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Musch Trail Camp in Topanga State Park provides basic tent camping with horses in a natural setting. The camp features hiking trail access that accommodates equestrian use, though facilities are minimalist with no horse corrals among the amenities. Drinking water, picnic tables, toilets, and trash service are available for campers. Situated at the intersection of multiple trails in the Santa Monica Mountains, this location serves as a starting point for bridle path exploration. Horse owners should note that while horses are accommodated, the campground does not offer electric hookups, showers, or reservations, maintaining a primitive camping experience.
Several miles north, Horse Flats Campground near Pearblossom offers more developed equestrian camping options along Angeles Crest Highway. Positioned at an elevation offering cooler temperatures during summer months, this campground provides access to extensive trail networks through Angeles National Forest. The facilities include vault toilets and trash collection, while maintaining a rustic character that appeals to riders seeking natural surroundings. Trail connections from the campground lead to mountain vistas and forest exploration routes suitable for day rides. Sites accommodate both tent and RV camping without hookups, making the location popular among horse enthusiasts seeking primitive camping with trailer access. Visitors should bring their own water, as no drinking water is available on-site, and prepare for variable mountain weather conditions throughout the camping season.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Westlake Village (12)
1. Malibu Creek State Park Campground
"It is prime location for some great hiking and at night it is super quiet. There are restrooms and showers as well."
"The grounds were beautiful and well maintained, the camp host super friendly and helpful, the bathrooms well positioned and clean, and the sites had shade and everything we needed."
5 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $45 - $225 / night
2. Tapo Canyon Park
"This is a very nice campground near everything but still away from it all. No issues parking our 42' 5th wheel here. Clean and quiet despite the peacocks. They can be rather loud when startled."
"This campground happens to be very close to home so we went here to try out our brand new pull behind camper trailer for the very first time.
The campground is small, quiet and very well-kept."3. Musch Trail Camp — Topanga State Park
"If you want a longer hike you can hike up the East Topanga Fire Road and then drop down into Musch Camp on the Backbone Trail from Eagle Junction."
"Really felt away from the " concrete jungle" of the city."
Check Availabilityfrom $7 / night
4. Valencia Travel Village
"A little remote and you have to drive to the nearest town(s), but clean grounds and nice site. Very easy to book online. The RV park is pretty large so it's a nice daily walk."
"It’s right near Magic Mountain theme park and many useful stores nearby: Home Depot, Walmart, Target, genetic stores, movie theaters. I’ll camp here again."
5. Malibu Mountaintop Ocean View
from $100 / night
6. Reyes Creek Campground
"It's about a 40 minute drive from the nearest town (and therefore the nearest gas station or market - plan ahead). There is no power, or water."
"There is a bar at the campground entrance if that is your speed, but we took advantage of the winding creek side path behind site 18."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $32 - $154 / night
7. Horse Flats Campground
"Horse Flats is not as popular as Buckhorn, and is a little less "green" with regards to the immediate scenery. It is also quieter for this reason, which is nice."
"We usually only see rangers come around in the morning. With that said, we still like Horse Flats because there is usually a spot or two open if we arrive on a Saturday."
Check Availabilityfrom $12 / night
8. Halfmoon Campground
"Coming from Frazier, CA I was able to access the camp site with a 2012 Chevy Equinox LS FWD (By no means an off-roading vehicle) and return back home with no issues."
"Beautiful drive down grade valley to get to this awesome site. We were looking for a more remote place to camp and this site satisfied all our needs."
9. Bear Canyon Campground
"But otherwise a great spot to spend a few summer days away from anyone not hale enough to trek in a few miles."
"Crossing the tiny bridge at the west end of Switzer Picinic area(park up top during the weekdays, adds half a mile), you’ll see Switzer Trail Camp."
10. Holiday Group Campground
"They got a nice nature trail , this time there was decent size water flowing , got tables and bathrooms. There was a trail was had to much poison oak in the entrance we couldn’t enter."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $150 - $154 / night
Drive Time
- 26 min from Oxnard, CA
- 29 min from Los Angeles, CA
- 1 hr 38 min from Bakersfield, CA
- 1 hr 50 min from Santa Maria, CA
Equestrian Camping Reviews near Westlake Village, CA
113 Reviews of 12 Westlake Village Campgrounds
James W.
TravelerMalibu Creek State Park Campground
Nice spot with great hiking. Limited facilities. No hookups. $1 for 2 minute shower (tokens).
- SSonali U.Traveler
Valencia Travel Village
Very fine.
I was lucky to find this place. It’s well run, comfortable, friendly. Nice spots.
Travis P.ScoutMusch Trail Camp — Topanga State Park
Amazing topanga oasis
The hike-in experience has captivating views and diverse environment. Really felt away from the " concrete jungle" of the city.
- SSonali U.Traveler
Valencia Travel Village
Great place, great folks
I do recommend. Beautiful, peaceful place. Good folks. It’s right near Magic Mountain theme park and many useful stores nearby: Home Depot, Walmart, Target, genetic stores, movie theaters. I’ll camp here again.
Anthony H.ScoutMalibu Creek State Park Campground
rude staff and don’t answer phone
don’t try to reach out to this park via phone with any questions, they won’t answer you. they won’t even answer the phone when their own reservation agents are calling them. gates close strictly at 10 so if you’re camping here make sure to show up by then. showed up at 9:58 after leaving a music festival early to make sure i made it on time, and their staff was immensely rude to me about not making it on time. the morning staff is incredibly nice, apologizing for the problems and giving me advice. the night staff though has a problem and they take it out on their visitors. for how rude they were to me, somehow the campsite across from me showed up at 11pm, so seems like they pick and choose who to give problems. avoid camping here. campsites are very close together and nothing special.
- AAJ G.Scout
Malibu Creek State Park Campground
Crowded but convenient
Great hikes all around and close to beaches and city. Good sites were 26, 7, 49.
Hans V.
RangerMalibu Creek State Park Campground
Nice semi wooded
Small and not level spots, but OK spreaded. Toilet building is fine (paid showers though).
- ssusie W.Traveler
Malibu Creek State Park Campground
Trails not marked well and no soap in bathroom or way to dry hands
The only thing to do here is hike and the trails are not well marked. Tried to get to MASH site and almost missed it do to lack of trail markers.
The bathrooms are clean but no soap or way to dry hands.
Visitors center is a hike and only open on weekends if volunteers are available.
RV dump station usage is not included in site fee. Extra $10 per dump
Most of sites are not even close level!
Guide to Westlake Village
Musch Trail Camp in Topanga State Park offers accessible tent camping for horse enthusiasts located within easy reach of Westlake Village. The campground features basic amenities with a small number of tent sites connected to equestrian-friendly trails that traverse the Santa Monica Mountains. Toilets, picnic tables and drinking water are available for campers. The grounds remain quiet and secluded for those seeking a natural experience with their horses. Park gates close after hours, requiring campers to plan arrival times accordingly. Trail access from the campground connects to an extensive network of paths that accommodate both hikers and horseback riders.
Horse Flats Campground in Angeles National Forest provides another option for equestrians approximately 45 miles from Westlake Village. This primitive campground sits at higher elevation, offering cooler temperatures during summer months. The campground connects directly to forest service trails suitable for day rides. No water is available for horses, so riders must bring their own supply for both themselves and their animals. Pit toilets and trash collection are available, but no shower facilities exist on site. Fires are permitted in designated fire rings when no fire restrictions are in place. The campground's natural setting attracts equestrians who appreciate rustic camping conditions and direct access to mountain trails.
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