Best Equestrian Camping near Elizabeth, IN

Searching for the best camping near Elizabeth, IN? Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Elizabeth is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Elizabeth and user-submitted reviews.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Elizabeth, Indiana (12)

    1. Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest

    18 Reviews
    Fairdale, KY
    12 miles
    Website

    $15 - $30 / night

    "Great camping prices went up just a little bit from $13 to $18 but it is primitive no electric and I'm being told that they are building horse Stables. A lot of ticks out this year."

    "Tent sites have so many trees surrounding them. If you're looking for more privacy anything off of the loop will do just fine."

    2. O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Leavenworth, IN
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 738-8232

    $19 - $496 / night

    "Horse people love it also. The campground is near the trail to the old abandoned bridge which is well worth the hike. The fire tower has a commanding view."

    "Several trails in walking, horse or bike riding distance. Some direct access from the campground.

    You can set up here and have plenty to do without ever leaving the park."

    3. Otter Creek Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Garrett, KY
    13 miles
    Website

    $12 - $22 / night

    "Very popular campsite for the surrounding area. Otter Creek runs through the Outdoor recreation area. Lots of hiking, biking and horse trails. Great opportunities for fishing also abound."

    "Beautiful trails for hiking, great creek for swimming, close to Louisville."

    4. Deam Lake State Recreation Area Campground

    18 Reviews
    Borden, IN
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 246-5421

    $23 - $64 / night

    "There are horse trails, a beach, and great water for swimming/kayaking/canoeing. It is pet friendly as well. The bath house in our area was older but fairly clean."

    "Horse camping so was cool to see the horses. A beach location and a few fishing spots.

    The lake doesn’t allow non electric motors so waters were calm. Caught some bluegills."

    5. My Old Kentucky Home State Park Campground

    26 Reviews
    New Haven, KY
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (502) 348-3502

    $25 - $45 / night

    "Located very close to Bardstown and a lot of distilleries on the bourbon trail, the campground is great, very small fills up fast."

    "If you are not a golfer there nearby activities. You are in Bourbon Heaven, so pick a tour with free tastings.

    Need a quiet day, stroll on the many acres of Bernheim Forest."

    6. Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground

    29 Reviews
    Mount Eden, KY
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (502) 477-8713

    $20 - $45 / night

    "The do have some pull through sites for equestrian trailers. Good horse trails. Clean facilities."

    "Felt like we were the only people without a horse or a fishing pole! Great water for kayaking and beautiful sunsets.

    Lots of raccoons in the area, so make sure your food is secure."

    7. Spring Mill State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    Mitchell, IN
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 849-3534

    $20 - $30 / night

    "Spring Mill State park is a little piece of history that is in the heart of southern Indiana. Here you will find a working frontier village."

    "Open space, close to facilities and water pump, Ground was mostly flat, slightly shady in the afternoon, and very peaceful."

    8. Come Again Horse Camp

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    Leavenworth, IN
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 738-8981

    $20 / night

    9. Youngs Creek Horse Camp

    8 Reviews
    Paoli, IN
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 547-7051

    "YC horse camp is well laid out and fairly spacious, apparently only for the random hikers and hunters. I stayed at here for a couple of days, planning on a longer visit, and wasn't dissatisfied."

    "Site accommodates both horse, drive in and walk-in camping. There’s a privy and water on site. Campsites have fire rings and picnic tables."

    10. Cecilia Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Elizabethtown, KY
    32 miles
    +1 (270) 723-4124

    $20 - $50 / night

    "Beautiful country farm setting old dairy farm located near Cecilia. There are several mowed areas one is near a fishing pond. Firewood purchasable from the host!"

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  • M
    Oct. 24, 2019

    Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground

    Decent campground

    Nice campground. Not very big though. The do have some pull through sites for equestrian trailers. Good horse trails. Clean facilities.

  • D
    Dec. 7, 2021

    Youngs Creek Horse Camp

    Another quiet day in Indiana.

    I had been planning a trip to Youngs Creek for over a month and was happy to finally get there. YC horse camp is well laid out and fairly spacious, apparently only for the random hikers and hunters. I stayed at here for a couple of days, planning on a longer visit, and wasn't dissatisfied. It sports a good-sized pavilion and well-maintained his and hers vault toilets. The camp sites were generous in size with gravel parking, fairly level pads, picnic tables, and a fire ring. The only downside, besides the lack of horses, was an access road to adjacent to the camping area that is well used through the evening.
    I'll be making a return in the spring to watch for the return of the equestrians.

  • Stephanie T.
    Aug. 31, 2016

    Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground

    Peaceful, horse and fisherman friendly

    Felt like we were the only people without a horse or a fishing pole! Great water for kayaking and beautiful sunsets.

    Lots of raccoons in the area, so make sure your food is secure. Some of the sites are equestrian only, but they may give leeway. We reserved our primitive site ahead of time.

    Good weekend trip from Louisville.

  • Nathan G.
    Oct. 12, 2023

    O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground

    Well kept and tons to see and do

    The park is well kept and organized. There are a ton of sites to visit and see. If you like hiking or mountain biking this is for you! Horse people love it also. The campground is near the trail to the old abandoned bridge which is well worth the hike. The fire tower has a commanding view. If you are not enjoying this park, not much else in Indiana will make you happy. Extra points: experienced cavers will enjoy the number of caves. These are by permit only however and novice non cavers should take a proper class and go with experts. There are multiple show caves in the area you can get a basic tour of also.

  • Cassandra C.
    Sep. 2, 2017

    Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground

    Great campground!

    We stopped at this campground for two nights on our way down to Tennessee for the eclipse. Most of the sites were really big, and there was plenty of space and trees in between. We stayed at site P02, but I don't recommend that specific site. It was probably the worst site in the primitive camp, but I reserved it online in advance. It was far from flat, and the space provided for the picnic table was pretty much unusable. Just about every other site there looked amazing though. The primitive camp was close to the equestrian camp, and between to two campgrounds, there were only 25 sites. These 25 campsites share a bathhouse, which was very clean and quiet. This park also has an RV campground with 45 sites, but we never step foot in that part of the park.

  • David M.
    Aug. 9, 2019

    Youngs Creek Horse Camp

    Off the beaten path

    Site accommodates both horse, drive in and walk-in camping. There’s a privy and water on site. Campsites have fire rings and picnic tables. There is a trail that loops back to the site for easy hiking access.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 3, 2025

    O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground

    Rain, rain on my shoulder

    Nice campground, needs some structural updates. Mostly shaded spots. Not all pads are level or very wide. Some of the tent sites are a challenge to get to and use. Minus a star due to no hot water, I would have been happy with warm but no luck.

    Several trails in walking, horse or bike riding distance. Some direct access from the campground.

    You can set up here and have plenty to do without ever leaving the park.

    Corydon is within half an hour, Louisville about an hour.

  • Jamie P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 24, 2021

    O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground

    Great camping and hiking on the Ohio River

    Very clean campground near the Ohio River. Offers hiking horse back riding nearby fishing in the Ohio River. Or just kicking back and relaxing.

  • Lisa S.
    May. 2, 2021

    Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground

    Camp in comfort no matter your style

    This campground has much to offer. Tent/RV spaces galore, horse sites, and primitive. Two playgrounds, heated and clean bathrooms. Access to lots of trails and activities. I will say that the two primitive sites closest to the bath house are a bit wonky but totally useable but not for large tents.


Guide to Elizabeth

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Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Elizabeth, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Elizabeth, IN is Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest with a 4.3-star rating from 18 reviews.

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