Equestrian camping facilities around Landfall, Minnesota provide access to miles of wooded trails within the area's diverse ecosystem of forests and lakes. The region sits at approximately 880 feet above sea level and features rolling terrain. Horse campers should prepare for a mix of shaded forest paths and open field riding areas, with seasonal conditions affecting trail accessibility.
What to Do
Guided trail rides: Near Haycreek Valley Campground, equestrians appreciate the trail conditions and natural features. "The trails are shaded, no bugs, friendly campers and staff," notes one rider, who adds that "the trails here are amazing."
Archery practice: Lake Elmo Park Reserve offers an archery range as an alternative activity when taking a break from riding. A visitor mentioned it's among the "other amenities like an archery range and hiking trails [that] are fantastic for kids."
Water activities: At Country Camping Tent & RV Park, riders can enjoy time on the water after trail rides. "The tubing is a plus... Key thing is the river is very clean and sandy bottom," notes a camper who enjoyed the waterfront options.
What Campers Like
Natural privacy: At Wild River State Park Campground, equestrian campers appreciate the secluded atmosphere. "The sites are private, couldn't see any neighbors as there are a lot of trees," writes one visitor, highlighting the sense of separation between camping areas.
Wildlife viewing: The parks provide opportunities to observe local animals during rides. One camper at Wild River noted, "We saw sooooo many deer some even walking right through campsites! You can hear coyotes, raccoons and very loud owls."
Year-round accessibility: Some equestrian areas remain open during winter months for those interested in cold-weather trail riding. A winter visitor reported, "We snowshoed and skied. I really enjoyed the snowshoe hike along the St Croix River and watched the full moon rise."
What You Should Know
Reservation requirements: Unlike some facilities, Ann Lake operates differently. "This campground is on a first come, first serve basis. There are no reservations for the regular sites (although I do think they might take reservations for the equestrian and group sites)."
Poison ivy awareness: Multiple parks have significant poison ivy growth. One camper at Ann Lake warned, "Sites are large with varying degrees of privacy. Well spaced out, just some have less undergrowth. Be aware that the undergrowth is at least 25% poison ivy."
Limited trail mapping: Some riders report navigation challenges. A visitor noted, "Some of the trails where a little confusing and trying to figure out where we at, but we made it just hiked a little further than we wanted to!"
Tips for Camping with Families
Playground access: Baker Campground provides family-friendly amenities near riding areas. A visitor shared, "Nice park for kids just a small hike away. Plus a decent amount of rentals."
Multi-activity options: Facilities often include non-equestrian recreation. At Country Camping, a family reported, "It has a heated pool, splash pad area, BIG playground area, indoor game room, HUGE sites! You can either relax in the pool or even take a ride down the rum river."
Educational opportunities: Some parks offer learning experiences. Wild River State Park provides "informational programs" according to visitors, making it ideal for families wanting to combine riding with educational content.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategies: At Highland Ridge, RV campers with horse trailers should note location specifics. "Sites 28-38 are on a loop with a picnic pavilion in the middle with some openings for sun on the road... This is not a good place for solar panels, but almost all sites are electric."
Leveling considerations: Horse trailer and RV owners should prepare for varied terrain. A visitor observed, "Many sites are placed on on incline. They got the sites are pretty flat, but it's still on a hill."
Hookup positioning: Some sites have unusual utility layouts. One RVer reported, "Our site was rather odd as the electric and water post was on the opposite side of our camper. Our standard water hose and electrical cord wouldn't reach."
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