Tucked into the forested hills of southern Ohio near Turkey Creek Campground — Shawnee State Park, the Equestrian Campground at Shawnee State Park is managed by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and designed for campers arriving with horses. Drive-in and hike-in access both apply. The site sits within forested terrain near a lake, with campfires and pets permitted. Fees vary, so confirming current rates before arrival is worth the step.
Description
A 58-site primitive equestrian campground with latrines is available near Bear Lake in Shawnee State Forest.
The horse camp includes 58 campsites with tie rails, latrines, and water for horses. Shawnee State Forest has over 70 miles of bridle trails, most of which are directly accessible from the camp. Campsites are available on a first- come, first-served basis.
Campingispermittedonlyinareasprovidedanddesignated for such use. Limited road-side camping is permitted during deer and turkey hunting season when camps are registered at the Forest Office.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsEquestrian Campground is located in Ohio near Otway
Coordinates
38.78236813178794 N
83.17784979930835 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage
VerizonNo Coverage- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 13 min from Huntington, WV
- 1 hr 46 min from Cincinnati, OH
- 1 hr 54 min from Columbus, OH
