Best Equestrian Camping near Cynthiana, KY
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Cynthiana, KY (6)
1. Kentucky Horse Park Campground
Georgetown, Kentucky47 Reviews•70 Photos•170 SavesCome out, relax and enjoy the complete resort atmosphere of the Kentucky Horse Park Campground!
A full service facility, our campground has many extras for your comfort including a grocery store/gift shop and two bathhouses with modern conveniences. During your stay, be sure to take advantage of our tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts, cool off in our junior Olympic-size swimming pool and participate in our planned activities.
For those seeking to stretch their legs a little more, venture out on the Legacy Trail, a 12-mile-long (8.5 miles is currently finished) paved walking and biking trail leading from the Kentucky Horse Park Campground to downtown Lexington.
Campers may also visit the world famous Kentucky Horse Park at a discounted rate and receive free parking with the purchase of their admission tickets when purchased at the Campground Store.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$24 - $45 / night
2. East Fork State Park Campground
Concord, Ohio63 Reviews•272 Photos•182 SavesEast Fork State Park Campground is large with 400+ year-round sites mostly wooded, and located on the north side of the lake. (follow link for reservation details) It offers Electric and Full Hookup sites, including an equestrian camping in Loop A; all with 20, 30, and 50 amp service. Designated hammock camping sites are available.
Each site has a paved pad, picnic table, and fire ring. Bring your own equipment and play cornhole, soccer, basketball; plus enjoy beach and boat ramp access and pay-to-play putt-putt. Visitor’s Passes ($3) are collected from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend and special holidays (ie-Halloween campouts). Leashed pets are permitted in all areas.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$29 - $30 / night
3. Twin Knobs Recreation Area
Salt Lick, Kentucky40 Reviews•131 Photos•236 SavesOverview
Nestled on the shores of Cave Run Lake, this camp is part of the larger Twin Knobs Recreation Area. There are more than 200 sites spread out over 10 loops under a dense forest of mixed conifer and deciduous trees. The recreation area includes two reservable group picnic areas. Group camping is also available.
Recreation
Summer amphitheater programs and scheduled campground activities provide family fun and entertainment. The campground also has volleyball courts, basketball hoops and horseshoe pits. There is a boat ramp and beach. Popular lake activities include fishing, swimming, motor boating, windsurfing, sailing and water skiing. Scenic foot trails include the 2.5-mile Twin Knobs Shoreline Trail and the 1.5-mile Knob Overlook Trail.
Natural Features
The Daniel Boone National Forest embraces some of the most rugged terrain west of the Appalachian Mountains. The forest lies within the Cumberland Plateau, where steep forested slopes, sandstone cliffs and narrow ravines characterize the land in this region. Cave Run Lake is in the Cumberland District in the northernmost part of the forest. The lake is surrounded by the rolling hills of northeastern Kentucky.
Nearby Attractions
The Morehead Office Visitor Center offers information about the Daniel Boone National Forest in addition to interpretive exhibits. A popular attraction within the Daniel Boone National Forest is the Red River Gorge Geological Area, which features more than 100 natural sandstone arches.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
$40 - $43 / night
4. A.J. Jolly Park & Campground
Alexandria, Kentucky11 Reviews•23 Photos•92 SavesA.J. Jolly Park & Campground is an award-winning, 1000 acre park that offers 83 Camping Spots (47 of which have been improved with water and electric) and many outdoor activities. A.J. Jolly offers approximately 20 miles of trails to enjoy a day out on the horse. We are proud of our new stable and campground, which includes a new 28 stall barn, 12 site campground with water and electric, comfort station, dump station, pavilion with grills, and a playground.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
5. Daniel Boone National Forest White Sulphur Horse Camp
Salt Lick, Kentucky1 Review•3 Photos•6 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
- Equestrian
6. Hideaway at Two Crane Lake
Be the first to review!Owenton, Kentucky•6 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Equestrian
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Trash
$36 - $45 / night
Recent Equestrian Reviews in Cynthiana
162 Reviews of 6 Cynthiana Campgrounds
Lee D.
Legend
East Fork State Park Campground
HUGE state park with many activities
General: Huge state park with over 400 sites. All are pet-friendly and electric. About 20 are FHU. While tent camping is permitted, certain sites are not recommended for it as there would be no place to pitch a tent. One loop is for equestrian camping but when we were there, I only saw one horse trailer, and the rest were occupied by RV campers.
Site Quality: All camper pads are paved and most appeared level or just very slightly sloped. A picnic table and fire ring complete the site. Some sites have more trees to provide privacy while others are closer together with little separation.
Bath/Shower House: Not all loops have their own bath house and the I loop where we stayed was one of them. We used the one in the H Loop. The bathhouses were clean, and the shower had nice hot water, however, it doesn’t seem like there were sufficient facilities for how large the campground was (H Loop had two showers, two toilets, and three sinks). Hooks or shelves would have been appreciated.
Activities/Amenities: Many activities can be enjoyed here including mini golf (small nine-hole course), soccer, basketball, tennis, volleyball, corn hole, boating, and bicycling. Playgrounds are in several loops (I saw them in C and G). Rentals are available but most are only in season (ended September 30). There is a nature center and several hiking or paved biking/walking trails. There is also a camper beach for boating and swimming.
When we reserved months earlier, we knew that our first night (a Saturday) was 100% full as we got the very last site. What we did not know is that there was a HUGE Halloween celebration complete with 30-40 decorated golf carts parading through the campground. The road was closed until 6:45 pm (we arrived around 7 pm) and cars lined both sides of the approximately two-mile road! If that's your thing, great but it wasn't necessarily ours!
I appreciate that this park encourages so much outdoor activity, but it is not very pedestrian-friendly. I walked the road from one end to the other and there was no shoulder and, in many spots, no place to safely step off into the grass. I’m guessing it is assumed you will either have a car or golf cart to get around.
One final note: for a park so close to a large city (Cincinnati), I was surprised the cell service was so lacking (on Verizon). We eked out one and occasionally two bars of 4G.
- MMarcia L.
TravelerEast Fork State Park Campground
Just my luck
When you check out, Eastfork, you should look at it personally instead of just online. My mistake was I did it online and I ended up with My Family being in the middle of the rich snob class of loop I lol.? We did have a very nice neighbor across from us the last couple days. The bathrooms were clean . Our lot was full of acorns very very dry and very very small lot. They say you’re supposed to camp or park your tent from the electric box over.
- jjeffrey D.
Guide
A.J. Jolly Park & Campground
AJ Jolly campground
Expensive for what it has to offer. At 48.00 bucks a night yes they do have WIFI in the RV section. They do have concrete pads. It’s a shame they are worthless they are to small to park the average RV on an are on the wrong side of most rigs unless you pull in 1/2 the sites the electric is on the wrong side. The sites are gravel and not level the rest rooms are new and nice. The horse stalks are very nice. If you have a large horse trailer type camper your screwed the sites are small so that only leaves you with the RV sites that are a few 100 feet away from the stables If you want to walk threw the drainage ditch add about 300 ft if you don’t want to walk threw the muck. It’s a shame when they paved the entry road they didn’t spend a little more. “Grant money “ or tax money an do it properly. The main play ground is extremely nice. About 1/3 Mile walk. They do have a small playground in the rv section. For horses again they have a nice setup for big RVs it Sux they have a dump station. Situated in between the entry road to the Fkatwood rv section and equestrian area The main lake is nice you can rent kayaks canoes. Or use your own boat. The boat ramp is nice the other end of the lake at the flat wood rv section. Is t really a lake it’s a back water shallow mud hole depending on the time of the year. Mosquitoes the size of jet fighters. Will rather eat you alive or carry you off. “Lol sorry could t resist “ it gets bad the park is clean and well maintained Except for the camp sites
- MMarcia L.Traveler
East Fork State Park Campground
Decent spot to tent camp (while working on my “itty bitt” camper
Lot372 sits in a little into the woods. Makes it cool for camping. Real camping without a camper. lol shade some sun but watch out for the yellow jackets!
- WWill I.
Scout
Kentucky Horse Park Campground
Very nice!
Just stopped for one night late in the afternoon and was easy to get off the interstate. Very nice grounds, clean restrooms, and quiet
Shannon G.LegendEast Fork State Park Campground
Spacious site
We enjoyed this site a lot. Neighbors weren’t sitting on top of one another. There was a tree for shade and plenty of space and grass to walk our dogs. Shower house was great!
Eleanor the Airstream R.
RangerKentucky Horse Park Campground
Quiet offseason stay
Beautiful campground surrounded by horse country. Slightly rolling hills in campground but mostly level sites. We chose site 13 because it looked level in pics and had some open green space behind for our dog (neighboring site did as well). Able to set up with no boards or leveling blocks.
Lots of trees in campground (leaves hadn’t started back yet) and medium size lots with water and electric only. Two dump stations available. 2 laundromats, a pool (closed when we were here), and large camp store.
Zach T.TravelerKentucky Horse Park Campground
Quick Trip
Came for just one night. It was decorated beautifully for Christmas. Site wasn’t the easiest to back in. Obviously no sewer hookup which isn’t a huge problem. Hooked up to water and nothing came out. We got here at 9pm and left at 7:15am. Just an inconvenience but other than that it’s a beautiful park
Johanna R.TravelerKentucky Horse Park Campground
Beautiful
Very clean. Really pretty. Felt a little out of place only bc I had an older camper.
- CCheerioScout
Twin Knobs Recreation Area
Beautiful Area
Stayed on the F Loop next to the lake, fire pit, picnic table, level tent site and bathroom showers a short walk. Camp hosts very friendly and helpful. campsite are close together.
Christie D.TravelerEast Fork State Park Campground
Eastfork lake camp.
This camp grounds beautiful, spacious, clean, and close to the lake.
Danielle F.GuideKentucky Horse Park Campground
Top spot for us
Love this campground. It is definitely one of our top spots. Reasonable price, lots of trees for shade, amenities are great - pool, playground, you can rent a golf cart if you want, you can visit the horse park and explore on the golf cart
- sshaunaScout
Twin Knobs Recreation Area
Amazing
We always make sure this is our #1 spot to go it's our home base campground , love the mature trees in the campground and the trail around the lake . It's beautiful ❤️ down here must visit.
- Jedaiah D.Scout
Kentucky Horse Park Campground
Great Camping
This campground was a great place to stay. We stayed the weekend while we were in Lexington for the RailBird festival.
- SStephanie H.Scout
East Fork State Park Campground
Nice area
Clean bathrooms and plenty of room between sites.
- DDestinyScout
East Fork State Park Campground
East fork
This place was amazing. My only complaint was the water stayed cold when I attempted to shower and the dryer didn't have any sort of timer and had to use it twice to get laundry dry
CampgroundKaren ..GuideTwin Knobs Recreation Area
Great campground! Large sites!
We stayed on an inner loop and was happy with our site but after scouting other sites, we would definitely go for an outer loop lakeside site next time. Gravel pads. Bathroom and showers were good. Quiet, peaceful campground with friendly staff. Enjoy all the lake activities!
- jjeffrey D.Guide
A.J. Jolly Park & Campground
A J Jolly
Recently looked at staying at the RV Flat Woods section. They haven’t done any camping upgrades. To the RV section the electrical. Is on the wrong side if a few sites. So you will need 25 ft 50 amp extension cord. The sites are Not Paved. They are Nit full hook up most of the pads they poured are in the Wrong position for a 5th wheel. For 45.00 a night. Your better off going to anyone of the Kentucky or Ohio State parks. They do have canoe rentals. and a huge frisbee golf course. “Rolling eyes “ really. They spent money on upgrades. Mainly on planting grass and walking loops. The few RV sites. Are gravel. Un even un kevel. And Over priced hasn’t changed for the past 4 years other than the price going up. The park area fir day use is nice. Ball field upgraded. Boat ramp. Same location just upgraded. With better automatic gate. Again the park is nice. But the rv section SUX. Especially fir 45.00 a night plus
jeff S.TravelerEast Fork State Park Campground
Clean
Wash houses where clean. Camping areas kept clean. Full hookup sites had plenty of room. Quiet at night. Enjoyed our stay.
John B.TravelerEast Fork State Park Campground
Great Park, lots of people.
Great Park, several access points to the unlimited HP lake. Recently lucky enough to watch scull Rowing races . It is a big Park, and lots of campsites and very busy. Total of 34 miles trails. this is combined with horse, hiking and biking trails around the lake.
- SStephanie D.Scout
Kentucky Horse Park Campground
Busy weekend
Campground full. But still quiet group of people. Sites are not as spacious as most state parks but access to the horse park is fantastic.
Alisha R.GuideTwin Knobs Recreation Area
Twin Knobs cozy camping spots
Good level spots. Quiet the first week of April. Good picnic table and fire pit. Restrooms are not far from any of the site in the loop. Will update after we use the shower house. I thought that we would be able to walk from our location to the camp store. It is possible but not easy. The camp store and laundry were closed March 31, bought firewood at entry for $8 a bundle.
- jjeffrey D.Guide
East Fork State Park Campground
East Fork State Park Ohio
Sites are easily accessible each site or loop has a nice size turnabout so your facing the proper direction for backing in the sites are. Paved and level restrooms and showers are all ADA accessible and very clean hot water is hot @allways a plus for us “ the trails are nice The park is well taken care of. The lake is large enough for skiers jet sky’s fishing or even larger boats. We use to bring a 32 ft weekender. And camp out on the water in one of the many back water boils or coves this visit was march 27 2023. Not exactly peak season but again plenty of maintenance and ranger presents Daily cleanup and general policing 8 or 10 miles from anything you could possibly need or want
Judy B.RangerA.J. Jolly Park & Campground
Lovely spot!
Overnighted here with my horses on my way south for the winter, but will definitely be coming back and spending more time. Stall accommodations are excellent, even include bedding. The camp Ranger/host, Larry?, was incredibly helpful and kind.
- BBobby C.Guide
A.J. Jolly Park & Campground
Good for a quick get away.
I’m in a class a 35 foot motorhome. Live less than 30 mins away. Glad I checked it out I will come again. The Bathhouse is super nice and clean. The sites I’m at are on a hillside so think theatrical style site. None are level looking so you will need to know what your doing. I’m o level your rig. The lake is in view to each site. The tables are all concrete and big but useable. The fire pit is way to close to my rig for comfort, I’ll save the wood. I was happy for a quick fix. So yea I will be back
Loryn B.ScoutEast Fork State Park Campground
Hope to see them encourage campground events again
Used to camp here all the time with my large family of 10 (plus family friends) and come every year for the Halloween camp out. We loved it so much we would stay for both weeks and even made family T shirts for the trip. In recent years it seems like they are going away from the fun events they do like the costume contest and hayrides and community stew. Hope to see them continue these events because it adds so much to the experience.
- Allyson C.Scout
Twin Knobs Recreation Area
Great experience
Wonderful area. Bath houses/restrooms were very clean and nice. (Single occupancy). Nice area. Beach area of lake was closed due to flooding.
Guide to Cynthiana
Horse camping in Kentucky offers a unique experience for equestrian enthusiasts, combining beautiful landscapes with facilities tailored for both riders and their horses.
Tips for equestrian camping near Cynthiana, Kentucky
- The Daniel Boone National Forest White Sulphur Horse Camp provides ample space for larger groups and is often less crowded, making it a great choice for those traveling with horses.
- At A.J. Jolly Park & Campground, you’ll find well-maintained horse stalls and a friendly camp host to assist with your needs.
- The Kentucky Horse Park Campground is surrounded by stunning horse country, offering a picturesque backdrop for your camping adventure.
Campers appreciate these amenities for horses
- The A.J. Jolly Park & Campground features excellent stall accommodations, complete with bedding, ensuring a comfortable stay for your horses.
- At the Kentucky Horse Park Campground, you can enjoy electric hookups and nearby trails for riding, making it a convenient spot for equestrian activities.
- The Daniel Boone National Forest White Sulphur Horse Camp offers a rustic experience with picnic tables and trash disposal, perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in nature.
Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like trails and stalls
- The Kentucky Horse Park Campground provides access to numerous trails, allowing riders to explore the scenic surroundings directly from their campsite.
- At A.J. Jolly Park & Campground, you can find a well-equipped equestrian area, making it easy to manage your horses during your stay.
- The Daniel Boone National Forest White Sulphur Horse Camp is designed for horse camping, featuring spacious sites and essential amenities for both horses and riders.
Frequently Asked Questions
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Cynthiana, KY is Kentucky Horse Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 47 reviews.
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