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Best Equestrian Camping near Flintstone, MD

48 Reviews

Horse-friendly camping options near Flintstone, Maryland are limited based on available data. Shawnee State Park Campground, located in Schellsburg, Pennsylvania, accommodates various camping styles including tent camping, RV sites, cabins, and yurts, though no specific horse corrals are listed among its amenities. The 300+ site campground features a mix of full hookup sites, 30 and 50-amp electric sites, and non-electric tent sites. Sites vary in levelness and size, with gravel pads ranging from 20 to 115 feet in length.

Trails surrounding the park offer potential riding opportunities, though the lake serves as the primary attraction for most visitors. The campground connects to several hiking trails that could potentially accommodate horses, though specific bridle path designations aren't mentioned in the data. Campsites are spacious with good tree coverage in many areas, providing natural separation between sites. Bathroom facilities are clean with hot showers, though some visitors note they operate on a push-button system with limited temperature control. Despite the remote feel of the campground, some noise from the nearby Pennsylvania Turnpike can be heard, particularly at night, which may affect horses sensitive to traffic sounds.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Flintstone, Maryland (4)

    1. Shawnee State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    Schellsburg, PA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 733-4218

    $20 - $110 / night

    "Campground reeks of horse manure 24/7. Was pleased by the quiet despite size of campground and proximity to highway. Sites not overly large or private."

    "It's close to some really great hiking--just outside the park--and that's how I ended up there."

    2. The Cove Campground

    15 Reviews
    High View, VA
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 858-2882

    "Several rustic campsites with a large lake for the kids, and miles of off road trails for atvs, jeeps, and dirtbikes."

    "The road is gravel and could use some work, I’d recommend 4x4 drive. We really enjoyed it and will go back. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5, water situation and the roads could use some work."

    3. Big Run State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Bloomington, MD
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 895-5453

    $10 - $55 / night

    "This is one of my favorite Western Maryland hideaways. The best spots are in the woods adjacent to the stream. You can set up your camp chair and enjoy the creek sounds."

    "You have to know what you're getting here - there ARE campsites with amenities, near water and bathrooms, but not all of them have the amenities. "

    4. Vagabond Isle

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    Big Pool, MD
    28 miles
    +1 (301) 800-8725

    $100 - $150 / night

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Flintstone, MD

48 Reviews of 4 Flintstone Campgrounds

  • M
    Aug. 3, 2021

    Shawnee State Park Campground

    Is as others say

    Campground reeks of horse manure 24/7. Was pleased by the quiet despite size of campground and proximity to highway. Sites not overly large or private. Has wood vending machine at entrance for firewood. Hiking loop around lake is beautiful. Jean bonnet tavern nearby recommended for a great meal in a historic setting.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 8, 2023

    Big Run State Park Campground

    Great primitive campsite

    This is one of my favorite Western Maryland hideaways. The best spots are in the woods adjacent to the stream. You can set up your camp chair and enjoy the creek sounds. The camp sites next to the reservoir have no privacy but offer extremely easy access for canoes/kayaks. Clean and well maintained. The camp store nearby offers a good selection of basics along with boat rentals

  • N
    Feb. 19, 2020

    The Cove Campground

    Beautiful nature. Not so beautiful bathrooms.

    Pros: Very friendly and accommodating staff. We camped in October and we had pretty much the entire place to ourselves. Beautiful lake and overall picturesque setting. Free range, friendly goats wander around, which is kinda fun. Cons: WiFi signal weak and intermittent, even close to router. We camped in sites with hookups near office and entrance and the toilets are really far. The showers are even farther-like a 15-20 minute walk with bad signage directing to. The view from the showers were breathtaking, but the showers themselves left much to be desired. We had told they had just been cleaned, but they were so old and rust stained that it still felt kinda gross. Cobwebs along ceiling, dim lighting and worn paint added to the overall dinginess. There are no hooks to hang a towel and no shower curtain, wall or door so the bench with my clothes and towel got wet as did the floor, so you step out of shower into a puddle.

  • Brian S.
    Apr. 19, 2018

    Shawnee State Park Campground

    Close to Really Great Hiking

    Shawnee State Park is about 2.5 hours east of Pittsburgh, and it has pretty much everything: swimming, fishing, boating, camping, and fairly decent hiking. It's close to some really great hiking--just outside the park--and that's how I ended up there. I was trekking on the very wild Mid-State Trail, nearby, when I opted for a night at the conventional campground in Shawnee. No regrets. I usually avoid car-camping because I don't want to listen to other people's classic rock in the woods. But this place was great. I came midweek, so I had the campground mostly to myself. The showers are hot and clean. The lake is beautiful with a nice swimming beach. The area around the park has all the scenic and historic attractions of central PA: covered bridges, big stone farmhouses, quaint towns. My only complaint is that the PA Turnpike screams a little too close by. Also, the sites are pretty close together, so be sure to look at a campground map beforehand to reserve one of the more isolated ones.

  • Danielle S.
    May. 24, 2020

    Shawnee State Park Campground

    Pleasant camping

    We stayed at Shawnee for 2 nights Memorial Day weekend just after Covid19 restrictions had been partially lifted. Site 258 on loop D is quiet, but may have been noisy if the yurt and 2 cabins had been rented out. There is a 20 amp plug and 30 amp service at this site. The fire ring is at an angle so cooking on it proved to be a challenge (we bring a grill grate with us just in case, and had to use it). Bathroom and showers were clean, bright, and there is a dish washing sink outside. Showers were push button but pressure was great and the water was hot (make sure you push the button once before you get in so its warm if no one else is showering at that time). Bring shower shoes. We were able to hear a small bit of traffic from the highway, but nothing that disturbed us. There are several stores within a 20 minute drive (Walmart, etc) and a mall an hour away. Camp wood at the entrance is $5 and is tiny; our biggest piece was a foot long, 4 inches wide and 2 inches thick! It was okay to start a fire, but we went into the woods and picked up dead wood that we cut into manageable logs. There weren't any roadside stacks of seasoned wood, so be prepared if it rains. The picnic table was saturated and too heavy to move, so we ate sitting in camp chairs. We would stay again.

  • Brittany V.
    Jul. 3, 2025

    Shawnee State Park Campground

    Double check site booked

    We absolutely loved our stay at this park once we changed sites. We have a 35’ TT and there was no way it was going to fit in the site we originally booked. Luckily it was opening weekend and the rangers and super accommodating! We moved over one site and it made all the difference. The sites are spacious with a ton of tree coverage. Easy access to the dump station as you exit. It’s not directly on the lake but there is a ton of parking and easy access points.

  • Jacob I.
    Jun. 11, 2018

    The Cove Campground

    Great trails for both riding and hiking.

    Spent a weekend here in mid May. Bugs weren't a problem at all. Several rustic campsites with a large lake for the kids, and miles of off road trails for atvs, jeeps, and dirtbikes.

  • E
    May. 16, 2021

    Shawnee State Park Campground

    Nice park

    This is a nice park, close to home with a lake. We like to picnic and go fishing. There are nice trails, volleyball areas, and playgrounds.

  • Mark K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 9, 2021

    Big Run State Park Campground

    Basic drive-in campground - facilities a drive away - but extremely nice

    You have to know what you're getting here - there ARE campsites with amenities, near water and bathrooms, but not all of them have the amenities.  Frankly, the bare campsites are nicer - they are more spread out, wooded, and some of them are located right along the stream.  Mosquitos are something of an issue, but by no means awful; and it is a pleasure to sleep in nature with nothing but birdsong and the sound of the rushing creek.  It is close to the Savage River reservoir, which is great for kayaking.

Guide to Flintstone

Horse camping in Maryland offers a unique opportunity to explore the great outdoors while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With a variety of campgrounds that cater to horse enthusiasts, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and ride the scenic trails.

Tips for equestrian camping near Flintstone, Maryland

  • Big Run State Park Campground provides a peaceful setting with ample space between sites, making it ideal for horse camping while enjoying the sounds of nature.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • At Vagabond Isle, you can easily access the Tuscarora Trail, perfect for horseback riding and exploring the beautiful surroundings.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like trails and facilities

  • The Cove Campground features a welcoming atmosphere for horse campers, with plenty of space to ride and enjoy the outdoors while being surrounded by nature.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Flintstone, MD is Shawnee State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 27 reviews.

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