Best Equestrian Camping near Springfield, LA

Horse campers in the Springfield, Louisiana area have access to several equestrian-friendly options with varying amenities. Sweetwater Campground RV Ranch in Loranger accommodates horses and offers RV, tent, and cabin camping options. The peaceful setting includes a pond and features for families such as wagon rides for children. Land-O-Pines Family Campground in Covington provides another option for equestrians competing at nearby horse farms. The shady gravel sites can accommodate travel trailers up to 34 feet and trucks with horse trailers. Sites include water, electric, and sewer hookups, with most campsites situated under mature trees providing shade for both riders and horses.

Bogue Chitto State Park features designated horse trails that connect to a larger network of outdoor recreation opportunities. The park maintains multiple trail systems suitable for riders of various experience levels, with both wooded paths and open areas. Trail riders note the well-maintained paths and diverse terrain that makes for enjoyable riding experiences. Camping options include both the Upland Loop with full hookups and the Bottomland Loop with water and electric only. Many sites are large enough for horse trailers, though it's advisable to call ahead to ensure trailer parking availability. Daily trail rides connect campers to scenic river views, fishing areas, and wildlife observation opportunities throughout this expansive state park system.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Springfield, Louisiana (5)

    1. Bogue Chitto State Park Campground

    40 Reviews
    Franklinton, LA
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (985) 839-5707

    $25 / night

    "Hiking trails, equestrian trails, tubing, camping... they’ve got it all. Campsites are neat, well maintained. We saw maintenance staff checking things several time per day."

    "Beautiful scenery, horse trails, walking trails. Kid friendly. We absolutely loved it there, and would go again"

    2. Sweetwater Campground RV Ranch

    1 Review
    Hammond, LA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (985) 878-6868

    3. Land-O-Pines Family Campground

    5 Reviews
    Covington, LA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (985) 892-6023

    "Land-O-Pines is a nice private RV park near Folsom and Covington. We stayed two nights because my daughter was in a horse competition at a nearby horse farm. The sites are mostly shady."

    4. New Orleans RV Resort & Marina

    15 Reviews
    Metairie, LA
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (504) 286-8157

    $75 - $170 / night

    "This is a great park tucked away from everything yet only 15 minutes to bourbon street and 10 minutes to Frenchmen. Great place to stay on the water."

    "2 roadways to enter/exit resort. A car can drive toward north but some potholes would not advise RV on road toward lake pontchaitrain."

    5. Farr Park RV Camground

    8 Reviews
    Plaquemine, LA
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (225) 769-7805

    $35 - $44 / night

    "I would suggest BREC Farr Equestrian RV Park if you are interested in being close Baton Rouge or LSU. A typical fairgrounds type camping area. Sites have electric and water."

    "Great paths for walking. Its hot but the bugs are not overwhelming. Close to the college and downtown."

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  • Chris P.
    Nov. 26, 2019

    Farr Park RV Camground

    Close to Downtown

    County equestrian and RV park close to downtown. Stayed here recently while attending an LSU football game. They have a shuttle that provides round trips to the stadium. Nothing fancy about Farr Park, just convenient if you love horses and football.

  • Patrick R.
    Jul. 16, 2018

    Farr Park RV Camground

    Great for horse people

    Not bad. It's connected to an equestrian center. If horses are your thing it's perfect. 2 miles from LSU, 3 miles from Baton Rouge, biking trails along Mississippi River levee. Water and electric, dump station, and a bathhouse. The bad... not many trees or wildlife other than horses. The bathhouse could use some work.

  • D
    Jan. 7, 2022

    Farr Park RV Camground

    One of the better RV parks in BR Area

    One of the better RV parks in the BR area (there's not many close to town).  Has electric and water hookups, but no sewer hookup.  The Mississippi River is nearby. There is a paved bike path on top of the river levee that you can ride all the way to downtown Baton Rouge.  It is only 3 miles from LSU campus.  Some people stay here to tailgate for LSU football games.

    Farr Park is part of the Baton Rouge Parks and Recreation system.  It is also an equestrian (horse) center.  There are stables and riding arenas near the campground.

    There is a dump station available.  The dump station connection for your sewer hose is at a 45 degree angle and a bit above ground level.  This creates sags in your hose.  Also, there is no way to secure or screw in your connection to the sump station.  The station does have a concrete pad and non-potable water.  You can use the dump station for free if you are a camper.  Non-campers can pay a $10 fee to dump.

  • Michael T.
    Apr. 18, 2021

    Farr Park RV Camground

    Close to LSU

    I would suggest BREC Farr Equestrian RV Park if you are interested in being close Baton Rouge or LSU. A typical fairgrounds type camping area. Sites have electric and water. Remote dump site available. Bike path trailhead is there, with extensive pathways on the levee.

  • M
    May. 19, 2022

    Farr Park RV Camground

    Spacious with Horse Views

    This campground is so romantic with coral sunsets and country vibes. Spots are spacious and not crowded so you can spread out. Great paths for walking. Its hot but the bugs are not overwhelming. Close to the college and downtown. Perfect views of the horses I could watch them all day. 30/50 amp electric, water, pull through sites. No sewage but there is a dump station to empty on way out.  Bathrooms have restrooms and showers available. 8/10.

  • James L.
    Jul. 26, 2020

    Bogue Chitto State Park Campground

    Top-notch destination

    Very clean, well kept state park. Hiking trails, equestrian trails, tubing, camping... they’ve got it all. Campsites are neat, well maintained. We saw maintenance staff checking things several time per day. We will definitely be back.

  • L
    Aug. 3, 2018

    Bogue Chitto State Park Campground

    Wonderful!

    Beautiful scenery, horse trails, walking trails. Kid friendly. We absolutely loved it there, and would go again

  • D
    Sep. 14, 2022

    Land-O-Pines Family Campground

    Pleasant campground

    Land-O-Pines is a nice private RV park near Folsom and Covington. We stayed two nights because my daughter was in a horse competition at a nearby horse farm. The sites are mostly shady. The streets and sites are gravel and can get a little muddy in spots after a rain. The park was clean and quiet, and the staff was friendly. About half the sites are for permanent users. 

    Stayed in pull-through campsite C69 which was shady and level. It was a gravel site. There was enough parking for my 34 ft TT and truck. Neighbors are nearby by not on top of you. The site included: picnic table on gravel, no fire ring. Utilities: 20/50A electric near the middle. The 20A receptacle looked like it had some minor burn marks. Water next to power pole, good pressure. Sewer near power pole with 4 non screw-on fitting. 

    AT&T had 2 bars of LTE and Verizon full bars of LTE service. AT&T Speedtest: 30.8 Mbps down, 3.6 Mbps up. Verizon Speedtest: 4.5 Mbps down, 11.8 Mbps up. WiFi available, but did not use. Required a login. 

    Would stay here again. We camped at Land-O-Pines Family Campground in a Travel Trailer.

  • Cat R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 25, 2019

    Bogue Chitto State Park Campground

    DON'T FEED THE GATORS

    Literally, don't feed the gators. There were signs everywhere. Apparently many people don't heed the signs. When my hubby rustled a bag, several alligators swam right up to our site! Our campsite #101 was right on one of the many lakes in the park. Not much room, but nice enough for looking at the alligators and fishing. No sewer hookup, but electric and water. Dump station was a short drive away. We were in the lower area campsites, which were prone to flash flooding. We actually left a day early due to prediction of rain. The bath house was a short walk away and very clean. Camp hosts actually drove around and checked on guests. There are wonderful hiking, biking, and horse trails. Canoeing and kayaking was a short drive away. Did I mention that there are free mini libraries??


Guide to Springfield

Horse campgrounds near Springfield, Louisiana offer diverse terrain for riders of all experience levels. Equestrians can access both day-use trail systems and overnight facilities where horses can be accommodated alongside campers. The area features a mix of sandy soil and clay trails that drain differently depending on seasonal rainfall, with summer temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F through September.

What to do

Wildlife viewing along trails: At Bogue Chitto State Park Campground, trails provide opportunities to spot native wildlife. Cat R. notes, "When my hubby rustled a bag, several alligators swam right up to our site! Our campsite #101 was right on one of the many lakes in the park." Beyond alligators, Tiffany M. reports seeing "plenty of wildlife such as turkey, deer, rabbits, turtles, alligators and birds."

River recreation: The Bogue Chitto River offers summer water activities. Connie M. shares that the park has "river tubing available" while Reagan S. mentions the diverse water features: "park has ponds, lakes, stream, river, beaches."

Biking on levee paths: At Farr Park RV Camground, cyclists can access the Mississippi River levee trail system. Michael T. explains it has a "bike path trailhead is there, with extensive pathways on the levee." Susan R. adds detail: "We used the back trail to get to the levee to ride our e bikes and went on about a 30 mile ride south past L'Auberge, and then we went on another 10 mile ride north toward the capital."

What campers like

Equestrian-friendly atmosphere: Horse enthusiasts appreciate dedicated facilities at Sweetwater Campground RV Ranch in Loranger. Charmon K. describes it as a "Peaceful setting with a pool! Wagon ride for kids, pond, ducks, mule was cute!"

Family-oriented activities: Land-O-Pines Family Campground offers recreational options for all ages. Farrah B. reports, "Staff is amazing. There is a lot of fun things to do for the whole family, from swimming, water slide to playing bingo and a lot more." David D. adds that "we went for Halloween weekend and there were alot of activities and trick or treating for the kids."

Clean, well-maintained facilities: James L. praises Bogue Chitto State Park's upkeep: "Very clean, well kept state park. Hiking trails, equestrian trails, tubing, camping... they've got it all. Campsites are neat, well maintained. We saw maintenance staff checking things several time per day."

What you should know

Wildlife considerations: Multiple campgrounds have wildlife encounters to consider. At New Orleans RV Resort & Marina, proximity to nature means occasional noise disruptions. Alex N. mentions "the ... Flight for life? Helicopter that keeps passing over." At Bogue Chitto, Larry warns, "This place is crawling with gators in the lower portion on the lakes. Hey this is south Louisiana."

Access challenges: Some campgrounds have challenging approaches. Alana F. describes the New Orleans RV Resort access: "The road to get here is rough though, it's through an industrial park and looks very concerning, but then you come and find this!"

Seasonal pricing fluctuations: Katherine D. notes, "They charge $69 per night, which is far too expensive for my budget. Could be holiday pricing but not sure since requested dates fall after New Years."

Tips for camping with families

Water features for kids: Multiple parks offer water recreation options. Nicole R. describes Land-O-Pines: "Older campground with small pool and older water slide but very homey. Shades and grass and dirt roads. Awesome creek that the kids have a blast in."

Splash pad access: Bogue Chitto State Park provides water play areas beyond natural swimming. Therese A. reports, "The grandkids loved the splash pad/water slide and easy access to the river."

Halloween festivities: Plan ahead for special events at Land-O-Pines. According to David D., "we went for Halloween weekend and there were alot of activities and trick or treating for the kids..great campsite great memories."

Tips from RVers

Site selection for horse trailers: When bringing horses to equestrian campgrounds near Springfield, choose sites with adequate space. David B. describes Land-O-Pines: "Stayed in pull-through campsite C69 which was shady and level. It was a gravel site. There was enough parking for my 34 ft TT and truck."

Dump station logistics: For those needing sewer hookups, note that some parks have limitations. David B. observes about Farr Park: "The dump station connection for your sewer hose is at a 45 degree angle and a bit above ground level. This creates sags in your hose. Also, there is no way to secure or screw in your connection to the sump station."

Hookup variations: At Bogue Chitto State Park, Reagan S. explains that sites vary by location: "full hookup in uperlanls just water and electric in bottomland." This affects site selection based on your camping needs.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Springfield, LA is Bogue Chitto State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 40 reviews.

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