Best Equestrian Camping near Louisville, KY

Come Again Horse Camp provides one of the few equestrian-specific camping options near Louisville, Kentucky, with on-site horse corrals and ample trailer parking. The campground accommodates both tent and RV camping while catering specifically to trail riders. Drinking water, picnic tables, and toilet facilities are available for campers. Firewood can be purchased on-site, with a camp market offering basic supplies. The campground features big-rig friendly access, making it suitable for larger horse trailers and RV combinations. Porta-potties are well-kept and hand sanitizer is readily available throughout the facilities. The surrounding forest creates a buffer that dampens noise and provides natural shade for horses during summer months.

Located approximately 80 miles from Louisville, Youngs Creek Horse Camp offers primitive camping with trail access for riders exploring the Hoosier National Forest trail system. The camp permits alcohol and allows pets, making it suitable for family outings with both horses and dogs. While the site lacks electric hookups and modern amenities, its position provides direct access to extensive bridle trails. Drinking water is available on-site for both campers and horses. The camp features boat-in and drive-in access options, with adequate space for horse trailers. The trails surrounding both horse camps are well-maintained with clear markers, though some contain steep sections requiring experienced riders. During wet seasons, certain trail segments may become muddy and challenging for horses to navigate.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Louisville, Kentucky (11)

    1. Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest

    18 Reviews
    Fairdale, KY
    9 miles
    Website

    $15 - $30 / night

    "Super cute and tranquil surprise right outside of Louisville (20 minutes). Great little stop over if you are hitting the Bourbon Trail! Clean, quiet and spacious!"

    "Ear plugs are a must as it is in the direct flight path of a major airport. "

    2. Deam Lake State Recreation Area Campground

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

    $30 - $69 / 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."

    3. Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground

    29 Reviews
    Mount Eden, KY
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (502) 477-8713

    $24 - $50 / night

    "Felt like we were the only people without a horse or a fishing pole! Great water for kayaking and beautiful sunsets.

    Lots of raccoons in the area, so make sure your food is secure."

    "We had a pretty decent time at Taylorsville Lake. The spots were spacious, and very nice picnic tables. We did a trail which was nice and went down to a boat ramp to see the lake."

    4. My Old Kentucky Home State Park Campground

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

    $30 - $55 / 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."

    5. Otter Creek Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Garrett, KY
    26 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."

    6. Clifty Falls State Park Campground

    46 Reviews
    Madison, IN
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 273-8885

    $19 - $32 / night

    "Most of the sites border wooded areas, so they are in the open. Great access to the hiking trails, and the nice lodge for those who may want to check-in to a room or enjoy the indoor pool."

    "This loop has a really nice shower house and restroom facility centrally located in the loop. Sites are sectioned off by a strip of non-mowed tall grass for privacy."

    7. O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground

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

    $22 - $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."

    8. Youngs Creek Horse Camp

    8 Reviews
    Paoli, IN
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 547-7051

    "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."

    "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."

    9. Cecilia Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Elizabethtown, KY
    40 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!"

    10. Come Again Horse Camp

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

    $20 / night

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  • Stephanie T.
    Aug. 31, 2016

    Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground

    Peaceful, horse and fisherman friendly

    Felt like we were the only people without a horse or a fishing pole! Great water for kayaking and beautiful sunsets.

    Lots of raccoons in the area, so make sure your food is secure. Some of the sites are equestrian only, but they may give leeway. We reserved our primitive site ahead of time.

    Good weekend trip from Louisville.

  • Chelsea M.
    Jul. 31, 2021

    Deam Lake State Recreation Area Campground

    Not the worst experience

    After reading negative reviews from 2020, I was hesitant that they were true. That all of the critters from Louisville flock to this area. That wasn’t entirely untrue. This place is absolutely great for people watching, but expect the quiet time hours to not be enforced and a large number of dogs to bark all night. Early mornings are wonderful because nobody wakes up until at least 11. If you enjoy hiking; there are a nice array of trails. We avoided the beach; far too crowded. We intend on returning; but choose your spot wisely. Shower house bathrooms were very clean.

  • Tonya D.
    Aug. 12, 2019

    Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground

    Quiet, bathrooms lacking.

    We had a pretty decent time at Taylorsville Lake. The spots were spacious, and very nice picnic tables. We did a trail which was nice and went down to a boat ramp to see the lake. You can also rent boats there as well. The bathrooms in my opinion needed a major cleaning. They were nice just not very clean. We most likely won’t visit here again but was nice to hit a Kentucky campground. I have found that camping in Kentucky is much cheaper than in Indiana. Definitely worth a checkout.

  • 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.

  • M
    Oct. 24, 2019

    Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground

    Decent campground

    Nice campground. Not very big though. The do have some pull through sites for equestrian trailers. Good horse trails. Clean facilities.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Melissa A.
    Mar. 12, 2021

    Otter Creek Park Campground

    Great Park

    One of our favorite spots to camp. Beautiful trails for hiking, great creek for swimming, close to Louisville.

  • Sara U.
    Aug. 25, 2016

    Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground

    Great Park near Louisville

    We camped here for three days in early August and used it as a "home base" while we explored Louisville (Louisville Slugger Factory, Churchill Downs, etc.), bourbon country, etc. We also fished one evening on Taylorsville Lake, though it was a drive from our campsite, so wish the campsites were closer to the lake!


Guide to Louisville

Horse camping in Kentucky offers a unique blend of scenic trails and well-equipped facilities, making it a perfect getaway for equestrian enthusiasts.

Tips for equestrian camping near Louisville, Kentucky

  • The Come Again Horse Camp provides ample space for horse trailers and is conveniently located for easy access to nearby trails.
  • At Youngs Creek Horse Camp, you’ll find well-maintained facilities and a peaceful environment, ideal for relaxing after a day of riding.
  • O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground features a variety of trails suitable for horseback riding, along with friendly staff to assist with your needs.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • The Youngs Creek Horse Camp offers spacious sites with fire rings and vault toilets, ensuring a comfortable stay for both you and your horse.
  • At Come Again Horse Camp, you can enjoy the scenic views of a working farm while having access to essential amenities like drinking water.
  • O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground provides electric hookups and sanitary dump facilities, making it convenient for equestrian campers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Louisville, KY is Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest with a 4.3-star rating from 18 reviews.

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