Best Equestrian Camping near Gibbonsville, ID
Sam Billings Memorial Campground offers equestrian-specific campsites with dedicated horse facilities near Gibbonsville. The campground features four horse sites with metal structures containing three chains each for securing horses, plus two horizontal tie-out bars. Horse trailers can park across from site 4 by the "stock water trail" sign or approximately 50 yards down the road at the trailhead where additional tie-out areas accommodate several horse trailers and other vehicles. Each equestrian site includes a table, fire ring, and space for a small tent. The campground maintains clean vault toilets and remains well-maintained with proactive rangers who share important information about severe weather, bear activity, and other safety concerns.
The trailhead adjacent to the campground provides direct access to riding routes through the surrounding wilderness. From weather-dependent dates in late October to late May, camping is free; otherwise, the fee is $10 per night or $5 with golden or access passes. The campground offers 12 total sites with good tables and fire rings, providing options for both equestrian and non-equestrian campers. Sites #1 and #2 receive the most sun, are the largest, and can accommodate any size RV, making them suitable for those traveling with both horses and larger vehicles. The surrounding pine forest offers plentiful firewood and opportunities for wildlife viewing. Visitors note that there is no cell service, though the Ranger station is only about half a mile down the paved road, which is just one mile from the campground.
