Top Horse Camping near Whitesburg, KY

Horse camping is the perfect way to enjoy Whitesburg. If you're an equestrian lover who prefers nature-based adventure, yet still wants comfort, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Whether you own a horse or are joining a tour group, equestrian camping is an adventurous and unique way to experience the city. Search nearby equestrian campsites or find top-rated spots from other campers.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Whitesburg, KY (9)

    Camper-submitted photo from Breaks Interstate Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Breaks Interstate Park Campground
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    1.

    Breaks Interstate Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    96 Photos
    100 Saves
    Breaks, Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $20 - $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Jenny Wiley State Park Campground

    2.

    Jenny Wiley State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    10 Photos
    29 Saves
    Prestonsburg, Kentucky

    This recreation area is part of Dewey Lake

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  1. 3.

    Cliffhanger Ranch Adventure Outpost

    2 Reviews
    19 Photos
    5 Saves
    Coeburn, Virginia

    Strategic Location for peaceful camping with lots of nearby options. Camping is very primitive and rustic as new amenities come online in planned future. The best time of booking is the weekend at present.

    We have:

    Wooded/Grassy hills with plenty of tree cover and open space to spread out . A uniquely positioned community fire pit is available with an impressive view. It is very rustic and primitive, but well kept, quiet, secluded, with developing surroundings.

    There is direct access to Jefferson National Forest and miles of hiking, biking and horseback trails. Equestrians encouraged, but is Bring your own horse and Tie Line.

    Nearby sites include Bark Camp Lake, Guest River Gorge, Bear Rock, Little Stony Falls, Chief Benge Trail, Devils Bath Tub, and High Knob. We are also located along several driving and scenic routes to include: Backroads of the Cumberland's, Appalachian Backroads, Virginia Wildlife and Birding Trail, and Thomas Jefferson Scenic Byway (Rt. 72). In addition, within a short drive there is an ATV trailhead in the local town. The Clinch River is not far at all as well.

    There is a small quaint downtown less than 5 miles with grocery, gas, supplies, and a few places to eat.

    Mission:

    The original idea for CR Adventure Outpost came many years ago. We grew up visiting "Grandma & Grandpa" in Wise County and developed a deep love for the area, the outdoors, and all it had to offer. There came a point, , when we realized that the amount of outdoor activities and authentic cultural experiences could indeed support visitors. It could also support many business opportunities once everyone became aware of what was all around them. At that point, a process began of research and planning on ideas some thought were pointless. People deeply want to get back to nature and withdrawal from a fast paced materialistic society, at least long enough to realize what is really important in life. There is a huge need and vast opportunity to take advantage of the many beautiful landscapes in Southwest Virginia.

    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian

    $20 - $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from German Bridge - Dewey Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from German Bridge - Dewey Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from German Bridge - Dewey Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from German Bridge - Dewey Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Bristol-Kingsport KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Bristol-Kingsport KOA
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    5.

    Bristol-Kingsport KOA

    3 Reviews
    14 Photos
    18 Saves
    Kingsport, Tennessee
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Cedar Ridge Hammock Campground — Warriors' Path State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Cedar Ridge Hammock Campground — Warriors' Path State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Cedar Ridge Hammock Campground — Warriors' Path State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Cedar Ridge Hammock Campground — Warriors' Path State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Cedar Ridge Hammock Campground — Warriors' Path State Park

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    Cedar Ridge Hammock Campground — Warriors' Path State Park

    2 Reviews
    5 Photos
    2 Saves
    Kingsport, Tennessee

    The Cedar Ridge Hammock Campground is a unique camping area for primitive and group-style camping.

    The details: The Wild Cherry, Sweet Gum, Locust, and the Pine Wheel sites accommodate six hammocks and the Pine Wheel Site can hold up to 24 hammocks. Amenities for each site include access to water, a stone picnic table, fire ring, lantern hook, and grill. A bathhouse is located a short distance away via a gravel path along with proximity to a dumpster. Finally, the hammock campground has a close and convenient parking area for vehicles, small buses, and enclosed trailers common with groups.

    Groups may also reserve this area, but you must reserve all four sites at the same time. All group reservations must be made in advance and by calling the park office directly.

    What makes this camping area so cool? This is the first campground in the Tennessee State Park system that was designed and built with all recycled or reutilized materials as well as lumber from felled trees inside the park. The campground was designed to be waste-free and self-sustaining with amenities such as composting areas for campfire and grill waste. The four sites are built from cedar posts salvaged from a winter storm. The sites are named for the trees located inside. A solar charging station (suitable for charging handheld devices) is in the works in the immediate future.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Rocky Top Campground & RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Rocky Top Campground & RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Rocky Top Campground & RV Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Rocky Top Campground & RV Park
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    7.

    Rocky Top Campground & RV Park

    2 Reviews
    10 Photos
    9 Saves
    Kingsport, Tennessee

    You could not ask for a more perfect combination of location and beauty. Just a mile from the interstate you will find a peaceful well-kept campground nestled in a beautiful country setting. Close to the famous Bristol Motor Speedway as well as many nearby area attractions

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $76 / night

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      8.

      Out on The Creek Campground

      1 Review
      Eidson, Tennessee
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • RVs

      $25 - $50 / night

    • 9.

      Rock Bottom Horse Camp

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      5 Saves
      Ewing, Virginia

      Our farm is beautifully located adjacent to the Cumberland Gap National Historic Park. The White Rocks trailhead is within walking distance and is a very popular for both horseback riding and hiking. The campsite has a great view of the White Rocks and is located just a few minutes from Hwy 58 making it a convenient stop if traveling through. The campsite is equine friendly, bring your horse trailer and stay the night after a long ride.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • RVs

      $15 - $25 / night


    Recent Equestrian Reviews In Whitesburg

    46 Reviews of 9 Whitesburg Campgrounds


    • Camper-submitted photo from Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
      June 14, 2024

      Jenny Wiley State Park Campground

      Needs to be updated and repaired

      Roads in campground are rough in places. Electrical boxes are in rough shape at some sites. 30 amp kept tripping the breaker. WiFi does not work. Several sites have full hookup but sewer hookups need to be repaired and water hookups are far away.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Out on The Creek Campground
      November 28, 2023

      Out on The Creek Campground

      Creekside camping mountain views

      Great place to camp along side the creek or rv lots with mountain views. Walking distance to Clinch River. Kayak, Hiking, Biking, spacious lots

    • Camper-submitted photo from Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
      September 13, 2022

      Jenny Wiley State Park Campground

      Nice for weekdays

      We were there on Thursday thru Saturday. Thursday was so nice and quiet and then the weekend crew came in on Friday and it filled up fast. Unfortunately our neighbors were very noisy!!! We stayed in loop A, the other loops had many campers set up for the recent flood victims. Loop A was our favorite and it was close to the lake!

    • Camper-submitted photo from Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
      July 19, 2022

      Jenny Wiley State Park Campground

      Not what we expected

      Our campsite was supposed to be 38’ long but my 28’ camper was all that could fit, barely. Water spigot is far away from the site so I had to go purchase another water hose. Zero cell reception and no wifi. No television reception either. Almost everyone’s site was not flat and took a lot of work to get campers close to level, (watched people pull out after an hour trying to level). No extra parking for vehicles, just drive up into whatever muddy area is around your site. “No outside alcohol” signs everywhere.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Cedar Ridge Hammock Campground — Warriors' Path State Park
      June 18, 2022

      Cedar Ridge Hammock Campground — Warriors' Path State Park

      Cool looking hammock campground

      The hammock campground is super nice with its setup. However, the shrubbery/trees aren’t trimmed well so you’re going to fight through branches in some cases to hang your stuff. That’s fine. It’s the fact it is setup directly next to the overflow parking and pool along with the main thoroughfare into the park that’s a bummer. It is so LOUD. There’s also a freight rain that goes by every couple hours. It’s a cool experience but much like most state parks, it’s not necessarily peace and quiet.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Breaks Interstate Park Campground
      May 29, 2022

      Breaks Interstate Park Campground

      Beautiful views

      We camped here for 3 nights with our dogs. Our site was in the B loop and had no water or electricity. It was surrounded by a lot of trees, so it had shade. It was a short walk to the bathhouse which was very clean with nice showers. 

      The campground has 4 different loops. I personally liked the B loop the best because everything was very close to it like hiking trails, laundry facility, basketball court, and a little camp store which has ice and firewood available.  

      The state park also has a lodge, cabins, and a beautiful lake. There is a restaurant in the park. We tried it for lunch and it was good. The landscape in the park was just beautiful. The overlooks, especially the tower overlook, are gorgeous. There are several hiking trails. Be aware that the loop is extremely strenuous and takes 4 to 5 ours. I really liked that the trails are not heavily trafficked. 

      We would definitely camp here again. All the park staff, hosts and volunteers were super nice and very helpful.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Rocky Top Campground & RV Park
      October 20, 2021

      Rocky Top Campground & RV Park

      Those wicked curves

      The camp on the west side is Dangerous to drive up in a motorhome. I personally drove my 36' up the most curvy incline I wouldn't recommend anyone to give this a second thought if. your not a seasoned driver 🤔

    • Camper-submitted photo from Breaks Interstate Park Campground
      October 17, 2021

      Breaks Interstate Park Campground

      Just Amazing!

      Been caravaning with "Sister" campers this week, and Breaks was our final stop over. This is just an amazing park, full of history, great trails, friendly staff (with the exception of the manager at the Lodge!!) The climb up the mountain to get here is worth it. We were in campground A, the bath house was very nice h well cleaned. The sites are well marked with wide spaces. For pulling through or backing in. Trails are well marked at trail head & with colored blazes. Info boards are at most over looks so you know what you are looking at. Wildlife is not fearful of us, or the dogs.... lol!! We will definitely come back

    • Camper-submitted photo from Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
      July 7, 2021

      Jenny Wiley State Park Campground

      Dirty Campsite

      We stayed at this “resort” park and were very disappointed.

      Campsite was super dirty, food left behind on the ground everywhere, beans, egg shells, etc., were dumped in the creek.

      Showers and restrooms were disgusting.

      This park needs some TLC.

      Hopefully people can respect nature and learn were to dispose their garbage.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
      June 11, 2021

      Jenny Wiley State Park Campground

      3 Day Disaster

      Campsites trashed. Campground trashed. Dump station overflowed and closed. Toilets broken, plugged or poop all over toilets and floor. People parking 4-30' campers in one site, on the grass. One person left in the evening, got stuck and had 1' deep ruts. Had to leave to get another truck. It didn't help that there was also 5"-8"+/- rain over the 3 days. In 8 years never experience such a mess.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Breaks Interstate Park Campground
      October 15, 2020

      Breaks Interstate Park Campground

      Not a good experience

      In our trip from Arkansas to the east coast we reserved two nights here based on reviews. I’m sure COVID-19 had a lot to do with the park being in shut down mode but we found the park to be so bad we left after one night. Sites we were assigned were very difficult to get in, extremely unlevel and the sites were unkept and showed a lack of maintenance. We were there on 9/22/20 and the flying knat’s and bugs wouldn’t let you out of the door. My water hookup required a set of pliers to operate and the 30amp plug was installed upside down making it impossible to plug in due to the box being jacked up. Had to use the 50 amp plug/converter. We won’t be back. Hope things change for the better.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Bristol-Kingsport KOA
      September 29, 2020

      Bristol-Kingsport KOA

      Convenient and Clean

      Kingsport/Bristol has easy access from Interstate 81 and the campground is easily navigated with a large 5th wheel.

      They have cabins, a nice pool, a blob, lots of outdoor activities, playground area, horse shoes, even with it being a smaller KOA Campground there is a lot to do. The park is also near Warriors Path State Park, which is fun to go hike and see.

      They have several large pull through sites, as well as back in smaller sites. They have 50amp service and full hookup sites.

      Cellular reception is decent for TMobile and AT&T.

      This park is frequented by travelers and NASCAR fans.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Breaks Interstate Park Campground
      September 21, 2020

      Breaks Interstate Park Campground

      Great Way to Getaway

      The Breaks are considered the “Grand Canyon of the south”. Great mountaintop views, hiking, geocaching, kayaking, paddle boats, a zip line, and seasonal white water rafting all available. A few miles from the campground you’ll even find river access with a sandy beach for summer fun. A wonderful getaway when you want to be away from it all. Several campground sections to choose from with primitive sites to full hookup with electric, water, and sewer. Dump stations are available also. There are laundry facilities and bathhouses (didn’t use either so not sure on condition), playgrounds, picnic shelters, cabins, and inns. Each campsite had a fire ring and picnic table. Spots are definitely not level, so bring a variety of blocks—you’ll need them. No outside lights at the sites so when it’s dark it’s d-a-r-k. Beautiful campground.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Breaks Interstate Park Campground
      August 21, 2020

      Breaks Interstate Park Campground

      Great Park

      The campground itself is maintained better than any other state run campground I’ve ever been to.

      The things one must take into consideration is that you need to bring ANYTHING you might need for groceries and there is limited cell coverage for ATT.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
      August 12, 2020

      Jenny Wiley State Park Campground

      Camping 3/5 Lake 1/5

      This park is listed as a resort so I took my pandemic bound family here in a mini vacation. Perhaps it was back in 1967.

      The camping spaces were not very deep but that was ok because we are in the mountains. What’s odd is that you share a water spigot with a neighbor so you have to have a long hose to go across your whole section. There was only one hole for grey and black water, which I’ve never seen.

      The other section of the grounds seemed more family and that everyone reserved spaces across multiple sections for reunions and parties.

      The restrooms and showers were good although I still wear a mask at all parks and inside areas and others do not. You get no cell service in the campgrounds and no reception. Also, the trails are not quite right for the Jenny Wiley Trail that starts from the campgrounds. You have to go immediately up when you take the trail from there vs the natural worn path.

      As for the rest of the park, it’s left in 1968. The lodge is nice but the food is all frozen and fried. Camping guests are not permitted to use the pool even though the reservation site sort of implies that you can. The marina was very busy and you could call and reserve boats but we had no service so we just went in person. We did reserve a small boat and went swimming off of it but do regret it after a UTI and seeing all the trash and debris in the lake. I’ve never seen so much garbage in a lake in my life. It was actually sad and broke my heart.

      Had I read one of these reviews earlier, we would not have stayed at this park. Lesson learned!

    • Camper-submitted photo from Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
      August 4, 2020

      Jenny Wiley State Park Campground

      Clean and Crowded but Quiet

      I spent a Friday night there in late June 2020. Most of the campers were in RVs. I found a site at the end of a cul-de-sac away from the other campers. It appeared that the campers observed the quiet hours rules. Sites are close together so there’s not a lot of privacy. Modern amenities, showers, flush toilets. There’s a large lake at the park that accommodates speed boats and jet skis so I didn’t put my kayak in.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Breaks Interstate Park Campground
      July 30, 2020

      Breaks Interstate Park Campground

      Good Campground Near Stunning Everything Else!

      This park has some nice campsites, which can make your camping experience an awesome time, but that’s not why you should go there. Like a lot of state parks, it’s got the usual wooded picnic table, fire ring, the electrical hook-up thing if you need it (or BYOS - bring your own solar), even nice bathrooms with showers and everything. What it offers in terms of a get away from it all makes it the go to destination for everyone who’s just about had enough of everything average.  

      First of all, where the heck is it?  About 200 miles from anywhere you’ve ever heard of, unless you’re lucky enough to have been born and raised in the Blue Ridge Mountains, or you’ve just nursed along a love of two-lane winding roads, it rewards the traveler who says“let’s take a road trip.” The closest town is Haysi, Virginia, which offers a selection of small regional grocery stores, gas stations and a few restaurants...but not much more. 

      The park sits atop an ancient canyon cut through time by the Russell Fork River some 1000 feet below. The trails wonder through sandstone formations laid down some 250 million years ago when the area was covered by a shallow inland sea. The views as well as the geological significance instills awe in the best sense. 

      The park offers a short scenic drive loop with a dozen or so stops all offering some look into the amazing scope of natural science. But in case that doesn’t inspire your 10-year-old, the mountain bike trails near to the campground will sure take some energy out of them. And in case they want to just go to the outdoor pool, or sit in the well-appointed cabin or guestroom, these are also available at this park offering a widely diverse accommodations for nearly anyone willing to make the drive to get there.  The Russell Fork is also a world class river offering everything from class 2-3 fun to serious Appalachian creekin’ paddling. But don’t tell anyone about this place, because I don’t want anyone else to find out about it.

    • Camper-submitted photo from German Bridge - Dewey Lake
      July 16, 2020

      German Bridge - Dewey Lake

      Great for the kids

      If you looking to get away and you like the company of close campers this place may be for you . It is a small camping area that has everything you need to stay a while. It's right off the back waters of Dewy lake . So great to kayaking or any small boats.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
      July 16, 2020

      Jenny Wiley State Park Campground

      Dewy Lake

      Nestled in the Mountains of Eastern Ky, this is a nice little getaway. The fishing on Dewy Lake is awesome. The water is muddy a lot. But if you like catfishing, this is your Lake .

    • Camper-submitted photo from Bristol-Kingsport KOA
      July 16, 2020

      Bristol-Kingsport KOA

      What luck!

      I’d never used a KOA before but was tremendously impressed with the serene beauty of this place situated well away from traffic in a bucolic setting. Mindful of my budget I learned to ask for a tent site with no electricity, no water, just toilets and showers. The young man who helped me observed I was alone and put me in a small cabin for no additional charge. Just outside the cabin was a bonfire of old wood from construction debris. I was super stoked to get this deal. I spent lots of time stoking that fire and sitting outdoors watching the evening arrive. If you’re anywhere near the area do stop in and enjoy a quiet and lovely night. You can even pet the horses nearby.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Breaks Interstate Park Campground
      May 23, 2020

      Breaks Interstate Park Campground

      Nice Campground, Challenging to get to.

      Nice Campground, once you get here. The roads to this amazing State Park are two lane and twisting. We have a 38' 5er and a CrewCab Dually tow vehicle. We didn't have a lot of issues getting here but it is quite mountainous with a lot of climbs to get here. The Park is well appointed and the campsites are nice for a state park. Be careful when choosing a site as some are challenging to get into with larger units. We had a pull through which was big enough for our rig. Sites are gravel and spacious. Fire ring/grill combo provided at each site. Bathhouses were clean and well stocked. Be sure to bring all necessary supplies BEFORE you get here, nearest stores are a 20 minute drive away on crooked mountain roads. Will we return? Maybe for a special event but not for a general getaway



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