Jack D.
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ScoutWayne County Fairgrounds RV Park
Sites are modest but it's. A nicely maintained area. Sites are nice and flat and the people in the office are very nice.
Equestrian Camping near Harbor View, OH
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Van Buren State Park Campground provides specialized horse camping facilities with several recently added pens for horses. The campground accommodates tent campers, RVs, and cabin users with both electric hookup sites and non-electric options. Located in Van Buren, Ohio, the park features clean, quiet camping areas arranged in two loops on flat, shaded terrain. Horse owners can keep their animals in the designated pens rather than having them remain tied up throughout their stay. The campground offers picnic tables, fire rings, and centralized well water access points. Camp hosts maintain clean pit toilets, though the facility does not include shower buildings. Some campers note the electric hookups do not work at all sites, and the dump station is located in a separate section of the park.
The bridle trails at Van Buren State Park connect directly to the campground, providing convenient access for riders staying overnight with their horses. The park maintains several miles of trails suitable for horseback riding through diverse terrain. Trail users report the grounds are well-maintained, making for comfortable riding experiences throughout the park's acreage. A separate equestrian camping area ensures horse owners have appropriate space and facilities for their animals. The campground requires reservations, which must be made online or by phone as no walk-ins are accepted. Trailer parking is available near the horse campsites. Water access points are strategically placed, though some campers mention difficulties accessing potable water. The park's natural setting offers peaceful surroundings for riders looking to enjoy northwest Ohio's landscape.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Harbor View (4)
1. Van Buren State Park Campground
"Since Van Buren State park is an easy 20 minutes away from home for me, i visit there often. it is clean and quiet, they dont get too busy and loud."
"It’s a small campground with one side as equestrian and the other side not. All sites had electric and water, no full hookup. There were only drop toilets and no showers."
from $35 / night
Check Availability2. Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park
"Friendly staff, clean park, close to supermarkets and other food locations. RV repair and sales nearby. I got lucky and woke up to a horse and dog competition at no extra cost to me."
"This isn’t a remote getaway, it’s a great spot that’s close to everything you need. Some reviews commented on the highway noise, I had no issues."
3. Adventure Bound Pleasant View
"The campground offers a pond for fishing , swimming pool , bounce pad , inflatable lake fun, dog park and mini golf."
"So there are no hiking trail and there is also a lot of golf cart traffic. They do offer a swimming pool , pond with inflatable slides , dog park , bound pad and miniature golf."
from $76 / night
Check Availability4. Meadow Brook Campground
"Primarily a seasonal camper location but I found many open tent sites on a weekday. Nice grassy spot to pitch the tent, a rare luxury."
from $40 / night
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Drive Time
- 14 min from Toledo, OH
- 25 min from Monroe, MI
- 57 min from Sandusky, OH
- 59 min from Ann Arbor, MI
Equestrian Camping Reviews near Harbor View, OH
30 Reviews of 4 Harbor View Campgrounds
Mike J.
TravelerWayne County Fairgrounds RV Park
Great stop over
This isn’t a remote getaway, it’s a great spot that’s close to everything you need. Some reviews commented on the highway noise, I had no issues. Staff was friendly and helpful, facilities were clean. There’s an illuminated walk path that connects to the Walmart which is super convenient.
- CCindy S.Scout
Adventure Bound Pleasant View
Decent/not as advertised
Our stay was in an RV Sept 2026. I had specifically requested and paid extra for a spot on the fishing pond to fish. Not only was there a lot of long-term campers at this resort, but the fishing pond was covered in duck weed over 3/4 of the water where my site was at, and on the day we left it was 100% covered with duck week. The duck week invasion was not mentioned to me when I called and made the reservation to be on the water. In fairness, I will say I caught some fish at the clear end of the pond before it was 100% covered.
The park itself was clean, quiet and decent. The staff were very nice. The Aqua fun zones water is not clear blue as advertised, it is murky, the 9 hole mini golf is outdated and should be called mini-mini golf as it is very small. The swimming pool and playground were as advertised. I cannot answer to the other amenities as I did not see or utilize them.
In conclusion, this campground could benefit greatly from some updating especially of the amenities as they are not what the pictures portray.
Jeanette W.
GuideWayne County Fairgrounds RV Park
Large Campground With Good Facilities
This Fairgrounds Campground has several combinations of hookups. There were plenty of available sites when I booked Site 93.
This site is on neatly mowed grass and it has water and electric connections. There are no picnic tables or fire rings. There are no trees or other vegetation to separate sites
The bathrooms are modern with showers that have plenty of hot water. The bathrooms were very clean.
Bookings online are easy. We arrived after closing and my documents were taped to the office windows with directions to my site.
We used our Starlink Mini and it worked well on a nearly cloudless day with unobstructed access to the sky.
I would definitely stay here again.
- BBrendan V.Scout
Van Buren State Park Campground
Cozy
Some of the sites are small so you have to be careful which you site you reserve if you’re a tent camper. The outside of the circle is your best bet and there’s a few scattered in the middle. If you can get a good middle spot it’s nice if you have kids since there’s a playground, swings, basketball, and tether court. No running water for bathrooms if that’s important for you. The park is also just off a country road so traffic can occasionally be heard but it’s not excessive. Grounds are very well maintained and the hosts were very nice.
Shannon G.
LegendVan Buren State Park Campground
Small and peaceful
We stayed one night on our way to IN. We’ve never been here before and wanted to check it off our list. It’s a small campground with one side as equestrian and the other side not. All sites had electric and water, no full hookup. There were only drop toilets and no showers. They were clean but I don’t think I’d want to do more than a weekend there. It had a nice playground for kids and plenty of trails to hike or go horseback riding. They also had a dog park and small wildflower garden. The check in cabin had ice and wood for sale but no store. Our site was really nice. The pads were recently paved and had a huge bumper at the end. The fire ring was nice and the site had plenty of space for tents.
- JJohn G.Traveler
Meadow Brook Campground
Motorcycle Tent Camping
Very friendly staff and clean facilities. Primarily a seasonal camper location but I found many open tent sites on a weekday. Nice grassy spot to pitch the tent, a rare luxury.
- Bill S.Scout
Meadow Brook Campground
Meadowbrook Park
Park is clean and tidy. Bathroom was clean. Plenty of hot water. Sites are spacious and level. Manager was extremely helpful. My truck didn't want to start so he grabbed his tractor and put our trailer on site for us. No charge for the dump station. All in all a nice stay. Only draw back is the constant trains right across the street blowing their horns going in and out of town.
Rick M.ScoutAdventure Bound Pleasant View
Scam company
Place is a joke, ran by two little piece of shit trolls with a god complex to over come the lack of achievement in there lives. They have zero management skills and even less people skills. Must be overcompensating for something.
Guide to Harbor View
Van Buren State Park Campground offers horseback riding and camping options across two distinct camping areas within 5 miles of Harbor View, Ohio. The park maintains specific facilities for equestrian campers including recently constructed horse pens. Temperatures in northwest Ohio range from winter lows near 15°F to summer highs around 85°F, with moderate rainfall throughout the camping season from April through October.
What to do
Cross-country skiing: Van Buren State Park provides winter recreation opportunities with simple terrain suitable for beginners. "I came cross country skiing here in early January and it was absolutely amazing. It is cold but the terrain is simple for first time skiers," notes Kevin T. about Van Buren State Park Campground.
Trail riding: The park features several miles of bridle trails accessible directly from the equestrian camping area. Horse owners can keep their animals in designated pens rather than tied up during overnight stays. "The horse camp is nice with some new pens to keep your horse instead of them having to be tied up," reports Angie B.
Explore nearby attractions: The park's location provides convenient access to regional points of interest. "Van Buren State Park is very easy to access from I-75. It has tons of trails and a pond," explains Lindsay B., adding that it's perfect "for getting out of town."
What campers like
Quiet atmosphere: The campground maintains a peaceful environment with well-spaced sites. "We stayed during the week for one night. Campground was clean and quiet, had electric hookups at most sites. Host was very friendly," shares Nicole G. about Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park.
Playground access: Families appreciate the centrally located recreation amenities. "Kids loved having the playground so close to the camper," mentions Scott F., noting the convenience for parents wanting to supervise children while at their campsite.
Level terrain: The flat topography makes setup easier for all camping types. "Its a smaller campground with only two loops of sites, but its flat, shaded, and comfortable," Joseph N. explains about the camping areas.
What you should know
Limited amenities: The park offers basic facilities without some common conveniences. "No showers, but clean and sturdy pit toilets with centralized well water," notes Joseph N. from Van Buren State Park Campground.
Site selection matters: Some locations offer more privacy and space than others. "Some of the sites are small so you have to be careful which site you reserve if you're a tent camper. The outside of the circle is your best bet," advises Brendan V.
Reservation required: The park does not accept walk-ins, requiring advance booking through official channels. "Our plans were changed so we lost our reservation. However they let us stay for free at the back of the campground. No power or anything. But it was nice of them to help us out," shares Monica S. about an unusual accommodation.
Tips for camping with families
Playground proximity: Request sites near recreational facilities for easier supervision. "If you can get a good middle spot it's nice if you have kids since there's a playground, swings, basketball, and tether court," recommends Brendan V. from Van Buren State Park Campground.
Noise considerations: Road proximity can affect sleep quality for light sleepers. "The park is also just off a country road so traffic can occasionally be heard but it's not excessive," notes Brendan V. about ambient noise levels.
Weekend-length stays: The basic facilities may limit comfort for extended visits. "There were only drop toilets and no showers. They were clean but I don't think I'd want to do more than a weekend there," advises Shannon G.
Tips from RVers
Electric reliability check: Verify hookup functionality upon arrival. "Electric did not work at all sites," warns Alysha W. about Van Buren State Park Campground, suggesting campers test connections before completing setup.
Dump station location: Plan for separate travel to waste disposal facilities. "Only criticism is you have to drive to another area of the park for an RV dump," notes Nicole G. about the logistics of servicing recreational vehicles.
Recent improvements: The park has upgraded several facilities. "The pads were recently paved and had a huge bumper at the end. The fire ring was nice and the site had plenty of space," reports Shannon G. about site conditions for larger vehicles.
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