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Best Equestrian Camping near Sugar Grove, OH

119 Reviews

Sycamore State Park Campground near Sugar Grove provides access to well-maintained horse trails, though equestrian facilities remain basic. The park encompasses significant acreage with multiple camping areas that accommodate tent and RV camping for visitors bringing horses. All sites have fires allowed and feature picnic tables. The great horse trails are frequently mentioned by visitors, though they note trails can sometimes become overgrown during peak growing seasons. The park does not offer dedicated horse corrals, so equestrians should bring portable containment systems or plan to tie horses at their campsite.

Located within reasonable driving distance of Sugar Grove, Horsemen's Camp at Whitewater Memorial State Park offers more specialized equestrian camping facilities. The campground provides electric hookups with both fifty-amp and thirty-amp service for RV campers bringing horses. Equestrians have access to drinking water, restroom facilities, and shower amenities. Trail access begins directly from the camping area, connecting riders to the park's extensive trail system. Pets are allowed throughout the facility, and all sites can be reserved in advance through the state park reservation system. The campground's position provides convenient access to both wooded riding trails and open areas suitable for horse exercise.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Sugar Grove, Ohio (7)

    1. Kiser Lake State Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    Fletcher, OH
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 362-3822

    $25 - $55 / night

    "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."

    "This park is know for the lake that is kayak and canoe friendly since it doesn’t allow any kind of boat with a motor. It also features a beach , 2 playgrounds and several hiking trails."

    2. Buck Creek State Park Campground

    32 Reviews
    Springfield, OH
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 322-5284

    $29 - $160 / night

    "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."

    3. Sycamore State Park Campground

    3 Reviews
    Brookville, OH
    19 miles
    Website

    $23 - $200 / night

    "This park has such a variety of things to do. there’s a great disc golf course, really nice trails to hike with challenging hills and nice areas with shelters for grilling and parties and such."

    4. Hueston Woods State Park Campground

    46 Reviews
    College Corner, OH
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 523-6347

    $27 - $100 / night

    "The park is about 3000 acres with a beautiful sailing / fishing lake. There is a beautiful lodge and golf course, archery range, and plenty of hiking paths and equestrian paths."

    "This camp ground is pretty standard for Ohio State Parks. It does have a cool new sleeping option. Yurts! We enjoyed our time in the yurt. "

    5. Dayton Metro Parks (Five Rivers Metroparks)

    8 Reviews
    Germantown, OH
    31 miles
    Website

    $15 - $28 / night

    "This meant with two little ones we wouldn't have to constantly remind them to socially distance or put on masks.  We were alone but had plenty of park supports."

    "There's a great backpacking trail that's challenging and an easy middle meeting place for friends/family from Columbus and Cincinnati that can meet in Dayton Metroparks/Five Rivers - Germantown and take"

    6. Whitewater Memorial State Park Campground

    17 Reviews
    Liberty, IN
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 458-5565

    $20 - $33 / night

    "I came here and stayed in my tent (family had their horse trailer with camper) for a night during the chilly nights of October. I wish all campsites were like these - very, very spread out! "

    "Short hike to the lake. Great beach area and shower facilities. Pet friendly, horse trails, camp store. Liberty is a short drive and has all essentials plus J’s Dairy Inn 🤤"

    7. Horsemen's Camp — Whitewater Memorial State Park

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    Liberty, IN
    45 miles
    +1 (765) 458-5565

    $17 - $29 / night

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  • K
    Aug. 16, 2020

    Dayton Metro Parks (Five Rivers Metroparks)

    Twin Creek Metro Parks (Geronimo camp site)

    This is part of the Dayton Metro Parks (Five Rivers Metro Parks) and it is at the Twin Creek metro park.  This is an old boy scout camp (Camp Hook) back in the day. 

    During these COVID-19 times we wanted a place to park that wasn't the traditional Ohio State Parks camp site. We didn't want to share a common bathroom/bath house or playground area.  We picked this as the Twin Creek camp site only has 3 camp sites within the park.  Even then they are out of side from each other. You can somewhat hear the other two camp sites (rarely).  This meant with two little ones we wouldn't have to constantly remind them to socially distance or put on masks.  We were alone but had plenty of park supports. We had two great park volunteers/security stop by to make sure we had everything we need. 

    The nice thing about the Dayton metro parks is that each night in the front county camp sites they include a bundle of fire wood. This is not the small sad bundle that you often buy at gas stations or other markets.  This is a huge bundle. It is dry and cut in an easy to use manner. It is also kept in a little box so it is dry even if you do have weather while camping. If you wish to add an additional bundle of firewood the price is very reasonable at $10.00. I do this every time I camp there to support their campsites/metro parks. I have yet to use up their firewood in the box when I camp for a whole weekend. It is also nice that we don't have to put it in our cars so less clean up after camping. It also helps with the whole burn local fire wood so you are not transporting bugs. Or you don't have to cross your fingers and hope someone close by sells firewood. 

    The nice thing about their site is the additional tables made it easy for us to socially distance.  When I camp at local state parks and we only have one table it can be tricky to keep coolers, food, and people separated. We also were able to have kids do craft at one of the tables while we were preparing meals. This camp site is listed as a 10 person camp site. There is no water on site so make sure you bring all the water that you will need. 

    We also were able to hike the easy trails around the camp site. No need to put the kids in the car unless we wanted to.  Which we still did:) 

    We drove into town and discovered a covered bridge that I had missed on an earlier camping trip. (Germantown).  This town also has the Florentine which is one of the oldest inns in Ohio. It was closed while we were in town but it is well worth a stop. The town also has a community pool as well that you can buy a day pool pass. 

    The campsite does have two spots that would be neat for a wedding. You can reserve an amphitheater. 

    The campsites during peak season are $20 during week days and $28 for weekends. I still find this to be one of the best values for camping in Ohio. Especially, when you consider the level of privacy that you have on these sites.  The vault toilets are one of the best as they are always clean. We have hand sanitizer and toilet paper. We didn't have to share our vault toilet with any other family units. 

    All of these small touches really made COVID-19 camping with kids much easier. We look forward to being back at this camp site in the fall. 

    Here is the website to make a reservation https://www.metroparks.org/rentals-permits/reserve-a-campsite/?id=786190&api=facilities&type=camp

  • Mark U.
    Jan. 11, 2021

    Peaceful Nature Hideaway

    THIS IS VERY PEACEFUL AND SECLUDED AREA BEAUTIFUL WEATHER, KID FRIENDLY

    THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO JUST GET AWAY FROM EVERYTHING AND RELAX.  IT IS BEAUTIFUL TERRAIN TO RIDE ATV'S, HORSES, YOU CAN HIKE, FLY KITES, BRING THE KIDS POWER WHEELS OR BIKES YOU CAN EXPLORE THE CREEK OR JUST SIT IN THE SHADE OR NEXT TO THE FIRE AND TAKE IT ALL IN. ITS STILL ONLY 10-15 MINS FROM TOWN IF YOU FORGOT SOME SUPPLIES.

  • C
    Jul. 6, 2021

    Hueston Woods State Park Campground

    Great place to stay, just watch your reservation

    Hueston Wood, a real gem. The park is about 3000 acres with a beautiful sailing / fishing lake. There is a beautiful lodge and golf course, archery range, and plenty of hiking paths and equestrian paths.

    The biggest issue for us was the description of the site at C36 was nothing like the description. We approached the staff in the office and they expressed no concern in helping us. One camping family left due to the office staff's attitude.

    Ok, now for the positive! We met one of the volunteers, Gary, who was able to find us a site to hold our 34 foot motorhome. He made our July 4th weekend, couldn't have been more accomodating. 

    Sites have 30A electric and there is plenty of potable water available around the campground, just not at the site. Each site has a fire ring and a picnic table. At the A and B loop there was plenty of space around the site to spread out. 

    The dump station is fairly new and can accommodate 2 RV's. Though most site are grass, some have gravel, but the A loop sites are full hookup and concrete or paved (but not all flat). When setting reservation and with an RV over 20ft, shoot for A or B loop.

    The grounds are just beautiful, hiking trails great but not all marked well. A place we will return.

  • Brady R.
    Oct. 27, 2020

    Whitewater Memorial State Park Campground

    Horse Campground - Great

    I came here and stayed in my tent (family had their horse trailer with camper) for a night during the chilly nights of October. I wish all campsites were like these - very, very spread out! 

    Totally makes sense given that you have large horse trailers/campers and also horses at each site, but even then, they were very spread out and had lots of great space to actually enjoy nature. 

    In terms of trails, there was a starting access point at the horse campground for horseback riding trails that also led to the horse barn, but if you are wanting to hike, you have to drive, unfortunately. Another flaw is that the bathrooms in the horse campground aren't modern and they're pit toilets. Even with the cooler weather, they still wreaked and were not pleasant to use.

  • Chris C.
    Sep. 9, 2020

    Hueston Woods State Park Campground

    Fun campground for pop-up campers

    My wife and I had a great time visiting Hueston Woods and visiting the Raptor Center. Located north of Cincinnati along Ohio’s border with Indiana.

    We stayed here with our pop up camper and felt right at home. The bathrooms and shower houses could use some updates and there were no full hook up sites when we went but our site was nice and quiet.

    Our dog, loved the miniature golf and visiting Acton Lake.

  • T
    Mar. 4, 2023

    Whitewater Memorial State Park Campground

    Great for Tent Camping

    Short hike to the lake. Great beach area and shower facilities. Pet friendly, horse trails, camp store. Liberty is a short drive and has all essentials plus J’s Dairy Inn 🤤

  • Dave V.
    Nov. 1, 2019

    Hueston Woods State Park Campground

    A Relaxing Shoulder Season, Weekday stay

    Hueston Woods State Park, Oh.

    http://parks.ohiodnr.gov/huestonwoods 

    Campground Overview: Hueston Woods State Park is very close to Miami University...in the Southwest area of Ohio. The direction we traveled from the south took us on numerous winding country lanes through farm country that actually meandered in and out of Indiana and Ohio.

    (Disclaimer: I am a tent camper, preferring backcountry sites of solitude and privacy...so take my reviews of campgrounds with a grain of salt). 

    The campground area is separated not only by roadway, but a short walk, ride or drive from the reservoir, docks, boat rental beach area and tiny nature center. 

    The Campground Office sits at the campground entrance and does offer quite a bit of camping items for its tiny size should you have forgotten anything. The cabins and lodge are on the opposite bank of the reservoir. The tent site area was sparsely occupied and the particular area was empty that I chose. 

    All campground sites are line of sight, no barriers or buffer between neighbors(something I do not enjoy)...the trees are mature and tall so offer no privacy. Noise/sound travels so when full, you’ll likely hear your neighbors conversations. 

    Unknowingly, it appeared every weekend in October has a big Halloween emphasis, so the upper campground was sold out. I was advised the lower non electric loop would also be sold out...which reinforced my gratefulness for midweek camping. 

    With the vast old growth forests, dried/dead branches for firewood was plentiful for a chilly night(38) fire. We evaded the impending rain for once and pressed on. Weekend campers experienced heavy storms as we left. 

    There are several hiking trails and biking trails. Streams were dried up at our visit. A cool restoration covered bridge was a short hop from the campground. The lodge has a restaurant, a gift shop, an outside pool and a nicely equipped activity room for older kids complete with numerous arcade games, pool table, and ping-pong table. There is also a token tiny exercise center-Key card entrance for lodge stayers. The A-frame lodge, though nostalgic, needs some TLC and updating(especially the exterior). 

    Traffic noise is noticeable, especially during quiet hours. While not excessive, it’s disruptive. 

    Deer sighting were plentiful as were chattering tree rats...ahem, squirrels, sorry. Woodpeckers stayed busy overhead. At dusk an overly friendly“masked trash panda” encroached seeking to share my delectable and perfectly toasted s’more...having to be chased off(unfortunately, it appeared he has been fed by campers to be that bold). Other small birds were plentiful as were migrating Canadian honkers. 

    Housekeeping notes: In the larger non-electric loop newer restrooms existed...modern bathrooms and showers were clean and stocked with TP. No paper towels offered, only electric hand dryers. Bathroom stalls, like the showers, utilized shower curtains rather than lockable doors. In my tent area...antiquated wood shed pit latrines...that truly needed razed. 

    I did not have time to walk any trails, but talked with mountain bikers that spoke favorably. There were several marked trails near the reservoir area. 

    Final Thoughts: It was a nice choice for a stop-over as I drifted north. However, I would not want to stay when it’s busy or on the weekends. The reservoir beach and watercraft fishing appears a big draw...and I wish I had brought both my bicycle and canoe.

  • C
    Apr. 26, 2021

    Buck Creek State Park Campground

    Great quiet site

    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. Dump station near the entrance of the campground. Walking trails along the lake well cared for. Plenty of activity with playground and an outdoor theater. Plenty of water-front pebble beach for enjoyment in the summer. Close to the campground is the marina with a restaurant , but won’t open til Memorial Day.

    Addendum: July 2021 - was speaking with a number of people who have been here and they suggest not going during the summer. There is a large influx of rowdy locals who don't quite respect the peace and quiet many of us like.

Guide to Sugar Grove

Camping options near Sugar Grove, Ohio include both state and local park facilities within a 30-mile radius. The area sits in the western Ohio plains at approximately 1,000 feet elevation, with typically mild summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping season. Winter camping remains available at several locations, though water systems shut down from November through March.

What to do

Fishing access: Kiser Lake State Park Campground offers unique motorless lake fishing. "This park is know for the lake that is kayak and canoe friendly since it doesn't allow any kind of boat with a motor. It also features a beach, 2 playgrounds and several hiking trails," notes Andrea F. The 396-acre lake provides calm water ideal for non-motorized watercraft.

Hiking options: Trails range from beginner to moderate difficulty throughout the region. At Hueston Woods State Park Campground, "There are several hiking trails and biking trails. Streams were dried up at our visit. A cool restoration covered bridge was a short hop from the campground," shares Dave V. Most trails remain open year-round, though seasonal closures occur during hunting seasons.

Water recreation: Swimming beaches operate from Memorial Day through Labor Day at most parks. "The lake was calm and everyone was very respectful of us in our kayaks," explains Mandi B. about Kiser Lake. Lakes typically reach comfortable swimming temperatures by mid-June.

What campers like

Spacious sites: Dayton Metro Parks receives praise for site layout. "This was a lovely campsite with 4 picnic tables, fire ring, and a very clean latrine. The other two group camp sites were far enough away that you couldn't hear or see them," writes Kenpocentaur K. Group sites accommodate up to 25 people.

Quiet atmosphere: The less-trafficked campgrounds provide peaceful settings. "A hidden gem, super quiet, low traffic and decent fishing," notes Buck B. about Kiser Lake State Park Campground. Most parks enforce quiet hours from 10pm to 6am.

Lake views: Premium waterfront sites fill quickly during summer months. "We camped on lot 57 and the view of the lake was awesome!" shares Brad H. about Kiser Lake. Reservations for lakefront sites should be made 2-3 months in advance for summer weekends.

What you should know

Bathroom facilities: Quality varies significantly between parks and camping loops. "The new bathhouse is open year round," mentions Brad H. at Kiser Lake, while another camper notes "Bathrooms were very nice and clean" at Buck Creek State Park Campground.

Site differences: Electric versus non-electric sections often have different amenities. "The campground has no full hookups but does have electric. RV sites have a view of the lake. Sites are clean and paved," explains Aaliya B. about Kiser Lake State Park.

Wildlife concerns: Some campgrounds report active wildlife. "Watch out for the raccoons they are pretty aggressive and were all over our campsite. Clearly they are used to getting handouts, so keep your foodstuffs in your vehicle or well secured," warns John F. about Whitewater Memorial State Park Campground.

Tips for camping with families

Activity planning: Multiple parks offer regular weekend programming. "They do things with kids on many weekends. You can also rent canoes or paddle boats," mentions Aaliya B. about Kiser Lake. Most organized activities run on Saturdays from 10am-4pm.

Playground access: Several campgrounds maintain play areas. "It has lake activities, hiking, biking, fishing. Camping can be in tents or various cabins or even in the lodge. Lodge has a restaurant - food was good," shares Megan D. about Hueston Woods State Park.

Beach considerations: Swimming areas operate seasonally. "I used to come to their beach all the time as a kid, so this trip was so nostalgic to me!" recalls Desiree R. about Hueston Woods State Park. Most park beaches lack lifeguards, so supervision remains necessary.

Tips from RVers

Site selection: Choose carefully based on size requirements. "Large camp sites," notes John L. about Whitewater Memorial State Park, while Buck Creek campers mention "great rv spots and even better tent/non electric spots."

Seasonal considerations: Shoulder seasons offer better availability. "We love Hueston Woods! We have been there twice now and tent camp. A lot of the sites are large and have enough space for everything you need!" shares Maddy B. Spring and fall weekends typically see 30-50% lower occupancy rates.

Utility access: Water and electric connections vary by location. "The campground provides electric hookups with both fifty-amp and thirty-amp service for RV campers bringing horses," explains the camp description for horse campgrounds near Sugar Grove, Ohio. Most electric sites provide 30-amp service standard, with limited 50-amp availability.

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