Best Equestrian Camping near Kaweah Lake

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Kaweah Lake, CA has a lot to offer. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Kaweah Lake, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Kaweah Lake camping trip.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Kaweah Lake (18)

    1. Horse Creek Campground

    10 Reviews
    Three Rivers, CA
    2 miles
    Website

    $20 / night

    "We are working out way north through CA and Horse Creek was in a convenient spot. Site very clean and well managed and overall its a pretty spot. Only 2-3 large and dispersed bath rooms."

    "The tap outside the building didn't work and neither did the water fountain.

    The host was not there for check-in."

    2. Horse Creek

    7 Reviews
    Lemon Cove, CA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 597-2301

    $20 - $40 / night

    "Some of the sites (75, 76 etc..) look out on Lake Kaweah. It’s clean and well organized. Some highway noise."

    3. Azalea Campground — Kings Canyon National Park

    27 Reviews
    Hume, CA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 565-3341

    $32 / night

    "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."

    4. Sequoia RV Park

    16 Reviews
    Dunlap, CA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (559) 338-2350

    $40 - $55 / night

    "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."

    5. Monarch Lakes Backcountry Sites

    2 Reviews
    Three Rivers, CA
    22 miles
    Website

    "This is one of my favorite here in sequoia national park south entrance by gen hi way. Park rangers were so helpful at the entrance and they are well organized."

    "The lake isn't too cold if you want to rinse or just cool off. Plenty of tree coverage for both some shade and to hang your food."

    6. Western Big Meadow Road Camping Area

    1 Review
    Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, CA
    22 miles
    Website

    "It’s a great spot, this pin location gets Verizon signal along with some of the higher sites if you pull off the road."

    7. Tuttle Creek Campground — Alabama Hills

    42 Reviews
    Alabama Hills, CA
    49 miles
    Website

    $10 / night

    "Near Lone Pine, just off Whitney Portal Road, adjacent to Alabama Hills, so lots of exploring opportunities! Great dark skies for stargazing and photography."

    "Right in the middle of many trails and sites to see, not to mention a quick skip away from Lone Pine."

    8. Whitney Portal

    29 Reviews
    Alabama Hills, CA
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 937-6070

    $34 - $95 / night

    "Really secluded surrounded by trees, close to bathroom and water faucet. The bathrooms are clean and have toilet paper. Right next to a river, where the sound relaxes you."

    "Lone Pine Lake is your first option, about 2.8 miles from the trailhead at Whitney Portal. This is a beautiful little lake, surrounded by pines and imposing granite walls."

    9. Lone Pine

    14 Reviews
    Alabama Hills, CA
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 937-6070

    $34 - $81 / night

    "It is also very close to the town of Lone Pine, which has a little market and several restaurants in case you accidentally forget anything or don’t bring enough food.

    The views of Mt."

    "We camped at one of the walk-in sites. Enough space for the 4 of us, 2 tents, and the family pup. The parking spots are only 50 yds away and next to the restrooms."

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Kaweah Lake

165 Reviews of 18 Kaweah Lake Campgrounds


  • Ashlee L.
    Apr. 20, 2018

    Horse Creek

    Gorgeous scenery, outdated facilities

    Pros: Nicely designed tent sites, plus flush toilets and (free!) showers. Absolutely gorgeous views of Kaweah Lake in the foothills of Sequoia NP. Convenient location also, as it is on the road into Sequoia; it takes about an hour to get from the campground to the park entrance. I think this campground is also a nice alternative to staying in Sequoia; it didn't seem bears were at all a concern here, while they are in the park. It was a nice alternative to tent camping alone in an area bears frequent.

    Cons: Outdated facilities - the toilet/shower house was in rough shape and not really clean. There was also a steep hill to walk up to the bathhouse that had been partially washed out, so somewhat of a hazard. Additionally, one of my nights there I got no sleep whatsoever because there was a group of young guys partying all night. And it was the works - loud music, yelling, swearing, vulgar language, and because the campground is pretty open and in a valley, it echoed throughout the entire campground. Definitely one of the downsides of 'unstaffed' campgrounds that only have a host on site; these guys were breaking every apparent campground regulation and were allowed to do so. I would say one other weird thing about this campground is that they have signs that say they close the gates after 9 pm, and their exit has tire spike strips! One night I went into the nearest town for dinner, but I was stressed about getting back by 9 pm. It's probably the first campground I've ever encountered that, and it's really weird.

    I'm torn on whether I'd stay here again.. maybe, if there weren't any other campgrounds in the area.

  • Kristian W.
    May. 19, 2022

    Horseshoe Meadow Campground

    Good for tents, not for campers

    Great for tent camping, but no pull-in or flat spots if you're sleeping in your vehicle. I slept in the equestrian campground since those were back-in sites, but if there are horses you're not allowed to do that. The hike to the base of Langley was great though!

  • Les R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 16, 2023

    Inyo National Forest Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead Campground

    Trailhead campground for Mt Langley hike

    We didn't camp here, rather we used this as the start/finish point for our 2-day hike to the summit of Mt. Langley. It was a convenient place to park, because you drive right up to the trailhead, and there are trash cans, bear boxes, and vault toilets. We stashed some extra toiletries in the bear boxes, rather than risk leaving them in the car. Toilets were pretty clean. Unfortunately, the potable water spigots were already turned off. The national forest website said they are off in the winter, but I didn't expect that already in early September. This is an equestrian campground, so there was some horse dung on the trails around the campground.

  • Gabby G.
    Jul. 27, 2021

    Whitney Portal

    Amazing

    By far the best campground I've been too.

    I was on campsite 044. Really secluded surrounded by trees, close to bathroom and water faucet. The bathrooms are clean and have toilet paper. Right next to a river, where the sound relaxes you. Flat ground for the tent and in no sight of other campers. Close (walking distance) to Mt Whitney Trailhead

  • Jim M.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 2, 2021

    Horse Creek Campground

    Lovely spot, but busy grounds and nearby road

    We are working out way north through CA and Horse Creek was in a convenient spot. Site very clean and well managed and overall its a pretty spot. Only 2-3 large and dispersed bath rooms. A number of large groups around the site which looks fun but it felt more like an urban park than being in nature.

  • S
    Jul. 28, 2022

    Sequoia RV Park

    Awesome host - Nice facility

    Very pleasant rv campground. 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.

    We had electric service issues and camp hosts, Carlos and Luz, we on it within 20 minutes at 10:30 at night. They worked as a team and showed pride in their park.

    Our 4 night stay was pleasant - the park is very quiet and road noise minimal. Water, power and sewer as advertised. If tent or dry camping, showers at the office building.

  • Michael C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 2, 2021

    Sequoia RV Park

    Pretty view from the park

    Bottom line....Make sure if you are following your gps, you key in Sequoia RV Park and not the one with RV resort. 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. The manager Carlos stopped by a few hours after we were set up. The park staff is super friendly. Will be stopping by here again if we are over this way again. The views from the park are postcard beautiful

  • Tricia F.
    Jul. 28, 2018

    Azalea Campground — Kings Canyon National Park

    Nice facilities. Very slope-y!

    Absolutely loved Kings Canyon! Nice sites however not many are level. Lots of bathrooms but no showers. Easy walk to campstore, post office, restaurant, and visitor center. Many trails close by. Very busy in summer. No reservations. Tent only loops available.

  • Lydia H.
    Feb. 2, 2020

    Azalea Campground — Kings Canyon National Park

    Good winter option

    We decided to come in the off season in February and we got lucky with weather. Low tonight is only supposed to be in the upper 30s. 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. One bathroom is still open and the general store and restaurant are right around the corner. Plus, only $10 a night!


Guide to Kaweah Lake

Horse camping near Kaweah Lake in California offers a unique blend of scenic beauty and outdoor adventure, perfect for equestrians looking to explore the great outdoors with their horses.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • The Horse Creek Campground allows pets, making it a great choice for those traveling with horses, as it provides a welcoming environment for all animal companions.
  • At Horse Camp Campground, equestrians can enjoy a peaceful setting in Sequoia National Forest, ideal for relaxing after a day of riding.
  • Horse Creek features horse-friendly accommodations, ensuring that both campers and their equine friends have a comfortable stay.

Tips for equestrian camping near Kaweah Lake in California

  • When visiting Frog Meadow Campground, be prepared for a drive to reach this beautiful destination, which is perfect for those seeking a more secluded experience with their horses.
  • At QuailValley, campers can find ample space for horse trailers and enjoy nearby trails for riding, making it a convenient spot for equestrian activities.
  • The Western Big Meadow Road Camping Area offers a mix of privacy and accessibility, ideal for horse campers looking to explore the surrounding wilderness.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like trails and water access

  • Sequoia RV Park provides easy access to nearby trails, making it a great base for equestrian adventures in the area.
  • Campers at California Horse Creek can enjoy the scenic views of Lake Kaweah while having access to essential amenities for their horses.
  • The Monarch Lakes Backcountry Sites offer a serene environment with beautiful views, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle while enjoying horseback riding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Kaweah Lake?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Kaweah Lake is Horse Creek Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 10 reviews.

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