Best Equestrian Camping near Brandenburg, KY

Come Again Horse Camp, located within Hoosier National Forest, is the only dedicated equestrian campground near Brandenburg, Kentucky. The camp features horse corrals, toilets, and drinking water access for both riders and horses. The campground accommodates tent and RV camping with sites that can handle large rigs, making it suitable for horse trailers. While the camp does not offer electrical hookups, it does provide amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and firewood available for purchase. Campsites operate on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations accepted. Bathroom facilities are basic but well-maintained. The surrounding woodlands create a comfortable, shaded environment for horses and their owners.

The trail system directly accessible from Come Again Horse Camp connects riders to extensive bridle paths throughout Hoosier National Forest. Located approximately 40 minutes from Brandenburg, the camp serves as an excellent base for exploring the region's forest trails. O'Bannon Woods State Park, though not specifically equipped with horse corrals, offers additional nearby riding opportunities with multiple trail options suitable for day rides. The Blue River area provides natural water access points for horses along several trails. Riders particularly appreciate the well-maintained paths and varied terrain suitable for different skill levels. For extended stays, portable corral systems are recommended as backup options since the fixed corrals are limited in number. The combination of established trails, natural water sources, and forest terrain makes this area popular for overnight equestrian camping trips.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Brandenburg, Kentucky (11)

    1. O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Leavenworth, IN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 738-8232

    $19 - $496 / night

    "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."

    "Very clean campground near the Ohio River. Offers hiking horse back riding nearby fishing in the Ohio River. Or just kicking back and relaxing."

    2. Otter Creek Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Garrett, KY
    8 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."

    3. Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest

    18 Reviews
    Fairdale, KY
    23 miles
    Website

    $15 - $30 / night

    "Great camping prices went up just a little bit from $13 to $18 but it is primitive no electric and I'm being told that they are building horse Stables. A lot of ticks out this year."

    "Having lived 62 years in Kentucky, less than twenty minutes from the Jeff. Forest, leaving to explore USA, then returning to my home state allows me a unique point of view."

    4. Nolin Lake State Park Campground

    40 Reviews
    Sweeden, KY
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 286-4240

    $25 - $40 / night

    "Near Brownsville, Ky and a little off the beaten path. But definitely worth a visit or two."

    "This lakeside getaway is one that will keep us coming back!! If you've never been to Kentucky...this will keep you coming back to the Bluegrass to camp for years to come!"

    5. Deam Lake State Recreation Area Campground

    18 Reviews
    Borden, IN
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 246-5421

    $23 - $64 / night

    "There are horse trails, a beach, and great water for swimming/kayaking/canoeing. It is pet friendly as well. The bath house in our area was older but fairly clean."

    "Horse camping so was cool to see the horses. A beach location and a few fishing spots.

    The lake doesn’t allow non electric motors so waters were calm. Caught some bluegills."

    6. Cecilia Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Elizabethtown, KY
    25 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. My Old Kentucky Home State Park Campground

    26 Reviews
    New Haven, KY
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (502) 348-3502

    $35 - $65 / night

    "Located very close to Bardstown and a lot of distilleries on the bourbon trail, the campground is great, very small fills up fast."

    "My Old Kentucky Home State Park Campground is a small campground, clean, and friendly staff. There is a golf course on site. Plenty to see, including My Old Kentucky Home, the tour was amazing."

    8. Hoosier National Forest North Face Loop Campground

    3 Reviews
    Saint Croix, IN
    27 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."

    9. Hoosier National Forest Jackpine Loop Campground

    3 Reviews
    Leopold, IN
    27 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."

    10. Come Again Horse Camp

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

    $20 / night

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  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Staci R.
    Apr. 16, 2023

    My Old Kentucky Home State Park Campground

    Old Home is aged, but still a hidden gem

    Located very close to Bardstown and a lot of distilleries on the bourbon trail, the campground is great, very small fills up fast. Like most Kentucky state parks be prepared for required extensions to your power and water hoses because with exception of a couple of sites everything is at least 30 to 36' away from your hook up. Beware of site 19 and the site next to the dump station because on the map it looks far away but in reality as you can see in the pictures it is right on top one another and creates congestion on Sunday morning during checkout.

  • 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.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 9, 2018

    Nolin Lake State Park Campground

    Yaking on the Nolin

    Ranger Review of Boost Oxygen at Nolin River State Park

    Campground Review: Nolin River SP is one of our area favorites. Near Brownsville, Ky and a little off the beaten path. But definitely worth a visit or two.

    This is not a huge State Park but it sits on Nolin River Lake and offers plenty of water sports to keep you entertained. The campgrounds were crowded when we visited.

    The RV campground sits behind a gated entry and has sites that have direct lake access. Very clean and well maintained, not a lot of shade or privacy though. The primitive/basic area is crowded. The sites are walk in and placed pretty close together under cedar trees. There is a fresh water point and the beach is a short distance away. There are some sites on a small hill lakeside that give an excellent view and have picnic tables.

    Obviously the main attraction is the lake, there is a lot of traffic on the lake. I kayak so at times it can be a little stressful when your wondering if that speedboat flying at you over the water sees you. I stayed close to the shoreline and did not attempt to cross the main thoroughfare. There are inlets that are less busy , you will usually see fishermen in those areas and travel is safer.

    In addition to the water Kentucky Mountain Bike Assiciation(KYMBA) has built a very nice trail system in the woods. I’ve never hiked the longest loop but the two shorter ones are challenging and fun to hike. Mountain bikers would find them very technical.

    On this visit we saw a new privately owned campground being built in front of the park entrance. It will be opening this season , graveled RV sites and a smal basic area for tents.

    Product Review: As a Dyrt Ranger I had the opportunity to use and review Boost Oxygen https://www.boostoxygen.com/ last summer. I recently received the smaller version of Boost Oxygen to take with me adventuring. Boost comes in three sizes and the one I reviewed is the mid-size version.

    I took Boost along with me on a vigorous hike in humid weather. It was more beneficial due to the humidity then the level of excercise.

    Pro: smaller size fit in one of my hydration packs front pockets

    Pro: easy to use

    Con: filling up those land fills

    Pro: it does make recovery faster

    Con: for amateur athletes/ sports enthusiasts not really sure it’s cost effective

    In conclusion if you are an extreme, high altitudes, low drag kinda adventurer this would be a worthwhile investment into your performance. For me, I can just as easily sit down and take a break, I’m in no hurry;)

  • G
    Oct. 5, 2022

    My Old Kentucky Home State Park Campground

    ONLY if you have to

    Gave it 2 stars only because of Bardstown & distilleries proximity. Not a level site to be found in this small park. As in most Kentucky parks the electric & water poles are 1 to 2 extension cords away. Again BRING PLENTY of BLOCKS!

    ATT & Verizon were both usable.

  • John D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 14, 2021

    My Old Kentucky Home State Park Campground

    Fun in Bardstown

    My Old Kentucky Home State Park Campground is a small campground, clean, and friendly staff. There is a golf course on site. Plenty to see, including My Old Kentucky Home, the tour was amazing. Scout & Scholar Brewery was great. We will be back to spend time strolling the streets of Bardstown and taking a Distillery Tour. The campground is close to everything. There is a railroad museum in New Haven, KY


Guide to Brandenburg

Horse camping in Kentucky offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and equestrian-friendly amenities, making it a perfect getaway for horse lovers.

Equestrian campgrounds include great facilities for your horse

  • At Come Again Horse Camp, you'll find dedicated horse corrals and ample space for your equine companions.
  • Youngs Creek Horse Camp provides a peaceful setting with vault toilets and fire rings, ideal for a relaxing stay with your horse.
  • Cecilia Campgrounds features a beautiful farm setting with mowed areas perfect for riding and exploring.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • Come Again Horse Camp offers easy access to trails, allowing for enjoyable rides right from your campsite.
  • At Youngs Creek Horse Camp, the spacious sites and well-maintained facilities ensure a comfortable experience for both you and your horse.
  • Cecilia Campgrounds allows for fishing and riding, making it a versatile spot for outdoor enthusiasts.

Tips for equestrian camping near Brandenburg, Kentucky

  • When visiting Come Again Horse Camp, be sure to bring bug spray to keep pesky insects at bay while you enjoy the trails.
  • At Youngs Creek Horse Camp, plan your visit during the week for a quieter experience, as weekends can attract more visitors.
  • Cecilia Campgrounds is a great choice for families, offering a laid-back atmosphere and opportunities for fishing alongside your equestrian adventures.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Brandenburg, KY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Brandenburg, KY is O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 20 reviews.

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