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Best Equestrian Camping near Jefferson, OH

96 Reviews

Mosquito Lake State Park Campground accommodates equestrians with multiple camping options, though no dedicated horse corrals appear in the facilities list. The campground offers both tent and RV sites throughout the year, with a mix of shaded and open grassy areas ideal for horse trailers. Sites vary in privacy levels, with some featuring wooded borders and staggered fire pits creating natural separation between camping areas. The campground features toilets, trash disposal, and drinking water, though most sites have electric hookups only. Campsites near the water provide lake access, beneficial for horses needing water access after trail rides. Sites from 214-224 form a waterfront cul-de-sac with minimal privacy but excellent water proximity.

Trail riding opportunities connect to the surrounding parkland, with the flat terrain proving suitable for novice equestrians and horses. The campground layout allows for easy navigation with horse trailers, featuring a dual-lane dump station to facilitate efficient departure procedures. Nearby West Branch State Park Campground provides an alternative for equestrians, with year-round availability and electric hookups. For camping with horses, West Haven RV Park and Campground in Pennsylvania permits pets and offers reservable sites with water and electric connections. The region's trail systems accommodate varying riding abilities, though seasonal considerations affect trail conditions, particularly after rainfall when some campsites may experience flooding. A large dog park within the vicinity gives horses space to rest while smaller pets exercise.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Jefferson, Ohio (4)

    1. Mosquito Lake State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    Cortland, OH
    24 miles
    Website

    "This park is one of my favorites in Ohio at this time. Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails and even a fog park next to the lake."

    "The group next to us seemed a little rowdy when we first pulled in, but by 10:00 there was no noise anywhere near us. "

    2. West Branch State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Ravenna, OH
    45 miles
    Website

    "The bathrooms are clean and include a laundry and sinks outside to wash your dishes. Campground hosts and staff are friendly and helpful. Sites are roomy and clean. Lots of variety."

    "There is no WiFi and barely one bar of cell service; your best internet access is at the nice public library 7 miles away in Ravenna Sand beach is an easy walk from all camp sites and boat trailers can"

    3. West haven rv park and campground

    5 Reviews
    Girard, PA
    35 miles
    +1 (814) 403-3243

    "The site was nice, kinda secluded but could still see RVs and people driving around. Was pretty quiet though. A little walk to the restroom and water, but not bad."

    "Close to Lake Erie & Presque Isle."

    4. Starr Farm

    1 Review
    Polk, PA
    50 miles
    +1 (412) 628-0118

    $50 / night

    "This campsite was close to an archery tournament for me. It is a huge campsite that is remote and peaceful. I will try to get this place again next year."

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Jefferson, OH

96 Reviews of 4 Jefferson Campgrounds

  • B
    Jun. 1, 2019

    West Branch State Park Campground

    Camper friendly

    You need to make reservations well in advance for the “primo” sites. The bathrooms are clean and include a laundry and sinks outside to wash your dishes. Campground hosts and staff are friendly and helpful. Sites are roomy and clean. Lots of variety. If you’re into hiking, disc golf, kayaking, fishing, equestrian pursuits, etc, this is the park for you.

  • R
    Sep. 28, 2021

    West Branch State Park Campground

    Quiet park with nice amenities

    3 Immaculate bath houses all with laundry facilities, all sites have electric (no f-ing generators) and many have have water and sewer hook ups. There is no WiFi and barely one bar of cell service; your best internet access is at the nice public library 7 miles away in Ravenna Sand beach is an easy walk from all camp sites and boat trailers can be parked on your camp site Boat launch has a big trailer parking lot, too. There are hiking, equestrian and mountain biking trails in the park and launching off paddle boards is ok at the boat launch or the nearby beach Friendly staff and camp hosts!

  • Jim L.
    May. 22, 2020

    Mosquito Lake State Park Campground

    Dog Friendly

    This park is one of my favorites in Ohio at this time. Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails and even a fog park next to the lake.

  • S
    Jun. 29, 2020

    West Branch State Park Campground

    Equine Camping

    I loved to camp in the Horse camping area but this year they are allowing tent campers to camp there and it is just not safe.  There are multiple tents, sometimes in between horse campers.  There are children running around and since this in the back of the campground with no supervision, the campers are leaving garbage at the sites and in the fire pits. 

    There are two camp hosts in that area and they do the best they can to educate people on horses but most do not understand they were even booked in the horse camp nor do they understand that horses can spook.

    The hosts are trying to clean up after these bad campers and reporting them but there does not seem to be anything they can do. They would never allow this kind of thing to happen in the main campground.

    If the campers are allowed to camp in the horse camp then the horse campers should be allowed in the main camp.  I sure would  like a full hook up with electricity and water for my horse trailer. 

    Whats fair is fair.  Why even designate a section just for Horse campers if you are going to allow primitive campers to camp there. 

    Last year there may have been one or two tents here and there through out the season but this year the tent campers outnumber the horse campers.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2019

    West Branch State Park Campground

    Awesome state park with many amenities

    Ranger Review: Morsel Spork at West Branch State Park

    **Campground Review: **

    This state park was very welcome after our first two unlucky Ohio state park experiences. We had no trouble pulling in at 3 pm on a Sunday after Labor Day with no reservations and snagging a very nice spot (Site 50 backs up to Kirwan Reservoir). There are two loops that are on Jay Lake where there is a beach; it was understandable that there weren’t any water view spots that had not been reserved here. A very quiet park that is well-maintained with lots of amenities. Even the rumbling of the nearby trains was on the quiet side! Nice playground with toy stocked sandpit, volleyball net, cheap laundry ($3 per load, wash and dry), dishwashing sinks, showers, and clean bathrooms. There was even a step stool for kids to be able to reach the sinks. A staffed store(9am-7pm on Sunday, 11am-7pm Monday– Thursday and 9 am– 8:30 pm on Saturday) with basic supplies and, of course, t-shirts and sweatshirts. Some of the sites have a slight grade so be cautious when selecting. Many trees that provide separation between sites. Several short hiking trails. A side note: I only saw one non-Ohio license plate besides ours in the entire park, almost like it is an Ohio secret (not anymore!)

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    **Product Review: **

    As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I have the opportunity to test products. At this campground, I tested the large  Morsel Spork from Outdoor Element. I have to admit that when I unpacked my box from Outdoor Elements, I was surprised at how LONG our morsel sporks were(we have other sporks that are much shorter so I was expecting these to be a similar size) but then I saw a photo of someone using it with their freeze-dried meal and it was an aha moment! No need to dirty another dish because this mighty spork can reach to the bottom of the pouch with no problem! These sporks are also sturdier than others we have used. The rubber scraper edge is a nice touch – would be great for getting the last delicious bits of meals from the freeze-dried meal pouches and I’m thinking also in glass or plastic containers. A very nice addition to our camping tools.

  • Erin H.
    Jul. 31, 2016

    West Branch State Park Campground

    Great Find!

    Here's what's great about this campground situated at an easy drive from major cities like Columbus and Cleveland...its scenic, a fully loaded campground with bathhouses, parks, hiking paths, swimming resivoir with boat rental...we highly recommend renting a pontoon for the day and hanging out in the resivoir for swimming and lounging! It's both relaxing and nice to get away from the beach crowd!

  • G
    Jul. 21, 2023

    Mosquito Lake State Park Campground

    Great State Park Campground

    We just got back from our first trip to Mosquito Lake State Park Campground. All in all, it was a great experience. 

    We stayed in site 67, which is a waterfront site, with electric. The water is about 25 yards from the pad, but is visible from the entire site. The site was spacious, but not as private as some of the others. There is some woods between this site and the sites on either side, but other sites are visible. The fire pits and picnic tables were staggered, so it created some distance to make it feel more private. 

    The campground as a whole, was very quiet. We stayed from Wednesday to Friday. The group next to us seemed a little rowdy when we first pulled in, but by 10:00 there was no noise anywhere near us. 

    Most sites seemed pretty level from side to side, but where we were, several had a slope from front to back. Away from the waterfront, most sites looked pretty level. The amount of space between sites varied from site to site. Some sites had woods on both sides, while others were pretty open. Some had nice large grassy areas, others were much smaller. Sites from 214-224 are in a cul de sac and are water front, but they were pretty close together with very little privacy between sites, if any. They are very close to the water though. 

    There are bathrooms and water scatter about, but from what I saw there was only 1 shower house. 

    Wal-mart and other shopping and restaurants were about 3 miles away. Park was easy to get to, only one turn for us off the highway. Lake was great for kayaking and paddleboarding. Very nice dog park in a different part of the park. There is a boat launch accessible from inside the campground. 

    Dump station has 2 lanes which was nice when checking out. Fresh water fill up was also located near the dump station.

  • Jennifer D.
    Sep. 20, 2021

    West Branch State Park Campground

    Clean, private oasis

    Stayed in two different areas of West Branch State Park while visiting Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Very impressed with large, clean bath houses, including fully private showers. Sites were very large and spread out, visit bing lots of nice privacy. Though we did not take advantage, the park also offered horse bridle trails, mountain biking and water activities on the lake. What a gem!

  • Liv L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 22, 2018

    West Branch State Park Campground

    A little Secret in Ohio

    Beautiful area for a get away in Ohio. The beach is never too packed. You can take kayaks out and venture off around the shores.

Guide to Jefferson

Horse camping in Ohio offers a unique experience for equestrian enthusiasts, combining beautiful landscapes with facilities tailored for both riders and their horses.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • West Branch State Park Campground provides opportunities for kayaking and paddleboarding, perfect for those looking to enjoy water activities after a day of riding.

Tips for equestrian camping near Jefferson, Ohio

  • Consider staying at Starr Farm for a peaceful retreat, where you can enjoy wide-open meadows and wooded areas that offer privacy and tranquility for both you and your horse.

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