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Best Equestrian Camping near Corolla, NC

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Northwest River Park & Campground in Chesapeake, Virginia offers equestrian trails for riders visiting the Corolla area. The park maintains clean facilities with gravel campsites that accommodate tents, RVs, and cabins. Trails throughout the park are accessible for horseback riding, with multiple reviews noting the quality of the equestrian paths. The campground provides standard amenities including picnic tables, fire pits, and clean bathhouses. Electric hookups, water access, and a dump station are available for RV campers. The park enforces a no-alcohol policy and requires reservations, with gates that close in the evening for security. Several visitors have noted the attentive ranger staff who regularly check the grounds.

Located approximately 35 miles from Corolla, the park connects riders to miles of trails through diverse terrain. The campground operates seasonally from April 1 through November 30, making it unavailable during winter months. Chesapeake Campground, another option in the region, remains open year-round but offers fewer dedicated trail options for riders. Both locations provide access to natural areas suitable for day rides. Water activities complement the equestrian experience, with Northwest River Park offering canoe rentals for exploring the waterways after trail riding. Families particularly appreciate the additional recreational options including mini-golf, playgrounds, and fishing areas. The campgrounds can experience flooding during heavy rain periods, so checking weather forecasts before arrival is advisable for those traveling with horses and equipment.

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  • Elizabeth V.
    Aug. 25, 2019

    Northwest River Park & Campground

    Hometown fun

    I have spent my childhood here and I am excited to share it with my kids. We hike here when visiting grandparents. Chesapeake Public Park’s does a great job with events and education at NWRP! Equestrian trails available, which is always a plus.

  • Cliff M.
    Aug. 7, 2018

    Chesapeake Campground

    Great inner city campground

    This is a former KOA, I stayed here years ago when it was a KOA, and have spent considerable amount of time here fairly recently. They cater mostly to monthly campers, and aside from allowing some small decks to be built next to the RV's, it otherwise looks very clean. They do keep a few sites open for transient campers. If you need to stay for a duration in the Norfolk-Va Beach area (we're talking months), this is the place to be! Several sites have good access to satellite system.

  • Alex M.
    Jul. 18, 2022

    Northwest River Park & Campground

    Turned away

    Arrived shortly after 8 pm after a long day's drive. The sun was going down but it wasn't dark yet. The campground office was locked and deserted. No posted instructions about after hours registration, no pay box. Ran into a park ranger who informed me the campground was closed for the evening; as in, would not take my money. Seriously? The campground is behind a gate with a keypad, so no chance of driving in and talking to the camp host. The ranger was kind and apologetic at least.

    Drove a little further south and found a nice site at Bells Island Campground. The host there was happy to take my money.

  • Gary D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 5, 2024

    Northwest River Park & Campground

    Large sites

    Plenty of room..showers/bathrooms huge..water NOT at all sites but easy to fill tanks. Some sites close to main road but not a lot of traffic.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 6, 2025

    Northwest River Park & Campground

    Under construction ~

    This is a beautiful campground! There are only seven campers here in this campground, and I can't believe it. The sites are gravel and mostly level but I did have to use a couple blocks of my levelers. There are picnic tables and fire pits at each site, however my picnic table has a very very warped bench. But it makes no difference to me as it is only me, and I have my own chairs! The bathrooms are clean and well lit. The only thing I have a problem with here, is that there are no garbage cans or dumpsters near the campsites. The only garbage containers I found were near the dump station, which is on the way out of the park, nowhere near the campground! There is lots to do within this camp, let alone in the area around the camp. I have noticed two hiking trails, I have seen the kayaks that are for rent and the area you launch, all we need now is some nicer weather. Other info, I asked if they had weekly rates and was told yes. But of course you are limited to 14 days like so many other campgrounds. When I arrived and talked to the clerk about the weekly rates, all he did was multiply the daily rate by the number of days. There is no discounted weekly rate. They also do not take Sam's club, do not have senior discounts, etc.. I don't know if their site on the the dirt shows the price, but it was $42 for the first night and drops to $38 per night for the rest of my stay.

  • Katie M.
    Sep. 30, 2019

    Northwest River Park & Campground

    Ok campground, but lots to do!

    The campground at Northwest River Park is small and pretty basic. For a tent camper that is used to wooded, private sites these leave much to be desired. There is not much privacy. The campground was full the night we stayed there and very busy and noisy through the night. We stayed on a Memorial Day weekend though so maybe it is not typically like that. All night our young children were woken up by the noise from the nearby RV's AC units. 

    What this park lacks in it's campground, it makes up for in it's recreational activities! There is a putt-putt course! Canoeing! Tons of hiking trails! Multiple playgrounds! Lots of wide open space for kids to run and play! Fishing! This is an excellent park for kids and families to come for the day! 

    Overall not a horrible experience but this is the closest campground to our house and we have not felt the need to come back and stay overnight. Maybe would be better for camping mid-week when it's not so busy.

  • s
    Aug. 26, 2021

    Northwest River Park & Campground

    Yay Chesapeake

    Love this camp ground. Just love how clean it is. Bathrooms, showers are a big plus. Nice trails and fishing. Will be visiting again.

  • Elizabeth V.
    Aug. 31, 2020

    Northwest River Park & Campground

    Great family campground

    I have camped here many times throughout my childhood and adulthood. Miles of trails and so much to do. Always with clean sites and attentive staff

Guide to Corolla

Horse camping in North Carolina offers a unique experience for equestrian enthusiasts, combining beautiful landscapes with facilities tailored for both riders and their horses.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • Northwest River Park & Campground provides ample space for horse camping, along with features like drinking water and picnic tables for a comfortable stay.

Tips for equestrian camping near Corolla, North Carolina

  • Merchants Millpond State Park Campground is a great choice, offering trails that are perfect for horseback riding and a peaceful environment to unwind after a day of adventure.

Equestrian campgrounds include spacious sites

  • Chesapeake Campground features large sites that accommodate horses, ensuring plenty of room for both campers and their equine companions.

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Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Corolla, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Corolla, NC is Northwest River Park & Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 19 reviews.

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