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    Old Orchard Park Campground in Oscoda provides limited options for horse owners seeking camping near Caseville, Michigan. The campground accommodates tent, RV, and cabin camping in a wooded setting along the AuSable River. While the campground features water and electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings, it does not offer dedicated horse corrals or specialized equestrian facilities. Many sites are first-come, first-served, which presents challenges for travelers with horses needing guaranteed accommodations. The campground does have a variety of large, woodsy, level lots that might accommodate horse trailers, though specific equestrian parking is not designated.

    Located approximately 70 miles from Caseville, South Branch Trail Camp Group Site offers a more suitable option for horse camping, though still limited in specialized amenities. The campground connects to trail systems suitable for horseback riding with sites that can accommodate larger vehicles and trailers. The area features tall pine trees providing natural shade for horses. No water or electric hookups are available at this rustic site, requiring equestrians to bring their own water supply for horses. The bathroom facilities are described as clean, but campers must pack out all trash. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak season from April through November, as the campground has a limited number of sites that can fill quickly.

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      1. Old Orchard Park Campground

      4.0(8)36mi from CasevilleRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "The large campground is crowded in summer months and you have to buy tokens to take a shower, but the views and access to the River are spectacular."

      "Sites are reasonably priced around$25-30/night. The park is very dog-friendly, which we appreciated. 

      Nice large, woodsy, level lots. Many are waterfront. "

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      2. South Branch Trail Camp Group Site

      5.0(1)46mi from Caseville1 siteGlamping

      "Bathroom was clean, site was large surrounded by tall pine trees. Picnic table was HC accessible. Fire pit ring. I'm a motocamper and suited my needs. No trash, so take what you brought in plus some."

      from $40 - $100 / night

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    Equestrian Camping Reviews near Caseville, MI

    9 Reviews of 2 Caseville Campgrounds

    • R
      Sep. 28, 2022

      Old Orchard Park Campground

      Don’t allow car camping & no Verizon cell service

      I stayed here a few times in September 2022.  The weather was really rainy but the lake is pretty and Oscoda has a lot of hiking and places to hang up a hammock and relax.  (The campsite is about 10 minutes from town.)

      Labor Day weekend was crazy and my neighbors had a really difficult time staying in their designated site - one family next to me really liked to put their trash on a tree within my site.  People just seemed a little unfriendly and territorial - it seemed like they didn’t know what to do with a younger solo woman camper.  Unrelated, a guy was shouting a song about cocaine around 11pm, drinking with his buddies.  Just kind of weird vibes even though there were a million kids.  It didn’t really feel like homey, family vibes.  

      The second time I was there I was told I could not car camp.  The lady who was working didn’t seem to care but my last night an older male worker waited at the entrance until I returned and loudly announced my site number and said I wasn’t allowed to car camp (I usually don’t get frustrated with older people when they yell because I assume they may be hard of hearing, but it seemed a little unsafe to announce where I would be sleeping.) I asked if hammock camping was ok and he became gruffer and told me his boss wanted to kick me off the campground - which seemed to imply a possible punishment if I kept asking questions.  Ironically, I was asking these questions because I didn’t have a tent but was still trying to comply.  I just felt uncomfortable after that and left, spending my last night somewhere else.

      Showers are ok - they’re coin operated and cleaned every few days.  

      The scenery is pretty but it doesn’t work for me if I can’t car camp and if there’s no cell service to work. As mentioned, weird vibes as a solo female camper too.  Adult activities - like a dance party or movies - take place after dark.  I can’t imagine how being in a dark forest with strangers would feel safe, let alone fun, when there is alcohol and it seems likely there are other substances too.  No really where my interests lie.

      But if you have an RV you might have a different experience - or if you’re looking for a party during a holiday weekend.  It might also be worth a try if you’re camping as a group.

    • Becky K.
      Mar. 29, 2021

      Old Orchard Park Campground

      On the AuSable River

      Lots of things to do in this area! The large campground is crowded in summer months and you have to buy tokens to take a shower, but the views and access to the River are spectacular.

    • Tracey R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Aug. 6, 2021

      Old Orchard Park Campground

      Enjoyable Stay

      Got lucky enough to snag a week-long stay on a waterfront site(401) the last week of July and thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We had very nice neighbors and had a great week of relaxing. 

      Pros: 

      Website booking process was very easy. Sites are reasonably priced around$25-30/night.

      The park is very dog-friendly, which we appreciated. 

      Nice large, woodsy, level lots. Many are waterfront. 

      Trash pickup if you leave it by your site marker. Nice and quiet during the week.

      Delicious hard ice cream served from the store. 

      Nice walks down"The Point". Beautiful views. 

      Cons:

      Water and electric are poorly located. Need extra hose/cords.

      The large store is mostly empty. No souvenir style items.

      Trash everywhere..mini booze bottles, wrappers, cigarette butts.

      Bathrooms are clean, but very outdated and run down.

      Showers run on tokens/quarters and do not have a temperature control.

    • M
      Nov. 23, 2020

      Old Orchard Park Campground

      Perfect Early Fall Camping

      Camped here in early fall. The area around here is beautiful with lots of sights and trails. This park has a wide variety of individuals and many long term residents but the staff were pretty friendly and the lake is beautiful (especially in the early morning).

    • Sean R.
      Jul. 5, 2021

      South Branch Trail Camp Group Site

      Nice Large Private Site #21

      Bathroom was clean, site was large surrounded by tall pine trees. Picnic table was HC accessible. Fire pit ring. I'm a motocamper and suited my needs. No trash, so take what you brought in plus some.

    • L
      Apr. 24, 2018

      Old Orchard Park Campground

      Old orchard is beautiful

      First off, old orchard is on property that is owned by Consumers Powers Energy. They allow certain numbers of reservable sites and are slowly opening up more land to create more camping sites and standing Yurts. I love old orchard. We had our camper on one site for three months but had to pay for 3 weeks at a time. Our site was very large and it was very quiet on the fill hookup did of the park. Most of the staff is helpful and some even will teach the RV newbies how to care for their camper.

      The area around the park has several areas of interest including Lumbermans monument, iargo springs, and downtown Oscoda on lake Huron. It is on the banks of the Ausable river. Kayaking, boating, pontooning, fishing-all beautiful. There is just North of the park an off shoot road that goes to Champagne Hill where people have large homemade slip and slide mats to slide down the steep sand dunes into the water. People bring their pontoons, boats and watercraft and all meet up at different locations and have a great time. The campground has a small beach but it has not been allowed to be fully developed due to consumers energy wanting a natural rustic feel to the park. Yes it is hard to get in, on a first come first serve basis, but that is because it is a great place to stay.... I give this place 5 stars. I love it there

    • Stephanie C.
      May. 11, 2017

      Old Orchard Park Campground

      Undecided on review....

      This campground is hard for me to review because this is one of my husband's favorites, but mine, not so much. A few things that I do not like about this campground include first come first served and the beach area. For most of the sites here, it is first come first served. We have driven all the way there before and not been able to get in. There was another time that we drove there and there was one reservable site that we stayed on the first night and then had to move the next day when a first come site opened up. The beach area at this campground is okay. My niece and nephew liked it, but I felt that it is too small, crowded, and dirty. I hope that they make all sites reservable in the future. This is a 2.5 hour drive and we are not retired so we generally cannot come up until Thursday or Friday, which makes it tough to get in. Camp at your own risk, but I really have no desire to camp here again. My husband likes to camp here and I usually give in once a year, but it is not my first choice.

    • C P.
      Sep. 9, 2018

      Old Orchard Park Campground

      Beautiful wooded campsites lake access

      Beautiful wooded sights. Fishing ,boat ramp, beach, wagon rides, hearts, cabins great place

    • Rachel S.
      Jul. 29, 2018

      Old Orchard Park Campground

      Great family campground

      I have been coming to this campground for many years. I bring my whole family! Very family and pet friendly. It has a playground and a small beach. There are many options to stay here! Highly recommend

    Guide to Caseville

    Campers seeking equestrian accommodations near Caseville, Michigan face limited specialized options within a 70-mile radius. The region features sandy terrain along Lake Huron's Saginaw Bay with elevation changes minimal throughout the Thumb area. Overnight horse camping requires advance planning as facilities with proper equine accommodations remain scarce, particularly during peak summer months when temperatures average 75-85°F.

    What to do

    Trail riding opportunities: Several campgrounds within driving distance of Caseville connect to trail systems suitable for day rides. At Old Orchard Park Campground, the surrounding area offers "lots of things to do" with "access to the River" that provides "spectacular" views according to Becky K.

    Water recreation: The AuSable River provides additional activities beyond horseback riding. Michael A. notes that "the area around here is beautiful with lots of sights and trails" and mentions that "the lake is beautiful (especially in the early morning)."

    Local exploration: The region surrounding Oscoda includes natural attractions worth visiting. Linda H. reports that "the area around the park has several areas of interest including Lumbermans monument, iargo springs, and downtown Oscoda on lake Huron."

    What campers like

    Natural settings: Equestrians appreciate the wooded environments that provide natural shade for horses. C P. described South Branch Trail Camp Group Site as having "beautiful wooded sights" with opportunities for "fishing, boat ramp, beach" activities.

    Spacious sites: Large camping areas accommodate horse trailers and equipment. Sean R. reported that South Branch offers a "site was large surrounded by tall pine trees" with an accessible picnic table and fire pit ring, making it suitable for various camping setups.

    Family-friendly atmosphere: Multiple reviewers note the welcoming environment for all ages. Rachel S. shared that Old Orchard Park is "very family and pet friendly" with amenities like "a playground and a small beach" and "many options to stay."

    What you should know

    Reservation challenges: Many campgrounds operate on first-come, first-served basis, creating difficulties for travelers with horses. Stephanie C. explains, "This is a 2.5 hour drive and we are not retired so we generally cannot come up until Thursday or Friday, which makes it tough to get in."

    Facility limitations: Most campgrounds lack dedicated equestrian facilities. Tracey R. points out that even at general campgrounds, "Water and electric are poorly located. Need extra hose/cords" and bathrooms, while clean, are "very outdated and run down."

    Pack-out requirements: Campers must manage their own waste at rustic sites. At South Branch Trail Camp, Sean R. advises, "No trash, so take what you brought in plus some," emphasizing the importance of self-sufficiency.

    Tips for camping with families

    Plan activities: The region offers recreational opportunities beyond horseback riding. Linda H. shares that near Old Orchard Park Campground, "people have large homemade slip and slide mats to slide down the steep sand dunes into the water" where "people bring their pontoons, boats and watercraft and all meet up at different locations."

    Expect varied crowd sizes: Weekday visits offer quieter experiences. Tracey R. noted the campground was "nice and quiet during the week" but can become much busier during weekends and holidays.

    Bring entertainment options: While natural amenities exist, supplemental activities help during downtime. Rachel S. mentioned that Old Orchard offers "wagon rides" among its family-friendly features.

    Tips from RVers

    Extended stay considerations: RVers planning longer visits should arrange accommodations in advance. Linda H. reports, "We had our camper on one site for three months but had to pay for 3 weeks at a time. Our site was very large and it was very quiet on the full hookup side of the park."

    Staff assistance availability: First-time RVers can find help at some locations. According to Linda H., "Most of the staff is helpful and some even will teach the RV newbies how to care for their camper."

    Site selection strategies: Choose locations based on specific needs and timing. Tracey R. advises, "Got lucky enough to snag a week-long stay on a waterfront site(401) the last week of July" and found "nice large, woodsy, level lots" with many waterfront options at approximately $25-30 per night.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Caseville, MI?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Caseville, MI is Old Orchard Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 8 reviews.

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