Equestrian camping options near Lewisville, North Carolina offer direct access to trail systems throughout the Blue Ridge foothills. Sites are typically located within 60 miles of Lewisville, ranging from primitive to full-service facilities. The camping season generally runs March through November, though some parks offer year-round access depending on weather conditions.
What to do
Hiking at Stone Mountain State Park: Follow well-maintained trails ranging from easy walks to strenuous climbs. The park features over 18 miles of trails with varied terrain. "Great campground! It is about a 15 minute drive to 3 great wineries and walkable to the trail head for the Stone Mountain loop. Great amenities, and everything was very clean," notes Kristin F. about Stone Mountain State Park Campground.
Water activities at Badin Lake: Fish, swim, or boat on this 5,350-acre reservoir within Uwharrie National Forest. Open year-round with moderate crowds during summer weekends. "Beautiful place with great views. Clean facilities close to sites," reports John L. about his stay at Uwharrie National Forest Badin Lake Group Camp.
Wildlife viewing at Basin Cove: Set up a quiet base camp for wildlife observation along creek trails. "Campsite is right next to the creek—fun to hear the water at night. Stars are amazing!" explains Hollz about the primitive sites at Basin Cove — Blue Ridge Parkway.
What campers like
Spacious, shaded sites: Tanglewood Park offers wide sites under mature trees, providing natural cooling during summer months. "Wide spaces with lots of room under big shade trees. This campground is a muni but is is very well maintained," writes Dave B. about Tanglewood Park.
Clean facilities: Regular maintenance of bathhouses and common areas ranks high among camper priorities. "The bath house is kept spotless," Jimmy M. notes about Sandy Creek Family Campground, which sits adjacent to Stone Mountain State Park.
Creek access: Many sites feature direct access to water for cooling off or fishing. "Our sites were creek side. The kids enjoyed playing in the creek and on the playground," Ann H. reports about Sandy Creek Family Campground.
What you should know
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the region have uneven terrain requiring leveling equipment. "At $35 a night, there is a lot to enjoy. The only thing you need to be aware of is that some of the sights are very slanted. Very tall levelers are needed," cautions Marjorie W. about Tanglewood Park.
Seasonal accessibility: Some primitive sites become difficult to access during spring runoff or after heavy rains. "The trail is amazing—but some spots may be very difficult to cross in the spring," warns Hollz about Basin Cove.
Reservation requirements: Most equestrian campgrounds require advance booking, especially during peak riding season (April-October). "Our group had both an RV and a large tent. The room allowed for both was very generous," notes Ann H. about site flexibility at Sandy Creek.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Some horse campgrounds include dedicated play areas for children. "The grounds and bath house were clean and well maintained. Our sites were creek side. The kids enjoyed playing in the creek and on the playground," shares Ann H. about Sandy Creek Family Campground.
Educational opportunities: Historical sites within parks provide learning experiences. "Homestead was so neat to walk around at the base of the mountain," Kristi D. mentions about Stone Mountain State Park's historical features.
Wildlife viewing: Many campgrounds offer opportunities to observe deer and other wildlife. "Deer roam throughout the park and campground. Clean bath/shower. Easy check in with multiple host on site," Brandon reports about Tanglewood Park.
Tips from RVers
Water and electrical hookups: Check connection availability before booking at equestrian campgrounds near Lewisville. "Sites are long and wide but some have quite a slope to them. There are large shady trees but no vegetation between sites... Full hookups. Wi fi present but not strong enough for any streaming," advises Kristy Gary B. about camping at Tanglewood Park.
Dump station considerations: Not all horse-friendly campgrounds offer convenient dump stations. "The biggest negative I would say was the dump station. It was on the hill so you had to back up to it and it wasn't easy location to do so," warns Becca C. about Sandy Creek Family Campground.
Leveling requirements: Many sites in the foothills require substantial leveling equipment. "Negatives are unlevel lots (we had to lower ours by over 4" and still weren't level, but couldn't adjust anymore)," reports Tiffany D. about her experience at Tanglewood Park.
