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Meadow View Equestrian Campground offers tent and RV camping in a horse-friendly environment near Doyle, California. The campground provides toilets and drinking water for campers, with spacious picnic tables at each site. While no corral facilities exist on-site, horse owners may set up portable corrals or high-line systems in designated areas around their campsites. Sites accommodate vehicles with horse trailers, though larger rigs may find access challenging due to the campground's layout and access roads. The 4.75-star rating reflects the campground's popularity among equestrians, with sites designed to accommodate both camping equipment and horse gear. The campground operates seasonally from mid-April through mid-September, making it suitable for spring and summer trail riding adventures.
Horse trails connect directly from the campground to surrounding public lands, providing access to scenic riding routes through mountain terrain. Riders have opportunities to explore nearby forest service roads and backcountry trails without trailering to another location. Water access for horses is limited at the campground itself, so experienced equestrians bring additional water supplies for their animals. The gravelly terrain requires horses to be well-shod or booted for comfortable travel. Some spots are tricky to back into with larger trailers, but the campground layout allows for adequate turning radius at most sites. No reservation system exists for this campground, so visitors should arrive early during peak season to secure space. This location offers a true backcountry riding experience with minimal development but sufficient amenities for comfortable horse camping.
"Right next to the water, and close to town. Cell phone reception. is spotty ."
"It was late and we couldn't find the owner so we ended up staying outside the park on the road. The manager got things worked out in the morning and refunded our money for the night before."
from $23 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Bugs were minimal, a far cry from about 3 weeks ago at a nearby site. We were in Site 16, which has the ‘camp’ side opposite of our camper door - only reason we gave 4 stars & not 5."
"So remote and private but everything you need at the campground with water access within walking distance. Sites are great with picnic tables and bathrooms near by."
from $24 - $48 / night
Check Availability"But most stay in other "dispersed" camping, and there aren't nearly as many vehicles as you might see, for example, in a Nevada dunes off-road park."
"First, it's quite an adventurous (read: bumpy) drive to get to it from the nearest paved road. Once you arrive, you'll be amazed at how much space there is between the sites."
from $20 - $60 / night
Check Availability"Fun historical place a nice hike away from Castle Peak and far enough away that you don’t get the crowds. Kitchen, firewood, fireplace, and a bunch of bunks"
"I think there's good privacy even though you can see that there are other campers around. There are tables, fire pits, flush toilets, and bear boxes."
"camp spots (fairly level), beautiful area with lots of trees, a lovely creek running through the back of of the campground, clean bathrooms, just 25 minutes from Reno and three miles from Frenchman's Lake"
from $34 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $24 / night
Check Availability"I guess it’s a 5 minute uphill walk from the PCT and is hidden (plus not on PCT maps) so it’s relatively unused for non-locals. Always find something fun here left behind. 8 bunks."
"The lake and the surrounding area takes on a different appearance depending on the season you visit, and whether it's been a wet year or a dry one."
"We stayed here for just under 2 weeks around Thanksgiving. Very beautiful area with hiking near the lake and mountains. The horses nearby were nice. Right between Reno and Carson City."
from $10 - $75 / night
Check Availability"The campground itself is beautiful, walking distance to Fallen Leaf Lake and short drive to South Lake Tahoe. My husband, my pup and I liked the campsite a lot."
"Water spigots and bathrooms around. Not on the lake but walking distance away. Taylor's Creek and Valhalla nearby too."
from $47 - $128 / night
Check Availability"These two sites are right on the road next to the toilets and trash bins. Some smells and lots of noises and foot traffic, some 4x4 traffic as well."
"Just returned from a weekend getaway to Loon Lake. We (2 people, 1 pup) stayed two nights at site #25 at Loon Lake Campground. Perfect location for daytime fishing and nighttime stargazing."
from $36 - $160 / night
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GuideThis campground is labeled as equestrian however anyone can stay. Great place close to Frenchman lake. Has pasture area for horses. Spots are well spaced out and never filled up while we stayed for 4 days. Tons of horseflies late morning and early afternoon. Pit toilets, and drinking water available. Easy to stay with trailers and rvs. Road is dirt/gravel on way in but easy to navigate.
ScoutThe good part is this is a beautiful place in the trees to camp with nearby hiking,. And it's equestrian friendly if you want to bring your horse. The Verizon connection was strong. Even when the campgrounds full on weekend. It's very quiet, more soldier in the week. Bring water as there is none available due to poor quality.
GuideIf you like Bird Watching (or wildlife in general), Boating, Fishing, Hang Gliding, Paragliding, Equestrian Activities, Camping or BBQ's, or even history, then this is a place you might enjoy.
The lake and the surrounding area takes on a different appearance depending on the season you visit, and whether it's been a wet year or a dry one. Sometimes when it has been extremely dry, the larger of the 2 lakes dries up either partially or entirely, leaving the smaller one as a valuable water source for Wild Mustangs who live in the area. (which is a great opportunity for photographers).
When the larger lake bed dries up a little, it extends the hang gliding / paragliding landing zone. (take off point is up on the hill on Eastlake Blvd, which is also a good view point of the lakes).
During the wetter years, the larger lake fills up, allowing water activities such as boating to take place on both lakes, and provides you with the opportunity to bird watch at any of the wildlife viewing areas provided. The smaller lake also provides bird watching opportunities (Osprey and other birds of prey like to fish there) You can also fish at the smaller lake, just don't eat them, the area was once used for the processing mills during the mining boom.
Also if you are into wildlife, there is the occasional coyote hunting the area, owls, hawks, bald eagles, and if you want to see deer, take a little drive up Eastlake Blvd towards little Washoe Lake, and one of the fields on the right often has huge herds of Mule Deer, and the occasional wild horse. Talking of Wild horses, you are requested not to feed or harass the wild Mustangs anywhere in Nevada (Washoe lake park included). Horses can be defensive, especially when they have young foals. Also feeding them anything other than what they naturally eat in the wild, not only causes a high number of deaths in the herds, it also creates dangerous situations on the roadways when horses come to retrieve the food. (it can also cost you thousands of dollars in fines) There are people who regularly monitor the interaction visitors have with the horses. But if you want to interact with a horse, why not bring your own for a ride around too, people often bring their horses down for a trot around the grounds.
There are restrooms available throughout the park, and facilities for camping. It is a good place for dogs, though it is requested that you clean up after them. There are doggie clean up stations available, and containers for waste.
The land the park sits on was once owned by one of Nevada's wealthiest men Theodore Winters, who was a prominent businessman and politician in early Nevada history. He once owned some of the most famous racehorses in the world, and his cheese was world renown. His Ranch is still around, and you can find it located just on the other side of the lake (Old Route 395), not far from the Chocolate Nugget Candy Factory (which is great if you get a hankering for something sweet), and Old Washoe City.
The lake's history goes back even further than that, the area was once inhabited by the local tribes people, and before the early pioneer's came and settled here, they used hunt ducks on the lake, and fished here. There is probably still the odd chance you might come across old Native tools and arrowheads, but the State of Nevada does ask you to leave artifacts where they are found. Check the local and federal laws before attempting to remove anything.
It has some lovely sunsets here, the view can be spectacular at times and changes according to season and weather, and the wildlife seem to enjoy it. Nice place to go and hang out with family and friends, and if you happen to forget to bring anything, you are only a little drive from Carson City :)
GuideThis is quintessential California no frills forest camping under trees that are so tall they muffle all sound, where the dirt is so infused with pine needles that it smells like incense. Although this is a horse camp, anyone can camp here. It is primitive, but if you have your own toilet you'll be ok. Otherwise, you can use the old pit toilets provided. Because this is a horse camp, the sites are spacious. Kick back and enjoy.
GuideWe stayed here for just under 2 weeks around Thanksgiving. Very beautiful area with hiking near the lake and mountains. The horses nearby were nice. Right between Reno and Carson City. Access to Casinos and Restuarants nearby(10 minute drive or so). The Park has showers and bathrooms as well as water and electricity hook ups. The camp host was nice and provides us with a huge bundle of firewood for only a $5 donation.
LegendOfficially this is listed as an equestrian campground. We were there during the off season so no one else was around. The campground was quiet and peaceful. Website stated that fees are not collected at this time. There are only 6 sites here and it is a compact little campground. The sites are a good size but the loop is tight and it took some creative maneuvering to back into our site.
The road in was fairly smooth with some areas of washboard, managed fine in our 26’ Class C. Water is available from an hand pumped spigot at the entrance of the campground, website states non potable but we drank it and it was fine and in fact tasted really fresh. There is no garbage so pack in and pack out.
The bathrooms were open. Each space has a bear box, fire pit and picnic table all in good condition. Sites were relatively flat and a mix of sun and shade.
There is hiking and biking on the main dirt road and on the multiple side roads. There was a few vehicles coming and going but not so busy as to be annoying.
The view of the huge meadow was nice and just before you reach the campground there are a few buildings that are open and some horse corrals.
Zero cell service from AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile.
ScoutForest Service campground in Plumas NF I’ve stayed at several times when exploring the area. About 9 miles from Quincy and 2-3 off highway. Free. Fire rings (need annual campfire permit, free at park offices) and bear boxes. Outhouses. No water apart from lake (generally overgrown). Large clear sites with plenty of space between them. Forested area, dirt roads. Equestrian sites available.
GuideBeautiful spot 1/2 mile walk to lake, wild horses roaming camp, quiet & clean.
RangerThis place is a great place to camp with or without horses.
Ride out from your site on your ATV or SBS for miles of trails to explore.
There is a water but must be hand pumped from the well and boiled.
Only 6 sites here, not very level but easy to fix with blocks. This campground is in an area that burned but no damage to the campground. Plenty of tall pine trees, hang a hammock and chill.
There are corals for horses near the campground.
We were the only people there on a Friday afternoon.
Came in from Frenchman Lake and out on Doyle Grade Rd. Of the two we will go back on Doyle Grade Road, not as much dirt road and in better condition.
Meadow View Equestrian Campground operates seasonally from mid-April through mid-September at an elevation of approximately 5,800 feet near Doyle, California. The campground consists of six sites situated in a pine forest setting. Sites accommodate both tent campers and those with trailers or RVs, though the compact nature of the loop requires careful maneuvering for larger vehicles.
Trail riding access: Horse owners can access multiple trails directly from Meadow View Equestrian Campground. "This place is a great place to camp with or without horses. Ride out from your site on your ATV or SBS for miles of trails to explore," notes Patricia N.
Water activities: Enjoy boating, fishing, and swimming at nearby lakes. Logger Campground near Stampede Lake offers water recreation opportunities. "Right next to the water, and close to town. Cell phone reception is spotty," mentions Brenna D. The campground provides a boat ramp about a mile away.
Stargazing: The higher elevation and minimal light pollution create excellent night sky viewing. "There are also beautiful sunset here, and nice stargazing," reports Davidson L. H. from Logger Campground, making this area ideal for astronomy enthusiasts.
Privacy between sites: Unlike the equestrian campground's close quarters, East Meadow Campground near Sierraville offers more spacious sites. "So remote and private but everything you need at the campground with water access within walking distance. Sites are great with picnic tables and bathrooms near by," according to Aliona C.
Wildlife viewing: The Sierra Nevada mountains provide habitat for various wildlife species. "The lake attracts lots of wildlife and it is bear country so lock up your food, or better yet tie it up in a tree especially in fall when the bears are bulking up for winter," advises Davidson L. H.
Backcountry experience: Lookout Campground provides a genuine remote camping experience. "This campground earns 4 stars because of its amazing privacy. First, it's quite an adventurous (read: bumpy) drive to get to it from the nearest paved road. Once you arrive, you'll be amazed at how much space there is between the sites," shares Kade H.
Road conditions: Many equestrian campgrounds near Sierraville require traveling on unpaved roads. "The drive was nice once you get past the burn scar. There was no one around so it was peaceful and the weather was decent," notes G M. about Meadow View.
Bear safety: Proper food storage is essential in this region. "Bears are not just possible here, they are likely. You really need to pay attention to your food," warns Ryan W. about Fallen Leaf Campground.
Water availability: Water sources vary significantly between campgrounds. At Meadow View, "There is a water but must be hand pumped from the well and boiled," explains Patricia N. Other campgrounds may have potable water available from spigots.
Seasonal considerations: The high elevation means weather can change rapidly. "Cold night's starting in September. I have stayed here in summer and in fall. I prefer fall because there are not many people and you can have the lake to yourself," shares Davidson L. H.
Lake options: Loon Lake offers family-friendly water activities. "The lake and surroundings are absolutely gorgeous. The water is clear (but cold) and lots of good fishing and swimming here!" mentions Rebecca E.
Tent pad quality: Look for campgrounds with level tent pads. "Each has a level, wood-bordered dirt/gravel pad set up for a tent - usually placed in as quiet/remote corner of the site as possible," notes S K. about Lookout Campground.
Group camping: For larger family gatherings, seek out group sites. "If you have a large group (up to 50), Loon Lake Campground is a great option! The group camping is separate and private from the rest of the camp that is located right on the water," recommends Alisyn G.
Site leveling: Prepare for uneven terrain at many sites. "This place is peaceful and quiet...only 6 sites here, not very level but easy to fix with blocks," advises Patricia N. about Meadow View.
Maneuvering challenges: RVers should be prepared for tight turns. "The sites are a good size but the loop is tight and it took some creative maneuvering to back into our site," cautions Laura M. about Meadow View Equestrian Campground.
Road accessibility: Washoe Lake State Park Campground offers more accessible options for larger rigs. "Great campground. Flat, wide spaces with mostly pull throughs, clean bathrooms and shower. Convenient credit card pay system. Also a dump station," notes Dan M.
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