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Great site! We have camped here more than any other sites in the Bay Area. Clean bathroom
Equestrian Camping near Vacaville, CA
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Skyline Wilderness Park provides horse-friendly trails for riders visiting the Napa Valley area. The park features equestrian-accessible trails with picturesque views of surrounding vineyards, making it a popular destination for day rides and overnight camping. While no dedicated horse corrals are available on-site, the park allows horses for day use on designated trails. Beautiful hiking trails with vineyard views attract equestrians looking for scenic riding experiences. The campground accommodates tent campers and RVs with full hookups, though horses must be supervised by owners during their stay.
Located approximately 28 miles from Vacaville, Skyline Wilderness Park offers multiple trail options for various riding abilities. Trails wind through oak woodlands and provide opportunities to see local wildlife, including wild turkeys that can be heard in the evenings. Horse owners appreciate the park's proximity to downtown Napa, just 5 minutes away, allowing for convenient access to supplies. The equestrian-friendly trails are well-maintained and shared with hikers and mountain bikers. While camping with horses requires bringing portable containment, the scenic riding opportunities make this location worth the extra preparation. Riders should note that pets are allowed in the campground but not permitted on the trails, so arrangements for non-equine companions may be necessary when planning riding excursions.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Vacaville (13)
1. Skyline Wilderness Park
"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"
2. Dixon May Fair
Check Availabilityfrom $40 / night
3. Ritchey Creek Campground — Bothe-Napa Valley State Park
"We just stayed here for 2 nights, great location very close to Calistoga and not to far from Saint Helena! Next time i would love to try out a cabin or yurt."
"Good access to wineries close by. Only real downside was that because of the dry conditions we could not have a campfire."
17 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $43 / night
4. Anthony Chabot Regional Park
"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."
"as usual some spots are better than others but most close to restrooms and/or water. lots of poison oak and star thistle right off trail. great deterrent for kids to stay out of tick areas but id worry"
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $25 - $200 / night
5. Beals Point Campground — Folsom Lake State Recreation Area
"As with most of California everything is dry. The lake is very low and a half mile walk from park to get to. The sites are surrounded by dry tall grass and spaced out nicely."
"The facilities are clean, easy access to lake beach swim area, and easy access to near by stores. This camp area is near city area but feels like you are far away from it."
4 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $28 - $48 / night
6. Spring Lake Regional Park
"It’s close to the entrance but the driveway only had a slight grade. Mostly folks with trailers. The sites are not too close together but it is easy to see into the surrounding neighbors."
"Spring Lake has been that for us. We have been here for 2 weekends in the last few months."
Check Availabilityfrom $35 / night
7. Tilden Regional Park
"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!"
Check Availabilityfrom $75 - $120 / night
8. Cowboy Camp
"Next to a stream and surrounded by hills. The only tough part is getting across the stream to some of the hikes."
9. Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve
"The 31-mile East Bay Skyline National Recreation Trail, part of the Bay Area Ridge Trail system, traverses"
Check Availabilityfrom $15 / night
10. Alameda County Fairgrounds RV Park
"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."
"If the Alameda Fairgrounds are having an event, you can't beat this location, it's on the property."
Drive Time
- 22 min from Vallejo, CA
- 27 min from Napa, CA
- 28 min from Sacramento, CA
- 1 hr 1 min from Santa Rosa, CA
Equestrian Camping Reviews near Vacaville, CA
161 Reviews of 13 Vacaville Campgrounds
Bobby D.
GuideBeals Point Campground — Folsom Lake State Recreation Area
Quiet & Friendly
Friendly staff and a camp host selling firewood. Clean flush toilets and hot showers for 50 cents. A little difficult to find a level spot for a van in the dry camping area, and most spots were right on the side of the road. It would be more enjoyable if one could pull off into the dirt area for level spots out of the main drag.
S.AllanTravelerCowboy Camp
This is rough country
Great camp with amazing views. But, you should not camp alone. I've been here often this month and have seen a herd sheep eating the grass on the hillside, heard a pack of coyotes several nights in a row, until I heard a Mt Lion doing it's bird like sounds at night, as it circled my rv. This is last night, 10/07/2026 - mt lion presence detected, not seen. Be careful.
- SScott S.Traveler
Cowboy Camp
Great Getaway & Location.
Cowboy Camp had everything I had heard it offered & more! There was plenty of space when I visited and I got to pick a spot down by the water. Easy access & semi-secluded. The spot was half shaded and half sunny by 3 PM. Perfect for our truck to park in & stay cool. Vaulted toilets were in decent shape & even had TP. Lots of awesome spots to pull off at on the way there from Winters area. Beautiful views of flowing green water & colorful trees.
Stuart K.
LegendLas Trampas Regional Wilderness
Come for the Solitude & Stay for Those Ridgeline Views
Las Trampas is one of those wonderfully odd camping experiences that almost feels like you’ve discovered something you weren’t supposed to know about. Despite sitting on the doorstep of Danville and San Ramon, this 6,050-acre preserve quickly trades suburbia for steep ridges, oak woodland, grasslands and some terrific views across the East Bay. And camping here is decidedly primitive: the Corral Area is a single reservable group campsite for 17–50 people, rather than a conventional campground with individual sites. That means lots of privacy, lots of space and very little resembling a traditional developed campground.
While my earlier review goes into considerably more detail, I thought I’d revisit this campground with a quick topline of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS - along with a fresh batch of photos.
HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Remarkable feeling of seclusion considering you’re only minutes from the suburban East Bay, with Oakland lying just beyond; (2) Having essentially one primitive group camping area makes this feel more like your own private campground than a conventional campsite; (3) Picnic tables, BBQs, food-storage box and a drinking-water spigot provide just enough infrastructure without spoiling the primitive experience; (4) Direct access to a huge trail network with Rocky Ridge reaching 2,024 feet and panoramic views toward Mt. Diablo and the surrounding valleys; and (5) Abundant wildlife, seasonal wildflowers, grazing cattle and those beautiful rolling East Bay hills make the setting the real amenity here.
LOWLIGHTS: (1) This is group camping only, with a 17-person minimum, so it simply doesn’t work for a couple or small family looking for an ordinary campsite; (2) No hookups, showers or flush toilets - here, primitive means primitive; (3) Water at the campsite should be considered unreliable, so bring your own rather than betting the weekend on the spigot; and (4) Many of the best trails are steep, exposed and short on shade, which can make hot-weather hiking considerably more strenuous than the beautiful scenery initially suggests.
Insider’s Tip: Bring more water than you think you’ll need and make time for a ridge hike. Las Trampas is one of those places where climbing a few hundred feet completely changes your perspective especially when the suburban Bay Area seemingly disappears beneath you, which is precisely what makes camping here so unexpectedly special.
Happy Camping!
- AAlice H.
ScoutBeals Point Campground — Folsom Lake State Recreation Area
Easy Access Camping
Easy to find campsite, we arrived after hours on a Monday so drove around to find a spot and then paid using the collection box and envelopes, we couldn't get the QR code to work. Phone reception here is good. There is a constant hum of traffic but it is not loud and it is quiet around camp. Toilets and showers are clean and well stocked with toilet paper. We didn't stay long but saw some wildlife, coyote and squirrels mostly. A little bit of rubbish around from campers but overall very tidy. The sites are flat pull-in or reverse-in style, there are also some campsites marked with wheel chair access.
- JJack D.Guide
Skyline Wilderness Park
Napa, California
We have stayed here a few times. I have a sister that lives here and this place is only about 3 miles from us! $80 for a back in space.
Lee D.LegendBeals Point Campground — Folsom Lake State Recreation Area
Lake fun near Sacramento
General: Beals Point is one of two locations on Folsom Lake for camping. Large campground with a mix of electric and non-electric campsites plus some group sites.
Site Quality: Drives are paved and mostly level. We camped in a little “cul-de-sac” with just four sites. While these sites back up to the American River Bike Trail (aka Jedediah Smith Recreation Trail), it was overgrown, and I did not see direct access to the trail as we did the last time we were here.
Bath/Shower: Typical CA state park layout– all-gender units with toilet and sink (but no soap, towels, or dryers) and showers. Unlike other CA state parks, these take quarters instead of tokens. The units could use a little TLC, but what was most disheartening was how other campers had trashed them– toilet paper (and worse) scattered all over the insides. Obviously not the fault of the campground.
Activities/Amenities: Folsom Lake is the draw, and people were fishing, kayaking, and swimming. The 32-mile paved multi-use American River Bike Trail is easily accessible. There is a snack bar/concession stand for beach rentals, but it was not open when we were there.
Our stay here this time was over a weekend; it was completely full, and it reminded us once again that we prefer to camp during the week and shoulder seasons when campgrounds are less crowded!
- Lauren S.Guide
Ritchey Creek Campground — Bothe-Napa Valley State Park
Great location, tight spots
The location is great since you’re close to st Helena and Calistoga. The road is narrow and the spots are tricky to back into. It was our first time with out 20ft trailer and we struggled a bit, took us three tries we kept having to drive around the loop of the campground. Lots of poison oak. Dog friendly on the paved road/path. We didn’t use the pool, but it’s open 1-5pm and it’s spring fed. Lots of kids, definitely kid friendly since it’s so small!
Guide to Vacaville
Skyline Wilderness Park sits 28 miles from Vacaville, California at an elevation of approximately 600 feet with trails through oak woodlands and chaparral. The park offers 25 miles of multi-use trails, welcoming day riders and overnight campers in an area characterized by warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Temperatures typically range from 45°F to 90°F depending on the season.
What to do
Trail riding: Skyline Wilderness Park attracts equestrians with trails that wind through oak woodlands just 5 minutes from downtown Napa. "Lots of people were doing the trail but unfortunately we didn't have time to do it. The only reason we didn't extend one more night was the freezing cold at night (visited in late December)," notes Letícia I. about her Skyline Wilderness Park experience.
Hiking with views: Take advantage of scenic trails in Ritchey Creek Campground — Bothe-Napa Valley State Park, located approximately 33 miles from Vacaville. "There are nice hiking trails in the park though they are closed currently (Dec 2020) due to the fire in the area. There was no damage to the campground even though the fire burned into the grounds," shares robert S.
Biking: The 800+ acres at Skyline Wilderness Park include mountain biking trails shared with hikers and equestrians. "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 that's only 5 minutes away," recommends Filipino Jack T.
What campers like
Proximity to wineries: Horse camping near Vacaville provides convenient access to Napa Valley attractions. "Stayed here for a long weekend with friends in Napa Valley. Location itself is GREAT. 5 mins from everything in town. Had good cell service and park was clean," writes Jules S. about Skyline Wilderness Park.
Wildlife viewing: The natural setting around Vacaville camping areas offers opportunities to see local animals. "Sites backs up to Wilderness and saw a doe within 10 mins of setting up camp just a few steps away," mentions Leanne R. from Skyline Wilderness Park. Adam B. adds: "Wild turkey, deer, wood peckers regularly seen!"
Natural surroundings: Bothe-Napa Valley State Park offers spacious sites in natural settings. "Plenty of space between sites. Super friendly and helpful host. Bike trail right out of the campsite, through the vineyards into Calistoga," notes Bonnie C.
What you should know
Horse containment required: When horseback camping near Vacaville, be prepared to bring your own containment system as dedicated corrals aren't available at most sites.
Seasonal considerations: Weather varies significantly throughout the year. "The only reason we didn't extend one more night was the freezing cold at night (visited in late December)," shares Letícia I. about Skyline Wilderness Park.
Poison oak awareness: Several parks have poison oak along trails. "Beautiful and close to downtown Calistoga however the campgrounds were infested with poison oak. Maybe just the time of year and because of so much rain this year? Not sure but it was thick and lush everywhere," warns Samantha T. about Bothe-Napa Valley State Park.
Reservation needs: Many parks require advance planning. "Reservation must be completed at least 5 days in advance by calling 1-888-EBPARKS or 1-888-327-2757, press option 2," advises Elliott B. about Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve, another option within driving distance of Vacaville.
Tips for camping with families
Day trips: When horse camping with family, consider day trips to surrounding areas. "Lots of great hiking and horseback riding trails. Literally 5 mins outside of the town of Napa. Ate at an amazing Brazilian Steakhouse and came to camp in just a short drive," shares Leanne R.
Alternative activities: Anthony Chabot Regional Park, approximately 50 miles from Vacaville, offers diversions for non-riding family members. "Always went here when we don't wanna drive too far. Staff is great and place is clean. Very nice trails and not super far from town to get food," explains Daniel M.
Pet arrangements: Remember that while Skyline Wilderness Park permits pets in campgrounds, they're restricted on certain trails, requiring planning for non-equine companions during riding excursions.
Tips from RVers
Hookup options: RV campers appreciate the full hookup options at Skyline Wilderness Park. "Clean showers and bathrooms, some trees, close to Raley's Grocery store. Easy drive to the wineries of Napa Valley, a little further to Sonoma but a nice drive," shares Lori H. about Skyline Wilderness Park.
Level sites: Most equestrian camping areas near Vacaville offer relatively level parking for RVs and horse trailers. "Sites are level with minimal need for blocks. Staff are friendly," notes Adam B.
Site selection: "RV Campsites are nothing fancy and close together. But the park itself is nice...hiking trails, views, nature, and close to Napa," advises Rich J. about Skyline Wilderness Park. At nearby Beals Point Campground, approximately 40 miles from Vacaville, "Staff was very nice and friendly and let us pick a spot. Price was very reasonable for dry spot 28$," reports Emmi O.
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