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Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground accommodates horses with designated equestrian facilities and trail access. The campground features electric hookups, fire rings, picnic tables, and clean shower facilities while maintaining a quiet, family-friendly atmosphere. Equestrian campers have access to horse-specific areas and can unload their horses at the equestrian staging area before accessing the trail system. The extensive network of trails throughout the park provides multiple riding options through wooded terrain. Vault toilets are available at the horse camping areas, though riders should note that some trails may be shared with hikers and mountain bikers.
Direct access to the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail system makes Hell Creek Ranch & Campground a popular destination for horse enthusiasts. The campground connects to state park trails and offers water and electric hookups for RVs alongside tent camping options. Horse owners find the trail system well-maintained with varied terrain suitable for different riding abilities. Pontiac Lake Recreation Area provides another option with world-class trails and an equestrian-friendly environment. The recreation area features rustic camping with vault toilets and maintains separate bridle paths through wooded areas. Trailer parking is available near the trailheads, allowing for convenient day-use access for those bringing horses. Most equestrian trails remain open year-round, though spring conditions may affect accessibility in some areas.
"What can I say, I love the Michigan State Parks. I find they are the best, Sleepy Hollow is not different and it has so many things to do. "
"Quietly tucked into Clinton co Michigan. Sleepy is easily accessible. Its close to Lansing. There are shopping centers nearby. Country party store is closer!! Very large lake....Ovid is her name!"
from $20 - $160 / night
Check Availability"There are over 20 sites, about half of which are located lake side (not directly on the lake, but there are little paths that lead you there and you can somewhat see the water from these sites.)"
"Wish there was a few additional water filling points and that the dumpsters were all located near the camp entrance/exit. But really nothing to complain about. "
from $32 - $37 / night
Check Availability"Campground Review: Bishop Lake is a great campground located in the middle of the Brighton Rec Area. The upper and lower campgrounds are both modern, with every site including electric."
"Great family place with paved and dirt biking/hiking trails. Very nice beach with grass and sand. There are 2 areas of inflatables, one of them is for the little kids 48 in. and under."
from $32 - $37 / night
Check Availability"Great hiking and world class mountain bike trails. Nice big lake. Only drawback is you must drive to the lake or hike 1.8 miles through the woods on a trail to get there. No camp store."
"An extensive horse back riding trail system and MTB trails are easily accessible."
from $20 - $80 / night
Check Availability"Large play areas, dog run, basketball court, lots of walking trails, and family friendly."
"The location is pretty great, off the beaten path but, within 30 minutes of major stores and conveniences. "
"As an added plus a horse barn (Heavenly Horse Stables) right on property offering riding lessons, trail rides and meet and greets with their houses and other barn animals, my daughter wanted to move here"
"Direct connections to the Waterloo Pinckney trail system. Near Hell, Michigan and Chelsea, Michigan. Large pool in season. Priced reasonably."
from $20 - $35 / night
Check Availability"Lots of trails within reach and a horse riding stable if that is your thing. Heard lots of wolves, saw lots of tracks but no animals. I’d like to go back in the spring and hike around some more!"
"It is usually easy to get multiple sites next to each other with reservations.
There is a decent sandy beach here with a playground and volleyball net."
from $35 - $40 / night
Check Availability"The park has a beautiful 2.5 mile trail around the lake that makes this campground great. We brought our own kayaks but they do rent boats. We saw deer and rabbit."
"Always a great local retreat away from our hectic daily life. Don’t have to travel far to find some nature. Most sites generously sized, hookups available, clean restrooms."
"Great time to unplug and just enjoy our surroundings and begin to learn our own creativity!"
"This is one of our family's favorite close to home sites. Extra large camp sites, lots of room for the kids to run around. Extensive trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding."
from $20 - $186 / night
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LegendThe campground here is actually a quite popular equestrian campground. There is a campground and a staging area. Rustic vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings. The campground itself isn’t really much to write home about (unless you have horses that is). The lakes and launches are however very nice and there are some great trail systems through the area.
LegendWhat can I say, I love the Michigan State Parks. I find they are the best, Sleepy Hollow is not different and it has so many things to do. I would advise if you want to camp there on a weekend to make reservations well in advance. We stay here because there are only 2 campgrounds in the Lansing East Lansing Area this being one of them and the other does not have all full hook ups and charges more. When we visit our daughter at Michigan State University this is the place we stay, 20 - 30 minutes into the University depending upon the traffic.
It has large wooded sites only electric but you can fill up the water at the dump station. Each site has a picnic table and Fire ring. Each campsite has a asphalt pad. They sell fire wood at the campground office. Bring what you need or you can go into St. johns to the Kroger or Walmart. they have 2 main camping loops with 2 loops in each of the main loops and a shower restroom in each main loop. The restrooms are very clean and kept up. I love the showers hot water and for me that is hot and great pressure, I could shower all day. Sure beats our shower in the RV.
The State Park is on Ovid Lake and it is a beautiful lake, great for fishing, canoeing, paddle boards, kayak, and swimming. they have a shelter for you if you have a big party.
They also have a group campsite and a picnic area for large groups. d You can also bring your horses go to the Equestrian area and unload and get on the trail.
You can rent canoes, kayaks, paddle boats and paddle boards. They also have a great play ground for the kids and a fishing pier. Bring Bikes or just hike on the trails and head down to the beach.
Travelerquiet campground during the day, short drive to the beach, biking and equestrian trails available. loud around the restroom at night, cleaning crew came through at 10 pm.
TravelerQuietly tucked into Clinton co Michigan. Sleepy is easily accessible. Its close to Lansing. There are shopping centers nearby. Country party store is closer!! Very large lake....Ovid is her name! Offers many species of fish for catching!! There are fishing docks, ONE IS NOT VERY ACCESSIBLE TO NON AMBULATORY PERSONS !!! THIS ONE'S IN THE CAMP AREA! The path is nicely groomed. The bea h is a long way from the parking lot a d there is no beach access from camp. The park is usually a clean family place...but for really young children or elderly persons it may. Ot be your first choice. I live nearby and have camped there zillions of times. I love it and shower bouses in camp are clean! Friendly staff a d they ate SERIOUS about quiet time! Bug spray required !!
GuideVery nice sites. Wooded and up north feel. Great hiking and world class mountain bike trails. Nice big lake. Only drawback is you must drive to the lake or hike 1.8 miles through the woods on a trail to get there. No camp store. Equestrian trails and I hear they have a remote control airplane field and shooting range.
GuideI frequent this park if I am camping or not. decent disc gof course and access to Lake Ovid is great, miles of trails to hike/bike/ride horses. Hosts are very friendly and is always a joy to talk with the rangers
ScoutFun backpacking trails best trails close to state capital
fishing ,boating, disc golf, horse and bike trails,
Geocaching available.
GuideThis was our last stop on a trip where we camped in 6 different Michigan State Parks. This may be an older camp or the DNR was trying to save money when it was built. Most electrical posts are designed to accommodate at least 2 adjoining lots, and as many as 4. This in itself is not a concern until you realize the posts are way too far away to reach without an extension. We tried several lots and couldn’t reach any of the outlets. We finally met a couple who saId they had extensions at the office. So, we finally got set up with an extension cord from the camp office and decided to walk to the beach. Our site was adjacent to the path leading to the beach so we figured we could use a little walk. The path led to another path that led to a parking lot for the beach. After crossing the parking lot we still had to cross a large yard/park that finally opened onto the beach on this small lake. It was all very scenic, but we weren’t expecting a major hike to get to the beach. Showers are nice. They also have a neat ice cream vending machine that I had to check out for scientific purposes only. For a Michigan state park we were quite disappointed.
ScoutWhat started as a little get away turned into not wanting to leave! A swimming pool and playground with basketball court to keep my kids entertained and clean facilities convinced me I had made the right choice. As an added plus a horse barn (Heavenly Horse Stables) right on property offering riding lessons, trail rides and meet and greets with their houses and other barn animals, my daughter wanted to move here. Other perks to this campground: Openings to Pinckney State trails right on property and all sorts of lakes, parks and small town downtown areas for food and shopping nearby, H.C.R.C. was a hidden gem.
Campers seeking equestrian facilities near Corunna, Michigan can access several recreation areas within a 40-mile radius. The region features a mix of state parks and private campgrounds with elevation ranging from 750 to 850 feet above sea level. Most equestrian campgrounds in the area maintain separate trail systems for horses, though trail conditions can vary significantly during spring thaw periods.
Trail riding opportunities: Pontiac Lake Recreation Area features extensive bridle paths through varied terrain. The recreation area maintains "world-class mountain bike trails and the lake is open to boating, kayaking, and other water sports" according to Christie V., who notes that while you must "drive to the lake or hike 1.8 miles through the woods on a trail to get there," the campground offers an "up north feel."
Fishing opportunities: At Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground, visitors can catch "largemouth bass and huge bluegills" according to Michael P., who mentions that while there's "lots of traffic being so close to City," it's still a "good day excursion." The park also features disc golf courses and geocaching activities.
Swimming and water activities: Seven Lakes State Park Campground offers "breath taking - crystal clear, clean water, a good public beach" according to Andy B., who adds that "Sand Lake was our spot and the water was great for kayaking." The campground has "a private lake that's good for swimming and fishing" and "plenty of hiking/biking trails easily accessed from the campground."
Private campsites: Campers appreciate the secluded sites at Bishop Lake Campground, where Mike B. notes there are "full size sites for RVs" with "electric on each site along with fire rings and picnic tables." While the campground can get busy, "some good spots have some shade to stay out of the sun" and "the bathrooms are clean and the showers were warm."
Clean facilities: Many horse campgrounds maintain high standards for their amenities. At Addison Oaks County Park, Jennifer O. reports that "the beach is nice, a little small, but clean and fun" and the campground has "tons of trails for hiking and biking." Tim & Nancy C. add that the "park was clean, guests well behaved, staff helpful" and "sites in our area were spacious."
Seasonal activities: Fall and winter camping options exist at several parks. According to Stephanie C., Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground hosts "an awesome Halloween trick or treat weekend, but be sure to book the day of six months before because otherwise you will not get a site." The campground has "newer bathrooms and the grounds are well kept" while offering "a beach and playground."
Electrical access considerations: At Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground, Nick W. warns that "most electrical posts are designed to accommodate at least 2 adjoining lots, and as many as 4" but notes they "are way too far away to reach without an extension." He suggests getting "an extension cord from the camp office" if needed.
Insect activity: When visiting Brighton Recreation Area, Rebecca M. advises to "bring bug spray" as "there are TONS of mosquitos" especially at the rustic sites. Ryan F. notes that "the camping area sits on an inaccessible lake with a marsh area" and recommends bringing "screen houses" to enjoy outdoor cooking and campfires without discomfort.
Trail conditions: Horse trails may be affected by seasonal changes. Some parks like Pontiac Lake Recreation Area offer "rustic camping with vault toilets" near equestrian trailheads. Mary H. mentions the park has "extensive mountain biking trails" with "lots of private sites" but advises that some sites require lengthy extension cords as "hook ups are exceptionally far away from the designated RV parking pad."
Look for kid-focused amenities: Melissa M. reports that Brighton Recreation Area "has several camping areas within its property" and "the lake has water activities you can pay extra for." She notes the park offers "all types of camping" and has "a lot of trails for biking and hiking" that families can enjoy together.
Check for organized activities: Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern at Waterloo Recreation Area has "a nice sandy beach with a playground and volleyball net," according to Mike B., who adds that there are "small dirt trails for hiking and biking" and "enough loops here to go for walks as well." Kim S. mentions her kids "rode bikes around the loop and loved swimming and the playground."
Plan for adequate shade: When camping during summer months, Amy D. from Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground recommends sites that offer shade as "we had to run the ac which is unusual for us in Michigan" during a heat wave. She notes that their site "backed up to trees" and they "can't recall seeing our neighbors to the left or right," providing good privacy for families.
Site selection strategies: For RVers visiting Hell Creek Ranch & Campground, Jason F. reports it's a "great private campground with rustic, elec, water/elec (30 amp), and concrete pad sites" that has "direct connections to the Waterloo Pinckney trail system." Lisa D. adds that her site was "very large and pretty level" with water/electric hookups for "$30/night."
Dump station access: Several parks provide sanitary dump stations for RVs, though hookup options vary. At Seven Lakes State Park Campground, Holly S. notes that "the sites are decently sized with most being easily gotten into with an RV" but warns that the "showers are not very clean and very small" and the campground "is very busy."
Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground features both modern and equestrian camping areas, with bathrooms that Ricky C. describes as "clean," along with "paved roads and grass sites." For horse camping, the equestrian staging area allows for convenient unloading before accessing the trail system.
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