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Best Equestrian Camping near Igo, CA

29 Reviews

Horse Camp Primitive Campground has two equestrian-friendly campsites with vault toilets and trash facilities located within Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area. Sites accommodate both tent campers and RVs looking to explore nearby horse trails. Each site includes fire rings, picnic tables, and bear boxes for food storage. The terrain is uneven with large boulders scattered throughout the camping area, making for somewhat challenging positioning for larger vehicles. A road runs between the campsite areas, creating some daytime traffic noise that typically subsides at sunset. Philpot Campground in Trinity National Forest provides basic primitive camping with trails suitable for horseback riding. The campground maintains trash collection but lacks drinking water and offers limited amenities.

Trail access near these campgrounds connects riders to several scenic routes through Whiskeytown and Trinity National Forest. Horse Camp Primitive requires a Whiskeytown National Forest pass or National Parks annual pass in addition to the $20 nightly camping fee. Access involves navigating a long, winding road to reach the camping area, with no cell service available at either location. The Philpot area features beautiful green forest surroundings and a creek that runs through the campground, providing water access for horses. Neither campground offers dedicated horse corrals or equestrian facilities, so riders must bring portable containment systems. Both locations serve as good base camps for riders wanting to explore the extensive trail networks throughout Trinity County's forest lands.

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Igo, CA

29 Reviews of 7 Igo Campgrounds

  • Rich J.
    Mar. 6, 2023

    Rolling Hills Casino Truck Lot

    Good

    Large pull-thru sites with vegetation in between.  Casino nearby has multiple restaurants and entertainment, including golf.  Cheap gas for California.  Little bit of a hike to clean restrooms.  Quiet.  Convenient location for traveling down I-5.

  • Jason D.
    Jun. 20, 2022

    Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort

    Hidden gem

    We were looking for.a place to camp near Redding, our home town. This campground is about 30 mins from Redding. It was an easy tow on rural but well maintained roads all the way to the campground. Easy tow for my 25.5 foot travel trailer and 2019 Chevy taho .

    The store is well supplied with camping and fishing needs. The park has lots of trees for shade and the spaces are wide. Wider than any other places we have stayed . The spots are grassed, all clean and well maintained. Everyone there was very nice and will happily give you fishing advice, if you ask.

    Our dogs loved the area down below, we would take them off leash and let them do dog-things.

    Just around the corner from the campground ( walking distance) is access to the river. The whole family enjoyed dipping in when it’s warm outside

    We will be back

  • C
    Aug. 2, 2019

    Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort

    Very quiet, close to lots of fishing

    This is a great little mom and pop rv campground. There are tent sites away from the rv part, but we never checked that area out. The rv spots are very clean, and even though they’re close together with no privacy it was an amazingly quiet park. The park is about 1/4 full time residents, 1/4 permanent vacation spots that people keep trailers at and visit from time to time and the other half is campers. We stayed for a week and became buddies with the camp host Craig who gave us great fishing tips for the area and had some great conversation with as well. The owners were very nice and run a tight ship. The rv spots are full hook up with nice green grass, no cable but ok Verizon signal and we got a few local channels on the tv antenna. They have a nice little store and a fish cleaning stand. We fished Lewiston lake less than 10 min. away and Whiskeytown Lake about 20-25 min. away with great luck. The little town of Lewiston is pretty cool and a 5 min walk from the campground as well is the trinity river. We will definitely be back.

  • DirtyMountainBoy A.
    May. 16, 2021

    Philpot Campground

    Beautiful Trinity County

    This rustic campsite is just a few miles off of Highway 36 located off of Rattlesnake Road near Trinity Pines.There’s no power no running water they do have bathrooms and a creek runs through the campsite it’s a very beautiful place with lush green forest all around!

  • Gary R.
    Oct. 27, 2021

    Rolling Hills Casino Truck Lot

    Easy access, clean facilities, level 75' pull through spots

    We enjoyed an overnight stay here. Clean facilities, well maintained grounds and friendly neighbors. Conveniently located just off I-5, far enough away from the noise. Casino, restaurants, doggy daycare and golf just next door. Sites are level 75 ft pull through sites. We will stay again. Lower numbered sites are closest to amenities.

  • M
    May. 12, 2023

    Horse Flat Campground

    No Upkeep

    We visited early Oct 22.

    The first review for this campground is not for this campground. 

    The road up the the campground is a rough dirt road. Eagle Creek is a beautiful creek as are most of the creeks coming out of the Trinity Alps. We live on one of these creeks near Weaverville. The campground proper has not been maintained. Very little evidence of recent campers. Many of the sites have been degraded by debris carried by flooding. The turn around at the end of the campground road has serious washout problems. The campground road is narrow. Trees are dying causing danger from falling limbs &/or trees. The canopy is dense enough that there is very little sunlight. There are a few sites below the road that are nicer & next to creek but parking is sparse. We spent about 3 hours there before deciding to find a more hospitible camping site. Verizion (best carrier for Trinity Co) coverage was nonexistant.

  • DirtyMountainBoy A.
    May. 17, 2021

    Philpot Campground

    Beautiful Trinity County

    This is a super sweet secluded spot right off Highway 36.Can you take Rattlesnake Road and go up just a little bit and then drop off to the right and that takes you right to the campground.It’s secluded with beautiful green forest all around and there’s a bunch of campsites no power no water but great hunting and trails.

Guide to Igo

Horse camping in California offers a unique opportunity to explore the great outdoors 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 scenic trails.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • At Horse Camp Primitive Campground, you'll find spacious sites that allow for easy access to trails, making it ideal for equestrian camping.
  • Philpot Campground offers a rustic experience with ample space for horses, though it lacks some modern amenities.
  • Horse Flat Campground features a natural setting perfect for horse camping, with nearby trails for riding.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy the beautiful scenery and trails around Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort, which is close to rivers and lakes for additional outdoor activities.
  • Black Rock Campground provides access to hiking and fishing, making it a great spot for a full outdoor experience with your horse.
  • The area surrounding Rolling Hills Casino Truck Lot offers various trails for horseback riding, along with the convenience of nearby amenities.

Tips for equestrian camping near Igo, California

  • When visiting Horse Camp Primitive Campground, be prepared for a more rustic experience, as it lacks electric hookups and showers.
  • At Philpot Picnic Area, ensure you bring your own water and supplies, as amenities are limited.
  • Always check the road conditions before heading to Horse Flat Campground, as access can be challenging, especially for larger vehicles.

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Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Igo, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Igo, CA is Horse Camp Primitive Campground — Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area with a 3.3-star rating from 4 reviews.

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