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GuideGoat Meadow - Dispersed Camp Site
Loads of space! Not many people here in October. Park lot had two trailers and the trail to the right is wide open with numerous pullouts. Lots of great trails around for the dogs.
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Equestrian Campground near Clovis, California offers basic tent-only camping in the Bureau of Land Management Bakersfield Field Office territory. Horse amenities are minimal, though the campground provides direct access to surrounding BLM trails and riding areas. The campground maintains a rustic experience with limited facilities, typical of dispersed camping opportunities in the region. Located at an elevation of 37.0859, -119.5518, the area experiences varying seasonal conditions.
Located approximately 25 miles from Clovis in the Sierra foothills, this equestrian site connects to multiple trail systems through undeveloped terrain. Riders typically bring their own portable corrals or highlines as permanent horse containment facilities are not available. The campground requires riders to pack in their own water for horses, as drinking water is not provided on-site. Camping spots accommodate horse trailers with adequate room for parking and setting up portable pens. Most equestrians visiting this area come prepared with feed storage containers and manure management systems as trash service is limited. The campground's natural setting offers horses exposure to varied terrain with access to both wooded areas and open spaces for riding.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Clovis (20)
1. Sequoia RV Park
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $55 / night
2. Goat Meadow - Dispersed Camp Site
"After accidentally driving to this location following the directions of another reviewer for the “Yosemite Boondocks” campground across 41 (which we never found) we were very happy with this location."
"Great spot about 5 minutes away from Yosemite entrance. Only a few other campers nearby but plenty of space to where they were only seen from a distance."
3. Azalea Campground — Kings Canyon National Park
"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."
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $32 / night
4. COE Eastman Lake Codorniz Campground
"It would make the perfect group site as they were a bit tucked back from the other sites. Site #12 could easily be connected to site #11 as the brush is well-cleared between the two."
"Located a short 20 miles east of 99, just north of Fresno, this Army Corps of Engineers campground is stunning."
56 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $30 - $200 / night
5. Equestrian Campground
6. Riverland RV Resort
7. Sweetwater
"The site is pet friendly and has horse stables. Our neighbors were friendly and quiet. The site had a picnic table, fire pit, water spout and full electricity hook ups."
"Driving from the West toward Yosemite this location is one which will allow you to find a camping option before getting into the big crowds. "
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $41 - $43 / night
8. Summer Fun Campground
9. Fish Creek (CA)
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $41 - $43 / night
10. Mono Hot Springs
"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."
"Our campground was right next to the river, and hiking trails to lakes, meadows and hot springs run directly off of the campground. The host was wonderful, it was all around perfect."
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $37 - $78 / night
Drive Time
- 13 min from Fresno, CA
- 46 min from Visalia, CA
- 48 min from Hanford, CA
- 59 min from Merced, CA
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Clovis, CA
161 Reviews of 20 Clovis Campgrounds
Rav H.GuideGoat Meadow - Dispersed Camp Site
This is actually a really nice free dispersed camping site. Once you get to the Goat Meadows sign if you go left you will find a large parking lot with bathrooms. There were probably ten rigs or so jst camping up on the parking lot. If you go right down the hill you will find multiple dispersed camping sites. They are a little obscure, but some have nice fire rings that let you know it’s a site. They are very well spaced so even when you have neighbors you will hardly see or hear them. At the top of the hill where you go left or right was a camp host looking site but not sure if it is actually, but there was a camper there with a bumper pull trailer who uses a very loud shop type cheap generator that you can literally hear all over the area. Luckily, he turned it off about 10pm but started it up around 8am. If it weren’t for him probably would have given this site five stars. Also, T-Mobile and ATT both had zero cell service our phones were both on SOS but that really wasn’t a problem for us.
Nick B.GuideGoat Meadow - Dispersed Camp Site
Great dispersed spot
We came here in October and had no issues finding a spot. We stayed in the parking lot but there are also more remote spots if you continue to the right that are suitable for vans, truck campers, and tents. This area is only minutes from the west entrance to Yosemite and Mariposa Grove and 40 minutes from the valley. The parking lot is big-rig friendly but could fill up quick during the summer. There are on-site vault toilets and dumpsters.
Jen F.
TravelerAzalea Campground — Kings Canyon National Park
Bring your levelers
CONS: Most sites need some (or a lot) of level help. No RV dump. Pretty popular (so don’t expect privacy). PROS: sequoia is beautiful. You can find some amazing trails.
Hans V.
RangerAzalea Campground — Kings Canyon National Park
Restrooms too far
We had a spot on the farthest loop, which was beautiful on a ridge but set us about 600 yards/steps from the nearest restroom, which means going to the loo, brushing your teeth or doing the dishes (there are signs not to do these things at the water taps that are closer) all set you back at least 10 minutes if you're not self-contained. Also note the campground has no showers.
- Hans V.Ranger
Goat Meadow - Dispersed Camp Site
Close to Yosemite
Many spots on a very dusty and bumpy patch of forest just taking a right before the snowplay area. Many other boondockers, including one with a generator. Our spot had previously been used by horses evidenced by the pile of dung next to a tree. Smelled a bit funny. But as it is free, shouldn't complain of course - perfectly fine as a stop before or after Yosemite.
- mmegan L.Traveler
Goat Meadow - Dispersed Camp Site
Spacious sites in the forest
Tons of sites, some more secluded than others, with rings for fires. The location is great as it’s a 6 minute drive from the Mariposa South Entrance to Yosemite. Love being surrounded by pine trees! If you plan accordingly you can snag a secluded spot which makes the experience even better!
- RRebecca D.Traveler
Azalea Campground — Kings Canyon National Park
Mostly peaceful stay
We stayed at site 67. When bookibg, we were worried it was too close to neighboring sites but it turned out ok. The flattest spot for our giant tent was down the hill and it felt very private. All the sites in our section (66, 67, 68) had sloped parking spots. If you have an RV or sleep in your car, be sure to bring levelers.
The only water was a large sink outside of the bathroom. You could screw a hose to the faucet if needed.
The bathroom was close but not too close. The women’s has 2 stalls and a sink. Bring your own hand soap and hand towel.
We weren’t at the site much during the day so I can’t say for certain if it stays shady during the day but there are many trees. We never needed our canopy.
Azalea allows dogs and the barking echos quite loudly through the campground.
- Chisiya R.
ScoutRiverland RV Resort
Ok for one night
We stayed a week here, at first it was good, nice enough place. Our spot was a lot of sand. The bathrooms were full of cobwebs and spiders. The website looks promising, offering a pool, jacuzzi and restaurant. There is no restaurant, the pool doesnt get covered so its filthy, and the "jacuzzi" was filled with algae.
We came on a friday night, the quiet time is not enforced. The river was nice, however the entire length of it was taken up by boats. We hardly found a spot to swim in. We were located in site 10, at the very end in a cul de sac type lay out. Its a gated park so you need a code to enter. We locked our bikes up every single night and the one and only night we forgot, 2 out of our 4 bikes got stolen (mine and my partners, the kids were left) We asked for the surveillance as our site was in direct view of the camera and the office had told us their cameras all of a sudden stopped working around midnight but were working again that morning. Such a strange coincidence! They didnt seem apologetic. We had permanent residence come to talk to us and said they've never had theft issues, if you looked around most people had their personal belongings out every night. The place was very suspicious, I'd check out other options but also if staying a quick night it would be ok. Its right off the highway and really easy to get back on the road. We found a little lizard, and little frogs. However there is cockroaches running everywhere.
The people we met there, and the residents were so awesome, which is why it got 2 stars. The staff however, not so much.
Do not leave belongings unattended!!
Guide to Clovis
Equestrian camping near Clovis, California offers access to the Sierra National Forest at elevations ranging from 5,000 to 7,000 feet. The region experiences hot, dry summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F, while spring brings wildflower blooms across the foothills. Winter access becomes limited at higher elevations due to snowfall, particularly on forest service roads beyond the 5,000-foot mark.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Eastman Lake provides accessible fishing spots within 25 miles of Clovis. "Fishing is good. The Corps have added more electric sites over the years and there were 5-6 that fit our 43' Blue Bird," notes a visitor to COE Eastman Lake Codorniz Campground.
Hot springs exploration: Natural hot springs located 1.5 hours northeast of Clovis offer therapeutic mineral waters. "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," explains a camper at Mono Hot Springs.
National park access: Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks provide day trip options for Clovis campers. "Close to King Canyon and other attractions," mentions a reviewer at Sequoia RV Park, noting the convenient location for exploring giant sequoia groves.
What campers like
Trail connectivity: The trail systems connecting camping areas to wilderness offer diverse terrain for hiking and horseback riding. "There are plenty of spots within our campsite for three 2-person tents," notes a visitor at Sweetwater, describing the proximity to trail access points.
Horse-friendly dispersed sites: Several dispersed camping areas accommodate equestrian needs with adequate space. "We pulled in and there were a couple of trailers with horses and a couple of other vehicles and we parked with loads of space between," reports a camper at Goat Meadow - Dispersed Camp Site, highlighting the room for horse trailers.
Water features: Streams and lakes enhance camping experiences across the region. "Has a very nice stream that runs right down the middle of campground that basically every site is next to the water," describes a visitor at Big Sandy Campground, noting the accessibility of water for horses and campers alike.
What you should know
Road conditions: Access to remote horse camping areas requires preparation. "The 6 mile road to get into it is rough. With high rain season, you have to cross the creek and it may require a lifted type vehicle like a truck," warns a Big Sandy Campground visitor, addressing challenges for horse trailers.
Seasonal limitations: Winter conditions restrict access to higher elevation sites. "Kaiser Pass was a bit of an adrenaline rush. It took 2 hours to drive 18 miles on a one lane road that is not in good repair," reports a Mono Hot Springs camper regarding spring access issues.
Bear precautions: Proper food storage remains essential for equestrian campers. "Coyotes and bears are active in the area—coyotes raided a bag I had hanging from a tree and stole my food!" warns a visitor about wildlife encounters at Goat Meadow, emphasizing the importance of secure feed storage for both humans and horses.
Tips for camping with families
Campground amenities: Family-friendly sites offer essential facilities. "The campground was very clean and had rangers and a sheriff patrolling regularly (but not bothersome)," notes a visitor to COE Eastman Lake Codorniz Campground, adding, "There is also a nice playground for the kids too."
Swimming access: Water features provide cooling options during hot summer months. "There's a small trail that leads down to a rocky edge, but wouldn't be great for small children. We drove to a beach area found about a mile up the road," advises a family at Codorniz Recreation Area.
Wildlife awareness: Prepare children for animal encounters. "There is quite a bit of brush around the campsites so be aware if you bring dogs. They are supposed to be kept on leash at all times, but our lab just brushed by some of the weeds and was littered with foxtails," warns a camper, noting similar concerns apply to horses.
Tips from RVers
Size limitations: Horse trailers with living quarters face access constraints on mountain roads. "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," cautions a reviewer about roads leading to Mono Hot Springs.
Hookup availability: Limited services exist for equestrian rigs. "Grassy large spots with full hook ups," notes a Sequoia RV Park visitor, contrasting with most horse camping areas that lack hookups for trailer amenities.
Leveling challenges: Prepare for uneven terrain at primitive horse camping sites. "Only certain campgrounds could have fires. This was one thankfully as it got cold. Large bear storage boxes," reports a camper at Azalea Campground — Kings Canyon National Park, noting the unlevel sites that require stabilization equipment for horse trailers.
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