Best Equestrian Camping near Raytown, MO

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Raytown, MO (10)

    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park
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    1. Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park

    18 Reviews
    18 Photos
    115 Saves
    Lee's Summit, Missouri
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    2. Watkins Mill State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    58 Photos
    211 Saves
    Excelsior Springs, Missouri
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $12 - $42 / night

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    3. Crow's Creek Campground

    26 Reviews
    36 Photos
    178 Saves
    Smithville, Missouri

    This recreation area is part of Smithville Lake

    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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    4. Weston Bend State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    138 Photos
    189 Saves
    Weston, Missouri
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $12 - $48 / night

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    5. Camp Branch Campground

    15 Reviews
    28 Photos
    86 Saves
    Smithville, Missouri

    This recreation area is part of Smithville Lake

    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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    6. Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping

    10 Reviews
    9 Photos
    85 Saves
    Smithville, Missouri

    This recreation area is part of Smithville Lake

    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo from Russel Crites - Hillsdale State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Russel Crites - Hillsdale State Park
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    8. Wallace State Park Campground

    32 Reviews
    80 Photos
    174 Saves
    Cameron, Missouri
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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      9. Saddle Ridge Campground

      2 Reviews
      32 Saves
      Hillsdale, Kansas

      Water, Electric: 22

      Primitive Campsites: 12

      Other Information: Saddle Ridge equestrian area has approximately 32 miles of marked trails available to horseback riders and trail users. Sites are reservable at reserveamerica.com 2 days in advance of arrival.

      Conveniently located south of the Kansas City Metro Area, one of Kansas’ newest reservoirs awaits visitors to its more than 12,000 acres of park and wildlife area. Completed in 1982, more than 70 percent of the standing timber was left in the reservoir basin to provide fish habitat. Walleye, catfish, largemouth bass, crappie, and bluegill are abundant. Approximately 4,500 acres of water and 51 miles of shoreline are open to fishing. Roughly 7,000 acres are open to hunting at Hillsdale within the wildlife area and state park.

      Common wildlife includes whitetail deer, bobwhite quail, squirrel, rabbit, beaver, muskrat, and a variety of waterfowl. Birdwatchers will see bald eagles, shorebirds, finches, warblers, sparrows, and hawks.

      The Saddle Ridge equestrian area on the east side of the reservoir has about 32 miles of marked trails available to horseback riders.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
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      10. Rockhaven Park Equestrian Campground

      2 Reviews
      21 Photos
      8 Saves
      Lawrence, Kansas

      Overview

      Rockhaven Park is located on the south side of Clinton Lake, west of the Dam on the Rock Creek Arm of the lake. Rockhaven Park is the trailhead for the South Shore Trails (equestrian and hiking trails on the south side of the lake) and is the only place where equestrians can camp overnight with their horses and mules.

      Recreation

      Rockhaven Park, first of all, is an equestrian friendly campground. This is Clinton Lake's only campground that allows overnight camping with horses and mules. Approximately one-fourth of the campsites are open to non-equestrian campers, but three-fourths of the campsites are strictly for equestrian campers. There is a "day use only" parking lot for those who come to ride or hike for the day, but not stay overnight. Access to the South Shore Trails is located in Rockhaven Park. The main trailhead is on the north side of the campground, which is a short walk or ride from a campsite or the day use parking lot.

      Natural Features

      Congress authorized Clinton Lake in 1962, and the finished reservoir was filled in 1980. While the Dam and Reservoir were originally built for flood control, the area has now become a recreational oasis for millions of visitors to enjoy the beautiful green Kansas backdrop. Clinton Lake's beautiful setting of steep bluffs, wooded shoreline and clean water is unequaled among Kansas lakes. Shoreline development has been limited in an effort to preserve as much of the natural setting as possible.

      Nearby Attractions

      The Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center, located on the northwest side of the dam, has several informative displays covering topics such as the history of the area, reasons for the dam and the wildlife in the area. The Clinton Lake Museum, located within the Bloomington East Park, has information on the history of the region and the Underground Railroad. The cities of Lawrence and Topeka are within a 30 minute drive.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Reservable
      • RVs
      • Tents

      $20 / night

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    Recent Equestrian Reviews in Raytown

    190 Reviews of 10 Raytown Campgrounds


    • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park Campground
      Sep. 30, 2024

      Weston Bend State Park Campground

      Clean, Attractive, and Quiet

      Weston Bend, MO 9/24: As of early September 1/2 of the campground is closed for construction. I understand that some sites will be upgraded to full hookups. (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

      (72 yr olds in 27’ trailer.)

      Overall Rating: 5 for a state park . Hiking and overlooks nearby. This is a nice campground to visit Leavenworth from. Very clean showers. Price 2024: About $15 for non electric sites. $25 for electric sites Security: Gate w code for night time entry Usage during visit: Very full during weekends. Plenty of free sites during the week Visual Privacy Between Adjacent Sites: Some more than others Site Spacing: Very good Pad surface: Blacktop Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: Pretty quiet Outside Road Noise: None Through Traffic in campground: No reason for Electric Hookup: All sites but # 3 and 26. Sewer Hookup: Coming to some sites by 2025 Dump Station: Yes Potable Water Available: Yes, at dump stations and some scattered spigots Generators: Allowed Bathroom: One building with flush toilets. One pit toilet near site #26 Showers: Yes. Clean and nice. Pull Throughs: 1 or 2 Cell Service (AT&T): 2 bars Setting: Thick deciduous forest Recent Weather: Some 90 - 100 degree days in late August Solar: # 3 has better solar than the other non-electric site shady #26. Insects: Not bad Host: Great Rig Size: large rigs Sites: #3 and # 26 are non- electric. #26 is the most private.

    • Sayler O.
      Camper-submitted photo from Wallace State Park Campground
      Sep. 22, 2024

      Wallace State Park Campground

      Rain camping

      We came here fully expecting rain and we got it. Only problem was we planned to tie up some tarps to sit under but we didn't know that it was against the rules to tie to the trees at these sites. luckily we made it work tieing to the roof of the table and a stump. As far as the camp ground its self, rules aside, it is amazing. All the tent sites are separated by trees and bushes so you get plenty of room to your self but they are close enough you can still connect with other groups if you want. Another great part about it is that there are walking paths through the woods from each site that meet up at a central restroom. The main bathrooms and showers are over by the office and are super nice but it is good that there are a couple stalls close for the middle of the night situations. Tons of walking trails are around and a decent playground for the kids as well. Overall loved this place.

    • Jeff L.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park Campground
      Sep. 13, 2024

      Weston Bend State Park Campground

      Over nighters.

      We arrived around 1 pm and got the pull through site. It is a nice little park that will be closed from November 1, 2024 through April 14, 2025. An electric site was $25.00. The facilities were exceptionally clean and the camp hosts were very polite.

    • Terry D.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park Campground
      Jun. 30, 2024

      Weston Bend State Park Campground

      Short stay

      Very nice lots was a Lil disappointed because this camp site was in mid missori and the agent I contacted it from was in meridian ms and had never been there was told it would have water n 30 amp service but all that was there was 30 amp no water but it was really nice I didn't have time to stay long just the night .

    • Barbie G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park Campground
      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.

    • Renee H.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park Campground
      May. 7, 2024

      Weston Bend State Park Campground

      Quiet campground close to many Kansas City attractions

      Campground is hilly, sites are level, gravel pads. Lots of space between sites. Electric sites, no water, but water spigots were scattered around the campground. Majority of sites had shade. Most sites are back in, there are 2 pull through sites and 2 family sites. Firewood is available for sale on the honor system near the camp host. Nice shower facilities and laundry available (one washer, one dryer). Regular trash dumpster and also recycling. Pit toilets also available. Dump station across from dumpsters and recycling. Entrance gate closes at 9 pm.

    • BLBJR
      Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park Campground
      Feb. 17, 2024

      Weston Bend State Park Campground

      Absolutely beautiful

      This place is absolutely beautiful great for taking your family but if you need RV parts or repairs stay away from Camping World they will rip you off or even if you want to purchase an RV read the reviews on them.

    • Jamie V.
      Camper-submitted photo from Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping
      Dec. 4, 2023

      Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping

      Nice little campground below the dam at Smithville Lake

      We tried Smith Fork and liked it. The only downside is that some of the campsites are close together/congested, but that’s not necessarily a big negative. We have Verizon and service was good. Camp hosts were great!

    • Jamie V.
      Camper-submitted photo from Crow's Creek Campground
      Dec. 4, 2023

      Crow's Creek Campground

      Great Campground near Smithville Lake

      Very nice campground and we’ve stayed here several times without any problems. The hosts are great too. We’ve stayed at sites in Loop C improved which have water and 50amp service. We have Verizon cell service and had no issues.

    • Haley C.
      Camper-submitted photo from Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping
      Nov. 2, 2023

      Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping

      Great campground!

      Campground is great! Camp hosts Janet and Chris went above and beyond making Halloween perfect for our family. Been here several times and they are more than accommodating. Always a clean, safe and organized campground. Can’t wait until next year to see all of the events!

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Watkins Mill State Park Campground
      Oct. 18, 2023

      Watkins Mill State Park Campground

      Peaceful

      We stayed Sunday-Wednesday and it was very peaceful. Sites are not right on top of each other and it looks like they all have a fire pit and picnic table. There are only a handful of paved spots and you will need leveling blocks on the gravel. Showers and bathrooms are clean and the hosts are very nice. New asphalt roads throughout the park; nice for walking, biking, etc. Be sure to get biscuits & gravy at “The General Store” just down the road from the park entrance.

    • S
      Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park Campground
      Jul. 26, 2023

      Weston Bend State Park Campground

      Peaceful

      Pros:

      - so peacefully quiet, seriously even with the kids

      - dog park with 3 separate areas- close to KC

      - a hose at the dump station that you can actually hook up to your black tank flush

      - both AT&T and Verizon worked great 

      Cons:

      - I honestly have none from here!

    • hThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park Campground
      Jul. 25, 2023

      Weston Bend State Park Campground

      Great, quite large camp sites

      Great please to camp, not to crowded. Got busier on the weekends, empty on the week. Nice showers and toilets, laundry. Campsites were large, many had a good footprint enough to set up a large tent. We have a 20’ round yurt and had plenty of room. Lots of hiking trails in this park, some paved. Nice lookout point. Dog park was nice, well gated and taken care of, had water station for thirsty dogs. We spent 25$ a night for a 30amp electric site. Campground was well maintained. Only minutes from the historic town of Westin, amazing parks, lots of pubs and little restaurants. Nice place to walk around. I would camp here again.

    • M
      Camper-submitted photo from Wallace State Park Campground
      May. 30, 2023

      Wallace State Park Campground

      Very lovely little state park

      We got in late, so the automatic gates were closed, but we got lucky and someone else came out so we were able to get to our campsite. It was very quiet during the night and we woke up to a chorus of birds. The bathrooms are pristine- nicer than some restaurants or hotels I’ve been to. We stayed in campsite 2 and took the trail down to the lake. It was very small, but the water was clear and we saw no trash! We could see the fish in the water! Overall a very lovely stay- we will be back!!

    • Melanie T.
      Camper-submitted photo from The Great Escape RV and Camp Resort
      May. 26, 2023

      The Great Escape RV and Camp Resort

      Next stop

      Nice little camp ground. Lots of open space for the dog to play. 2 nice ponds. Sites are nice & level good space. There is some traffic noise, being next to the interstate. We were able to mask it.

    • Rhonda D.
      Camper-submitted photo from Camp Branch Campground
      Apr. 30, 2023

      Camp Branch Campground

      Well maintained / lake views

      This is a very well Maintained and care for park with recreational activities, bathrooms and paved walking trails. Not rustic enough for me but very nice. We

    • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park Campground
      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.

    • Cari E.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park Campground
      Oct. 29, 2022

      Weston Bend State Park Campground

      Great little park

      I stayed at two different sites here over a few days and had a quiet, lovely time. The overlook and trails were a great way to spend my spare time outside of work (remote). My AT&T cell service was poor (perhaps the high number sites at the top of the hill had better reception?) but Verizon was strong enough for me to work. The bathroom/laundry facilities were in the cutest red building, but I didn’t use them as the water had been shut off as it dropped below freezing at night while I was there, so that’s something to keep in mind when planning your trip.

    • Cindy K.
      Camper-submitted photo from Camp Branch Campground
      Sep. 17, 2022

      Camp Branch Campground

      Beautiful lake views

      Stayed on the A loop and had a beautiful view of the lake! Nice to be close to bathrooms and have a gorgeous view. Friendly staff, great price, and campsites have a fire pit with a grill, and a picnic table. We’ll be back!

    • T
      Camper-submitted photo from Russel Crites - Hillsdale State Park
      Aug. 9, 2022

      Russel Crites - Hillsdale State Park

      Hillsdale lake C.O.E.

      Great campground (Sunflower) The host's are friendly and knowledgeable of the area. The trees in the sites are small saplings, give them a few more years, and they will be nice.

    • Terry
      Camper-submitted photo from Wallace State Park Campground
      Jul. 16, 2022

      Wallace State Park Campground

      Second visit site 54

      Clean campground clean bathrooms . Power hookup no water or sewer at site but both are available in the campground. $21 a night for seniors

    • Leni K.
      Camper-submitted photo from Wallace State Park Campground
      Jun. 6, 2022

      Wallace State Park Campground

      Good Weekend Getaway

      Campground 1 is the ideal tent grounds. Heavily wooded some with better coverage than others. Campground 2 is the most spaces RV site. Campground 3 had five total sites in an open area. No privacy at all. Campground 4 was a tighter RV set up. All campgrounds share one very updated showerhouse, which did lead to some lines at the showers Sunday, but the trade off for quality bathroom is appreciated. All campgrounds and day use areas are also connected by a series of trails, so you're not far off from getting to a hike at any point. Campground 1 has four walkins that range from 80 to 300 yards in, starting with 28 closest and 31 farthest out. We stayed at 31, and whole remote, during the day picked up sounds clearly from other sites and at night the highway was pretty clear. Overall though the seclusion tradeoff was nice and it was an easy adjustment for us as car campers. We had a raccoon visitor who is a frequent flyer, while he got away with some hotdogs, we adjusted and ensured he didn't get additional treats. The main showerhouse was closer than the vault toilet on 1, which was still really well maintained. Overall crowds here seemed very respectful of quiet hours, space on trails and made for an improved stay. Camp hosts were always available and polite and friendly. Trails were maintained. Definitely would return again, to a similar site as a walk in.

    • Dana B.
      Camper-submitted photo from The Great Escape RV and Camp Resort
      Jun. 4, 2022

      The Great Escape RV and Camp Resort

      Clean and well maintained

      Clean well maintained with large open areas. Hosts are helpful and friendly. It's noisy, but when you are close to a major highway that's how it is. The Bathrooms were large and clean. ATT phone worked without problems.



    Guide to Raytown

    Horse camping in Missouri offers a unique opportunity for equestrians to explore the state's beautiful landscapes while enjoying the company of their horses. With several campgrounds catering specifically to horse owners, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and ride the trails.

    Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

    Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like trails

    • Wallace State Park Campground provides a network of walking paths that are perfect for equestrian exploration, ensuring you and your horse can enjoy the natural surroundings.
    • At Crow's Creek Campground, visitors can enjoy scenic views and access to trails that cater to horseback riding, enhancing your camping experience.
    • Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park is known for its beautiful landscapes and offers trails that are suitable for both hiking and horseback riding.

    Tips for equestrian camping near Raytown, Missouri

    • When visiting Watkins Mill State Park Campground, be sure to bring leveling blocks, as some sites may not be perfectly flat for your horse trailer.
    • At Hillsdale State Park, take advantage of the nearby riding trails and ensure you have enough water for both you and your horse during your stay.
    • Always check the specific rules regarding horses at each campground, as some may have restrictions on where you can ride or tie your horse, especially at Saddle Ridge Campground.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Raytown, MO?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Raytown, MO is Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park with a 3.9-star rating from 18 reviews.

    • What is the best site to find equestrian camping near Raytown, MO?

      TheDyrt.com has all 10 equestrian camping locations near Raytown, MO, with real photos and reviews from campers.