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Skyline Wilderness Park in Napa offers equestrian camping with dedicated horse trails and facilities approximately 30 miles from Greenbrae. The park maintains horse-friendly campsites alongside an extensive network of riding trails that wind through oak woodlands and vineyards. Riders appreciate the well-maintained trails that accommodate both novice and experienced equestrians. The campground provides water access for horses, picnic tables, and fire rings at each site. Horse owners must bring their own portable corrals or use highlines, as permanent corrals are not available. The park's location offers convenient access to wine country while providing a rustic camping experience with horses.
Las Trampas Regional Wilderness, closer to Greenbrae, features equestrian-accessible trails with camping options for those traveling with horses. The wilderness area connects to a regional trail system spanning over 30 miles through rolling hills and valleys. Horses must be kept at designated areas within campsites, and riders should bring their own containment systems. Trail riding opportunities range from gentle slopes to challenging terrain with significant elevation changes. The campground's proximity to urban areas makes it accessible for weekend trips while still offering a sense of remoteness. Water for horses is available at specific locations throughout the park, though riders should confirm seasonal availability before arrival. The volcanic rock terrain provides solid footing for horses on most trails year-round.
"in an open meadow on a bluff overlooking the ocean with a short walk to the beach and a 3.2 kilometer (2.0 miles) round-trip walk to [Alamere Falls](https://www.nps.gov/pore/planyourvisit/alamere_falls.htm"
"Really great site right next to the water and beach. The hike in is pretty easy and beautiful. We had fun making a fire on the beach at night. It's pretty windy, so be prepared."
"West Marin offers an incredibly picturesque location to explore, and Coast Camp is about as good as it gets."
"The beach offers tidepools close by as well as a great place for beach fire (permit needed). There are two routes to hike in."
from $30 - $90 / night
Check Availability"This location is easily accessible for all. Biking, trails for hiking and the gardens are gorgeous. Rvs and horses welcome."
"We only stayed overnight the staff was very friendly,lots of stuff to do around the campsite from hiking,mtb,watch horses, frisbee golf and then you have napa where you can get wine,brewery,and restaurants"
"Anthony Chabot Campgrounds sits high up on the Castro Valley Hills overlooking Lake Chabot. There are several awesome hiking trails going down to the lake as well as some equestrian trails."
"as usual some spots are better than others but most close to restrooms and/or water. lots of poison oak and star thistle right off trail. great deterrent for kids to stay out of tick areas but id worry"
from $25 - $200 / night
Check Availability"Tilden is great for anyone looking for a close park right outside of the Berkeley/San Fran area. It is a rather large park area that overlooks Berkeley."
"Tilden offers a lake in the middle to swim in and fish. The campsites have lots of fire pits. The weather is always great too!"
from $75 - $120 / night
Check Availability"This campsite is centrally located on the peninsula. Access to several roadside dog friendly beaches within minutes. The bay and the beach are within walking distance to campground."
"There are also equestrian trails, so you can book a horseback ride from a local ranch as well!!"
from $45 / night
Check Availability"The 31-mile East Bay Skyline National Recreation Trail, part of the Bay Area Ridge Trail system, traverses"
from $15 / night
Check Availability"We just stayed here for 2 nights, great location very close to Calistoga and not to far from Saint Helena! Next time i would love to try out a cabin or yurt."
"Good access to wineries close by. Only real downside was that because of the dry conditions we could not have a campfire."
from $43 / night
Check Availability"It’s close to the entrance but the driveway only had a slight grade. Mostly folks with trailers. The sites are not too close together but it is easy to see into the surrounding neighbors."
"Spring Lake has been that for us. We have been here for 2 weekends in the last few months."
from $35 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $75 / night
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RangerThis campsite is centrally located on the peninsula. Access to several roadside dog friendly beaches within minutes. The bay and the beach are within walking distance to campground. The bathrooms are clean and the showers are coin operated. Sites are flat and semi private. The staff is friendly and campground is large.
LegendAnthony Chabot Campgrounds sits high up on the Castro Valley Hills overlooking Lake Chabot. There are several awesome hiking trails going down to the lake as well as some equestrian trails. The hiking trails go around the lake. Dogs are allowed but they should be on a leash. Lake Chabot has a marina that rents boats for recreational use and fishing. It's a few miles driver to get there from the campgrounds. I only gave it 4 stars because of that. They have tent and RV campsites, but no RV hookups.
GuideIt is always windy and therefore cold on the beach. That is why there are such big sand dunes.
Regardless, a beautiful place to visit and camp. There are also equestrian trails, so you can book a horseback ride from a local ranch as well!!
LegendSibley Regional Preserve
San Francisco East Bay residents actually have a volcano in their backyard at Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve. Originally called Round Top Park, Sibley shares with Temescal and Tilden Parks the distinction of being one of the East Bay Regional Park District's original parks.
The Sibley backpack camp is a small, primitive hike-in site for a maximum of 15 campers (although this would be super cramped in my opinion, unless it a bunch of small kids), a moderate 0.2 mile walk from the parking lot (NO VEHICLE ACCESS). The site has basically 360 degree views of Mount Diablo, Vollmer Peak and Tilden Park. There are only two tent pads - approximately 10'x25' and 10'x20'. Site has 2 picnic tables, 1 serving table, and a pit toilet close by which was very clean and well maintained.
During the day you’ll have lots of people walk semi/sorta by the campground, but there is no reason that anyone would walk through your area as if they did they’d tumble off and down the side of a nice steep hill…
No wood fires or BBQs are allowed; only camp stoves are allowed for cooking, your night time enjoyment.
Drinking water is 0.2 miles from camp at the trail head so keep that in mind before it gets too dark to hike back and forth for a drink.
There are several trails providing tons of access throughout the preserve. The 31-mile East Bay Skyline National Recreation Trail, part of the Bay Area Ridge Trail system, traverses the preserve along the ridgeline between Wildcat Canyon and Anthony Chabot Parks. Round Top Road goes from the Sibley visitor center to the top of Round Top. Round Top Loop Trail circles Round Top peak. Volcanic Trail, once a quarry haul road, contains most of the stops on the self-guided volcanic tour.
Dogs are allowed throughout this section of the park and in camp on leash but are not allowed on the adjacent Huckleberry trails. Also, the EBRPD lists, dogs “must be under owner's control at all times” and must not disturb other animals or park visitors, but I definitely saw a lot of loose well behaved dogs running free.
Bikes are allowed on the fire trail, but there are lots of hikers and dog walkers in this park so be mindful. Also, Horses are allowed but there is no hitching rail and no water troughs in the park (or at least that I saw anywhere).
If you decide to try and bike be mindful that most trails are hiking and equestrian only. A few trails are multi-use. Bicycles are not allowed on narrow-gauge trails, except on the Skyline Trail between the Sibley visitor center and Old Tunnel Road. Bicycles are allowed on the wider-gauge fire trails and paved roads but are not allowed on Sibley Round Top from EBMUD water tank road junction to top of Round Top Peak.
Vehicles must be parked in the staging area and display a valid overnight parking permit: 3 parking permits are included in the reservation and will be mailed 5 days in advance. No additional parking permits are available. Otherwise, you can actually get here via public transport by Taking the AC Transit CB bus to the Mountain Blvd stop, them walk about 3 miles to the park.
While you can check if it’s already reserved online. Reservation must be completed at least 5 days in advance by calling 1-888-EBPARKS or 1-888-327-2757, press option 2.
RangerThis campground is nice with newer bathrooms and shower facilities, but it's also very open and exposed. Great access to Spring Lake's water-based activities and hiking trails, plus easy access to Trione-Annadel State Park for hiking and mountain biking. Howarth Park, a city park, also borders Spring Lake Regional Park and provides access to boating and fishing on Lake Ralphine, plus they have a small train, carousel, tennis courts, and a softball field. Overall a good campsite for families in need of lots of recreation options, but not the best for those wishing to "get away from it all."
RangerSkyline Wilderness County Park is a great little campground just outside of downtown Napa. There are always a lot of RVs there, but thankfully the tent section is separate from most of the RVs. The tent area leaves a little to be desired and is basically just a stretch of grass with picnic tables, BBQs and very little separation or cover from trees. Of course you don’t really think wilderness camping when you think of Napa Valley.
Despite being close to town there is actually quite a bit to do in the park and once you get back from the campground a bit you can really feel kind of far away from the congested Napa Valley. There are quite a few hiking trails and some offer beautiful views of the valley. By far the most popular is the Lake Marie Trail and Fire Road and Manzanita is popular with mountain bikers.
The River to Ridge Trail is nice and provides access to the Kennedy Park, the Napa River, and miles of bike paths, but check at the kiosk if the gate next to highway 221 (Soscol Ferry Road) is open and I have found it to not have a very consistent schedule.
According to a couple of friends that are pretty die-hard disk golfers, the course at Skyline is one of the best and most challenging in the area. I found it to be pretty fun, especially is your expectations are extremely low.
Being Napa Valley there is of course wine tasting and having a parking spot at the campground you have the perfect opportunity to take an Uber or car service to ensure your safety while enjoying Napa’s most famous export.
This is not a park that will provide you with memorable hikes or photos for your Instagram, but it is a decent place to stay in Napa if you’re the type that prefers to sleep in a tent or RV over a very pricey hotel.
ScoutThis location is easily accessible for all. Biking, trails for hiking and the gardens are gorgeous. Rvs and horses welcome.
Scoutas usual some spots are better than others but most close to restrooms and/or water. lots of poison oak and star thistle right off trail. great deterrent for kids to stay out of tick areas but id worry if we brought dogs! we were at #45, family sites and there were families with kids all over. there even was a patch of grass for kids to play on. trails nearby good for easy mountain biking and hiking
GuideWe only stayed overnight the staff was very friendly,lots of stuff to do around the campsite from hiking,mtb,watch horses, frisbee golf and then you have napa where you can get wine,brewery,and restaurants that's only 5 minutes away....would definetly be back here again
Equestrian camping opportunities near Greenbrae, California extend beyond the facilities mentioned at Skyline Wilderness Park and Las Trampas Regional Wilderness. The region sits at the convergence of coastal climate zones and inland valleys, creating varied terrain suitable for horseback riding from oak woodlands to coastal trails. Equestrians can find suitable camping within 10-45 miles of Greenbrae, with most facilities requiring advance reservations during peak season.
Trail exploration for riders: At Anthony Chabot Regional Park, equestrians can access extensive trail networks. "The extensive network of trails accessible from the campground" provide riders with varied terrain options and scenic views, according to Michael I. Riders frequently spot wildlife including "deer, turkeys, owls, etc." as mentioned by Amanda P.
Beach riding excursions: The Coast Campground at Point Reyes offers access to beach riding. "Miles and miles of beach to explore, and you can continue along the coast trail to hike even farther," notes MarinMaverick. The beach areas provide firm footing for horses during lower tides.
Volcanic terrain exploration: Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve features unique geological formations for riders. "San Francisco East Bay residents actually have a volcano in their backyard at Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve," explains Elliott B. The preserve connects to the "31-mile East Bay Skyline National Recreation Trail, part of the Bay Area Ridge Trail system," offering extensive riding options.
Protected campsites for horses: At Las Trampas Regional Wilderness, the camping area is "encased in a barbed wire fence area playpen to keep the roaming cattle and other wildlife from coming near the area," according to Stuart K. This separation helps keep horses secure overnight while allowing access to grazing areas during the day.
Year-round accessibility: Wildcat Campground maintains reliable access for equestrians. "The hike in is pretty easy and beautiful. We had fun making a fire on the beach at night. It's pretty windy, so be prepared," notes Madelyn G. The extended season allows for winter and early spring riding when other areas might be closed.
Water access for horses: Most equestrian-friendly campgrounds provide water sources. "Water for horses is available at specific locations throughout the park, though riders should confirm seasonal availability before arrival," as experienced campers recommend checking current conditions before arrival with livestock.
Reservation requirements: Bodega Dunes Campground requires advance planning. "They just started allowing reservations recently," notes Emily W., making it easier to secure spots for horse camping with proper timing.
Terrain considerations: Volcanic rock and sandy conditions can affect horses differently. "The campground itself is set on an open plateau just a dozen or so feet above the beach and there isn't a lot of cover between campsites," according to Michael I. at Wildcat Camp, so be prepared for exposure.
Containment systems: Portable corrals or highline setups are necessary at most locations. "You might want to be on the lookout for small vermin running around the fields and looking to snag any food you've left out," warns Elliott B. about Wildcat Camp, making proper food storage for both humans and horses essential.
Kid-friendly equestrian activities: Ritchey Creek Campground offers both riding and family amenities. "Traditional campground, yurts and a seasonal pool make this a fun place to go with the kids," shares Kate L. The combination provides activities for both riders and non-riders in the family.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Multiple parks feature educational wildlife encounters. "We saw a doe within 10 mins of setting up camp just a few steps away," explains Leanne R. at Skyline Wilderness Park, creating learning opportunities for children about respecting wildlife while camping with horses.
Length-appropriate trail options: Consider ride duration when planning with children. "If you're a wine drinker, during non-COVID times you can catch a wine bus from here! There's a pool for warm summer days and some awesome trails," notes Peter M. about Bothe-Napa Valley State Park, providing options for adults while children enjoy camp activities.
RV-accessible equestrian sites: Skyline Wilderness Park accommodates RVs with horse trailers. "Clean showers and bathrooms, some trees, close to Raley's Grocery store. Easy drive to the wineries of Napa Valley," explains Lori H., making it convenient for those traveling with both horses and RV setups.
Hookup considerations: Full or partial hookups vary by location. "RV Campsites are nothing fancy and close together. But the park itself is nice...hiking trails, views, nature, and close to Napa," explains Rich J., highlighting the tradeoff between conveniences and experience quality.
Parking logistics: Many horse camps require specific arrangements for RVs and trailers. "Sites were large, water fill stations and bathrooms (with showers) were easily accessible," reports Dustin C. at Bodega Dunes, though noting that planning for appropriate space is essential when bringing horses, especially at more densely arranged campsites.
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