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Loads of space! Not many people here in October. Park lot had two trailers and the trail to the right is wide open with numerous pullouts. Lots of great trails around for the dogs.
Equestrian Camping near Oakhurst, CA
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Bridalveil Creek Campground in Yosemite National Park accepts equestrians, offering options for tent and RV camping with horses. Located in the high country at 7,200 feet elevation, the campground provides access to numerous trails suitable for horseback riding throughout the Glacier Point area. Campers with horses are permitted in specific sites designed to accommodate trailers and equine needs. The campground remains popular with horse owners due to its proximity to both forest trails and meadow riding areas. Despite its horse-friendly status, the facility does not feature dedicated horse corrals, so visitors must bring portable containment systems or use highlines for their animals.
Located about 2 hours from Oakhurst, Bridalveil Creek gives riders direct access to miles of scenic trails through Yosemite's high country. Horses must remain on designated bridle paths and equestrian routes within the park boundaries. The campground typically operates seasonally from July through September, depending on snow conditions at the higher elevation. Water is available for horses, though during drought conditions visitors should confirm availability before arrival. Parking for horse trailers requires advance planning as space can be limited during peak summer months. The road to reach this horse-friendly campground includes several steep sections and tight turns that may challenge larger rigs and longer trailers. Most riders appreciate the trail connectivity to both forest paths and open meadow areas, making it suitable for various riding experiences.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Oakhurst (27)
1. Goat Meadow - Dispersed Camp Site
"After accidentally driving to this location following the directions of another reviewer for the “Yosemite Boondocks” campground across 41 (which we never found) we were very happy with this location."
"Great spot about 5 minutes away from Yosemite entrance. Only a few other campers nearby but plenty of space to where they were only seen from a distance."
2. Big Sandy Campground
"Off-road on the way to the camp site. We stayed at #4, with a good shade and it’s by the creek. Everything is good only it’s too dusty when other cars pass by without slowing down."
"Has a creek through the middle next to pretty much all sites. The stars at night are incredible. It’s about a 40 minute drive from Yosemite."
3. Sweetwater
"The site is pet friendly and has horse stables. Our neighbors were friendly and quiet. The site had a picnic table, fire pit, water spout and full electricity hook ups."
"Driving from the West toward Yosemite this location is one which will allow you to find a camping option before getting into the big crowds. "
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $41 - $43 / night
4. COE Eastman Lake Codorniz Campground
"It would make the perfect group site as they were a bit tucked back from the other sites. Site #12 could easily be connected to site #11 as the brush is well-cleared between the two."
"Located a short 20 miles east of 99, just north of Fresno, this Army Corps of Engineers campground is stunning."
53 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $30 - $200 / night
5. Sierra National Forest Summit Camp Campground
6. North Pines Campground — Yosemite National Park
"Great location right in the middle of Yosemite Valley. Great access to beautiful hikes and scenery. The camp sites are spacious."
"There is a shuttle stop right outside the campground. You are also in easy walking distance to the path to Mirror Lake and the ever popular Mist Trail."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $48 / night
7. Fish Creek (CA)
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Get a text when availablefrom $41 - $43 / night
8. Bridalveil Creek Campground — Yosemite National Park
"Decent access to drinking water and each site has tables and fire rings, no RV hookups (another reason you have more "campers" and it's less noisy at night)."
"Your best bet is to visit the valley and camp outside the Park or in locations outside the valley. The granite cliffs and waterfalls are something to treasure."
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Get a text when availablefrom $36 - $75 / night
9. Yosemite Valley Backpacker's Campground — Yosemite National Park
"For people with mobility issues, this site is a good walk away from the inner valley trails, fine for anyone else who is up for walking distances, because that is why you came to Yosemite!"
"Beautiful campground, unfortunately right next to the trail, but very spacious and also has bathrooms and picnic tables right there!"
10. Granite Creek Campground
"If you wanna get away and camp next to a river and down a trail and shoot your gun or go fishing you can freedom you can horseback ride if you have horses he can fish there are fish there trout it's beautiful"
"There are pit toilets, but they are located only on the upper loop, so the sites in the lower loop are quite far away, so be prepared to dig a hole."
Drive Time
- 43 min from Fresno, CA
- 1 hr 8 min from Merced, CA
- 1 hr 19 min from Visalia, CA
- 1 hr 21 min from Hanford, CA
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Oakhurst, CA
229 Reviews of 27 Oakhurst Campgrounds
Rav H.GuideGoat Meadow - Dispersed Camp Site
This is actually a really nice free dispersed camping site. Once you get to the Goat Meadows sign if you go left you will find a large parking lot with bathrooms. There were probably ten rigs or so jst camping up on the parking lot. If you go right down the hill you will find multiple dispersed camping sites. They are a little obscure, but some have nice fire rings that let you know it’s a site. They are very well spaced so even when you have neighbors you will hardly see or hear them. At the top of the hill where you go left or right was a camp host looking site but not sure if it is actually, but there was a camper there with a bumper pull trailer who uses a very loud shop type cheap generator that you can literally hear all over the area. Luckily, he turned it off about 10pm but started it up around 8am. If it weren’t for him probably would have given this site five stars. Also, T-Mobile and ATT both had zero cell service our phones were both on SOS but that really wasn’t a problem for us.
Nick B.GuideGoat Meadow - Dispersed Camp Site
Great dispersed spot
We came here in October and had no issues finding a spot. We stayed in the parking lot but there are also more remote spots if you continue to the right that are suitable for vans, truck campers, and tents. This area is only minutes from the west entrance to Yosemite and Mariposa Grove and 40 minutes from the valley. The parking lot is big-rig friendly but could fill up quick during the summer. There are on-site vault toilets and dumpsters.
Samantha M.GuideTwin Lakes Campground
One of my faves
Clean and spacious. Water was just a short walk away. Amazing views all around the campground. Restrooms were always clean.
Zack P.
ScoutTwin Lakes Campground
Beautiful Campsite
I had a huge campsite site-one camping spot over from the lakeside. the whole back of the site open to forest-46a (this is a prime cluster of sites). Close to what are probably the cleanest, best maintained bathrooms in the park system (cleaned twice daily). The Mamouth lakes area is not for campers seeking solitude, it's just too popular an area for that. However, despite a lot of people around, it is beautiful and stunning area nevertheless!
There is one thing to note-don't forget to bring clothes to layer up with as it can turn cold and windy without a moment's notice. In fact, because of a relentless, daily wind, it was the only camping spot I felt compelled to fully stake down my large Wonderland Tent. all summer...
Another highlight of Mamouth is there are plenty of fish at nearby lakes-this area is considered one of the best regions in USA for trophy trout. The Lakes are also stocked with plenty of good-sized trout for eating; however, Twin Lakes is not the best lake for shore fishing-you need a boat or float to get to the best spots-plus, it is a very weedy as well.
Besides GREAT FISHING, you are nearby to a dozen FANTASTIC day hikes and there are many more great hikes for a bit longer drive- this is a day-hikers paradise!
If the lack of solitude doesn't bother you (find it by hiking), it is also nice camping area for extended stays because you are so close to the town of Mammoth Lakes-it has good restaurants, bakeries, ice cream, and a Vons supermarket (best price on ice here),
All in All, it was a great place to pitch my REI Wonderland Tent for a week and I highly recommend it.
- LLeonard H.
RangerTwin Lakes Campground
Near Paved Bike / Hike Trail
Stayed at shaded site 4 next to main road between main lodge and store. Site was a little sloped for 24' RV. Clean flush toilets with sinks. Easy walk to store and main lodge. Paved bike/walking trail a big plus. Showers were closed at store. Water available. A little windy and chilly on lake but site protected under trees. Free shuttle stops nearby if want to visit town or upper lakes.
Hans V.RangerGoat Meadow - Dispersed Camp Site
Close to Yosemite
Many spots on a very dusty and bumpy patch of forest just taking a right before the snowplay area. Many other boondockers, including one with a generator. Our spot had previously been used by horses evidenced by the pile of dung next to a tree. Smelled a bit funny. But as it is free, shouldn't complain of course - perfectly fine as a stop before or after Yosemite.
Ashlyn H.GuideScenic Loop Dispersed Camping - Eastside
Lots of Spots! 2WD accessible
So many spots! The road just keeps going back! Lots are pretty far off the road, so very quiet and dark.
- Hans V.Ranger
Twin Lakes Campground
Wooded, nice, and free shuttle!
Nice in the woods, closed to small twin lakes that have rowing boat rental. Clean restrooms. Quite well spaced but 2-in-1 pads. No showers (normally there is one at the shop, but closed). Free shuttle up/down the mountain is a big plus.
Guide to Oakhurst
Bridalveil Creek Campground is located in Yosemite National Park's high country at 7,200 feet elevation, approximately 2 hours from Oakhurst. The seasonal facility typically operates from July through September, depending on snow conditions. Access requires navigating steep roads with tight turns that may challenge larger trailers and rigs.
What to do
Explore nearby trails: The Goat Meadow area offers free dispersed camping with proximity to Yosemite's south entrance. "Beautiful scenery, clean, close to Yosemite, and easy to reach. As others have said, follow Mount Raymond Rd up until you see the sign for the snow play area, and look to the right," notes Derrick H. in his review of Goat Meadow - Dispersed Camp Site.
Visit waterfall spots: Big Sandy Campground requires traversing rough roads but rewards with natural features. Rosina A. explains, "There are some beautiful waterfall spots about 2 miles of hill climb from campground, well worth the hike. Water can be very cold though. Has bathrooms and is first come, first serve campground. Has a creek through the middle next to pretty much all sites."
Access Yosemite Valley: North Pines Campground serves as a convenient base for Valley exploration. "I love how I can walk from here to several hikes, like Vernal and Nevada Falls. You can also walk to Curry Village for food, drink or some shopping. Yosemite village is also a bike ride away," shares Alix F. of North Pines Campground.
What campers like
Creek access: Multiple campgrounds feature creek proximity for cooling off during summer months. Leon G. shares about Big Sandy Campground: "Very peaceful and clean, the bathrooms where kept well and camp host was very friendly. Has a very nice stream that runs right down the middle of campground that basically every site is next to the water."
Star viewing: The rural location provides exceptional night skies away from urban light pollution. Rosina A. mentions that at Big Sandy Campground, "The stars at night are incredible."
Privacy options: Some sites offer more seclusion than others. Haley M. describes Codorniz Campground: "Sites #9-11 make up the cul-de-sac so it was great for our kids to ride their bikes and scooters. It would make the perfect group site as they were a bit tucked back from the other sites."
What you should know
Road conditions: Many campgrounds require traveling on rough, unpaved roads. At Sweetwater Campground, Fred H. noted, "We stayed one night for $24. The managers were very kind, accessible, and knowledgeable. The pit toilet facilities were clean."
Wildlife awareness: Bears, coyotes, and other animals are active throughout the region. Alexander Mark C. warns about Goat Meadow: "Coyotes and bears are active in the area - coyotes raided a bag I had hanging from a tree and stole my food!"
Seasonal considerations: High country campgrounds have limited operating seasons while lower elevations may experience extreme heat. Katelin M. reports about Goat Meadow: "Stayed about a week which also crossed over Memorial Day weekend. Arrived the Tuesday before. This place gets CROWDED. At 5:30 it's like everyone got off work and headed home, it's nuts."
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