Best Equestrian Camping near Cooleemee, NC
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Cooleemee, NC (12)
1. Tanglewood Park
Clemmons, North Carolina11 Reviews•8 Photos•69 Saves- Pets
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
$35 / night
2. Morrow Mountain State Park Campground
Badin, North Carolina37 Reviews•87 Photos•220 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$12 - $28 / night
3. Stone Mountain State Park Campground
Roaring Gap, North Carolina56 Reviews•306 Photos•285 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$23 / night
4. Arrowhead Campground
Badin, North Carolina16 Reviews•34 Photos•173 SavesOverview
Arrowhead Campground lies in the Badin Lake Recreation Area, a hub for outdoor activities in central North Carolina's Uwharrie National Forest. The variety of sites in the campground offer a comfortable stay for both RV and tent campers. The facility is open year-round and provides easy access to hiking, off-road vehicle riding, horseback riding, mountain biking, fishing and boating.
Recreation
Badin Lake Recreation Area offers many ways for campers to enjoy the lake. Popular activities include picnicking on the shore or swimming, boating or fishing on the water. About 40 miles of non-motorized trails are available for horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking, as well as 17 miles of motorized trails for off-road vehicle riding. The surrounding land offers both big and small game hunting.
Natural Features
The campground lies in a dense forest of pine, oak and hickory near the shore of 5,000-acre Badin Lake. Winter temperatures range from the low 30s to upper 50s, while summer brings temperatures in the upper 80s and 90s and high humidity. The weather is pleasant in spring and fall, with high temperatures in the 60s and 70s.
Nearby Attractions
A theme park with a petting zoo, nature center and mini golf course lies just under an hour away and makes a fun day trip for families.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
$27 / night
5. Uwharrie Hunt Camp
Uwharrie National Forest, North Carolina6 Reviews•18 Photos•52 SavesUwharrie Hunt Camp has eight sites for tent camping. Each site has a table, grill, lantern posts, and tent pad. Two vault toilets are provided in the campground. There are also 2 drinking water spigots available. Opportunities for hiking, boating, fishing, swimming, hunting, OHV trail use and picnicking are available within a short drive. Country stores are located in the nearby communities of Uwharrie and Eldorado.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
6. Uwharrie National Forest Badin Lake Group Camp
Badin, North Carolina3 Reviews•9 Photos•45 SavesOverview
Badin Lake Group Camp offers a fun, relaxing place for clubs, families and other groups to rest and play in the Uwharrie National Forest of central North Carolina. The recreation area is a hub for outdoor activities such as hiking, off-road vehicle riding, hunting, horseback riding, mountain biking, fishing and boating. The group campground is open year-round and can accommodate groups of up to 50 people per site.
Recreation
Groups have easy access to many recreational opportunities at Badin Lake Recreation Area. The lake shore is the perfect place to watch the sunset or enjoy an afternoon picnic. The lake has plenty of calm water for swimming, boating or fishing for bass, bream, crappie and catfish. King's Mountain Point, just 1 mile from the group camp, has four accessible fishing piers, miles of shoreline and a nice swimming area. A boat ramp is located 2 miles from the campground. Back on land, about 40 miles of non-motorized trails are available for horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking, as well as 17 miles of motorized trails for off-road vehicle riding. The surrounding land offers both big and small game hunting.
Facilities
Groups have easy access to many recreational opportunities at Badin Lake Recreation Area. The lake shore is the perfect place to watch the sunset or enjoy an afternoon picnic. The lake has plenty of calm water for swimming, boating or fishing for bass, bream, crappie and catfish. King's Mountain Point, just 1 mile from the group camp, has four accessible fishing piers, miles of shoreline and a nice swimming area. A boat ramp is located 2 miles from the campground. Back on land, about 40 miles of non-motorized trails are available for horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking, as well as 17 miles of motorized trails for off-road vehicle riding. The surrounding land offers both big and small game hunting.
Natural Features
The campground lies in a dense forest of pines and hardwoods near the shore of 5,000-acre Badin Lake. Winter temperatures range from the low 30s to upper 50s, while summer brings temperatures in the upper 80s and 90s and high humidity. The weather is pleasant in spring and fall, with high temperatures in the 60s and 70s.
Nearby Attractions
A theme park with a petting zoo, nature center and mini golf course lies just under an hour away and makes a fun day trip for families.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
$75 / night
7. Yates Family Camping
Harrisburg, North Carolina3 Reviews•20 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Tents
8. Canebrake Horse Camp
Badin, North Carolina3 Reviews•20 Photos•6 SavesOverview
Canebrake Horse Camp lies in the Badin Lake Recreation Area, a hub for outdoor activities in central North Carolina's Uwharrie National Forest. The facility is a scenic and restful overnight spot with both single and double campsites. Canebrake Horse Camp is specifically designed for campers traveling with horses and offers numerous amenities for equestrian camping. If your visit to the Uwharrie National Forest includes camping without horses, please consider one of our other campgrounds: Arrowhead Campground, Badin Lake Campground or Badin Lake Group Camp. Campers will delight in nearly 40 miles of forested horseback riding trails, as well as hiking, mountain biking, off-road vehicle riding, swimming, fishing and boating opportunities in the area. The campground is open year-round.
Recreation
The equestrian trail system is extensive, with miles of forested paths wandering through forests, over hills and across streams. The trails can be accessed from Canebrake using the Home Trail, which skirts the campground. Trails range from easy to difficult, accommodating riders of every level. The recreation area also offers many ways to enjoy the lake. Campers can spend the afternoon swimming, boating or fishing for bass, bream, crappie and catfish on the water. Back on land, off-road vehicle enthusiasts have access to 17 miles of trails, and hunters and hikers can explore the surrounding national forest.
Natural Features
Canebrake lies in a quiet forest of pine, oak and hickory near the shore of 5,000-acre Badin Lake. Winter temperatures range from the low 30s to upper 50s, while summer brings temperatures in the upper 80s and 90s and high humidity. Weather is pleasant in spring and fall, with high temperatures in the 60s and 70s.
Nearby Attractions
A theme park with a petting zoo, nature center and mini golf course lies just under an hour away and makes a fun day trip for families.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
$27 / night
9. Sandy Creek Family Campground
Traphill, North Carolina7 Reviews•19 Photos•29 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
10. Badin Horse Camp
Uwharrie National Forest, North Carolina1 Review•3 SavesThis is a primitive camping area where people camp in self contained RV/Horse Trailers. It is located in an open field with tie outs for the horses. No amenities available. Campers must take their trash with them or take it to the trash dumpster in Canebrake Horse Camp.
- ADA Access
- RVs
- Tents
- Equestrian
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Trash
Recent Equestrian Reviews in Cooleemee
144 Reviews of 12 Cooleemee Campgrounds
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Robert D.
Guide
Morrow Mountain State Park Campground
Good campground.
Stayed four days at state park. I campground as well kept and clean. The bathhouse is brand new. The camp host was very helpful and checked on everybody, every day. The only drawback was that there was no Wi-Fi. I will stay at this campground when I come back in this area again.
- RRobert D.Guide
Arrowhead Campground
Love this “Lake” !
Came through early November. This camp ground has everything you need. It is well kept. The bathhouse facilities are brand new and well kept. The area around the campground has multiple things to keep you busy. If you’re an outdoors person, this is a great place to be located.
Mambo M.GuideArrowhead Campground
One of my faves!
Happy to report that there is a new host here as the one that was working in 2021 was AWFUL. Great sites but hardly any are level so be prepared to manage that. Nice fire pits and grills - love having both. Great bathhouse with hot showers. Terrific paved trail that is awesome for walking, biking, strollers, wheelchairs. Plenty of hammock trees! Zero noise except from other campers/vehicles and the occasional aircraft passing over. Cell signal is pretty spotty but passable. Would need a booster or satellite internet in order to work or attend school, though. Nearby El Dorado Outpost has everything you might need (gas, ice, hot food, small groceries, outdoor supplies, GREAT biscuits!!, etc) and locals sell firewood bundles for $4-5/each. 10-15 min drive into Troy where there are restaurants, gas stations, small regular grocery stores. Really nice new playground and skate park in Troy, too. Tons of hiking, offroading/overlanding, mountain biking, horseback riding nearby.
Jerry O.
ScoutArrowhead Campground
Great getaway
This is a great little place to get away from it all. The sites have electric but you will need in-house water and septic. There is a dump station along with a potable water source at the entrance to the campground.
- MMatthew G.Scout
Morrow Mountain State Park Campground
Great
My wife and I stayed here with our 2 daughters. The campsite was spacious, flat and shaded. There was plenty to do for the kids for the weekend. The bath house was very nice and clean. The camp host drove his golf cart around selling firewood. Will definitely return
- JJackie S.
Traveler
Canebrake Horse Camp
Love it!
I was there alone and had the whole campsite to myself. The camp host was so kind. He always made sure me, my horses and my grandson were comfortable and safe!
Kevin A.
Legend
Stone Mountain State Park Campground
One of our favorite state parks
We’ve camped at Stone Mountain multiple times over the years. We tent-camped when my boys were small. Most recently in our RV (3-4 times in the past three years). It is a great park. The hiking is excellent. The campsites are large and spacious. The park is well-kept. Make sure you hike to the top. The views are great, and you can spend time at the Homestead farm in the valley below.
We camped here this past weekend and enjoyed it once again. We were at site 56. It is an excellent site on the stream, with no site immediately next to you, so there is lots of privacy. The firepit, picnic table, water, and electricity are all great. We had limited cell service for AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. We could send and receive text messages, but coverage was very spotty.
We will be back again in the Fall.
- Sarah P.Traveler
Stone Mountain State Park Campground
Great place
The campground, paths, and bathrooms were very clean. Beautiful views at Rock Falls. If we didn't have our dogs with us we would have done hikes longer than 4 miles.
- TTerry S.Traveler
Arrowhead Campground
Small and peaceful under the trees!
We spent 2 nights here with our Storyteller Mode LT RV nestled in the Uwharrie National Forest. The campsites do not offer a view of the water of Badin Lake, but it is nearby with a drive or hike. Many sites are available with electric hook-up, and drinking water is available at nearby locations. Many of the sites are not very level so choose carefully. The campground is very quiet and clean. The drive-in offers beautiful rolling countryside with low foothills. Nearby we took advantage of an off-road driver training course with OEX, Overland Experts.
- DDaniel R.Traveler
Dispersed Camping off Falls Dam Trail
Beautiful weekend out!
Had a good time camping and enjoyed the song of wind and birds.
James R.TravelerStone Mountain State Park Campground
BEAUTIFUL SITE
This campground is well-maintained and in a beautiful location.It’s a pretty clean place with a friendly and personable staff.
- KKelly H.Scout
Tanglewood Park
Excellent for the price
Arrived late. Camp host was outside waiting for our arrival. Escorted to the camp site. zFHU and level. Nice roomy campground. Warm clean shower house. Nearly tame deer all over the place.
- BBrian B.Guide
Sandy Creek Family Campground
Nice campground But……
Nice campground. Had a nice site on a little creek. Owner was nice. However, the shower house was the worst of any campground I have ever seen. Dirty, plumbing was a mess. Not sure if I was better off going in than when I came out.
- AAndy B.Traveler
Stone Mountain State Park Campground
Great clean campground
First time visiting and camping, really enjoyed how clean and quiet the campground was. Campsite itself was perfect, close to hiking and easily accessible. Definitely will return!
- bbrandonTraveler
Tanglewood Park
Tanglewood Campground
Nice quiet campground in a large park. Deer roam theoughout the park and campground. Clean bath/shower. Easy check in with multiple host on site. All sites paved.
- Kristi D.Legend
Stone Mountain State Park Campground
Lovely campground and trails
Awesome place! Campgrounds were nice and spaced out, well maintained...we were right by a small stream that you could hear...stone loop mountain trail is incredible! Long and strenuous but all ages were hiking it...homestead was so neat to walk around at the base of the mountain. Only negative is there showers. Very frustrating....you have to push the shower head to get water...great way to conserve but it gave you no time to enjoy the water. Made it hard to shower and it came out blasting all over the place....only complaint :)
Mitch + Kristi N.GuideStone Mountain State Park Campground
fantastic hiking
the campground is very well maintained with lots of space between sites. shower / bathrooms are clean. we were in the electric loop. some of the non electric sites are not large enough for even a small pop up. the hiking here is some of our favorites in NC. mountains, waterfalls, old homesteads, there’s something for everyone.
Chester H.GuideStone Mountain State Park Campground
Beautiful place.
Great trails, and lots to do. Climbing up Stone Mountain was fun.
Chris E.ScoutArrowhead Campground
Ready for bedtime?
Camp here if you want to be tucked in by a forest ranger at 10pm for talking at a normal volume. Not friendly to anyone who doesn’t have crotch goblins. Also, all of the campsites are literally on top of eachother.
- MMelissa G.Guide
Stone Mountain State Park Campground
Beautiful campground
I loved staying at this campground. My campsite had a lake view and was high enough to see over the tents that would be in front of me by the lake. Clean bathrooms, and friendly staff. A lot was going on that weekend so it was quite noisy across the lake. (Weddings, festivals, Highland Games) i can’t wait to go back.
- DDavid B.
RangerStone Mountain State Park Campground
Stone Mountain State Park = Awesome
I stayed here for three nights in early November, 2022. The camp sites are mostly level, well maintained and have tent pads, tables and fire rings. I chose a site that had water and electric hook-ups. The bathrooms were heated, clean and the men’ bathroom had two showers.
- SStephen D.Guide
Stone Mountain State Park Campground
Wonderful park
Great place to spend a night. Everything open during the winter
Johnny T.ScoutStone Mountain State Park Campground
Fantastic State Park
Definitely visit the falls, it has a lot of stairs, but it is quite close/short walk, and very worth it! Also, the longer trails have amazing views, including the flora, the distant landscapes, and (chiefly) the spectacular rock formations.
Also good facilities in general. Am going back soon with a group, to explore even more of this park. Another good thing is how easy it is to access from the Triad or Charlotte, and even from Raleigh it isn't that bad of driving time. An extra bonus is all of the wineries nearby!
- Tommy S.Ranger
Stone Mountain State Park Campground
Nice campground
Cute little campground. Tent only or RV sites. Upper part of loop A is nice and woodsy. We stayed at site 15, up against a wooded hillside. We had some noisy neighbors but not too bad. Bathhouse was great. Sink for dishes there and a spigot nearby the site. Can buy ice and firewood at the office.
I took a hike up the hill behind this campsite and saw several deer.
You should look at Stone Mountain falls while you’re there. It’s only a 15/20 min hike from parking lot. There are A LOT of stairs to get to the bottom of the falls, but it is very worth it!
- Mitch + Kristi N.Guide
Stone Mountain State Park Campground
fantastic hiking
nothing special about the campground, facilities were well maintained. this state park is amazing. honestly one of my favorite places we’ve visited. the hiking is awesome. views are incredible. so glad we took this side trip from BRP. we will definitely be back!
Terry C.ScoutYates Family Camping
Not dependable
We made a reservation well in advance but the owner decided to cancel our confirmed reservation to accommodate a previous renter who decided to stay longer. THANK YOU YATES FAMILY! Obviously there was no consideration if we were left without a place to stay. Did they offer help finding another campground, NO. Did they offer to compensate us, NO.
Carol J.GuideStone Mountain State Park Campground
Well maintained
We enjoyed our stay at Stone Mountain, especially the hiking and camping. We stayed on a weekend, and the campground was quiet. The B loop is nice, with most the sites having ample spacing but not very private. Great area for hiking and waterfalls. Restrooms were modern and clean.
Guide to Cooleemee
Horse camping in North Carolina offers a unique blend of scenic trails and well-equipped facilities, making it a favorite among equestrian enthusiasts.
Equestrian campers like these nearby activities
- Enjoy the extensive trails at Canebrake Horse Camp, perfect for horseback riding and hiking through beautiful landscapes.
- Experience the thrill of off-roading and mountain biking at Uwharrie Hunt Camp, where trails cater to various outdoor activities.
- Explore the picturesque surroundings of Badin Horse Camp, which offers access to nearby lakes for fishing and swimming.
Equestrian campgrounds include essential amenities
- Tanglewood Park features electric hookups and drinking water, ensuring a comfortable stay for both horses and riders.
- At Morrow Mountain State Park Campground, campers can enjoy spacious sites with picnic tables and sanitary dump facilities.
- Arrowhead Campground provides well-maintained sites with fire pits and grills, ideal for evening gatherings after a day of riding.
Tips for equestrian camping near Cooleemee, North Carolina
- Make reservations in advance at Yates Family Camping to secure a spot, especially during peak seasons.
- Bring your own water supply when visiting Uwharrie National Forest Badin Lake Group Camp, as drinking water is not available on-site.
- Familiarize yourself with the local wildlife at Canebrake Horse Camp, where deer and other animals often roam freely, adding to the natural experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Cooleemee, NC?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Cooleemee, NC is Tanglewood Park with a 4.5-star rating from 11 reviews.
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