Best Equestrian Camping near Kelseyville, CA

Are you in need of a campground near Kelseyville, CA? Kelseyville is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Kelseyville camping trip.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Kelseyville, California (8)

    1. Middle Creek Campground

    4 Reviews
    Upper Lake, CA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (707) 275-2361

    $8 / night

    "Beautiful location, campground was easily accessible going up Elk Mountain Road. Camped in Site 11, pull through, no hook ups, nice picnic table, grill and fire pit. Vault toilets, no showers."

    "If it's in a beautiful location and if you're into four-wheeling or dirt bikes, you're going to have a blast."

    2. Ritchey Creek Campground — Bothe-Napa Valley State Park

    26 Reviews
    Deer Park, CA
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (707) 942-4575

    $43 / night

    "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."

    3. Liberty Glen Campground - Temporarily Closed for Maintenance

    4 Reviews
    Cloverdale, CA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (707) 431-4533

    $25 - $100 / night

    "If you talk to the the ranger at the gate, most of the time they will let you drive around the grounds and pick any open site."

    "The walk down to swim in the lake was a significant downhill but the dip was worth it! Funny dead trees sticking out of the lake were fun to climb on."

    4. Bodega Dunes Campground — Sonoma Coast State Park

    38 Reviews
    Bodega Bay, CA
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (707) 875-3483

    $45 / night

    "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!!"

    5. Cowboy Camp

    5 Reviews
    Rumsey, CA
    26 miles

    "Next to a stream and surrounded by hills. The only tough part is getting across the stream to some of the hikes."

    6. COE Mendocino Lake Bu-Shay Campground

    3 Reviews
    Mendocino Lake, CA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (707) 467-4200

    7. Oak Flat Campground

    4 Reviews
    Mendocino National Forest, CA
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (707) 275-2361

    $5 / night

    "Was 0.75 miles away from water (we have been in a drought?) but beautiful spacious campsite. Even with annoying neighbors, you can have peace and quiet."

    "The local store is about a 10 minute drive away and during the summer has ice beer and provides firewood for sale (during winter no ice but plenty of snow)."

    8. Stony Gorge Reservoir - USBR

    2 Reviews
    Elk Creek, CA
    45 miles
    Website

    "The lake is amazing for swimming!"

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Kelseyville, CA

86 Reviews of 8 Kelseyville Campgrounds


  • j
    May. 8, 2022

    Bodega Dunes Campground — Sonoma Coast State Park

    Seashore

    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. The bathrooms are clean and the showers are coin operated. Sites are flat and semi private. The staff is friendly and campground is large.

  • Jorg F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 17, 2023

    Cowboy Camp

    Cowboy Camp

    Great free campground! We've stayed here many times. It's open, grassy level and quiet. Next to a stream and surrounded by hills. The only tough part is getting across the stream to some of the hikes. It's a hot spot for horses which of course have no stream problems, so the only negative is fly's sometimes. But just keep your screen door closed (& fly swatter handy). We always manage to level out in our 23" Winnebago View. There is lots of open space so no crowding. There is a rural road near by but traffic noise isn't a problem. Perhaps I should say it's awful so fewer people come and it's not discovered.

  • Jill F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2018

    Bodega Dunes Campground — Sonoma Coast State Park

    Windy!

    It 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!!

  • Rebecca A.
    Sep. 20, 2019

    Bodega Dunes Campground — Sonoma Coast State Park

    Beautiful sunset!!

    This is such an incredible area to camp! The California coast is hard to beat. This campground is in the sand dunes, with a short walk to the beach. This is absolutely one of the best places to see the sunset. The campground had showers and full bathrooms! 10/10 would recommend.

  • Justin B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 18, 2019

    Bodega Dunes Campground — Sonoma Coast State Park

    Cool Hikes and Crab over the fire

    I like this campground. There are some cool hikes to the dunes and to the beach. Go to the wharf near by to pick up some live crab to boil over the fire. Overall a great campground for adults and kids. Go with a group or a romantic getaway. Experience northern California Coast and see where they filmed Hitchcock's "The Birds."

  • D
    Aug. 30, 2021

    Bodega Dunes Campground — Sonoma Coast State Park

    Camping in the sand

    Nice campground at a state park in Northern California. Nice large sites but some have views of nearby housing. Some also have a LOT of sand. Clean bathrooms and showers.

  • S
    Jul. 20, 2020

    Ritchey Creek Campground — Bothe-Napa Valley State Park

    Good place to spend the night

    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. Cons are lots of poison oak and lots and lots of wasps! Bring a trap and be prepared to constantly tell the kids to stay away from the bushes. Great creek near by (we spent most of our time stacking rocks) and great hiking trails i believe it’s a 5 mile loop up ritchy creek. Very cool to see hundreds of frogs everywhere at night. Overall had a great time. Pool was awesome, staff was friendly, facilities were clean! Wood was overpriced but hey that’s the Napa Valley for you!

  • T
    Aug. 19, 2021

    Middle Creek Campground

    Hope someone sees this

    I’ve been camping cross country for the last month with my husband. We’re from New York, and like to think we’re not easily rattled or intimidated. This was the first time on our trip that we were both scared.

    The forest service website says this campground is not open for camping, just dirt bike and horse riding, so I had found a campground further into the National Forest to camp at. When we drove by Middle Creek, we could see the sites from the road and a few of them had tents and we could see some folks, the campground was pretty clearly operating to some extent. We just wanted somewhere to stay overnight on our way into SF so we doubled back and found a site, paid the $8 and had a snack. We explored our corner of the campground a little- pretty clean, a fine campground. No visible host.

    Lots of wasps and flies, like standing right next to a dumpster. There was a woman who seemed to be experiencing homelessness and/or mental illness occupying multiple sites. She pretty clearly was stealing from sites people weren’t present at, right in front of us. She also had a dog that didn’t seem to be hers.

    The man at the campsite next to us didn’t have a tent or anything, just paid then sat in his truck screaming and cackling and breaking stuff loudly and pounding beers.

    We left without spending the night. The police need to go take a look out there.

  • Joe C.
    Sep. 1, 2022

    Ritchey Creek Campground — Bothe-Napa Valley State Park

    Great campground near wineries.

    WE just stayed two nights camping and had a great time, site was good, bathrooms and showers were clean.   Good access to wineries close by.  Only real downside was that because of the dry conditions we could not have a campfire.

    It was not a problem for us but ATT reception was poor, could not get messages at the site but sometimes could while moving around the campground.


Guide to Kelseyville

Horse camping in California offers a unique way to explore the great outdoors while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With a variety of campgrounds equipped for horse camping, adventurers can find the perfect spot to saddle up and enjoy nature.

Tips for equestrian camping near Kelseyville, California

  • At Oak Flat Campground, you can enjoy year-round access with ample space for your horse and a nearby store for supplies.
  • Dixie Glade Campground features hitching posts and water troughs, making it a convenient stop for horse campers.
  • The Liberty Glen Campground offers a scenic environment with trails suitable for horseback riding, ensuring a memorable experience.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • Middle Creek Campground provides a peaceful setting with access to trails, perfect for riding and exploring the surrounding area.
  • At Cowboy Camp, you’ll find spacious, grassy areas ideal for setting up camp with your horse nearby.
  • Bu-Shay Campground is known for its big rig-friendly sites and offers a welcoming atmosphere for equestrian campers.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy hiking and riding along the trails at Doran Regional Park, where you can explore the beautiful coastal scenery.
  • The Bodega Dunes Campground offers access to stunning beach trails, perfect for a day of riding along the shore.
  • Experience the diverse wildlife and scenic views while riding at Stony Gorge Reservoir, a well-reviewed spot for both camping and equestrian activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Kelseyville, CA is Middle Creek Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 4 reviews.

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