Best Equestrian Camping near Tell City, IN

Come Again Horse Camp provides corrals specifically designed for equestrian campers within Hoosier National Forest, approximately 20 miles from Tell City. The camp offers tent and RV accommodations with thirty-amp and fifty-amp electrical hookups available for larger rigs. Drinking water, firewood, and picnic tables serve the basic needs of campers and their horses. The facilities include toilets and trash disposal, though showers are not available. The campsites accommodate both riders and their horses with ample space for trailers. Youngs Creek Horse Camp, located in Paoli, offers a more primitive camping experience with toilet facilities but no electric hookups, water hookups, or showers.

Trails in the Hoosier National Forest provide extensive riding opportunities with connections to multiple recreational areas. Riders access miles of wooded trails directly from the campgrounds, with routes varying in difficulty from beginner-friendly paths to more technical terrain. The forest environment includes small hills and technical single track trails that give equestrians a chance to enjoy the natural landscape. Wildlife sightings are common along the trails, with many riders reporting deer and turkey encounters during their excursions. The tick population can be significant during warmer months, so appropriate preventative measures are recommended for both horses and humans. Cash is required for camping fees at most facilities in the area, with sites typically costing between $5-$28 per night depending on amenities and whether campers have interagency passes.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Tell City, Indiana (7)

    1. Hoosier National Forest Jackpine Loop Campground

    3 Reviews
    Leopold, IN
    14 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
    19 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
    31 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. Otter Creek Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Garrett, KY
    39 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."

    5. Youngs Creek Horse Camp

    8 Reviews
    Paoli, IN
    41 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."

    6. Cecilia Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Elizabethtown, KY
    46 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!"

    7. Come Again Horse Camp

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

    $20 / night

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Tell City, IN

45 Reviews of 7 Tell City Campgrounds


  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 4, 2018

    Hoosier National Forest North Face Loop Campground

    Shhhhhhh

    North Face Loop in Hoosier National Forest is my idea of camping. This is no loud party hub with people blowing by on their golf carts and playing music until 2 in the morning.

    Moderately wooded, well spaced, basic sites that provide privacy and shade. There are walk in sites as well with picnic table and fire ring. There are pit toilets, water access points and a small showerhouse. The camp hosts were friendly and helpful, one actually “chased” me down when she realized she gave me inaccurate information. You need cash by the way, no card machines here. $5 and $1 bills will do you.

    There are two lakes, Indian and Celina , in the immediate area, electric motors only, which just adds to my liking it;). Two Rivers Trail is a nice 15ish mile technical trail that goes around both lakes, with dispersed camping $5 a night, 300 ft off the trail and your good. The interpretive trail by Celina Lake is about 1 mile and has small signs with historical information. The Rickenbaugh's once lived on this secluded lake and their home still sits on the shore. There is a kiosk nearby with information about them and the area and their family cemetery is about 100 yards up the road.

    We hiked extensively and though this is definitely not mountainous terrain it will give you a work out. A lot of cool rock formations and wild life to be seen, then there's the tick's. I thought LBL, Ky was bad, the tick's here seem like the Infantry, swarming the objective from all side's. Bring your bug stuff!

    We spent time at the lake , though no kayaking this trip. The small fishing pier we visited is handicap accessible adjacent to the handicap parking spot. The pit toilet is nearby and also accessible. The picnic area is in the shade and there is a water fountain. The boat ramp area which is in front of the Rickenbaugh house, is well maintained and a little busy. A lot of fisherman, kayakers and canoers but even with all the loading and unloading it was still very peaceful and low key.

    There is a Citgo and zip-line Eagles Wing south on IN 37. If you continue south you end up in Tell City were the local Ranger Station is as well as the usual amenities, ie: Wally World, fast food, ETC.

  • 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.

  • Jim C.
    Jun. 3, 2018

    Otter Creek Park Campground

    Great Public Camp Site

    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.

    It is an older campsite with the facilities in need of an upgrade, but serviceable. Used to be owned by the city of Louisville Parks and Recreation, then set dormant and unused for several years before the State of Kentucky took over.

  • 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


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

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

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