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GuideIonia State Recreation Area
Great get away
Clean, family friendly, beautiful. Take a walk through the equestrian to check out the horses.
Equestrian Camping near Remus, MI
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Hungerford Equestrian Group Campsite provides primitive camping options for riders in the Manistee National Forest near Big Rapids, Michigan. The site offers rustic facilities for equestrians with picnic tables and fire rings available at each site. Trail riders can access miles of connected forest trails directly from the campground, creating opportunities for extensive day rides. Horse staging areas accommodate trailer parking and basic horse needs. Dispersed camping areas provide flexibility for those seeking more seclusion with their horses. The campground generally operates with a pack-in, pack-out policy for waste management, with limited amenities but maximum nature immersion. The lake area provides water access for both riders and horses. The rustic camping experience keeps visitors connected to the natural forest environment.
Duke Creek Campground and Timbers Edge Campground offer additional equestrian camping options in the region. The horseback riding opportunities at Duke Creek include on-site trail rides that are particularly well-suited for beginners and families. Large, wooded sites at Timbers Edge accommodate horse trailers with reasonable spacing. The trail system connects to broader riding networks throughout the Manistee National Forest, providing access to varied terrain and scenic routes. Riders report numerous wildlife sightings along the trails. Most equestrian campgrounds in the area require reservations during peak season (May through October), with some facilities closing entirely during winter months. Many sites include designated areas for tying horses near campsites when not on the trails. Camping with horses typically costs slightly more than standard camping fees at most locations, reflecting the additional space and specialized facilities provided for equestrians.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Remus (8)
1. Hungerford Lake Campground
2. Duke Creek Campground
"Right across the road from Michigan's Adventure amusement park"
"Train rides, Pool, Scavenger hunt, trails, bike rides, there just weren't enough hours in the day! We should have reserved an entire week!"
3. 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 Availability4. Scalley Lake Park Campground and Cabins
"Amazing spot away from the city! The owner of the place is very accommodating and pleasant to be around. Private lake with no motors so it is very quiet and peaceful!!!"
"The cabins are clean and nice, the view of the lake is beautiful. My 6 children had a great time here"
5. Hungerford Equestrian Group Campsite
from $75 / night
Check Availability6. Timbers Edge Campground
"We stayed here during their Equestrian Weekends several years in a row, great hosts and large lots make this place a nice hidden gem!"
"A lot of horses and hunters. Price was good for electric and water. Nice for dog walking. Friendly managers. No cell service"
7. Double RR Ranch RV Resort
"We enjoyed a reasonable trailride on horses thru a shallow part of the river. Very easy for inexperienced riders and kids. It is close to a town to get take out food if it rains."
8. Manistee National Forest Condon Lakes West Semi-Primitive Nonmotorized Area
"Got here around 1730 on a Sunday. Have the whole place to myself. Not bad getting into, signal is poor. Lots of wildlife."
Drive Time
- 52 min from Midland, MI
- 59 min from Grand Rapids, MI
- 1 hr 19 min from Saginaw, MI
- 1 hr 26 min from Muskegon, MI
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Remus, MI
33 Reviews of 8 Remus Campgrounds
- 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.
- Becky P.
RangerTimbers Edge Campground
Quiet Getaway!
We stayed here during their Equestrian Weekends several years in a row, great hosts and large lots make this place a nice hidden gem!
Arron P.GuideHungerford Lake Campground
Rustic camping at finest!
Dispersed camping and camp sites available. There are horse staging areas and hiking trails. The lake is nice, small enough for a kayak/ no motor boat, nice.
- SSharon S.
ScoutTimbers Edge Campground
Nice for horses and hunting
I went in November. Most campers were there on the weekend. Pit toilets, a pond, hot showers but shower room unheated, no dump station,nice size lots. A lot of horses and hunters. Price was good for electric and water. Nice for dog walking. Friendly managers. No cell service
- Joanie C.Scout
Double RR Ranch RV Resort
Lots to do
There is a river to explore and we always get a riverfront site. Rivers are just fun for fishing, throwing stones, canoeing. There is a campstore, Firepits, large trees, they do hayrides for kids, too. We enjoyed a reasonable trailride on horses thru a shallow part of the river. Very easy for inexperienced riders and kids. It is close to a town to get take out food if it rains. There are some larger vacation lodges to rent that ars nestled away in the woods, and a bunkhouse with rentals. My husband liked the golf course that came with renting spot. Seen lots of wildlife. Very relaxing time in our pop up not too far from Grand Rapids.
- MMichael S.Traveler
Ionia State Recreation Area
Really, That’s Your Signage??
Well if you are arriving here late, good luck.... Pretty much the worst signage I’ve seen in Michigan State Recreation Area. Very good signs to pretty much everything other than Beechwood Campground. Once you do figure out that you have to drive to acolyte back end of park to register then turn all the way back around and find hidden non marked campground, you’ll soon realize they are walk/hike in sites. NO WHERE on DNR website for reservations does it say this. As is if this isn’t bad enough, once you park and find trail the sign then reads “East or west” for sites. Not B1- whatever this way B whatever that way do bring your compass too and flashlight if dark. To say the sites are uneven is putting it mildly. For 15 sites, you seriously can’t level them?? Really lazy considering how nice disc course is and signage for course. I wouldn’t waste your time or money camping here, visit park and use trails or disc course yes. Camp, no way ever again!!
- Carol M.Scout
Duke Creek Campground
Very nice
Right across the road from Michigan's Adventure amusement park
- Marta B.Scout
Timbers Edge Campground
Owner very rude and disrespectful
Run down campground with rude disrespectful owner. We were attacked over something that was so trivial...a few hoof prints by our trailer where we we told to park. Horses did not dig or paw. She drove up to us and complained that they tore up her grass, which wasn't true. There was no grass to begin with, it was moss. Our ponied stood quietly tied to trailer as we saddled up and then when we came back from our rife and unsaddled. We were with them the entire time....it was a short day ride with a friend who was camping there. Woman never asked or told us to picket. Normal function for horseman is to ride from trailer. I Just couldn't believe it. Told woman we understood and would be leaving and wouldn't be back. She kept running her mouth. I told her to drop it and that again, we would leave and would not be back. Kept running her mouth, and Id had enough and told her to shut up.
Guide to Remus
Equestrian campgrounds near Remus, Michigan provide direct access to extensive trail networks throughout the Manistee National Forest. Most facilities operate seasonally from May through October, with limited winter access depending on road conditions and weather. The region offers varied terrain for riders of all skill levels with both wooded and open areas for trail riding.
What to do
Trail riding at Condon Lakes: The semi-primitive area features interconnected trail systems with minimal elevation changes, making it suitable for extended day rides. "Got here around 1730 on a Sunday. Have the whole place to myself. Not bad getting into, signal is poor. Lots of wildlife," notes Dexter V. at Manistee National Forest Condon Lakes West.
Swimming and kayaking: Several equestrian campgrounds provide lake access for both horses and humans after trail rides. "Dispersed camping and camp sites available. There are horse staging areas and hiking trails. The lake is nice, small enough for a kayak/ no motor boat, nice," reports Arron P. at Hungerford Lake Campground.
Golf and family activities: Some multi-use camping areas combine horse facilities with other recreational opportunities. "My husband liked the golf course that came with renting spot. Seen lots of wildlife. Very relaxing time in our pop up not too far from Grand Rapids," explains a visitor to Double RR Ranch RV Resort.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Horse campers appreciate ample room for trailers and equipment. "We stayed here during their Equestrian Weekends several years in a row, great hosts and large lots make this place a nice hidden gem!" shares Becky P. about Timbers Edge Campground.
Private water access: Many equestrian sites feature waterfront options for cooling off after rides. "Amazing spot away from the city! The owner of the place is very accommodating and pleasant to be around. Private lake with no motors so it is very quiet and peaceful!!!" reports Nolyn S. about Scalley Lake Park.
Off-season availability: Some horseback riders prefer shoulder season camping for fewer crowds. "I went in November. Most campers were there on the weekend. Pit toilets, a pond, hot showers but shower room unheated, no dump station, nice size lots. A lot of horses and hunters. Price was good for electric and water," notes Sharon S. about seasonal options at Timbers Edge.
What you should know
Campsite regulations: Most horse-friendly sites have specific rules about picketing, corralling, and cleanup. "We were with them the entire time... Normal function for horseman is to ride from trailer," explains one visitor regarding expectations at equestrian sites.
Booking requirements: Peak season reservations are essential at most established equestrian campgrounds, particularly on weekends and holidays. Many sites fill 2-3 months in advance for summer dates.
Facility variations: Amenities range widely between primitive and developed horse campgrounds. "Great campground! Cabins, electric and bath houses!" notes Nicole B. about Scalley Lake Park Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Beginner-friendly horse experiences: Several campgrounds offer guided rides suitable for inexperienced riders. "We enjoyed a reasonable trailride on horses thru a shallow part of the river. Very easy for inexperienced riders and kids," reports Joanie C. at Double RR Ranch.
Activity options: Look for campgrounds with diversified entertainment beyond riding. "Your kids will LOVE this place-we had a blast! Train rides, Pool, Scavenger hunt, trails, bike rides, there just weren't enough hours in the day! We should have reserved an entire week!" shares Becky P. about Duke Creek Campground.
Cabin alternatives: For families new to horse camping, cabins provide comfortable accommodations. "The cabins are clean and nice, the view of the lake is beautiful. My 6 children had a great time here," notes Nora M. about lodging options.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: RV campers should specify equestrian needs when booking. "Premium Sites might be the way to go though," suggests Aaron Y. regarding placement options at some facilities.
Hookup availability: Water and electric access varies significantly between horse campgrounds. Several offer partial hookups while maintaining a rustic atmosphere.
Off-peak advantages: Shoulder season camping provides more availability and space. "The campground was great, and clean. The park was nice and so we're all the kid activities! The pool is very nice and the store is stocked nicely," notes Nicole C. about seasonal facilities.
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