Within Bankhead National Forest, Owl Creek Horse Camp provides equestrian-focused camping managed by the USDA Forest Service. The campground offers both drive-in and walk-in sites positioned near Owl Creek, with basic amenities including drinking water and toilets. Nightly rates range from free to $5.
Horse campers can access campsites near Bankhead National Forest throughout the surrounding forest system. The creek proximity offers water access for livestock, while the Forest Service maintains the facilities specifically for equestrian use.
Description
The Owl Creek Horse Camp provides primitive overnight campsites for trail riders on a first come, first serve basis. The Owl Creek Trail System is approximately 26 miles and suitable for equestrian riding.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsOwl Creek Horse Camp is located in North Carolina near Mamers
Coordinates
35.3139503 N
78.9159174 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 20 min from Fayetteville, NC
- 57 min from Raleigh, NC
- 1 hr 3 min from Durham, NC
- 1 hr 11 min from Goldsboro, NC



