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Best Equestrian Camping near Wellsville, NY

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Horsey Hilton Equestrian Campground in Susquehannock State Forest provides primitive camping specifically designed for equestrians near Wellsville. Located in Coudersport, Pennsylvania, the campground offers reservable sites with fire rings and picnic tables. While the campground lacks horse corrals, it accommodates tent campers with horses, featuring accessible drive-in sites where riders can set up their own containment systems. The campground permits pets alongside horses and allows campfires for evening relaxation after trail rides. Basic amenities include picnic tables and fire rings, though the primitive nature means no showers or toilets are available. Campers reference The Dyrt for top tips on camping near Wellsville, New York.

Trail riders access numerous bridle paths directly from the campground with connections to the broader Susquehannock State Forest trail network. The forest setting provides natural shade for horses and riders during summer months. Equestrians should bring their own water supply as the campground doesn't offer drinking water facilities for humans or horses. When planning trips, visitors should note the primitive nature of facilities - no water hookups or sanitary dump stations are available. The campground's reservation system allows horse owners to secure sites in advance, especially important during peak riding seasons. For riders seeking more developed facilities, Lyman Run State Park Campground nearby offers more amenities including showers and toilets, though it lacks dedicated horse corrals or equine-specific facilities.

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Wellsville, NY

46 Reviews of 8 Wellsville Campgrounds

  • Bran P.
    Sep. 29, 2016

    Tompkins

    Very Nice CG!

    Just off US 15 at the New York border. All roads and parking pads are paved. The sites are closer together than most other COE parks where we’ve stayed. We stayed in the Bench Loop which is very busy since it is waterfront. Our first week, we were on site 54 (W/E 50A) and waterfront. Our second week, we stayed on site 44 (FHU 50A) right across from the seldom used playground. Quite wooded here but we managed to get satellite TV. No Verizon phone service and very slow internet with a booster. This area is pretty with rolling hills all around so we enjoyed a couple of scenic drives. About an hour away is the Pine Creek Rail Trail in the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon.

  • D
    Jul. 20, 2020

    Lyman Run State Park Campground

    Solid campgrounds, super close to Cherry Springs, but lacks privacy & store

    We stayed at Lyman Run because we needed electricity hookups, and Cherry Springs didn't offer it. Our trip was for astrophotography purposes, and Lyman Run is only a 10 minute drive away from the Cherry Springs viewing area. Totally worth it!

    The good: Daggett Loop sites 16 and 17 are pretty solid. They're the last two in the loop and next to 17 is a river trail just to yourselves. It's nice. The bathrooms are modern and clean. Electricity hookups work great and I was able to pull a consistent 80% of max load(~32 amps) the entire time without issue. Sites are well kept. No cell service on site, but a 10 minute drive and you've got it (the best, imo)

    The bad: The lake is a bit scummy/stagnant and was jammed pack with people (and since this review is written during COVID, no one was wearing masks or social distancing--disappointing). The sites are really close together with zero trees in-between sites. Bring your own privacy. PA has cross-county firewood ban, but the campsite doesn't have a firewood store. Had to drive 15 minutes off the campsite to find a random house selling firewood for $5 a bundle.

  • Katie S.
    Jul. 12, 2018

    Lyman Run State Park Campground

    Beautiful area to get away!

    Beautiful area all around. Up the road is cherry springs, known as our only Dark Sky Park in PA. The night sky is amazing. There is a lake to do many activities, and a beach there. ATV trails, hiking, beautiful overlooks. No cell service, so you really get to get away from everything.

  • Ashley L.
    Oct. 21, 2019

    Lyman Run State Park Campground

    Well kept

    Sites are pretty level and well kept. The bathrooms are great! Remote, cute little place! They maintain the place well! There are a few trails close by. Nothing crazy but nice to have something close. Not far from cherry spring. We stayed at site 25. We were right next to the bathroom. Convenient, but did hear some traffic from other campers but not bad.

  • J
    Sep. 1, 2018

    Lyman Run State Park Campground

    People and their pups will love this campground

    The sites are affordable, spacious, and they allow dogs. The campground is quiet at night and the stars are sensational. It's also super close to Cherry Springs if you want the full dark sky experience. The bathroom and showers were clean. Sink area outside for convenience, like a wash area, very handy. Little creek runs beside it for kids to play and explore. There's a beach with concessions stand and paddle boats on the lake with the prettiest skyline of surrounding the lake. Got an ATV? They have trails that run all over the place. Love this campground. Wish it was closer to home.

  • MJ B.
    Jun. 19, 2024

    Stony Fork Creek Campground

    Good Camping Option to the Grand Canyon of PA

    Stayed at this campsite, taking our pop-up camper on its maiden voyage to the Grand Canyon of PA. Was able to choose a location that worked best for us. The area we selected was not busy. Campsite appeared to have a lot of seasonal campers. My husband does not like staying in crowded campgrounds with people surrounding you and up all night screaming and singing. We go camping to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet. Not to listen to people pretending to relive their college days....lol. Area is open, not offering a lot of privacy, but we had shade and woods behind us, and the ground was grassy and level. The pool was nice and the rec center had a lot of activities for kids. The pond offered fishing and pedal boat rentals. We chose this campsite due to its proximity to the Leonard Harrison State Park. We had no issues here and would recommend.

  • Kaitlin B.
    Feb. 4, 2020

    Lyman Run State Park Campground

    Amazing stay

    Stayed with my husband last fall for our first camping trip and have zero complaints. This place was perfect has everything you need. The surrounding area is loaded with things to do as well if you feel like venturing out. Cherry Springs Dark Park is just up the road but the view from our tent was just as good. We also stopped at the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. Hiking trails were within walking distance from the tent. Looking forward to our next stay and some more camp food!

  • Gina M.
    Aug. 6, 2018

    Lyman Run State Park Campground

    Sites were a little too close together

    We booked a tent site, and there was only one small patch of grass where we could set up our tent. But the people next to us were in a big group and already had their tents set up very close to our grass, and we didn't feel comfortable camping that close to people. My brother had an RV site, so we went down to his and set up our tent there and it was much nicer. The fire pits are very nice, and the hiking trails in the park are great.

  • M
    Jul. 15, 2021

    Lyman Run State Park Campground

    Summer Weekend

    Stayed for the weekend at site 25 at the lower campground. Site was next to the bathrooms but no problems noise. Nice and quiet overall. Bathrooms were very clean with nice hot water in the showers. There are pit toilets but they are well maintained and there was no smell even though it was hot out. Some good trail for hiking with a great scenic overlook on the Rock Run Trail. The concession stand by the beach only took cash while we were there, no cards. Cherry Springs right down the road. Recommend bringing chairs or a blanket to sit on if you drive over there for stargazing.

Guide to Wellsville

Horse camping in New York offers a unique way to explore the great outdoors while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With a variety of campgrounds catering to horse enthusiasts, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and ride the scenic trails.

Equestrian campgrounds include spacious sites and essential amenities

  • At Tompkins, you'll find well-maintained sites with electric hookups and easy access to water, making it a comfortable choice for horse camping.

Tips for equestrian camping near Wellsville, New York

  • Consider staying at Stony Fork Creek Campground, where you can enjoy nearby hiking trails and a peaceful environment, perfect for relaxing after a day of riding.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like trails and facilities

  • The Red House Area — Allegany State Park features extensive trails for horseback riding, along with clean facilities and a friendly atmosphere, making it a great destination for equestrian campers.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Wellsville, NY is Lyman Run State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 24 reviews.

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