Best Equestrian Camping near Guntown, MS

Trace State Park Campground near Guntown, Mississippi offers designated equestrian camping areas within its Warrior Trails section. This specialized camping loop separates horse and ATV users from other campers, providing full hookup sites with concrete pads including picnic table areas. The park maintains multiple trail systems suitable for horseback riding with well-marked equestrian paths throughout the property. The campground provides water hookups, electric service, and sewer connections at equestrian sites, with nearby shower facilities and restrooms. The roads throughout the park require maintenance with numerous potholes, though all areas remain accessible for horse trailers and equipment.

Located approximately 20 minutes from Tupelo, the park's multi-use trail system accommodates horses, ATVs, mountain bikes, and hikers on separate designated routes. The trail system shows signs of regular use but would benefit from additional maintenance according to frequent visitors. The equestrian camping area features less tree cover than other camping loops in the park, providing easier maneuvering for trailers and larger rigs. A fishing lake adjoins the property, though swimming is not permitted. The campground maintains clean facilities with spacious shower stalls particularly appreciated by those returning from trail rides. Campers should note that reservations are recommended as the equestrian loop can fill during peak seasons and store options within the park are limited to basic supplies.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Guntown, Mississippi (3)

    1. Trace State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Pontotoc, MS
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (662) 489-2958

    $32 / night

    "It and Eagle Ridge areas are more rustic and shady than the Warrior Trails area (the Equestrian area)."

    "Trace State Park near Tupelo, MS. Once you get into Tupelo the signage directing you to the park is easy to find and follow."

    2. Moon Lake Farm - Kitchen, Fishing, Showers

    2 Reviews
    Belden, MS
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (662) 205-0660

    $35 - $45 / night

    "Beautiful property with great host they have a short trail that goes around the property and a beautiful lake to enjoy"

    "The land and lake are beautiful."

    3. Big Hill Pond State Park Campground

    11 Reviews
    Corinth, TN
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (731) 645-7967

    $16 / night

    "There is a small playground close to the entrance. Lots of hiking trails and a fire tower that you can climb! We love the boardwalk trail!"

    "The camp spot has a bunch of trails and a lake nearby. Firewood for sale on site as well as a small store with ice and snacks."

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Guntown, MS

32 Reviews of 3 Guntown Campgrounds


  • JZ W.
    Dec. 28, 2021

    Trace State Park Campground

    Nice, quiet, HUGE LAKE!

    Camping between Christmas & New Years 2021, so not busy at all. The weather is in the upper 60’s a little chilly at times and still humid.

    We are in the Deer Run camp area. It and Eagle Ridge areas are more rustic and shady than the Warrior Trails area (the Equestrian area). There are less trees and all the sites are concrete including the picnic table area for each site.

    The roads need more paving, lots of pot holes but passable. There is no store close by but there are hiking and biking trails which are nice. I’ve put 15 miles on my bike (2 days). 

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 30, 2018

    Trace State Park Campground

    Needs some work

    Trace State Park near Tupelo, MS. Once you get into Tupelo the signage directing you to the park is easy to find and follow.

    The road in is in terrible shape, the lake is missing, the levy being worked on. They have horse, ATV and mountain bike trails which are in okay shape but could use some TLC. There are rental cabins and the store is limited to souvenir type merchandise and disc’s.

    The staff at the park were very helpful and the facilities, which included a showerhouse/multipurpose room and screened porch were very well taken care of. I definitely liked the large shower stalls!

    The sites are spacious, including a fire area, picnic table, electric hookup, water and sewer hook up. You have some privacy and depending on your site sparse to full shade.

    There is Disc golf, fishing, and currently limited water sports.We used the multipurpose room and a nearby site that had more then enough room for all of us to sit around the fire.

    Tupelo, Mississippi is nearby with Elvis’s birthplace. In addition there are several recreation areas to visit on the Natchez Trace with historical information and trails to explore.

  • Richard S.
    May. 4, 2019

    Trace State Park Campground

    Nice and quiet (if you're not staying on the Equine/ATV loop)

    The road leading to the park could be improved a bit but it wasn't too bad. The park was nice and clean and the loop we stayed on was kept up pretty well. Sites were nice and level and it's hard to beat full hookups for the price!

    The bathrooms were obviously older but still kept clean.

    The lake had been drained at some point for repairs and it's still very low. There's not a whole lot to do in the park unless you bring horses or an ATV. Great place for a nice quiet getaway.

    The neat thing is there's actually a special camping loop just for those that do have horses and ATVs, and it keeps the noise away from everyone else.

    There's not a ton to do in nearby Tupelo but we did have a nice dinner at Harvey's, The zoo seemed rather expensive for its size.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 22, 2018

    Trace State Park Campground

    Where’s the lake ?

    Ranger review: RoM Outdoors RoM Pack at Trace State Park, Tupelo, Mississippi 

    Campground Review: I took the scenic Natchez Trace Parkway from Tennessee down into Mississippi and exited near Tupelo to continue into Trace State Park for a camping event I was attending over the weekend. Once you get into Tupelo the signage directing you to the park is easy to find and follow. 

    The park itself needs some work. Recent cuts from the state have left the park in need of road work and the levy repair is taking a while to complete according to locals. Where we camped the lake was dry and full of weeds. You could tell by the shoreline that it would be possible to anchor your water craft very near your campsite in several locations once it is refilled with water. 

    That being said the staff at the park were very helpful and the facilities, which included a showerhouse/multipurpose room and screened porch were very well taken care of. I definitely liked the large shower stalls!

    The sites are spacious, including a fire area, picnic table, electric hookup, water and sewer hook up. The spacing between sites is good too, you have some privacy and depending on your site sparse to full shade.

    Disc golf, multi-use trails, fishing, currently limited water sports.

    After set up our group met in the multipurpose room and then congregated to a nearby site that had more then enough room for all of us to sit around the fire. 

    Tupelo, Mississippi is nearby and I visited Elvis’s birthplace , “Scarlet’s Donuts”(maple bacon donuts, and tamales) and an excellent BBQ place “Clays House of Pig”. So if you like to sneak to town while camping this is a nice area for it. There are thrift and antique stores close too.

    Product Review: As a Dyrt Ranger I recently received a **RoM Outdoors ** RoM Pack https://romoutdoors.com/ to use , abuse and review while camping. I explored one of the three main trails in Trace SP. The trails are multi-use (ie. ATV, Horse, Dirt bike, Hikers) so pay attention to the signs and be aware of the area. We hiked 4.5 miles. The first thing you will notice about the RoM****Pack is that it has some weight to it (4.6 lbs)even empty. This is due to the outer water resistant material and the inner, soft, insulated material. There are two detachable bags, and a smaller inner pack to carry them in when you remove them to transform your pack into......a hooded poncho or ground cover , cool idea!

    So obviously this is not an overnight type backpack or something a fast packer would use. It is however a versatile option for day hikes, visits to the park or sporting events and I used it to pack my Dachshund when he was done hiking ;)

    I haven’t attempted to attach a hydration bladder and decided to just place my entire hydration pack into the main area of the RoM Pack. This works in two ways. First if I don’t need the poncho/blanket I have my hydration in easy reach. Second if I do use the poncho/blanket my hydration pack fits fine under the inner pack on my back with poncho over that. 

    Definitely practice folding and unfolding the poncho/blanket . I had my usual dysfunction , just like with the hiking maps, I got it unfolded and user ready but then had issues putting it back into its original folded configuration. I eventually got it back together. There is a video on their site to make it easier. Just remember it will get faster with muscle memory over time.

    Once again this is not a pack I would use for extended deep woods adventures. It’s great for your day hikes with the kids, concert in the park or hike into a picnic spot, would work for hunting too.

    Pro’s: All in one (ie, carry pack, two secure bags, blanket/poncho, inner pack, Molle straps to add other accessories)

    Water resistant outer shell

    Soft warm inner lining

    _Durable material _

    Well made

    Con’s: Heavy

    Limited packing space( the large middle pocket is gone when you unfold it_)_

    _Not for overnight/deep woods(_technically not a con, not the concept of the bag)

    This will be my go to bag when adventuring with my grandkids. I would/will suggest this pack to friends with specific uses in mind. There are currently three color options and several other products to explore on the ROM Outdoors site

  • Robyn  T.
    Jun. 25, 2021

    Trace State Park Campground

    Family friendly, single mom approved.

    Camped for two weeks in mid fall, October 2020. Full hookups, clean bath house. Family friendly. It is dated though. Play area available, small and quant. Roads are drivable of course but need to be funded, come on Mississippi and step up.. 15-20 minutes from a supercenter on West Main Street in Tupelo. Tupelo is lovely and where we actually live. This is the nearest campground my children 13, 10, and 4 stay at. The 4yo loves is, hiking and bike riding is what the older kids do. Nice lake for fishing, no swimming or wake.

    Site we stayed at was level, and fully shaded.

  • Napunani
    Dec. 13, 2022

    Trace State Park Campground

    Great Lake Views in Deer Run Campground

    PROS 

    No transaction fee assessed for making my own online reservation 

    Site 8 excellent view of lake 

    Asphalt parking pad 

    Pedestal BBQ, moveable wooden picnic table and rock campfire pit. 

    Eagle Ridge campground has 3 washers and 3 dryers $1.50 

    Heated toilet/shower blding. No AC tho - just a box fan.


    1 bar T-MOBILE but we’re able to live stream TV via T-MOBILE hot spot

    CONS 

    No senior discount 

    Site number is painted in the roadway and due to leaves on road difficult to find Numerous large road potholes from entrance gate to campground.  Guess this eliminates any need for speed bumps!

    Not dark sky friendly due to 2 street lights, at site 2 and 13, that light up most of the small campground loop 

    Deer Run campsites very close to each other 

    Site 8 unlevel side-to-side 

    Dirt and sand surrounded asphalt parking pad so during rains (for 2 days) it was a big mess 

    No privacy from any other campsite 

    Due to campsite water spigot being low to ground, insufficient space to add water filter 

    Deer Run campground toilet/shower building is not handicap accessible 

    Trash roll offs outside of camping loop. 15 minute walk one way. 

    No park WIFI

  • Shana D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 9, 2021

    Big Hill Pond State Park Campground

    Great primitive campground!

    We brought our small Aliner camper here to primitive camp for the first time and we couldn’t have picked a better place! The campsites have been redone in the last couple of years. Fresh gravel and wooden railing. The bathhouse is clean and easy access from all campsites.

    There is a small playground close to the entrance. Lots of hiking trails and a fire tower that you can climb! We love the boardwalk trail! Unfortunately, this is our second time to visit the park and the visitors center has been closed both times. Kayaks and fishing boats available for rent.

    You can’t go wrong tent camping or bringing a small RV here!

    Bonus tip: This is a dark sky area, so come during the new moon phase for views of the Milky Way!

  • Will G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 23, 2025

    Trace State Park Campground

    Good campground, great lake access

    Pros: Clean, relatively quiet even when full, lots of sites with direct, clean access to lakefront.

    Cons: not much level space between camper pads, access roads need replacing, sketchy cell service

  • T
    May. 8, 2023

    Moon Lake Farm - Kitchen, Fishing, Showers

    Perfect off the road RV camping

    Beautiful property with great host they have a short trail that goes around the property and a beautiful lake to enjoy


Guide to Guntown

Trace State Park provides multiple camping options for equestrian enthusiasts near Guntown, Mississippi. The 2,400-acre park features separate trail systems catering to different outdoor activities with lakeside camping areas. Winter temperatures typically range from 30-55°F, while summer brings consistent 85-95°F heat with high humidity requiring proper hydration for horses and riders.

What to do

Lakeside fishing opportunities: Trace State Park Campground offers dedicated fishing areas with direct lake access. "Good campground, great lake access...lots of sites with direct, clean access to lakefront," notes Will G., highlighting the convenient water access for anglers.

Trail exploration: The park maintains multiple trail systems for various users. William M. describes it as a "Beautiful place to camp and relax. Clean campsites and bathrooms. Nice hiking trails." These trails extend throughout the property with varying difficulty levels for day hikers and overnight campers.

Disc golf course: Big Hill Pond State Park Campground features recreational options beyond traditional camping activities. Chris B. recommends: "Fun place...nice camping facilities. You can rent a canoe or bring your own or hike all day! Go to the tower!"

What campers like

Well-maintained shower facilities: The newer bathhouses receive consistently positive feedback from visitors. Tod S. points out that while "Deer Run bath house is showing its age, but Eagle Ridge's is much newer, and it includes a coin laundry and a party room."

Spacious campsites: Many visitors appreciate the ample space at Moon Lake Farm, where Mike B. describes it as "a very peaceful stop with 30 amp power and water available. Well kept and very nice host. John communicated with us perfectly. The land and lake are beautiful."

Natural surroundings: The park setting offers scenic views and wildlife viewing opportunities. Sue S. emphasizes that "This is a beautiful park! We loved the park. Great for walking our dogs."

What you should know

Road conditions: Several campgrounds in the region require maintenance. Sue S. mentions: "The only issue was the poor road maintenance in getting to our campsite. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay tremendously."

Varying amenities between loops: Different camping areas offer different amenity levels. "State park campground with full hookups in the woods on the lakeshore. Park is just off the Natchez Trace. Sites are adequately spaced and sorta level and paved," explains Tod S. about Trace State Park Campground.

Limited cell service: Connectivity can be challenging in some areas. Will G. notes "sketchy cell service" among the cons at Trace State Park, which may affect communication for those needing to stay connected.

Tips for camping with families

Consider proximity to attractions: Families appreciate the regional location near Tupelo. Liz R. shares: "We're so happy that we drove 20 minutes off the interstate to get here! Such a wonderful place!"

Pack supplies: Limited in-park shopping options mean preparation is necessary. Mary D. advises: "Hard to give a complete review. Bath facilities were COVID closed. But, level sites. Water & electric hook-ups. No swimming in the lake, but folks were fishing and boating."

Explore dark sky viewing: Big Hill Pond State Park offers exceptional stargazing opportunities. Shana D. shares this tip: "This is a dark sky area, so come during the new moon phase for views of the Milky Way!"

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Guntown, MS is Trace State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 19 reviews.

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