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Best Equestrian Camping near Twin Lake, MI

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Timbers Edge Campground provides equestrian-specific camping options near Twin Lake, Michigan with large lots suitable for horse trailers. The campground hosts dedicated Equestrian Weekends throughout the season, attracting riders looking for trail access and horse-friendly accommodations. Facilities include electric and water hookups, hot showers, and pit toilets. The campground layout accommodates both horses and camping equipment with sufficient space between sites. Hunters and horse enthusiasts frequently share the grounds, particularly during fall months. The quiet setting offers good dog walking areas and a pond, though shower facilities remain unheated during colder months.

Hungerford Equestrian Group Campsite in the Manistee National Forest offers dedicated horse camping approximately 45 miles east of Twin Lake. The site features picnic tables, fire rings, and direct access to forest riding trails. Reservations are required for the group site, which accommodates multiple riders and their horses. Adjacent Hungerford Lake Campground provides dispersed camping options with horse staging areas and hiking trails connecting to riding routes. The lake offers non-motorized boating opportunities for campers seeking water activities after trail riding. Duke Creek Campground also offers horseback riding opportunities with on-site trail rides available for campers. The surrounding Manistee National Forest provides extensive trail networks suitable for day rides of varying difficulty levels.

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23 Reviews of 10 Twin Lake Campgrounds

  • Becky P.
    May. 31, 2018

    Timbers 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!

  • S
    May. 8, 2019

    Timbers 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

  • Arron P.
    Aug. 31, 2020

    Hungerford 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.

  • Carol M.
    Jul. 3, 2018

    Duke Creek Campground

    Very nice

    Right across the road from Michigan's Adventure amusement park

  • Marta B.
    Jun. 24, 2023

    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.

  • Nolyn S.
    May. 29, 2019

    Scalley Lake Park Campground and Cabins

    Awesome spot!

    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!!!

  • Becky P.
    May. 31, 2018

    Duke Creek Campground

    We had the BEST time with the kids!

    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! The facilities were spotless, there is a store, gated entrance, nice shady lots, friendly staff, everything was perfect, we can't wait to go back!

  • Clint
    Oct. 7, 2020

    Duke Creek Campground

    Small sites

    The sites were very small at this campground. Our fire pit was so close to our trailer we didn’t dare use it. There is a small playground for kids but not much else to do. They advertise disc golf but there are only 2 baskets on the playground within a few feet of each other. Not an actual disc golf course. There are hiking trails but unfortunately we were not able to use them due to it being hunting season. Won’t be camping here again any time soon.

  • Kendra H.
    Jul. 15, 2024

    White River Campsite #1

    Dispersed camping area

    This is the White River special area of the Manistee National Forest. While there are numbered campsites, there are no facilities or amenities. This is more suitable for tents or maybe small campers. Best access seems to be along 160th avenue south of Arthur road. The road seems a bit sketchy but should be okay for most vehicles. We explored the area while camping at nearby Pines Point campground.

Guide to Twin Lake

Horse camping in Michigan offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and equestrian enjoyment, with various campgrounds catering specifically to horse enthusiasts.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • At Timbers Edge Campground, visitors can enjoy electric hookups and a sanitary dump, making it convenient for those traveling with horses.
  • Double JJ Resort features horseback riding activities along with full hookup sites, ensuring a comfortable stay for both horses and riders.
  • Duke Creek Campground offers spacious sites and on-site horseback riding, perfect for families looking to explore the outdoors together.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like trails and riding areas

Tips for equestrian camping near Twin Lake, Michigan

  • When visiting Scalley Lake Park Campground and Cabins, be sure to take advantage of the private lake for a peaceful retreat after a day of riding.
  • At Hungerford Lake Campground, enjoy rustic camping with horse staging areas and hiking trails, perfect for a full day of outdoor exploration.
  • For a family-friendly experience, Whiskey Creek Resort offers a range of activities, including horseback riding and access to a small lake for swimming.

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