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Best Equestrian Camping near Paris, IL

81 Reviews

Near Paris, Illinois, equestrian camping opportunities are limited, as the local campgrounds do not feature dedicated horse corrals or specific equestrian facilities. Mill Creek Park and Turkey Run State Park Campground both accept pets but lack specialized horse infrastructure such as stalls, tie-outs, or wash stations. Turkey Run State Park offers extensive trail systems spanning varied terrain, though these are primarily designed for hiking rather than horseback riding. The campground provides electric hookups, drinking water, and showers, which accommodates general camping needs but not equestrian-specific requirements.

Trailer parking restrictions may apply at both locations, with Turkey Run State Park's more limited access roads potentially challenging for horse trailers. While both parks permit camping with tents, RVs, and cabins, neither maintains bridlepaths or designated horse trails within their boundaries. Mill Creek Park receives high ratings from visitors who appreciate its cleanliness and lake access, while Turkey Run State Park is noted for its natural features including creek beds, boulders, and waterfalls. Campers seeking horse-friendly accommodations may need to venture farther from the Paris area to find suitable facilities with proper equine amenities.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Paris, Illinois (4)

    1. Turkey Run State Park Campground

    71 Reviews
    Marshall, IN
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 597-2635

    $20 - $32 / night

    "Short drive from Chicago (3 hours?) and you are in lush forest. You have to pick the right campsite or you will have no cover and big campers on either side of you."

    "But close to a good size hill. Not a grass spot. No water hookup. But would recommend. Little store has lots to offer. Gas station and good near by. Fantastic walking trails within a mile or 2 also."

    2. Mill Creek Park

    1 Review
    Marshall, IL
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 889-3901

    "Incredible people who will gladly be your new best friend, super clean, Great Lake to be on, tons of trails to hike."

    3. Turkey Run Canoe & Camping

    5 Reviews
    Marshall, IN
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 597-2029

    $35 / night

    "Site 91 was tucked away in a more forested area away from RVs. Did a nice kayaking loop using their service. Had everything you needed, very chill experience. Will return fsho."

    "That being said it did seem a little tight in certain area we were in but we drove around and rest of campground looked awesome!"

    4. Oblong Park and Lake

    4 Reviews
    Newton, IL
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 592-3431

    "Very humble rural park with a quiet atmosphere and Great Lake for fishing. The people of oblong are also the friendliest around!"

    "There's lots of playgrounds for kids and a big lake to fish or stroll around as well. Big thumbs up👍"

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Paris, IL

81 Reviews of 4 Paris Campgrounds

  • Mike D.
    May. 27, 2019

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Nice campground, close to home!

    Short drive from Chicago (3 hours?) and you are in lush forest. You have to pick the right campsite or you will have no cover and big campers on either side of you. We had two campsites right next to each other and backing into the woods.  Went on a fun canoe trip right down the road, which was fun.  There is an odd (but fun!) Key West themed bar/resturant very close to the park entrance.  The hiking is great in the area near the lodge.  I'd go back to the area and maybe try a different loop as we were near the entrance which had a lot of traffic.  Well maintained park with very clean bathhouse.

  • Rowan G.
    Jun. 1, 2021

    Turkey Run Canoe & Camping

    Good amenities, great proximity to state park

    Site 91 was tucked away in a more forested area away from RVs. Did a nice kayaking loop using their service. Had everything you needed, very chill experience. Will return fsho.

  • B
    Oct. 3, 2021

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Good

    Enjoyed our stay. Site 198 had lots of room to roam. No neighbors too close. But close to a good size hill. Not a grass spot. No water hookup. But would recommend. Little store has lots to offer. Gas station and good near by. Fantastic walking trails within a mile or 2 also. And canoe rental directly across street.

  • Staci W.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 30, 2024

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Pros and Cons you Should Know beforehand

    Turkey Run is arguably the most popular campground (and state park) in Indiana and has its pros and cons.

    It is definitely designed to accommodate RVs, as the majority of the sites are situated in an open field. There are a few dozen sites that are in “loops” that are situated in shaded areas. Some camp sites have zero privacy while others have a little. Either way, if you’re here on a weekend, you’ll definitely have neighbors close by. You can see the entire campground via google maps street view, just FYI

    This is a very family friendly campground and you will see lots of kids on bicycles flying around. I’ve stayed here a few times, and no matter the day of the week or the time of year, there are always lots of kids.

    This campground has a raccoon “problem” due to campers having poor camp etiquette and feeding them. They come out of the woods towards dusk looking for food. They will come right up to you without hesitation, so don’t be alarmed if there’s one next to you while you cook s’mores over your fire (ask me how I know, hah). They will take any food that is left out. Do not turn your back to your dinner table at any time if there’s food out.

    On my last visit to turkey run (I’ve camped here 3 or 4 times) I arrived to my campsite and someone had left dog food out for the raccoons in little piles all over the place which was super disappointing. Additionally, my neighbors didn’t put their campfire out when they packed up and left.

    Perhaps I’m just used to camping in other areas where you have to worry about bears and burning the forests down…But campers here just aren’t as mindful or respectful of the campground.

    The restrooms and showers (at least the one I use at this campground) is modernized and cleaned daily but there’s no dish pit/wash room available if you cook. Just be prepared to clean up accordingly and put trash in trash receptacles. There are a few vault toilets in the campground as well.

    You can hike from the CG into the state park (highly recommend. It’s gorgeous!) just wear shoes that youre willing to get wet.

    Overall, it’s a beautiful state park with a conveniently located campground. It’s not the best campground ever but for Indiana standards, it’s great. Even with my complaints, I always return because I enjoy visiting and hiking through the state park.

  • Dusti M.
    Aug. 19, 2022

    Oblong Park and Lake

    Small town park

    Nice little community park. Nice paced walking path around the lake. Fenced in dog play area. Large park area with multiple playgrounds. Clean bathroom, flush toilets and showers.

  • Duncan G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 5, 2022

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Too Crowded, Busy, and Noisy Very Poor Etiquette

    I have never been to a campground with so many children. At first it was a nice break from all the old folks at the RV parks, but then it got to be too much. There was constant noise and commotion and kids (and adults) constantly walking through my site. One boy was even riding his bike over my Starlink wire. A lot of the kids had electric scooters and bikes and were zooming through the campground endlessly.  I had a group from across the road come into my site and start playing frisbee golf because they did not have enough room in their own site but didn't say a word to me. Really? The surrounding area is very beautiful with rock outcroppings and small gorges unlike the rest of Indiana. However, the walking paths around this beautiful area were MOBBED.  The area around the suspension bridge was like being in Times Square.  The bathrooms were good….a solid B+.

  • Cynthia K.
    Sep. 16, 2025

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Nice State Park Campground

    Turkey Run State Park. Arguably one of the top 5 state parks in Indiana.

    Lots of hiking opportunities, including the fabulous Trail 3 which should be a National Trail IMO. Go hike early before 10 am. This area gets crazy busy after that. 

    Nice nature center.

    2 covered bridges.

     A swimming pool in season.

     A historic inn with a restaurant. You can rent cabins also. 

    The Lusk home has tours every Saturday in season. 

    The campground is a mile or so west of the entrance to the park.

     Electric only. 270 sites. Water is available.

     There's modern bath houses with hot showers.

     We were site 218, which is technically the Turkey Hollow area. The bath house there was clean. We liked our loop for spacious sites( for a state park).

     The Twin Oaks loop seemed denser.

     There's a double dump near the exit. There's also one dump at the end of a loop by site 60. We were happy the other 4 campers trying to dump forgot about it! 

    Trail 7 access is also at the end by site 44. It's not marked on the map.

     The camp store has the usual camping supplies & gift items. Ice & wood. 

    We enjoyed our weekend here! Even though it rained Saturday.

  • c
    Jun. 7, 2024

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Fabulous Park, Nice Campground

    Turkey Run is a fabulous state park with a nice campground. My only complaint about the campground is that many sites are in an open, level area without a lot of trees or bushes between them. You don’t have a lot of privacy. Two sections of the campground, with the higher numbered sites, are much more wooded. If I go again, I will try to be there!

    But the campground has two large modern bathrooms that are cleaned regularly. It also has clean well maintained vault toilets throughout the campground. Best of all, from the back of the campground you can access Trail 7, a moderate level trail that leads unexpectedly to a small stream running past a recessed cave. It’s a peaceful spot.

    Be advised that a “moderate” hike at Turkey Run can be challenging, with plenty of steps up and down the hillsides. Many of the trails go along stream beds, so you often need to make your way across the rocks to avoid wet feet. Be prepared with hiking boots and sticks.

    There are two covered bridges on the edges of the park. Be sure to check them out!

  • Amanda C.
    Sep. 5, 2020

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Crowded, no room, unorganized

    **The campsites are so close to each other no privacy, there was a camper on both sides of us and we were in a tent when we arrived one neighbor had all there stuff (bicycles, dog, dog accessories, all in our spot, and they had helped thereselves to our picnic table, we saw a couple open spots next to us with a little more privacy so we asked if we could switch the lady said they were spoken for I stayed 2 nights no one ever showed up to them sites very unhappy will not return. **

Guide to Paris

Horse camping in Illinois offers a unique experience for equestrian enthusiasts, combining the beauty of nature with the joy of riding. Here are some top spots to consider for your next adventure.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • Mill Creek Park provides excellent facilities for horse camping, including access to trails and spacious sites for your equine companions.

Equestrian campgrounds include essential features

  • Turkey Run State Park Campground offers well-maintained restrooms and electric hookups, ensuring a comfortable stay while you enjoy the great outdoors with your horse.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • At Lieber State Recreation Area Cagles Mill Lake, you can explore scenic trails that are perfect for horseback riding, allowing you to immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of Indiana.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Paris, IL is Turkey Run State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 71 reviews.

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