Corral Equestrian Campground at Farragut State Park operates seasonally from May through September, located 20 miles north of Hayden, Idaho. The campground sits at approximately 2,054 feet elevation, surrounded by the forested terrain of the northern Idaho panhandle region. Winter closures occur due to snow accumulation, with the facility typically reopening when trail conditions become suitable for horse travel.
What to Do
Trail riding access: Direct connections from Corral Equestrian Campground lead to over 40 miles of multi-use trails through Farragut State Park. A visitor noted at Round Lake State Park Campground: "We hiked the Round Lake trail. It also was very well maintained."
Lake recreation: Located near Lake Pend Oreille, campers can access water activities after riding. At Bonner County Fairgrounds, a reviewer mentioned: "Another aspect that impressed me was the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. They were always available to answer any questions, provide recommendations for local attractions."
Equestrian facilities: Beyond camping, riders can use training areas for skills development. According to a review at Riverside State Park Equestrian Campground: "There is also an arena, round pen, and trail training course a quarter mile up the road from the campground. For large groups and/or overflow, permission may be granted for camping in adjacent areas suitable for high lining horses."
What Campers Like
Clean facilities: The equestrian area maintains vault toilets with regular maintenance. At Liberty Lake Regional Park, campers reported: "While we were there the campground hosts did a fantastic job of keeping everything clean and tidy."
Wildlife viewing: The equestrian trails provide opportunities to spot local wildlife. A camper at Liberty Lake Regional Park observed: "Several hiking trails, including an equestrian trail, waterfall, fishing and lots of wildlife. There were deer in the campground every day, we saw moose, owls, pilated woodpecker, and hawks."
Scenic terrain: The varied landscape provides diverse riding experiences. A reviewer at Bowl and Pitcher Campground commented: "Lots of hiking trails along the Spokane River."
What You Should Know
Trailer requirements: Sites accommodate vehicles with horse trailers but have size limitations. One camper at Ruby's Resort & RV @ Silver Lake cautioned: "Beautiful views, calm, and quiet area. My only complaint is how tight the campground is. Definitely not made for big rigs or 40'. Smaller campers only."
Limited availability: The equestrian campground fills quickly during summer months. A visitor to Bonner County Fairgrounds advised: "Stayed here a few years ago and today. 33 paved sites, water and electric at each site. Some sites offer shade as the google earth pic suggests. Sites are a little close but are decent size."
Equipment needs: Campers must bring their own horse care supplies. A review from Breakwater Campground stated: "Great tent camping. Also, it's a great starting point to some really good dirt bike trails. Be prepared for no cell service. 0 amenities. it's just a place to pitch a tent and have a fire."
Tips for Camping with Families
Water access: Families can combine riding with swimming opportunities. A visitor to Round Lake State Park Campground shared: "The swimming area is nice with kind of sandy beach, but there is a bit of seaweed in the swimming area. There are also two docks perfect for fishing."
Educational programs: The park offers interpretive programs during summer months. As noted at Round Lake State Park: "The camp visitor center has a cool place for kids to learn about the wildlife in the area with foot prints in sand, bird calls, samples of the different types of trees and more."
Site selection: Some sites offer more privacy than others when camping with children. A camper at Round Lake observed: "This spot is somewhat private because there's only a spot on one side of it. Although that other spot is close. This spot is very close to the main hiking trail, that leads around the lake and to the beach area."
Tips from RVers
Hookup limitations: The equestrian area offers basic amenities without full hookups. A reviewer at Kootenai County Fairgrounds RV Park noted: "Not the best place to hang out, unless you are attending an event here. The RV map I included makes it look a lot nicer than it is, but it's not terrible."
Generator use: While generators are permitted at the equestrian campground, usage hours are restricted. A visitor to Liberty Lake Regional Park advised: "We stayed at 2 different sites over 3 weeks, and both were level. They are close together! They provide a fire pit if you want one. Picnic table, water and electric."
Weather preparation: Summer temperatures can reach 90°F in the region. A camper at Liberty Lake Regional Park warned: "Was very hot here in July with no wind. Shower is ok not great."
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