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Best Equestrian Camping near Manitou Springs, CO

295 Reviews

None of the campgrounds in the data explicitly offers horse corrals or specialized equestrian facilities near Manitou Springs. While several campgrounds like Cheyenne Mountain State Park and Mueller State Park provide extensive trail systems, they do not specifically highlight dedicated horse-friendly amenities. Cheyenne Mountain State Park, located minutes from Colorado Springs, offers multiple camping loops with full hookup sites and access to over 21 miles of trails, though dogs are only permitted in limited areas and on specific trails. The park's natural setting attracts wildlife including deer and elk, with campsites offering views of both Cheyenne Mountain and the city lights below.

Trail access varies throughout the region's campgrounds. The Meadows Campground at Cheyenne Mountain features well-maintained hiking paths with remarkable trail markings that include self-guided tutorial placards and strategically placed GPS coordinates for safety. Spacious RV sites with full hookups are available year-round, though reservations fill quickly due to the park's popularity and proximity to attractions like Garden of the Gods, Manitou Cliff Dwellings, and Pike's Peak. While the trails accommodate runners and mountain bikers, equestrians seeking dedicated bridle paths may need to explore other areas in the Pike National Forest where dispersed camping might better accommodate horses.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Manitou Springs, Colorado (18)

    1. Mueller State Park Campground

    61 Reviews
    Divide, CO
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 687-2366

    $28 - $270 / night

    "Pets are not allowed on the trails & they do have rangers hiking looking for rule breakers. "

    "This Colorado state park brings visitors year-round for all types of recreation. We have traveled here several times, both tent camping and in our camper."

    2. The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park

    17 Reviews
    Manitou Springs, CO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 576-2016

    $28 - $120 / night

    "Quick access to CO. Springs and Manitou Springs. I'd stay again if I want full convenience. Showers and laundry. $50"

    "The tent only sites are walk-in and $18…and by walk-in…between 10-100ft from the parking area depending on the site."

    3. Peregrine Pines FamCamp

    20 Reviews
    Monument, CO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 333-4980

    "Campground Review Note: This is a military campground only, on the grounds of the US Air Force Academy just north of Colorado Springs, CO. "

    "Downtown Colorado Springs is minutes away and close to attractions. Plus you can take advantage of on base shopping and more."

    4. Cripple Creek KOA

    17 Reviews
    Cripple Creek, CO
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 689-5647

    "Only downfall is that it was a bit of a drive to many main attractions in Colorado, but it was worth the drive."

    "Convenient location to Cripple Creek CO. Mountain views. Situated on meadow hillside. Hiking trails, full hookups, fire rings with grills, picnic tables. Level sites with many pull thrus."

    5. Colorado Campground

    21 Reviews
    Woodland Park, CO
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 636-1602

    $28 - $38 / night

    "CAMPGROUND REVIEW: COLORADO CAMPGROUND PIKE NATIONAL FOREST https://www.recreation.gov/camping/colorado-campground/r/campgroundDetails.do?"

    "Colorado campground is situated outside of Woodland Park (10 minute drive) and right next to Manitou lake. "

    6. Historic Triple B Ranch

    1 Review
    Woodland Park, CO
    15 miles
    +1 (719) 687-8899

    7. Chatfield State Park Campground

    77 Reviews
    Littleton, CO
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 791-7275

    $36 - $200 / night

    "Stay here a couple times a year, great amenities and lots to do with a swim beach, shore line, horses, boat ramp and model planes."

    "Chatfield State Park is a great mixture of access to the outdoors with availability of many of the benefits of a metro area close by."

    8. Matukat Road Dispersed Camping

    16 Reviews
    Lake George, CO
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 553-1400

    "* Most sites appeared to be just off the road so you will see others driving by, and some sites have close by neighbors so keep that in mind if you're looking for something more private.

    • Livestock"

    "Rock fire pits, wood around. No water, garbage, nor toilets. Cool temps, road in is rough go slow. Nice shady trees. First few spots you encounter left, then right seem ok."

    9. Spillway Campground

    14 Reviews
    Lake George, CO
    30 miles
    Website

    $24 / night

    "This is a wonderful campground at the end of the road near the dam and right next to the Platte. This is a wonderful spot for fly fishing, and can get busy sharing the river with day visitors."

    "There is a trail above the camp that will take you up to some beautiful views through a meadow. Right in the camp are over 5 established bouldering routes and even more in the hill above camp."

    10. Royal Gorge-Canon City KOA

    18 Reviews
    Cañon City, CO
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (719) 275-6116

    "Beautiful views and a great walking path for my dog. I could have gone for miles. People are super friendly and it’s clean! Close to hiking. Well worth the visit"

    "The site we got had our door facing another camper's door and our picnic tables were next to eachother, so we didn't spend much time hanging out outside."

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295 Reviews of 18 Manitou Springs Campgrounds

  • J
    Oct. 4, 2021

    The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park

    Good. Average state Park

    I typically disperse, but needed a quick night. Stopped in. The visitor center employee was not friendly. I tried to home with her and was super nice. I got nothing. Saw some deer and elk. Quick access to CO. Springs and Manitou Springs. I'd stay again if I want full convenience. Showers and laundry. $50

  • Dave V.
    Sep. 13, 2018

    Colorado Campground

    There are many campgrounds in Colorado, but only one Colorado Campground!

    CAMPGROUND REVIEW: COLORADO CAMPGROUND PIKE NATIONAL FOREST

    https://www.recreation.gov/camping/colorado-campground/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70684

    Colorado Campground is one of several campgrounds less than 10 miles north of the city of Woodland Park off Route 67 in the Pike National Forest.

    Situated at 7800 feet elevation, even summer nights get cool. Nearby 5 acre Manitou Lake is a trail walk away. You can toss your canoe or kayak in, but unless you are simply trout fishing, it’s tiny size doesn’t offer much variation.

    Numerous foot trails lead into the National Forest, offering wonderfully quiet hikes and exploration.

    There are 81 sites available, but some are adjacent to highway 67, so periodic road noise will be heard. The ponderosa pines assist in muffling highway noise.

    Neighboring sites are visible across the entire campground, but they are situated in such a way that you are not directly on top of each other.

    The back loop sites are larger and set deeper (Site 19, 20,21, 22, 23) which are my choice. Sites can be secured on www.recreation.gov. There are double sites which garner double fees. At the time of this review, sites are $23.00 nightly (a bit pricey for no showers or modern facilities). When there during the week, not including the host and groundskeeper, only four sites were filled. Most sites were reserved for weekends and upcoming Labor Day holiday.

    No RV/Campers over 36 ft permitted. Parking pads are gravel, a few are pull-through. Sites are non-electric with no hookups…no showers Water spigots, metal trash containers and pit latrines are spaced out through the campground. Each site has one stationary picnic table and a fire pit. Most sites appeared fairly level. No specific tent pad locations.

    With the towering ponderosa pines, there is ample shade.

    Plenty of trails permit mountain biking as well as the paved centennial bike path that runs along highway 67 from Woodland Park 15 miles north…that you can walk, in-line, cycle and even ebike.

    You have plenty of local activities to keep you busy, including the Red Rocks a couple miles south…or drive east on Rt 24 to Pikes Peak, or further into Manitou Springs for the Incline, Red Rock Canyon Open Space, Garden of the gods and more!

    Just six miles south into Woodland Park offers every food or shopping option.

    All in all, a nice, clean campground in a great location.

  • B M.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 31, 2020

    Mueller State Park Campground

    Beautiful well kept park near Pikes Peak

    We stayed in site # 43 and had electric and filled with water there it was a nice site. It was a pull thru site Conifer ridge loop. I had 2 bars with Verizon, nice restrooms, showers & a laundry room. 

    The BEST sites in our loop were #40 & 41 big pull thru sites facing Pikes Peak.  Site # 36 is great to it's a back in site. Nice hikes though out the park it's well maintained. Pets are not allowed on the trails & they do have rangers hiking looking for rule breakers. 

    Went to Mike's barbecue had a great meal & ask for the candied bacon he doesn't advertise it, sells out quickly. Also went to McGinty's slow service but a good dinner. 

    Pikes Peak is close & what a beautiful Mountain. We saw lots of wildlife, wildflowers, very winding road with switchbacks going up and the summit at the top. It was cold up there had a cloud come in & it covered the peak. They sell a shirt Got Oxygen we bought one it's  true. Elevation is 14,115 Crystal reservoir was beautiful. Had some snow patches up higher.  They hit a limit & part way up you may have to stop & take a bus the rest of the way (it's free) but we lucked out and got to drive the entire way up. Coming down they will stop you at a 1/2 way check point & check your breaks are not overheated. If they are you have to wait a 1/2 hour I believe to go back down. Drive in Manual and you will be fine.

    Garden of the Gods isn't far that's beautiful too & the drive there is nice. Manitou  Springs is a nice little town and Cripple Creek the other direction is really a cool town. springs

  • Natalie B.
    Jul. 15, 2017

    Indian Creek Equestrian Campground

    Beautiful!

    This campground has a equestrian area and a tent camping area. The tent camping is to the right after you enter, there are two tent loops with bathrooms. Water spigots next to the bathroom. There are a few trails here, some are horse trails. Overall a beautiful spot with some shade!

  • Tj H.
    Aug. 9, 2019

    Haggards RV Campground

    Easy access and quiet

    My grandson and I stayed there in June for 4 days in a 34ft travel trailer in a pull thru long enough not to have to unhook. The sites were large and plenty of room for my slideout and not too close to next site. About 30 min from Pueblo and 30 from Canon City on Hwy 50 just east of Hwy 115 Full hookup and good WiFi Also had 30 OTA channels. Beautiful sunsets of the mountains Hwy 50 close by but traffic was not loud enough to disturb us Horses on the property as well as a swimming pool and very friendly staff Very nice experience and only 40 min from Colorado Springs or Royal Gorge.

  • N
    Apr. 23, 2020

    Colorado Campground

    Good location

    Colorado campground is situated outside of Woodland Park (10 minute drive) and right next to Manitou lake.  This is a great area central to the Pikes Peak wilderness area so many trails are nearby and activities while still being close to civilization if you forget something or choose to eat-out.  The CG itself is large, but the sites are well spaced apart...it is a primitive CG with picnic table, fire-pit and gravel pull through or back-in spots.  There are water spigots, vault toilets and garbage cans equally dispersed throughout.  In the summer they have an educational series also on the weekends of various nature/wildlife "seminars" that are great for the kids in their small amphitheater, although i don't know how frequent they are scheduled.  As others have stated its a short walk to the lake for fishing and canoeing if you choose.  The CG is well maintained and hosts are friendly.

  • Mikaela R.
    Jul. 1, 2017

    Indian Creek Equestrian Campground

    Beautiful and close in!

    My folks bought property you can ride to Indian Creek from. Love this area!!! Lots of beautiful trails, close to Denver and very peaceful. Bring your ponies, its an equestrian campground!

  • Amber J.
    Jun. 4, 2018

    Mueller State Park Campground

    Nice trees, large sites, excellent toilet and showers!

    Great location within Colorado's Mueller State Park. Easy access to trails, visitor center, and scenic drives. Nice large site with level gravel tent pad, large table, and nice fire pit. Nearby sites seemed to be a good distance away.

  • Steph A.
    Jul. 12, 2018

    Indian Creek Equestrian Campground

    Beautiful scenery

    Indian Creek is lush and wooded, while still being close to Denver. The drive in is easy, following a paved road most of the way. Great spot for car camping. The Indian Creek trail system is ideal for mountain biking or running, with access to the Colorado Trail running through it as well.

Guide to Manitou Springs

Horse camping in Colorado offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and equestrian-friendly facilities, making it a perfect getaway for horse enthusiasts.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • The Peregrine Pines FamCamp provides electric hookups and drinking water, ensuring a comfortable stay for both horses and riders.
  • At Colorado Campground, campers can enjoy spacious sites with easy access for horse trailers, making it a convenient choice for equestrian camping.
  • The Historic Triple B Ranch features horse rings and stables, catering specifically to those traveling with horses.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • The Cripple Creek KOA is close to scenic trails perfect for horseback riding, allowing campers to explore the beautiful mountain terrain.
  • Round Mountain offers access to trails designated for OHV use, providing a thrilling experience for those who enjoy riding in diverse landscapes.
  • Campers at Matukat Road Dispersed Camping can enjoy the tranquility of nature while riding through open spaces surrounded by stunning views.

Tips for equestrian camping near Manitou Springs, Colorado

  • When visiting The Meadow Campground — Cheyenne Mountain, be sure to reserve your spot in advance, especially during peak season, to secure a site that accommodates horses.
  • At Spillway Campground, bring your own firewood and water, as amenities can be limited, ensuring a smooth camping experience.
  • The Colorado Campground is well-reviewed for its clean facilities and friendly camp hosts, making it a reliable choice for equestrian campers.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Manitou Springs, CO is Mueller State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 61 reviews.

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