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Best Equestrian Camping near Benton, KY

128 Reviews

Wranglers Campground in Land Between the Lakes recreation area offers extensive facilities for equestrian campers near Benton, Kentucky. The campground features spacious pull-through sites with full hookups including electric, water and sewer connections. Horse-friendly accommodations include tent sites, RV spots, and cabins with proximity to stables. The campground receives consistently high ratings from visitors who appreciate the clean, comfortable cabins positioned strategically away from the horse stables to avoid odors while maintaining convenient access. Facilities accommodate both overnight visitors and those bringing their own horses for trail riding. The campground store sells essential supplies including firewood and basic provisions, while communal amenities include showers, toilets, and a sanitary dump station for RVs.

Trail access directly from the campground connects riders to the extensive Land Between the Lakes trail system. Riders frequently note the trails as best for horses in Kentucky, with multiple route options suitable for different experience levels. The campground layout keeps horse areas separate from general camping while maintaining accessibility. Sites 49-51 offer adequate space for large rigs despite some online mapping inconsistencies. Visitors should anticipate a lively atmosphere rather than solitude, as the campground regularly features horses neighing, dogs barking, and evening social gatherings. Wranglers Campground operates with a reservation system, particularly important during peak seasons when the facility frequently reaches capacity. The combination of equestrian facilities, trail access, and accommodation options makes this destination a focal point for horse camping in the region.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Benton, Kentucky (12)

    1. Canal Campground- Lake Barkley COE

    21 Reviews
    Grand Rivers, KY
    13 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."

    "Grand Rivers KY Canal Campground at Barkley Lake COE Site 111 This is a great COE campground located between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley, with views of the Barkley Dam."

    2. KOA Campground Kentucky Lakes Prizer Point

    14 Reviews
    Cadiz, KY
    21 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."

    3. Lake Barkley State Resort Park

    19 Reviews
    Cadiz, KY
    25 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. Cravens Bay - LBL Lake Access

    7 Reviews
    Kuttawa, KY
    19 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."

    5. Colson Hollow Group Camp Land Between the Lakes

    2 Reviews
    Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, KY
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 924-2044

    $40 / night

    "It was quiet, secluded from other campers, and we had close access to the lake where we were parked. We will definitely be camping here again!"

    6. Wranglers Campground

    4 Reviews
    Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, KY
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 924-2000

    $6 - $10 / night

    "We didn’t have any neighbors and were located close to the showers and some horse stables (but far enough away from them so as to not smell horses the whole time lol)."

    "Fun experience staying with all the horses! I didn’t really know it was a thing to bring horses to camp and ride them on the trails! Loved it. Spots are pretty close together but fine for big rigs."

    7. The Art Farm Women’s Retreat

    3 Reviews
    Paducah, KY
    26 miles
    +1 (270) 217-2170

    $30 - $90 / night

    8. Shawnee Forest Campground

    36 Reviews
    Vienna, IL
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 658-0619

    $40 / night

    "We followed our GPS to the clearly marked CG entrance but our GPS showed we still had about a half mile to go."

    "Super friendly camp host, conveniently located off the interstate and feels pretty secure and tranquil. I will say some of the gravel was washed out which is surprising given how dry it’s been."

    9. Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

    19 Reviews
    Dawson Springs, KY
    42 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."

    10. Hayes Canyon Campground

    1 Review
    Eddyville, TN
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 672-4751

    $15 - $32 / night

    "A luxurious crowded but nice campsites older stalls cabins available great trails and maps available store and cowboy church. Permanent sites available"

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  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2017

    Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

    Going down

    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. There is also a site for the Pennyrile Trail which is a 75 mile driving loop connecting several Kentucky parks.

    The park is multi-leveled with the views and some cool rock formations. The beach has some confusing parking signs, but we figured it off. It was busy and had some loud visitors with loud vehicles and loud vehicles. Not surprising considering the neighborhood it is located in.

    The campground has some interesting sites all along the roadway. The campground and horse campground are connected. Several of the sites can be challenging due to not being level or being shallow, but they are workable.

    I'm not sure if biking would be great due to the hills but it would be challenging. Hiking and backpacking definitely and of course swimming and horseback riding( on your own horse)

  • Myron C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 15, 2019

    Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

    Campground with a Lot of Activities but Doesn't Feel like a Gated Community

    Pennyrile Forest State Park was a pleasant surprise, especially compared to the many state parks I visited in my earlier years in North Carolina. However, when you reserve your site make sure you ask about the specific site’s terrain. Site 48, where I was, was sloped with no grass and had just been repaired. There were a lot of grassy sites, and they were much better. 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. There is a camp store, although it is small and limited, but they do sell firewood. Not only does this state park have a putt putt course, but it also has an 18-hole golf course complete with pro shop. The thing I enjoyed best about his state park is the waterfront. There is a large sandy beach and a place to rent canoes, kayaks, and paddle boats. Also at the beach are picnic tables, grills, a playground, and concessions. From the beach area, you can hike the lake trail, but it is moderate. There is a good view of the lake from the trail, and if you walk to the left before crossing the wooden bridge, you can see a very small waterfall. Even though you have to drive a little from the campground to get to it, there is a swimming pool and a lodge. Other activities include tennis courts and basketball. Staying at the campground, other than the sloping site, was a pleasant experience. It was not crowded and the bathrooms have hot showers, but I would suggest paying the extra$15.00 to get one of the equestrian sites.

  • L
    Sep. 28, 2021

    Wranglers Campground

    Awesome Campground

    Was greeted by friendly staff, splurged on a cabin and it was clean and comfortable. We didn’t have any neighbors and were located close to the showers and some horse stables (but far enough away from them so as to not smell horses the whole time lol). Great stay and would definitely recommend checking out this spot

  • Tessa C.
    Dec. 4, 2020

    Wranglers Campground

    Unique spot

    Fun experience staying with all the horses! I didn’t really know it was a thing to bring horses to camp and ride them on the trails! Loved it. Spots are pretty close together but fine for big rigs. Drawbacks: Sites 49-51 are mislabeled online. Booked a pullthru spot on 49 but it wasn’t. Campground was pretty full and we weren’t offered a lot to correct that the website was wrong. I could pay more for a different site... ended up taking “49” back in with ample space. Horses neigh, lots of barking dogs and some rowdy late night campers. If you are looking for a quiet getaway reconsider. We enjoyed being in it all and near the horses.

  • Kacie E.
    Aug. 22, 2018

    Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

    Beautiful and Spacious

    First of all, the drive to Dawson Springs is GORGEOUS. Rolling hills, farmland, trees, really gets you in the mood! Upon arrival, the camp store worker was very friendly, gave us a campground map and hiking map and answered all of our questions. We stayed in the regular campground but they also have a campground for people with horses/horse trailers, as the park has horse trails to go on as well! We didn’t swim in the lake, but it did look beautiful and looked to be a nice place to swim and kayak and paddle boat (which they have for rental as well). The hiking trails are gorgeous and vary in length and intensity. The spot that we were at had plenty of room to spread out and relax. One side had the picnic table and fire pit, and the other side was a grassy area with trees where we hung our hammock. It was stunning! We will definitely be back!

  • Staci R.
    Aug. 27, 2017

    Canal Campground- Lake Barkley COE

    Premier Glamping!!

    Canal campground is right on the canal that connects Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake at the north end of Land Between the Lakes. Sitting on the north side of the Canal, just outside of Grand Rivers, KY, where the famous Patti's Settlement boasts a two inch thick pork chop and home cooked everything. Canal campground books fast, and offers a substantial number of activities for all ages. Very well upkept and constantly making improvements, this is a favorites campground for folks from miles around.

  • J K.
    Nov. 1, 2019

    Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

    tons of water activities

    Great place to visit. Is beautiful with a lot of walking trails 10 things to do. In summer for swimming and rental boats paddle boats and some battery powered boats.I was there for a fall photography contest it was a little too soon and theirwas very little color. You can camp in tents or campers you can ride horses or enjoy the lake and many miles of walking trails. They also have hotel rooms and cabins if you care to spend multiple nights the beautiful Park and I highly recommend it to anybody that enjoys outdoor Beauty.This year 2019 makes the fifth year tha I've gone to Pennyroyal for the fall photography contest I've also been there a few springs for the spring photography contest. These photos are not the best cuz I took them from the restaurant through a window screen so you can kind of see it in the in the images I'll try to upload better ones later.

  • Randy Jessica M.
    Sep. 5, 2019

    Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

    NEEDS UPGRADED

    we went there for the night as we was driving through. they had a girl in there by herself and it was her first day and she didn't not know how to do stuff in there and all he sites are off and not even. so you have to go and stay where the horses are cause that area is even.

Guide to Benton

Wranglers Campground sits within the Land Between the Lakes recreation area near Benton, Kentucky. The campground connects directly to over 100 miles of riding trails throughout the 170,000-acre peninsula formed between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley. Weather patterns in this region typically feature humid summers with temperatures reaching 90°F and mild winters, making spring and fall the most comfortable seasons for equestrian camping.

What to do

Trail riding access: Wranglers Campground provides immediate access to the extensive Land Between the Lakes trail system. "Best horse campground in ky," notes David R., highlighting the campground's popularity among equestrian campers.

Water activities: Canal Campground- Lake Barkley COE offers multiple water-based recreation options. "Jump in your water craft from the boat ramp/dock within the campground and maneuver into either lake for site seeing, fishing and other water fun," explains reviewer Shelly S. The campground's position along the canal connecting Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley creates unique access to both bodies of water.

Wildlife observation: Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park features abundant wildlife viewing opportunities. "We even saw a bald eagle within 15 minutes drive from the park," reports Nicole P. The park's diverse ecosystems support varied bird and animal species throughout the seasons.

What campers like

Beach access: Lake Barkley State Resort Park provides well-maintained waterfront facilities. "Each campsite has fire pit, tent pad and picnic table," notes Taylor W., describing the clean facilities found at lakeside sites.

Seasonal activities: Visitors appreciate the variety of recreational options throughout the year. "Great place to visit. Is beautiful with a lot of walking trails 10 things to do. In summer for swimming and rental boats paddle boats and some battery powered boats," writes J K. about Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park.

Peaceful surroundings: Cravens Bay - LBL Lake Access receives consistent praise for its secluded setting. "Good campground. You have to deal with a lot of fishermen and seasonal campers. There is enough room to spread out from other campers," explains Wesley B. The remote location means fewer crowds but requires planning ahead with supplies.

What you should know

Site conditions vary: Many campgrounds in the region have uneven terrain. "Pads are not level. Saw a class A that had front wheels 10" off the ground and a TT with the hitch on the ground," observes Barry B. at Lake Barkley State Resort Park. Bringing additional leveling equipment is advisable.

Cell service inconsistency: Coverage varies significantly throughout the area. "We got two bars on Verizon," reports MickandKarla W. at Shawnee Forest Campground, but other areas may have limited or no service.

Seasonal facility limitations: "Primitive campground with electric and water, who knew. Nice sites well kept," notes George L., emphasizing the importance of understanding available amenities before arrival. Some campgrounds operate with reduced services during off-season periods.

Tips for camping with families

Beach-focused options: KOA Campground Kentucky Lakes Prizer Point offers comprehensive water activities for children. "We really enjoyed this place. Its pricey but they have a million activities for the price. The campsites are all beautiful and are either close or directly on the water," shares Karen L.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Benton, KY is Canal Campground- Lake Barkley COE with a 4.5-star rating from 21 reviews.

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