Best Equestrian Camping near Hillsboro, MO

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Hillsboro, Missouri (17)

    1. St. Francois State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Bonne Terre, MO
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 358-2173

    "Not a huge campground but, Its a really simple beautiful place to enjoy Missouri's rolling hills. It is located 1 hour from St. Louis and 30 ish min from Elephant Rock State park."

    "My site was close to the camp host and the shower house. Shower house was nice with 4 separate showers with locking doors. Water pressure was great and they were clean."

    2. St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA

    30 Reviews
    Eureka, MO
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (636) 257-3018

    "Our site was gravel to park on with grass around it. Close to train tracks and highway, but didn’t notice with AC on in the camper. Close to 6 flags."

    "This campground is fairly close to downtown and very close to lots of shopping. A great place to stay to stock up on supplies before heading west."

    3. Greensfelder County Park

    8 Reviews
    Eureka, MO
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (314) 615-4386

    "Heavy equestrian park, it’s not required (to have a horse) to stay here. A few piles of horses droppings but very well maintained."

    "Pretty nice wooded campground close to St. Louis! Each site has a picnic bench, a fire pit and grill."

    4. St. Joe State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Park Hills, MO
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 431-1069

    "So, as one of Missouri’s atv parks, this can be a load one. But, you can camp at campground 2, and you’re dealing with a MUCH more classic camping scenario."

    "A great spot with a minute walk to a very well kept shower house and bathroom. We really liked this spot at CG#1."

    5. Cherokee Landing

    3 Reviews
    Bonne Terre, MO
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 358-2805

    $25 - $36 / night

    "We love the beautiful lake, the swimming area is big and has a nice patio for access. You can rent a cart to go running around the huge campground. Very friendly staff."

    6. Berryman Trail & Campgrounds - Mark Twain National Forest

    16 Reviews
    Davisville, MO
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 438-5427

    "It's remote and off the beaten path. A small campground with only 8 spots, some big enough for RVs. No hook ups or water. Pack it in and pack it out. Each site had enough space from each other."

    "Pavillion, parking and horse tie out area adjacent trailhead.

    Excellent place to bring the kids if you want to unplug them from the media world. Trails and bugs and things that go bump in the night."

    7. Ozark Outdoors-Riverfront Resort

    21 Reviews
    Leasburg, MO
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 245-6837

    "Positives: quiet time starting at 11:00 pm, we didn’t hear cursing, loud music, or anything else that disturbs little ones once they go to sleep, close to the river, clean restroom and shower house, shaded"

    "They have a family section if you prefer to be away from the louder bunch."

    8. Bass' River Resort

    12 Reviews
    Leasburg, MO
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 786-8517

    $11 - $16 / night

    "This go around we pulled our popup down and chose a site with out hookups. (545) only negative things to say about the site was that it was very densely populated with trees."

    9. Brazil Creek

    5 Reviews
    Potosi, MO
    30 miles
    Website

    "This camp site is along the berryman trail so you can stay here if youre backpacking said trail."

    "Primitive horse sites in your own little haven in the woods. Have an actual map handy and make any calls before you get here because your phone will do you no good."

    10. Blue Spring Ranch

    6 Reviews
    Bourbon, MO
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 732-5200

    "We park close to the creek, we drive to the Meramec River and sometimes enjoy petting a horse or goat. Last year we zip lined. It’s close to the caverns and other awesome sites."

    "It's up by the cabins/cottages and you definitely need to drive there. Get there early in the morning to set up your chairs in the river to get a good spot."

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Guide to Hillsboro

Horse camping in Missouri offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and equestrian-friendly amenities, making it an ideal choice for riders and their horses.

Tips for equestrian camping near Hillsboro, Missouri

  • The Greensfelder County Park features ample space for horse trailers and is well-maintained, making it a convenient stop for equestrians.
  • At Brazil Creek, you'll find hitching posts for horses and access to trails that are perfect for riding.
  • Berryman Trail & Campgrounds is known for its scenic trails and is a great base for those looking to explore the area on horseback.

Equestrian campgrounds include essential amenities

Most campgrounds have horse-focused activities

  • At Bass' River Resort, you can enjoy floating on the river after a day of horseback riding, making it a fun destination for families.
  • Blue Spring Ranch offers trail riding and zip-lining, providing a variety of activities for equestrian enthusiasts.
  • The Cherokee Landing campground is located near the Big River, where you can enjoy fishing and swimming after a day on horseback.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Hillsboro, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Hillsboro, MO is St. Francois State Park Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 28 reviews.

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