Best Equestrian Camping near Blue Ridge, GA

Cottonwood Patch Campground specifically accommodates equestrians with dedicated horse corrals on its grounds near Blue Ridge, Georgia. The campground offers level camping spots with picnic tables and maintains a pit toilet facility for visitors. Located on the water, this primitive horse camp provides access to numerous trails in the Cohutta Wilderness, making it ideal for riders planning multi-day excursions. While primarily designed as a launching point for horseback riding adventures, the campground welcomes tent and RV campers as well. The sites accommodate large vehicles with ample space for horse trailers. Campers note the campground tends to attract numerous horse owners, with many equestrians setting up campers and tying their horses near their vehicles.

The Cohutta Wilderness trail system connects directly to Cottonwood Patch, offering extensive riding opportunities on both horse-only and mixed-use trails. Jacks River Fields Campground provides another equestrian option in the area with two horse paddocks available for overnight campers. This quiet, secluded campground connects to the Benton McKaye Trail and features creekside camping with toilet facilities and trash collection. The campground's layout includes a dedicated horse camp section on one side and creek access camping on the other. Water access is readily available for horses through streams adjacent to both campgrounds. During weekdays, particularly outside peak seasons, equestrian campers often find these facilities uncrowded, sometimes having the entire campground to themselves.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Blue Ridge, Georgia (19)

    1. Jacks River Fields Campground — Chattahoochee Oconee National Forest

    3 Reviews
    Cherry Log, GA
    12 miles

    $5 / night

    "There’s a hiking trail that connects to the Benton McKaye just across from campsite and if you are a bringing horses there are two paddocks for them as well."

    "Please be kind and do not leave trash behind."

    2. Camp Woodruff Boy Scout Summer Camp

    2 Reviews
    Culberson, NC
    11 miles
    Website

    $10 - $25 / night

    "As an Eagle Scout from around this area, this was our go-to place for summer camp and occasional other camping trips as well."

    3. Trackrock Campground & Cabins

    22 Reviews
    Blairsville, GA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 745-2420

    "Great campground surrounded by the beauty of the North Georgia mountains. Also a working horse farm so be sure and schedule a guided horseback ride. Full hookup sites that are private."

    "Good sized campground tucked into the mountains. I brought my dog with me and had a great time. There is a lake that you can fish in, stables to ride horses, and hiking trails on the campground."

    4. Gee Creek Campground — Hiwassee/Ocoee Scenic River State Park

    29 Reviews
    Delano, TN
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 263-0050

    $35 - $85 / night

    "Bath house is relatively nice for a state park campground. 1 mile walking path surrounding the grounds is nice. Safe area for bicycle riding. Great proximity to many outdoor activities."

    "The site is surrounded by trees and connects to the nature trail which goes down to the Hiwasee, so there can be some mild foot traffic nearby. It's simple, with a firepit and maybe picnic tables."

    5. Hickey Gap (Cohutta WMA)

    4 Reviews
    Crandall, GA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 695-6736

    "This was a beautiful little spot next to a creek. There are 5 sites in all. It was a Monday in August, and there were two spots available."

    "There is a beautiful waterfall about a mile down trail from camp and tons of great swimming areas!"

    6. Cottonwood Patch Campground

    2 Reviews
    Cisco, GA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 695-6736

    $8 / night

    "A lot of equestrians stay here but anyone can. It does have a pit toilet that was maintained."

    7. Don Carter State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    Lula, GA
    46 miles
    +1 (678) 450-7726

    $25 - $375 / night

    "Situated at the far north end of Lake Lanier, this Georgia state park is awesome! One of the best things about it for RV/trailer camping is the huge distance between camp sites!"

    "This is Georgia's newest state park (2013) and it is a beautiful park! The staff is great and there is plenty to see/do!"

    8. Standing Indian Campground

    19 Reviews
    Otto, NC
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 524-6441

    $26 - $100 / night

    "The entrance to this park is right across the street to an entrance to the Appalachian Trail. A beautiful trout stream runs through the park, close to all the campsites."

    "Our site was about 30 feet away from the Nantahala river. The bathrooms and showers were spotless. Keep in mind that it’s far from any store or restaurant so bring food along. No cell service."

    9. Cherokee Campground

    6 Reviews
    Sautee Nacoochee, GA
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 878-2267

    "Very secluded, awesome staff and close to activities to keep you entertained all day. The facilities are very clean also , a major plus!"

    10. Lost Corral Horse Camp

    1 Review
    Delano, TN
    29 miles
    Website

    "This is a campground for horses, you don't have a direct view of the water, but do have access to it"

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  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 24, 2025

    Don Carter State Park Campground

    Great Trailer Camping

    What a great park! Situated at the far north end of Lake Lanier, this Georgia state park is awesome! One of the best things about it for RV/trailer camping is the huge distance between camp sites! Had a spot about 35yds from the shore next to a wooded area. Super clean everywhere around the park. There is a beach and equestrian center, boating, fishing and a bunch of trails for hiking both dirt and paved. About an hour from where I live and I’ll be back!

  • D
    Oct. 17, 2022

    Trackrock Campground & Cabins

    Beautiful Area

    Great campground surrounded by the beauty of the North Georgia mountains. Also a working horse farm so be sure and schedule a guided horseback ride. Full hookup sites that are private. Campground also has bathhouse and laundry facilities.

  • George & Patty C.
    Aug. 19, 2018

    Don Carter State Park Campground

    HOT, HOT, HOT!!!

    This is Georgia's newest state park (2013) and it is a beautiful park! The staff is great and there is plenty to see/do! The park is located on Lake Lanier with plenty of opportunities for fishing, swimming and boating! There's even a fish cleaning station (located near the main boat ramp entrance).

    There are hiking trails, geocaches, a beach area, picnic shelters, cottages and a brand new equestrian trail system!

    As far as camping goes, there are primitive tent/hammock sites and an RV campground. The RV campground features all paved campsites so it would be tough camping in a tent (no way to stake your tent).

    Now, the ASPHALT is part of the reason for the review's title, coupled with the fact that this is a new park and tree coverage is a bit sparse for the time being. Once the canopy fills out, it will be shady.

    We camped in our trusty pop up camper so direct sun is always an issue (non-insulated bunk ends) but a travel trailer/RV would probably fare well (as far as temp goes).

    We'll be back but in the Fall when it is a bit cooler!

    The campground hosts were friendly and they kept the bath houses/laundry facilities spotless!

    This is a beautiful park and we highly recommend it, in the proper weather or camper!

  • Olivia W.
    May. 19, 2024

    Trackrock Campground & Cabins

    Perfect campground tucked in the mountains

    Good sized campground tucked into the mountains. I brought my dog with me and had a great time. There is a lake that you can fish in, stables to ride horses, and hiking trails on the campground. We heard some people on dirt bikes on the trails too.

  • Suzie F.
    May. 4, 2019

    Trackrock Campground & Cabins

    Beautiful mountain park.

    This park has amazing views of the surrounding mountains. Lots of shade. It has an equestrian area where you can book horseback rides. The people that run the park are very friendly and accommodating. Lots of hiking trails both in the park and outside of the park. There were only 2 negatives that we had on this trip. One was our first encounter with "stink bugs". They were everywhere and you couldn't keep them out of the RV. When we got home to Florida we were still killing them inside the RV for almost 5 months! The other negative is that hurricane Micheal was barreling for Florida before our stay was up at Trackrock. We had to cut our stay short so that we wouldn't be driving through a hurricane.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 23, 2019

    Bristol Fields Horse Camp

    No horsin around

    I visited Bristol Fields for a planned primitive camping event with a group. I’m glad I arrived in daylight because my first drive in on the approximately 4 mile stretch of dirt and gravel road was a little nerve racking. Mostly because I wasn’t 100% sure I was going the correct way and second because there are some nice drop offs from the road. It is a wide road (about 1 1/2 lane)but passing in some areas would be interesting. Stay right and you will find the sign. The campground is primarily for horse oriented camping. It is split into three areas. The first section to the right as you pull in is the area we set up in. Then there is a long field that is obviously for horse trailer parking and camping with tie out poles included. There is a small tree break prior to the last area which has the pit style latrine and a large field for camping use. This whole area is bordered by a nice cold stream that is excellent for soaking your sore muscles in after a horse ride or hike. There is direct access to horse and hiking trails that are not extremely scenic (as in no long views until you get to the top) but will give you a good vertical workout. You can run or bike ride on the road too. There are several large fire pit areas throughout and a fire circle with wood chairs in the main area. There were five of us, three tent campers and two in vans and we had plenty of room to set up. The gravel center with picnic table worked well as our “kitchen” and dining area. Once parked my vehicle didn’t move again until it was time to leave. Total black at night meant excellent star gazing and the creek was the loudest thing out there. It did seem to be a young adult destination in the evenings, but they left when they saw that the site was occupied. A nice feature someone created was a “dam” of rocks with a round pool to sit in. Excellent get away with no electronics to speak of.

  • Asher K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2017

    Cottonwood Patch Campground

    Horses

    This campground is definitely designed to be a launching point for those wishing to go horseback riding in the Cohutta Wilderness. We stopped through here on our way to go backpacking in the area. There were several large sites with campers on them and almost everyone had horses tied up near their vehicles. There is an outhouse on the site but it does not appear like there is any regular upkeep being done. There are many really nice trails in the area and several are designated horse only so if you own a horse this is a great option that is very close to the trailheads. Another nice feature of this site is that it is right on the water so that provides a nice atmosphere. Overall though it still smelled like horses and unless that is what you are going for I would not suggest setting up a tent here. Instead go down the road to some of the campgrounds more set up for tents or just head into the backcountry and take up one of the MANY free sites that aren't too long of a hike in.

  • J
    Dec. 3, 2020

    Trackrock Campground & Cabins

    Tranquility

    This place has absolutely breathtaking views, nice lake, well stocked little office store, nice game room, did not do the equestrian part, but I’m sure it’s well worth it.. town is not far and has some good shopping and local restaurants. Definitely worth the trip...

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 17, 2024

    Cottonwood Patch Campground

    Fairly primitive

    Level spots with picnic tables. Not directly on the river but is accessible. A lot of equestrians stay here but anyone can. It does have a pit toilet that was maintained.


Guide to Blue Ridge

Equestrian camping near Blue Ridge, Georgia offers access to extensive trail networks through the Cohutta Wilderness. The Blue Ridge area sits at elevations between 1,700-4,000 feet, creating moderate temperatures even during summer months when lowland Georgia experiences intense heat. Many horse camps in this region connect directly to wilderness trails, with some sites accommodating trailers up to 40 feet in length.

What to do

**Fishing opportunities: Fish for trout in the streams adjacent to Hickey Gap Campground, which provides free camping with basic amenities. "Very nice CG with picnic tables, pit toilet and trash can. I saw 3 copper heads at the creek," notes Bob P.

**Waterfall hiking: Access scenic waterfalls within walking distance of campsites at several equestrian-friendly locations. "There's a beautiful waterfall about a mile down trail from camp and tons of great swimming areas!" says John B. about Hickey Gap.

**Trail riding: Connect to the Benton McKaye Trail from Jacks River Fields Campground, which accommodates both equestrian and non-equestrian campers. "We love this campsite! The first time we camped here, we were the only ones at the whole site... There's a hiking trail that connects to the Benton McKaye just across from campsite and if you are a bringing horses there are two paddocks for them as well," reports Liz B.

What campers like

**Spacious campsites: Track Rock Campground offers well-separated sites that provide privacy and room for horse trailers. "We stayed on hilltop section of the campground. Road needs some work sites aren't super level but it was ok. There was a nice covered pavillion by us. Full hookup and wifi," shares Kathy C.

**Creek access: Many equestrian camps feature water access for both camping enjoyment and horse watering. "We were the only campers around and we had an amazing time! Picked a spot right beside a stream. Pretty cold in the mornings but serenity is bliss!" says Sarah N. about Jacks River Fields Campground.

**Secluded atmosphere: Standing Indian Campground provides a peaceful environment away from crowds, especially on weekdays. "We stayed here for three nights and loved it! Beautiful location in the Appalachians with trails and streams all around. Lots of fine back country drives too; up to the Albert Mtn lookout on the AT and lovely waterfalls. Nice quiet campsites," explains Jack E.

What you should know

**Primitive facilities: Most equestrian campgrounds offer basic amenities with pit toilets rather than full facilities. "This campground is definitely designed to be a launching point for those wishing to go horseback riding in the Cohutta Wilderness... There is an outhouse on the site but it does not appear like there is any regular upkeep being done," notes Asher K. about Cottonwood Patch Campground.

**Variable site conditions: Terrain and site quality vary significantly between campgrounds. "Level spots with picnic tables. Not directly on the river but is accessible. A lot of equestrians stay here but anyone can. It does have a pit toilet that was maintained," reports Bob P. about Cottonwood Patch Campground.

**Bear safety: Follow proper food storage protocols as bears are active in the area. "There was a pit toilet with plenty of toilet paper and it was quite clean. There's also a bear box and signs clearly indicating there are bears around and that you should keep all food in your vehicle or use the box," warns Mike H. about Hickey Gap.

Tips for camping with families

**Swimming spots: Look for campgrounds with creek or lake access for family water activities. "The headwaters of the Nantaha River flow through the campground providing a gathering place for families to enjoy playing in a cold mountain stream," describes Nancy R. at Standing Indian Campground.

**Playground access: Don Carter State Park offers family-friendly amenities beyond typical horse camps. "We love this camp ground! Its fairly new, probably under 12 years, and everything is so clean and well taken care of... There is also a beach for the kids to play at as well, very well kept," shares Cameron G.

**Weekday visits: For quieter experiences and better site availability, schedule family trips on weekdays. "Well kept and clean. I was there on Wednesday and no one was there," reports Bob P. about Jacks River Fields Campground.

Tips from RVers

**Access considerations: Some roads to equestrian campgrounds can be challenging for larger rigs. "The road up there is all rock/dirt with a several hundred foot drop-off on the right side and no guardrail. There were a few hairpin turns. And then the driveway to and from the camp area is quite steep. Our 2WD (front wheel drive) Honda Passport struggled to get back up it on our way out," cautions Mike H. about Hickey Gap.

**Site leveling: Prepare for uneven sites at some locations. "Separated, serene lots. First time renting a teardrop trailer and camping in it, lot was tricky for us to back into but we managed and the set up was great with a fire ring, picnic table, potable water and hook up. Also a great view," explains Dallas F. about Track Rock Campground.

**Site selection: Choose larger sites when bringing both horses and RVs. "Nice level lots. Very quiet. The owner is a great person. The bath house is a little dated but always spotless," says Colin M. about Cherokee Campground.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Blue Ridge, GA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Blue Ridge, GA is Jacks River Fields Campground — Chattahoochee Oconee National Forest with a 5-star rating from 3 reviews.

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