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    Bear Spring Mountain Campground in Downsville accommodates horses at its established camping area. The state facility includes drinking water, electric hookups, and fire rings at campsites suitable for both tents and RVs. Horses are permitted throughout the property with specific areas designated for equestrian use. The campground features standard picnic tables and restroom facilities with showers. The smell of horses may be noticeable in certain areas of the campground due to regular equestrian activity. Reservations are recommended, particularly during peak season from mid-May through late August. The camping area provides both 30-amp and 50-amp hookups for RVs, making it accessible for horse trailers with living quarters.

    Trail access directly from the campground connects riders to miles of forest paths throughout the Catskill region. Bear Spring Mountain offers extensive hiking and horseback riding opportunities with numerous established trails winding through wooded terrain. Water access is available at Launt Pond, where horses can drink after trail rides. The campground serves as an excellent base for exploring the surrounding wilderness areas. Riders particularly appreciate the natural water sources and well-maintained paths. While there are no dedicated horse corrals mentioned in the facility information, the campground welcomes equestrians with their mounts. Visitors report endless hiking possibilities through dense forests with beautiful streams throughout the property. Standard campground rules apply, including proper management of horse waste and adherence to designated equestrian areas.

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    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Oxford (4)

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      1. Charles E. Baker State Forest

      4.5(2)24mi from OxfordTents

      "Only found one designated campsite, which was available, but there’s a lot of good space for dispersed camping right nearby. Access at the end of a long, but well maintained, dirt road."

      "Beautiful forest with miles of trails. I found this spot passing through on my bike and had no problem pitching a tent in a secluded spot in the woods."

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      2. Bear Spring Mountain — DEC

      4.4(7)35mi from Oxford35 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Went here with some friends who had never been outside NYC before. They were absolutely blown away. For me, it was a nice site but not exceptional. Bring or rent a kayak!"

      "I drove to NYC for a business trip and ended up driving 1 and a half hour to reach this place. I always carry a tent in the back of my trunk and decided to go camping."

      from $18 - $40 / night

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      3. The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone

      4.9(10)46mi from OxfordRVs

      "For activities, there are some great hikes around the campground, as well as excellent playgrounds, fishing, an awesome pool, and of course, free shuttle rides to the Turning Stone Casino right up the"

      "Convenient to the highway with 24 hour shuttles to the casino 5 minutes away, yet quiet and beautifully maintained."

      from $65 - $75 / night

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      4. Artisan Hill Farm & Studio

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      from $20 - $40 / night

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    • Amber A.
      Jul. 31, 2016

      Bear Spring Mountain — DEC

      Classic catskills

      Went here with some friends who had never been outside NYC before. They were absolutely blown away. For me, it was a nice site but not exceptional. Bring or rent a kayak! There is some pretty serious hiking on site and nearby. There was a lot of horse activity but I don’t know if you can hire them here. Lots of wildlife! There are two areas for camping, check out both though one smells kind of like a barn. Site was typical of state park campgrounds, all up to expectations. Obey bear rules!

    • k
      Jun. 17, 2016

      Bear Spring Mountain — DEC

      Bear spring

      I drove to NYC for a business trip and ended up driving 1 and a half hour to reach this place. I always carry a tent in the back of my trunk and decided to go camping. This campsite isn't the best but is still good. Thee is horses so you will smell them. There is a lake, grills restrooms and showers. This is one of the more fancy campsites and is definitely worth it for only 18 dollars. You can also do short day hikes

    • Madeleine W.
      Sep. 24, 2018

      Shady Pines Camp at CBG Farm - CLOSED

      Beautiful spot for relaxing

      I stayed at Charles’ farm with a friend of mine. We had a great time! Charles was there to greet us, he was a little quiet in the beginning but we had a great chat. We bought some kabob meat from him and cooked it up on the fire pit with some corn for dinner. There isn’t a heap to do once you’re on the actual farm, but if you want a place to walk through pastures, relax, watch the sunset, see the stars, and be outside, this is the place for you. There are fish in the pond, but we didn’t do any fishing this time so I’m not sure if you have to bring your own gear or not. Make sure you bring long pants if you want to walk through the back pasture to avoid burrs in your legs! We pitched our tent near the pond next to the cabin. It was a great spot with a fire pit right there, plenty of wood provided, a lovely bench to watch the sunset from. The outhouse is small but functional. After we left the farm we went and picked apples at nearby Deer Run Farm. Overall we had a wonderful time. Thank you Charles for having us!

    • M
      Aug. 23, 2018

      The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone

      Very nice high-end camp resort for RV's and full timers or weekend warriors

      This is a nice campground. I mean really nice. Very well thought out. All sites are full hookups (i think) and paved. Definitely geared towards the RV or trailer crowd.

      Very well kept up, bathrooms are very modern and well stocked. Staff are attentive and useful, and they operate a great store with lots of options.

      For activities, there are some great hikes around the campground, as well as excellent playgrounds, fishing, an awesome pool, and of course, free shuttle rides to the Turning Stone Casino right up the street.

      The only real negatives would be the proximity to some railroad tracks, which can be somewhat active and very audible in some spots (you'll want to stay towards the south / front of the park if this kind of thing bothers you). That and some sites aren't that close to a bath house, so if you're not planning on duecing in your box, you might be looking at a longer walk than others based on where your site is.

    • Lena L.
      Aug. 28, 2018

      Shady Pines Camp at CBG Farm - CLOSED

      A backpacking experience without having to backpack!

      This is a gorgeous environment! I’ll start by saying that when we go back, we’ll throw all of our stuff into our packs so that we can walk in all in. Kind of like the shortest backpacking trip! I actually think this would be the perfect environment for someone who wants to test their skills staying ‘alone’ in the ‘backcountry’ without really being either. It’s a nice in between for those who are looking for more solitude than the average campground provides but without having to hike into a back country site.

      When you arrive at CBG farm, Charlie (and if you’re lucky, his friendly dog Drift) will meet you at the meat store and then show you the way (a 2 minute drive around the corner) to the Shady Pines camp. You’ll park in the grass across from cornfields, and then ride with Charlie around a path through the woods and fields to check out the sites. We chose to stay near the “lake”, a pond that Charlie put in, and stocks wth fish.

      It’s a gorgeous spot. We set up a hammock, put our tent out in the field, used the wooden table to cook our dinner, and made a fire. The cows were nearby and we could occasionally hear them mooing, but a friend asked if it smelled like cows, and it really doesn’t! It actually smells like apples. You can still hear a few cars drive by but they’re mostly drowned out by the crickets.

      Theres a cabin and an outhouse a short walk away, and an incredible outdoor kitchen that we didn’t need to use but would love to grill some burgers next time we go.

      We truly loved this spot and can’t wait to bring some friends next time! Anyone in the Central NY area needing a night away should check out Shady Pines!

    • r
      Aug. 12, 2018

      Shady Pines Camp at CBG Farm - CLOSED

      Rustic and beautiful

      After meeting up with the owner we went down to the parking area. A dirt trail and park on the side in the grass. You have to walk in about 2 minutes on a trail. The owner has a golf cart with a small wagon and transported our stuff to the campsite and back when we left…he was really nice and very helpful.the trail opened to open grassy areas with surrounding trees where we pitched our tent…a small table and fire ring w grate provided. Also firewood.you get water back up at the barn but the owner was nice and brought us a 5 gal. Jug. Pond stocked with fish…catch and release. We caught some nice bass and bullhead…kids had a blast. Past the pond is the cabin with sitting spots and an open cement fire stove and oven also a fire pit. Theres an outhouse behind the cabin w a seat over a bucket w chemicals…papertowels tp hand sanitizer and disenfectant wipes nicely provided. We did have cellphone signals. Overall a really nice spot to relax and commune w nature.

    • April L.
      Apr. 4, 2019

      The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone

      Beautiful

      Convenient to the highway with 24 hour shuttles to the casino 5 minutes away, yet quiet and beautifully maintained. Offers a pool, playground, hiking trail, fishing pond, paddleboat rentals, camp store, very clean bath houses throughout, maintained sites, fire rings at each site and organized in loops to offer wooded and full sun sites depending on what you are looking for. Visited at least once a year since 2016 with our most recent visit being June 2018. Hoping to visit again this season.

    • Carl G.
      May. 27, 2023

      The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone

      Great weekend

      Turning Stone is well maintained with nice sites. Memorial day weekend the weather is beautiful spring weather. All full hook up sites from full sun to full shade. Been coming here for 25 + years. There is the casino, dining, golf course and more near by.

    • Sarah A.
      Aug. 18, 2023

      The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone

      Weird vibe but great property

      The property is beautiful and quiet. Cute market at check in. Plenty to do. Neighbors keep to themselves and kind of stare le us down when we pulled in and during dog walks…maybe just an outlier experience? Staff very kind. We just stayed one night so we were an easy in and out. Super buggy.

    Guide to Oxford

    Charles E. Baker State Forest offers free primitive camping with officially designated sites that feature picnic tables and fire pits. Located about 19 miles from Oxford, New York, this state forest sits at approximately 1,200 feet elevation and covers over 9,000 acres of Chenango County woodland. The forest terrain includes hardwood stands, pine plantations, and access to a small pond for water activities.

    What to do

    Hiking extensive trail systems: Bear Spring Mountain near Downsville provides miles of forest paths throughout the Catskill region. According to J G., "There is a hiking loop that goes around the pond. Highly recommended if you like hiking. Great flowers and nature."

    Fishing in peaceful settings: The Villages RV Park at Turning Stone includes a fishing pond among its amenities. Michael O. notes, "For activities, there are some great hikes around the campground, as well as excellent playgrounds, fishing, an awesome pool, and of course, free shuttle rides to the Turning Stone Casino right up the street."

    Paddling opportunities: Several equestrian campgrounds near Oxford, New York offer water access. At Bear Spring Mountain, J G. mentions "There is an area for day use where you can rent a paddle boat or kayak to go out on the water."

    What campers like

    Natural water sources: Charles E. Baker State Forest provides water access at a small pond. Cameron notes, "Water access at a lovely nearby pond. Highly recommended."

    Secluded camping spots: State forests around Oxford offer dispersed camping options. Matt A. shares about Charles E. Baker: "Beautiful forest with miles of trails. I found this spot passing through on my bike and had no problem pitching a tent in a secluded spot in the woods."

    Stargazing opportunities: The rural settings around Oxford provide excellent night sky viewing. Jessica D. says about The Villages at Turning Stone, "It's so peaceful at night. My favorite time to come is August during the meteor showers."

    What you should know

    Limited facilities at primitive sites: Most dispersed camping locations near Oxford have minimal amenities. Cameron explains about Charles E. Baker State Forest: "Campsite consists of a fire pit and picnic table. Some litter, not too bad. No toilets. Bugs aren't an issue."

    Seasonal considerations: The camping season varies by location. The Villages at Turning Stone operates from May through October, while Bear Spring Mountain's peak season runs mid-May through late August.

    Varied terrain and accessibility: Access to camping areas ranges from well-maintained roads to hiking trails. Cameron notes about Charles E. Baker: "Access at the end of a long, but well maintained, dirt road."

    Tips for camping with families

    Look for campgrounds with playgrounds: The Villages at Turning Stone provides family-friendly amenities. April L. shares, "Offers a pool, playground, hiking trail, fishing pond, paddleboat rentals, camp store, very clean bath houses throughout."

    Consider road steepness for biking: Some areas have challenging terrain for cycling with kids. Becky S. mentions about Bear Spring Mountain, "Brought bikes but the roads were way too steep. Small playground was nice for the kids."

    Choose sites with direct water access: Families appreciate water activities during summer months. Mayra D. notes about Bear Spring Mountain, "Cute and friendly campground by Launt pond :) We were there in May and there were plenty of empty sites so it was nice and quiet."

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