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The campground data for Fontana, California reveals limited options for horse camping in the immediate area. While several campgrounds near Fontana accommodate RVs and tent camping, none specifically list horse corrals or dedicated equestrian facilities in the provided data. Horse owners seeking facilities must look to regional parks within driving distance. Mojave Narrows Regional Park in Victorville offers camping with proximity to riding trails, though the data does not specifically mention horse-specific amenities. The basic campground facilities include water hookups, electric hookups, and flush toilets, making it suitable for those traveling with horse trailers who don't require specialized equine accommodations.
Trail access proves challenging for equestrians in the immediate Fontana area, as the campground data shows no marked bridle trails directly connected to camping facilities. Visitors with horses typically need to haul their animals to nearby riding areas rather than accessing trails directly from campsites. O'Neill Regional Park and Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park, while not specifically listing horse facilities in the data, are located in areas with potential trail riding opportunities. Campground reviews indicate variable experiences with noise levels and maintenance at facilities in the region. For dedicated equestrian camping with proper horse facilities, travelers may need to venture further from the Fontana area to parks with established horse corrals and dedicated equestrian camping loops.
"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."
from $40 - $55 / night
Check Availability"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! "
from $25 - $300 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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!"
"Nice place to camp, weather is around 75 during the day and about 50 to 36 degrees cold through out the night. Has everything you'll need. Bathrooms are close by, showers HOT water available."
"The Pacific Crest Trail passes nearby. It is away from the populated cities, but not far from them. It still gives you a sense of seclusion."
from $3 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Rv sites, tent sites and equestrian (horse) sites. Paved road is good for bike riding. Behind my Camp site was a few different hiking paths. Restroom buildings have water, toilets, and showers."
"It has several restrooms, showers, equestrian areas, nature trails and picnicking for day use too."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Easy access to the hot springs and no services to speak of. Basically a patch of dirt you can occupy for $10 a night. Loved it."
"Super fun place to visit with the hot springs trail. Went in January with snowfall, hardly any campers and nature all around! Two nights are perfect."
from $10 - $119 / night
Check Availability"Canopy Court area has easy and close access to the splash pad, the playground, a large grass area, and even the pool. The boat launch is very near by too but we had no use for that."
"I had site 126 in the fields, corner site and lake view. This campground has a pool, splash pad, park, dog park and access to the lake. They also have a band on Saturday nights."
from $55 - $140 / night
Check Availability"Nice views of the lake but it's fenced off and access to the lake and park close in the evening. There is a small older bathroom there a flush toilet and a shower"
"Tents RVs fishing showers water electric hookups and reasonable ducks beautiful lake! Buttt..you can only stay 5 days. 😔"
from $35 - $40 / night
Check Availability"The lakes are nice, there are mountain views, and some cool hikes to explore in the riverbed area."
from $3 - $40 / night
Check Availability"You will have to drive 6 miles of mountainous dirt roads to reach the property, but it takes you away from all signs of the city and surrounds you in nature when you get there, making a very nice camping"
from $15 - $119 / night
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ScoutI 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.
ScoutHas 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
ScoutThe 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.
TravelerDespite 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.
GuideIf 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.
TravelerWhen 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.
TravelerPlace is ok. Quiet so far. Nice people.
TravelerPeople shooting here all waking hours, found a group of kittens that some loser left to die.
Definitely a shooting-first, camping second place. Plenty of space once people are done shooting. Won’t personally be back here
GuideLarge, level, gravel lots off highway. Quite a few semis parked. As you continue past there are tons of open spaces to camp, just find a spot you like and set up.
Equestrian camping options near Fontana, California include several regional parks within driving distance of the city. The inland valley location at 1,237 feet elevation provides moderate winter temperatures but summer heat often exceeds 100°F, affecting camping comfort from June through September. Sites range from basic primitive options to full-hookup facilities with varying levels of trail access.
Explore lake activities: At Lake Perris State Recreational Area, visitors can enjoy fishing and water recreation. "Lake Perris was a fun and clean place to camp at! We did some fishing, bike riding, the water was clear, and my kids loved it. There is a cool museum were the amazing staff provided us with interesting history about the lake and Indian tribes," shares Lauren R.
Visit hot springs: Day trips from equestrian sites to thermal areas provide a unique experience. The Deep Creek Hot Springs Camp Retreat offers access to natural springs. "The deep creek hot springs were absolutely fabulous, as they were situated next to a cold creek where we could do therapeutic hot cold plunges. The hike to the hot springs was fairly tough, but we found it easily with the trail starting right on the property," notes Jessica B.
Mountain biking access: Forest trails provide excellent terrain for cycling enthusiasts. "Lots of hiking and mountain biking in area. Great views," writes Aaron S. about Heart Bar Campground, located about 60 miles east of Fontana in the San Bernardino National Forest.
Clean facilities: Many sites maintain well-kept grounds and amenities. "The campground is super clean and we'll maintained. Bathrooms and showers are clean and lots of hiking trails to choose from," reports Brandice S. about O'Neill Regional Park, which offers sites accessible for horse trailers.
Urban accessibility: Despite being surrounded by development, some parks maintain a natural setting. "ONeil is a great little park that's tucked away among the urban sprawl of Orange County. Once in the park you feel like you're far out in the wilderness. It makes for a great weekend great away," says Berton M. about O'Neill Regional Park.
Wildlife viewing: Mojave Narrows provides opportunities for birdwatching and animal sightings. "Plenty of room to be by yourself and shoot some pictures," notes Bryan about Mojave Narrows Regional Park, which offers potential staging areas for horse trailers and access to regional riding trails.
Noise considerations: Train activity impacts some campgrounds significantly. "A mix of FHU RV sites tent sites, group sites around Horseshoe Lake and some additional dry camping and equestrian sites around Pelican Lake. The sites around Horseshoe Lake are close to an active rail line. And by active, I mean really active – I stopped counting after I counted 24 trains lumbering by during our short overnight stay," cautions Lee D. about Mojave Narrows Regional Park.
Security concerns: Some areas have restricted entry times or patrol schedules. "We were a little concerned when we saw a security guard making rounds around 10 pm (and this combined with the locked gate), we wondered if we were in a safe environment, although we did not encounter any problems," mentions Lee D.
Capacity for groups: For those traveling with multiple rigs or horse trailers, site selection is important. "Cottonwood is for the true RV'ers. Lakeside is more for tent camping. Nice park for family camping," advises Michele N. about Rancho Jurupa RV Park.
Kid-friendly amenities: Some parks offer additional recreational facilities beyond trails. "Canopy Court area has easy and close access to the splash pad, the playground, a large grass area, and even the pool. The boat launch is very near by too but we had no use for that," notes Bryan H. about staying at Launch Pointe Recreation.
Educational opportunities: Wildlife and historical programs add value for families with children. "There is a cool museum were the amazing staff provided us with interesting history about the lake and Indian tribes. Such a fun and peaceful place to hangout at," shares Lauren R. about Lake Perris State Recreation Area.
Consider site placement: Look for spots that balance accessibility with privacy. "By far this has got to be the best campsite we've been to and we've been to a good amount of them. The double sites are a must when going with a group of 10 people. This specific site is very spacious with double of the parking spots (4 cars total), 2 fire pits, and 2 benches," recommends Chrystal M. about Heart Bar Campground.
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require additional equipment for comfortable setup. "The sites were all uneven. Every camper we saw had to do major leveling efforts," cautions Brian C. about camping facilities in the region.
Hookup considerations: Water availability varies significantly between parks. "If your one that needs WI-FI this isn't the spot for you. Your phones hot spot may not even work. One thing I can say is the community bathrooms were clean and the parking spaces were large. A lot of spaces are unleveled but it's not a deal breaker for me. A cool spot but no sewage and WI-FI is kind of inconvenient," advises Troy A. about Lake Perris.
Space dimensions: Check site measurements before booking, especially for larger rigs. "Large concrete pads, easy backing in and hooking up. Lots of grass, great place to camp in groups," notes Paul C. about Rancho Jurupa RV Park, which offers potential staging for horse trailers even without dedicated equestrian facilities.
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