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Equestrian Camping near Pleasant Garden, NC

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    Canebrake Horse Camp in the Uwharrie National Forest features 28 sites with parking spurs specifically designed for horse trailers, including four double campsites. Each site includes essential equine amenities such as tie posts and tack tables alongside camping basics like picnic tables, grills, fire rings, and lantern posts. Electrical hookups accommodate RVs while maintaining the forest setting. Wide parking areas easily fit trucks with horse trailers, with spaces for up to two vehicles at each campsite. The campground remains popular with equestrians due to its direct trail access and well-maintained facilities. Bathrooms with toilets are available, though riders note that showers are not provided. The campground permits alcohol and reservations are recommended, particularly during peak riding seasons.

    Located within the extensive Uwharrie National Forest trail system, Canebrake provides immediate access to miles of designated horse trails winding through the forest landscape. Riders can enjoy varied terrain from the campground without needing to trailer horses to trailheads. The Badin Horse Camp, also known as Old Horse Camp, offers additional equestrian camping options in the same forest system, providing basic facilities with drinking water and toilets. Trailer parking is readily available at both locations, though Badin Horse Camp does not permit pets. Campground hosts maintain clean facilities close to sites, making multi-day riding trips convenient. The nearby Uwharrie Hunt Camp and Badin Lake Group Camp provide alternative camping options for equestrians exploring the forest's extensive trail networks, though these locations offer fewer horse-specific amenities.

    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Pleasant Garden (12)

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      1. Cane Creek Campground and RV Park

      4.2(6)18mi from Pleasant GardenRVs, Tents

      "Our site (17) was on the opposite side of the real lake access and right across from the annual spots so we never really had too much privacy but most of the neighbors were very curteous and friendly."

      "Located close to nothing else, this campground was so peaceful at night. During the day, it’s beautiful. It’s got showers with hot water and accessible facilities. Great camping!"

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      2. Cedarock Park

      4.0(4)18mi from Pleasant GardenTents

      "Cedarock Park, located in Burlington, North Carolina, is a hidden gem for all sorts of outdoor activities. The park offers hike-in camping with a handful of sites scattered along Rock Creek."

      "The park is almost 500 acres in size and offers:

      • 6 miles of hiking trails
      • 6 miles of equestrian trails
      • 2 disc golf courses with a total of 36 holes for play
      • A historical farm restored"

      from $10 / night

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      3. Morrow Mountain State Park Campground

      4.4(38)45mi from Pleasant Garden121 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Morrow Mountain State Park, near Albemarle, NC, has something for everyone.  Many hiking and equestrian trails are within the park. "

      "Water spigot close by, the pressure is high so slowly lift the handle haha. The sites are not too close together. Lots of hiking nearby. Beautiful area! Highly recommend."

      Available this weekend

      from $17 - $107 / night

      6 Sites Available

      4. Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

      4.5(34)46mi from Pleasant Garden141 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "This area is such a short drive from the triangle area of North Carolina, yet this park feels quite remote. Like many state parks, this one excels in the services department. "

      "This is a pretty nice campground, similar to other state parks in North Carolina. The sites are spacious, we stayed at a double site that allowed up to 4 cars."

      Available this weekend

      from $27 - $77 / night

      1 Site Available

      5. Arrowhead Campground

      4.5(20)40mi from Pleasant Garden49 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Equestrian campgrounds, hunting camps and then Arrowhead and Badin Lake campgrounds, along with the boat launch area."

      "The campsites do not offer a view of the water of Badin Lake, but it is nearby with a drive or hike. "

      Available this weekend

      from $20 - $54 / night

      3 Sites Available

      6. Tanglewood Park

      4.6(12)37mi from Pleasant GardenRVs, Tents

      "Walking path paved. Bike trails and horse trails. Near to I40 but any noise from that is very minimal. Full hookups. Wi fi present but not strong enough for any streaming. Will definitely return"

      "Great hosts, spacious spots, nearby dog park, loved staying here. The bath houses are a little dated but very clean. There is horse shoe, volleyball, soccer goals on the camp ground."

      from $35 / night

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      7. Uwharrie Hunt Camp

      4.2(6)40mi from Pleasant GardenTents

      "We hit this campground right at the perfect time of year, BEFORE the opening day of off-road vehicle season in April. "

      "There is a good trail around the lake that offers some beautiful views across the lake. Pretty good fishing too."

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      8. Uwharrie National Forest Badin Lake Group Camp

      4.7(3)39mi from Pleasant Garden3 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "There is plenty to do like hiking, fishing, swimming, and even horse back riding. And it you are an off road enthusiast, they have made some fantastic off road trails south of the Forrest."

      "While at Uwaharrie NF stayed at Biden Lake campground. Beautiful place with great views. Clean facilities close to sites."

      Campground full this weekend

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      from $75 / night

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      9. Canebrake Horse Camp

      4.0(3)40mi from Pleasant Garden28 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "He always made sure me, my horses and my grandson were comfortable and safe!"

      "I came in the summer and the temperature was around the 80's. During the night it is around 60 which is pleasant. They do sell for 6 dollars for a bunch of firewood"

      Available this weekend

      from $27 - $54 / night

      3 Sites Available

      10. Dispersed Camping off Falls Dam Trail

      3.0(4)42mi from Pleasant GardenRVs, Tents, Cabins
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    Equestrian Camping Reviews near Pleasant Garden, NC

    130 Reviews of 12 Pleasant Garden Campgrounds

    • Justyne D.
      Sep. 26, 2026

      Dispersed Camping off Falls Dam Trail

      Large group sites surrounded by OHV activities

      This is/was marked as dispersed camping but this is primarily an OHV area, with a shooting range nearby that can be heard from some campsites. Most, if not all, of the campsites are intended to be large group sites. The empty site we found was filled with trash, discarded tents, air mattresses, and trashed electronics from OHVs. There's so much trash we would not even be able to take it all out with us if we wanted to. This may be a national forest, but it is not peace and quiet as one would expect from "dispersed and primitive" camping.

    • Susan A.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 11, 2026

      Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

      Quiet, clean, spacious

      The sites are very large, long and wider at the back, plenty of room for a big group or family. The bathrooms look new and they are clean. Here during the week so it's very empty and quiet.

    • PThe Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 20, 2026

      Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

      Great Camp

      We visited Crosswinds campground at Jordan Lake State Park on the worst heatwave of the year. The great thing about this area is that the sites a well shaded. We were about 50 yards from the lake, with the wind blowing we still were comfortable all day. We stayed on Loop A, which is my favorite loop at the park. There’s no electricity or water at the sites. There are water spickets throughout the loop with potable water. The site is awesome! There’s a small pond beside it. The neighboring sites are close, but regular conversations can not be heard.this loop is always quiet even when there are a lot of people, but it’s never been full when I’m there. I didn’t do good with photos except for the food.

    • C
      Jul. 30, 2026

      Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

      Crosswinds Campground July 2026

      Decent campground in a beautiful location along Lake Jordan. Crosswinds Campground is one of several sites on the lake. We chose this location since the gates stay open all the time, while other sites have a curfew that can lock you out for the night.

      The staff are super friendly and helpful. There’s apparently a camp host whom we never met and they’re on the site next to ours (not sure if they’re supposed to greet us or help us get acquainted with the site, but the staff member at check in was great and did all that when we arrived).

      Loop C is quiet, very few children, and less road noise compared to the other loops, but doesn’t have the same access to the lake.

      Site C50 is conveniently located close to the bath house, has a large fire pit with adjustable grill, picnic table, and hookups for water and electricity. We’re in a tent, so really just use the electricity. The picnic table here should be replaced, as the wood seems to be rotting, but still does the job. There are a few sites in loop C that do have direct access to the lake, but those tend to be booked all of the time. We explored one last night and couldn’t believe it was vacant and how much nicer it seemed.

      Bathrooms are not as clean as I would like, but I bring disinfectant wipes to wipe the toilet before use. Showers are fine, but use an annoying motion sensor to turn the water on/off. Showering at night is annoying with the bugs because the bathhouse is lit like a beacon (probably for safety). Waiting for the daytime is a better experience. Also, there isn’t a washing station for dishes, and we do that at our site.

      Firewood can be purchased by the staff at the campground entrance; however, the exact same firewood is almost $4 fewer at a Refuel station down the street. Definitely stop into that gas station store for things you might need.

      Overall, really good experience staying here, some annoying things, but won’t ruin your stay.

    • Luis L.
      Jul. 15, 2026

      Dispersed Camping off Falls Dam Trail

      Decent location

      The spots are alright but first night got ate up by ants so hadda move and the other spots are good but have no shade and no signal and not mutch to take pictures of so if you wanna have some survival type camping this is a great location.

    • E
      May. 25, 2026

      Morrow Mountain State Park Campground

      Great scenery and bathhouse

      I don’t have any complaints about this campground! Sites are nice and feel like you aren’t close to anyone else. Very pretty area, quiet. Newest bathhouse I have ever seen at a state park! Awesome showers.

    • Camp With Me The Dyrt Pro User
      Jan. 16, 2026

      Arrowhead Campground

      Great base to explore the area

      We stayed one night at Arrowhead Campground while checking out some of the nearby trails, including the Badin Lake Trail, which is just a short drive away and offers great views of the lake and surrounding forest. The campground itself is well laid out, with sites nicely spaced apart so it doesn’t feel crowded. The paved campground loops are in great shape and make driving through easy, even for larger rigs. Several areas offer pleasant views of Badin Lake, adding to the relaxing atmosphere. Overall, Arrowhead Campground felt quiet, clean, and well maintained—an excellent base camp for exploring Uwharrie National Forest, even if just for a quick overnight stay.

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    • RThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 21, 2025

      Arrowhead Campground

      Great Campground

      This is a great campground. It is laid out nicely with equal privacy between sites. You do not feel smothered by the camper next to you. It is well maintained. The nature in the campground has been maintained by the park service. It is a beautiful place to rest.

    Guide to Pleasant Garden

    Uwharrie National Forest offers horse-friendly camping options within its 51,000-acre wilderness area in the heart of North Carolina. The forest's diverse trail system accommodates equestrians with dedicated facilities located about 50 miles from Pleasant Garden. Winter temperatures typically range from 30-50°F while summer months can reach into the 90s with higher humidity.

    What to Do

    Trail riding access: Badin Horse Camp provides direct access to the extensive equestrian trail network. "Biden Lake campground. Beautiful place with great views. Clean facilities close to sites," writes John L. about the Uwharrie National Forest Badin Lake Group Camp.

    Fishing opportunities: Several campgrounds offer lake access for anglers. At Cane Creek Campground and RV Park, visitors enjoy "beautiful view of lake. Great hiking trails," according to Karen R.

    Off-road adventures: The forest is popular with 4x4 enthusiasts. "Massive fire ring, two picnic tables, flat ground for 6 tents and surprisingly clean bath house. Great campground and, if you like Jeeps, FJs, Broncos, you'll be in heaven," notes Sam F. about Arrowhead Campground.

    What Campers Like

    Privacy between sites: Some horse campgrounds offer more secluded spaces. At Cedarock Park, "The sites are well spaced and can accommodate large groups (you only pay $1 for each additional person for groups larger than 10)," according to Kelsey L.

    Clean facilities: Many equestrian campers appreciate the well-maintained bathhouses. Robert D. mentions that at Arrowhead Campground, "The bathhouse facilities are brand new and well kept."

    Affordable rates: Several horse camps in the region offer reasonable pricing. Cedarock Park sites are "$10/night for groups under 10 people in size and cost an additional $1 for each person over 10," notes another review.

    What You Should Know

    Reservation requirements: Most equestrian campgrounds fill quickly during peak seasons. For Morrow Mountain State Park Campground, Sara C. advises, "Easy trek for a short weekend trip. We exhausted ourselves hiking and canoeing and much more stuff to do! Nice sites with electric hookups. Firewood available."

    Site conditions vary: Not all sites are level or equally equipped. At Tanglewood Park, Tiffany D. found "unlevel lots (we had to lower ours by over 4" and still weren't level, but couldn't adjust anymore)."

    Seasonal considerations: Weather patterns affect trail conditions. Jackie S. visited Canebrake Horse Camp alone and notes, "The camp host was so kind. He always made sure me, my horses and my grandson were comfortable and safe!"

    Tips for Camping with Families

    Playgrounds and activities: Several parks offer family-friendly amenities. "Plenty of places to tent camp or RV camp! Places to fish things for kids to play on and of course places to shower after! One of my family's favorite places to camp!" writes Krista H. about Cane Creek Campground.

    Noise considerations: Some campgrounds have strict quiet hours. At Arrowhead Campground, campers report enforcement of quiet hours after 9 PM, which may benefit families with young children.

    Water activities: Lakes provide swimming and boating options for families. Tara T. shares about Cedarock Park: "We hiked down with our stuff and set up at campsite 4. We were the only ones there for the weekend and there was ample space for setting up. We used the fire pit and the kids played in the creek."

    Tips from RVers

    Hookup availability: Several horse campgrounds near Pleasant Garden, North Carolina offer various levels of hookups. At Tanglewood Park, Kelly H. notes, "FHU and level. Nice roomy campground. Warm clean shower house."

    Vehicle accessibility: Horse trailer parking requires specific site considerations. Mandy L. shares about Cane Creek Campground: "Beautiful little park nestled into the woods! Our site (17) was on the opposite side of the real lake access and right across from the annual spots."

    Power needs: Electric service varies between campgrounds. Wesley L. notes that Tanglewood Park is "clean with no clutter, host greeted upon arrival, lots of access to hike/bike trails, near park with ponds, pool, ball courts."

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Pleasant Garden, NC?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Pleasant Garden, NC is Cane Creek Campground and RV Park with a 4.2-star rating from 6 reviews.

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