Best Equestrian Camping near San Francisco, CA

Skyline Wilderness Park in Napa accommodates horseback riders with direct access to miles of equestrian trails through rolling hillsides and vineyard views. The park features equestrian-friendly camping options among its tent, RV, and cabin accommodations. Horse owners can access water hookups while their animals rest between trail rides. Hikers and riders often cross paths on the multi-use trails, creating a mixed-use environment that requires standard trail etiquette. The campsites back up to wilderness areas where deer and other wildlife are commonly spotted just steps from established camping areas.

Las Trampas Regional Wilderness provides trail access for horseback riders through a network of paths that wind past grazing cattle and sweeping East Bay vistas. Located approximately 30 minutes from San Francisco, this primitive equestrian camping area offers basic amenities in a natural setting surrounded by barbed wire fencing to separate camping areas from wildlife and roaming cattle. Water is available at the trailhead before beginning the 150-yard hike to the camping area. The trails rising from the campground to Las Trampas ridge offer spectacular views but include steep sections that challenge both hikers and horses. The East Bay Regional Park District maintains several horse-friendly campgrounds within short driving distance of San Francisco, allowing for weekend equestrian camping trips without extensive travel time.

Best Equestrian Sites Near San Francisco, California (14)

    1. Anthony Chabot Regional Park

    29 Reviews
    Castro Valley, CA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 327-2757

    $25 - $200 / night

    "On visiting San Francisco we were looking for a site that wasn’t a car park. This really met the mark! Beautiful place with great sites. Nice picnic tables & fire pits! Was very quiet"

    "Anthony Chabot Campgrounds sits high up on the Castro Valley Hills overlooking Lake Chabot. There are several awesome hiking trails going down to the lake as well as some equestrian trails."

    2. Tilden Regional Park

    4 Reviews
    Kensington, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 327-2757

    $75 - $120 / night

    "Tilden is great for anyone looking for a close park right outside of the Berkeley/San Fran area. It is a rather large park area that overlooks Berkeley."

    "Tilden offers a lake in the middle to swim in and fish. The campsites have lots of fire pits. The weather is always great too!"

    3. Wildcat Campground — Point Reyes National Seashore

    14 Reviews
    Olema, CA
    24 miles
    Website

    "I used to live in the area and wish I had spent more time camping in and around the Point Reyes National Seashore."

    "in an open meadow on a bluff overlooking the ocean with a short walk to the beach and a 3.2 kilometer (2.0 miles) round-trip walk to [Alamere Falls](https://www.nps.gov/pore/planyourvisit/alamere_falls.htm"

    5. Skyline Wilderness Park

    29 Reviews
    Napa, CA
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (707) 252-0481

    "This location is easily accessible for all. Biking, trails for hiking and the gardens are gorgeous. Rvs and horses welcome."

    "We only stayed overnight the staff was very friendly,lots of stuff to do around the campsite from hiking,mtb,watch horses, frisbee golf and then you have napa where you can get wine,brewery,and restaurants"

    6. Coast Campground — Point Reyes National Seashore

    9 Reviews
    Point Reyes National Seashore, CA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (415) 464-5100

    $30 - $90 / night

    "West Marin offers an incredibly picturesque location to explore, and Coast Camp is about as good as it gets."

    "The beach offers tidepools close by as well as a great place for beach fire (permit needed).  There are two routes to hike in."

    7. Las Trampas Regional Wilderness

    1 Review
    Alamo, CA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 327-2757

    $75 / night

    8. Alameda County Fairgrounds RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Pleasanton, CA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (925) 426-3340

    "If you are visiting and want to go to San Francisco, I think this is one of the closest RV parks to the city.

    Sites are grassy, some with trees, and pretty close together."

    "The Fairview RV Park is a great Bay Area location easy to find right off hwy 680, in the Alameda county fairgrounds. The staff are all pleasant to work with and the park and facilities are clean."

    9. Del Valle Campground — East Bay Regional Park District

    23 Reviews
    Livermore, CA
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 327-2757

    $15 - $200 / night

    "This hidden gem hides behind the vineyard crested mountain range just due south of Livermore."

    "After time spent here at this oasis in the middle of Eastbay, California, you’ll very much feel like part of this place with its endless trails, fantastically well-kept camping grounds and the warm hospitality"

    10. Sunol

    3 Reviews
    Sunol, CA
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 327-2757

    "I have never camped here but hiked many trails."

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near San Francisco, CA

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Horse camping in California offers a unique way to explore the state's stunning landscapes while enjoying the companionship of your equine friends. With a variety of campgrounds catering to horse enthusiasts, you can find the perfect spot to saddle up and enjoy the great outdoors.

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Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near San Francisco, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near San Francisco, CA is Anthony Chabot Regional Park with a 4.6-star rating from 29 reviews.

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