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The first two spots are close together. First one a bit small but better cover from Santa Anna winds. Nicely in the forest and close to the village.
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Black Rock Equestrian Campground in Joshua Tree National Park provides horse-friendly accommodations with ten individual corrals. The open layout allows campers to select their preferred spot, though most of the terrain has a slight slope. Each site includes picnic tables, barbecue grills, and fire rings. The central water location requires campers to transport water to the corrals. Vault toilets serve the area, and the campground road is regularly maintained for trailer access. Heart Bar Campground near Big Bear also accommodates equestrian camping with designated sites for horses. Sites are well-separated from each other, offering privacy while camping with horses. The campground connects directly to nearby horse trails.
Trails from Black Rock Equestrian Campground are known for their exceptional quality and variety. An extensive overland trail connects to the southern section of Joshua Tree National Park, spanning approximately 35 miles for long-distance riding opportunities. Horse owners frequently encounter other equestrians on these popular routes, particularly during spring and fall seasons when temperatures are most comfortable for riding. Dripping Springs Campground offers another horse camping option with running water for horses and campfire management. The horse corrals are among the cleanest facilities in the region, with a helpful camp host available for assistance. The location provides good access to multiple trail systems while remaining close enough to urban amenities for supply runs.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Beaumont (41)
1. Lake Perris State Recreational Area Campground
"Already been here twice once in 01/25 and 11/25 great campsite some have access to running water facet if not there are some that are close by, have also close by trash bins, has a little shop near by"
"It is right next to the lake which has a swimming area, bike path, climbing area, Hiking trails, along with a camp store which has boat rentals and much more! "
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $300 / night
2. Yucaipa Regional Park
"Close to the city but far enough away from the lights. There is a ton of stuff to do here. Fishing, kayaking, hiking, water slides, disc golf, bike trails. The RV spots are beyond huge!"
"Tons of hiking trails and within 30 min drive of major shopping/grocery stores. Big Bear is about an hour away with and awesome drive up the mountain."
3. Lake Skinner Recreation Area
"This is a great family campground right around the corner from Temecula, Murrietta, and Menifee."
"The charge $10 per person per day to fish in their Lake. And you can’t swim or let the kids play in the lake because it’s a reservoir."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $45 / night
4. Bogart County Park
"We got there after 5pm and no one was at the gate entrance."
"One runs five miles around the park through oaks and tall grass. Benches and drinking fountains are available in parts of the trail. There is a lake you can fish at."
5. Heart Bar Campground
"There are a lot of equestrian campgrounds in the area so be prepared to see horses on the near by trails."
"The first thing to mention is the location. The back of the campground faces west where the rolling mountains seem to part in a way that showcases the beautiful California sunset."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $29 - $58 / night
6. Reflection Lake RV Park
7. Seven Oaks Lodge - TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO FLOOD
"Tent camping, RV camping, they have a restaurant and bar, best burgers in all of southern California!! They also have a small store, there's showers, restrooms and a swimming pool!"
"Check in is near 12. I only assume that since check out is 11. When we arrived the camp host was waiting for us."
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $55 / night
8. South Ridge Yellow Post Sites
"Very nice to find a campsite this private on a weekend in southern California elevation is high enough that temperatures were very enjoyable (mid 80's)"
"Yellow Post #2 – San Bernardino National Forest Secluded, free, first-come-first-served tent site tucked deep in the forest near Hemet, CA."
9. Rancho Jurupa RV Park
"Nice level grounds to walk around. Lakeside has gravel roads / pads... other side has asphalt roads / concrete pads. Restrooms are clean and acceptable."
"The lakeview area has dirt roads, sparse grass and a few spots close to the lake. The Cottonwood campground has concrete pads and well maintained grass throughout."
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $55 / night
10. Coon Creek Yellow Post Sites
"There's other rough roads further in and access to hikes nearby. I loved how quiet it was, except for neighbors since sound carries so easily even though spots are quiet apart from each other."
"Trees provide lots of shade and some privacy despite campsites being fairly close to one another. Easy road in most anything can drive it."
Drive Time
- 1 hr 24 min from Los Angeles, CA
- 1 hr 33 min from San Diego, CA
- 2 hrs 4 min from El Centro, CA
- 2 hrs 12 min from Oxnard, CA
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Beaumont, CA
376 Reviews of 41 Beaumont Campgrounds
- PPaula A.
ScoutO'Neill Regional Park
Nice campground family friendly
I found the campground to be very friendly kid friendly and pet friendly. The spots were spacious and some had privacy others were out in the open. The rangers were very friendly and helpful, they helped me set up my tent when they saw I was having trouble. There are trails to explore. A great last minute getaway from the city and not to far, the bathroom was clean and modern with hot showers and toilets.
- Michael E.Scout
Reflection Lake RV Park
Don't visit too expensive
Has a security guard that thought she was God or something like that. Never seen anybody or place so petty on the place and still searching for the championship horseshoe pits and I can't stop talking about the dark green of the fishing lakes and the fish swimming on their sides
D F.ScoutLake Perris State Recreational Area Campground
Nice lake, challenging crowd
The scenery is unique and enjoyable, with nice views of either sunrise or sunset, depending on site. I found the lake itself very pretty. However when we arrived 4 vehicles are in our spot, people were nice enough moving but we had to go door to door knocking on camper to ask who's cars they were due to no signal and no rangers nearby. Our site was pretty dirty with lots of trash, copious ants near the drainage attachments, and two of the nearby groups had excessive tents extending into the back of our site making our view look more like a homeless encampment and less like a serene mountain sunset. They also were littering, urinating outside, and excessively drinking and partying like crazy until the wee hours. As a family group we felt really uncomfortable. It seemed like not all spots are like this, however, on my walk around deer loop in the morning. If you do go, the water activities and rentals look fun, the walking trail/biking trail was nicely done, and you could optimize your spot by booking a whole group of spots (instead of booking one, book one on the right and left side to avoid feeling like you have entered homeless refuge). It maybe was a bit worse as we were here over a holiday weekend. But we most likely won't be back, there are other places that are less expensive and with better enforcement and a family atmosphere. If you want to party it is probably a fine spot, and if you love water sports also likely ok. I thin it's a beautiful place with unique scenery and a lot of potential, but needs more enforcement regarding guest code of conduct.
Edited and gave 3 stars instead of 2. Views are really nice now that our poorly behaved neighbors left. Worth considering a visit during less busy times.
Max P.
TravelerLake Perris State Recreational Area Campground
Loud music at night
Despite the fact that one night costs $42, there are a lot of stupid, miserable people here who listen loudly to stupid music through their stupid speakers after 10pm. It's also full of cockroaches here and it's annoying.
Trash M.
GuideLake Perris State Recreational Area Campground
A CRAP HOLE
If you like camping in a Walmart parking lot or on the streets, this place is for you.
No rangers working after the park close for day use. Didn't see one going through the campground. If you like to party all night and you have a loud system no problem. NO RAGERS AROUND. Be prepared keep your food in your car lot of rats, mice, skunks and coyotes. THE LAKE SUCKS, hard to launch your boat on and off, docks will mess up your boat. Fishing no fish they don't stock the lake. Marina is very over priced and out in the sunny parking lot. I live in LA I now got to SILVERWOOD LAKE, just as close as this place, and nicer, if you like to stay up all night Perris Lake is for you. If you want to work hard to get you boat on and off lake so you don't damage your boat, this place is for you.
- TTed D.Traveler
San Bernardino National Forest Wild Horse Equestrian Campground
Watkins Glen OK
When I booked at the reservation site I screenshot that water and 30 amp power was available at my site. There is NO water hook up. Overall it’s good 7 out of 10. Lots to do within 2 hours of this place. Staying for 6 days.
Robyn C.TravelerLake Perris State Recreational Area Campground
It’s ok
Place is ok. Quiet so far. Nice people.
FiftysevenNine T.GuideBlack Rock Campground — Joshua Tree National Park
h2o & sewage
On the outskirts of Joshua Tree National Park in an old growth Joshua Tree grove. The trees are tall and fat, very close to each other. Heftier than the trees inside the Park.
It has water and dump station, otherwise the campgrounds inside the Park are more majestic with huge rocks.
If you're a fulltime RVer or vanlifer with an efficient solar system, having water in/out and a place to stay safely for cheap is grand. It's four klicks from malls, thus ideal if you need stuff. As a fulltime RVer I book several consecutive days with the app. The grounds are empty on weekdays, thus can spend quality time organizing my rig, thoughts, and plans.
From June to autumn half the campsites are shuttered. The area has limited visitation in summer.
Guide to Beaumont
Beaumont sits at the base of the San Bernardino Mountains in Southern California, with elevations ranging from 2,500-3,000 feet above sea level. This transitional zone between desert and mountain terrain creates varied camping conditions, with summer temperatures often exceeding 90°F during day and dropping to the 50s at night. Winter camping requires preparation for occasional freezing temperatures, particularly at higher elevation sites.
What to Do
Hiking and nature trails: Lake Perris State Recreation Area offers multiple hiking options with varying difficulty levels. "Plenty of sites and activities including fishing, swimming, kayaking. Short drive to the Ya'i Heki' Regional Indian Museum in the park," notes Bryan H. about Lake Perris State Recreational Area Campground.
Water recreation: Swimming, boating and fishing opportunities exist at several locations. At Lake Skinner Recreation Area, "you can rent a boat or kayak by the hour or day," according to Robert C., though swimming is restricted as "you can't swim or let the kids play in the lake because it's a reservoir."
Mountain biking: The area has designated trails for cyclists of different skill levels. Aaron S. mentions that Heart Bar Campground has "lots of hiking and mountain biking in area. Great views."
Stargazing: Clear desert nights provide excellent viewing conditions. At Black Rock Campground, Carly M. describes "the star cover was amazing, and surroundings were beautiful."
What Campers Like
Accessible wilderness: Many campsites are just a short drive from urban areas while feeling remote. "This campground is AWESOME, if you like dispersed campsites then this is perfect! It is easily accessible but doesn't get too crowded," Morgan F. shares about Coon Creek Yellow Post Sites.
Wildlife viewing: The diverse ecosystem supports many animal species. At Heart Bar Campground, Nick L. notes its location "faces west where the rolling mountains seem to part in a way that showcases the beautiful California sunset" and is "excellent for wildlife viewing and entry to the wilderness for hiking and exploring."
Varied camping experiences: Options range from developed campgrounds to primitive sites. Johnny P. describes Lake Skinner Recreation Area as having a "nice water pad for the kids to play at and playground. Big open grassy area for activities."
Horse campgrounds near Beaumont: Equestrian-friendly options exist for those traveling with horses. Bryan H. mentions that Black Rock Campground "has an equestrian campground attached," making it one of the accessible horse campgrounds near the Beaumont area.
What You Should Know
Seasonal considerations: Summer brings extreme heat while winter can be surprisingly cold. At Black Rock Campground — Joshua Tree National Park, Justin L. warns: "We visited in January, and should have been better prepared! I know better, but we didn't check the conditions well enough, and froze our butts the first night!"
Fire restrictions: Rules vary by location and season. At South Ridge Yellow Post Sites, "fire bans usually in effect during summer," requiring alternative cooking methods.
Limited facilities: Many sites lack amenities like showers or running water. Derek M. notes about Coon Creek Yellow Post Sites: "Dirt roads were well kept. I came with a 170 wheel base Sprinter Van w/ 2 wheel drive and had no problems making it to site post #11."
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