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    Equestrian Campground at Elk Rock State Park offers electric and water hookups, with designated sites for camping with horses. Located in Knoxville, this established campground provides both tent and RV accommodation options with thirty-amp and fifty-amp electrical service. The campground features toilets and shower facilities for riders after a day on the trails. Sites are reservable, allowing horse owners to secure space in advance. Facilities include sanitary dump stations and sewer hookups for extended stays. Pets are permitted alongside horses, though campground regulations should be reviewed before arrival. The campground maintains open fires policy in designated areas for evening relaxation after trail rides.

    Whitebreast Equestrian Campground in Stephens State Forest provides another option for horse camping near Prole. Located in Chariton, approximately 60 miles southeast, this campground features electric sites with both thirty-amp and fifty-amp service suitable for RVs and tent campers with horses. Water hookups accommodate horses' drinking needs while picnic tables offer convenient dining areas near trailer parking. The campground connects directly to the extensive trail system within Stephens State Forest, providing varied terrain for riders of different experience levels. Horse owners have access to primitive toilet facilities but should note no shower facilities are available. The campground operates seasonally from April 1 through December 31, requiring advance planning for horse camping trips. Trail riders should check trail conditions before arrival, especially during wet weather periods.

    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Prole (10)

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      1. Jester County Park

      4.5(31)26mi from ProleRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Nice CG located on the North end of Saylorville Reservoir. Camped in the upper CG site#145. Numerous shade trees, gravel pad and room for our 20' trailer and TV."

      "Campgrounds amazing views airsoft gun and archery ranges snowshoeing equestrians and cross-country skiing"

      from $20 - $25 / night

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      2. Madison County Fairground Campground

      3.0(1)16mi from ProleRVs, Tents

      from $11 - $105 / night

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      3. Ledges State Park Campground

      4.4(39)42mi from Prole95 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "One of my favorite locations to camp in Iowa as a Boy Scout growing up was Ledges State Park. Since I hadn't been back in years, I decided to check it out and spend a night camping there."

      "One of the more beautiful places to camp in Iowa. Awesome hiking trails and really well-shaded campsites."

      from $18 - $38 / night

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      4. Dallas County Fairgrounds

      5.0(1)21mi from ProleRVs, Tents
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      5. Equestrian Campground — Elk Rock State Park

      3.8(4)34mi from Prole43 sitesRVs, Tents

      "We stayed in the Elk Rock Equestrian campground and it was so peaceful and beautiful. The facilities were clean."

      "We really wnjoyed riding the trails here. Good facilities for our horses."

      from $18 - $78 / night

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      6. Singing Mesa Ranch

      Be the first to review26mi from ProleRVs, Tents, Cabins

      from $15 - $75 / night

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      7. Lucas Primitive Campground — Stephens State Forest

      Be the first to review31mi from Prole8 sitesRVs, Tents

      from $12 / night

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      8. Whitebreast Equestrian — Stephens State Forest

      Be the first to review31mi from Prole41 sitesRVs, Tents

      from $16 / night

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      9. Double E LLC Camping

      Be the first to review33mi from Prole2 sitesRVs, Cabins

      from $50 / night

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      10. Squirrel Hollow Co Park

      2.0(2)47mi from ProleRVs, Tents, Glamping
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    78 Reviews of 10 Prole Campgrounds

    • Tom S.
      Sep. 30, 2016

      Ledges State Park Campground

      Don't fall off the ledge!

      One of my favorite locations to camp in Iowa as a Boy Scout growing up was Ledges State Park. Since I hadn't been back in years, I decided to check it out and spend a night camping there. It's close to how I remember it.

      The campground has a good picnic area, restrooms, and an excellent trail. It's also inexpensive.

      What I enjoy most about this park compared to others in Iowa are the sandstone ledges and the slopes on the trail. There are some excellent views, so make sure your phone has enough battery to take photos (unlike me). I also spent a lot of time off the trail. It isn't too hard to get around. I'm not one who enjoys staying at a park that is mostly flat, so this is definitely a good place in Iowa for me to camp.

      If you are looking for a cool place to camp within an hour of Des Moines, you should seriously consider this park.

    • Wendy P.
      Jul. 19, 2018

      Ledges State Park Campground

      Beautiful hikes. Prepare for coons.

      One of the more beautiful places to camp in Iowa. Awesome hiking trails and really well-shaded campsites. The hike in spots are great if you like privacy and being in the middle of the woods - but you don’t want to be THAT far from your car.

      Beware of the raccoons. They’re plentiful and crazy smart here. We had one open our cooler, steal an egg from the cartoon - without disturbing anything else. Honestly, I was impressed! But some of our friends had them rip through their tents to get at food - not as impressive.

    • J
      Dec. 14, 2021

      Jester County Park

      Nice, Quiet CG

      Nice CG located on the North end of Saylorville Reservoir. Camped in the upper CG site#145. Numerous shade trees, gravel pad and room for our 20' trailer and TV. CG has a kids playground, hiking trails, Equestrian Center, golf course and nature center. Plenty to do with the city of Ankeny just 15 minutes away. CG was fairly empty until around Thursday and filled on the weekend. Seniors can get$5 off per day of their reservation. Dump station is at the entrance of the CG. We camped at Jester Park in a Travel Trailer.

    • Whitney S.
      Apr. 9, 2022

      Jester County Park

      Little bit of everything

      Campgrounds amazing views airsoft gun and archery ranges snowshoeing equestrians and cross-country skiing

    • Mike C.
      Sep. 26, 2018

      Ledges State Park Campground

      Small Quant and scenic

      The views around the park are some of the very best in Iowa. Hiking trails often found you coming face to face with deer who look at you inquisitively. Fun for family as the waters over the roadways are a splash for adults and children alike. It's a hidden gem, just outside Boone Iowa.

    • Tanner H.
      Jun. 24, 2021

      Jester County Park

      Jester park is great for a weekend with friends and testing new camping gear

      This site was great, it has a reserve site to its right, (the people never showed up) and a FCFS site to the left. No one showed up there either and it was Father’s Day weekend! Super quiet and relaxing. Each site towards the front of the 400’s is BIG. You have plenty of room for 2 vehicles and two sizable tents. There was four of us and a dog.

      A couple minor complaints that I developed would be that it is right next to the golf course so there is a lot of near by traffic, and people like to cruise on motorcycles and drive muscle cars through the twisty roads. The nice bathroom in the #300s camping area is a bit of a walk BUT has showers and really clean toilets. Some of the cleanest I’ve seen at a campground in Iowa. DO NOT USE THE “TOILETS” in the #400s area, they are dirty and basically a hole in the ground.

      Another downside is that things are pretty spread out, and with it being pretty hot out we weren’t able to walk miles to get to the different trails at the park. The short trails we did walk on were nice and up kept though.

    • Willy W.
      May. 30, 2020

      Equestrian Campground — Elk Rock State Park

      Busy

      This is a really busy boat ramp but the campground is pretty big and open. The boat ramp is the closest one to mile long bridge. It also has a cleaning station and restroom available.

      The campgrounds are very clean. There are lots of trails around the area.

      It’s also a great place if you like to go horse back riding with lots of trails that go near the water.

      There are camp hosts to help answer questions. There are also firewood bundles available to purchase for $4. The bathrooms and showers are very clean.

    Guide to Prole

    Several equestrian campgrounds serve the Prole, Iowa area with varying levels of horse-specific amenities. Equestrian Campground at Elk Rock State Park offers electric hookups with both fifty-amp and thirty-amp service for RV campers traveling with horses. The campground features fires, showers, toilets, and water hookups, making it suitable for both tent and RV camping. Campsites remain clean and quiet, especially on weekdays, with more activity on weekends. Whitebreast Equestrian in Stephens State Forest provides similar electric hookups with water access, though without shower facilities. The primitive campground setting accommodates both tents and RVs with toilet facilities available.

    Horse trailer parking is available at both locations, with Stephens State Forest's Whitebreast Unit offering big-rig friendly access for those with larger horse trailers. Trails connect directly to camping areas, allowing for easy access to riding routes throughout the parks. Though neither location specifically lists horse corrals in their amenities, riders can make reservations at both campgrounds. Trail access varies seasonally, with Stephens State Forest campgrounds typically open from April 1 to December 31. The fairgrounds in Madison County also offer camping with full hookups at $15 daily or $105 weekly rates, providing another option for horse owners needing temporary accommodations when attending events or passing through the region.

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