Best Equestrian Camping near Columbia, IL

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Columbia, Illinois (9)

    1. St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA

    30 Reviews
    Eureka, MO
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 257-3018

    "Our site was gravel to park on with grass around it. Close to train tracks and highway, but didn’t notice with AC on in the camper. Close to 6 flags."

    "This campground is fairly close to downtown and very close to lots of shopping. A great place to stay to stock up on supplies before heading west."

    2. Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Collinsville, IL
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 931-0270

    "Great spot in a beautiful area close to St. Louis. No power but access to drinking water and waste water dump for just 8$."

    "Horseshoe Lake is one of my most visited parks and most favorite park in the STL and surrounding areas. First off absolutely beautiful land and peace is easily achieved."

    3. Greensfelder County Park

    8 Reviews
    Eureka, MO
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (314) 615-4386

    "Heavy equestrian park, it’s not required (to have a horse) to stay here. A few piles of horses droppings but very well maintained."

    "Pretty nice wooded campground close to St. Louis! Each site has a picnic bench, a fire pit and grill."

    4. St. Francois State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Bonne Terre, MO
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 358-2173

    "My site was close to the camp host and the shower house. Shower house was nice with 4 separate showers with locking doors. Water pressure was great and they were clean."

    "All sites are within reasonable walking distance to the very nice shower house, bathrooms, it even had laundry. All facilities were well maintained and clean. Campground host sells wood and ice."

    5. St. Joe State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Park Hills, MO
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 431-1069

    "A great spot with a minute walk to a very well kept shower house and bathroom. We really liked this spot at CG#1."

    "The campground 2 sites are set up for horses, something I know almost nothing about, but they make the sites larger to accommodate equestrian needs and that’s nice."

    6. Randolph County State Recreation Area

    8 Reviews
    Chester, IL
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 826-2706

    "Fifty-one Class BE campsites, 95 Class C campsites, an equestrian site with eight stalls for horses, and four Class D (primitive) campsites are available throughout the area."

    "This campground is located on a small lake in Southern Illinois and managed by the department of natural resources. Good place for Camping, fishing, hiking, picnicking and boating."

    7. Dam West Spillway

    10 Reviews
    Carlyle, IL
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 594-5253

    $30 / night

    "It is directly on Carlyle Lake, ,the largest lake in Illinois. It has activities for children on the weekends."

    "Right next to the marina and with many sites right on the lake, you can’t go wrong here."

    8. World Shooting and Recreational Complex

    1 Review
    New Athens, IL
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 295-2700

    9. Cherokee Landing

    3 Reviews
    Bonne Terre, MO
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 358-2805

    $25 - $36 / night

    "We love the beautiful lake, the swimming area is big and has a nice patio for access. You can rent a cart to go running around the huge campground. Very friendly staff."

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Guide to Columbia

Horse camping in Illinois offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and equestrian-friendly amenities, making it a great choice for horse lovers looking to explore the state's natural beauty.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like spacious sites and access to trails

  • The Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground features well-maintained sites with ample space for horses and easy access to nearby trails.
  • At Greensfelder County Park, equestrian campers can enjoy sites that accommodate horse trailers and provide access to riding trails.
  • Cherokee Landing offers a welcoming environment for horse campers, complete with facilities for both horses and riders.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Columbia, IL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Columbia, IL is St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA with a 4.2-star rating from 30 reviews.

What is the best site to find equestrian camping near Columbia, IL?

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