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Best Equestrian Camping near Taylorsville, KY

151 Reviews

Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground offers specialized equestrian camping with pull-through sites designed for horse trailers. Located within a 1,200-acre park, the campground features dedicated equestrian sites in addition to its standard RV and tent camping areas. The campground maintains 24 miles of trails primarily used by horseback riders, with hiking and mountain biking also permitted. Sites in the equestrian section are positioned relatively close together according to campers, but provide necessary amenities for horse owners. Clean facilities and friendly staff enhance the camping experience at this Kentucky State Park.

Trail access is a significant draw for equestrians at Taylorsville Lake. The extensive trail system winds through varied terrain with multiple access points from the campground areas. The park remains open seasonally from April 1 to December 15, making it unavailable during winter months. Water access at Taylorsville Lake itself provides additional recreation opportunities, though shoreline accessibility is somewhat limited and most visitors find a boat necessary for full lake enjoyment. The campground features two playgrounds, heated bathrooms, and adequate space for horse trailers at appropriate sites. Some primitive camping options are available but are positioned farther from lake access. For riders planning visits, reservations are recommended as the equestrian sites can fill quickly during peak season.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Taylorsville, Kentucky (8)

    1. Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground

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

    $20 - $45 / night

    "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."

    "The do have some pull through sites for equestrian trailers. Good horse trails. Clean facilities."

    2. My Old Kentucky Home State Park Campground

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

    $25 - $45 / 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."

    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. Kentucky Horse Park Campground

    49 Reviews
    Georgetown, KY
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (859) 259-4257

    $40 - $43 / night

    "Great for equestrian trailers, convenient location off Interstate and right next to Kentucky Horse Park. Bathhouse, game room, laundry, camp store available."

    "I'll preface this with the fact that I am a Lexington, KY Native and have always lived close to the Kentucky Horse Park and Kentucky Horse Park Campground, but have never stayed there until this weekend"

    5. Deam Lake State Recreation Area Campground

    18 Reviews
    Borden, IN
    41 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."

    6. Otter Creek Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Garrett, KY
    39 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."

    7. Cecilia Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Elizabethtown, KY
    43 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!"

    8. Hideaway at Two Crane Lake

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    Owenton, KY
    34 miles

    $36 - $45 / night

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151 Reviews of 8 Taylorsville Campgrounds

  • 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.

  • Lisa S.
    Apr. 6, 2019

    Kentucky Horse Park Campground

    Great Place to Relax and Unwind

    Over 250 full hookup sites, great shade, beautiful trees, good size lots, however, some are on a grade making leveling difficult. Electric and primitive sites available. Great for equestrian trailers, convenient location off Interstate and right next to Kentucky Horse Park. Bathhouse, game room, laundry, camp store available. Numerous playgrounds and basketball courts for the kiddos. Swimming pool and for the avid hikers a trail that takes you to downtown Lexington.

  • 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.

  • Marissa G.
    Apr. 12, 2021

    Kentucky Horse Park Campground

    Nice Campground Right between Lexington and Georgetown

    I'll preface this with the fact that I am a Lexington, KY Native and have always lived close to the Kentucky Horse Park and Kentucky Horse Park Campground, but have never stayed there until this weekend. 

    We stayed on Loop A in site #38.

    First, site #38 was a great large and fairly level site with 50AMP hookups and Water. There were no sewer hook ups, but the park has 2 dump stations that accommodate 2 RV/Trailers being dumped at one time. The site had a large amount of space between ourselves and our neighbors and we had a lot of extra space behind out paved site that was grassy. A great area for the kids/pets to run around. 

    The park has 2 playgrounds (one was closed due to COVID and the sanitizing that would have to be done. The park said they didn't have the staff to sanitize the playground further from the office/store). There is a community pool (it was closed because it isn't memorial day yet and the staff is still trying to determine if it will open this season after being closed all of 2020 due to COVID).

    You're able to bring your Golf Cart if you would like but you must get a permit from the campground office/store. They say there is a rule that no one under the age of 16 or anyone without a valid drivers license is allowed to drive the golf carts, but this is clearly not enforced, as my kids were nearly run over (more than once) by young kids speeding around on the gold carts. 

    The park is great for bike riding and you can travel just a short distance to get to the Legacy Trail (a 12 mile paved trail great from biking/running that runs from the horse park into downtown Lexington). It rained most of the day on Saturday while we were there but in the evening, we got to get the bikes out and go see the horses as they were grazing in the fields. 

    Right next door, you have the World Famous Kentucky Horse Park. Their trail rides are back open (Ages 7 an older $25.00 per person) and they also have their Pony ride for kids 12 and under ($5 a person) opened back up. You can go visit the different barns, go to the museums, etc. 

    Just 1 exit north on I75 you have  a Camping World, for all of your camping needs and then 1 exit after that you have a Walmart and Lowes for other things. Many food options as well. 

    There is a gas station just down Iron Works pike for all of your fuel and and snack needs. Attached to the gas station is also a liquor store. 

    Your smack in the middle of Georgetown and Lexington which both offer several family friendly Craft Beer Breweries/Taprooms, a lot of great local eating options and bars/nightlife options. 

    On Holidays now, at the Horse Park Campground, you have to have 5 day minimum stay, which can get a bit pricey. 

    All around though, great little campsite with easy access to I65/I64.

  • Courtney K.
    Aug. 15, 2021

    Kentucky Horse Park Campground

    Clean and convenient

    Clean bathrooms and sites, within easy walking distance to the Kentucky Horse Park. Pay attention to which site you pick- if you’re in c loop, it’s a long walk to the bathroom!

  • P
    May. 12, 2021

    Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground

    Nice spots with good spacing between

    Taylorsville Lake State Park campground is the newest in the KY state park system, and has gravel sites that have good spacing between sites. They are almost all very level which makes for easy set up. There are nice playgrounds for the kids and the roads are in excellent condition. Electrical hookups for 50 amp are available. The shower houses were amazingly clean when we visited. The park has 24 miles of trails for horseback riding, hiking, and mountain biking, although horses are the main users. The only negative that we had was nothing to do with the park, but the speed that people were driving through the campground. Some sites with sewer hook ups would have earned 5 stars. We have stayed here twice in sites 1 & 9 so our grandkids could easily access the playground.

  • P
    Sep. 29, 2018

    Kentucky Horse Park Campground

    Great facilities, friendly staff and close to the Kentucky Horse Park.

    It can accommodate all sizes of tv's and also tent campers. All types of hook-ups with well maintained road access.

    The office/store is well stocked and the help is friendly. It is not far off of main highways and close to the Kentucky Horse Park.

  • 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.

  • Bran P.
    Jul. 18, 2016

    Kentucky Horse Park Campground

    Beautiful

    Very beautiful CG in Kentucky. Green everywhere and lots of fun. Hiking, trails, etc. all around, and of course, the Horse Park!

Guide to Taylorsville

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

Tips for equestrian camping near Taylorsville, Kentucky

  • The Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground features spacious sites and is known for its clean facilities, making it a great choice for horse campers.
  • At the Kentucky Horse Park Campground, you can enjoy the beautiful surroundings of horse country while having access to amenities like electric hookups and a camp store.
  • For a more rustic experience, consider the Cecilia Campgrounds, which offers a laid-back atmosphere on an organic hay farm with a fishing pond.

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