T
Teresa A.
Traveler
TravelerKiser Lake State Park Campground
Reservations are done online at reserveohio. Bathrooms and showers are really nice. Pretty surroundings.
Equestrian Camping near Mount Sterling, OH
8 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Search destinations
Add dates
Deer Creek State Park Campground provides equestrian facilities with dedicated horse trails and a separate horse camp area. The park maintains bridle trails that connect directly to camping areas, allowing riders convenient access to explore the surrounding woodland terrain. Campsites accommodate horse trailers with ample parking space and are designed specifically for equestrians traveling with their animals. The campground features electric hookups, drinking water access, and shower facilities for riders after a day on the trails. Horse owners note the well-maintained trails and convenient access between camping areas and riding paths. Camping photos and user guides for Mount Sterling, Ohio are available on The Dyrt.
Located approximately 20 minutes from Mount Sterling, Palmerosa Horse & Hike Campground offers 44 designated sites for equestrian camping with direct trail access. The campground provides essential amenities including drinking water, electric hookups, and shower facilities for riders. Trail riders have access to multiple path options ranging from beginner-friendly routes to more challenging terrain. The campground accommodates both tent and RV camping with thirty-amp hookups available. Trailer parking is conveniently positioned near campsites for easy horse access and monitoring. Sites include fire rings and picnic tables, creating comfortable basecamp areas after riding sessions. Very clean, well-maintained facilities and accessible trails characterize the experience at most equestrian campgrounds in the region.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Mount Sterling (12)
1. 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."
113 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $35 / night
2. Alum Creek State Park Campground
"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."
9 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $19 - $70 / night
3. Hocking Hills State Park Campground
"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."
1 Site AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $70 / night
4. 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."
44 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $25 - $170 / night
5. Korbel Campgrounds at Ohio Expo Center
Check Availabilityfrom $60 / night
6. Cowan Lake State Park Campground
"Autumn is the best time to camp in Ohio. Lots of small bathrooms. Lake access. Only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was due to the fact there was no quick reentry."
"Cowan Lake State Park is near Wilmington, Ohio and they have been making a lot of improvements to the park. It is a great location between Cincinnati and Columbus with easy access from the highway. "
105 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $25 - $170 / night
7. 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!"
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $35 - $40 / night
8. Pike Lake State Park Campground
"The lake is smaller, but nice beach area and pedal boats are fun. We hiked the Greenbriar and CCC Trails. They are not too challenging but beautiful."
"Ranger Review: Morsel Spork at Pike Lake State Park Campground Review:
We stayed at site 67 next to the camp host. The camp site was nicely shaded with a small creek behind it."
54 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $29 - $220 / night
9. Great Seal State Park Campground
"Equestrians, mountain bikers, and hikers seem to use this park often. Although no utilities... there is a shelter, restroom and trash recepticle. Campfires are permissible."
12 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $19 / night
10. 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."
38 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $21 - $55 / night
Drive Time
- 26 min from Columbus, OH
- 43 min from Springfield, OH
- 58 min from Dayton, OH
Recent Equestrian Camping Photos near Mount Sterling, OH
3 Photos of 12 Mount Sterling Campgrounds • uploaded by The Dyrt campers
Equestrian Camping Reviews near Mount Sterling, OH
364 Reviews of 12 Mount Sterling Campgrounds
- JJessica M.
ScoutAlum 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.
- 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.
- Tara R.Ranger
Deer Creek State Park Campground
Big a lot of wooded spots
Good family camping ground. Most sites are wooded, kids fishing pond. Good playground. Nice shower rooms. Free putt putt and good camp store.
- Tara R.Ranger
Cowan Lake State Park Campground
Bigger campground.
Have been here twice this year. Great campground. Big camp store with restaurant. Putt putt. Most sites and great, some have slopes. Kid friendly. Good hiking trails
- Marsha S.Traveler
Deer Creek State Park Campground
Beautiful State Park & Campground
My favorite state park in Ohio (so far). Very clean, lots of activities, nice size sites. Easy to get to from Columbus and lots of activities.
Guide to Mount Sterling
Deer Creek State Park Campground accommodates equestrians with designated horse trails and facilities near Mount Sterling, Ohio. The park offers two separate horse trail loops specifically for riders, providing miles of bridle paths through varied terrain. Electric-only campsites accommodate horse trailers with ample parking space, though no dedicated horse corrals are available on-site. The campground provides basic amenities including drinking water, shower facilities, and restrooms for riders staying overnight. Most equestrian sites are spacious enough for both camping equipment and horse trailers in the same location. Daily trail rides connect campers to scenic woodland areas throughout the park grounds.
Located approximately 20 minutes from Mount Sterling, the horse trails at Deer Creek offer riders access to both wooded areas and open meadows with occasional water crossings. Horse owners must bring their own portable corrals or tethering systems as the campground does not provide permanent equine containment. The main horse trails remain accessible year-round, though spring conditions can create muddy sections after rainfall. Trailer parking requires advance planning as the more spacious sites book quickly during peak riding seasons. Water access points for horses are available along the trails but not directly at campsites. The park maintains clean trail conditions with minimal obstacles for novice horses and riders. Camping reservations should be made well in advance for equestrian sites, especially during summer weekends when the campground frequently reaches capacity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular equestrian
campsite near Mount Sterling, OH?
Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Mount Sterling, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Mount Sterling, OH is Deer Creek State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 32 reviews.
What is the best site to find
equestrian camping near
Mount Sterling, OH?
What is the best site to find equestrian camping near Mount Sterling, OH?
TheDyrt.com has all 12 equestrian camping locations near Mount Sterling, OH, with real photos and reviews from campers.
Keep Exploring