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Best Equestrian Camping near Craters of the Moon National Monument

23 Reviews

Horse camping options near Craters of the Moon National Monument are limited with no dedicated equine facilities in the immediate vicinity. Nearby dispersed camping areas like Lake Creek Rd Dispersed accommodate horses with ample space for trailers and room for portable corrals. Located about 70 miles from the monument, this area allows for 3-day stays in the front section and 16-day camping further in. The sites along Lake Creek Road feature level ground suitable for horse trailers and provide access to a small stream where horses can water. Most campsites have established fire rings, though fire restrictions may apply depending on season and conditions.

Lake Creek Rd Dispersed offers proximity to mountain trail systems with no size restrictions for rigs. The dirt road becomes increasingly rough past the small pond area, limiting access for larger horse trailers. Riders can access numerous trails in the nearby Sawtooth National Forest, though no designated bridle paths exist directly from the campground. The area sees limited traffic, creating a quieter environment for horses sensitive to vehicle noise. Mackay Reservoir Access Area, another option in the region, provides more amenities including water hookups and trash service, though no specific horse facilities exist. Pack in all feed and supplies as no horse-specific services are available within 20 miles of these camping locations.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Craters of the Moon National Monument (4)

    1. Honeys Park

    7 Reviews
    Arco, ID
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 309-1678

    "This is a great location. The owner of the property, Scar, is very generous in offering his property for free to stay at to complete strangers. This is dry camping, no water or sewer."

    "He has 2 rules to stay on his property, you need to speak to him before you enter, and you need to come outside and join all the campers at dusk and stand for the Star Spangled Banner."

    2. Mackay Reservoir Access Area - IFG

    3 Reviews
    Mackay, ID
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 756-5400

    "Grear place by lake...some shade availablenice campground!"

    3. Lake Creek Rd Dispersed

    8 Reviews
    Ketchum, ID
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 622-0090

    "The sites further up are away from the others and run along a stream. Still further in, you’ll hit a Y in the road."

    "This forest service land is a quick drive down Lake Creek Rd from Hwy 75 just past the town of Ketchum in the Sawtooth National Forest."

    4. Murdock Creek Dispersed

    5 Reviews
    Ketchum, ID
    49 miles
    Website

    "This is a smaller campground tucked back against the mountains.  Good shade trees.  Close to hiking, fishing and mountain biking.  Campsites have a picnic table, fire ring with grill."

    "The only downside is that the air quality is pretty bad due to fires in the surrounding areas."

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Craters of the Moon National Monument

23 Reviews of 4 Craters of the Moon National Monument Campgrounds

  • R
    Nov. 8, 2020

    Honeys Park

    Great spot

    This is a great location. The owner of the property, Scar, is very generous in offering his property for free to stay at to complete strangers. This is dry camping, no water or sewer. There’s a dump station with water close by off the main highway. He does have a few outlets we saw but didn’t use them. Owner is friendly and generous. We enjoyed the nightly campfire. Read his website before arriving, all he really asks for and be respectful. Craters of the Moon is not too far. We hope to stop by again one day. Idaho is beautiful.

  • bThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 24, 2023

    Lake Creek Rd Dispersed

    Wow! Gorgeous

    The first part of the road allows for 3-day max camping, but a little further in, you’ll hit 16-day max stay! The sites further up are away from the others and run along a stream. Still further in, you’ll hit a Y in the road. The right side leads you to a small parking lot with bathrooms and access to a small pond, the left leads you up to more sites. Not too far past the pond, the dirt road is less smooth and has tall grass growing in the middle of the road. I scored a gorgeous site, with a campfire pit already established. The site overlooks the pond, with the Sun Valley Ski Resort seen in the distance and has a gorgeous Mountain View on the opposite side. Absolutely stunning! Plenty of ground squirrels and butterflies and have only seen 2 cars all day.

  • Amy S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 3, 2021

    Murdock Creek Dispersed

    Beautiful Mountain Area

    This is a smaller campground tucked back against the mountains.  Good shade trees.  Close to hiking, fishing and mountain biking.  Campsites have a picnic table, fire ring with grill.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 7, 2025

    Honeys Park

    Free camping

    I happened upon Honeys Camping area. Scar is the owner of the property and a very kind man. He has 2 rules to stay on his property, you need to speak to him before you enter, and you need to come outside and join all the campers at dusk and stand for the Star Spangled Banner. He does not have any water, but he does have 30 amp electric sites. It is an open field with beautiful views of the mountains. You can get water and also dump your trailer at the free city dump station very close to the campground.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 2, 2021

    Lake Creek Rd Dispersed

    Open Spaces and Free

    This forest service land is a quick drive down Lake Creek Rd from Hwy 75 just past the town of Ketchum in the Sawtooth National Forest. You'll drive through a residential area so mind your speed as there are kids around and lots of cars parked that were crowding into the road a bit as there were construction workers building one of the massive houses along this road. 

    The paved road comes to an end with a large parking or turn around area then turns to a very washboarded dirt/gravel road that runs behind people’s houses so maybe drive a bit slower to keep the dust down until you pass that point. 

    There are multiple areas that are large and mostly flat that pull off the side of this main dirt road. The views are amazing and it seemed quiet. We did not stay here as it was too hot at the time, but we would have because you have nice hiking or biking opportunities here. The pullout spaces are large enough for a good sized rig, we had plenty of space for our 26’ class C. A couple of the sites had stone fire pits but fire restrictions are in effect so no fires at this time.  There are plenty of sites here and they were almost all free when we visited in September.

    There are no amenities here. No garbage or water. You are fully in the sun with no shade. 

    The camping limit is 3 days only. There is one garbage can at near the large turn around/parking area before the road turns to dirt but it was small so just take your trash with you. 

    Good ATT and Verizon cell reception.

  • Bethany W.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 30, 2025

    Lake Creek Rd Dispersed

    Beautiful Solitude

    We were driving through to Stanley, but it got dark before we were able to arrive so we found this spot. We arrived at dark and set up camp at about the 3rd or 4th spot in (3 day camp limit in this area). Woke up to the most wonderful views! Mountains, meadows, flowers, and a creek bed (our section was still dry).

    You can still see peoples homes from this point and the locals seem to utilize the creek trail regularly with off leash dogs. Everyone was respectful keeping their distance except for one lovely lady who was on the phone and not paying ANY attention to where her dog was. She was several hundred feet away chatting it up, walking through our campsite while we had our own pups that we were having to restrain ourselves. Really careless and inconsiderate. Luckily we only saw her that one day as she stated to us they frequent the area.

    Really didn’t encounter a whole lot of other campers. 1 van conversion was there as long as us and we talked to a gentleman in his truck our second day farther up the road when we were exploring the area.

    If you drive to the end (go right when the road Y’s) there’s a crystal clear pond that feeds the creek. It has trout visible, several ducks, there’s a vault toilet, picnic table, and established fire ring with a grate of youd like to utilize it for cooking.

    We were only supposed to stay here one night in our Class C but we stayed the full 3 days because it was just so beautiful! (Farther up the road is a 16 day limit also, you’ll see a sign when it changes).

    We tow a Nissan Altima and it had no problems driving the unpaved road down to the first pond. There’s a second pond (go left at the Y) but we didn’t travel that way.

    No trash, water, or RV dump here but you can find one ~20 min away here: (43.7948535, -114.4216629)

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 7, 2025

    Lake Creek Rd Dispersed

    Perfect spot!!

    Lake Creek Rd is a few miles long with about 15 sites along it. Each site is a good distance apart, we never heard our neighbors. The creek is perfect for dogs and kids to wade in. No bugs, clean, quiet and level for the camper. There’s a small lake further down to fish.

  • Salvy F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 4, 2025

    Lake Creek Rd Dispersed

    Great spot!

    Nice spot close to ketchup! Lots of room for big rigs. Probably 20 or so spots all up the road they were all full buy the evening so come earlier!

  • A
    Sep. 2, 2022

    Murdock Creek Dispersed

    Fall asleep to the sounds of the river

    Murdock campground has been lovely. There are 11 spots each with a picnic table, partial shade, and fire ring. There are two pit toilets and drinking water that is ice cold coming out of the tap. The camp hosts have been absolutely wonderful. The only downside is that the air quality is pretty bad due to fires in the surrounding areas.

Guide to Craters of the Moon National Monument

Horse camping near Craters of the Moon National Monument in Idaho offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and outdoor adventure, perfect for equestrian enthusiasts looking to explore the area.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy the scenic trails and breathtaking views at Murdock Creek Dispersed, where you can ride alongside a serene creek and experience the beauty of the Sawtooth National Forest.

Tips for equestrian camping near Craters of the Moon National Monument in Idaho

  • When visiting Honeys Park, be sure to arrive during daylight hours to avoid any late-night access issues, ensuring a smooth start to your camping experience.

Equestrian campgrounds include amenities for your comfort

  • At Lake Creek Rd Dispersed, you'll find ample space for your horse trailer and access to beautiful views, making it an ideal spot for a peaceful retreat in nature.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Craters of the Moon National Monument is Honeys Park with a 4.6-star rating from 7 reviews.

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