Equestrian camping near Easton, Maryland offers varied terrain for riders exploring Maryland's Eastern Shore. The region features flat coastal plains with an average elevation of 30 feet above sea level, making it accessible for horses and riders of all experience levels. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-90°F with high humidity, while spring and fall provide milder conditions for trail riding.
What to do
Kayaking on Tuckahoe Creek: Access the waterway through Tuckahoe State Park Campground, located about 15 minutes from Easton. "There's a canoe/kayak launch between sites 46 and 48. The walk to Tuckahoe Creek from the parking area is very short, and the creek leads to Tuckahoe Lake with more of the creek on the other side of the lake," notes Mary S.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple access points available at Trap Pond State Park Campground, which is a reasonable drive from Easton. "Beautiful waterfront great for kayaking and water sports. No real hiking trails. Overall small quiet campground," explains Laura M.
Mountain biking: Explore the trail system at Tuckahoe State Park. "Great hiking, biking, kayaking and fishing. They have a really nice playground for kids (which is separate from the campground). You can rent kayaks, canoes and fishing gear," says Jessica K.
Archery practice: Tuckahoe State Park offers an archery range for target practice during your stay. "20 miles of hiking trails are also open for biking and horseback riding. Archery range. Disc golf. Hunting - as a hiker, I am extremely wary of hiking in parks at a time when hunting is allowed," advises Mary S.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Martinak State Park Campground provides good separation between campsites. "Easy to navigate through with a trailer. Nice trails and playground. Bathrooms were like brand new. Water and electric on our loop," reports Rhonda S.
Clean facilities: The maintenance standards are consistently high at many area campgrounds. "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!" shares Shanna S.
Trail connectivity: Access to multiple trail systems makes the area ideal for horse riding. "We had a great time with our 3 little ones. They have lots of easily walked trails. Bath houses are kept clean. They have quite a few playgrounds throughout the park, which was a major plus for us," states Bill F.
Natural settings: Blackbird State Forest Campground offers more secluded options for equestrian camping near Easton. "The only thing about this site specifically is the trail was close by so you'd occasionally see people walking by but not enough that it didn't still feel secluded. Nice hikes in the area, great weekend!" comments Emily M.
What you should know
Limited amenities: Some smaller campgrounds have minimal facilities. "Only 8 sites in the campground, very spaced apart. Each site has lots of room, very much enjoyed our stay and will return! No running water- only port a potties but they were clean," mentions Sarah M. about Blackbird State Forest.
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds in the area operate with limited services during off-season. "The parks operate seasonally from March through November, with Tuckahoe State Park Campground generally being quieter and more peaceful during weekdays," according to a visitor.
Site selection: Some sites may be too small for larger rigs. "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, length and with were an issue. The firepit was about 3-4 feet from our door," warns Buck P.
Bug management: The coastal location means insects are abundant. "Bring bug and tick spray - definitely need it! We hiked the brown trail and it was a nice walk," advises Nurse N.
Tips for camping with families
Free bike rentals: Martinak State Park Campground offers family-friendly amenities. "They also had a bike shed where you can sign out bikes for free for the day which was super neat. They also have wheelbarrows to borrow so if you have a drive up site you can use them," shares Lucia B.
Multiple playgrounds: Facilities for children are well-distributed. "They have lots of easily walked trails. Bath houses are kept clean. They have quite a few playgrounds throughout the park, which was a major plus for us," notes Bill F.
Educational activities: Look for structured programs. "If you're looking to learn and explore with your kids, there is an extensive junior ranger program," mentions Jean C.
Water activities: Seasonal boat rentals provide family entertainment. "We walked around the pond and rented 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," recommends Lucia B.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Be prepared with leveling blocks at Cedarville State Forest. "Sites for tents are big enough for a 4 person tent. There are clean bathrooms and the hosts, who I have spoken to many times, are friendly and knowledgeable about the area," reports Bill G.
Power reliability: Some campgrounds experience occasional outages. "A rather typical state part. Fishing, boating, camping, and hiking. Somethings I negatives about Tuckahoe: We lost power during a rain storm," notes Sean R.
Water fill locations: "The campground is wooded and only has electric hookups available. The sites are well spaced. Good dump station and potable water fill. Spigots throughout the campground," reports Adam and Suzanne B.
Sewage disposal: Most campgrounds offer dump stations but not full hookups. "Sites have water and electricity, eight tent sites, one island site, two yurts, and eight cabins. There is a dump station available. Sites are level, in a loop around the bath house," explains Lee D.
