Best Equestrian Camping near Needles, CA

No horse-friendly campgrounds with dedicated equestrian facilities were identified near Needles, California in the provided data. The campground information indicates several RV parks, established campgrounds, and dispersed camping areas, but none list horse corrals, hitching posts, or other horse-specific amenities in their features. Both Wild Horse Road Dispersed and Black Canyon offer primitive camping options where riders might potentially camp with horses, but neither explicitly mentions equestrian accommodations or policies.

Dispersed camping on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land provides the most likely option for equestrians seeking to camp with horses near Needles. These areas typically allow more flexibility for horse camping, though riders must bring all necessary supplies. Searchlight BLM, located approximately 45 miles from Needles, offers free primitive camping with no designated facilities but sufficient space for horse trailers. Visitors camping with horses on public lands must follow Leave No Trace principles, pack out manure, and bring water supplies for both human and equine needs. Most dispersed camping areas require campers to be self-sufficient while following local regulations regarding horse containment and grazing.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Needles, California (11)

    1. Riverside Adventure Trails RV Resort

    1 Review
    Bullhead City, AZ
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 763-8800

    2. Katherine Landing South Campground

    4 Reviews
    Bullhead City, AZ
    27 miles
    Website

    "Perfect place to ride bikes and it’s a good walking distance to the pier with restaurant, grocery store, fishing and boat rentals. This is like a village in its own."

    3. Arrowhead Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

    3 Reviews
    Bullhead City, AZ
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (702) 293-8990

    $50 / night

    "I was looking for a remote Cove to set up for a couple nights on Lake Mead and found this little gem off the beaten path but still accessible on a rugged and steeply graded access road."

    "The drive off the paved road isn’t as long/bad as you’d expect."

    4. Kingman KOA

    22 Reviews
    Kingman, AZ
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 757-4397

    "Rv spots are all dirt but surrounded by trees and bushes for some privacy. Bathrooms were older but clean. There is a cute dog park with a few tunnels to climb on, but no grass."

    "This a great experience since we were originally not planning on camping on our way back to California, but it got late and we were tired.we got a KOA basic abin which fit my husband and I and a bunk bed"

    5. Hualapai Mountain Park

    23 Reviews
    Kingman, AZ
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 681-5700

    $15 / night

    "A stay here is like a stay right in the mountains where you can see everything around you and truly appreciate the atmosphere."

    "This is a great place to get away from the heat in Bullhead City. There are lots of dry tent camping sites scattered throughout the park, or you could rent a cabin or even a teepee."

    6. Blake Ranch RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Kingman, AZ
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 757-3336

    $40 - $60 / night

    "We have a Cyclone 4270 (44’ 5th wheel) and in truck and we’re around 60’. This means we hunt for alternative camp sites with larger layouts and entry points."

    "We arrived after hours, but our check in papers and map of the park were easily located at the office."

    7. Searchlight BLM

    2 Reviews
    Searchlight, NV
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (702) 515-5000

    "Need to drive some gravel roads to get there. We were all alone when we went to sleep and the only light or noise was from the nearby highway."

    "There was a small group that parked here and went off to ride, then zoomed back and zipped around the hills and jumps in this spot before packing up and going home."

    8. Black Canyon

    2 Reviews
    Mojave National Preserve, CA
    46 miles

    9. Wild Horse Road Dispersed

    2 Reviews
    Mojave National Preserve, CA
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 252-6100

    "Nice views of the nearby mountain and gorgeous sunsets. 4 stars as there is no protection from wind. Temp at night 36F in February."

    "There’s a turn around there for people towing trailers. No facilities, just a fire ring, red rock peaks and quiet. Absolutely stunning."

    10. Packsaddle Recreation Site

    1 Review
    Dolan Springs, AZ
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 692-4400
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Needles, CA

67 Reviews of 11 Needles Campgrounds


  • Heather H.
    Jul. 24, 2021

    Kingman KOA

    Overnighter

    The people at the Kingman Koa were very nice and accommodating. Rv spots are all dirt but surrounded by trees and bushes for some privacy. Bathrooms were older but clean. There is a cute dog park with a few tunnels to climb on, but no grass. A bunch to do for kids. They have a nice playground, mini golf, horse shoes, and a pool. The pool was good side but the water was alittle merky.

    Adorable mini log cabins for rent.

    Overall good place for short trips. Tucked in a neighborhood and close to retail and town. Propane fill up available on site.

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 1, 2018

    Kingman KOA

    Not as exciting during the off season

    I wanted to find a place that was close to Oatman so I could make a daycation away from the house in Vegas. Everything I saw implied this one was the most reliable and closest to the site. I did see along the path however a few others, but my reservation had already been made and for $30 nonrefundable that meant I was keeping my claim on my site.

    The site was not a deluxe site like some KOA's have but it was a non-primitive site and I had hook ups so I was excited to see what it was this campground had to offer.

    I was staying during offseason so I knew I wouldn't have access to the pool or hot tub, the hot tub would have been nice however. I was expecting to maybe play some mini golf but the course looked unmaintainted like it too was in the off season, a little disappointing.

    Since there wasn't anything to do really at camp I went and explore the Historic Route 66 in Kingman to follow up my fun in Oatman on the same journey. it was quirky and bold and had some really nice stops. I was very happy with having proximity to the options I got to see so it made the campground worth it. I was given a few tips from the office as to the must see locations and I managed to check them out before it got dark. (pictured)

    All in all, I wouldn't say I wouldn't give this place a shot again during a different time of year, but during the early months of the year it wasn't all I was wanting it to be and more.

  • Katherine T.
    Aug. 1, 2018

    Kingman KOA

    Wonderful for kids

    This a great experience since we were originally not planning on camping on our way back to California, but it got late and we were tired.we got a KOA basic abin which fit my husband and I and a bunk bed which our son loved. The campground also had a pool, hot tub , play ground, mini golf and a little train that kids to ride in around the park starting at 9:30am. I am glad we stayed here, it was a wonderful experience. The staff was friendly and helpful and the on site store had everything you could need. Like all KOA’s the showers and bathrooms were like nice hotel rooms.

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 1, 2018

    Hualapai Mountain Park

    ideal For RVs or Tent Campers With Great Wildlife

    A stay here is like a stay right in the mountains where you can see everything around you and truly appreciate the atmosphere. Up at this camp anyone can come and enjoy stretching out and enjoying a day or weekend away at a reasonable rate with good company all around you. There wasn't a single camper that I met here that wasn't pleasant, maybe it is that mountain air.

    When I visited there were not any events going on here so it was a typical day in the middle of the week, there were still plenty of other campers here but it did not feel overwhelmingly full by any means. I opted for a site without water because there were plenty of spigots around so I didn't figure it was a must have at that moment. My site was pretty basic with a picnic table out of stone and a grill but it was nestled in the mountains and seemed like my own little piece of happiness. Only $17 for my site seemed more than reasonable and I felt like I had plenty of room to really spread out.

    This campground has a little piece of history being a part of the jobs created during the Great Depression. At that time they put people to work etching out paths through the mountains, some of those are still in use today and as you hike along the many trails here you are hiking along the path with such an appreciation for the beauty that you tend to forget that this once was a place which reminded people of hope in the midst of tragedy through minimal wages.

    While there I checked out the Aspen Peak trail which was awesome and I recommend it as a must see!!

    TIPS:

    • Sites are first come first serve so get there early on busy weekends.

    • Check their site for special events, they often host off road events here because of the terrain in which case sites fill quickly.

  • Mitchell C.
    Feb. 19, 2023

    Searchlight BLM

    Nice big lot with some fire pits

    Perfect for cars, vans, and trucks if you just need a legal place to park. Need to drive some gravel roads to get there. We were all alone when we went to sleep and the only light or noise was from the nearby highway. There’s scattered woody trash in the surrounding land so do your part and start a campfire with it. I found a pallet on the ground on my way in.

  • Steve R.
    Jun. 7, 2015

    Hualapai Mountain Park

    First time to the "Hualapais"

    This is a great place to get away from the heat in Bullhead City. There are lots of dry tent camping sites scattered throughout the park, or you could rent a cabin or even a teepee. There are rv sites with full hook ups if that's your preference. We went tent camping in the pine basin section there's no water so we brought enough for the trip. In our area I only saw port a potties scattered throughout the area. There are a lot of deer wandering around and they're not shy, a doe walked right up to me the first morning while I was making coffee. I have been told there are Elk wandering around too but I didn't see any. We enjoyed it there and will be going back. The fees are reasonable $17.00 a night for camping, you can buy firewood and ice at the check in station.

  • Michael B.
    Oct. 19, 2018

    Blake Ranch RV Park

    Quaint RV campground in the middle of AZ

    Small campground for RVERS all gravel but easy off and on on highway. Great rates showers and store also there . Fast food available after short walk

  • Lyle F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 3, 2021

    Arrowhead Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

    Private cove with gentle waters

    I was looking for a remote Cove to set up for a couple nights on Lake Mead and found this little gem off the beaten path but still accessible on a rugged and steeply graded access road. There is a sign at the entrance of Mead-Davis Powerline Rd road that says 4x4 recommended... Take this to heart.

    (We came down from north of the cove off of Princess Cove Rd. There is also access from the south off of the same Princess Cove Rd. We didn't see that route driving in at night... Probably try that next time.)

    This Cove is sheltered from wind by trees and tall grass. A small peninsula also blocks direct site from the water so this is a very private site.

    The water is the clearest I've ever seen and the water fowl dive freely along the banks. There is a treasure trove of wildlife here apparent just from the birds singing. It was a cacophony of songbirds just before the sun went down over the mountains over the water to the west, Nevada's coastline to the Colorado River fed Lake. There are also Gila monsters, tortoise, mules and many more creatures that come visit the water-side.

    It was refreshing rinsing off in the crisp, clear water! Bring water shoes as most of the coastline is rocky. 

    Do not leave food out and also there are no glass containers allowed at this location! Respect your wildlife community and those enforcing the sustainable practices. Shout out to the upstanding rangers working this area! Thanks for watching over us and the respectful reminders.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 17, 2020

    Hualapai Mountain Park

    Area Amazing, Pioneer RV Park Not So Much

    Gorgeous area set in mountains covered with mature pine trees and huge granite boulders just 10-minutes off I-40. The Pioneer RV Campground consists of about 10 sites terraced into a hilly area accessed via a steep, one-way but well maintained road. The sites were way too close together for privacy. It is a good think we liked our neighbors, because we essentially camped with them for 3 nights. All that said, it was worth it to have immediate access to the Potato Patch Loop trailhead and the area in general. A nearby bathroom was a porta-potty, but there were reasonably clean pit toilets at the trailhead. We were happy to have full hook-ups in our 17-foot Casita RV. We arrived on Sunday and a nearby group area was noisy (music, talking) until about 9PM. We were happy to have access to the town 20-mins away, where we were able to get parts for an rv plumbing repair.


Guide to Needles

Horse camping in California offers a unique opportunity to explore the great outdoors while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With various campgrounds catering to horse enthusiasts, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and ride the trails.

Equestrian campgrounds include essential amenities for horse lovers

  • The Hualapai Mountain Park features spacious sites and access to trails, making it a great choice for those looking to ride in a scenic environment.
  • At Blake Ranch RV Park, campers can enjoy large, flat sites that accommodate both RVs and horses, ensuring a comfortable stay.
  • The Kingman KOA provides horse-friendly accommodations along with amenities like electric hookups and clean facilities.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused activities and trails

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • Many campgrounds, like Arrowhead Cove, allow pets, making it easy to bring your horse along for the adventure.
  • Facilities at Searchlight BLM include open spaces for horses to roam and enjoy the natural landscape.
  • The Hole in the Wall Campground offers a unique desert experience with opportunities for horseback riding amidst stunning scenery.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Needles, CA is Riverside Adventure Trails RV Resort with a 5-star rating from 1 review.

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