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    Sand Hills State Park Campground in Hutchinson provides horse-friendly camping with over 600 acres of equestrian trails. The park accommodates both tent and RV campers with clean restrooms and shower facilities. Sites are generally level with paved access, making trailer parking straightforward. The park's horse trails wind through scenic sand dunes and prairie landscapes. Most campsites feature picnic tables and fire rings. The park maintains good drinking water access and offers both electric and water hookups for RV campers.

    El Dorado State Park, located about 30 miles from Halstead, offers multiple horse-friendly camping areas including an Equestrian Loop where riders can camp near the water. The sites accommodate horse trailers with ample parking space. Campers can hear waves hitting the shoreline throughout the night in waterfront sites. The layout varies between loops, with some offering more privacy than others. Bridle trails connect directly to camping areas, providing convenient access for morning rides. The park features both primitive sites and those with utilities. Most horse sites are back-in style and require some leveling. Walnut River Area within the park provides additional horse camping options with access to the park's extensive trail system.

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      1. Sand Hills State Park Campground

      4.4(5)20mi from Halstead64 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Horse friendly. Over 600 acres of equestrian trails tent and rv sites. Good, clean restroom/showers."

      "Nice pull through & back in site just 4 miles from Kansas fairgrounds"

      from $21 - $24 / night

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      2. Boulder Bluff Area — El Dorado State Park

      3.5(12)39mi from Halstead55 sitesRVs, Tents

      "My husband, our 2 dogs, and I stayed at the Equestrian Loop. We pulled in our PUP for a night sleep."

      "We stayed in the equestrian loop. All but a couple primitive sites are back-in. The layout of the fire rings, grills and picnic tables are all weird..."

      from $10 - $23 / night

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      3. Kansas State Fair RV Park

      Be the first to review23mi from Halstead1 siteRVs, Tents, Cabins

      from $95 / night

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      4. Walnut River Area — El Dorado State Park

      2.8(6)39mi from Halstead165 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      from $12 - $95 / night

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      5. Mulberry Campground — Kanopolis State Park

      3.0(1)48mi from HalsteadRVs, Tents
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    Equestrian Camping Reviews near Halstead, KS

    24 Reviews of 5 Halstead Campgrounds

    • R
      Jul. 30, 2018

      Sand Hills State Park Campground

      Very nice low key. Easy to find. Friendly staff.

      State park. Reservations accepted. Horse friendly. Over 600 acres of equestrian trails

      tent and rv sites. Good, clean restroom/showers.

    • Brittany G.
      Oct. 4, 2020

      Boulder Bluff Area — El Dorado State Park

      Peaceful stay

      My husband, our 2 dogs, and I stayed at the Equestrian Loop. We pulled in our PUP for a night sleep. The spot we chose to pop up was right near the water, and you could hear the waves hitting the shore all night long. A beautiful and peaceful sound.

    • T
      Sep. 19, 2020

      Boulder Bluff Area — El Dorado State Park

      Beautiful and peaceful

      We stayed in the equestrian loop. All but a couple primitive sites are back-in. The layout of the fire rings, grills and picnic tables are all weird... Not consistent and usually on the wrong side of your trailer. The parking pad was nowhere near level, so you'll want to plan for that. The trees are lovely. You're very near the water and the breeze was beautiful. The toilet at the loop are pit. The bath house was not clean and many of the showers didn't work.. Water is lukewarm but water pressure was great. No stall doors on toilets or showers. We used the city of El Dorado dump station. The park is massive. Lots of amenities in El Dorado. And a quick jump to Wichita. We will be back.

    • Angie S.
      Jul. 20, 2018

      Boulder Bluff Area — El Dorado State Park

      Walnut River Area, Big Oak Campground

      You'd think the Big Oak Campground in El Dorado State Park would be amazing. It's shaded with huge trees, nice sized sites some of which are very spread out, a quick walk to the swim beach and a quick drive to put your boat in the water. Unfortunately these pluses are far outweighed by the negatives. First the bathrooms were horrible. I realize they are older restrooms but they smelled awful, they were never obviously cleaned, the showers were not even a tiny bit private, the door to the restroom was broken and had to be propped open with a tree branch. Just over the bridge at the swim beach they were worse and some of the doors in the women’s room were missing. Yuck! Secondly basic campground rules were not enforced at all. The site across from us easily had 30 people camping and were up until 4am with loud music and a bright light on. I’m not kidding, my daughter was up around 3 to use the restroom and we walked by twice. The family in the site next to us had at least 4 cars and 2 tents set up outside the site on the walking path in addition to their two tents in their own site. The dog free swim beach had dogs on it. We camp with our dogs, one of which loves to swim and even I don’t want dogs on a public beach. Our camping weekend was negatively affected by poor camping etiquette and a sever lack of basic rule enforcement. We won’t be back to El Dorado State Park Big Oak campsite any time soon. Cross Timbers and Fall River are much better!

    • Angie S.
      Jul. 20, 2018

      Walnut River Area — El Dorado State Park

      Big Oak Campground

      You'd think the Big Oak Campground in El Dorado State Park would be amazing. It's shaded with huge trees, nice sized sites some of which are very spread out, a quick walk to the swim beach and a quick drive to put your boat in the water. Unfortunately these pluses are far outweighed by the negatives. First the bathrooms were horrible. I realize they are older restrooms but they smelled awful, they were never obviously cleaned, the showers were not even a tiny bit private, the door to the restroom was broken and had to be propped open with a tree branch. Just over the bridge at the swim beach they were worse and some of the doors in the women’s room were missing. Yuck! Secondly basic campground rules were not enforced at all. The site across from us easily had 30 people camping and were up until 4am with loud music and a bright light on. I’m not kidding, my daughter was up around 3 to use the restroom and we walked by twice. The family in the site next to us had at least 4 cars and 2 tents set up outside the site on the walking path in addition to their two tents in their own site. The dog free swim beach had dogs on it. We camp with our dogs, one of which loves to swim and even I don’t want dogs on a public beach. Our camping weekend was negatively affected by poor camping etiquette and a sever lack of basic rule enforcement. We won’t be back to El Dorado State Park Big Oak campsite any time soon, at least not during the busy summer camping season. Cross Timbers and Fall River are much better!

    • Jason S.
      Apr. 14, 2018

      Boulder Bluff Area — El Dorado State Park

      Fun Area

      This Park is closer to home so just took my son on a quick fishing/camping overnigh for his birthday. Stayed at the Walnut River Area, the Blue stem area was still closed down for winter in April. Lots of good places to fish on this reservoir, fish weren't biting so we spent quite a bit of time riding our bikes around the area. There is a large playground for kids, a nice swim beach away from the main lake, an archery range, and they are building a pistol/ rifle range next to the ranger station for public use.

    • Z
      May. 27, 2018

      Boulder Bluff Area — El Dorado State Park

      El Dorado State Park Bluestem for an easy, laid-back weekend!

      Restrooms with showers and dumpsters (for you campsite garbage) are widely available during camping season. The designated swim areas are great for the whole family because there is a wide and far out area that doesn't get too deep while being roped off. NO STICKERS IN THE GRASS AT THE DESIGNATED CAMP SITES!!!!! At some sites, you can fish just feet from your tent. Beware at the box turtle camp site though, a channel runs 3-4 feet out from the shore and drops about 12 feet QUICK so don't swim there! The general store and bait shop at Bluestem is wonderful. If you visit Kansas State Parks frequently, it pays to purchase an annual vehicle permit early in the year when they are discounted rather than pay per day every time you visit.

    • Katie L.
      Jul. 5, 2024

      Mulberry Campground — Kanopolis State Park

      Cicada City

      Nice easy place to pitch a tent or hang a hammock. Primitive campground is well maintained and largely unoccupied because of the lack of hookups for RVs. Stayed on 4th of July and only one other family was in the entire campground. Close to swimming beach, but bring your own water as there is no spigot nearby. Great birds too!

    Guide to Halstead

    Sand Hills State Park Campground sits approximately 4 miles north of Hutchinson and 20 miles northwest of Halstead, Kansas. The campground features distinctive sand dune formations created by wind-deposited sand from the Arkansas River. The park spans 1,123 acres of natural sand prairie habitat with 14 miles of marked trails crossing rolling terrain. Winter camping remains available with reduced services from November through March.

    What to do

    Swim near your campsite: At Boulder Bluff Area — El Dorado State Park, campers can enjoy swimming just steps from their tent. "The designated swim areas are great for the whole family because there is a wide and far out area that doesn't get too deep while being roped off," notes Zephyr Y.

    Explore on bikes: The network of paved trails and campground roads provides excellent cycling opportunities. "There are lots of paved trails and paved roads in the campground that are nice for biking. There are some trails through the woods also," reports Mary at El Dorado State Park.

    Avoid summer crowds: For a quieter experience at Mulberry Campground — Kanopolis State Park, consider visiting during holiday periods. "Stayed on 4th of July and only one other family was in the entire campground. Close to swimming beach, but bring your own water as there is no spigot nearby," advises Katie L.

    What campers like

    Peace and quiet: Many equestrian campgrounds near Halstead, Kansas offer tranquil experiences away from crowds. "The primitive campground is well maintained and largely unoccupied because of the lack of hookups for RVs," notes Katie L. about Mulberry Campground.

    Lakeside camping: Walnut River Area — El Dorado State Park provides sites near water features. "Beautiful setting," writes Donna G. about Old Oak camping area. Other campers appreciate the accessibility to water recreation: "Good wish could've been closer to the boats, but nearby the swimming area."

    Simple amenities: Sand Hills State Park gets praise for basic but functional facilities. "Restrooms with showers and dumpsters are widely available during camping season," reports one visitor. Another camper notes, "Showers were nice. They were over run with bugs but that was to be expected since it's early May."

    What you should know

    Campsite layout variations: At El Dorado State Park's equestrian areas, expect some site design inconsistencies. "The layout of the fire rings, grills and picnic tables are all weird... Not consistent and usually on the wrong side of your trailer. The parking pad was nowhere near level, so you'll want to plan for that."

    Bathroom conditions: Facilities vary widely between camping areas. "The bathrooms were horrible. I realize they are older restrooms but they smelled awful, they were never obviously cleaned, the showers were not even a tiny bit private," reports Angie S. about Big Oak Campground.

    Seasonal limitations: Some areas have reduced services during winter. "It was very confusing to get a site because there was no camp host available and the park office was closed. There were maps on bulletin boards but no printed maps were available."

    Tips for camping with families

    Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play areas for children. "We usually stay on the Walnut River side as there is a large playground with tent sites close enough to keep an eye on the kiddos," recommends Kara S., adding "They also have a swim area on this side."

    Weekend considerations: Holiday periods can change the camping experience. "This is a popular weekend get-away. It's less than an hour from Wichita, clean, taken care of. My experience over the holiday weekends has usually been that's when the rowdy crowd shows up but this campground was comfortable and family-oriented," reports Brad H. about El Dorado State Park.

    Fishing options: For family fishing outings, several sites offer easy access. "Lots of good places to fish on this reservoir, fish weren't biting so we spent quite a bit of time riding our bikes around the area," shares Jason S.

    Tips from RVers

    Leveling requirements: Many sites require adjustment for comfortable RV parking. Victoria S. notes about Sand Hills State Park: "Park was a little unlevel so definitely need to bring extra wood to level correctly."

    Overnight convenience: Kansas State Fair RV Park in Hutchinson provides basic hookups for quick stays. Located just 4 miles from the Kansas fairgrounds, this park offers pull-through and back-in sites with electric, water and sewer connections. Though minimal in amenities, its proximity to town makes it practical for short visits.

    Dump station options: Some parks have limited waste disposal facilities. "We used the city of El Dorado dump station," mentions one RVer, highlighting the importance of planning for tank emptying when visiting horse campgrounds near Halstead, Kansas.

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