Best Equestrian Camping near Lincoln City, IN

Come Again Horse Camp features horse corrals and accommodates both tent and RV camping in southern Indiana. The camp offers firewood, drinking water, thirty-amp and fifty-amp hookups for RVs, picnic tables, toilets, and trash facilities. Large recreational vehicles can access the campground with big-rig friendly entry roads. Youngs Creek Horse Camp provides a more primitive camping experience with toilet facilities and drinking water available. Located near Paoli, this camp allows horses and permits fires at designated sites. Both campgrounds maintain year-round access with Youngs Creek specifically designed to serve riders exploring the surrounding trail systems. Campgrounds in the region generally feature spacious, shaded sites providing privacy between camping areas.

Riders access the extensive trail network of Hoosier National Forest directly from these equestrian campgrounds. O'Bannon Woods State Park, while not offering dedicated horse corrals, provides nearby equestrian opportunities with multiple trail systems varying in difficulty. The park connects to an extensive 25-mile Adventure Trail loop featuring unique camping shelters along the route. Trailer parking accommodates various sizes at the equestrian-focused campgrounds. The Tipsaw Lake area offers additional recreational opportunities for campers, including fishing access and beach facilities when not riding. Campground roads and sites in the region are generally well-labeled and maintained, though some horse trails may require moderate technical riding skills with small hills and occasionally challenging terrain. Ticks can be prevalent in warmer months, requiring appropriate preventative measures for both horses and riders.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Lincoln City, Indiana (5)

    1. Hoosier National Forest Jackpine Loop Campground

    3 Reviews
    Leopold, IN
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 547-7051

    "Jackpine Loop is the largest of the campground loops at Tipsaw Lake Recreation area Hoosier National Forest.

    The entire Tipsaw area seems to be oriented toward family and group camping."

    "Wildlife is everywhere, as it is not unusual to have a Momma deer and her little one walk through the woods by your campsite or down by the boat launc, often followed by a turkey or two."

    2. Hoosier National Forest North Face Loop Campground

    3 Reviews
    Saint Croix, IN
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 547-7051

    "There are two lakes, Indian and Celina , in the immediate area, electric motors only, which just adds to my liking it;)."

    "My husband and I have been to Lake Celina for a day hike before, so when planning where to go for a weekend of car camping choosing this place was a no brainer."

    3. O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Leavenworth, IN
    39 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."

    4. Youngs Creek Horse Camp

    8 Reviews
    Paoli, IN
    39 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."

    5. Come Again Horse Camp

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

    $20 / night

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Lincoln City, IN

34 Reviews of 5 Lincoln City Campgrounds


  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 18, 2023

    Youngs Creek Horse Camp

    Basic National Forest Campground

    A quiet, peaceful spot in the forest. A few horses on the trail on weekends. French Lick is 30 minutes away.

  • Justin B.
    May. 10, 2025

    O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground

    Little bit of everything

    O'Bannon woods has just about everything in one little nook, from fishing swimming and kayaking on blue River, a beach at the park. Swimming, horse trails and lodging, electric campgrounds, you name it. It's clean and laid back

  • Michael U.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 13, 2025

    Youngs Creek Horse Camp

    Free camping. Limited spots

    Secluded camping area with horse hitch. 5 - 6 primitive spots with fire rings and tables. Very little privacy. Tents and vans only.

  • Derek J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2025

    O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground

    Nice, but had incorrect info

    The campground was really nice and relatively quiet. The staff was fairly nice, and even helped us out with a bit of a Karen camper. The sites have an asphalt pad that are mostly level. 50,30,20 amp service in one box. There was no water at the site though. Throughout the campground are potable water spigots that you can hook up to and add water to your tank. There is also no sewer hookup at the site which I assumed was wrong, because I have never been to an Indiana state park with sewer hookup on site. The campground is at the back of the park so you do have about a 5 minute drive to get to the main highway. Plenty to explore around the area


Guide to Lincoln City

Horse camping in Indiana offers a unique blend of scenic trails and well-equipped facilities for equestrian enthusiasts. With a variety of campgrounds catering to horse lovers, you can enjoy the great outdoors while ensuring your equine companions are well taken care of.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like water access and fire rings

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Equestrian campgrounds include spacious sites and friendly hosts

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Lincoln City, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Lincoln City, IN is Hoosier National Forest Jackpine Loop Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 3 reviews.

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