Best Equestrian Camping near Pine City, MN

Wild River State Park Campground features equestrian camping with dedicated horse trails throughout its 35-mile trail system. The campground accommodates horses with spacious sites designed for trailers and equipment. Riders frequently encounter deer and other wildlife while traversing the oak savanna and riverside paths. The equestrian campground area remains separate from standard camping loops, providing a quieter experience for those camping with horses. Vault toilets serve the horse camping area, though no electric hookups are available at equestrian sites. The park runs along the St. Croix River, offering beautiful riverside trails accessible to horseback riders. Trails are well-maintained and clearly marked for horse use.

Mille Lacs Kathio State Park offers an equestrian campground with basic amenities for horse owners. The campground accommodates larger rigs and trailers with pull-through sites specifically designed for horse transport vehicles. Picnic tables and fire rings are standard at each site, with vault toilets nearby. Reservations are required for the equestrian sites, which fill quickly during peak summer months. The park connects to an extensive trail network through hardwood forests and valley waterways, providing varied terrain for riders of different experience levels. Horse trails wind through diverse landscapes including open grasslands and wooded areas. Water access points along the trails allow horses to drink and cool off during rides.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Pine City, Minnesota (10)

    1. Wild River State Park Campground

    44 Reviews
    Taylors Falls, MN
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (651) 583-2125

    $35 / night

    "This is a big park with a diversity of hiking, equestrian, and canoeing options. Since the park runs along the St. Croix, there are beautiful river-side walks to be had."

    "Nice park, scenic trails, horses on the way in."

    2. Old Logging Trail — St. Croix State Park

    10 Reviews
    Danbury, MN
    21 miles
    Website

    "Site 207 was especially tucked in but it's a tight spot, so probably best for a van or tent. 

    The park itself has a lot to offer being right on the St."

    "This is Minnesota’s largest state park and has over 200 camp sites. But where we were, we were secluded from most people. Not from the mosquitos. You had to defend against them. But clean park."

    3. Riverview Campground — St. Croix State Park

    7 Reviews
    Danbury, MN
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (320) 280-7880

    $25 - $35 / night

    "This is one of my favorite state parks for last minute camping trips due to its proximity to home."

    "There is a modern restroom and shower, it is also located near a nature store."

    4. Father Hennepin State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Isle, MN
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (320) 676-8763

    "Right on Lake Mille Lacs, one of Minnesota’s largest. Walking distance from the bakery and bar! Newer, updated facilities. Boat access. Lake side sites (if you book early enough)."

    "Smaller sites and a little privacy in the lake campground. The ones next to the waters edge have a nice view and are more completely in the shade. The inner sites have more sun."

    5. Country Camping Tent & RV Park on the Rum River

    7 Reviews
    Cambridge, MN
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 444-9626

    $40 - $75 / night

    "Nice river nearby canoeing swimming pool fireplaces and little store for treats."

    6. Ann Lake

    22 Reviews
    Zimmerman, MN
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 878-2325

    $15 - $17 / night

    "There are no reservations for the regular sites (although I do think they might take reservations for the equestrian and group sites)."

    "Lots of close camp sites for larger groups near the entrance. The further back you go on the road, the more spread out sites get. There are a few walk-in sites that I absolutely love."

    7. Bunker Hills Regional Park

    16 Reviews
    Coon Rapids, MN
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 862-4970

    $20 - $32 / night

    "I was very happy with the trails and accommodations available to me, during my stay."

    "It has a golf course, a restaurant is on the grounds, there is a stable with horses/ponies that you can take guided trail rides on, a water park(it is called The Beach, which was very confusing for us"

    8. Saint Croix State Forest Boulder Campground

    2 Reviews
    Danbury, MN
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (320) 384-6591

    $17 / night

    "The sites are spaced out and although it is a long drive in from the tar and gravel, it's worth the trip. A beautiful lake and lots of trails."

    9. Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground — Mille Lacs Kathio State Park

    14 Reviews
    Isle, MN
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (320) 532-3523

    "Stayed in Petaga (drive in) spot #52."

    "This is one campground in Minnesota that offers a handful of electric hookups for winter camping."

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Guide to Pine City

Horse camping in Minnesota offers a unique way to explore the state's beautiful landscapes while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With various campgrounds catering to horse enthusiasts, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and ride the trails.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like stables and trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Pine City, MN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Pine City, MN is Wild River State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 44 reviews.

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