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Best Equestrian Camping near Table Rock Lake

136 Reviews

Bar K Wrangler Camp offers horse-friendly camping near Table Rock Lake with accessible tent sites and basic facilities for equestrians. Situated in Garrison, Missouri, this free campground provides primitive camping experience year-round with campfire rings and picnic tables. The campground maintains vault toilets but no drinking water, requiring campers to bring their own supply. The facilities accommodate both riders and their horses with adequate space for horse trailers and gear.

Located near the lake's shoreline, Bar K Wrangler Camp connects to several bridle trails that wind through the wooded Ozark terrain. Trail riders access multiple routes directly from the campground without needing to trailer horses to separate trailheads. The natural terrain provides varied riding experiences across different skill levels, from gentle paths suitable for beginners to more challenging routes for experienced equestrians. Horse owners should bring their own feed, water containers, and portable corrals or highlines as permanent equine facilities are limited. The peaceful camping atmosphere allows riders to enjoy the natural surroundings of Table Rock Lake while maintaining access to nearby trails and water recreation opportunities.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Table Rock Lake (15)

    1. Roaring River State Park Campground

    46 Reviews
    Eagle Rock, MO
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 847-2539

    "Located in South Missouri it is an easy day trip into Branson Missouri or Eureka Springs Arkansas. Very well located and very well run by the state."

    "Campground 1 was tucked up in an inlet that went back into the valley. It dead ends at a wonderful trailhead. The west side on CG#1 is lined by a beautiful creek that runs into the rotating river."

    2. Bar M Resort & Campground

    2 Reviews
    Kimberling City, MO
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 338-2593

    $50 - $60 / night

    "Access to Table Rock, Game Room, Pool and Jacuzzi. Small cabins and A-frames to rent. They have it all. This is my getaway**!"

    "Nice, easy and quiet with a great pool and lake access! We will definitely be coming back. Site 47 has a bit of sun"

    3. Big M

    5 Reviews
    Golden, MO
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 271-3190

    $16 - $28 / night

    "Ranger Review Big M Campground Table Rock Lake As with most campgrounds this summer Big M was flooded. It didn’t detract from the beauty and fun this place has to offer."

    "Nestled snug on the Missouri Arkansas border is a gem of a campground. Large grassy sites some most with electricity and water, and some with sewer. Sites are paved and pretty level."

    4. Great Escapes RV Resorts Branson

    6 Reviews
    Forsyth, MO
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 546-3000

    $48 - $251 / night

    "Half the sites are close to pool and playground, but not many trees. The other half are an easy 2 minute walk and tree covered!"

    "Close to lake Bull Shoals, Taneycomo, and Branson if that's your thing."

    5. Busiek

    8 Reviews
    Chestnutridge, MO
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (417) 895-8660

    "Gun range, Horse Riding Trails, Camping and a water source. The scenery is so breathtaking and you never want to leave!"

    "Busiek isn't to far of the beaten path. It has several trails and camping sites. There is plenty of wildlife available for viewing."

    6. Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River

    24 Reviews
    Ponca, AR
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (870) 861-2570

    $20 / night

    "The sign said "campground full" but thanks to another review we disregarded this and found an open site, as did the person who drove in behind us."

    "You wake up every morning to the sound of the Buffalo River coursing by just a few hundred yards away, and are greeted by the breathtaking view of the bluffs you are surrounded by!"

    7. Erbie Campground — Buffalo National River

    14 Reviews
    Marble Falls, AR
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (870) 439-2502

    "Located within a few miles of the horse camp , this site is Aimed more at group camping, there is not as much shade as I’d like to see."

    "I explored each in detail and took a day to enjoy the trails around them.   "

    8. Beaver Lake Hide A Way

    6 Reviews
    Garfield, AR
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (479) 925-1333

    "Easy access to Rocky Branch boat launch ramps"

    "Nice and close to beaver lake. They had kayakes to rent and jet skies. Fishing is good as well. Also lots of wild life! Owls, lizards, tons of birds, deer, and foxes. I would definitaly come back!"

    9. Bar K Wrangler Camp

    4 Reviews
    Chadwick, MO
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 364-4621

    "There are a few tent sites along the road and there is plenty of grassy area near the creek for RVs/trailers."

    "This a horse camp, but there is plenty of space to just pitch a tent if needed. Free site with a beautiful backdrop"

    10. Horseshoe Canyon Ranch

    9 Reviews
    Ponca, AR
    39 miles
    Website

    $5 - $245 / night

    "They have horse back riding and tons of world class rock climbing. Very safe and clean. Facilities were just fine."

    "Car camp, hammock, tent camp, or rent one the cabins to enjoy the roaming goats and horses around the property. Infamously known in AR as one of the best climbing spots."

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136 Reviews of 15 Table Rock Lake Campgrounds

  • C
    Sep. 7, 2019

    Big M

    Camping Heaven Has Been Found!

    Ranger Review Big M Campground Table Rock Lake

    As with most campgrounds this summer Big M was flooded. It didn’t detract from the beauty and fun this place has to offer. This is a Core run campground that sits nestled in the beautiful Ozarks/Arkansas border. It’s a little tricky getting there. Lot of curves and turns. A real nail biter! This campground has large grassy full hookup sites. The bath houses are clean and easy to get to. Anything you would want to do. Hiking, kayaking, swim beach, boating. Some of the best fishing around! Nice marina with a restaurant that you won’t leave hungry! Swim beach was flooded, but we used it anyway. Truest the gem of the Ozarks!

  • David L.
    Jun. 22, 2019

    Swan Creek

    Dispersed Camping Galore

    Has great dispresed camping, free, creek is accessible, has equestrian area to camp with horses, bout 45 minutes to a hour from Springfield. No service for ATT.

  • Hannah W.
    Oct. 15, 2018

    Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River

    Close sites, beautiful area

    We rolled in at 8pm on a Friday night. The sign said "campground full" but thanks to another review we disregarded this and found an open site, as did the person who drove in behind us. The 26 sites are in two layers, one closer to the parking lot, one closer to the woods, river and bluffs. Rangers patrol regularly and are very helpful. There is a ranger station beyond the horse campground which is a pleasant walk or a quick drive. We stopped there to get our National Park stamp! Easy access to a trail directly from the lot, or walk beyond the horse camp to the Old River trail head. Centerpoint Trail is a 15 minute drive away and offers access to the Big Bluff/Goat Trail. Caution drivers: the road in to the campground is windy and steep. A sign warns against bringing RVs. However there were an enormous bus and tons of horse trailers and campers at the bottom of the hill - braver people than I:) Bathrooms are clean, dimly lit at night presumably to keep bugs out. Each site has a lantern pole, fire ring and picnic table. Lost Valley Trail and shelter are a 10-15 minute drive away. Since it was raining we cooked our dinner in the shelter. Overall a beautiful place with great access to multiple trails as well as river access. Sites are a little close, but if you're fine with having neighbors 20 or so feet away, we highly recommend:)

  • Jane T.
    Apr. 16, 2019

    Erbie Campground — Buffalo National River

    Erbie is a great base for group camping! It is located right by Erbie putin

    Located within a few miles of the horse camp , this site is Aimed more at group camping, there is not as much shade as I’d like to see. It is immediately next to Erbie put in, with walking distance to both the Erbie Ford and the old community of Erbie, which includes several old homes that have been preserved, the old Erbie Church and Cherry Hill cemetery.

    Both cecil Cove Trail and the main Buffalo River trail are right there. With bathrooms and a nice swimming hole, this is a local favorite. The water is seasonal, so ne aware of flash flood risks.

  • B
    Jul. 7, 2021

    Down Home Campgrounds

    Hidden Gem

    This place is a true hidden gem. It is so close to the Buffalo River, Jasper, and Erbie Horse camp. We had such a great weekend with our family! Loved being away from all of the crowds in this secluded area.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 30, 2021

    Bar K Wrangler Camp

    Hey Cowboy

    Open:  year round

    FREE

    FCFS

    Pack it in Pack it out

    LNT

    This a primitive horse camp that is not far off the highway.  It is far enough that it is or  can be quiet.  It is also great for star gazing, hiking, mountain biking and trail rides.  Swan Creek runs along side the camp so you will need to be aware of possible flash floods if you are camped right next to the creek.  There are picnic table, fire ring and a pit toilet.  NO WATER

    BTYFI

    Travel safe

  • T
    Sep. 2, 2019

    Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River

    Needs improvement

    We booked 6 sites of horse camp for Labor Day weekend back in July. They had plenty of time to take care of sites. We got there and the grass was high on all sites. One of the guys with us brought a battery operated weed eater and started to weed eat our area when a park ranger stopped and said we weren’t allowed to weed eat only they are allowed to mow. We asked if they would mow sites and they said NO. The people right down from us on other horse site had to keep horses tied to trailer because weeds were that high you couldn’t get to horse post. One of had brought our RV with horses and were told we weren’t allowed to bring RV even though when we booked it online, it gave us the option to book RV with horses. We usually come to horse camp 5-6 times a year, but think this might be our last time going. Seems they are trying to close down horse camp.. we had reservations on Memorial Day and when we got there it was full of tent campers with NO HORSES but they were allowed to stay there. This place is turning into a joke. You pay $20 a night to get nothing but harassed by the park rangers!!

  • M
    Jun. 1, 2018

    Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River

    Clean, accessible and a great starter site!

    This is a great campsite if you’re wanting to get outdoors, but aren’t quite adventurous to go full-out. You wake up every morning to the sound of the Buffalo River coursing by just a few hundred yards away, and are greeted by the breathtaking view of the bluffs you are surrounded by!

    It has running water, and even a pretty nice public bathroom. Fees are not outrageous, and there is even a site for campers with horses. Overall, it was a great experience, and I’d recommend to all! One thing to consider, however, is to make sure your car has pretty good handling and brakes— as the drive up to the entrance and down to the campsite is steep and curvy (it is paved, though)!

  • W
    Mar. 14, 2017

    Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River

    Buffalo Base Camp

    Steel Creek campground is a beautiful grass savanna orbited by 500 foot bluffs. From the campsites is a short hike through large beautiful hardwood trees. A glorious river of milky blue green waters flows at the base of the bluff around the camp's peninsula. East of Ponca this is the closest area to car/RV camp. This camp is also horse camp friendly. Many trails come through Steel Creek for backpackers, horse trails, and of course canoe/kayakers dock and launch from here. I call this base camp because there are so many trails and historic options in this upper area of the Buffalo. My one and only con is the tent camp area is open to all the other tent campers. In other words your camping side by side. Aside from that its definitely worth it!

Guide to Table Rock Lake

Horse camping near Table Rock Lake in Missouri offers a unique blend of scenic trails and equestrian-friendly amenities, making it a perfect getaway for horse enthusiasts.

Tips for equestrian camping near Table Rock Lake in Missouri

  • At Bar K Wrangler Camp, you'll find spacious areas for your horses, along with a peaceful environment ideal for relaxation.
  • Swan Creek provides great access to trails and a creek, perfect for cooling off after a long ride.
  • Consider visiting Erbie Campground, which offers a variety of hiking trails and is known for its beautiful scenery, making it a great spot for both you and your horse.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy the stunning views and diverse wildlife while riding the trails at Kyles Landing Campground, which is conveniently located near the Buffalo River.
  • Big M is close to Roaring River State Park, offering excellent fishing and hiking opportunities after a day of riding.
  • Take advantage of the nearby trails at Roaring River State Park Campground, where you can explore the beautiful Ozarks on horseback.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like water access and trails

  • Busiek features trails that are perfect for horseback riding, along with picnic areas for a relaxing break.
  • At Bar M Resort & Campground, you can enjoy full hookups and easy access to trails, making it a convenient choice for equestrian campers.
  • Great Escapes RV Resorts Branson offers a family-friendly atmosphere with activities for everyone, while still accommodating horse camping needs.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Table Rock Lake is Roaring River State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 46 reviews.

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