Ferne Clyffe State Park's equestrian campground sits within a forested section of the park managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, offering drive-in access with a short walk from the parking lot to the basic sites. Sites are well maintained. Amenities include drinking water, showers, flush toilets, campfire areas, and trash service, with cell service available on-site. One consistent note from visitors: trail signage within the park is limited and printed maps are not available at the trailhead. Campers who bring their own route information will fare better. The campground works well for those who want a low-key, forested base and can find places to camp near Ferne Clyffe State Park across a range of setups in the surrounding area.
Description
Horseback riders can ride directly to their own Class C Equestrian campground on the trail, or drive to it in their vehicles. Up to 25 riders can be accommodated at the site, which includes picnic tables, drinking water, cooking grills, toilets, parking and showers. The campground is well-shaded by an abundance of trees, and you must protect the trees by tying horses to the hitching rails. No horse rental is available.
Reservation Info
Sites in the Deer Ridge, Turkey Ridge and Youth Group campgrounds do not require advance reservations. Backpackers and horseback riders should, however, make advance arrangements through the park office.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsEquestrian Campground is located in Illinois near Goreville
Coordinates
37.529459 N
88.984211 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/28/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/28/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/17/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 35 min from Paducah, KY
- 59 min from Cape Girardeau, MO
- 1 hr 48 min from Evansville, IN
- 2 hrs 8 min from Owensboro, KY
