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Best Equestrian Camping near Badger, CA

175 Reviews

Horse Creek Campground provides limited options for equestrians near Badger, California. Located approximately 30 miles from Badger in Lemon Cove, this established campground accommodates tents, RVs, and glamping setups with boat-in, drive-in, and hike-in access. While the name suggests horse facilities, the campground does not feature dedicated horse corrals according to available amenity data. The campground offers basic amenities including drinking water, picnic tables, trash collection, toilets, and water hookups. Sites accommodate larger vehicles with big-rig friendly access, though equestrian-specific infrastructure is minimal.

Horse Camp Campground in the Sequoia National Forest region operates seasonally from June to October. Accessible primarily for tent camping, this small campground lacks equestrian-specific facilities but allows access to surrounding forest trails. Most campgrounds in the region require horses to be kept at designated hitching posts or temporary corrals brought by campers. When planning horse camping trips near Badger, contacting rangers directly about current equestrian policies is recommended as regulations may change seasonally. Nearby national forest areas generally permit dispersed camping with horses where visitors must practice Leave No Trace principles including proper manure management and adherence to feed restrictions aimed at preventing the spread of invasive plants.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Badger, California (19)

    1. Azalea Campground — Kings Canyon National Park

    27 Reviews
    Hume, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 565-3341

    $32 / night

    "Easy walk to campstore, post office, restaurant, and visitor center. Many trails close by. Very busy in summer. No reservations. Tent only loops available."

    "Very quiet but some sledding and hiking activity close by. Sites are a little close to each other, but being so quiet it's not a big deal."

    2. Sequoia RV Park

    16 Reviews
    Dunlap, CA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 338-2350

    $40 - $55 / night

    "Typical California foothills hardpan and dead grass sites - large and able to accommodate very long combo rigs and have enough width to disconnect and park adjacent to the towable."

    "There are many ways to arrive here, but the most direct and easiest is on California State Highway 180. The park is open, but the office is not, so it’s find a spot and check yourself in."

    3. Horse Creek Campground

    10 Reviews
    Three Rivers, CA
    16 miles
    Website

    $20 / night

    "We are working out way north through CA and Horse Creek was in a convenient spot. Site very clean and well managed and overall its a pretty spot. Only 2-3 large and dispersed bath rooms."

    "The tap outside the building didn't work and neither did the water fountain.

    The host was not there for check-in."

    4. Horse Creek

    7 Reviews
    Lemon Cove, CA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 597-2301

    $20 - $40 / night

    "Some of the sites (75, 76 etc..) look out on Lake Kaweah. It’s clean and well organized. Some highway noise."

    5. Western Big Meadow Road Camping Area

    1 Review
    Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, CA
    10 miles
    Website

    "It’s a great spot, this pin location gets Verizon signal along with some of the higher sites if you pull off the road."

    6. Hume Lake Rd Overlook Dispersed

    1 Review
    Hume, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 338-2251

    7. Horse Camp Campground

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    Hume, CA
    11 miles
    Website

    8. Tuttle Creek Campground — Alabama Hills

    42 Reviews
    Alabama Hills, CA
    49 miles
    Website

    $10 / night

    "Near Lone Pine, just off Whitney Portal Road, adjacent to Alabama Hills, so lots of exploring opportunities! Great dark skies for stargazing and photography."

    "Right in the middle of many trails and sites to see, not to mention a quick skip away from Lone Pine."

    9. Whitney Portal

    30 Reviews
    Alabama Hills, CA
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 937-6070

    $34 - $95 / night

    "Really secluded surrounded by trees, close to bathroom and water faucet. The bathrooms are clean and have toilet paper. Right next to a river, where the sound relaxes you."

    "Lone Pine Lake is your first option, about 2.8 miles from the trailhead at Whitney Portal. This is a beautiful little lake, surrounded by pines and imposing granite walls."

    10. Monarch Lakes Backcountry Sites

    2 Reviews
    Three Rivers, CA
    26 miles
    Website

    "This is one of my favorite here in sequoia national park south entrance by gen hi way. Park rangers were so helpful at the entrance and they are well organized."

    "The lake isn't too cold if you want to rinse or just cool off. Plenty of tree coverage for both some shade and to hang your food."

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Badger, CA

175 Reviews of 19 Badger Campgrounds

  • Kristian W.
    May. 19, 2022

    Horseshoe Meadow Campground

    Good for tents, not for campers

    Great for tent camping, but no pull-in or flat spots if you're sleeping in your vehicle. I slept in the equestrian campground since those were back-in sites, but if there are horses you're not allowed to do that. The hike to the base of Langley was great though!

  • Les R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 16, 2023

    Inyo National Forest Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead Campground

    Trailhead campground for Mt Langley hike

    We didn't camp here, rather we used this as the start/finish point for our 2-day hike to the summit of Mt. Langley. It was a convenient place to park, because you drive right up to the trailhead, and there are trash cans, bear boxes, and vault toilets. We stashed some extra toiletries in the bear boxes, rather than risk leaving them in the car. Toilets were pretty clean. Unfortunately, the potable water spigots were already turned off. The national forest website said they are off in the winter, but I didn't expect that already in early September. This is an equestrian campground, so there was some horse dung on the trails around the campground.

  • Mollie M.
    May. 4, 2020

    Mono Hot Springs

    Beautiful and quiet and OUT THERE.

        I agree the road out is pretty scary I don't advise trailers but I have seen them while driving in. It is one lane and you must pull out for opposing traffic. But definitely one of my most favorite places in the Sierras. The views are amazing, I recommend giving yourself extra time to stop and get out for the views a few times on the way in. 

       Once in the campground/resort area there are two separate loops to camp in as well as cabins to rent and a small dispersed camping area there is also a general store, bath house, and small Cafe that are all seasonal since the road is closed most of the year. So open and close dates vary depending on snow. You can get firewood, drinking water at the store but it can be a little pricey, so I recommend bringing your own. The baths/showers are usually included for anyone paying for a campsite, but this may have changed. It is very cheap for day use persons to use the showers though. The sites are all very nice and surprisingly private though some are pretty close together. All provide a firepit, table, bear box, and parking space. I love that there are bear boxes at such a remote place! There are vault tiolets and dumpsters for trash. The river runs along one side of the campsites so about half of the sites are on the river. Bring extra bugspray for these sites as you are close to the water. 

         Most important if you made it this far reading 😅😂 there are multiple NATURAL HOT SPRINGS!! There are several different pools located across the river from the campgrounds. They are all over the hillside and range in temperature from lukewarm to bath water to Hot. They also pump the natural mineral water to the bathhouse for the showers! The springs are the main reason to come out and camp. There are also tons of hiking trails and other lakes in the area including 2 thermal lakes and tons of breathtaking views. I highly recommend this place. 🏞🏕

    Also: I have not personally stayed in the cabins or dispersed camping area only the paid sites along the river, but I have been here several times and have seen them. There is also a corral area for horses so I'm not sure if that qualifies it as an equestrian camp but there is a spot for the horses.

  • Gabby G.
    Jul. 27, 2021

    Whitney Portal

    Amazing

    By far the best campground I've been too.

    I was on campsite 044. Really secluded surrounded by trees, close to bathroom and water faucet. The bathrooms are clean and have toilet paper. Right next to a river, where the sound relaxes you. Flat ground for the tent and in no sight of other campers. Close (walking distance) to Mt Whitney Trailhead

  • Jim M.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 2, 2021

    Horse Creek Campground

    Lovely spot, but busy grounds and nearby road

    We are working out way north through CA and Horse Creek was in a convenient spot. Site very clean and well managed and overall its a pretty spot. Only 2-3 large and dispersed bath rooms. A number of large groups around the site which looks fun but it felt more like an urban park than being in nature.

  • S
    Jul. 28, 2022

    Sequoia RV Park

    Awesome host - Nice facility

    Very pleasant rv campground. Typical California foothills hardpan and dead grass sites - large and able to accommodate very long combo rigs and have enough width to disconnect and park adjacent to the towable.

    We had electric service issues and camp hosts, Carlos and Luz, we on it within 20 minutes at 10:30 at night. They worked as a team and showed pride in their park.

    Our 4 night stay was pleasant - the park is very quiet and road noise minimal. Water, power and sewer as advertised. If tent or dry camping, showers at the office building.

  • Tricia F.
    Jul. 28, 2018

    Azalea Campground — Kings Canyon National Park

    Nice facilities. Very slope-y!

    Absolutely loved Kings Canyon! Nice sites however not many are level. Lots of bathrooms but no showers. Easy walk to campstore, post office, restaurant, and visitor center. Many trails close by. Very busy in summer. No reservations. Tent only loops available.

  • Michael C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 2, 2021

    Sequoia RV Park

    Pretty view from the park

    Bottom line....Make sure if you are following your gps, you key in Sequoia RV Park and not the one with RV resort. There are many ways to arrive here, but the most direct and easiest is on California State Highway 180. The park is open, but the office is not, so it’s find a spot and check yourself in. The manager Carlos stopped by a few hours after we were set up. The park staff is super friendly. Will be stopping by here again if we are over this way again. The views from the park are postcard beautiful

  • Lydia H.
    Feb. 2, 2020

    Azalea Campground — Kings Canyon National Park

    Good winter option

    We decided to come in the off season in February and we got lucky with weather. Low tonight is only supposed to be in the upper 30s. Very quiet but some sledding and hiking activity close by. Sites are a little close to each other, but being so quiet it's not a big deal. One bathroom is still open and the general store and restaurant are right around the corner. Plus, only $10 a night!

Guide to Badger

Horse camping in California offers a unique opportunity to explore the stunning landscapes while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With a variety of campgrounds catering to horse enthusiasts, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and ride the trails.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • At Horse Creek Campground, equestrian campers can enjoy spacious sites that accommodate both horses and riders, making it a convenient choice for those traveling with their animals.
  • Sequoia RV Park is known for its big rig-friendly sites and offers amenities like drinking water and sanitary dump stations, ensuring a comfortable stay for horse campers.
  • Horse Camp Campground provides a rustic experience with essential facilities, perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in nature with their horses.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • The proximity of Horse Creek to scenic trails allows for enjoyable rides through beautiful landscapes, making it a favorite among horse campers.
  • Campers at Western Big Meadow Road Camping Area can explore the surrounding areas on horseback, with access to trails that offer stunning views and a chance to connect with nature.
  • Monarch Lakes Backcountry Sites is ideal for those seeking adventure, as it provides access to backcountry trails perfect for horseback riding and exploring the serene environment.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like water and waste disposal

  • California Horse Creek features water hookups and sanitary dump facilities, making it a practical choice for horse campers who need to care for their animals.
  • At Summer Fun Campground, horse campers can find ample space for their horses and enjoy the natural surroundings, although amenities may be limited.
  • Equestrian Campground offers a straightforward camping experience with essential facilities, catering specifically to those traveling with horses.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Badger, CA is Azalea Campground — Kings Canyon National Park with a 4.7-star rating from 27 reviews.

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