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    Horse campgrounds near Westville, Indiana are limited. Potato Creek State Park Campground in North Liberty offers tent, RV, and cabin camping but lacks dedicated horse corrals or stalls. The campground maintains electric hookups, water access, showers, and sanitary dump stations. Sites include picnic tables and fire rings. While pets are allowed, the park does not have specialized equestrian facilities for overnight horse boarding. The campgrounds are well-maintained with paved bike trails and hiking routes, though these are not specifically designated as bridle paths.

    Tippecanoe River State Park Campground in Winamac provides similar accommodations with electric and water hookups for RVs and tent sites without specialized horse facilities. The park is accessible by boat, vehicle, or hiking trails. Both parks require reservations and are open year-round. Neither location offers horse corrals, dedicated equestrian camping areas, or specialized trail riding facilities. Sites are generally spacious but lack privacy. The bathroom facilities are regularly cleaned but can become busy during peak summer weekends. For equestrians seeking dedicated horse camping facilities, alternatives outside the immediate Westville area would need to be considered.

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      1. Potato Creek State Park Campground

      4.5(50)28mi from Westville365 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "I feel this is one of the best state parks in Indiana. Come with your own water as they don’t have water hookups at your campsite but there are some nearby. The sites are very spacious and clean."

      "Younger families tend to book up front near the playground and the noise and activities are more robust. Be ready with back up cords, some sites require 75 ft to hook up."

      from $20 - $90 / night

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      2. Tippecanoe River State Park Campground

      4.2(30)33mi from Westville188 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "There was a horse camp available as well as youth tenting and cabins to rent. This is a great State Park with more things to offer in addition to the ones mentioned above."

      "Trails and the river close by. Bathrooms are phenomenal!! Enjoy!"

      from $14 - $50 / night

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    80 Reviews of 2 Westville Campgrounds

    • Jessica L.
      Jul. 28, 2016

      Potato Creek State Park Campground

      Activities for all seasons...

      ...although you probably wouldn't want to camp in the Indiana winter. I grew up coming here mostly to sled on the hills! But, there is a lot more to do. It surrounds Worster Lake and there are cabins, RV sites, and tent sites along with horse trails and bike trails. In the winter, there's sledding hills and ice fishing. The campgrounds are pretty standard, nothing special. If you live in the area, it's a fine little getaway.

    • D
      Apr. 25, 2019

      Potato Creek State Park Campground

      A wonderful state campground

      I feel this is one of the best state parks in Indiana. Come with your own water as they don’t have water hookups at your campsite but there are some nearby. The sites are very spacious and clean. Bath houses are always clean! Playground areas for the kids throughout the park lots of bike and walking trails. No pools but a beautiful man made lake for swimming and fishing. Lots of wildlife throughout the park. A great nature center is a must to see for the little ones. My family has camped here for many years. There is also a separate campground for horse lovers.

    • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 8, 2019

      Potato Creek State Park Campground

      Campground=4 stars; check-in=2 stars

      Campground= 4 stars; check-in= 2 stars. Very large campground with close to 300 sites plus a horse camp and about 20 cabins. We picked this park solely because it was convenient to our next destination, so we were not concerned with amenities. We did not make a reservation because I really do not want to pay the extra fee if it is not necessary. Upon arrival, we paid the $9 entrance fee ($7 for Indiana residents) and drove the 3 miles to the campground office. Somewhat surprised to find both staffed at 6 pm on a Thursday after Labor Day. We were told to drive around and pick several desired sites as they could not tell us which ones still had people due to arrive that night who had reserved. Huh?? So, we drove around two of the five loops and picked half a dozen sites that would be suitable. But that’s where the fun began- not! There seemed to be some computer glitch in that every site we asked about showed as not available, even though more than half the sites were empty. Eventually, we were told to just go to one of the sites we picked and set up and that a security guard would come and collect our money. Eventually, at just before 9 pm, the security guard did come and told us the glitch had been fixed and asked that we come to the office and register. The glitch was not fixed! But we paid our fee and were able to stay the night and the staff was very apologetic. 

      There is no differentiation between RV and tent sites (the only one that is separate is the horse camp). The E Loop seemed to be the most crowded, mostly with RVs. The sites in the D Loop were spaced a decent amount of distance apart but other than that, there was no real privacy between them. This was not a problem because the loop had many empty sites and we were able to easily find one that had an empty one on either side of us. There are paths to the beach accessible from the D and E loops but note the beach is only open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. There is no longer a dog beach at Potato Creek. There is a general store(open until 8 pm) and bike rentals which, if we were going to stay longer, we might have taken advantage of. There are boat rentals in season. Several trails and playgrounds so I imagine that in the summer, this is a nice family campground (even the name is Family campground). 

      The mosquitos were vicious, likely worse due to the amount of rain the area has had this year. Bathrooms were very clean and there was hot water, a nice luxury but you have to be careful not to bump your head on the shelf over the sink when washing your face. Didn’t use them but there were also showers. 

      The check-in process notwithstanding, our stay was fine for the night.

    • Frank M.
      Mar. 22, 2017

      Potato Creek State Park Campground

      Family favorite

      My wife and I come here every year since purchasing our travel trailer. We recommend securing a spot in the back sites 230-287 for larger lots and quieter atmosphere. Younger families tend to book up front near the playground and the noise and activities are more robust. Be ready with back up cords, some sites require 75 ft to hook up. With dog friendly beaches, beginner MTB trails and paved bike paths, this checks all our boxes. Natural wetlands abound, so definitely bring the mosquito spray. Typical Indiana Campground with basic amenities, older comfort stations and spotty WIFI. I like unplugging but sometimes work demands I respond promptly. Not too far from South Bend for city amenities, restaurants and supplies. Takes 10-15 mins to drive out of campground, so keep this in mind. Definitely keep coming back!

    • Thomas U.
      Aug. 11, 2018

      Tippecanoe River State Park Campground

      Good place to camp and Kayak

      Great place for a weekend camping trip of kayaking and some hiking.

      Pro's

      • Large Campsites
      • Clean showers and bathrooms
      • 2 kayak ramps with ability to hike in between them
      • Fire tower
      • Great views in the river
      • Horse Trails

      Con's

      • No privacy in campsites, so it more of a RV's / partying camping
      • Hiking is mainly flat trails thru the woods
      • No Camp Store, the Host sold firewood and Ice
    • C
      Oct. 23, 2019

      Potato Creek State Park Campground

      Beautiful Park

      We have been blown away by the efforts put into Indiana’s state parks and Potato Creek is no exception. Well kept, beautiful grounds and trails. Restrooms are a bit dated, but clean and functioning. Our daughter loved the play area and huge grassy area to run around on. The Peppermint Hill mountain bike/hiking loop was really fun and not to be missed. Seems like a very popular place, even in the off season, so you’re best bet is to make a reservation or call ahead to make sure they can accommodate you.

    • Cynthia K.
      May. 25, 2022

      Tippecanoe River State Park Campground

      Average state park

       This is a North Central State Park in Indiana. Not one of the better units, but it has some charms. The mosquitos get bad in the summer, so come prepared. We camped the end of May& they were just getting going. Spring& late fall would be a good time to visit.

       None of the campsites have a view of the river. Only 112 campsites in the electric side. There's a primitive tent campground by the river, with a few sites. There's also a horsemans campground, which we didn't look at. This is a well established campground& has nice shade trees in all the sites. 

      Get water before setting up at the water station after the small gatehouse. There's 2 sides at the dump station. In the campground there's 2 comfort stations. Station A looked like it had been totally rehabbed in the last 5 years. Everything looked nice& the showers could be turned to your preferred temperature. Cleaner than the last state park we were at for sure!

       Handicap accessible sites are 109/110/111/112. There are 2 pit toilets in the campground, though I don't know why. The modern bathrooms are right across the road. Stay away from sites 73/75& 105/106. Right by the pits, with a sidewalk between them. The sites are typical state park. No privacy for most. There's gravel for your camper pad. Not dirt.

       The best sites are site 1- right on the main drag, but the most private site in the place. If you enjoy watching the rigs come in& leave, this is your site! Vegetation separates you from site 2. Site 58 is the only pull through in the campground. Site 63 is also a pretty good site. All sites are not too far from the bathrooms. 

      For the playground, sites 2,3,4,6,&7 have direct access to a playground& you can watch your children from your site. All the interior sites by comfort station B have direct access to the playground from your site & you can watch your children from your site. Avoid if you dislike the sound of children playing. 

      We stayed in site 102, which is right across from bathroom A. All the outer sites are pretty good. Our site ponded water after a rain, but soaked in fast. 

      There's some trails that can be accessed from the campground- Trails 1,3,4&5.

       All in all an average park. Nothing really special except for the river. Fishing was poor according to my husband.

    • Kaley A.
      Jan. 31, 2025

      Potato Creek State Park Campground

      Nice Park

      I’ve not camped at this park, only hiked it. I’ve probably hiked it two dozen times at least and it’s got nice trails for the part of Indiana that it’s in. Most of them are relatively flat with some trails,like number two, having some hills and stairs in them. My favorite trail is probably number one, which is a 1 mile weird loop that has some neat scenery, especially in the summertime.

    • Jacob A.The Dyrt PRO User
      Apr. 12, 2021

      Potato Creek State Park Campground

      This is our favorite State Park campground

      The campground is huge, but we have never felt crowded. There is a nice prairie area to walk around in, and an easy to ride pave bike trail. We watched the osprey nest one year for several hours. We have not yet had a kayak out on the lake, but the lake is big. The bathrooms have always been clean, and the campground hosts friendly. The sites vary in size and slope, so research and prepare for anything. But all of the sites are manageable. South Bend is close by if you want to adventure in.

    Guide to Westville

    Horse campgrounds near Westville, Indiana are sparse in the immediate area, with few dedicated equestrian facilities within a short drive. Situated in the northern Indiana prairie lands, the region features primarily flat terrain punctuated by scattered woodlands and river valleys. Seasonal weather brings humid summers with temperatures typically ranging from 80-90°F and cold winters that can drop below 20°F, affecting camping accessibility and comfort.

    What to do

    Hiking trails: Potato Creek State Park offers multiple hiking options including the popular one-mile Trail #1 with unique scenery. "I've probably hiked it two dozen times at least and it's got nice trails for the part of Indiana that it's in. Most of them are relatively flat with some trails, like number two, having some hills and stairs in them," notes Kaley A. about Potato Creek State Park Campground.

    Mountain biking: The Peppermint Hill trail system provides beginner-friendly mountain biking routes. "With dog friendly beaches, beginner MTB trails and paved bike paths, this checks all our boxes," reports Frank M., who visits regularly with his wife.

    Fishing: The lakes provide fishing opportunities, though success varies by season. At Tippecanoe River State Park Campground, one visitor noted "Fishing was poor according to my husband," though this may vary seasonally.

    What campers like

    Spacious sites: Many sites offer adequate room for setup and activities. According to Tucker A., Tippecanoe River offers "Well maintained and beautiful state park. Sites were perfect. Good service from the rangers at the gate."

    Shade coverage: Mature trees provide relief from summer heat. "This is a well established campground & has nice shade trees in all the sites," writes Cynthia K. about her experience at Tippecanoe River State Park Campground.

    Campsite selection: For privacy at Potato Creek, sites 230-287 offer a quieter experience. "We recommend securing a spot in the back sites 230-287 for larger lots and quieter atmosphere. Younger families tend to book up front near the playground and the noise and activities are more robust," advises Frank M.

    What you should know

    Cell service limitations: Coverage varies significantly between carriers. "I have AT&T service and could not use my phone at all, my husband has Verizon and had no problems with cell service," reports Monica C. from her stay at Tippecanoe River State Park.

    Insect preparation: Mosquitoes can be problematic, particularly in summer months. Rob H. bluntly states Tippecanoe is the "Worst place for mosquitoes," while another camper recommends, "Spring & late fall would be a good time to visit."

    Electrical hookup planning: Some sites require extra-long power cords. At Potato Creek, one regular camper advises, "Be ready with back up cords, some sites require 75 ft to hook up."

    Tips for camping with families

    Playground access: Specific sites offer direct playground visibility. At Tippecanoe River, "For the playground, sites 2,3,4,6,&7 have direct access to a playground & you can watch your children from your site," according to Cynthia K.

    Fire tower activity: The observation tower at Tippecanoe River State Park Campground provides a short, kid-friendly adventure. "There is a firetower, which is fun for the kids and the hike to get there is short," notes Kaley A.

    Bike-friendly environment: Safe cycling paths appeal to families with children. Dawn K. observes, "Lots of kids riding bikes and playing at the playground. Almost every camper brings their dog. It is how camping should be!"

    Tips from RVers

    Site selection strategy: For larger RVs, location within the campground affects experience quality. At Potato Creek State Park, Frank M. suggests, "Takes 10-15 mins to drive out of campground, so keep this in mind."

    Water access planning: Fill tanks before setting up camp. "Get water before setting up at the water station after the small gatehouse. There's 2 sides at the dump station," advises one experienced camper at Tippecanoe River.

    Seasonal considerations: Algae conditions can affect water activities in summer. "Unfortunately, the lake was a little on the undesirable side...blue-green algae warnings made us not want to put more than our feet in the water," notes Tony P. about Potato Creek.

    Frequently Asked Questions

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

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Westville, IN is Potato Creek State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 50 reviews.

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