Equestrian Camping near Nevada, MO

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    None of the campgrounds in the provided data explicitly indicate horse-friendly facilities such as corrals or specialized equestrian amenities. Montrose Missouri Conservation Area offers dispersed camping with basic amenities that might accommodate horses, though no dedicated horse facilities are mentioned in the data. The conservation area provides free camping with toilet facilities and trash collection in a natural setting with access to water. The grassy camping area offers ample space for setup without designated sites, potentially allowing for horse trailer parking.

    Stockton Lake recreation areas, including Hawker Point and Orleans Trail, feature spacious campsites that could potentially accommodate horses though not specifically designed for equestrian use. Campers report large, shaded sites with good spacing between them, particularly in the C loop at Hawker Point. The areas surrounding these campgrounds offer opportunities for nature exploration, with clear water access and hiking possibilities. Visitors to Montrose Conservation Area should note seasonal restrictions, as camping is prohibited after October 15 due to hunting season, and facilities are limited to vault toilets that reviews indicate may not be well maintained.

    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Nevada (7)

      1. Bourbon County Fairgrounds Campground

      4.0(1)20mi from NevadaRVs, Tents

      "We were guided to a large grass area and backed in next to an electric panel with multiple outlets. The 30amp worked well and we only had one other camper while we were there."

      from $20 / night

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      2. Oak Point Campground — Crawford State Park

      5.0(5)29mi from Nevada57 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "A handful of small campgrounds surround the lake. Almost every spot is on the water. Only drawback is restrooms are sometimes a short walk away."

      "Great site next to river, across from bath, laundry and showers. Quiet and easy access. Highly recommend."

      from $10 - $32 / night

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      3. Montrose Missouri Conservation Area Dispersed Camping

      4.4(12)38mi from NevadaRVs, Tents

      "this little off the beaten path camp ground his paved roads, boat access for 2 areas 1 near the damn which closes a gate after 10pm, we use the other area near the conservation station(although ive never"

      "Was a nice little off the way spot with a couple camping spots on the lake. The grass/clover was super soft to walk in bare foot no stickers. Great spot for families."

      4. COE Stockton Lake Hawker Point

      4.3(6)35mi from Nevada45 sitesRVs, Tents

      "This particular site was just up the hill from the lake and completely private."

      "While Stockton Lake itself brings a lot to the table, with beautiful blue water, cliffs to jump from, and close proximity to town if you are craving some ice cream (I suggest Squeeze Inn), the State Park"

      from $10 - $20 / night

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      5. Orleans Trail

      4.3(3)33mi from Nevada62 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Cheap full hook ups at a nice lakeside campground, they also have a hotel and cabins that are nice getaways. The food at the restaurant is pretty good as well."

      "We had a view of the lake across the road. The bathroom was a several minute walk.  Site D37 across from us had water access and looked really nice."

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      6. Linn County Park

      4.3(3)41mi from NevadaRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Located in east central Kansas on 2600 acre Lake LaCygne (cooling reservoir for KCPL coal-fired power plant). No swimming or skiing allowed, only fishing boats."

      "Tucked in campsites with full hook ups. Great spot for kids to play but also great for couple wanting a spot. Bathhouse is really clean with hot water"

      7. Pony Express RV Park LLC

      4.5(4)44mi from Nevada3 sitesRVs, Tents

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    Equestrian Camping Reviews near Nevada, MO

    34 Reviews of 7 Nevada Campgrounds

    • LThe Dyrt Pro User
      Jul. 13, 2026

      Oak Point Campground — Crawford State Park

      Lots of sites!!!!

      I got here on a Sunday in July and there are lots of open sites around me, which makes it a great place to camp. There are lots of folks enjoying the water and the deer and lightning bugs are out. Yay. Campground hosts are nice, bathhouses are clean, and there is ice and wood - of course I cannot understand why folks are sitting by a fire when it is 92 degrees and humid as hell, but whatever!

    • FThe Dyrt Pro User
      Jun. 11, 2026

      Montrose Missouri Conservation Area Dispersed Camping

      Good little spot

      Was a nice little off the way spot with a couple camping spots on the lake. The grass/clover was super soft to walk in bare foot no stickers. Great spot for families. Not the worst for bugs but mosquitoes can’t be helped. Toilets could use a good cleaning but weren’t the worst I still used em. Some broken glass on the beach but over all was a good spot to camp

    • Dakota H.
      Mar. 21, 2026

      Linn County Park

      Great spots

      We camp here lots through out the summer. Tucked in campsites with full hook ups. Great spot for kids to play but also great for couple wanting a spot. Bathhouse is really clean with hot water

    • Hayley G.
      Sep. 3, 2025

      Orleans Trail

      Private, wooded campground near the lake!

      We stayed in the D loop at site D37. All of the sites in the D loop are more spaced out and wooded than in the other loops. They also don't have electric and the bathroom is a vault toilet. 

      Site D37 was able to fit our two tents comfortably but I don't think there was a flat space to fit a third. It was also pretty overgrown and unkept. So bring lots of bug spray. Site D39 is pretty close and it would work well for a group needing multiple spots. We had a view of the lake across the road. The bathroom was a several minute walk. 

      Site D37 across from us had water access and looked really nice. Other nearby spots D40 was also quite heavily wooded and didn't look like it had much more than one semi-flat spot for a tent. But it was definitely very private! 

      We used the shower houses(which we had to drive to get to) and they were okay. The water wouldn't get hot, but we didn't take ice cold showers. The swim beach was the highlight of this location and very nice!

    • sThe Dyrt Pro User
      Jul. 3, 2025

      Montrose Missouri Conservation Area Dispersed Camping

      GORGEOUS

      the stars were beautiful, the “sites” were spacious and well spread out, and there is lots of shade. you could definitely get a big rig in and out of here on the looped gravel roads.

    • Mark D.The Dyrt Pro User
      Apr. 25, 2025

      Montrose Missouri Conservation Area Dispersed Camping

      Enjoyed Our Stay

      Large grass area available for tents or campers. No specific camp locations. No fire rings or picnic tables. Pit toilets are as expected.

      Shallow muddy water but it does attract wildlife. A bit of road noise but tolerable. Perfect for our one night stay.

    • Megan C.The Dyrt Pro User
      Jan. 20, 2024

      Montrose Missouri Conservation Area Dispersed Camping

      Decent spot

      It was quiet. We enjoyed our stay. I read about the black cat that was found there in the other review. It was still there when we camped in late December and quite hungry. Very friendly and needing love. We brought him home with us and he is the most amazing cat. Took a while to get litter trained but I’m glad we opened up our home to him before the bad weather got here. Thanks to this site, we found our new family member! Thanks to whoever posted.

    • Rhonda D.
      Sep. 1, 2023

      Oak Point Campground — Crawford State Park

      Huge Sites

      This place was easy, pretty and well appointed. Great site next to river, across from bath, laundry and showers. Quiet and easy access. Highly recommend.

    • A
      Aug. 28, 2023

      Montrose Missouri Conservation Area Dispersed Camping

      I Made a Kittah Friend

      There is a super sweet local cat who befriended me here and made my visit so much better. I had some mechanical issues with my car and Kampground Kittah tried to help. 🤣

      Bathrooms were fine. It’s free camping so it was great that there were bathrooms at all.

      One of the locals stopped by my site to look for arrowheads. Apparently, she has found a lot in the area so that’s a good activity if the kids are bored.

      If you’re looking for a good wine, you can find some at the local auto parts store. I am not kidding! I think it’s Rick’s Auto Parts and their liquor is priced very reasonably. 😄 If your car’s broken down and you can’t drive, I guess you might as well drink and Rick’s there to help you out with both. 🤣

    Guide to Nevada

    Limited equestrian camping options exist near Nevada, Missouri. Montrose Missouri Conservation Area offers free dispersed camping for horse owners but does not provide dedicated horse corrals or specialized equine facilities. The open grassy areas accommodate trailers and provide space for portable pens or highlines. Vault toilets are available, though reviews indicate maintenance can be inconsistent. The conservation area's shallow lake attracts wildlife and offers natural scenery for riders bringing their own containment systems.

    Trail riders access several natural surface paths surrounding the conservation area, suitable for day rides from camp. Trailer parking is available on firm gravel surfaces near camping areas. Riders should bring their own water supplies for horses as no dedicated equine water sources exist on site. The area closes to camping after October 15th due to hunting season, a restriction not always clearly marked online. Seasonal considerations include muddy conditions during spring and potentially limited shade in some camping areas. Some campers report occasional road noise, though the setting remains relatively secluded compared to developed campgrounds in the region.

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