Best Equestrian Camping near St. Charles, MO

Are you planning a trip to St. Charles with your horse? We've got you covered. Equestrian camping is the best way to experience nature. The Dyrt can help you find the perfect equestrian sites that are scenic and easy to access.

Best Equestrian Sites Near St. Charles, MO (7)

    Camper-submitted photo from Cuivre River State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cuivre River State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cuivre River State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cuivre River State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cuivre River State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cuivre River State Park Campground

    1. Cuivre River State Park Campground

    39 Reviews
    76 Photos
    234 Saves
    Troy, Missouri

    Cuivre River State Park is one of the state’s largest and most rugged parks! Cuivre River State Park lends a wilder, Ozarkian flavor to the otherwise predominately agricultural landscape of northern Missouri. Although not far from St. Louis, the park is a nature lover’s paradise. It is an outdoor delight to stroll through the park in the spring when flowering dogwood is in bloom or in the fall when the trees are ablaze with autumn colors. The park is perfect whether you want to enjoy an afternoon visit or spend a few days. Both primitive and modern campsites are available, and Lake Lincoln offers swimming, boating and fishing. The park’s wild and natural areas provide hiking, backpacking, photography and wildlife observation activities. There is also an equestrian trail with a campground for overnight stays. Cuivre River State Park offers reservable basic, electric and sewer/electric/water campsites, an equestrian campground, three organized group camps and a special-use camping area. Try one of the park's family campsites for a little extra space or a platform tent site for a unique camping experience.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $15 - $38 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA

    3. St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA

    30 Reviews
    48 Photos
    121 Saves
    Eureka, Missouri

    Enjoy picturesque camping as it was meant to be - with lots of trees, a babbling creek, fireflies, a campfire under a starlit sky, and all Pull-Thru RV Sites. Located on Historic Route 66, this KOA is less than 1 mile from Six Flags St. Louis and I-44. It's an easy 30 minutes from other St. Louis attractions, including the Gateway Arch, Forest Park, Zoo, Missouri Botanical Garden, City Museum, Anheuser-Busch Brewery, and Grant's Farm. Stay in a Deluxe Cabin or on a Patio RV Site or Premium Tent Site. Kids love all the activities/amenities, such as the heated pool, gem mining station, and new Jumping Pillow. Groups love the pavilion and meeting space with A/C. Pool: May 10 - September 30. Your host: Paul Shepherd.

    • Electric Hookups
    • ADA Access
    • Equestrian
    • Tent Cabin
    • Yurts
    • Glamping
    Camper-submitted photo from Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground

    4. Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    12 Photos
    96 Saves
    Collinsville, Illinois

    Horseshoe Lake State Park is located off Highway 111 in the southwestern part of Illinois in Madison County. With easy access from the Metro East for visitors from throughout the region, the park offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities on 2,960 acres.

    Horseshoe Lake State Park accommodates 26 tent or trailer campsites. A sanitary dump station, pit toilets, and hydrants are conveniently located. The campground is open from May 1 - Sept 30. Campers can stay a maximum of 7 days in a 30-day period. We do not take reservations for camping. Although, group camping reservations are accepted through the ExploreMoreIL™ website.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Greensfelder County Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Greensfelder County Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Greensfelder County Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Greensfelder County Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Greensfelder County Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Greensfelder County Park

    5. Greensfelder County Park

    7 Reviews
    32 Photos
    53 Saves
    Eureka, Missouri

    Laying at the foothills of the gently rolling Ozark mountain range, Greensfelder Park features lovely shaded trails and spectacular views, horse boarding, equestrian and group camping, hayrides, trails, nature learning center, picnic sites and shelters, playground and trim orienteering course.

    The area was donated to St. Louis County in 1963 by the Trustees of the St. Louis Regional Planning and Construction Foundation. The Foundation was established in 1939 by A. P. Greensfelder, civic leader.

    This is primarily an equestrian campground. There is a tie horse stall located behind the restroom that is lighted and will hold approximately 30 horses. A round pen is also available for horse turn out. Two trail heads are at opposite ends of the campground, with connectors to additional trails.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from McCully Heritage Project
    Camper-submitted photo from McCully Heritage Project
    Camper-submitted photo from McCully Heritage Project
    Camper-submitted photo from McCully Heritage Project
    Camper-submitted photo from McCully Heritage Project
    Camper-submitted photo from McCully Heritage Project

    6. McCully Heritage Project

    5 Reviews
    6 Photos
    47 Saves
    Kampsville, Illinois

    Pitch your tent in one of four widely spaced sites. Each site has enough room for multiple tents and includes a fire pit and picnic table. The sites are just a short walk from our shower/restroom facility. The fishing ponds are just a quarter mile walk from the campsites, and access to the numerous trails throughout our 940-acre property is directly from the campsites. While we have four designated sites, it is rare for all to be full, and likely that you'll be the only campers here most days. We are located in a very remote/rural part of Illinois in a county nestled between the Mississippi& Illinois Rivers, but only 75 miles north of downtown St. Louis. We have been included in John Shirle's"The Best in Tent Camping: Illinois."

    The McCully Heritage Project is a 940- acre environmental center located one mile south of Kampsville in beautiful and remote Calhoun County. We are a private non-profit left as the legacy of Howard and Eva McCully.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group

    $20 - $100 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Daniel Boone Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Daniel Boone Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Daniel Boone Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Daniel Boone Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Daniel Boone Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Daniel Boone Conservation Area

Recent Equestrian Reviews in St. Charles

128 Reviews of 7 St. Charles Campgrounds


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    Camper-submitted photo from St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
    Sep. 8, 2024

    St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA

    Do not stay here

    The management and owner of this place do not care about their business or their customers. We had a terrible accident at this campground over the summer where a tree crushed and totaled our camper van, thankfully none of our family was harmed. KOA immediately wiped their hands of this telling us they have nothing to do with it and we needed to deal with our insurance. They did not even feel the need to refund our stay. I would NEVER stay here again and suggest if you do, hopefully you have really good insurance.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Daniel Boone Conservation Area
    Aug. 24, 2024

    Daniel Boone Conservation Area

    Peaceful dark skies

    I stayed one night in the RV campsite. There was only one other camper. The grass had been mowed recently so the path around the pond was easily walkable.

    Not many of the RV sites had fire rings and, with all of the fresh cut grass, it would have taken a lot of raking to make a spot safe for a fire anyway.

  • Jason F.
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
    Aug. 12, 2023

    St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA

    A nice place to overnight

    We stayed here for one night on our way home from Colorado. After checking in at the office, an employee escorted us to our site. Site A13 was a combination of mostly gravel and soft ground. The site was not level front to back and we had to build a sizable pyramid with our blocks to get the rig leveled out.

    The pool area was very nice. It was great to be able to cook off after a long day of driving. We’d definitely stay here again.

  • Chris H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
    Aug. 1, 2023

    St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA

    Great place to stay if you’re going to St Louis

    We actually didn’t hang out in the campground very much because we spent a lot of time in St. Louis. The campsite was very nice with lots of trees. It had a pool for the kids and some fun things for little ones to do there. The campsite is 30 minutes from downtown St. Louis, and a great place to stay if you’re looking to go check out the gateway arch or go to a Cardinals game.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
    Jul. 26, 2023

    Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground

    If I Could Leave Zero Stars I Would

    I have stayed in hundreds of places and hiked many miles and have never experienced a tick infestation like I did at this park. I stopped counting at 20(!!!) pulled off my dogs(yes, they are on prevention meds), myself(yes, I was wearing DEET), and inside my camper in just two days. 0/10 do NOT recommend

  • Tee C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Daniel Boone Conservation Area
    Jun. 30, 2023

    Daniel Boone Conservation Area

    Prívate, pretty, comfortable

    I stayed here in June on a Tuesday night. The main pull-in parking area was completely empty. Has a ton of spots, most with their own fire ring. Some have some shade. There were also other more private pull-in spots where I saw only 2 other vehicles. There’s a little pond with wildlife like rabbits and frogs. You get there after about 5 miles on a well maintained, wide gravel road. Overall, I really enjoyed my stay!

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
    Jun. 30, 2023

    Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground

    Good and Simple

    Good spot for a St.Louis stop. Sites are paved and relatively level. $25 for electric only but with a dump and fresh water fill up stations. Hot water showers in bathrooms. Reservations on the website are until 7pm day-of or first-come first-served need to arrive by 9pm before gate closes. Little tags on each site to say which is still available for that night. No pay station so if office is closed can pay in the a.m.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
    Jun. 22, 2023

    Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground

    Huge Spaces- Very Private and Clean!

    We booked this campground because we were spending time in St Louis. It only took about 35 minutes to get from here to downtown. The campground is close to grocery stores and lots of shopping! The sites themselves are very clean and well kept. Our site, 32, was huge and grassy! If you want to be close to the playground and bathrooms, this site was perfect.

  • Timmy C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Daniel Boone Conservation Area
    Apr. 12, 2023

    Daniel Boone Conservation Area

    Awesome spot to get away!

    Gravel roads to the campsites are well maintained. Campsites are clean and well maintained. Maps are okay, but not the best. You could easily get an RV or camper around the roads. The way I came was a little weird with some awkward turns that might be tricky for a less experienced operator. At&t gets decent service.

  • Leo S.
    Camper-submitted photo from McCully Heritage Project
    Jan. 26, 2023

    McCully Heritage Project

    A day out with the kiddos.

    I just love the bridge across the pond. We had a picnic and the kids got to play on the playground equipment.

  • WanderlustDu0
    Camper-submitted photo from Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground
    Sep. 30, 2022

    Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground

    Great private camping

    The campground is relatively small but has great sites to camp. Very private and clean. 5 ⭐ in my opinion simply because of the overnight price and privacy. Not much to do if you have kids. If you're looking for quite camping trip this is a great park to camp.

  • Jan S.
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
    Jul. 6, 2022

    St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA

    KOA campground near Saint Louis

    This is a KOA, so you know what to expect. Pull through, level sites, lots of shade, dog park, pool, and a creek are all here. Have been here before, will be back!

  • Owen T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Daniel Boone Conservation Area
    Jun. 18, 2022

    Daniel Boone Conservation Area

    Good place to stop, unused trails, minimum spaces

    I was traveling to California and it was a good spot but only one campground per parking lot. Wasn’t really busy. I camped in the gravel lot by my car under the stars. Nothing special about the place. 2 bar LTE Verizon.

  • Derek N.
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
    Jun. 13, 2022

    St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA

    Decent campground

    Other than the entire campground losing power Sunday morning and frying my coffee maker, it was a good stay.

    Good sites, mature trees, and plenty for kids to do. The pool has a deep end, which seems pretty rare these days.

  • k
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
    May. 29, 2022

    St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA

    Small sites- noisy- great for kids

    This is a great place for kids and families traveling together.   We are a retired couple with no children and found the sites to be too close together (very small sites) and the park was too noisy for us.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground
    May. 21, 2022

    Horseshoe Lake State Park Campground

    Horseshoe Lake - 5 Star

    Horseshoe Lake is one of my most visited parks and most favorite park in the STL and surrounding areas. First off absolutely beautiful land and peace is easily achieved. Self service pay system makes it simple, easy, and fast. Camping can be reserved but no need. Just pick your spot go to the office building, and fill out the form, pay and slide in envelope and drop in box. Staff/ Security is super friendly and helpful with directing throughout the park. Also not nosy and mind their own unless you are just being that guy. Clean and well kept up with spots, water Spickets never far from your camp also nice cast iron fire pits. Good fishing, trails and memories waiting to be made.

    8$ a night

  • D M.
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA
    May. 13, 2022

    St. Louis West / Historic Route 66 KOA

    Close to St Louis, but won't ever return to this site

    Good location that is right off I-44 and right next to Six Flags St. Louis. It's about 30 minutes to downtown.

    Spots are level and there is decent space. Nice benches at each site, cable TV hookup, good water pressure (40 psi) and 30amp connection. There are 50 amp sites available.

    KOA store, restroom and showers are nice and clean. The staff were also very friendly.

    One cool activity is to visit the wolf sanctuary. It's very close by.

    Only complaint is KOA allowed a U-Haul and car to park next to us. They had 4 dogs, unleashed and they were using the water spigot (no hose) to cool their dogs off, which wouldn't have been a problem if the spaces were bigger. They also kept entering our outdoor space and allowing their dogs to run all the way up to my rig. Very little was done to rectify the problem, even after a phone call and going up to the office. The three solutions were to have us relocate to another site, ask them if they would move, but it would be up to the U-Haul party to relocate or refund us if we decided to leave.

    This was the first time staying at a KOA and it basically negated the positives. We will not be returning to this site and will most likely stay away from KOA all together.

  • Jan S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cuivre River State Park Campground
    May. 6, 2022

    Cuivre River State Park Campground

    Good getaway close to Saint Louis

    Great location for a weekend getaway, only 1 hour from the city! Hiking trails, level lots, full hookups available, There are 2 loops, the tent camping side is well shaded with a lot of room between sites. The full hookup loop has a lot of room, but can be a challenge backing in, as the camp sites are at a 90 degree angle to the road. Would love to return.

  • Sarah S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground
    Apr. 27, 2022

    Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Campground

    Inclement Weather

    I went camping at this place twice. Each time it rained all freaking day and got really cold at night. The first camping trip, I didn't tough it out. But the second camping trip I did tough it out until the second night, when it got cold. It didn't deter me and I plan to go camping again. At a different place though.



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