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Best Equestrian Camping near Hensley, AR

90 Reviews

Horse camping options near Hensley, Arkansas are limited, with no dedicated equestrian facilities found among the nearby campgrounds. Camp Robinson Dispersed Site offers free primitive camping with access to Lake Conway but lacks horse-specific amenities such as corrals, water troughs, or designated trailer parking. The area permits pets and allows campfires, making it suitable for tent camping with horses if proper containment is arranged by the camper. The site features well-maintained access roads according to visitor reports, though the lake has been partially drained for maintenance work.

The nearest established campground with more amenities is Lake Catherine State Park, approximately 30 miles southwest of Hensley. While not featuring dedicated horse corrals, the park offers extensive trail systems that could accommodate day riding. The park maintains picnic tables, fire pits, and clean restroom facilities with showers. Visitors note the park's hiking trails lead to seasonal waterfalls and provide scenic views. For horse owners requiring specific equestrian facilities, advance research and contacting campgrounds directly is recommended, as none of the local options advertise purpose-built horse accommodations such as corrals, wash racks, or designated equestrian camping areas.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Hensley, Arkansas (4)

    1. Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    83 Reviews
    Jones Mill, AR
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 844-4176

    $15 - $25 / night

    "We stayed in site 54 (w/e/s) that was right on the lake. We could walk to the dock right behind the site to fish, although did not have very good luck."

    "Lake Catherine State Park, like all Arkansas state parks, is immaculately clean!  Most RV sites have close access to the water and there are small stationary docks to park your boat. 

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    2. Camp Robinson Dispersed Site

    4 Reviews
    Mayflower, AR
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (833) 345-0325

    "Great spot to pitch a tent by lake Conway. Isolated but not too far out."

    "The lake has been partially drained to allow work to be done on stumps. The road back to it is well maintained and we had good cell reception with AT&T and Spectrum. The sunset was beautiful."

    3. Adam's Lake Boat Ramp and Camp

    2 Reviews
    Mayflower, AR
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 967-7577

    4. Erwin Estate High Point

    1 Review
    Jones Mill, AR
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (323) 919-2436

    $80 - $100 / night

    "VOTED BEST HIPCAMP IN THE STATE OF ARKANSAS! "

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Hensley, AR

90 Reviews of 4 Hensley Campgrounds

  • Susan E.
    Jul. 30, 2020

    Erwin Estate High Point

    Erwin Estate High Point Excellent Views!

    VOTED BEST HIPCAMP IN THE STATE OF ARKANSAS! 

    My mom and dad, Debra and Mike Erwin, have been enjoying welcoming campers to our little slice of heaven in Magnet Cove, Arkansas for a couple of years now. We have had many happy campers and are extremely proud to win this award! We hope to increase awareness about our listing and beautiful camping location. We boast the highest point in Southern Arkansas- Our“High Point”. You can camp on the tower or around it and enjoy one of the best views in the state of Arkansas. Debra and Mike Erwin truly care about their guests and make sure that they are taken care of with true Southern hospitality and safety in mind. 

    As of late, there is considerable wildlife to view and great fishing in our pond. 

    Occasionally, we even have a Golden Eagle that will make an appearance! HipCamp is like the camping version of Air BnB. Pitch your tent in our Erwin Estates High Point and have access to the lookout tower with a swing.

    • Just 15 minutes from beautiful Hot Springs, Arkansas! 

    • 180+ degree view overlooking Benton to Malvern to Greater Hot Springs.

    • Cattle roam the pastures.

    • Our natural spring pond is a place to fish where it's an almost guaranteed catch as we have stocked it well! 

    • Great for nature, vista, and sunset photography. 

    • Nearby river and lake fishing, boating, canoeing, kayaking 3-15 miles away. Private vendors available. 

    • Wildlife sitings: Eagle, White-tail Deer, Wild Hogs, Birds, Squirrel, and more. Onsite catch and release pond bass fishing(bring your own gear). 

    • Bait, gas and convenience store within 3 miles. 

    • Walmart and restaurants 10 miles. 

    • Kiting is excellent atop High Point with great winds year round. 

    • Star gazing at night with a very romantic sunset. 

    • Novaculite and Quartz geology, mineral exploration.

    • Take home a piece of this mineral rich area of the world! Free rocks to all! 

    • Drone flying is superb! 

    • Great cell phone reception. 

    • Major hospital within 13 miles in nearby Hot Springs. 

    • Bath Houses and downtown historical Hot Springs. Music Festivals. 

    • Oaklawn Racing and Gaming(horse races and casino) all within 15 min drive. 

    • GREAT FOR PROPOSALS AND SPECIAL EVENTS! 

    • To view and book through our official HIPCAMP listing, visit: https://bit.ly/2i1AQ6k 

    • NOW AVAILABLE ON AIRBNB!!! BOOK NOW WITH AIRBNB: http://bit.ly/2LXf8NT 

    Thank you!~ Susan Erwin Prowse and The Erwin Family

  • T
    Jul. 29, 2018

    Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    Small free for all tent sites

    Small open Campground with no specific sites (Tent Only Area). There is a small lot nearby to park then you must walk everything in. This can be anything from right next to your car to a few hundred feet away depending on where you want to set up. Picnic tables, fire rings and campground grills located throughout but again nothing is marketed as far as site numbers. The area allows for up to six camp permits per night. Could be good for smaller groups. It’s up away from the lake unlike the rest of the campgrounds in the park. There are restrooms nearby with flushing toilets and sinks. Also a playground is located close to the campsite. Overall it was clean but felt cramped among other campers and parking away from the tent made for multiple trips back and forth.

  • Patricia C.
    Aug. 3, 2019

    Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    Clean with Great Lake Access

    Lake Catherine State Park, like all Arkansas state parks, is immaculately clean!  Most RV sites have close access to the water and there are small stationary docks to park your boat. 

     A short trail leads you to a waterfall or take the longer trail for a fun hike through the woods.  Swimming, fishing, boating and kayaking are all a part of the fun. 

    The cabins are rustic but well-appointed.  All cabins have water views.  

    No matter the time of year, Lake Catherine State Park is a wonderful place to visit.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2022

    Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    Great site by the water

    We stayed in site 54 (w/e/s) that was right on the lake. We could walk to the dock right behind the site to fish, although did not have very good luck. I’m betting the fishing is better if you have a boat. We did not use the restrooms/bathhouse. This site is smaller but fit our 22’ trailer perfectly. We had our ebikes with us and road around a little, but the campground is not ideally set up for using them like we did at Petit Jean. We did have some pretty tall weeds that we wished would have been taken care of before we arrived, but not a deal breaker for sure. We hiked several trails that were challenging and beautiful. Close proximity to Hot Springs so spent one day there. If I had it to do over again, I would have skipped it. Casino close by for those folks so inclined. Wish we would have brought our kayaks🤨

  • S
    Nov. 26, 2021

    Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    Impressed!

    I am quite fond of the state parks in Arkansas and this was a clean, quiet, beautiful and safe location near Hot Springs. I was very happy that I could also bring my dog. When I reached my campsite my booking tag was already there and there was some firewood placed on the fire pit for me already. I was only a minute walk from restroom facilities. I also found it was very easy to book last minute after receiving a recommendation from a local barista.

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 15, 2018

    Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    Camping on any terms tent, cabin, rv all with comforts and outdoor play

    Let me just start this out by saying, selecting a spot in Arkansas you are overwhelmed with options. State parks flourish and individual campgrounds seem to be countless. When traveling to the Hot Springs area It was a toss up as to which location would bear suit my journey, not only as a campground but as a part of the adventure. I elected to try Lake Catherine State Park, located just 10 miles outside of Hot Springs.

    What sold me on this site were the numerous hiking trails, but what surprised me when I arrived were the lakeside water rentals located on premise as well as the actual beach recreation area.

    I arrived later in the day and quickly made my camp in the primitive tent area. These sites have no water or electric hook ups however a very nice restroom facilities within 100 yards. They also boast a playground for the kids, not the only of the site. I was greeted by other campers and the sense of community was high at this facility.

    My campsite included a table and grill and was nearby a fire ring. The area was much flatter than many camp areas and made for a quick site selection. In the distance deer grazed as the sun was setting.

    The next morning I ventured toward the marina and was excited to find they have numerous boats for any level of experience available. Larger units available for full or half day use and smaller units for full or half day along with by the hour.

    Hiking trails were my next stop after learning of the various skill levels including ADA accessible, moderate and difficult.

    In addition to primitive camping the park offers RV and non-primitive tent camping. Also available are Yurt and Cabin rentals.

    Office contains limited food and beverage options as well as supplies for lake visitors and a full picnic area overlooking the beach. Bathrooms and washrooms are scattered throughout the park and are kept impeccably clean with high water pressure.

    Cell signal was good even on the remote trails during my stay.

    This is by far one of the nicest parks I have camped not only on this journey but on any. Staff was knowledgeable about the park and others of the state and very helpful.

    🐰🐰🐰🐰🐰

    Easy 5 of 5 Bunnies. I will return!

  • The Campfire
    Mar. 16, 2017

    Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    Spring break to Hot Springs

    We came on Saturday and are leaving on Friday. We stayed in Area A, all the sites are full hookups. The bathhouse is very clean and warm (useful since it was in the 40s). The campsites are spread apart with lots of trees for hammocking. The spots by the water had docks every couple of sites. There aren't a lot of trails but several of varying distance and difficulties (1 is ADA compliant). The waterfall is very pretty and looks like a great swimming hole in summer. There is a marina for renting boats. Cabins and yurts are also available. The only draw back is that Arkansas seems to be completely void of fish.;)

  • Napunani
    Jun. 26, 2022

    Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    Fabulous Water-Edge Campsite

    PROS 

    Senior discount 

    Reserved on-line 365 days prior to arriving 

    Site #68 allowed parking RV 12 feet from water edge which was fabulous 

    Totally level site 

    Asphalt campsite pad 

    Pea gravel and grass around asphalt 

    Good night sky viewing 

    Squirrels ate from our hand 

    Saw ranger patrolling campground frequently 

    Waste containers every other campsite 

    Metal picnic table on concrete slab 

    One hook lantern pole 

    Metal fire pit with cooking grate 

    Pedestal BBQ grill 

    Clean restroom/shower and adequate TP and hand soap. Women had 2 showers, 2 sinks, 3 toilets 

    Weekend campground nearly filled to capacity 

    4 bars Verizon LTE 

    Hike to waterfall a bit tricky, but worth the effort 

    Hot Springs National Park 15 miles from campground; nice to watch the crowds from Superior Bathouse Brewery 

    Free water from the springs next to the Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center- must have your own containers to fill 

    Enjoyed Red Oak Fillin’ Station so much we dined there twice 

    Diamond Head 19th Hole Restaurant, open to the public and very close to park entrance 

    CONS 

    Damn Canadian geese crap everywhere 

    Fire pit was filled with oversized logs and once removed there was unburned charcoal and lots of ash 

    Unable to move picnic table 

    Site#68 no shade what so ever 

    No privacy from other sites 

    Lots of speed boat and jet ski noise, even after sunset 

    Morning train noise 

    Power plant lights and humming noise 

    No security gate closure overnight 

    No WIFI

  • Malaney H.
    Sep. 8, 2018

    Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    Lake Catherine

    Lake Catherine is a beautiful park in Arkansas. I only stopped by for a hike as I was passing through, but this place looked like so much fun for day water adventures. There is a large swimming area on the lake where you can also boat, kayak, canoe and do any other water sport. The facilities were nice and there is a cute store and area to view animals. The campground was large with a lot of tent and RV campsites. The hike I went on took me by the lake and to a small falls where you could swim. The views were very nice.

Guide to Hensley

Horse camping in Arkansas offers a unique opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the state while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With a variety of well-reviewed spots, equestrians can find the perfect place to set up camp.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • At Erwin Estate High Point, guests can enjoy a scenic camping experience with access to trails and a welcoming atmosphere for both horses and riders.

Equestrian campgrounds include great facilities

Tips for equestrian camping near Hensley, Arkansas

  • When visiting Camp Robinson Dispersed Site, be prepared for a more rustic experience, as it offers a peaceful setting with natural surroundings ideal for horse enthusiasts.

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