Top Horse Camping near Newport Beach, CA

Horse camping is the perfect way to enjoy Newport Beach. If you're an equestrian lover who prefers nature-based adventure, yet still wants comfort, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Finding a place to camp in California with your horse is easier than ever. The Dyrt can help you find the perfect equestrian sites that are scenic and easy to access.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Newport Beach, CA (9)


Recent Equestrian Reviews In Newport Beach

106 Reviews of 9 Newport Beach Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from O'Neill Regional Park
    September 1, 2024

    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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from O'Neill Regional Park
    May 2, 2024

    O'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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from O'Neill Regional Park
    April 17, 2024

    O'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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park
    January 14, 2024

    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

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park
    October 29, 2023

    Ronald 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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park
    October 20, 2023

    Ronald 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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from O'Neill Regional Park
    July 19, 2023

    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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Skinner Recreation Area
    June 4, 2023

    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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Seabreeze At Seal Beach
    April 10, 2023

    Seabreeze At Seal Beach

    Sea Breeze at Seal Beach: The Perfect RV Resort for a Safe, Relaxing and Enjoyable Stay Near the Ocean

    Sure, here's the review of Sea Breeze at Seal Beach:

    I recently stayed at Sea Breeze at Seal Beach and I must say, it's my favorite RV resort on a military installation. The security is tight, as it should be, which made me feel safe and secure during my stay.

    The campground itself is very nice, well-kept, and has large spaces for RVs. It was also surprisingly quiet, which allowed for a relaxing stay. I will definitely stay here again and look forward to my next visit.

    One of the best things about Sea Breeze is its location. There are plenty of restaurants close by, as well as the beach. It's a great spot to stay if you want to be close to the water and enjoy the ocean breeze.

    Overall, I would highly recommend Sea Breeze at Seal Beach to anyone looking for a great RV resort. It has everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay, and the location can't be beat. Whether you're traveling alone or with family and friends, this is a great option for a safe and relaxing vacation.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park
    March 15, 2023

    Ronald 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

  • Camper-submitted photo from Seabreeze At Seal Beach
    March 7, 2023

    Seabreeze At Seal Beach

    Peaceful and well kept

    A well kept secret with one drawback; everyone has to have an ID card to get on the base or be pre approved by base security.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Launch Pointe Recreation Destination and RV Park
    February 6, 2023

    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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park
    December 5, 2022

    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

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Skinner Recreation Area
    November 28, 2022

    Lake 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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Launch Pointe Recreation Destination and RV Park
    November 9, 2022

    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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from O'Neill Regional Park
    September 12, 2022

    O'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!

  • Camper-submitted photo from O'Neill Regional Park
    August 29, 2022

    O'Neill Regional Park

    Great weekend trip

    Had a great stay here, bathrooms are clean as well as the sights were nice and very spacious. Only drawback was the bugs but it wasn’t enough to change my opinion on this place. People were respectful who camp here as well as close to town.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Skinner Recreation Area
    August 9, 2022

    Lake Skinner Recreation Area

    Fun spot to camp.

    I recently camped here with my trailer for the first time. nice spot and easy to pull or back into a spot. The camp store has everything you need incase you forgot something and the the grocery store is about minutes away for anything else. hook ups were great and the only thing i notice was water pressure seemed to be off but that could of been user error. verizon signal was non existent. They do have wifi but i wouldn't try to stream anything off it.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Skinner Recreation Area
    July 7, 2022

    Lake Skinner Recreation Area

    Good Family Fun

    Splash pad, park for kids, fishing, open space for kites, cornhole, actual sites are fairly crowded together with little to no shade. Short walk to store and boat ramp/fishing.



Guide to Newport Beach

Camping near Newport Beach offers a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors while being close to the ocean. With several campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and soak in the sun.

What to do:

  • Beach Access: Many campgrounds are just a short walk from the beach. For example, at San Elijo State Beach Campground, you can enjoy the surf and sand right at your doorstep. One camper mentioned, "Really fun campground, right along the beach, and right across the street from plenty of places to eat and shop."
  • Hiking and Biking: Trails are abundant in the area. At Malibu Creek State Park Campground, you can easily access hiking trails. A visitor noted, "Nice, small campground with hiking trails easily accessible."
  • Water Activities: Kayaking, paddleboarding, and swimming are popular. Campers at Lake Perris State Recreational Area Campground enjoy the lake, with one saying, "Great overall experience, campgrounds are general and basic."

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campgrounds like Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park offer stunning ocean views. A camper shared, "Almost every site has an ocean view of some kind."
  • Clean Facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. At Dogwood Campground, one visitor said, "The place is clean and quiet. Our camp site was very spacious."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention helpful staff. At Bonelli Bluffs, a reviewer noted, "Personnel very kind and friendly."

What you should know:

  • Crowded Conditions: Some campgrounds can get packed, especially on weekends. A camper at San Mateo Campground — San Onofre State Beach mentioned, "It can get very crowded and packed."
  • Limited Hookups: Many sites do not offer full hookups. At South Carlsbad State Beach Campground, a visitor noted, "Mostly no hookups, but has toilets and fresh water throughout."
  • Noise Levels: Some campers have reported noise from nearby roads or other campers. A review for Doheny State Beach Campground stated, "The campground itself is pretty nice... but there was a large group of people blasting their music until 2/3 AM."

Tips for camping with families:

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Bonelli Bluffs noted, "The sites are spacious, but some are tight."
  • Be Prepared for Limited Services: Some campgrounds may not have full amenities. A camper at Malibu Creek State Park Campground mentioned, "Showers are coin operated and cold."
  • Arrive Early: To secure a good spot, especially on weekends. A visitor at South Carlsbad State Beach Campground advised, "Try to get a site closer to the entrance and the store."

With these insights, you're all set for a great camping experience near Newport Beach, CA!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Newport Beach, CA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Newport Beach, CA is O'Neill Regional Park with a 4.2-star rating from 28 reviews.

  • What is the best site to find equestrian camping near Newport Beach, CA?

    TheDyrt.com has all 9 equestrian camping locations near Newport Beach, CA, with real photos and reviews from campers.