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Reservations are done online at reserveohio. Bathrooms and showers are really nice. Pretty surroundings.
Equestrian Camping near Lewis Center, OH
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Limited horse camping options exist in the immediate Lewis Center, Ohio area. Alum Creek State Park Campground, approximately 7 miles from Lewis Center, offers camping facilities but lacks dedicated horse corrals or equestrian-specific amenities according to available data. While the park maintains bridle trails in a separate area of the property, the main campground does not feature designated horse camping facilities. The campground provides standard amenities including electric hookups, water access, showers, and sites that accommodate tents, RVs, and cabins. The sites are notably spacious with good privacy between camping spots due to trees and vegetation.
Nearby Delaware State Park Campground, located about 15 miles north of Lewis Center, similarly does not indicate specialized equestrian camping facilities in the available data. Riders seeking horse camping with appropriate facilities may need to venture farther from Lewis Center to parks like Mohican State Park or Pleasant Hill Lake Park, which have more extensive trail systems but still lack horse corrals according to the data. Most campgrounds in the region require horses to be tethered at campsites rather than providing dedicated corrals or stalls. Trail access varies seasonally, with some paths becoming unsuitable for riding during wet weather periods. Trailer parking availability should be confirmed when making reservations.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Lewis Center (11)
1. Alum Creek State Park Campground
"First off we have to say that Ohio State Park campgrounds are some of the best we’ve ever stayed in."
"Spent three nights here while we were visiting friends in Lewis Center. We stayed in F09 and it was a great spot. Lots of protection on both sides so it was very secluded."
11 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $19 - $70 / night
2. Delaware State Park Campground
"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!"
9 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $35 - $40 / night
3. Korbel Campgrounds at Ohio Expo Center
Check Availabilityfrom $60 / night
4. Mohican State Park Campground
"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."
18 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $23 - $220 / night
5. Buck Creek State Park Campground
"A well manicured campground just outside Dayton, easy to get to, back in pavement site with 30A electric, picnic table and fire pit. Plenty of potable water spigots around, just not at the site."
"I did not spend enough time here to give a thorough review, but what I will say is that this site is nice if you need a campsite for a couple nights while passing through Ohio."
49 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $25 - $160 / night
6. Deer Creek State Park Campground
"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."
123 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $35 / night
7. Dillon State Park Campground
"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."
82 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $160 / night
8. Mohican Wilderness
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $44 / night
9. Kiser Lake State Park Campground
"I may be biased, with it being close to home, but they have a lot for the kids to do. Beach, volleyball net, playground. Plenty of water locations. For me the bathrooms are unusable."
"Pretty surroundings."
41 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $21 - $55 / night
10. Pleasant Hill Lake Park Campground
"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"
Check Availabilityfrom $27 / night
Drive Time
- 18 min from Columbus, OH
- 56 min from Mansfield, OH
- 57 min from Springfield, OH
- 1 hr 14 min from Dayton, OH
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Lewis Center, OH
306 Reviews of 11 Lewis Center Campgrounds
Mike H.
ScoutMohican Wilderness
best one we've been to
We camped here for the first time this year and ended up booking 2 more trips here. We just finished our last trip. We love this campsite. No other place has sites this big and give you this much space. Awesome place to camp
- JJessica M.Scout
Alum Creek State Park Campground
Nice Suburban Campground
Right close to Columbus this campground is a staple for locals trying to just get away for the weekend. There is an amphitheater, a camper’s beach, nature center, and more all within the campground. Alum creek state park is a larger facility surrounding the campground with a public beach, walking paths, mountain bike trails, archery range, hunting areas, boat marina and more. The public beach is rather gravelly but has nice shower houses and grills available. We are attending during fall fest where they put on many activities for the campers and it is a lot of fun. You have to reserve 6 months in advance to be able to get in on fall fest unless there is a last minute cancellation. Our site is relatively flat parking, we didn’t need to level the rig. It did rain the morning we got here and the area around the fire pit was a bit muddy. The view out the back of this camp site is nice and wooded, you’re not looking at your neighbors out the back window. The sides you can definitely see each other but it’s still wooded and secluded enough between the sites here.
Tara R.
RangerDelaware State Park Campground
Love this one!
Great campground. My favorite is each loop has their own shower house! Nice playgrounds for kids. Nice private sites. Lots of woods and trails. Good lake for boating fishing and kayaking. Park is very clean and well maintained. They have a kids fishing pond! It’s also great for biking.
- AAndy B.Ranger
Mohican Wilderness
Site 321 and 320
we come back to MW a few times each year as the access to the river and quiet nature of the campground is great. The playground is nice, the store is clean and well stocked.
- Tara R.Ranger
Buck Creek State Park Campground
Great campground!
This one is the closest to home! We love it here. Great Lake/reservoir for boating, kayaking swimming and fishing. Two Nice shower houses. Playground. Camp store! Updated fhu sites. Has a good size marina with Store in nature Center. Park is great for riding bikes.
- Tara R.Ranger
Kiser Lake State Park Campground
Very surprised by this small campground!
Very small campground, not much privacy between the sites. But is very nice all around. Nice big lake, nice shower house, nice camp store. It has a nice beach. Very well maintained lake .
- Tara R.Ranger
Alum Creek State Park Campground
Very nice big campground
This campground is huge. Great for biking. Nice lake for fishing, boating and kayaking. There is a campers beach in campground. Many sites have water access. Small fishing pond. Very nice camp store. Big, wooded sites.
- FFern B.
GuideMalabar Farm State Park Campground
Peaceful and Primitive
Second time here. Quiet, except for the birds chirping.
Only 3 other campsites in use on an August weekend.
Water and pit toilet.
Enough At&t cell service to connect, but it's not great.
Guide to Lewis Center
Limited equestrian camping facilities exist near Lewis Center, Ohio. Alum Creek State Park Campground provides standard camping options with tent, RV, cabin, and glamping accommodations, but does not offer dedicated horse corrals or specialized equestrian facilities. The park features hiking and mountain biking trails that connect to the campground areas, though specific bridle trails for horseback riding are limited within the immediate camping vicinity. Sites at Alum Creek offer good privacy with trees and natural foliage between campsites.
Delaware State Park Campground, located approximately 15 miles north of Lewis Center, similarly lacks designated equestrian camping areas. Both parks permit pets but have no specialized horse accommodations such as corrals, stalls, or designated trailer parking areas. The campgrounds maintain clean facilities with drinking water access and trash disposal, but equestrians looking for horse-specific amenities will need to plan accordingly. Most sites throughout these parks can accommodate standard vehicles but lack the extensive parking needed for horse trailers and associated equipment.
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