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Cedarville State Forest offers a variety of equestrian trails throughout its wooded landscape, though the campground itself has limited dedicated horse facilities. Trail riders can access multiple horse-friendly paths directly from the camping area. The camping loop accommodates both tent and RV campers with sites that include fire rings, picnic tables, and 30-amp electric hookups at select locations. Horses frequently pass near the family camping loop, creating occasional noise and scents that subside quickly. The forest maintains several well-marked equestrian routes connecting to broader trail networks, making this a convenient base camp for day rides. The bathhouse facilities are clean and accessible via gravel pathways from campsites.
The equestrian trail network within Cedarville connects riders to various sections of the forest through a system of clearly marked paths. Trail signage throughout the park helps riders navigate between riding areas, though bringing a trail map is recommended. Ticks are particularly abundant during summer months, requiring proper protection for both horses and riders. The family campground can accommodate smaller horse trailers at some sites, though calling ahead to verify accessibility is advised. Water spigots located throughout the camping loop provide convenient access for filling water buckets. Sites are priced reasonably with firewood available for purchase through an honor system or by calling the ranger for delivery. For larger trailer parking or more extensive horse facilities, riders may need to consider alternatives like Tuckahoe State Park which offers more dedicated equestrian amenities.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Churchton (6)
1. Cedarville State Forest
"We picked up the camping registration outside the office at the entrance, no need to speak with anyone. Then we just drove down to our campsite in the family camping loop."
"There are some abandon camp loops around the open campground which makes for some cool walks with your dog. Very pretty area with lots of trails and overgrown roads to walk."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 / night
2. Pohick Bay Campground
"We have been camping here for nearly 20 years. Each military tour brought us back to this area so Pohick became our second home. Our kids kayak now older but used to walk the trails as little kids."
"We enjoyed sitting around the campfire at night and walking the dogs down to the water. We were right next to a hiking trail that went down to the water and a beach area."
29 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $150 / night
3. Tuckahoe State Park Campground
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $21 - $70 / night
4. Camp Meade RV Park
5. Martinak State Park Campground
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $18 - $77 / night
6. Lichtman Camp 1 — Prince William Forest Park
Drive Time
- 35 min from Washington, DC
- 42 min from Baltimore, MD
- 55 min from Lexington Park, MD
- 1 hr 47 min from Salisbury, MD
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Churchton, MD
114 Reviews of 6 Churchton Campgrounds
Nancy W.
LegendMartinak State Park Campground
Quiet camping in the woods.
This 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.
- SShawn
RangerTuckahoe State Park Campground
Excellent for hikers
Lots of trails to hike. Beautiful, peaceful. Some sites not level.
Adam and Suzanne B.
GuideTuckahoe State Park Campground
meh
The campground is wooded and only has electric hookups available. The sites are well spaced. The bathhouse is dated and was clean enough to use. There isn't much to do in the park but it was an ok jumping off point to visit St. Michaels. Good dump station and potable water fill. Spigots throughout the campground.
Shanna S.
TravelerMartinak State Park Campground
We’ll be back!
Great short camping trip for a quick weekend away. We stayed on the butterfly loop.
Cell service (T-Mobile) was spotty at times, bathhouses were fine, and the ranger was on patrol regularly. We felt very safe!
Wonderful park! We’ll be back!
- ZZu Y.Guide
Martinak State Park Campground
Beautiful campground with cozy bathroom
I love this campground very much. I called the office book my reservation, the representative put me in Acorn loop.
When I arrived by the late evening, there are only two camper in a huge site. Then I drove to Butterfly loop, this site have much more peoples, some camper tell me, the Ranger will coming soon; finally the ranger help me move my site into the Butterfly loop. From my experience, better book campsite by yourself online, then you have an idea this site how many occupancy.
- RRick V.Traveler
Camp Meade RV Park
Great RV park to stay near Vicksburg
Did stay here after visting Vicksburg. Nice clean restrooms and showers. Friendly hostess and we had a nice shady spot, what was great with a heat of 94F.
- VVanessa S.Guide
Tuckahoe State Park Campground
A Gem of a State Park
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. The campground is well maintained and the sites are great. We have a small travel trailer and our site was pretty level and nicely private. We backed up to a hiking trail which was nice. There's lots to do here. There's a disc golf course and the camp store has discs available to use. We've never played before but had a blast learning, now we're hooked. We also enjoyed kayaking on the lake. If you enjoy birding this park is great, we saw so many cool birds. There's an arboretum and horse riding trails. We will definitely be going back!
Trees F.ScoutPohick Bay Campground
Excellent spot
We loved staying at Pohick. We were here to visit DC and it was an excellent spot to stay. It was extremely hot as it was July but the sites had a lot of shade. Site 46 where we stayed was close to the bathrooms and nice and flat. The bathrooms were cleaner than any other campground we have stayed in and they have laundry and a nice stainless sink and counter for washing dishes if needed. About a 40 minute drive into DC and definitely worth it. Also, campers get a discount at the water park which was a very reasonable 5 dollars per person. The weekend tends to be a bit louder but during the week was very quiet.
Guide to Churchton
Cedarville State Forest offers equestrian trails through its central Maryland woodlands, situated within 50 miles of Chesapeake Bay. The park maintains several miles of marked riding paths at elevations between 100-250 feet above sea level, providing year-round access except during hunting seasons. Trail conditions vary seasonally with summer months bringing higher tick populations that require proper protection for both horses and riders.
What to do
Trail riding exploration: Riders can access multiple interconnected trail loops from the camping area at Tuckahoe State Park Campground. The park features "20 miles of hiking trails are also open for biking and horseback riding" according to reviewer Mary S., making it suitable for day trips or weekend excursions.
Fishing near horse trails: Set up camp then head to nearby fishing spots accessible from the riding paths. "Fishing, boating, camping, and hiking. The campground was fully booked for the weekend but the other areas weren't crowded as I've seen at other MD state parks," notes Sean R. about Tuckahoe's balanced use areas.
Evening wildlife observation: Many trails pass through prime wildlife viewing areas. "Saw a snake, alligator snapping turtle, and rabbits, before we even reached the gates," reports Ben J. about his experience at Cedarville State Forest, highlighting the diverse wildlife visible from horse trails.
What campers like
Well-spaced sites: The camping areas provide adequate separation between sites. "The wooded area makes you feel a little more secluded from any neighbors," writes Kasey M. about Martinak State Park Campground, which offers spacious sites for equestrian campers.
Clean facilities: Despite heavy use by both equestrians and standard campers, bathrooms remain serviceable. "Bathrooms are clean and the hosts, who I have spoken to many times, are friendly and knowledgeable about the area," states Bill G. about Cedarville's facilities that accommodate trail riders.
Natural water features: Proximity to water adds value for horse camping. "Beautiful waterfront great for kayaking and water sports. No real hiking trails. Overall small quiet campground," notes Laura M. about Martinak's riverside location that provides water access after trail rides.
What you should know
Seasonal tick concerns: Protection for both horses and humans is essential. "LOTS and LOTS of ticks. I got one, but my wife and dog got about a dozen each. Just bring tweezers," warns Ben J. about Cedarville, a consideration especially important for horse campers spending extended time on trails.
Site limitations: Some campgrounds have restrictions on larger rigs and horse trailers. "We booked site 21, blind. The web site does not say site 21 is extremely small. We have a 25' camper, and it barely fit," cautions Buck P. about his stay at Tuckahoe, emphasizing the importance of calling ahead to confirm trailer accessibility.
Seasonal closures: Check for hunting season restrictions when planning equestrian camping trips to Pohick Bay Campground. "We stayed here for 2w while visiting friends in Alexandria. Took me 25-30m to get there so you are far away from bustle of city but not so far that going in to enjoy breakfast or the sights is a feat," notes Josh J. about this year-round option.
Tips for camping with families
Playground proximity: Choose sites near play areas to balance horse activities with family needs. "We had a great time here over a long weekend in August. The site was spacious. We got a site on the inner loop and it backed to the playground and the bathhouse," recommends Ben G. about Camp Meade RV Park, which offers secure facilities.
Educational opportunities: Several horse campgrounds near Churchton offer junior ranger programs. "If you're looking to learn and explore with your kids, there is an extensive junior ranger program," mentions Jean C. about Martinak State Park, providing structured activities for children between trail rides.
Safety protocols: Establish clear rules about approaching horses. "Was great not to have to really worry about anything because you are securely on post," explains Elvin J. about Camp Meade's controlled environment, which extends to horse management areas.
Tips from RVers
Electric hookup locations: Seek sites with access to both water and power for horse-related equipment. "Great campground hidden away in the city. Clean sites include table and fire pit. Site 6 was good but not for larger rigs. We have a pop up and had to navigate around a tree that would have been very difficult for larger rigs," advises Nurse N. about Andrews AFB Military FamCamp.
Dump station accessibility: After multiple days with horses, easy access to cleaning facilities becomes important. "The pump out station was very nice," notes Sean R. about Tuckahoe, which matters for extended equestrian camping trips requiring regular maintenance.
Weather preparedness: Regional storms can impact trail conditions. "I took my girlfriend car camping in Cedarville State Forest. The camping trip turned more into a stay in the tent the whole trip. We set up camp and ate dinner only to be hit by a tornado watch in the area," recounts Justin G., highlighting the need for weather monitoring when planning horse activities.
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