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The limited equestrian options near Kennebunk, Maine require horse owners to travel to neighboring areas for suitable facilities. Based on available data, none of the campgrounds in the immediate Kennebunk area offer dedicated horse corrals or equine-specific accommodations. Freeport/Durham KOA, located approximately 40 miles north of Kennebunk, provides camping options including tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, glamping, and yurts, but lacks specific horse facilities or corrals. The campground features spacious, well-maintained sites with some backing to wooded areas, providing a park-like atmosphere across its 50-acre property.
Trail riders seeking horse-compatible camping might consider traveling slightly farther to New Hampshire options. Gunstock Campground in Gilford offers 250 sites across various accommodation types including tent, RV, and cabin camping. The campground provides access to hiking trails and outdoor recreation opportunities that might accommodate day rides. Sites vary between wooded areas that offer privacy and more open layouts. The wooded areas feature creek-side camping with tent platforms that accommodate larger groups. Most reviews note the quiet atmosphere and well-kept grounds, though horse-specific amenities are not mentioned. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak season when the campground's proximity to recreational activities makes it popular.
"I was lucky to receive a tranquil, secluded spot next to a brook - perfect."
"Pros: Beautiful area, not a bad size campground, quiet nights (but this could be because 3 out of the 4 sites right near us were empty), free hot showers that are not dirty, lots of trails on edge of"
from $35 - $80 / night
Check Availability"The haunted house is scary enough that I waited by the exit! (This part is NOT for the little kids). The campground fills up for this event so make reservations early."
"The location is good as it is about 10-15 minutes far from the town of Freeport(home to L.L."
"The main attraction of this campground is the golf course of 9 or 18 holes. There is a pro shop, golf cart rentals, etc. There are 300 camping sites with full hookups."
GuideI was lucky to receive a tranquil, secluded spot next to a brook - perfect. This campground has nothing to do, or plenty you can do - walking, hiking, biking, and close access to all Gunstock's adventures.
RangerPros: Beautiful area, not a bad size campground, quiet nights (but this could be because 3 out of the 4 sites right near us were empty), free hot showers that are not dirty, lots of trails on edge of the grounds, lots and lots of tent sites, platform on campsite, pool and playground available, camp store, bike & Segway trails, quick access to some of NH’s most beautiful mountains. Staff is friendly. Cons: So many roots all over the sites, the platform did not fit our tent for 12 on it. More of the sites have very little separation from the neighboring campers near you. We explored the grounds & noted some sites that were a smidge more secluded and plan to return again sometime!
TravelerWe enjoyed this campground! The staff upon arrival was so nice. It was so quiet at night! Got to walk to hike Gunstock. Wished there was a restaurant within walking distance. But not a show stopper. We will be back!
GuideThis campground overall is very nice. The camp store has most everything you could need, and the campground is gated so you have to make sure you keep your key card with you whenever leaving in order to get back in. Most of the sites are out in the open though, or very close together. Not so bad if you're camping in trailers or RVs, but if tent camping you won't really have any privacy in those locations. I recommend the sites back in Breezy Knolls (K01-K17 I think?) and then I believe sites 203 and 205 were nice and tucked away in the trees as well. There is a zip line course and a metal "slide" or coaster behind the Breezy Knolls area which can get kind of noisy between the sounds of the gear and the kids screaming. Lol. But it didn't really bother me personally. The wooded area back there is beautiful though so the sites definitely made up for it. Campground has a fenced in dog park, playground, showers, clean bathrooms, and laundry facilities. Would definitely camp here again. I just prefer the wooded/shaded tent sites...which are limited at this place.
LegendFun place! The mountain coaster and chairlift were great for the little ones and the ziplines are epic! They give discounts to campers. We stayed in 255, which was really nice, wooded, and right by the creek. Site 254 next door us easily the best trailer site in the entire place. It is huge and has two levels and tons of creek frontage. These two sites are nestled in a quiet tent area. The grid RV area was not very impressive, but all of the tent sites in the woods were really cool. The open field rv area was really exposed but close to amenities. Our family stayed in the cabins and they are nicely situated for privacy. Rustic and no AC or bathrooms but clean and nice little porch. The pool was nice, two excellent playgrounds, and everything well kept. You get your own keycard for the gate. Epic views from top of mountain!
ScoutThis visit we had our hybrid camper in one of the wooded sites. The Halloween celebration is really well done- campers decorate their sites, there is an in-costume parade, and the central, bigger rigs are set up for trick or treating. The haunted house is scary enough that I waited by the exit! (This part is NOT for the little kids). The campground fills up for this event so make reservations early.
LegendI have a love– hate relationship with KOA campgrounds. They tend to be overpriced and not consistent. You will find one that has nice sites at a decent price. Then, there are the others which are complete opposite. This KOA is on my good side. There are lots of site choices, cabins, yurts, and tent sites to choose from. The location is good as it is about 10-15 minutes far from the town of Freeport(home to L.L. Bean and tons of outlet stores), the pretty coastal town of South Freeport, four craft breweries and a cidery, and Bradbury Mountain State Park. The owners and work campers are very friendly and the super welcoming. Normally I am not concerned how nice people are but they go out of their way to make sure you get all the discounts you can and put you in a site that you prefer.
We have stayed here a few times and are always impressed how well-cared for the grounds are and how and clean the common areas, bathrooms, and pool are. The grass is always cut, weeds trimmed, fire pits cleaned and there is no trash lying on the ground. There are lots of seasonal sites but they are in the back portion of the park with the transients being in the front. The park has nice super long 50 amp FHU pull-thrus in the front of the park which will fit any length RV and tow vehicle. Some of these sites are “buddy” sites with a shared patio, but are so wide that even if you don’t know your neighbors, it would not be a bother because you are far enough apart. The only downside to these pull thrus is there is no shade. We tend to be there in cooler months so shade is not a problem. However, the rest of the campground has a very park-like feel with over 50 acres there is plenty of room to roam and even a short nature trail through a wooded area. Many sites backup against the woods or are in wooded areas so keep that in mind when making your reservation. We give this park two thumbs up for their dog park which is ten times the size of the average KOA dog park. My lab had plenty of room to run and chase a ball and there were never any other dogs there which was nice. Plus, it was clean and free of dog poop! Normally, there are plenty of activities like s’mores by the fire, crafts, pony rides (yes, they have their own ponies on site), ice cream social, hay rides but this year they were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We don’t use those amenities anyway so that wasn’t a problem but can see that would be fun activities for kids. We were in a buddy sites with our friends and liked the shared patio. Since we were in the open area, we were able to get both satellite with our roof-mounted dome and some over-the-air channels from Portland which is about 45 minutes away. All of our hook-ups were in an accessible place but we were also in a long pull thru and could position the RV in the site accordingly.
Some of the cons for this park are the lack of cable, so-so wifi, and the dusty gravel roads and pot holes. There are a few restrooms buildings scattered around the park which may not be close depending on what site you are in.
LegendThis campground is 1300 acres owned and operated by the Simonsen family in Derry, NH. The main attraction of this campground is the golf course of 9 or 18 holes. There is a pro shop, golf cart rentals, etc. There are 300 camping sites with full hookups. Very reasonably priced at $40 per night. A lot of the campers are seasonal which is May - October each year. I did not see any tents there, only hard-sided units. The amenities are state of the art, clean laundry center, restrooms, bath house, grocery store, bar & grill, playground & 2 swimming beaches. We had interactions with both Drew & Lauri Simonsen (brother & Sister) during our 2 night stay. Our generator was down and we needed to pick up our friend at the airport. Lauri loaned us her minivan to go to the airport and Drew loaned us some tools to work on the RV. They were so helpful and treated us like family. The kids were given a lot of grace and hung out in the grill/game room area for hours on end to use the wi-fi. I can't say enough about the customer service here. Anyone in this area should check it out.
ScoutEasy to get too and close to everything from shopping to the beach.
The equestrian camping options near Kennebunk, Maine remain limited, with few dedicated horse facilities in the immediate area. Horse owners typically need to travel 45-60 miles to find suitable accommodations for their animals. While the coastal region provides scenic trail riding opportunities, the lack of horse-friendly campgrounds within 30 miles of Kennebunk presents challenges for those traveling with equine companions.
Golf during your stay: Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park offers a 1,300-acre property featuring both 9 and 18-hole golf options with cart rentals available. "The main attraction of this campground is the golf course of 9 or 18 holes. There is a pro shop, golf cart rentals, etc," notes Christy C., who appreciated the reasonable $40 nightly rate for camping with full hookups.
Visit Freeport shopping area: The Freeport/Durham KOA provides convenient access to the town's extensive shopping options. "The location is good as it is about 10-15 minutes far from the town of Freeport (home to L.L. Bean and tons of outlet stores), the pretty coastal town of South Freeport, four craft breweries and a cidery, and Bradbury Mountain State Park," according to Nancy W.
Seasonal celebrations: The Freeport/Durham KOA hosts special themed weekends that draw repeat visitors. Rebus B. shares: "The Halloween celebration is really well done- campers decorate their sites, there is an in-costume parade, and the central, bigger rigs are set up for trick or treating. The haunted house is scary enough that I waited by the exit!"
Adventure activities at Gunstock: The resort offers recreational options beyond traditional camping. Kasey H. mentions, "It has pretty spacious sites, they have an aerial obstacle course and a mountain coaster, places to swim, music festivals, hiking, etc." Marc D. adds that the campground has "Very nice showers. Beautiful fall colors."
Dog-friendly amenities: Many travelers appreciate campgrounds that accommodate pets. Nancy W. highlights the Freeport / Durham KOA dog facilities: "We give this park two thumbs up for their dog park which is ten times the size of the average KOA dog park. My lab had plenty of room to run and chase a ball and there were never any other dogs there which was nice."
Kid-friendly entertainment: Families appreciate campgrounds with built-in activities. "Kid and pet friendly. Lots of activities for kids including a flashlight candy hunt, water slide, and s'more roast," shares Rebus B. about their Freeport KOA experience. Another camper notes they have "hayrides and a nightly train ride for younger visitors."
Site layout considerations: Some campgrounds have challenging hookup configurations. At Hidden Valley RV and Golf Park, Carry M. experienced: "The water and electric were between our site and the next on one side and sewer between our site and the one on the other side. This made it difficult to place our trailer on the slanted site and reach all services."
Limited connectivity: Cell service and wifi access vary significantly. Lynn T. warns about Freeport KOA: "bad WiFi and poor Verizon reception" while also noting the "laundry room was not operational" during mid-July.
Reservation requirements: Popular weekends fill quickly at seasonal events. "The campground fills up for this event so make reservations early," cautions Rebus B. about Halloween weekends at Freeport KOA, where decorated campsites and special activities draw crowds.
Choose wooded sites for privacy: At Gunstock Campground, tent campers should select specific areas. Melissa B. recommends: "I recommend the sites back in Breezy Knolls (K01-K17 I think?) and then I believe sites 203 and 205 were nice and tucked away in the trees as well." She notes most sites are "out in the open though, or very close together," offering minimal privacy for tent campers.
Look for seasonal activities: Some campgrounds offer special programming. "This is a cute little KOA with lots of things for smaller kids to do. We visited during their Halloween weekend. They had costume making and trick or treating for kids (bring candy) and a renaissance fair/party for adults," shares Iris A.
Check noise levels: Adventure facilities can create unexpected noise. "There is a zip line course and a metal 'slide' or coaster behind the Breezy Knolls area which can get kind of noisy between the sounds of the gear and the kids screaming," warns Melissa B., though she adds "it didn't really bother me personally."
Seasonal vs. transient areas: At Freeport/Durham KOA, positioning matters. Nancy W. explains: "There are lots of seasonal sites but they are in the back portion of the park with the transients being in the front. The park has nice super long 50 amp FHU pull-thrus in the front of the park which will fit any length RV and tow vehicle."
Weather considerations: Gunstock Mountain Resort offers varied site options. Ryan F. notes: "Very well kept and quiet grounds. The lot I was in was not wooded but still quiet." Other campers mention the non-wooded sites lack shade, which may impact comfort during warmer months.
Campground security features: Some properties have controlled access. Melissa B. mentions that Gunstock Campground is "gated so you have to make sure you keep your key card with you whenever leaving in order to get back in," providing additional security for campers and their equipment.
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