Best Equestrian Camping near Murrieta, CA
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Murrieta, CA (19)
1. Lake Skinner Recreation Area
Temecula, California25 Reviews•47 Photos•362 Saves- Pets
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- Electric Hookups
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
$25 - $45 / night
2. O'Neill Regional Park
Trabuco Canyon, California28 Reviews•68 Photos•438 SavesThe Arroyo campground offers 79 campsites varying in size to accommodate RVs or tent camping for up to eight people per site. Reservations for individual sites can be made online, by phone or in person. The park offers eight large group campsites for parties of 17 or more and five equestrian campsites, each equipped with horse corrals, barbeques and fire pits. Reservations for groups of 17 or more can be made by calling the park office at (949) 923-2260.
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- Electric Hookups
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
$20 / night
3. Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park
Coto de Caza, California20 Reviews•86 Photos•375 SavesWhile the park does now have water, the showers remain closed. Water is limited, though, so please plan accordingly.
Caspers Wilderness Park is an 8,000 acre protected wilderness preserve nestled among the river terraces and sandstone canyons of the western coastal Santa Ana Mountains. The park's many fertile valleys are overtly complemented by specimen groves of native Coastal Live Oak and magnificent stands of California Sycamore. These areas are further accentuated by seasonal wildflower displays and running streams. Wildlife is abundant and can be readily viewed from any of the park's numerous trails.
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- Reservable
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$20 - $25 / night
4. Launch Pointe Recreation Destination and RV Park
Lake Elsinore, California12 Reviews•29 Photos•41 SavesLaunch Pointe is the Southern California RV Camping destination place to be. It was designed to provide guests with a truly unique RV resort experience. Launch Pointe is conveniently located between Los Angeles and San Diego, off the I-15 freeway.
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- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$55 - $140 / night
5. Dripping Springs Campground
Aguanga, California14 Reviews•42 Photos•156 SavesOverview
Dripping Springs campground is a wonderful campground adjacent to the Agua Tibia Wilderness.
Recreation
Recreation in the area includes hiking, trail running, and backpacking.
Natural Features
The campground is adjacent to sensitive riparian habitat which is home to the endangered Arroyo Toad. The hills surrounding the campground are covered in southern California chaparral which is host to a diverse population of flora and fauna. The mountain tops above the campground are lined with coniferous forest.
Nearby Attractions
The campground is directly adjacent to Agua Tibia Wilderness. This wilderness area includes a 20-mile hiking loop. The campground is also near Temecula, California, and the Temecula Wine Country.
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- Reservable
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$15 - $30 / night
6. Sweet Oaks Winery - Temporarily Closed
Cleveland National Forest, California1 Review•6 Photos•27 SavesSweet Oaks Winery Campgrounds amass nearly 25+ acres of our working equestrian ranch located in the heart of the Temecula Valley Equestrian and Wine Valley, with breath-taking mountainous views and rolling vineyards. Take in the beauty of the hot-air balloons taking flight in the mornings, sip on delicious Sweet Oaks Wine in the afternoon, take a hike or ride a mountain bike on our trails and then enjoy the sunset on a 90 minute guided horseback ride!
No Hookups although we do have a water hose which can be used if necessary. Luxury outdoor restrooms (no showers).
Check-in 2PM Check-out 12PM
Parking spots are first-come, first-served and a specific spot cannot be reserved in advance.
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
$50 / night
7. Heart Bar Campground
Big Bear City, California19 Reviews•80 Photos•382 SavesOverview
The Heart Bar Campground provides access to some of southern California's greatest backcountry hiking, biking and horseback riding trails, as well as a nice play to experience nature. A variety of recreation opportunities are available in the surrounding area as well, leaving little more to be desired from a campsite.
Recreation
A variety of backcountry hiking, biking and horseback riding trails can be found near the campground, including the famed Santa Ana River Trail, which provides miles of scenic mountain views and points of exploration. The Wildhorse Creek Trail, which explores 5 miles of rolling terrain in the area, is accessed just north of the campground and leads to a remote camping area south of Wildhorse Meadow. It climbs nearly 1,100 feet in elevation and is moderately difficult. Creek fishing is also available nearby.
Natural Features
The campground is nestled among pine-covered mountains, at an elevation of 6,880 feet. It is not far from Big Bear Lake, but far enough to retain a remote and secluded atmosphere. The mature trees provide some shade to the area, but understory is limited, leaving campsites with little privacy in some places.
Nearby Attractions
Big Bear Lake and its adjoining town are located approximately 20 miles from the campground, offering a variety of water-related recreation opportunities, as well as golf, shopping and restaurant options.
Charges & Cancellations
Rules & Reservation Policies As you make travel plans that include reservations on Recreation.gov, there are standard policies that apply to most locations of which you should be aware. Do keep in mind, however, that there are many exceptions, so it is best to review reservation information listed on individual facility pages for those policies and procedures that pertain to your specific locations. Any location or activity requiring a permit or lottery will have unique requirements and policies. Please check individual facility pages for pertinent information for those sites. Booking Window For most locations, you can reserve six months in advance of your stay for individual sites and 12 months in advance for group sites. There are some exceptions, so it is best to check with each facility. Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount. You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Tours & Tickets: You may request changes to tour dates at no cost before the arrival date. If you cancel before your tour date, you may be eligible for a refund. Cancellation fees apply. Please check the tour facility description details page for cancellation policies. Permits: Varies by location. Please check the permit details for the permit location. Late Cancellations Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival. Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply. Cabins / Lookouts: Customers will be charged a $10.00 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or lookout reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge. No-Shows Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date. If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees. Tours: A tour or ticket no-show is one who does not cancel a ticket before arrival and does not arrive for the tour. Tour no-shows are not entitled to a refund. Refunds Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure. Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location. Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card. Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy. Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure. Recreation.gov Billing Information Reservation transaction will appear on customer's credit card statements as "Recreation.gov 877-444-6777." Changes to Policies and Procedures Recreation.gov reserves the right, when necessary, to modify reservation policies. These policies were last updated July
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- Reservable
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$29 - $58 / night
8. Reflection Lake RV Park
San Jacinto, California2 Reviews•8 Saves- Pets
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- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
9. Camper Resorts of America
Perris, California2 Reviews•8 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- RVs
10. Indian Oaks Trailer Ranch
Cleveland National Forest, California2 Reviews•3 Photos•3 Saves- Pets
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
Recent Equestrian Reviews in Murrieta
144 Reviews of 19 Murrieta Campgrounds
jennifer G.
Traveler
O'Neill Regional Park
Great little campground in south OC!
Clean, quiet campground located in one of the OC Parks, with plenty of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian use. I stayed here on a weekday, and there were a few couple of vacant campsites in my area, so it was an extremely quiet visit. Bathrooms were clean and well stocked for my stay. I didn’t use the showers since I was only staying one night, but I heard they were free!
Rangers were very friendly and firewood was only $5 for a decent bundle that lasted me over 2 hours.
The city of Rancho Santa Margarita is right up the hill, so you can grab food and any necessities if needed.
My site backed to the creek, so I never had people walking through my campsite.
My dog & I slept in my van, but there was room for multiple tents, and a decent amount of shade in my spot.
My spot didn’t have its own water spigot, but there was one at a site across from me.
I was fortunate that all of the campers around me were quiet and considerate. I know that it doesn’t always work out that way, and having obnoxious neighbors can really ruin your experience.
- JJeff E.
Scout
Launch Pointe Recreation Destination and RV Park
Great family campground
Great campground for families. Lots of activities for the kids to do, like smores by the fire, art, splash pad, and play ground. Facility was clean
Francisco F.Traveler
Coon Creek Yellow Post Sites
Closed Due to Washed Out Road
My husband and I tried to get to the Coon Creek yellow post sites on May 21st, but the gate was up, as the road right at the gate was washed away. So there's no way to get in to the sites right now. Hopefully the forest service will repair the road soon, but there weren't any crews out there, so it's probably going to be a while (hopefully before mid-summer!). :(
Unfortunately, I didn't think to get a picture of the washed out portion of the road, as there was a truck right behind us, also trying to get to the sites.
- MMike G.
GuideO'Neill Regional Park
Great Tucked Away Spot in Orange County
SITE:
This site is great if you like hiking, biking, MTB, and running. It is very clean, and the showers are free and clean as well. It's tucked back in the canyon, but you will still hear all the traffic from the road. Since it is a canyon, many loud cars and motorcycles zoom past at high speeds.
Free dump station.
SURROUNDING AREA:
There aren't too many shops in close proximity, but there are shops down the road a few minutes away if you need supplies.
ACTIVITIES
The campground is located next to Oneil Park, which is huge and great for bike and running. There are many hiking trails nearby in all directions. I usually ride to Caspers from the campsite or Trabruco creak up to Holy Jim.
Steve H.TravelerO'Neill Regional Park
Beautiful area and lots of hiking/biking trails
My 3 dogs and I stay here often, as it's the lowest cost in Orange County and allows dogs. It has several restrooms, showers, equestrian areas, nature trails and picnicking for day use too.
- MMakenna A.Scout
Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park
Sweet lil spot
My boyfriend and I love this campground! It’s gorgeous and filled with trees, the rangers are awesome and there’s several hiking trails nearby. We will definitely be back
Mr B.Scout
Lake Skinner Recreation Area
Great for famiLy Camping
Clean, pet friendly and good for kids.
Katelyn Y.ScoutRonald W. Caspers Wilderness Park
Great for an overnight adventure
Site #13 Electric - plenty of room for four people in two tents with two trucks. Not camping-camping but great for an overnight when you just need to sleep under the stars. They sell wood for $5. Only real con was that we encountered a tarantula and had to remove it from our camping area. Great place for kids first camping experience.
Shari G.
LegendRonald W. Caspers Wilderness Park
A World Away from the City Surrounding It
Tucked on the outskirts of Mission Viejo is an oasis of green grass and groves of the twisting and searching limbs of Coastal Live Oak trees. If you stuck me in the middle of this park, I’d never know that I was miles away from the sprawl of suburbia of a major metropolitan area…shhh don’t tell anyone.
There are 3 campgrounds within this regional park -- one soley dedicated to RV's that require electrical hook-ups (Ortega Flats), a group campground (San Juan Meadow), and another which is a mix of tents and off-grid RVs (Live Oak). This review is specifically for the off-grid Live Oak Campground which s aptly named because you’ll find yourself enjoying the ample shade of these amazing arbors, but plenty of sun to run our solar powered system.
The campsites can be reserved but there is plenty of room for first-come first-served travelers as well. The sites offer enough space to tuck away a tent in the corner, or set up the longer trailer, as well as the typical picnic table and fire ring. Plenty of port o potties are scattered throughout the campground and served the large groups gathered here on Easter weekend. We indulged in making a fabulous brunch of Wood Fired Waffles to celebrate the holiday! As of April 2023, they were still experiencing a well water issue, so no water was available from the faucet, but the river running through the park was useful for obtaining water to wash dishes.
Hiking, biking and horseback riding trails meander throughout the park. The campground borders on a small creek for fishing, but is off-limits to wading and swimming because of the instability of the opposite bank. Keep an eye on the kids! Be sure to check out the volunteer-run Nature Center on the property which is full of great information about flora, fauna, and native history.
The closest store for firewood, and groceries is just a few miles back toward town. And, the closest beach is just about 30 minutes away, so a great option for a day trip.
- Debra T.Scout
Launch Pointe Recreation Destination and RV Park
Fall in California
Very nice gated and secure campground with many amenities.
- MMichael D.Scout
O'Neill Regional Park
Love it
Always clean and safe. Has showers that are free. Has a crowd in summer but really nice in Spring and Fall. You can camp year round and you cannot beat the price. County operated by Orange County and people here have been great. If you want to eat out, restaurants and stores are just miles away but the campsite makes you feel so far away. Come sample some of Orange County’s best.
- ZZach B.Scout
Camper Resorts of America
Good for rvs but not tent camping
Does not allow tent camping
Matt L.Traveler
Heart Bar Campground
Serene Campground just close enough to Big Bear
Our family stayed at Heart Bar over Memorial Day weekend.
The campground was great. The spaces are enormous. We felt like we had a Midwest backyard all to ourselves! The parking was fairly level, but we still needed a couple inches of leveling block to sleep flat.
The wildlife in the alpine environment is great. The stellar jays are up and about at sunrise to pick over your evening scraps.
The campground is close to the river for fishing and gold panning. We only found pyrite, but it was fun to try.
Sara H.
RangerLaunch Pointe Recreation Destination and RV Park
Above and beyond awesome
Very polite courteous no rude people here we enjoyed every minute of our week stay prices vary in how close to lake u r
- JJoe A.Traveler
Lake Skinner Recreation Area
Nice but loud!
Let me start by saying if you don't like sharing the site with your neighbor, kids and partying until the wee hours, this place may not be for you.
It's a very nice park like setting with a lake, actually a reservoir, so no swimming but, there are fish in it. $10 per day to fish. Very family friendly with a splash pad and playground for kids. Lots of kids!
They have full hookups with easy access but, the sites face each other and are very small. Privacy isn't an option.
It seems the camp store is one of the main attractions. Lots of people going back and forth to stock up and replenish.
In all, a nice place to overnight in a pinch but, that's about it.
Nick L.Traveler
Indian Oaks Trailer Ranch
Maintenance Nightmare
I have been staying in my rv full time for ten years. And this campground is absolutely the worst. Good: the lady who takes the reservations is very friendly at first. Bad: First day: check in. The spot is very difficult to get to up a hill. And small. Almost impossible to park. Plug in electricity. Sewer hookup was good. Screw on the water to their connection. And it breaks. Water flooding my site for 45 minutes before they shut it off. Maintenance guy on site comes and fixes it. Didn’t even try to hook up the water and on day 3 it breaks again. Spraying my rv with high pressure water again. Flooding inside. Water all over the electrical connection. So much water flooding my travel trailer starts sinking and sliding down the hill. Office doesn’t care. They come fix it again. This time it decides to hold until we are packing up our campsite. Then it blows water all over again. Told the office that they broke the jack on the front of my rv. Flooded my rv. The “nice” lady in the office now becomes very defensive telling me that they take accountability for nothing that happens at their rv park. So I call the company that owns the campground. Basically the same response. There is a very nice county rv park that is much less expensive right around the corner. Stay there and your trip will not end up being the nightmare that mine was. These guys ruined a great vacation. P.s. the lake is disgusting. Maintenance guy looks like he’s on drugs. And there are old tweeker trailers all over the park.
- AAnastasia H.Scout
McCall Equestrian Park
Great views
Only a few spots here that aren’t really secluded but since it’s not usually crowded you do get some privacy. The bathrooms and showers are CLEAN as heck!! Mostly families here so it was nice and quiet at night except for the wildlife. Few trails for wandering around as well. Great Verizon service
Andrew M.RangerHeart Bar Campground
Heart Bar, more like Smart Bar…
Great little campground 25 min from Big bear. Higher elevation so its a great place to cool down in the summer nights
Richard T.GuideRonald W. Caspers Wilderness Park
Beautiful area in the trees
this area is emaculately kept. we enjoyed roaming throughout the various areas of the Park. No water as of March 2023 but stable electricity and clean dump area
- KKellieGuide
Launch Pointe Recreation Destination and RV Park
Clean park
We spent 4 nights here. The park is renovated and clean. Best laundry room I’ve seen in our travels. Sites are gravel with a concrete pad and picnic table. Each corner has a super bright street light. Thank goodness for blackout shades. The lake was closed due to algae bloom. They have a great area of vintage trailers that can be rented, as well as some super nice yurts. The restaurant was only open one of the nights we were there. Not impressive. We were the only diners there. We explored the area. As it was winter, there wasn’t much to do.
- AnitaGuide
Indian Oaks Trailer Ranch
Reveiw
Indian Oaks is a longterm solution that requires a membership.
- AAlberto G.Scout
Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park
Great spot honestly
To be honest was looking for a spot to park overnight and I saw this spot open and I am thankful for this camp ground for being open at late hours thank you seriously thanks
Gabriel G.ScoutLake Skinner Recreation Area
Lake skinner campground
Nice campground by the lake. Had some issues with “Karen’s” and wannabe cop-park rangers but besides that an excellent open space for long walks with the dog. A lot of cleanup/maintenance of bathrooms are done by community service ppl- so if you plan on using the public restrooms at all bring your own TP because they’re not being paid for their work.
- SStephen H.Traveler
Launch Pointe Recreation Destination and RV Park
Clean, friendly & a beautiful location!
Launch Pointe was a great stay for our family and dog! Check in was very speedy. The campground was clean as can be- no overflowing garbages, all utilities tastefully hidden. The privacy fence in each spot is nice and our kids loved the playground, we enjoyed taking walks through the park.
- KKristen D.Scout
Dripping Springs Campground
Very relaxing
I was so excited to check this campground out. When my hubby and I arrived we automatically were happy. The campground was very clean, well ran, all sites were marked open or reserved with the arrival and departure date on it, bathrooms are the cleanest vault toilets we have ever seen (and we camp all over), there is a fire station located close to the campground which was good to know in case of fires. The host is very nice and helpful. If you have any questions or concerns he is happy to help! There is running water for dishes and campfires as well as horse corrals for your horse. Pull through sites for trailers. Everyone that was staying on the equestrian loop was amazing. Site 31 did have a problem with ants.
Anthony T.GuideO'Neill Regional Park
Great little getaway
We absolutely loved coming here for a little get away right outside of town. Sights were really nice a few bugs but what’s new. We really enjoyed our sight as well. Will definitely be coming back!
- Anthony T.Guide
Dripping Springs Campground
Nice Campground
We really enjoyed how the campground looked and the spots however the camp sight was littered with fire ants where one of our guests and a dog got bit unfortunately. Also I must say the bathrooms were pretty horrendous with the amount of spiders inside.
Guide to Murrieta
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 catering to horse enthusiasts, you can find the perfect spot to saddle up and enjoy nature.
Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like corrals and trails
- At Dripping Springs Campground, you'll find horse corrals available for your convenience, making it easy to manage your horse during your stay.
- Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park features equestrian areas and numerous trails, perfect for riding and exploring the beautiful surroundings.
- O'Neill Regional Park offers ample space for horse camping, along with access to scenic trails for both riders and hikers.
Campers appreciate these amenities for horses
- The well-maintained facilities at Lake Skinner Recreation Area include drinking water and picnic tables, ensuring a comfortable stay for both you and your horse.
- Launch Pointe Recreation Destination and RV Park provides a clean and secure environment with amenities that cater to families and their horses.
- Santa Margerita River Campground allows pets and offers a reservable space, making it a great option for horse owners looking for a peaceful retreat.
Tips for equestrian camping near Murrieta, California
- When visiting Indian Oaks Trailer Ranch, be prepared for limited amenities, but enjoy the beautiful surroundings and nearby trails.
- At Camper Resorts of America, you can take advantage of the RV park's facilities while still having access to horse-friendly areas.
- Make sure to check the availability of water and other essential services at Reflection Lake RV Park to ensure a smooth camping experience with your horse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Murrieta, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Murrieta, CA is Lake Skinner Recreation Area with a 4.1-star rating from 25 reviews.
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