2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Vero Beach Equestrian Club provides dedicated horse camping facilities for riders seeking convenient access to riding trails near Port St. Lucie. The campground offers nine RV sites with 30-amp electric hookups and water connections. Horse owners can use the property's riding areas and facilities while staying overnight with their equine companions. The flat, level sites accommodate various RV sizes with ample space for horse trailers. The campground maintains clean grounds and provides easy access to equestrian amenities. Visitors consistently rate the property with 5-star reviews for its well-maintained equestrian facilities.
Located approximately 20 miles north of Port St. Lucie, the DuPuis Campground offers primitive tent camping near equestrian trails. This free camping area requires advance registration with the South Florida Water Management District for entry permits. Each campsite includes a fire pit and picnic table with shade trees throughout the area. Sites surround a central pond and accommodate up to two vehicles, two tents, and six people per site. Equestrians access nearby horse trails via a short connector path maintained by the Florida Trail Association. While the family campground itself has composting toilets, riders can use shower facilities at the nearby equestrian campsite. The combination lock gate requires the code provided with camping permits for security.
"The cost of camping in Florida isn't cheap though this one actually had the value in it given that you could also rent boats and paddle up river alongside manatees to the wild man encampment."
"Jonathon Dickinson SP, Jupiter Florida Dickinson SP Large park with miles of paved and off road trails for biking and hiking."
Available this weekend
from $26 / night
"Gravel road to get there Nice little place if you like hiking horse riding biking They offer a lot of trails They do have hike in camp and horse camp You’re gonna have to do your homework for the details"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $26 - $95 / night
"The sites surround a pond. I didn't use the compost toilet so I don't have an opinion. I couldn't locate the faucet, but supposedly there is one."
"All the sites are wrapped around a pond. Palm trees and all kinds of other shrubbery are throughout the campground. There are a couple of small alligators 🐊 in the pond and some big ole turtles 🐢."
"Ranked as an International Dark Sky campsite, this is one of the few in Florida that have this recognition."
"Very remote with thousands of acres of nature surrounding you. The sky at night is spectacular. The astronomers love this park."
Available this weekend
from $16 / night
"Vero Beach Equestrian Club is new to the Dyrt and accepting reservations! Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!"
Available this weekend
from $40 - $80 / night
"Quiet, relaxing, good trails that lead over to Hickory Hammock campground. Audrey is a excellent camp host. They keep it very clean and is very helpful in showing you the campsites."
"If you aren’t familiar with central Florida summers, which is about 11 1/2 months of the year it’s hot, humid, and loaded with bugs. We also have great wildlife."
"Ranger led walks & swamp buggy rides. Awesome isolation, so hit the grocery before you camp here. Dark zone is great for telescopes."
TravelerMy family stayed at the park for a long weekend. Great park, but the vendor contract expired and a new one hasn’t been chosen. Because of this, canoe rentals, firewood, ice, etc. are not available in the park. Thankfully Publix is just up the road. We will be back, but not until the vendor situation is resolved.
RangerThis site is very neat. You'll have to drive about 5 miles on an unpaved road to get to the sites. 30A hookup and water. I visited during the week in August and it was pretty empty. Nice and quiet. Lots of trails and wildlife.
RangerOverall a pleasant experience, especially for only my second trip in the RV. My lot was mostly clean, had plenty of space for my truck and 30ft trailer, and had everything I needed. I was expecting a more peaceful trip out in nature, but about 12 people were camping in the lot beside me with their dog off-leash, so there were some moments of frustration with noise and my dog, who is leashed as expected. The observation tower was closed and basically all concessions/tours were as well, but it was still nice to get on some trails.
GuideCampground in & amongst trees & scrub brush. Easy RV back-in parking. Also, tent sites. Clean laundry & bathroom facilities, including hot showers. Dump station & potable water available. Ranger led walks & swamp buggy rides. Awesome isolation, so hit the grocery before you camp here. Dark zone is great for telescopes. The road in is a little bit washboard, so just slow down & allow extra time. 2 week maximum stay. Rangers helpful & friendly.
GuideGravel road to get there Nice little place if you like hiking horse riding biking They offer a lot of trails They do have hike in camp and horse camp You’re gonna have to do your homework for the details
ScoutWell, the camp host wants you to check in at exactly 12pm even though the website says nothing about this. He was a little irritated with our group not getting there till 8pm even though we had drove 9hrs and had issues. Spray your legs with bug spray, bad sand fleas or something. Train goes by constantly all hours. Still, for a free campsite, it's a decent stop over.
GuideThis place is so cool. All the sites are wrapped around a pond. Palm trees and all kinds of other shrubbery are throughout the campground. There are a couple of small alligators 🐊 in the pond and some big ole turtles 🐢. The campground host is very nice. They check out your reservation and leave you alone. I say, check it out. It's free. 👍
TravelerWe stayed in Pine Grove loop. Long and wide sites with very easy access for backing and parking. Hookups very convenient and accessible. Sites are divided by vegetation providing a sense of privacy between neighboring sites, which are placed well apart from each other.
GuideI only spent one night there, but it’s a small and peaceful campground with shaded spots. I lucked out with a good view of the nearby prairie, and woke up to a beautiful sunset with tall grasses and bird song. The listing says excellent coverage for T-Mobile but my phone alternated between one bar and no service at all.
Port St. Lucie equestrian campers have limited but notable options for horse-friendly camping in the region. The Vero Beach Equestrian Club provides specialized camping facilities with water hookups and 30-amp electrical connections across its 9 sites. While no dedicated horse corrals are listed among its amenities, the facility caters specifically to equestrian visitors with trailer parking and proximity to riding areas. Reviews note the campground has received a perfect 5-star rating from visitors appreciating its focus on equestrian needs. Though compact in size, the campground offers RV accommodation in a setting designed for horse enthusiasts rather than general campers.
Horseback riding opportunities extend throughout the region with several conservation areas allowing trail access. DuPuis Campground provides free camping with primitive amenities and proximity to equestrian trails, though its family campground section doesn't include dedicated horse facilities. The nearby J.W. Corbett Wildlife Management Area offers primitive camping with space for both tents and RVs in a natural setting suitable for trail riders. Equestrians should note that most campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly during winter months when northern visitors increase demand for horse-friendly camping options. The more developed Jonathan Dickinson State Park offers extensive trail systems for day riding but limited horse camping infrastructure compared to dedicated equestrian facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Port St. Lucie, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Port St. Lucie, FL is Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park with a 4.7-star rating from 63 reviews.
What is the best site to find equestrian camping near Port St. Lucie, FL?
TheDyrt.com has all 9 equestrian camping locations near Port St. Lucie, FL, with real photos and reviews from campers.
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