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Best Equestrian Camping near Forest City, MO

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Honey Creek Conservation Area near Amazonia, Missouri provides free camping with access to horseback riding trails. The campground consists of several secluded campsites situated throughout a wooded conservation area. While the campground does not feature dedicated horse corrals, it allows equestrians to bring their own portable containment. Pit toilets are available, but no drinking water is provided on site. Campers report minimal interaction with other visitors, making this location ideal for those seeking a quiet experience with their horses. The conservation area's multiple access points and ample space accommodate horse trailers. Verizon cell service fluctuates but averages two bars throughout the property.

Indian Cave State Park, located in neighboring Nebraska near Shubert, features a special camping area specifically for visitors with horses. The park contains approximately 20 miles of trails suitable for horseback riding through oak woodlands along the Missouri River. Horse owners must bring containment systems as permanent corrals are not provided. The campground includes both drive-in and walk-in sites with basic amenities including drinking water, electric hookups, and showers. Multiple hiking trails with varying difficulty levels intersect throughout the park, allowing riders to explore scenic overlooks of the Missouri River. The fall season offers particularly impressive views when the trees change color. The park's vast 3,000-acre expanse creates opportunities for extended trail rides without encountering crowds.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Forest City, Missouri (5)

    1. Honey Creek Conservation Area

    5 Reviews
    Amazonia, MO
    12 miles
    Website

    "It was a little close to the highway so got a little highway noise, but not bad. No trains😊

    Only one other camper so plenty of room.

    Pit toilet, no water."

    "We stayed at camp area 3 which is way more wooded and deep inside the conservation area with access to the river right on the site."

    2. Hackberry Hollow Campground — Indian Cave State Park

    24 Reviews
    Shubert, NE
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (402) 883-2575

    $25 - $30 / night

    "There are plenty of camping sites around the park no matter your style, even spots for horses! I prefer the hike in spots myself."

    "The park is huge and takes you along an hour long historic trail that has old settlements, ruins of workshops and beautiful view-points of the Missouri river from the bluff edges."

    3. Weston Bend State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Weston, MO
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (816) 640-5443

    $12 - $48 / night

    "The site is long but has a 1/4 moon turn so we had to pull back around to get better positioned on the pad so we could disconnect our 39’ 5th wheel and F450 for our 3-night stay."

    "We enjoy camping there to get away from routine and responsibilities and simply hang out at our camper. The campground is wooded, generally cool, and peaceful."

    4. Mozingo Lake County RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Maryville, MO
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (660) 562-8001

    "Lake Mozingo is near the College Town of Maryville, Missouri. My experience is limited, but I’d say it’s pretty nice here. And inexpensive."

    "Nice sites close to the lake with electricity water and wifi."

    5. Banner Creek

    6 Reviews
    Holton, KS
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (785) 364-4236

    "We had a spot right near the grassy area with the woods right behind us!! Fireflies at night wonderful!! Great water hook up and electric site! They even came back with ice for us twice!!!"

    "Very nice campground just west of Holton and about a 35 minute drive north of Topeka. Not many primitive campers there at the time but plenty of RV'ers."

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  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 31, 2022

    Weston Bend State Park Campground

    Enjoyable Stay

    Getting to the state park off I 29 and through the countryside was easy as the route had Weston Bend SP signage. We followed the SP signs to the campground(CG) where the gate was not manned so we headed to get water, but someone was sitting in the dump station waiting for another person to arrive so we went around this one-loop CG to see if there was a convenient spigot. There are spigots but with a larger rig, you will block the road, and/or you will be on a hill. We went back around and the person moved so we could get water. After that, we headed to pull through site 28 with electric(50/30/20 AMP) only. The site is long but has a 1/4 moon turn so we had to pull back around to get better positioned on the pad so we could disconnect our 39’ 5th wheel and F450 for our 3-night stay. There were tree branches overhead that we could not avoid. RVers next to us in site 30 had just arrived as well and were having trouble getting their travel trailer unhitched and leveled due to the pad’s slight incline and unlevel asphalt. They got their trailer positioned so they could get somewhat level. We got a solid two bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile. Due to our proximity to Kansas City, we got a lot of OTA channels. A satellite connection would be iffy in most sites here due to the number of mature trees. The trees in a lot of sites would also scrape the top of larger rigs. There’s a variety of sites with most being good for regular trailers versus tall rigs, and tent sites. They have a nice shower house with 1 washer and 1 dryer both for$1.50. There are also vaulted toilets here and there. There’s a 1.7-acre fenced dog park that includes one large area for large dogs and two other areas with one dedicated to smaller dogs. The dog area is at the front park entrance away from the campground and it would be a long walk to get there, so we drove up. There are a lot of hiking trails here plus an old tobacco barn that’s worth a look.

  • Kwin K.
    Jul. 3, 2018

    Hackberry Hollow Campground — Indian Cave State Park

    Almost like you’re not in Nebraska Anymore

    I love Indian Cave for the Oak Woodlands! This is unlike any other campground in Nebraska. There are plenty of camping sites around the park no matter your style, even spots for horses! I prefer the hike in spots myself. There are many trails here with great views of the river as well as family activities for those looking for less walking. The actual cave is not much to write home about as sadly it has been vandalIzed for many years. My favorite spot within 2 hours of Omaha/Lincoln for sure!

  • Tori G.
    Jun. 24, 2016

    Weston Bend State Park Campground

    Quiet setting

    Weston Bend is less than half an hour from our home, but at the same time, it seems a world away. We enjoy camping there to get away from routine and responsibilities and simply hang out at our camper. The campground is wooded, generally cool, and peaceful. All camp spots are well-shaded and nestled within the woods. It's easy to take a quick jaunt into Weston for wine-tasting or exploring it's quaint shops. Or you can hike or bike in the Weston Bend park and check out the nearby Missouri River from the park's overlook.

  • P
    May. 20, 2021

    Hackberry Hollow Campground — Indian Cave State Park

    Vast, scenic and remote

    The park is huge and takes you along an hour long historic trail that has old settlements, ruins of workshops and beautiful view-points of the Missouri river from the bluff edges. It ends at the Indian cave (boardwalk/stairs to the cave are currently closed to all the visitors). You have neat family picnic shelters in between too. The campgrounds are a little cozy if not cramped and give you a good vibe of you love the campground aura. The sites on the bend of the loops (25 and 24) are more spacious and for people who want bigger areas. Most of the sites are shaded under large cottonwoods. The nearest gas station (actually any store) is a 15/20 minutes drive away and the park office/store was closed due to covid restrictions. So bring in everything except ice and firewood, yeah coffee too (we forgot). No water sport rentals nearby. Didn't see anyone kayaking either. I would stay here again if I wanted another relaxed/hike-only trip.

  • G
    Jun. 19, 2018

    Hackberry Hollow Campground — Indian Cave State Park

    Nice area

    This is a nice little area with some hiking and horse trails. There’s a trail that’s really steep but the view from the top of the river and the valley is worth it. The camping is either in a campground or there’s open areas along the road through the park. It’s a nice area and place to came but there’s no privacy or seclusion from other campers.

  • r
    Jul. 28, 2022

    Mozingo Lake County RV Park

    Nice and Quiet

    Lake Mozingo is near the College Town of Maryville, Missouri. My experience is limited, but I’d say it’s pretty nice here. And inexpensive. Concrete Pads with Power and Water at the Site but no Sewer dump, that’s Centralized in the Camp. There’s Lake access if you want. I like it here.

  • Barbie G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 8, 2024

    Weston Bend State Park Campground

    Site 26 is Peaceful

    This was our 2nd stay at Weston Bend SP. Both times, we had site 26, one of the few basic sites. While some of the other sites were very close to each other, this one is relatively isolated. It's big too. There's a vault toilet close by. It was clean and roomy. We didn't use the water but there are a few spigot throughout the campground. There's also a regular restroom near the campground entrance, but we didn't use it. We will definitely camp here again if we are passing through.

  • Kristi D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 5, 2023

    Hackberry Hollow Campground — Indian Cave State Park

    Fun park at the southern tip of NE

    Enjoyed our night here. One of the only ones at the park as it was freezing out. We pulled up as you literally drive through a bunch of open farmlands to get here and it was almost a little spooky because we did not see anyone. They have miles of trails to see an old town, old cemetery, the great Missouri and of course Indian Cave. I recommend a stop!

  • Justin R.
    May. 28, 2019

    Hackberry Hollow Campground — Indian Cave State Park

    Even with flooding still a good park

    Due to all the flooding along the Missouri River the campgrounds are still in great shape. Even most of the tent sites are usable. Could still get to the cave, (yes I know it’s not an actual cave) and to other parts of the park as well.

Guide to Forest City

Camping options around Forest City, Missouri include several public lands within an hour's drive. This rural area along the Missouri River offers mixed terrain with both wooded areas and open prairie. Autumn temperatures range from 40-70°F with occasional rainfall, making September through October ideal for equestrian camping.

What to do

Fishing access: 3 miles from Highway 45 at Honey Creek Conservation Area, campers can fish in the river despite limited shoreline. "Good place for free camping just not a lot of things to do other than explore the woods or fish in the river which doesn't have great access. They say there's bike trails but it's more just access roads," notes Travis M.

Hiking trails: Multiple difficulty levels at Hackberry Hollow Campground with elevation changes. "If you live in the Midwest, I would suggest a visit. Lots of hiking and things to explore. For hiking - we went up loop 10 and down loop 9. It was a steep climb to the top but had great overlook views," explains Meaghan S.

Boat recreation: No rental facilities at nearby lakes, requiring personal watercraft. "Lake Mozingo is near the College Town of Maryville, Missouri. My experience is limited, but I'd say it's pretty nice here. And inexpensive. Concrete Pads with Power and Water at the Site but no Sewer dump, that's Centralized in the Camp. There's Lake access if you want," reports Rick K.

What campers like

Privacy: Limited interaction with others in certain areas. "A good spot if you are not interested in a busy campground. This is a beautiful wooded conservation area. Some of the sites to the front of the property are pretty standard and more open with some metal fire pits and tables. We stayed at camp area 3 which is way more wooded and deep inside the conservation area," shares Sayler O.

Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms at Weston Bend State Park Campground impress visitors. "This place was fantastic all the way around please note it's July and they do have some construction going on in parts of the campground. These are the cleanest bathrooms and facilities that I have been to I think Mabye ever," writes Lauri J.

Affordable equestrian camping: Most sites under $25 in the region. When searching for horse campgrounds near Forest City, Missouri, consider that "Indian Cave State Park is a great place to go. There are a number of first come sites along with reserved sites. The showers are clean and there are camp hosts to help out," according to Chris C.

What you should know

Terrain challenges: GPS directions can be unreliable in conservation areas. "One problem I did find was that GPS directions wanted us to take access roads through the conservation area to get to the spot but some of them were closed so we had to take an alternate route in by going around the area," warns Sayler O.

Site spacing: Varies significantly between campgrounds with some offering more isolation. "While some of the other sites were very close to each other, this one is relatively isolated. It's big too. There's a vault toilet close by. It was clean and roomy," explains Barbie G. about site 26 at Weston Bend State Park.

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