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Best Equestrian Camping near Lake Sidney Lanier

102 Reviews

Horse-friendly camping options are limited but present in the Lake Sidney Lanier region. Liberty Stables offers 5 tent and RV sites with drinking water, fire rings, picnic tables, and toilets with showers. The campground allows alcohol but does not permit pets. Georgia International Horse Park provides RV camping with toilets, showers, and drinking water. Reservations are accepted at both locations, though neither offers dedicated horse corrals according to the available data. The primitive camping areas typically fill quickly during peak season.

Located approximately 30 miles from Lake Lanier, R-Ranch In The Mountains offers a members-only resort with tent, RV and cabin accommodations that welcome horses. The ranch provides electric and water hookups with thirty-amp service, sewer connections, showers and toilets. Fires are permitted and firewood is available on-site. Hard Labor Creek State Park, though further from the lake, features more developed camping options with fifty-amp electric hookups, water connections, showers, and picnic tables. Campers should call ahead to confirm current horse policies as amenities and rules may change seasonally. Most equestrian-friendly campgrounds in the region require advance reservations, especially during spring and fall riding seasons.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Lake Sidney Lanier (11)

    1. 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!"

    2. James Shackleford Memorial Park

    1 Review
    Auburn, GA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 963-4002

    "Not much to say about it pretty much all the sites around the lake area the same in Hall county Gwinnett it was very peaceful nice people was able to find plenty of outdoor stuff to do hope other people"

    3. Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground

    31 Reviews
    Rutledge, GA
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 557-3001

    $20 - $650 / night

    "There’s two lakes there but you need to take a short drive to get to the swimming beach and to better fishing. Golf course looks great, and  equestrian camping looked great too."

    "There are hiking trails, kayak rentals, a beach area (swimming) and two nice lakes! There are equestrian trails and even an equestrian campground!"

    4. Trackrock Campground & Cabins

    22 Reviews
    Blairsville, GA
    44 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."

    "This park has amazing views of the surrounding mountains. Lots of shade. It has an equestrian area where you can book horseback rides."

    5. Timber Ridge Resort

    1 Review
    Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests, GA
    32 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."

    6. Cherokee Campground

    6 Reviews
    Sautee Nacoochee, GA
    41 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!"

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

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

    8. Liberty Stables

    3 Reviews
    Social Circle, GA
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 464-5072

    $35 - $40 / night

    "Quiet, beautiful acres with horses, ponies, goats, sheep, and chickens. Fire-pit included! Book your stay and leave them some love."

    "Will definitely stay there again as our granddaughters live nearby! Highly recommend!"

    9. Camp Woodruff Boy Scout Summer Camp

    2 Reviews
    Culberson, NC
    49 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."

    10. Georgia International Horse Park

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    Conyers, GA
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 860-4190
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102 Reviews of 11 Lake Sidney Lanier Campgrounds

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • c
    Jun. 12, 2019

    Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground

    Horse owner or golfer this is the place for you and it’s only 45 minutes fr

    Nice campground, bathhouses exceptionally clean. Camped on a Sunday and Monday and was so peaceful with all of nature’s  sounds. There’s two lakes there but you need to take a short drive to get to the swimming beach and to better fishing. Golf course looks great, and  equestrian camping looked great too. Lots of easy hiking trails to explore.  A very  short drive from Atlanta make this campground a nice weekend camping getaway

  • 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...

  • George & Patty C.
    Jul. 22, 2018

    Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground

    PERFECT GETAWAY!

    We have camped at this beautiful park NUMEROUS times and there is a reason that we keep coming back (actually there are multiple reasons)!

    HLC has an amazing staff that is there when you need them and not there when you don't! The camp hosts are friendly, the Ranger rides through on a regular basis and is friendly/outgoing (you can tell that he enjoys his job)!

    The campground is not cramped at all and most of the sites are spread apart to provide privacy!

    Not long ago, as many of the GA State Parks are doing, HLC swapped over to "site-specific" reservations..meaning that you must choose a particular site when reserving. This is VERY useful if you're familiar with the campground and have a favorite site (such as we do) but it can be a shot in the dark if you're not familiar with the campground.

    The bath houses/comfort stations are brand new (including laundry rooms) and the camp hosts keep them spotless! The campground roads are newly paved and there are a couple of new sites.

    There are hiking trails, kayak rentals, a beach area (swimming) and two nice lakes! There are equestrian trails and even an equestrian campground!

    The park has numerous cottages to rent, a group shelter, picnic pavilions and even a mini-golf course (newly renovated)!

    Not far from the campground (in Rutledge, GA) there is a Dollar general in case you forgot something that the park store doesn't have.

    If you've never visited this beautiful park, ou are missing out on one of our hidden gems!

  • George & Patty C.
    Jun. 4, 2017

    Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground

    Far enough away, yet...

    Hard Labor Creek State Park is one of the Georgia State Park system's best kept secrets! Located just minutes away from Rutledge, GA, HLC seems like a whole world away! Away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, HLC is still convenient to Rutledge and Madison, in case you forgot to pack something.

    HLC features hiking trails, mini golf, newly "renovated" campsites that include two BRAND new bathhouses (comfort stations). The comfort stations have restrooms/showers, as well as two family restroom/shower facilities. The comfort stations also feature vending machines (drinks) and a laundry facility!

    Kayak rentals, a beach/swimming area and numerous special programs are available!

    Cell phone service is very spotty in the park but that is alright with us, camping is about getting AWAY and enjoying the outdoors, not staring at your electronic devices!

    If golf is your thing, HLC has a beautiful 18-hole golf course!

Guide to Lake Sidney Lanier

Horse camping near Lake Sidney Lanier in Georgia offers a unique blend of scenic trails and equestrian-friendly facilities, perfect for riders looking to explore the great outdoors.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy the beautiful trails at Don Carter State Park Campground, where you can ride alongside the stunning views of Lake Sidney Lanier.
  • Experience the serene environment at Trackrock Campground & Cabins, which features horse-friendly trails and a picturesque lake for fishing.
  • Visit Liberty Stables, a working horse farm that offers a peaceful setting and opportunities to interact with farm animals.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Lake Sidney Lanier is Don Carter State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 35 reviews.

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