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    Horse-friendly camping near Alexandria, Ohio is limited, though the region offers several state parks and facilities with outdoor recreation opportunities. Riders seeking horse camping near Alexandria should note that Alum Creek State Park features mountain biking paths and hiking options that could potentially accommodate horseback riding, though none of the campgrounds specifically list horse corrals as an available amenity. Alum Creek provides spacious campsites with adequate parking for vehicles, which might accommodate small horse trailers in some locations. The park maintains multiple recreation areas spread around the lake, requiring careful navigation between different sections when traveling with animals.

    Trail access varies significantly between parks in the region. Delaware State Park and Mohican State Park operate year-round and offer various accommodation types including tent camping, RV sites, cabins, and yurts, though specific equestrian facilities are not prominently featured. Pleasant Hill Lake Park Campground provides boat-in, drive-in, hike-in and walk-in access with tent, RV, cabin and glamping options, potentially suitable for day rides but lacking dedicated horse infrastructure. Riders looking for horse-friendly camping should contact individual campgrounds directly to verify current policies regarding equestrian use, as amenities and rules may change seasonally. Bathroom and shower facilities vary in quality and cleanliness, particularly during busy holiday weekends or following inclement weather.

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    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Alexandria (18)

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      1. Alum Creek State Park Campground

      4.4(80)22mi from Alexandria298 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Happened to be next to the park host. No choice of where to locate my large tent.  Showers/bathrooms were OK--older facilities.  "

      "There are tons of trails to check out all throughout the park. Kayaking on the northern side of the lake would be recommended. It gets too busy with larger boats in the main area of the lake."

      from $23 - $70 / night

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      2. Dillon State Park Campground

      4.2(26)27mi from Alexandria237 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "I camped at this state park in the very scenic rolling hills of central Ohio on a hot and sunny weekend and was happy to find plenty of shade."

      "I have been extremely disappointed with Ohio State Park campgrounds."

      from $24 - $160 / night

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      3. Delaware State Park Campground

      4.7(39)31mi from Alexandria206 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "This state park spans over 2,000 acres and is just north of the cute Ohio town of Delaware. "

      "Delaware State Park is a gem in the Ohio state park system. What is amazing to us is how few people seem to know it exists!"

      from $39 - $40 / night

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      4. Hocking Hills State Park Campground

      4.4(109)46mi from Alexandria209 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "There are lots of caves, trails, camping options and activities in the area. Be careful, however, every year someone is injured or dies going off trail, often falling from a cliff."

      "If you stay away from the main roads, you might feel like you're in a smaller campground."

      from $20 - $70 / night

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      5. Mohican State Park Campground

      4.6(48)39mi from Alexandria209 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Miles of well groomed horse trails available with creek crossings, steep hills and beautiful pine tree."

      "As part of a nearly 200-mile bikepacking ride, this was our last stop! We spent 2 nights in their "Class B" area down in the Mohican River Valley and loved it."

      from $27 - $220 / night

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      6. Korbel Campgrounds at Ohio Expo Center

      3.2(5)21mi from Alexandria359 sitesRVs

      from $60 / night

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      7. Deer Creek State Park Campground

      4.3(30)46mi from Alexandria224 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Some are smaller, close to neighbors while other have seclusion with trees. From past experience, if it rains, some of the sites do flood. We had great weather this weekend."

      "Enjoy a few hours or the day hiking one of eight trails or all of them. If you have horses take them out on the two loops especially for them. Lodge, campground, cabins so many options."

      from $39 - $52 / night

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      8. Burr Oak State Park Campground

      4.0(31)49mi from Alexandria72 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Wayne National Forest shares the area with Burr Oak State Park near Glouster, Oh. Wayne National Forest is split into three areas in southeastern Ohio."

      "The Blue Trail goes through here and provides a fun hike. There is a bathroom across the road and access to water at the entrance of the site. Showers are 15 minutes walk or a quick drive away."

      from $25 - $55 / night

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      9. Mohican Wilderness

      4.8(10)39mi from AlexandriaRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "They are full of amenities like: horse back riding, shooting sports, canoeing, playground, swimming lake, putt putt and more."

      "We come back to MW each year and try to get the same sites (323-322) as they are very private with access to the water while still being super close to the store and walkable to the bathrooms:showers."

      from $25 - $44 / night

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      10. Pleasant Hill Lake Park Campground

      4.0(10)41mi from AlexandriaRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Didn’t see much of the park on Friday,  but Saturday we went exploring and saw the marina, beach, horse camp area, and walked some of the bridle trails."

      "Positives: Lots are spacious

      • Lots of activities: WhoaZone, boating, fishing, horseback riding, near Mohican Adventures for rafting, hiking
      • Quiet and with friendly staff and seasonal campers
      • Large"

      from $27 / night

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    • Vicki H.
      Oct. 1, 2018

      Alum Creek State Park Campground

      Would be 5 star except for this

      Alum Creek is just beautiful, nice sites, most of them are at least partially shaded, lots of woods, hiking trails, the lake, it is what I think of when I think of State Park campground camping in Ohio. There are a couple problems. 1. Only ONE little dump station. This is a big campground, so if you're leaving Sunday, you better get up at the crack of dawn to get to the station, otherwise be prepared to wait in a long long line of RV's. We by-passed the long line and stopped at a different State Park campground on the way home and paid 10.00 to use their dump station. 2. They never answer their phone at the campground office. I mean NEVER. If you have a question you will just have to deal with the reserveamerica people who really know nothing other than what they read on the campground website. So basically you know as much as they do. It's maddening. We will go back, but it's a 2 hour drive so it won't be anytime soon.

    • Mary S.
      Jul. 16, 2020

      Alum Creek State Park Campground

      Alum Creek State Park

      This is a huge campground! I tent camped by myself--felt very safe.  Happened to be next to the park host. No choice of where to locate my large tent.  Showers/bathrooms were OK--older facilities.  Wish this park had a laundry facility--another Ohio park I recently stayed at had a fairly new shower facility that included a laundry facility!  Did not appreciate the waste management company emptying the dumpsters at 4:00 AM!!!  There is a huge, lakeside beach that was just packed with people (no social distancing) and there was trash everywhere--not enough dumpsters.  Near to shopping (Polaris), if you are interested.  Will try to get a lakeside site next time.

    • Shannon G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Oct. 17, 2020

      Deer Creek State Park Campground

      Small, but perfect site for us

      This was a last minute reservation and only available due to a cancellation. The campground was full for the weekend. The campground is pretty big with different types of sites. Some are smaller, close to neighbors while other have seclusion with trees. From past experience, if it rains, some of the sites do flood. We had great weather this weekend. The site we reserved had a hill right next to the passenger side/door side of your camper. If you had a big camper, it might be tight to open your slides and an awning. You most likely would not sit right outside your camper door. In fact, the fire ring is behind the site and up a small hill. We set up our ez-up in the back and out of the way, it worked for us. There was also a path that led you into the playground. Speaking of playgrounds, you will hear a lot of kids if the weather is nice. We were right across from the camp host (very nice lady) and very short walk to the bathhouse. The bathhouse had 4 flushable toilets and I think 3 showers. The showers did not have benches in the stall, only on the outside directly across. With a full campground, the bathrooms were kept very clean with the amount of people using it. We walked around and noticed a lot of bathhouses and another playground. We took a hike that led us to the lodge - it was an in and out and just under 5 miles. On our way back we stopped at the camp store which was well stocked with items you may need or not. There is a putt putt course, frisbee disc course, horse trails, dog park, nature center, golf course and more trails nearby. There are plenty of things to do if you like to keep busy or are trying to keep kids entertained. (The bees and stinkbugs were out and about while we were there.)

    • Kayla S.
      May. 16, 2020

      Mohican State Park Campground

      Awesome Horse Trails

      Miles of well groomed horse trails available with creek crossings, steep hills and beautiful pine tree. There’s a primitive horse camp as well, and places to tie horses at the entrance with high lines. Dogs are welcome to.

    • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 6, 2017

      Blue Rock State Park Campground

      It's moss I think....

      Blue Rock State Park is outside Zanesville, Oh off I70. Rt 60 takes you South and then you have a choice of routes in. Good Ohio farmland scenery.

      Out of the way, small camping area with basic sites. A cool feature is a few of the sites have pavilion type covered patios that you can pitch your tent in to help stay dry during inclimate weather.

      Otherwise the sites are close together. Though there are a few sites that are more off to themselves, they are still wide open with sparse tree cover.

      The restroom is basic, the showerhouse is located at the reservoir beach as well as the camp store and boat rental.The staff was very knowledgeable about the area and conversational.

      Several trails are in the area, the Horse Camp is up the road. In addition to this area there is the Blue Rock State Forest that offers several out door activities, check out their map and site online.

    • LThe Dyrt PRO User
      Aug. 7, 2018

      Hocking Hills State Park Campground

      Most Scenic camping area in Ohio

      This is one of the best state parks and in my opinion the most scenic. There are lots of caves, trails, camping options and activities in the area. Be careful, however, every year someone is injured or dies going off trail, often falling from a cliff. We have camped here in tents many times over the years. The state park campground is above par compared to others in the Ohio system. The naturalists are great and run many programs even in the off seasons. Fall is the best season, the foliage is awesome. Popular with Boy and Girl Scout groups. Campground has an outdoor pool.

    • Shari G.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 31, 2018

      Mohican State Park Campground

      Unexpected Treat in Central Ohio

      As part of a nearly 200-mile bikepacking ride, this was our last stop! We spent 2 nights in their "Class B" area down in the Mohican River Valley and loved it.

      The oddly named “Class A” camping area offers everything from full-hook up camping slots for campers large and small, as well as just electric sites and 10 “walk-in” primitive sites, and cabins -- all of which are reservable. This area has all the bells and whistles of a modern campground with an environmental learning center, a nice outdoor pool, clean showers and bathrooms, an extensive playground and hiking and mountain biking trails right out the front door.

      The “Class B” area offers 25 primitive sites on a first-come, first-served basis. It is almost 6 miles by road from the “A” services, but only a 2-mile flatish hike along the river trail. At these sites, there are only pit toilets and a water pump. Each site has a picnic table and a small fire ring. There is also a large group camping area just a few miles away from the primitive “Class B” area.

      Tubing and canoeing are available within the park, but there are also several canoe outfitters in the area which provide rental / pick up services. The sheer number of these businesses makes me think that summer time can be crowded!!

      Beautiful shaded trails meander all throughout the park and they boast some of the most challenging mountain biking in the mid-west, so read your trail maps. Hiking, equestrian and winter snowmobile trails also offer some great opportunities to get out and stretch your legs throughout the year. There is also a safe and convenient, bike lane / bike path into nearby Loudonville, which has a small grocery story and the usual fast-food restaurants.

      Note: The only reason why this park didn't get a 5 star was due to their customer service. It was absolutely lousy, confusing, and the young folks working behind the counter acted as if they didn't want to be there and/or hadn't been trained. We almost left, but since we had cycled 42 miles to get there that day, we chose to stay and enjoyed our time in their Class B sites.

    • Mary S.
      Sep. 23, 2018

      Hocking Hills State Park Campground

      Nice campground with even better hiking and scenery

      Old Man's Cave Cave Campground in Hocking Hills State Park is a large campground. At many of the sites, you'll feel like you're in a large campground. If you stay away from the main roads, you might feel like you're in a smaller campground.

      Choosing a Site

      • Study the photo of the site map included here to get a sense of where you might want a site. You'll be able to see electric/non-electric and reservable/non-reservable sites. There's quite a mix of sites and the map has a legend that will guide you.

      • A reservation is a good idea.  You'll definitely need one on weekends during the summer/fall, or you should arrive by Thursday for a chance for a non-reservable site for the weekend. I've been here in July and mid-September, and the park was crowded. I just keep an eye on reservations on reserveamerica.com.

      • Electric sites: I recommend sites 152-163, 164-172, and 141-151 because you are away from the main roads (long straightaways). In my opinion, sites 161-163, 150-151 and 171-172 are the best because you're at the end of spurs off a main road.

      • Full hookup sites: Sites 66-70 at the end of the full hookup stretch (24-70) are good. 

      • Warning about full hookup sites: There's some kind of pumping station behind the sites on the left as you enter so it's noisy all the time. If I wanted a full hookup, I'd avoid sites from #24 up to at least #35 because you're going to have constant noise. It probably doesn't matter when you're inside because units with full hookups typically have closed windows and AC/heat.

      • Reservable non-electric sites 81-93: I like #92 and #93 and the first couple at the beginning.

      • Non-reservable sites: #1-23 are electric and #76-78 are non-electric.

      Amenities

      • Picnic table and fire ring at sites

      • Swimming pool

      • Pay attention to the map if the location of showers and toilets is important to you. There are 3 showerhouses with showers, flush toilets and sinks. For some reason, the floor in the showerhouse near the pool was always wet and dirty even in September when the pool was closed. Other toilets throughout the campground are pit toilets.

      • Gray water disposal stations and potable water stations

      • Laundry facility near the shower house by the pool

      • Dump station

      Activities

      • Scenery and hiking are what make this park special...and crowded.

      • See photos that show a map and descriptions of 8 hiking areas. Some of these areas are outside the park, and you'll need to drive to the trailheads or take a shuttle ($5 fee). Ohio does a good job of consistently marking trails and posting information boards that show where you are and where you can go from your current location.

      Cell Phone Service: It's spotty. As you walk around, sometimes you have it and sometimes you don't!

      Cool Feature of Ohio Parks

      When you use reserveamerica.com, you can participate in a rewards program for Ohio state parks. We were able to apply points to stay free one night out of three.

    Guide to Alexandria

    Several family-friendly campgrounds surround Alexandria, Ohio with riding options within a 30-mile radius. The region features elevations ranging from 850 to 1,100 feet with mostly wooded terrain and rolling hills typical of central Ohio. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F during camping season with humidity levels often exceeding 70%, making water access important for horse riders planning longer excursions.

    What to do

    Horseback riding trails: Mohican State Park Campground has multiple trail networks suitable for different skill levels. "Great pheasant hunting," notes visitor Michael P., highlighting the park's multi-use trails that accommodate riders, hikers and hunters seasonally.

    Swimming options: Alum Creek State Park Campground provides a dedicated campground beach and boat launch, perfect for cooling off after a day of riding. "We had an absolute blast at the campsite! We stayed in L and the kids loved being close to the water. The campground beach is an absolute must," shares Jenny C.

    River activities: Mohican Wilderness offers riverside sites with water access. "We go every year and do the 20 mile kayaking trip, such a nice little spot along the river & the best way to kick off summer!" reports Lexi K., indicating the area's popularity for water recreation beyond equestrian activities.

    Guided trail experiences: Several campgrounds offer seasonal ranger-led programs. As one camper noted at Delaware State Park Campground, "All different kinds of campsites and the people at the camp office will be more than willing to help you out. They have sites that are all grass, sites with grass and woods and sites that are all woods."

    What campers like

    Spacious sites: Pleasant Hill Lake Park Campground receives praise for its layout. "Lots are spacious," notes Korinne K., who adds there are "Lots of activities: WhoaZone, boating, fishing, horseback riding, near Mohican Adventures for rafting, hiking."

    Natural separation: Privacy between campsites ranks high among visitor preferences. "This is probably our favourite state park we have been to thus far... The best thing about this campground is the fact that all the sites have privacy," reports Maddy B. about Delaware State Park.

    Clean facilities: Campground maintenance affects visitor satisfaction significantly. "Very well maintained, and showers better than the one I have at home. Clean. Trees," states Rob G. about Dillon State Park Campground, emphasizing the importance of functional amenities.

    Convenience to trails: Direct trail access from camping areas matters to equestrian campers. Mohican State Park includes "plenty to do for everyone... plenty of hiking paths in the campground and in the park area," according to Jill B., indicating easy access to recreational areas.

    What you should know

    Seasonal variations: Dillon State Park Campground experiences significant seasonal changes. "Many sites are not level. Many sites have NO shade. Only Electric available at each site," warns Gary O., suggesting spring or fall visits might offer more comfortable conditions for equestrian camping.

    Cell reception limitations: Connectivity varies widely between parks. Andrea F. notes about Mohican Wilderness, "No cell service with Verizon at this park," which affects communications and emergency planning for trail riders.

    Site reservation strategy: Popular equestrian-friendly sites book quickly. At Alum Creek, "the prices here are reasonable, however most sites are booked by seasonal campers who pay for the whole season... so all the choice sites (ie lakefront) are always taken," explains Catherine, suggesting advance planning is crucial.

    Water levels: Weather impacts trail conditions significantly. "Sites are nice with some sites able to boat up to them. Be careful with rainy weather, some sites have flooded in poor weather," cautions Katelyn P. about Alum Creek, a concern relevant to low-lying trail areas as well.

    Tips for camping with families

    Family-friendly facilities: Hocking Hills State Park Campground offers dedicated family amenities. "There is a swimming pool and even an outdoor theater. Clean bathrooms and heated showers," reports Meghan H., though she adds, "we stayed at the worst campsite there, it was downslope, and they had recently cut down many trees and the site was a muddy mess."

    Activity planning: Schedule around peak usage times. "The campground was really nice and quiet when we stayed there which was during the week and in the spring and not very crowded," observes Nancy W., suggesting weekday visits offer more relaxed experiences for families with horses.

    Site selection for children: Choose locations with natural play spaces. "My daughter had tons of fun exploring the woods connected to our site," shares Ashley R. about Delaware State Park, indicating the importance of sites with immediate natural access for children.

    Wildlife viewing opportunities: Many parks offer educational nature experiences. "We even saw a bald eagle this trip," notes Andrea F. about Mohican State Park, highlighting unexpected wildlife viewing possibilities during camping trips.

    Tips for RVers

    Hookup availability: Electrical service varies significantly. "Large campground but very quiet. Shower houses weren't amazing but well maintained," notes MaKenzie J. about Dillon State Park, where RV sites offer electric but limited water connections.

    Site dimensions: Verify space requirements before booking. "The sites are spacious and with the option to park your trailer where you want (grass sites)," explains Shannon P. about Mohican Wilderness, suggesting flexibility for larger equestrian rigs.

    Dumping facilities: Sanitation infrastructure differs between parks. "There is no sewer or water at individual sites but there is a dump station and water fill station near the park entrance," reports Nancy W., providing essential information for self-contained equestrian rigs.

    Seasonal access: Check road conditions during off-season periods. "Camping in the off season is our favorite time of year. This particular park has potable water on by the dump station and the dump station is open," advises Andrea F. about Mohican State Park, noting winter accessibility information important for year-round horse owners.

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