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Best Equestrian Camping near Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests

153 Reviews

Bristol Fields Horse Camp accommodates equestrian camping with basic facilities in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest region. Located near Hayesville, North Carolina, this primitive horse camp features individual sites with picnic tables and vault toilets but lacks drinking water and electrical hookups. The grounds are designed specifically for tent camping with horses, providing direct access to forest riding trails. Sites accommodate both horses and camping equipment, though no dedicated horse corrals are present in the facilities.

Nearby trails connect riders to multiple forest routes within the Nantahala National Forest network. Standing Indian Campground, approximately 20 miles southeast, offers additional camping options with trash service and access to drinking water. Most equestrian campsites in the region require riders to bring their own containment systems for horses, as dedicated corrals are limited throughout the forest system. Many horse campers use highlines or portable corrals at their sites. Trail systems throughout the area feature varied terrain suitable for different riding experience levels, with most trails well-maintained during the April to October camping season.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests (19)

    1. Trackrock Campground & Cabins

    22 Reviews
    Blairsville, GA
    14 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."

    2. Don Carter State Park Campground

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

    $25 - $225 / 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!"

    3. Cherokee Campground

    6 Reviews
    Sautee Nacoochee, GA
    12 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!"

    4. Timber Ridge Resort

    1 Review
    Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests, GA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 865-0495

    "There is lots of shade and a beautiful lake. Staff were very friendly and helpful. One helped me get our rig backed safely in to our site."

    5. R-Ranch In The Mountains - Member's Only Resort

    1 Review
    Suches, GA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 864-6444

    6. Standing Indian Campground

    19 Reviews
    Otto, NC
    35 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."

    7. Oconee State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Tamassee, SC
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 638-5353

    "There are primitive, walk-in sites that had the benefit of added privacy, but with 3 little kids, bathroom proximity was a higher priority this time around. "

    "There are multiple cabins scattered around the lake but they are a good distance apart from each other so you won't be disturbed by your neighbors."

    8. Camp Woodruff Boy Scout Summer Camp

    2 Reviews
    Culberson, NC
    25 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."

    9. Hurricane Creek Camp

    4 Reviews
    Otto, NC
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 689-9694

    $6 / night

    "This spot is so perfect, it has a nice little river that runs near by the camp that you can wash dishes and bathe in with the perfect noise not to loud not to silent to hear the highway near this camp,"

    "Walked a long ways and never saw another spot. Lots of rocks, creeks and tight spots to make for a fun time."

    10. Bristol Fields Horse Camp

    1 Review
    Hayesville, NC
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 837-5152

    "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."

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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.

  • Phyllis B.
    May. 19, 2019

    Willis Knob Horse Camp

    Willis Knob Horse Camp

    There are nine campsites.  Sturdy highline posts are provided but you need to bring your own ropes and other highland gear. Vault toilets are provided but no shower facilities. Campsites each offer electric and water hookups, nice tent pads, lantern hooks, and big picnic tables. This is a very nice horse camp facility. Well maintained and clean. Trails are wonderful and well-constructed to avoid deep mud. My only complaint is the lack of really good, accurate trail maps to print out and carry with you of the horse trails on both the Georgia and South Carolina sides of the river. This is my new favorite mountain horse camp.

  • 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.

  • 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...

  • 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.

Guide to Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests

Horse camping near Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests in Georgia offers a unique blend of scenic trails and equestrian-friendly facilities, perfect for both seasoned riders and newcomers alike.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • At Bristol Fields Horse Camp, enjoy direct access to horse and hiking trails that provide a great vertical workout amidst beautiful surroundings.
  • Trackrock Campground & Cabins features trails on-site, making it easy to explore the area with your horse while enjoying the stunning mountain views.
  • R-Ranch In The Mountains offers horseback riding opportunities along with a picturesque setting, perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Equestrian campgrounds include essential amenities

  • Bristol Fields Horse Camp provides tie-out poles and ample space for horse trailer parking, ensuring a comfortable stay for equestrian visitors.
  • Trackrock Campground & Cabins is equipped with clean facilities and a welcoming atmosphere, making it a favorite among horse campers.
  • R-Ranch In The Mountains features electric hookups and firewood availability, enhancing the camping experience for those traveling with horses.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like trails and facilities

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests is Trackrock Campground & Cabins with a 4.5-star rating from 22 reviews.

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