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GuideIonia State Recreation Area
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Clean, family friendly, beautiful. Take a walk through the equestrian to check out the horses.
Equestrian Camping near Haslett, MI
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Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground offers horse riding trails and facilities suitable for equestrian visitors. The park spans extensive grounds with multiple trail systems designed for horseback riding throughout the 2,678-acre property. Riding trails connect to a broader network within the park, allowing for varied terrain experiences and different skill levels. Horse trailer parking is available in designated areas, though the campground itself does not have dedicated horse corrals or stalls. The park maintains a separate equestrian day-use area with ample parking for horse trailers. Bathrooms are clean and accessible, and campsites provide electric hookups with water spigots scattered throughout the grounds. The park's natural setting includes wooded areas that create private, secluded campsites.
Trail riders can access miles of designated bridle paths directly from the park, with connections to the larger trail system that winds around Lake Ovid. The multi-use trails accommodate horseback riding, hiking, and mountain biking on separate marked routes to minimize conflicts. Water access points along the trails provide natural watering opportunities for horses during rides. Riders should be aware that DNR officers regularly patrol the area and enforce park regulations. The park is open year-round, though equestrian trail conditions vary seasonally. Campers should note that while horse trails are accessible, horses are not permitted in the main campground area - riders must use the day-use equestrian facilities and trailer parking. Some trails connect to the primitive hike-in campsites that offer more seclusion than the main campground.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Haslett (15)
1. Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground
"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 Availability2. Bishop Lake Campground — Brighton Recreation Area
"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 Availability3. Sugarloaf Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area
"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 Availability4. Hell Creek Ranch & Campground
"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 Availability5. Eaton County Fairgrounds
"Confidently located a mile outside of Charlotte, with all the conviences of restraunts, walmart, Meijer etc."
6. Ionia State Recreation Area
"Take a walk through the equestrian to check out the horses."
"There is a disc golf course, mountain bike trail, equestrian trails, hiking trails, a beautiful no wake lake perfect for swimming, kayaking, or fishing. "
from $20 - $160 / night
Check Availability7. Seven Lakes State Park Campground
"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 Availability8. Pontiac Lake Recreation Area
"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 Availability9. Highland Recreation Area Campground
"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
Check Availability10. Holts RV Sites and Mobile Home Court
Drive Time
- 12 min from Lansing, MI
- 36 min from Flint, MI
- 44 min from Jackson, MI
- 53 min from Ann Arbor, MI
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- Joshua E.
TravelerIonia State Recreation Area
Great activities for outdoors lovers
Ionia has so many great outdoor activities for almost anyone. There is a disc golf course, mountain bike trail, equestrian trails, hiking trails, a beautiful no wake lake perfect for swimming, kayaking, or fishing. The beach is fantastic especially for little kids who might not be the best swimmers ready for Lake Michigan or lakes with lots of boats and waves to deal with. Nice and sandy and a nice store and ice cream shop at the beach.
The campground itself is very nice, but you may find the activities are a short drive away from your site to get there. The sites are all a little bit shallow especially if you have a larger travel trailer you may find it a bit tight. There is a great variety of shaded and sunny sites. There is only one bathroom for the campground so it can be a bit busy and it could probably use an update.
Mary T.
LegendSleepy Hollow State Park Campground
I know another great Michigan State Park
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. 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.
- Kristina P.Traveler
Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground
ok
quiet 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.
- KKaren P.Traveler
Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground
Sleepy, as i call it...
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! 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 !!
Christie V.GuidePontiac Lake Recreation Area
Hidden Gem
Very 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.
David F.GuideSleepy Hollow State Park Campground
Nature is where it's at
I 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
- JJacob B.
ScoutSleepy Hollow State Park Campground
Best hiking trails within 1gour drive of the state capital
Fun backpacking trails best trails close to state capital
fishing ,boating, disc golf, horse and bike trails,
Geocaching available.
- NNick W.Guide
Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground
Disappointing
This 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.
Guide to Haslett
Equestrian camping near Haslett, Michigan offers trail riders access to over 2,600 acres of woodland terrain across multiple state parks and recreation areas. The region sits at elevations between 850-1,000 feet with predominantly sandy soil that drains well after rain events. Most horse-friendly campgrounds in the area maintain separate equestrian facilities from general camping, with direct access to trail systems ranging from beginner to advanced levels.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: At Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground, visitors find productive waters for bass and panfish. "Fishing is good here for some largemouth bass, and huge blueguils. Lots of traffic being so close to City, but good day excursion," notes Michael P.
Trail exploration: Hikers can access multiple trail systems with varying terrain. Jacob B. describes the area as having the "best hiking trails within 1 hour drive of the state capital" and mentions "fun backpacking trails" with "fishing, boating, disc golf, horse and bike trails, geocaching available."
Swimming beaches: Most parks in the region maintain designated swimming areas with varying amenities. At Brighton Recreation Area, "the lake has water activities you can pay extra for if you would like to do that," according to Melissa M. The area features "a great lake for swimming" with both "lit path to the bathroom, and easy access to hiking trails and raft/boat launch."
What campers like
Private campsites: Many campers appreciate secluded sites available at several parks. At Pontiac Lake Recreation Area, Sarah P. confirms, "The sites aren't super far away from each other but there are trees between sites so from most of the sites you can't really see your neighbors." Another camper notes that "once parked felt very secluded and could barely see site past truck in parking spot."
Clean facilities: Bathhouses and restrooms receive positive mentions throughout the region. According to Nathan V. at Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground, "Bathrooms are well spaced between the campsites, and have showers along with some vending machines outside of them. Spigots are scattered throughout and are very accessible."
Multiple recreation options: Seven Lakes State Park Campground offers diverse activities beyond horseback riding. Andy B. describes their experience: "Sand Lake was our spot and the water was breath taking - it's a small pond really, but great for kayaking. Crystal clear, clean water, a good public beach."
What you should know
Variable electrical access: Many campgrounds have limitations with hookup placement. Nathan V. advises: "Be sure to bring at least 100 feet of extension chord if you want electricity, because the power ports are not as accessible from some areas."
Seasonal bugs: The region experiences heavy mosquito and tick activity, especially in warmer months. At Highland State Recreation Area, campers should prepare accordingly. Kristina J. warns: "There are tons of mosquitoes and ticks, so make sure you bring bug spray. Also make sure that all food and garbage is secure at night, the raccoons have no fear."
Beach distance: At several parks, swimming areas require transportation from campsites. Mary H. from Pontiac Lake Recreation Area explains: "Beach is a 1.8 mile hike from the East loop in the campground but is well worth the walk. (Trail is not stroller/wagon friendly)."
Tips for camping with families
Halloween events: Special seasonal activities make fall camping popular. Stephanie C. notes that at Sleepy Hollow, "Every year they put together 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."
Kid-friendly amenities: Bishop Lake Campground offers features specifically designed for children. Mary O. mentions "Nice lakes for swimming and can take your pet as well! Big playground and nice bathrooms."
Water features: Families particularly enjoy the water recreation options at many parks. As Jillian E. shares about Bishop Lake Campground: "Such a cool place to enjoy with the kids, we had a blast at Jump Island!"
Tips from RVers
Extension cords needed: Many sites require additional electrical cabling. Mary H. advises: "If you are hoping to hook up to electrical, bring extension cords; some hook ups are exceptionally far away from the designated RV parking pad."
Site selection: At Hell Creek Ranch & Campground, RVers find accommodations specifically designed for larger vehicles. Jason F. describes it as a "Great private campground with rustic, elec, water/elec (30 amp), and concrete pad sites. Very clean campground with nice shower house."
Seasonal considerations: Weather impacts site conditions throughout the year. Amy D. from Sleepy Hollow notes: "We stayed during very hot weather at the beginning of July 2020... Our site backed up to trees and I can't recall seeing our neighbors to the left or right. Because we didn't get any shade from the nearby trees we had to run the ac which is unusual for us in Michigan."
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