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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.

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    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Nevada (7)

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      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(4)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 - $34 / 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."

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      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 $14 - $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."

      from $14 - $160 / night

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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"

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      7. Pony Express RV Park LLC

      4.5(4)44mi from Nevada3 sitesRVs, Tents
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    Equestrian Camping Reviews near Nevada, MO

    33 Reviews of 7 Nevada Campgrounds

    • Lea B.
      Aug. 16, 2020

      COE Stockton Lake Hawker Point

      Private and Nearly Perfect

      Just got home from a weekend stay at site C19 at Hawker Point COE Park. This particular site was just up the hill from the lake and completely private. The walk to the lake was about 50 yards and a little steep but we managed to carry two kayaks down and up without too much trouble (and we are a middle-aged couple), and it was totally worth the effort because it was as if we had our own private cove.

      The site is very spacious and shaded with plenty of trees for our hammocks and clothesline. Lots of level places for tents. The park attendants were very friendly and helpful.

      C19 has no electricity or water and the closest vault toilet is a good walk down the road. The shower houses were driving distance away. We have a shower tent, so that wasn’t an issue for us.

      We drove through the rest of this park to check out A and B campground loops. A loop consists of full hookup sites and many sit right on the water. Little shade and crowded, but if you like to play on the lake all day these might be for you. B loop had pretty wooded sites but many were not close to the water. C loop is where it’s at!

    • Sarah The Dyrt PRO User
      Nov. 29, 2020

      Montrose Missouri Conservation Area Dispersed Camping

      montrose conservation area missouri

      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 seen anyone there) park rangers are mostly non existent , they do drive through, they are quite nice an most the time never stop just smile an wave, there some fire spots but be kind an put up rocks that you can find along the shore, there is bathroom facilities and a dumpster behind the conservation building.

      the area is surrounded by trees but the area is clean, nice soft grass, there are pecan an walnut trees so watch out for your heads when its fall lol . you can fish, boat and swim but i recommend  water shoes. the water is very shallow most the time its only chest deep out in the middle. there is loads of wildlife to see an arent much scared of humans, racoons,beavers, crane, squirrels,dear,owls an much more. theres also blackberries in the fall. 

      all in all a very nice quiet little free camp area. we go all the time.

    • Rick G.
      Sep. 26, 2021

      Bourbon County Fairgrounds Campground

      Convenient Location in Fort Scott

      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. Peaceful and quiet during the evenings and nearby to the downtown and historic fort. Verizon signal was good for streaming. Water spigot was located near the gravel access road and we filled our freshwater tank on the way out. The dump station has easy access and allowed for a good black tank flush.

    • S
      Jun. 9, 2018

      Oak Point Campground — Crawford State Park

      A former private lake

      What a gem! Amazing swimming beach, modern bath house and great restaurant.

      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.

    • C
      Apr. 6, 2020

      Orleans Trail

      Camping

      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.

    • 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!

    • Charlotte B.
      Jul. 18, 2018

      COE Stockton Lake Hawker Point

      Privacy right on the lake

      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 and several of the other campground sites offered by the Corps of Engineers or by private citizens are always jammed together with few trees. This campground is an exception. There is plenty of room and the trees make your site feel much more private. If it isn’t full, I suggest Hawker Point as your first choice when headed to Stockton Lake

    • Bran P.
      Sep. 26, 2016

      Linn County Park

      Nice views!

      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. We stayed on site 112 in View Point Loop next to some permanent residents. There’s no stay limit here so some sites are very messy. Paved roads with gravel sites having W/E, mostly 30A but a few 50A like ours. Check in at the Marina to see which ones are available at this all first come first serve cg. They even have a few FHU sites but I imagine they are all taken by the residents. Nice dump station located in the back of the park along with a few rustic cabins. We enjoyed a waterfront site but there were many 30A sites available in a more wooded setting in several different loops. There are about 113 sites here.

    • 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

    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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