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Top Equestrian Camping near Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

43 Reviews

Are you planning a trip to Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area with your horse? We've got you covered. It's easy to find Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area campgrounds for horse camping with The Dyrt. The Dyrt can help you find the perfect equestrian sites that are scenic and easy to access.

Best Equestrian Camping Sites Near Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, CA (7)

  1. Camper-submitted photo from Tapo Canyon Park

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    Tapo Canyon Park

    11 Reviews
    20 Photos
    82 Saves
    Simi Valley, California

    Tapo Canyon Regional Park is located in the midst of the rolling hills and canyons of the Santa Susana Mountains, north of Simi Valley. Hikers, equestrian riders, and mountain bikers enjoy this rugged and rural park, which features picnic areas, A group use area, playground, an equestrian arena, restroom and shower facility, and an RV campground with 16 full hook ups. Cell service is spotty depending on carrier.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
  2. Camper-submitted photo from Musch Trail Camp — Topanga State Park

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    Musch Trail Camp — Topanga State Park

    4 Reviews
    8 Photos
    135 Saves
    Topanga, California

    Temporarily closed for maintenance.

    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Equestrian
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table
    • Drinking Water

    $7 / night

  3. Camper-submitted photo from Valencia Travel Village

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    Valencia Travel Village

    7 Reviews
    3 Photos
    36 Saves
    Valencia, California
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  4. Camper-submitted photo from Reyes Creek Campground

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    Reyes Creek Campground

    15 Reviews
    47 Photos
    295 Saves
    Pine Mountain Club, California

    Overview

    Hammock spots, dipping holes and a fishing stream make Reyes Creek Campground an ideal hideaway. Located near the Sespe Wilderness alongside Reyes Creek you will find renewal and replenishment, Reyes Creek-style.

    Recreation

    Trail hiking, fishing, swimming, group camping, mountain biking, hunting, horseback riding, nature viewing, and recreational mining are favored activities. Day trips to higher elevation snow play in the winter is also enjoyed.

    Facilities

    Reyes Creek Campground has 24 generously spaced campsites, ideal for tents, pickup truck campers, small RVs or small van conversion campers. RVs over 22 ft. are not recommended. Please bring all the water you will need for your stay as there is no water available. Six vault toilets service the campground. The road through the campground is narrow in places so RVs should be aware of obstructions and difficult angles into the campsites.

    Natural Features

    This shaded streamside campground located at 3,500 feet elevation boasts an ample supply of riparian oak and cottonwood trees. The creek area is well shaded and runs year-round. Overhead you may catch a glimpse of red-tailed hawks soaring above the trees. If you are lucky, you may see a California condor!

    Nearby Attractions

    Located south of Ozena Valley, this campground provides access to the Sespe Wilderness via the Reyes Creek Trail linking to the Piedra Blanc National Recreation Trail. This site is the trailhead for Gene Marshall-Piedra Blanca National Recreation Area ideal for hiking or mountain biking.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian

    $150 - $154 / night

  5. Camper-submitted photo from Halfmoon Campground

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    Halfmoon Campground

    2 Reviews
    9 Photos
    152 Saves
    Frazier Park, California

    Jeffery Pine shaded camp near creek. Dirt road to camp normally accessible by 2 wheel drive vehicle.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Equestrian
    • Picnic Table
  6. Camper-submitted photo from Malibu Mountaintop Ocean View

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    Malibu Mountaintop Ocean View

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    15 Saves
    Topanga, California
    • Pets
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $100 / night

  7. Camper-submitted photo from Bear Canyon Campground

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