Tuckahoe State Park offers equestrian camping near Milford, Delaware with access to dedicated horse trails throughout the park's extensive terrain. Located on Maryland's mid-Eastern Shore, the campground provides specialized facilities for riders including water access points strategically placed for horse hydration. The campground sits approximately 40 minutes from Annapolis while maintaining proximity to nearby towns for supplies and amenities.
What to do
Kayaking on Tuckahoe Creek: Visitors at Martinak State Park Campground can access the water directly from the campground. "Campsites and bathrooms are clean. Beautiful waterfront great for kayaking and water sports. No real hiking trails. Overall small quiet campground," notes Laura M. The park offers canoe rentals for those who don't bring their own equipment.
Trail exploration: The extensive network of trails in the region supports multiple activities. At Trap Pond State Park Campground, "We spent a long weekend with family at Trap Pond State Park Campground and loved the hiking trail (Bob Trail). It can also be used for biking. Our dogs loved the hike. Since it's just about all in the shade it wasn't bad for them," says James P. The shaded trails make summer exploration more comfortable.
Disc golf courses: Several parks in the region offer disc golf opportunities. One camper at Martinak State Park mentioned, "Martinak and Tuckahoe are sister parks, about 20 minutes apart. Tuckahoe offers a number of additional activities, including disc golf, mountain biking, fishing, swimming, and boating (canoe/kayak rentals available)."
What campers like
Spacious, level sites: Campers consistently praise the site quality at Delaware Seashore State Park Campground. "Sites were level and paved along with some sand and grass. Also a picnic table—no fire rings at the sites, but there were a couple campfire areas scattered around the park," reports Gayle B. The level sites accommodate various camping setups.
Clean facilities: The restroom and shower facilities at Lums Pond State Park Campground receive consistently high marks. "The bath house was absolutely immaculate, and the design made even my public-bathroom-phobic sister-in-law comfortable and at ease," writes Mark. Another camper noted "Great bath houses, always super clean."
Private campsites: At Blackbird State Forest Campground, campers appreciate the solitude. "Only 8 sites in the campground, very spaced apart. Each site has lots of room, very much enjoyed our stay and will return!" says Sarah M. Another camper mentioned, "The camp sites are spaced out a good amount so each site has good privacy."
What you should know
Water access considerations: At some parks, water amenities change seasonally. One camper at Martinak State Park noted, "August 1, 2021, the boat ramp will close for a year; that will likely diminish the appeal of this park for those who want to get out on the river for fishing or boating." Always check current conditions before planning water activities.
Weather preparedness: The coastal location means wind can be a factor. At Delaware Seashore, one camper shared, "We got a site to stay on our way through to OBX. We booked and arrived after hours, which wasn't an issue as they were like 3% occupied. Sites were pretty level (within 2 inches) and had centrally located bathhouse. The winds were nuts and over 50mph. We switched sites to spare our slide side, so caution to look at windy before going."
Site selection importance: Not all sites accommodate larger setups. A camper at Tuckahoe State Park warned, "We booked site 21, blind. The web site does not say site 21 is extremely small. We have a 25' camper, and it barely fit, length and with were an issue. The firepit was about 3-4 feet from our door. No camp fires as it was not safe."
Tips for camping with families
Free bike rentals: Trap Pond State Park offers complimentary bicycle usage. "Bike rentals are free (donations accepted), there are several hiking/biking/horse trails, disc golf, and canoe/kayak/peddle boat rentals (in season)," reports Lee D. This amenity helps families explore without additional expense.
Playground access: When booking at Sun Outdoors Frontier Town, consider proximity to play areas. "The playground is large and modern," notes one camper at Delaware Seashore. At Frontier Town, "This campground is very family friendly. There is so much to do. If you do go make sure you go for a week so you can try to do it all," advises Wilson G.
Educational opportunities: Several parks offer junior ranger programs. At Martinak State Park, "If you're looking to learn and explore with your kids, there is an extensive junior ranger program." These structured activities help children connect with the natural environment.
Tips from RVers
Hookup locations: At some sites, utilities placement requires planning. One RVer at Lums Pond noted, "We arrived to find what seemed more like a large field! Very few trees, not much shade at all! The site offered electric and water but they were on 2 different sides. This made it difficult to set up. Had to park the camper crooked to use both."
Reservation timing: Popular equestrian campgrounds near Milford fill quickly. "Book early because it fills up fast!" advises Ellen B. about Lums Pond. Most state parks allow reservations months in advance.
Site specifications: Research site dimensions before booking. At Delaware Seashore, one camper observed, "Sites were a bit tight; I believe online it says they're 45x30 but I find that hard to believe. Our trailer is almost 38 feet and we only had a little room left over."
