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    Horse-friendly camping options are limited near South Dennis, New Jersey. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground, located approximately 50 miles away in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, offers camping accommodations but lacks dedicated horse facilities. The campground provides full hookup sites for RVs, tent camping areas, and cabin options, but does not feature horse corrals or equestrian-specific amenities. The sites are situated on sandy terrain with minimal privacy between camping spots. Campground facilities include bathhouses with showers, laundry facilities, and picnic tables at each site. The campground is divided into north and south sections on either side of the Indian River Inlet.

    Trail riding opportunities are not available directly from Delaware Seashore State Park Campground. The park primarily caters to beach activities, fishing, and water recreation rather than equestrian pursuits. Sites are positioned close together with no shade trees, creating an open environment not ideal for horses. Individual campfire rings are not permitted at sites, with only communal fire pits available in designated areas. The campground's proximity to beaches and tourist destinations like Rehoboth Beach and Bethany Beach makes it popular for general camping, but horse owners would need to seek alternative locations with proper equestrian facilities. Reservations should be made 9-12 months in advance during peak seasons as the campground fills quickly despite not being designed for equestrian use.

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      1. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

      4.0(56)41mi from South Dennis347 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "We stayed in a full hook up site, and we found the campground to be clean, well maintained and so close to the beach."

      "The really great aspect of Delaware Seashore State Park is your close proximity to the water. The park is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, the Indian River, and Indian River Bay."

      from $42 - $425 / night

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      2. Blackbird State Forest Campground - CLOSED TIL FURTHER NOTICE

      4.8(6)47mi from South DennisTents

      "The only thing about this site specifically is the trail was close by so you’d occasionally see people walking by but not enough that it didn’t still feel secluded."

      "I was only one in the forest ATM but saw some hikers occasionally throughout the day walking by."

      from $25 / night

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    • Gail C.
      Sep. 18, 2021

      Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

      Delaware Seashore State Park is a beach friendly, clean & well maintained state park campground

      We stayed in a full hook up site, and we found the campground to be clean, well maintained and so close to the beach. You can walk to the beach from the campground, and the beach has a restaurant, bar, showers, and a nice seating area/hammock seats. The campground itself has no trees, and the sites are a little close together, but it is bearable for access to the beach. There is room to sit outside, large picnic tables and enough private space. We did not use the bathhouses, and my brother in law went to the camp store and reported it was basic, but it is a state park. There is a really nice playground. There are no fires permitted at the sites, but there is a communal fire pit (may be more than one - not sure). We were at the South Park location. It is very close to Rehobeth the town and surrounding areas.

    • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 25, 2021

      Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

      Decent campground

      The really great aspect of Delaware Seashore State Park is your close proximity to the water. The park is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, the Indian River, and Indian River Bay. The park has two separate campgrounds divided by the Indian River Inlet. We stayed at the southern campground but both are similar with regards to the hook-ups, sites, and proximity to the water. Both campgrounds are wide open with no shade. Pads are paved but patios and area between sites is sandy with a little bit of grass. If you don’t like sand, this is not the place for you. 

      We were there in April so it wasn’t very crowded and temperatures were cool so we didn’t mind the lack of shade. Some campsites are open year-round and can accommodate various camping units from tents to 45’ RVs offering back-ins and pull thrus. Roads are fairly narrow and paved campsites barely fit big rigs as we had just a few feet to spare but were able to park the car in the sand/grass so it was not a problem. Most campsites have 30- and 50-amp electric, and water and sewer hook-ups. There are also no hook-up and tent sites. There are bathhouses with free showers scattered throughout the park and laundry facilities. Since we were there in the off-season only one bathhouse was open. There are no fire pits at your site but two community fire pits are located on the outskirts of the campground. Our over the air antenna picked up a dozen or so television channels and we had no problem getting cell or internet service with our Verizon phone. 

      Full hook-up sites range from $30-$55/night depending on if you are a resident and what day of the week you are there. No hook-up sites are available from $25-$50/night and tent sites range from $20-$35/night. We inquired about a senior discount and received it after a phone call to them. The south campground is about a half mile from the ocean access where there are two full-service restaurants(which were both closed when we were there). The beach is wide and great for walking on and dogs are permitted during certain times of the year. If you like to fish this is a great place for surf fishing in the Atlantic and bank fishing in the Inlet River. If you have personal watercraft, there is access to the marsh and bay directly from the park. 

      Near the north campground is a full-service marina with a bait and tackle shop, fish and seafood sales, and a short hiking trail. Just up the road is the Indian River Life Saving Station with a visitor center, museum and gift shop. Continue on up to the road and you will pass through the small town of Dewey Beach. Keep going another mile or so and you enter Rehoboth Beach where you will find everything you need(and don’t need). Rehoboth Beach is a typical beach town with everything from t-shirts to taffy and a mile-long boardwalk. If you are a beer lover there are plenty of breweries to choose from ranging from the smaller craft breweries like the Dewey Beer Company to the larger producer Dogfish Head..

    • M
      May. 5, 2019

      Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

      Not for the tent folk

      The campsite is right next to a loud highway and you cannot hear the waves that are so close by. There are no trees and no privacy between sites. This campground is clearly made for the RV fishermen, not for tent folk.

    • Annemarie R.
      Oct. 1, 2020

      Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

      Walking distance to the beach!!!

      This campground is split into 2 sides . The south side offers tent camping , and the north side offers RV camping . We pitched tents on the south side but also drove to the north side to park and check out the beach view . As long as you have your parking pass for the campground you can park on either sides and explore or fish . The plus side to this place is the beach is very close and in walking distance . We found tons of pretty sea shells . The downside is there are no trees around any of the camping sites , so you have no shade what so ever ! There are no fire pits at any of the campsites so you can’t have fires at your site . We were a bit disappointed about that . There is a community campsite as you enter the campground that anyone is free to use . The sites are close together and exposed . The bridge over the inlet lights up pretty colors at night and is very beautiful! It’s fairly close to stores . We had to drive about 15 minutes to the closest grocery store . I did forget to mention you are right next to the highway so it can be a bit noisy at night . It’s definitely worth it to check this place out !

    • Joe R.
      Mar. 23, 2025

      Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

      Windy!

      We got a site to stay on our way through to OBX. We booked and arrived after hours, which wasn’t an issue as they were like 3% occupied. Sites were pretty level (within 2 inches) and had centrally located bathhouse. We were at the north campground. The winds were nuts and over 50mph. We switched sites to spare our slide side, so caution to look at windy before going. The views of the bridge were amazing. The noise of the coast guard waking up is alarming, but neat. It was trumpets and sounded like a horse race at 7am!

    • Laure D.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 15, 2022

      Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

      Fair weather friend

      Our first time camping here was in 2019 and we loved it! The weather that time was perfect! Last year and this year, the weather was terrible. This year it rained and was cold. Fire pits are not allowed at your site and the wind is such that you can’t sit outside when it’s chilly. The campground itself is nice. Full hookups, walking distance or short drive to 2 restaurants, though neither is dog friendly, walk to beach and also a dog beach. If the weather cooperates and you love the beach, this might be for you! Otherwise, skip it and find something inland. Site 235 was and end site with views of the bridge, at least when the fog lifted there was a nice view. Close to Bethany Beach, Dewey Beach, Rehoboth Beach, Fenwick, Lewes, and Ocean City isn’t too far away.

    • Emily M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Nov. 7, 2022

      Blackbird State Forest Campground - CLOSED TIL FURTHER NOTICE

      Nice and secluded

      The only thing about this site specifically is the trail was close by so you’d occasionally see people walking by but not enough that it didn’t still feel secluded. Nice hikes in the area, great weekend!

    • R
      Aug. 4, 2021

      Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

      Love being steps away from the inlet

      Camping here you need to know up front there is next to no shade,no campfires (there's a communal site for a fire. But I loved being in walking distance to the beach. I saw numerous dolphins at the inlet

    • Laure D.The Dyrt PRO User
      Nov. 12, 2021

      Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

      Beach area camping

      Delaware Seashore SP

      This was our 2nd trip to this campground. We were with 2 other couples. Two of us stayed north side in RVs and one couple stayed on south side in a tent. This trip had a lot of wind. It was almost hard to sit outside. The weather was sunny but cooler than we’d hoped. Our site faced the inlet and bridge which was beautiful but again with the wind we couldn’t sit outside much. There are no trees, or very few, to block wind or sun. The other couple camped next to us and when we sat outside their RV, our RV blocked some of the wind. These two sites were spacious and gave us a lot of room to spread out and set up corn hole. No campfires are permitted at individual sites. The bathhouse was clean. We walked our dog to the dog beach area on the north side and down to the marina where there is a restaurant. The south side area has access to the beach for swimming and a restaurant with amazing views. Fishing is allowed with a license and you can fish right in the inlet across the campground road from the RV site. You can also fish at the north side dog beach. The campground was at full capacity and getting a reservation on the north side requires a year lead time if you want a site with a view and several months lead time for other sites. There is no last minute reserving at this campground. Locally you can choose between several beaches and small towns with boardwalks, restaurants, and entertainment

    Guide to South Dennis

    For equestrian enthusiasts seeking horse campgrounds near South Dennis, New Jersey, options require some travel from the immediate area. The coastal region features sandy terrain with limited tree cover at most campgrounds. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F, while spring and fall offer milder conditions in the 60-70°F range with less humidity and fewer crowds.

    What to do

    Beach riding opportunities: Delaware Seashore State Park Campground doesn't permit horseback riding directly from the campsite, but the surrounding area offers beach activities and fishing. "The campsite is great, and very close to the beach. The amenities are pretty solid overall, which is nice too. I love this area in general, and had come here plenty of times before actually camping at this site," notes Sam D. from Delaware Seashore State Park Campground.

    Explore nearby boardwalks: When staying at coastal campgrounds, visiting nearby tourist destinations provides entertainment options. "You are close to rehobeth broadwalk or ocean city. The fishing is great also," shares Dawn T., highlighting activities beyond the campground itself.

    Hiking and nature observation: Some forest campgrounds offer trail systems suitable for day hikes. At Blackbird State Forest Campground, "there are plenty of hiking trails in the state forest, complete with mushrooms, and deer-hunting-stands," according to D R., though the site notes it is currently closed until further notice.

    What campers like

    Privacy between sites: While Delaware Seashore lacks site separation, some nearby alternatives offer more seclusion. At Blackbird State Forest Campground, campers appreciate the space: "Only 8 sites in the campground, very spaced apart. Each site has lots of room, very much enjoyed our stay and will return!" reports Sarah M.

    Beach access: The proximity to water remains a major draw for many visitors. "Ocean was a short 5 minute walk from our campsite—along with a playground and delicious restaurant (that even served vegan food!)," notes Gayle B. from Delaware Seashore State Park.

    Clean facilities: Despite the challenges of maintaining facilities near the ocean, campers appreciate well-kept amenities. "Reasonably clean, especially being so close to the ocean," notes Lee D. about the bath/shower houses, though they mention "No garbage receptacle which was slightly annoying."

    What you should know

    Limited shade options: Most coastal campgrounds near South Dennis offer minimal tree cover. "Flat, large sites. Typically windy and no shade," reports Polly D. about Delaware Seashore State Park Campground.

    Potential for flooding: Coastal and low-lying areas can experience water issues during heavy rain. Nicole S. warns that at Delaware Seashore, "it does flood in the rain."

    Wind considerations: Coastal locations experience significant wind that can affect camping comfort. "The winds were nuts and over 50mph. We switched sites to spare our slide side, so caution to look at windy before going," advises Joe R.

    Tips for camping with families

    Bay versus ocean beaches: For those with children, choosing the right water access matters. "We like the bay side for the kids no waves," recommends Rich E., highlighting a calmer option for families with young children.

    Playground amenities: Some campgrounds offer play areas for children. "The playground is large and modern," notes Lee D., providing an activity option beyond beach time for families staying at Delaware Seashore State Park Campground.

    Group camping potential: For family reunions or multiple families camping together, some areas accommodate larger groups. Nicole S. shares, "Took a group of 20 tent camping here and it went great! Have done it for multiple years now and every time it is a great experience."

    Tips from RVers

    Site dimensions: RV campers should verify site sizes before booking. One camper at Delaware Seashore notes, "Sites were a bit tight; I believe online it says they're 45x30 but I find that hard to believe. Our trailer is almost 38 feet and we only had a little room left over."

    Hookup availability: Full-service sites are available but limited in the region. "Full hook up sites and pull-through," reports William H., though he cautions about seasonal conditions: "The only negative was how bad it smelled from all the dead horseshoe crabs!"

    Advance booking required: Popular RV sites fill quickly, especially during peak seasons. "We booked and arrived after hours, which wasn't an issue as they were like 3% occupied," notes Joe R. about an off-peak visit, suggesting flexibility for last-minute trips during shoulder seasons.

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near South Dennis, NJ is Delaware Seashore State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 56 reviews.

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