3 campgrounds with availability next weekend
The Salisbury, Maryland area offers limited dedicated options for campers with horses. While many regional campgrounds accommodate tent, RV, and cabin camping, properties with specific horse facilities are scarce. Several campgrounds in surrounding counties provide trails accessible to riders, but most lack dedicated equestrian infrastructure like corrals or paddocks. Trap Pond State Park Campground in nearby Laurel, Delaware features extensive trails suitable for day rides with multiple camping loops accommodating various camping styles, though the park does not maintain dedicated horse corrals or stabling facilities. Sites are level and have water and electric hookups, with reasonable separation between neighboring campsites providing adequate space for equipment.
Horse owners typically find more suitable accommodations by traveling slightly farther from the immediate Salisbury area. Equestrians can access multiple hiking and biking trails that permit horses in the region, including those at EA Vaughn Wildlife Management Area and Tuckahoe State Park. When camping with horses at area parks, guests should confirm policies regarding trailer parking, designated areas for tethering animals, and waste disposal requirements. Most campsites that permit horses require campers to bring their own portable corrals or use high lines for securing animals overnight. The Bob Trail at Trap Pond provides scenic riding opportunities through forests with cypress trees and pond views, making it accessible for riders seeking day trips rather than overnight equestrian camping experiences.
"The distance between sites across the loop isn’t huge or blocked by any foliage but didn’t seem to be an issue for our friends who stayed in D24."
"It was also right near the showers, which were clean & warm, just what was needed. Tent sites are more secluded and are walk-in; our buddies tent camped the same weekend."
Available next weekend
from $27 - $65 / night
"As an equestrian this was a once in a lifetime adventure. Feral chincoteague ponies everywhere you look!"
"Wild horses, wide, clean stretches of beach, safe surroundings, close to town. This is the best beach camping in all of Maryland."
from $40 / night
"If you don’t mind wild horses joining you for dinner and trekking around your campsite at night, then this is your place!! The beach is absolutely gorgeous and so is the scenery."
"Sites were not too close to one another. We had site 13 on ocean loop 1. Just a few steps, and you’re on the beach. Nice picnic table and fire pit."
Available next weekend
from $40 - $80 / night
"Due to the location near Ocean City, this campground is primarily a resort for people staying 1 or more weeks."
"Shuttle to Ocean City, MD was convenient and general store was close by and stocked well!"
"The location (in between Dewey/Rehoboth Beach and Bethany Beach/Ocean City, Maryland) is PERFECT. You have close access to miles and miles of touristy beaches and uninhabited beaches."
"We stayed in a full hook up site, and we found the campground to be clean, well maintained and so close to the beach."
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from $35 - $352 / night
"Though I live in Texas now, Maryland will always be home for me. Whenever I get the chance to head back, I almost make sure to check out some of the local fishing spots."
"Park is that the Electric loop (B) has all of the sites on the outside of the drive loop so you are not looking across the road at other campers."
from $18 - $77 / night
"People driving around in golf carts cheering, people playing board games at the campsite next door...sleep was difficult."
"Close to the Marina, Downtown, The Blvd and the Beach. Staff are helpful but also gives you space to live."
from $4200 / night
"The seasonal weekenders had gone home, and we preferred the larger, more private area behind the site to walk our dogs."
"We stopped for one night in order to see some friends and wished we would have had more time because the surrounding area looks like there is lots to do and see."
from $35 - $159 / night
"Lots of trails. Pretty busy with Hunters during the season. Roosters here"
"Those can be found at the campground entrance. Each loop has a wood shed and clean, well-appointed bathhouse. There are water pumps along the road for refills."
"We were looking to explore Maryland's Eastern Shore and picked Tuckaho because they had electric sites available. We were so pleased with our stay."
from $21 - $70 / night
GuidePretty easy camping trip, plenty of room to set up camp. Level spots. We stayed on south inlet campground. They have small camp store multiple laundry and bath houses. Great stay if you enjoy fishing, as. You can fish the inlet at the campground. They have a very nice playground for kids as well! Only negative is no camp fires allowed, they do have a community area you can have a camp fires allowed. Also no wifi
GuideEnjoyed the stay here June 19-21, 2026, in the tents-only section at a campground just 10 minutes from home. I've lived near this campground for 45 of my 66 years but never camped there.
The cramped campsites always turned me off but my wife and I decided to try it as a test run when we bought all new camping gear after not camping for 15 years(well, except for the 40-year-old Coleman stove that still works).
The campsites are tight and strictly BYOS(Bring Your Own Shade). The weather cooperated with temps in the low 80s and cool westerly winds. Because this campground sits adjacent to the Atlantic Ocean, Indian River Inlet and Indian River Bay, it fills up on weekends for camping, beach-going, fishing, kayaking and other water activities. I'd suggest going weekdays if you can.
Even with all the people, though, it was mostly quiet. The traffic from the Indian River Inlet bridge didn't bother me much but it did keep my wife up the first night. The bridge lights up at night and looks most spectacular at sunrise.
We ate dinner at camp the first night and then went to the inlet walkway to watch the sun set. The sunsets over the Indian River Bay, serenaded by the U.S. Coast Guard station's bugle calls with the lowering of the colors at its station at the north side campground, are a must. We also got to see a green heron foraging on the rockpiles and a dolphin swimming through the inlet. Fishermen lined the walkway to add to the atmosphere.
The next morning we drove over to the north side of the inlet to the Burton's Island trail-- another first for me. The trail was probably a mile or so and took about an hour, though it looked like we could have gone further into the brush had we not been wearing shorts and t-shirts. We came across a horseshoe crab traveling along a dirt path and a turtle trying to hide itself under downed tree branches. Blue water surrounded us in the marshes.
An excellent dinner at Matt's Fish House capped off our anniversary and we returned to the campground to watch the sunset again.
The bathrooms were well-placed. They were mostly clean but the five-second" Navy shower" intervals in the showers were annoying. There's no water or electric at the tent sites but a high-powered community water tap works for cleaning dishes.
The ban on open fires at the campground did disappoint. There is a community fire pit but no one used it our two nights there.
Oh, I can't forget the Diamondback turtles. Be careful driving so you don't hit them as they wander through the campground. We saw several lay eggs on the sand volleyball court and one scurried through our campsite and under our picnic table on its way to points unknown. The picnic table at each site is heavy but movable.
The people were friendly even in such crowded conditions. Lots of kids on bikes, skateboards and scooters and at the playground. Basically, you don't come here as much for the camping as you do for the water sports and activities.
As a tent camper, I'd opt for the tent-only loops versus the Standard sites that accommodate tents and small RVs and popups. Our tent-only loops looked less congested than the Standard sites.
I'd give this campground 4.5 stars. It would be an easy 5 if not for the crowded conditions.
ScoutWe have stayed here twice and have our 3rd trip booked and we absolutely love it! The lazy river and kiddy water slide park is amazing and our kids love it!
LegendWe stopped for one night in order to see some friends and wished we would have had more time because the surrounding area looks like there is lots to do and see. This is a really beautiful area of the Delmarva Peninsula and just minutes away from Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuges and Assateague Island NS.
This campground is huge with a great selection of standard and premium RV sites that provide full hookups and spacious gravel or paved pads. Some have water views and some are back-in sites with the water directly behind them. Our site was a buddy site which worked great for our stay with our friends. It was long enough so we didn’t have to unhitch our tow car but still had enough room to maneuver into and out of the site and could reach our hook-ups. The site was perfectly level (in fact, all sites in the park are level as this is a very flat area) and the area where we parked the RV was paved and the rest of the driveway was gravel. The patio had pavers and our fire pit was raised with bricks around it. The utilities were well-placed and the 50-amp was strong and the water pressure good. Our site was in the open which we loved because it was cool when we visited so we relished the sunshine. There are plenty of other sites located under tall pines (which we really don’t like because of all the sap that gets on our coach and car). Many of the sites are rented as seasonal sites but there are plenty left for transient campers. The list of amenities is a mile long and covers the typical ones you would find at a “resort.” Some of the best ones are the zero-entry pool (which was closed while we were there) and splash park and the private beach. The sandy beach would be a nice place to bring a chair and hang out admiring the view of the bay. Most of the amenities (like the pool, recreation hall, café, and bounce pillow) are centrally located so keep that in mind when you are booking your campsite as you may, or may not, want to be in that area. The restrooms were clean and newer (keep in mind we were there very early in the season when the campground was practically empty). The laundry facilities were clean and there were plenty of machines (all but one didn’t work) and were reasonably priced. We really liked the access to water that this park provides Pocomoke Sound and the tidal pond. It’s a great place to relax in a chair, swim, or put in a kayak.
LegendThis is a great little state park tucked away in the woods. Campsites are pretty spacious and have nice shade. The campground has two loops, each with a bathhouse located in the middle. Our site (Butterfly Loop #3) was long enough for our motorhome and tow car. The roads are paved, as was our camping pad. The only utility at our site was 30-amp electric. There are water spigots located throughout each loop and we were close enough to fill our water tank. For the most part, the park is big-rig friendly but we did brush against some trees on our way around the loop. Campsites do vary in length so make sure you include your length when booking. We reserved online and were instructed to just go to our site which was nice and convenient. They sell firewood onsite and have a self-pay station which we loved. There is a nice boat launch and the kayak launch has a platform to assist you getting in and out and there are plenty of places to fish from the bank. There is a nature center (which was not open during our stay), playground, picnic pavilions, amphitheater, The bathrooms could use some more attention. The shower curtains were pink meaning they have not been properly cleaned in a while. Needless to say, we did not shower there. The dump station was closed while we were there but we were told we could use the dump station at Tuckahoe State Park (about 10 miles away). We really enjoyed the short hiking trails and paved trail which allowed us to log about 3 miles without having to leave the park. The campground is a really relaxing place to be. We did drive (about 40 minutes south) to the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park and Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, both of which we recommend. It is also worth a drive to St. Michaels to see the quaint seaside town and visit the maritime museum (plan on spending half a day at the museum). The only downside is that the park is not gated and open for day use so a lot of people just drive through the campground looking around.
GuideParked with my class B van! Amazing you can hear the ocean at night. No electricity so be prepared. Horses will walk through your campsite. Clean and quiet. No cell service. Lots to do with hiking and beaching! Be prepared for cold outdoor showers!
GuideWasn’t sure at first… kind of a lot of money for one night with no sewer hook up, but the amenities make up for the price! The western show was so fun! Frontier town was cute and not too cheesy! Loved walking all the way around the park! Dog friendly!
GuideRight off the beach wild horses, deer, turkeys, and birds. Woke up and walked right out on the beach for some early morning beach combing, was a bit windy
ScoutWe allways have a blast everybody is so nice and lots to do
Equestrian camping near Salisbury, Maryland offers access to the Chesapeake Bay watershed's unique marshland and coastal plain ecosystems at elevations generally under 100 feet. The region experiences hot, humid summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 85°F and mild winters, making spring and fall the optimal seasons for horse camping excursions. Most equestrian-friendly trails feature flat terrain with occasional sandy sections requiring careful footing for horses.
Trail riding at Tuckahoe State Park: Located about 60 miles from Salisbury, the park offers 20 miles of multi-use trails open for horseback riding with varying difficulty levels. "There are 20 miles of hiking trails are also open for biking and horseback riding," explains Mary S., who appreciates the park's spacious layout and diverse activities.
Birdwatching from horseback: The Eastern Shore's wetland ecosystems provide habitat for numerous bird species. At EA Vaughn Wildlife Management Area, riders can access trails while watching for wildlife. "Lots of trails. Pretty busy with Hunters during the season," notes Wayne L., highlighting the area's natural diversity.
Water activities after riding: After a day on horseback, cool off with water-based recreation. At Trap Pond State Park Campground, campers can "rent boats and kayaks for the day and rowed back to our site which the kids loved. They got to spend the day learning to paddle on the pond," according to Lucia B., describing the popular activities available after trail riding.
Level campsites for horse trailers: Horse owners appreciate sites that can accommodate larger vehicles. At Assateague Island National Seashore Oceanside Campground, "Each site has a table and fire ring. Sites are level and have a paved area. Easy to back into," reports Rhonda S., making it suitable for trailer parking.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The presence of wild horses adds to the equestrian camping experience. "We've been going here as a family for over 6 years. Its a great place to relax with less people on the public and private beaches. The wild ponies and deer are beautiful!!" shares Ashley M. about the famous Assateague wild horses.
Access to water crossings for experienced riders: Riders enjoy trails with water features. At Martinak State Park Campground, "Campsites and bathrooms are clean. Beautiful waterfront great for kayaking and water sports. No real hiking trails. Overall small quiet campground," notes Laura M., mentioning the waterfront access that provides interesting riding terrain.
Seasonal bug considerations: When planning equestrian camping trips, consider insect activity. Campers report: "Love this place but be prepared for the bugs. Even enjoyed this in the winter," warns Michael W. at Bayside Assateague Campground, indicating winter visits might be more comfortable for both horses and riders.
Trailer parking restrictions: Many campgrounds limit the size of vehicles or require specific parking areas. "The campsites themselves were grassy, and mostly level. We were able to set up both of our tents, including the 17 foot long one," notes Rita M., suggesting these spacious sites could potentially accommodate smaller horse trailers.
Water availability for horses: Access to fresh water is crucial for equestrians. "Bath houses are located in the A and C loops plus additional ones by the tent camping area. All seemed to be reasonably clean," shares Lee D. at Delaware Seashore State Park Campground, mentioning facilities that could provide water access for horses.
Kid-friendly horse activities: Families can introduce children to equestrian experiences. At Frontier Town RV Resort & Campground, "This campground is very family friendly. There is so much to do. If you do go make sure you go for a week so you can try to do it all," recommends Wilson G., highlighting the variety of activities available.
Multi-use trails suitable for beginners: Look for trails that accommodate riders of different skill levels. "Nice pads, even with rain none were flooded. The wooded area makes you feel a little more secluded from any neighbors. The state park has two playgrounds that are both open and trails to hike," shares Kasey M. about Tuckahoe State Park.
Educational opportunities about local wildlife: Incorporate learning into equestrian camping trips. "Very family friendly. Has a Nature Center, very nice campground and clean bath houses. Has events for children for Easter and at the Nature Center," mentions Penny K., describing educational amenities at Trap Pond State Park.
Maneuvering with horse trailers: RVers with horse trailers should consider site accessibility. "Due to the location near Ocean City, this campground is primarily a resort for people staying 1 or more weeks. I was very out of place with just my little backpacker tent, next to the well-equipped sites around me," explains Dan G., indicating the sites at Sun Outdoors Frontier Town can accommodate larger rigs.
Electric hookups for extended stays: Horse campers often need power for extended comfort. "We stayed at site 411 for five nights... The pull-through sites are long and nicely spaced," notes Greg S. at Tall Pines Harbor, describing sites that would work well for horse trailers with living quarters.
Campground layout considerations: RVers hauling horses should assess campground layouts. "Each site has its own picnic table, but they do not have fire rings, although you are allowed to dig/build your own," explains Rita M., highlighting the flexible site arrangements that could benefit horse campers requiring specific setups.
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