1 campground with availability this weekend
Horseback riders access several equestrian-friendly campgrounds near White Cloud, Michigan. Timbers Edge Campground accommodates trail riders with spacious lots for horse trailers and direct access to forest riding paths. Camping options include electric and water sites with reasonable prices for equestrians. Weekend activities are often scheduled for horse enthusiasts, with riders particularly noting the friendly management. Sites are positioned for ease of horse handling, allowing owners to tie horses at trailers during saddling and unsaddling. The campground maintains pit toilets, hot showers, and hookups suitable for campers traveling with horses.
The Michigan trail system connects riders to multiple horse-friendly camping areas around White Cloud. Hungerford Equestrian Group Campsite provides reserved group camping for riders with picnic tables and fire rings near Forest Road 5134. Located in Manistee National Forest, these areas allow access to extensive trail networks through mixed pine and hardwood forests. Duke Creek Campground offers on-site horseback rides, making it accessible for families and those without their own horses. While some campgrounds provide amenities like water access for horses, riders should prepare to bring appropriate containment systems as dedicated horse corrals are limited in the region. The White River special area of Manistee National Forest permits dispersed camping with horses along established routes, though these primitive sites lack facilities and are better suited for experienced equestrians.
"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"
"Got here around 1730 on a Sunday. Have the whole place to myself. Not bad getting into, signal is poor. Lots of wildlife."
"We explored the area while camping at nearby Pines Point 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!"
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from $75 / night
"Activities, trails, fishing, swimming or just relax! One of our family's favorite spots up north."
"General store ,fuel on site small lake, park has a hilly layout. New showers in camping area, meeting area at club house host are excellent."
"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"
ScoutKayak/canoe, tubing, horseback riding, golf. They have plenty do do here but they just seem to float along. This is not a camp ground that uplifts there game to make it better and be a rising star. No full hook up site other than seasonal. Campstore is very limited, but good for the kids. Alway enjoy staying here but just think they could be more. They do put on a good fireworks on July 4th
GuideGot here around 1730 on a Sunday. Have the whole place to myself. Not bad getting into, signal is poor. Lots of wildlife.
TravelerThis 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.
ScoutRun 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.
ScoutThere 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.
GuideWe stayed here for only 1 night on a weekend and the place was packed. However, most of the campsites are spaced out enough that it isn’t a big deal. The pool is big, has a playground, a nice store on site with food, games, and camping equipment. The best part about it was the on site horseback rides!
GuideThe 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. Some of the seasonal kids got a little wild, but the owners were quick to respond!
ScoutFriendly staff, made us feel comfortable being first timers camping. Very helpful!! Can’t wait to come back!
TravelerThere are dispersed options as well as docked site. It’s in a forest, so bring a compass if you plan to do some hiking.
Timbers Edge Campground accommodates horseback riders with ample trailer parking spaces and spacious sites, positioned near the trail network of the Manistee National Forest. Most campers visit during equestrian weekends when the campground offers designated areas for saddling and staging. Electric hookups and water access provide essential services for overnight horse camping. Sites feature picnic tables, fire rings, and sufficient room for both camping equipment and horse tie-outs. The camping areas have a hilly layout with some wooded sites providing natural shade for horses. Horse owners should note that management expects proper cleanup after horses, with some visitors reporting strict enforcement of pasture preservation rules.
Horse trail access extends directly from Hungerford Equestrian Group Campsite into the surrounding Manistee National Forest trail system. Trail riders can connect to miles of forest paths suitable for day rides ranging from beginner to experienced levels. The White River special area provides alternative riding routes with dispersed camping options for more primitive equestrian experiences. Water crossings appear throughout the trail system, offering natural water access for horses during rides. Whiskey Creek and Duke Creek campgrounds provide additional horse-friendly accommodations with varying amenity levels. Trail conditions typically remain suitable from May through October, though spring rides may encounter muddy sections. Riders report the trails are well-maintained and properly marked for navigation through the forest terrain. Most equestrian sites require reservations during peak summer months.
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