Best Equestrian Camping near Pray, MT
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Pray, MT (21)
1. Langohr Campground
Gallatin Gateway, Montana11 Reviews•26 Photos•149 SavesOverview
Langohr Campground is located in scenic Hyalite Canyon on the Bozeman Ranger District of the Gallatin National Forest. It is located just 12 miles south of Bozeman, Mont. The surrounding area offers many outdoor recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking and climbing.
Recreation
Hyalite Creek provides great fishing for Yellowstone cutthroat, Arctic grayling and brook trout. Many hiking trails can be found in Hyalite Canyon.
Natural Features
The campground sits next to Hyalite Creek, at an elevation of 6,200 feet. Most campsites are situated in open meadows along the creek. Some are located among scattered pine and fir trees.
Nearby Attractions
Hyalite Reservoir is just 3.5 miles from the campground. The scenic 206-acre lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing, fishing, hiking, climbing and picnicking. The popular Hyalite Peak Trail begins near the reservoir. The 7.5-mile one-way trail gains 3,450 feet in elevation as is climbs past numerous waterfalls to beautiful Hyalite Lake and Peak.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (406) 522-2520.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
$52 - $60 / night
2. VangoBoon
Bozeman, Montana5 Reviews•7 Photos•11 SavesWelcome to our campground! We have a variety of options that should suit just about anyone. We are near Yellowstone National Park as well as Bozeman, MT which offers all types of recreational opportunities e.g. hiking, fishing, climbing, skiing, cycling and running trails.
VanGoBoon is the perfect "Pull-in for the Night" as well as week-long stays! Most of our sites are SELF-CONTAINED. We have 2 sites that have electric and water hookups. (20,30,50amp)
On site we have horseshoes, frisbee golf, and corn toss. We mostly offer dry campsites for overnight stays for vans. Most sites are on concrete slabs so they are level and the property has grass areas with trees as well.
FYI: Great site if you like trains! An important part of Montana’s commerce is transportation by rail so there will be some highway and train noise.
Private spots between trees but near freeway for easy access. Our 2 horses have been a favorite with young campers along with the open yet private campsites! We look forward to welcoming you!
Showers are for cabin rentals only.
- Pets
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
- Tents
$25 - $195 / night
3. Eagle Creek Campground
Gardiner, Montana5 Reviews•17 Photos•43 SavesEagle Creek Campground is located 2 miles northeast of the town of Gardiner on Jardine Road and approximately 55 miles south of the city of Livingston along scenic HWY 89 S. At an elevation of 6100 feet, the campground overlooks Yellowstone National Park's majestic peaks. This 16-site campground has gravel roads with unpaved sites that accommodate a maximum of 48’ RVs. The Yellowstone River Trailhead is also located within this campground. Vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, and horse corrals are provided to the public. There are no hook-ups available.
Eagle Creek campground offers 16 sites for use by RV or tents. 14 sites are single sites, two sites are double sites. Two sites are first come first serve and are located adjacent to horse corrals. Not all sites are level. There are no hook-ups available. There is no water or sewer dump located close to the campground. Food storage restrictions are in effect from March 1st through December 1st. Bear boxes are located at each site to store food and other bear attractants.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
$15 - $30 / night
4. Yellowstone Dreamin Camp
Emigrant, Montana1 Review•79 Photos•2 SavesWe are a unique retreat set in Paradise Valley Montana. Surrounded by stunning mountains and conveniently located 30 miles from Yellowstone National Park. Stay in a canvas tent under the Montana Big Sky on an exclusive glamping site. Settle in for some activities camp style or adventure out to many surrounding locations for fun and in what Montana has to offer.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Group
$250 - $425 / night
5. Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp
Livingston, Montana4 Reviews•21 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Equestrian
6. Mystic Lake Cabin
Bozeman, Montana1 Review•26 SavesOverview
Mystic Lake Cabin was built in 1930 and is currently open year-round. It provides access to a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, hunting and exploration of numerous trails. The cabin is located in a non-motorized area. Guests must be prepared to hike, horseback ride or mountain bike to get there in the summer, and winter access is by cross-country skis or snowshoes. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
Recreation
New World Gulch Trail and Bozeman Creek Trail are just a couple of the multi-use trails in the area for hikers, equestrians, mountain bikers, skiers and snowshoers. The Mystic Lake Loop is popular with mountain bikers. Anglers can fish for brook, rainbow and cutthroat trout in Mystic Lake. Hunting opportunities are good in the fall.
Natural Features
The cabin is tucked into a stand of pines near the southeastern shore of Mystic Lake, at an elevation of about 6,400 feet. The landscape surrounding Mystic Lake includes meadows that fill with wildflowers in the summer, as well as evergreen forest and the peaks of the Gallatin Range. Visitors may spot one of the resident black or grizzly bears, moose, elk or mule deer. Several bird species also inhabit the area.
- Reservable
- Equestrian
- Cabins
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Toilets
$65 / night
7. West Boulder Trailhead and Campground
Mcleod, Montana1 Review•17 Photos•11 SavesA campground in the west boulder area on the Yellowstone District. Open all year. Access is limited during the fall and winter due to snow. Access road not suitable for vehicles longer than 20'. This campground does not use a reservation system, it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. Be aware the campground may fill up on weekends & holidays during the summer months and you should arrive in the early afternoon to ensure there is a space available for the night.
- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Group
- Equestrian
- Standard (Tent/RV)
$12 / night
8. Windy Pass Cabin
Big Sky, Montana1 Review•3 Photos•8 SavesOverview
Windy Pass Cabin was built in 1934. It provides a rustic mountain retreat with few amenities, so guests need to bring most of their own supplies and gear to make their experience comfortable and enjoyable. The cabin is available from June 16th through October 14th each year. It is accessible via a 2.5-mile hike or horseback ride up the Windy Pass Trail with an elevation gain of 1,300 feet.
Recreation
The Windy Pass Trail passes by the cabin and takes hikers and equestrians along the ridge and down through the Gallatin Range. Several other trails crisscross the area, including the Gallatin Crest Trail. Hunting in designated areas is also a popular activity.
Natural Features
Windy Pass Cabin is located near the Gallatin Crest at approximately 8,900 feet in the Gallatin Mountains. A small stream flows just below it. High alpine meadows dotted with evergreens surround the cabin and fill with colorful wildflowers in July. A short walk to the top of the Gallatin Crest offers views of the distant snow-dusted peaks of the Absarokas and the Yellowstone River to the east and the Madison Range to the west. Grizzly bear, gray wolf, mountain lion, deer, elk, moose, bighorn sheep and the Canada lynx are some of the wildlife that inhabit this area. Birders may see a wide variety of bird species.
- Reservable
- Group
- Equestrian
- Cabins
- Trash
- Toilets
$55 / night
10. Halfmoon Campground
Melville, Montana10 Reviews•49 Photos•155 SavesA campground in the east crazy mountains on the__Yellowstone District.__Camp sites: 12Maps: Halfmoon Campground Map (527 KB)Accessible Facilities:Toilet6 SitesTrash Pickup: NoFirewood: NoNo Reservations:This campground does not use a reservation system, it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. Be aware the campground may fill up on weekends & holidays during the summer months and you should arrive in the early afternoon to ensure there is a space available for the night.Information:Livingston Office5242 Hwy 89.Livingston, MT 59047(406) 222-1892
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- Tents
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- Equestrian
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Drinking Water
Recent Equestrian Reviews in Pray
61 Reviews of 21 Pray Campgrounds
Tristan S.
Traveler
Taylor Fork Road Dispersed
Easy Access Campground
This is a fantastic campground with lots of empty sites along Taylor Creek. The site I stayed at had a fire pit with lots of room to setup a tent or camper if you’re interested. Lots of distance between each campsite and again, a pretty valley view with a beautiful creek.
- ddonaldwirtz
Scout
Spanish Lakes
Beautiful lake
I visited this lake last week. I love it and slope game. The water is pristine and visually appealing with no obstructions like stumps or logs, as mentioned earlier. The lake underwent complete drainage and dredging. It has been populated with eight different types of fish. I recently reeled in two bass weighing 2-3 pounds each. My wife has successfully caught numerous quality channel catfish. This lake is quite lovely. However, the landing area is shallow, restricting the launch of large bass boats.
- PPrudence T.Scout
Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp
Train Whistle
Beautiful spot by the Yellowstone River. Train whistles woke us up four times.
Cody K.ScoutTaylor Fork Road Dispersed
Beautiful Site
We stayed one night on our way back from Yellowstone. My RTT was perfect for this. There was a small corral for horses and plenty of room for a horse trailer and truck.
- ttommieScout
Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp
Good
Nice and quiet, lots of room
Damira G.Scout
VangoBoon
Not great for the price
This place seems to be nicer than nearby campsites, but stinky toilets with no toilet paper, outdoor shower with cold water for $54 for a small camper was quite disappointing. Trains and highway noises are extremely loud as others mentioned
- EEdward R.Traveler
Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp
Good spot above
There’s a spot down by the water that someone took with a tent who we let by us. We took a spot just above before you drive down to the water. I wasn’t sure if I could turn around my 20’ travel trailer down by the water. Very buggy.
owen T.
GuidePig Farm Fishing Access Camp
Fishing access site. No developed sites. State of Montana lands .
Rough camp. No amenities. Not large enough for motor home. But ok for pull camper. First come first serve. Looking for that free spot. Between the hotels and hassle.
- KKristinGuide
West Bridger Cabin
Early Season Start
Stayed one night late March. The road in wasn’t terrible, a little rutted past the gate up to the cabin, but easy enough to manage. It was quite cold when we arrived, and we started a fire pretty quickly. The cabin has an electric stove, small fridge and freezer, and a couple small lamps and even a toaster and coffee maker. The cabin is quite drafty and we struggled to keep it warm. We pinned a sheet up in the doorway to keep the heat contained in the sleeping area, and that helped considerably.
- CCarsonGuide
Halfmoon Campground
Great spot kinda busy
2 different amounts written on the board so I had no idea what the overnight charge was.
- SSara V.Traveler
Eagle Creek Campground
Great location but be prepared for no privacy!r
This campground did the job. We wanted to stay close to Yellowstone and it was pretty cheap… it was packed though. I’m sure everything is in the area during august though. Our site was also supposed to have a bear box and it didn’t. It would have been helpful but it wasn’t a huge deal. The campground host was really awesome though and was so helpful. The bathrooms were super clean!
Erik B.GuideVangoBoon
Pull in for the night - just off highway
Clean and flat pull up spots. If you’re ok with road noise and don’t want the “window knock” on your Campervan then this is a option for the night.
- SScott B.Traveler
VangoBoon
Cool spot with horses but very loud.
We came in late and it was already dark. That may have contributed to the confusion in where to go when we first got there, but once we were there it was fine. Not a lot of privacy between spots but to pull in, set up camp and leave the next day it was worth it.
We LOVED visiting with the horses and they were very friendly and did not even mind when our dogs barked at them.
Biggest negative is that you can hear all the highway noise and trucks like to jake-break in this area. On the other side of the highway there were railroad tracks. The train blew its horn through this area ‘frequently and when it stopped you could hear all the train cars smashing together. This woke me up a couple times throughout the night but otherwise fine.
There is a pit toilet, with hand sanitizer.
We camped in a tent with our 2 dogs and young toddler.
William C.ScoutEagle Creek Campground
A close-to-Yellowstone oasis for tenters and pickup campers
Stayed here for two nights in late June, to facilitate visits to Yellowstone. Chose site 7, which is on a cul-de-sac so is the most private and secluded of the sites. Most sites are out in the open and close to other sites. Creek ran within a few feet of our site, and we were screened by aspen trees. Great views! Very quiet, no problem with misbehaving campers. Decent outhouse. No water, and you must pack out your trash. Bear lockers are provided for you to secure your food and other "smellies" away from bears (this is grizzly country). Access road is steep and rough. Unfortunately, generators are allowed but luckily no one near us was using a generator when we were there. The vibe was relaxed and low-key. We reserved this site online (recreation.gov) six months in advance. They sent us reminders several times. Apparently, some bozos reserve a site and then don't show up.
- Angie B.Guide
Spanish Creek Picnic Area
Very quiet and beautiful!
I had a bison run after my car on the way in...that was exciting! 😆 The road in had breathtaking scenery. The campsites were easily accessible near the trailheads. It was extremely quiet and peaceful the whole time I was there.
Dylan R.TravelerVangoBoon
Overall great campground
The hosts were very friendly and passionate about the up keep of their land. They were very flexible with check in and check out times and are pet friendly. Would definitely consider staying here again next time we visit the Bozeman area.
- TTed A.Traveler
VangoBoon
Only place open before April 1
Ended up here on a winter site that had electric but no water or bathroom facilities (I knew this). Site was plowed and I had plenty of room for my pickup with GFC camper to fit. Site was easy to find and despite all the snow was plowed for me. There are only two site that are available before April 1 so this was a convenient place to stay right near Bozeman for a night. Cost about $50. Could have stayed in a Walmart, but prefer to only put the rooftop tent up in proper campsites so this worked out well for me.
- DDavid P.Guide
Langohr Campground
Creekside
Camping on a Thursday in Sept. many sites available. Picnic table, fire ring and the peaceful sound of the creek flowing by!!! Sounds like weekends this place fills up with reservations. Some water. Firewood at camp host until the 25th.
Chi M.ScoutSpanish Lakes
Yellow Lake Erie
Lake Michigan Anna Abor 🙌 so you are a beautiful 😍 Holidays
- JJulie R.Traveler
Halfmoon Campground
Glacier like views without crowd
This is a 4wd road so don’t try to drag a trailer in here but it is a lovely campground with abundant hiking.
- NN I.
Legend
West Boulder Trailhead and Campground
Primitive But a Mountain High
Pack it in Pack it out
FCFS
Open all year
Sites: 10 Fees: $12.00 $5.00 for additional vehicle LIMIT: 16 day One bear box, picnic table on some sites, fire ring. The gravel road in is very long and the last several miles the road narrows and it is rather bumpy. Nice size trailhead just as you turn into the campground. The pit toilet is right at the entrance and the toilet was very clean. The campground has been bush hogged and the sites are mowed so to speak. Some sites had amenities and some didn't. I would not make the trip unless I am bringing my horses for the trail. Some sites had full sun, and some sites shade. The backdrop of the mountains is just beautiful.
Directions: 16 miles south of Big Timber, MT on US 298, 6.5 miles SW on County Road 30, 8 miles SW on West Boulder Road. Access is limited due to snow. Bring your supplies with you since it is so far back into the camp.
Pack it in, Pack it out,
LNT BTYFI
Travel safe
- ddavid C.Guide
Halfmoon Campground
Awesome drive in
We actually didn’t get to stay here because it was closed due to fires but got to drive all the way to the gate. The drive in is amazing up a valley into a beautiful valley. I’m sure it would be a cool place to stay
vickiGuideHalfmoon Campground
Only stayed one night but will be back!
Beautiful area with amazing views. The camp sites looked well kept and the bathrooms were decent. We were just passing through so only stayed one night but we will definitely be back. The road to get to the campground was slick with snow and we needed to put Chains on our promaster van. A little bumpy bit nothing too crazy! You have to go through one gate that has a private property sign next to it, but that property is off the main road. Keep going up the road and you will find the loop of campsites.
Kristin K.Guide
Meyers Creek Cabin
Mountain views
The cabin was great. Beds were comfortable, had all dishware needed plus cleaning supplies. If you have horses bring long hose. The hydrant is located about 115 away, no water tanks. It is located at the start of a trail. You will have a small amount of traffic
- CCallie B.
Ranger
Emerald Lake Campground
Busy Site on the way to Mystic Lake
Lots of campsites most in the woods with only a few next to the creek between the two lakes. I got there on Saturday at 3 pm and there were only 2 spots open. With the final gone within 30 minutes. Bathroom are a little far from the sites and don’t smell great but most of the sites have campers or RVs with many people spending the night to hike up to mystic or kayak in emerald lake.
- CCallie B.Ranger
Halfmoon Campground
Good Location Bad Roads
Decent location at the start of the trailhead right next to a creek but the sites aren’t close enough to see the water, just hear it. Showed up at about 4pm on a Friday with more than half of the sites still open but they did fill up by around 7pm. Road in is gravel for about 16 miles with the last 4 having vehicle crawl. If you go more than 10 miles an hour in this section you will probably pop a tire and should definitely have 4x4 and high clearance.
- Dexter I.Legend
Eagle Creek Campground
Remote camping feel just outside Gardiner and Yellowstone NP
Eagle Creek campground is a nice small 16 site campground a few miles above Gardiner Montana and only a few minutes from the Yellowstone entrance. Getting to the campground requires a steep 2 mile drive which the road recommends 4 wheel drive for to help with the incline and to prevent washboard. Sites sit in a grassy open area with willows and other small trees and bushes around the edge. Small creek runs along the campground. Site #1 would the site to get it you can, out of view from the rest of camp and has two picnic tables. The site has a vault toilet. All sites have a metal fire ring and picnic table. Bear proof food lockers for food storage at most sites. No water or trash service. I filtered water from the creek. Their is a horse Corral adjacent to campground. Campground was nice and quiet at night with great view of the night sky. No cell service.
Guide to Pray
Horse camping in Montana offers a unique opportunity to explore the stunning landscapes while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With a variety of campgrounds catering to horse campers, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and hit the trails.
Equestrian campgrounds include essential amenities
- At Eagle Creek Campground, you'll find a horse corral adjacent to the campground, making it convenient for equestrian campers.
- West Boulder Trailhead and Campground features a well-maintained pit toilet and picnic tables, ensuring a comfortable stay for you and your horses.
- The Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp offers a rustic experience with no developed sites, perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in nature.
Equestrian campers like these nearby activities
- Enjoy scenic rides and breathtaking views at Eagle Creek Campground, which is just a few minutes from the Yellowstone entrance.
- The trails around West Boulder Trailhead and Campground are ideal for horseback riding, with beautiful mountain backdrops and well-maintained paths.
- Mystic Lake Cabin provides access to hiking trails that are perfect for exploring the surrounding wilderness with your horse.
Tips for equestrian camping near Pray, Montana
- Make sure to reserve your spot at Eagle Creek Campground well in advance, especially during peak season, as it can fill up quickly.
- Bring your own water for your horses, as many campgrounds, like West Boulder Trailhead and Campground, do not provide water hookups.
- Always pack out what you pack in to keep the campgrounds clean and enjoyable for everyone, especially at rustic spots like Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Pray, MT is Langohr Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 11 reviews.
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