Best Equestrian Camping near Madisonville, KY

Madisonville, KY is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Madisonville campgrounds just for you. Find the best campgrounds near Madisonville, KY. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Madisonville, Kentucky (10)

    1. Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

    19 Reviews
    Dawson Springs, KY
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 797-3421

    $12 - $40 / night

    "Pennyrile Forest State Park off Ky69 outside Dawson Springs, Ky. A newer trail Pennyrile Nature Trail is 13.5 mile long hiking trail, from Dawson Springs to the park."

    "When I talked to the campground host, he was very pleasant and explained that you do not have to have a horse to camp in the equestrian sites. Those sites are level pull-through sites."

    2. Lake Mauzy East

    3 Reviews
    Morganfield, KY
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 389-3580

    "The tent pads are right by the water, offering stunning lake views. Each site comes equipped with a fire ring, picnic table, and access to toilets—everything you need for a comfortable stay."

    "Lake mauzy is very quiet. No hookups but if you want to boondocks this is a great place."

    3. Lake Barkley State Resort Park

    17 Reviews
    Cadiz, KY
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 924-1131

    $17 - $25 / night

    "the staff was helpful and friendly. the park had a great beach area. make sure you have extension cords and hoses as the utilities are positioned in between two sites. i only gave it 4 stars because of"

    "Although this is a remote campground, it is situated in a State RESORT park, so it is more like glamping."

    4. KOA Campground Kentucky Lakes Prizer Point

    14 Reviews
    Cadiz, KY
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 522-3762

    "You can't beat having a lake next to you while you are camping. This is something my family and I always look for when we are camping. Water is always a great place to entertain the kids and family."

    "Most sites have great views of Lake Barkley! Large camp store with a restaurant that serves sandwiches, pizza, beer and sodas... Golf cart rentals and the marina has boat rentals."

    5. Canal Campground- Lake Barkley COE

    20 Reviews
    Grand Rivers, KY
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 362-4840

    $20 - $256 / night

    "Canal campground is right on the canal that connects Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake at the north end of Land Between the Lakes."

    "Right on Lake Barkley where it joins Kentucky Lake. Over 200,000 acres of lake. We had sites 76 and 77. The roads to the sites have a lot of curves be careful not to clip your trailer on a tree."

    6. Union County Fair

    1 Review
    Morganfield, KY
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 333-4107

    7. Cravens Bay - LBL Lake Access

    7 Reviews
    Kuttawa, KY
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 924-2000

    "Tucked away on an old dead end road (Forrest Service Rd 118), Craven's Bay campground is remote back country camping, right on the lake, but far away from any visitor attraction in Land Between the Lakes"

    "This gem in the Land Between the Lakes Rec area is a great spot to set up camp if you don’t mind the lack of showers."

    8. Camp Cadiz Campground

    6 Reviews
    Karbers Ridge, IL
    44 miles
    Website

    "On a gravel road, in the back country like most everything else on this side of Illinois , fill your gas tank up and your food locker or you will be driving back out a ways to refill. "

    "It's super quiet despite the gravel road nearby. The vault restroom is kept very clean. It has easy access to the River to River trail, and I love the CCC stonework."

    9. High Knob Campgrounds

    4 Reviews
    Karbers Ridge, IL
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 275-4494

    "deffinitly caters to equestrians, my only complaint is the shower houses. The potty area is clean but showers are usually kinda gross."

    "High Knob is a Horse campground in Shawnee National Forest near Garden of the Gods off Il1. The entire area has extensive trails through some awesome, hilly, rocky, cliffy areas."

    10. Double M Campground

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    Karbers Ridge, IL
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 275-4440
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Madisonville, KY

91 Reviews of 10 Madisonville Campgrounds



Guide to Madisonville

Horse camping in Kentucky offers a unique blend of scenic trails and well-equipped facilities for equestrian enthusiasts. With a variety of campgrounds catering to horse campers, you can enjoy the great outdoors while ensuring your equine companions are well taken care of.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like full hookups

Tips for equestrian camping near Madisonville, Kentucky

  • When visiting Canal - Lake Barkley, arrive early to secure a site with water and electric hookups, as they can fill up quickly.
  • At Camp Cadiz Campground, take advantage of the quiet atmosphere and limited campsites for a more private experience.
  • Be prepared for narrow roads and tight turns at Cravens Bay - LBL Lake Access, which can be challenging for larger trailers but rewarding for those seeking seclusion.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Madisonville, KY is Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park with a 4-star rating from 19 reviews.

What is the best site to find equestrian camping near Madisonville, KY?

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