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Best Equestrian Camping near Las Vegas, NV

129 Reviews

You might not think of Las Vegas as an outdoors town, but Nevada is more than just desert and slot machines. Las Vegas is actually the hub city for a large area of public land that many forget about.

The best camping near Las Vegas (and the most well-known) is at the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Lake Mead is quite the popular spot for both RV and tent camping. If you want to day trip to Lake Mead and find free campgrounds nearby, you have BLM land in almost every direction. If you want more traditional accommodations, you have Boulder City or Henderson, NV, just nearby. On the other side of Las Vegas is the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, with more than 100 campsites available.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Las Vegas, Nevada (6)

    1. Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area - Red Rock Campground

    70 Reviews
    Blue Diamond, NV
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (702) 515-5387

    $12 - $80 / night

    "This offers a nice and quick getaway from the city of Las Vegas. You get a better view of tge nightsky and its quiet."

    "This is my favorite location to Camp.

    Campsites are locate at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, an about 20 mile from, The Las Vegas Strip. ..."

    2. Desert Eagle RV Park - Military Only

    18 Reviews
    Nellis Air Force Base, NV
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (702) 643-3060

    "Conveniently located in North Las Vegas..the park has had recent upgrades..well maintained.. clean, nice bath houses."

    "The location is excellent, and the facilities are generally well-maintained and clean."

    3. Las Vegas Bay Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

    20 Reviews
    Nellis Air Force Base, NV
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (702) 293-8906

    "Easy access from Las Vegas, but feels a world away. Lots of big trees and bushes make the campground feel like an oasis. I’ve come out here on holiday weekends and was always able to find a site."

    "We love camping at Las Vegas Bay campground at Lake Mead. The campground is very close to the wash that comes from Lake Las Vegas. Lots of wildlife!! Sites are small."

    4. Blue Tree Group Camp

    8 Reviews
    Mount Charleston, NV
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (702) 515-5400

    "For just being under an hour outside of Las Vegas this campsite met our needs beautifully. It wasn't very crowded when we went in early March. Still had patches of snow on the ground."

    "Small pieces of trash left behind from other people here and there. Some hikes are located very close to camp as well."

    5. Eight Mile Dispersed Camping near Government Wash — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

    12 Reviews
    Henderson, NV
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (702) 293-8906

    "While camping at Lake Mead, you can opt to stay in there campground that has electrical hookups, but we prefer to boondock."

    "You could see the lake and it was gorgeous. This particular spot was free, but you still have to pay the fee to get into Lake Mead."

    6. Road Runner Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

    2 Reviews
    Willow Beach, NV
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (702) 293-8990

    "It’s very isolated and secluded and it surrounded by trees. If you can make it you can camp and have A whole lake to yourself. Huge fish everywhere and cliffs to jump from."

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Las Vegas, NV

129 Reviews of 6 Las Vegas Campgrounds

  • Lance E.
    Oct. 8, 2019

    Las Vegas Bay Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

    Great campground close to LV

    Love this campground. Easy access from Las Vegas, but feels a world away. Lots of big trees and bushes make the campground feel like an oasis. I’ve come out here on holiday weekends and was always able to find a site. Many of them have great views. The sites over looking the wash allow you to hear a river while you sleep! At night I’ve always heard coyotes and owls. Access to Lake Mead is a 15 minute drive away. Restrooms are flush facilities and clean.

  • Bonnie C.
    May. 28, 2020

    Las Vegas Bay Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

    Great Camping

    We love camping at Las Vegas Bay campground at Lake Mead. The campground is very close to the wash that comes from Lake Las Vegas. Lots of wildlife!! Sites are small. RVs larger than 31 ft will have a hard time fitting. This is dry camp only. No hookups or dump station. Portable water is available. Sites are well developed.

  • Chuck T.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 26, 2018

    Desert Eagle RV Park - Military Only

    Awesome park if you are military..

    Conveniently located in North Las Vegas..the park has had recent upgrades..well maintained.. clean, nice bath houses. The older clover leaf sections have larger sites.. perimeter trails are available for dog walking...

  • Becbecandbunny O.
    Mar. 20, 2022

    Blue Tree Group Camp

    Great dispersed camping near Las Vegas

    For just being under an hour outside of Las Vegas this campsite met our needs beautifully. It wasn't very crowded when we went in early March. Still had patches of snow on the ground.

  • Roberto R.
    Aug. 31, 2016

    Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area - Red Rock Campground

    Red Rock

    This is my favorite location to Camp.

    Campsites are locate at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, an about 20 mile from, The Las Vegas Strip. ... Activities at Red Rock Canyon include "hiking, bike riding and rock climbing"

  • Colette K.
    Aug. 26, 2017

    Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area - Red Rock Campground

    Red Rock Canyon Campground, near Las Vegas, NV

    On the edge of beautiful Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. Too bad it's not closer to the canyon, but this is as good as it gets. Clean restrooms, clean sites, modern shade covers with concrete pads & newer picnic tables. Don't come here for the camping, get out and enjoy Red Rock Canyon, one of Las Vegas' best outdoor attractions.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2024

    Las Vegas Bay Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

    So Close, yet So Far

    Quiet beautifully maintained campground with a dump station, portable water, spigots near restrooms and flush toilets. Firings and picnic tables at each site. Very few sites for rigs over 26’. A few larger sites are offered, but be certain to check what size can be accommodated. Most sites are wide enough to park a 26’ trailer and tow vehicle side-by-side. Some vegetation but not much shade. This is the desert! One beautiful trail about a mile and a half long starts behind campsite number 74.Just minutes from the city of Henderson with all the shopping you could ask for and a short distance but LOTS of traffic to the Las Vegas Strip. Hoover Dam is about 30 mins and Valley of Fire 1.3 hours.

  • Colette K.
    Oct. 31, 2018

    Las Vegas Bay Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

    Las Vegas Bay Campground at Lake Mead Nat'l Recreation Area

    The best parts of this campground is that there is cell service, restrooms, and an RV dump station. It's a very dry and sad campground, with no view of the lake as it has receded too far with the low lake levels. It used to be a convenient place to camp close to the Las Vegas Bay Marina. The marina is now closed to docking, but there is dry storage for watercraft. There are also day use facilities: Shaded picnic areas and public restroom. For a campground that doesn't remind you of a ghost town, try Boulder Beach Campground, just south of here.

Guide to Las Vegas

Horse camping in Nevada offers a unique experience for equestrian enthusiasts, combining stunning landscapes with well-equipped facilities for both riders and their horses.

Equestrian campgrounds include Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

  • The Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area - Red Rock Campground allows pets and offers a variety of camping accommodations, making it a great choice for horse campers.
  • This campground features picnic tables and fire rings, providing a comfortable setting for relaxing after a day of riding.
  • With access to hiking trails, equestrian campers can explore the beautiful desert scenery right from their campsite.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find horse camping opportunities near Las Vegas?

For equestrian camping near Las Vegas, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area - Red Rock Campground offers excellent opportunities just 20 miles from the Las Vegas Strip. The surrounding conservation area features trails suitable for horseback riding. Another option is Eight Mile Dispersed Camping near Government Wash — Lake Mead National Recreation Area, where the spacious dispersed camping areas can accommodate horse trailers and provide access to riding trails along the lake's shoreline.

What facilities are available at Las Vegas horse camps?

Horse camps near Las Vegas offer varying levels of amenities. Las Vegas Bay Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area provides potable water, flush toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and a dump station. The sites are separated by oleander trees for privacy, though the campground doesn't offer hookups. Desert Eagle RV Park - Military Only features well-maintained facilities including clean bathhouses and perimeter trails ideal for horse activities, but is restricted to military personnel.

What are the best times of year for horse camping near Las Vegas?

The optimal seasons for horse camping near Las Vegas are spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) when temperatures are moderate and comfortable for both horses and riders. Blue Tree Group Camp, less than an hour from Las Vegas, offers pleasant conditions in early March with occasional snow patches still visible. Summer months (June-August) can be dangerously hot, potentially exceeding 100°F, making it difficult for equestrian activities. Winter camping is possible at Road Runner Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area with milder temperatures, though evening temperatures can drop significantly.

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