Jack D.
Scout
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 Sylvania, OH
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Van Buren State Park Campground features horse camping facilities with recently added pens for horse containment, eliminating the need for tying horses. The campground provides electric hookups at most sites, though some may not have functioning electricity. Clean pit toilets are available, but the campground lacks shower facilities. The camping area includes two loops of sites situated on flat, shaded terrain. A playground is located near the campsites, making it convenient for families with children. The horse camp area is separate from the main camping loops. Sites must be reserved in advance online or by phone, as walk-ins are not accepted. The RV dump station is located in a different section of the park from the campground.
Waterloo Recreation Area's Sugarloaf Modern Campground offers additional horse camping opportunities within driving distance. The park contains dirt trails suitable for riding and hiking. Most campsites receive full sun exposure, though some sites offer more shade and tree cover. The campground features grassy sites with electrical hookups and allows alcohol. Sites are relatively close together, particularly in the 60-72 range, which are more suitable for tents than RVs due to uneven terrain. The camp includes a sandy beach area with clear water for swimming, plus a playground and volleyball net. Mosquitoes can be problematic in the evenings, particularly during summer months. The modern bathhouse provides clean facilities for campers.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Sylvania (8)
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. Sugarloaf Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area
"Lots of trails within reach and a horse riding stable if that is your thing. Heard lots of wolves, saw lots of tracks but no animals. I’d like to go back in the spring and hike around some more!"
"It is usually easy to get multiple sites next to each other with reservations.
There is a decent sandy beach here with a playground and volleyball net."from $35 - $160 / night
Check Availability4. 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
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"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
Check Availability6. Rustic Equestrian Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area
from $20 / night
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8. Waterloo Recreation Area Cabins — Waterloo Recreation Area
from $100 - $108 / night
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Drive Time
- 7 min from Toledo, OH
- 24 min from Monroe, MI
- 39 min from Ann Arbor, MI
- 1 hr 7 min from Jackson, MI
Equestrian Camping Reviews near Sylvania, OH
44 Reviews of 8 Sylvania 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.
Jonah H.ScoutSugarloaf Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area
Excellent
We have been to this campground twice now. The property is very well maintained with a nice park and clean bathrooms. The campground has some nice full-grown trees, but isn't extremely wooded. It does not feel like you're up north, but I'm giving 5 stars because of how well it is maintained. The trees offer shade, but are spaced out enough that a group can pull their campers around for privacy
Guide to Sylvania
Van Buren State Park Campground and Waterloo Recreation Area's Sugarloaf Modern Campground provide notable horse camping facilities near Sylvania, Ohio. Both locations offer specific accommodations for riders seeking equestrian-friendly camping options in northwest Ohio. The parks maintain trail systems suitable for horseback riding through various terrain types including woodlands and open fields.
What to do
Winter recreation opportunities: Van Buren State Park remains open year-round with seasonal activities. As Kevin T. notes, "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."
Hiking and riding trails: The park system features dirt trails for both hiking and horseback riding. These trails wind through wooded areas and open spaces, providing varied terrain for outdoor activities.
Swimming and water activities: Waterloo Recreation Area offers water recreation at its beach area. According to Kevin C., the park has "a nice swimming area in crystal clear water," making it ideal for summer visitors looking to cool off.
What campers like
Playground amenities: Families appreciate the accessible recreation facilities. Scott F. mentions, "Kids loved having the playground so close to the camper," making it convenient for parents to supervise children while at camp.
Site layout and accessibility: Many campers value the practical arrangement of the camping areas. As Jonah H. notes, "The property is very well maintained with a nice park and clean bathrooms. The campground has some nice full-grown trees, but isn't extremely wooded."
Privacy options: Some sites offer more seclusion than others. Brendan V. advises, "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."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Operating seasons vary by location. Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park closes during winter months as one camper discovered: "I arrived for a 2 week stay in the area on 11/12. I discovered this campground was closed for the season."
Bathroom facilities: Restroom options differ between parks. At Van Buren, Angie B. points out, "They keep the restrooms clean, but no flush toilets, which dont bother me. My only complaint about Van Buren State park is that there are no shower facilities."
Electrical connections: Hookups may not be reliable at all sites. As Alysha W. notes, "Electric did not work at all sites. Pit toilets did not seem sufficient for all camp sites."
Tips for camping with families
Beach activities: Waterloo Recreation Area offers water recreation suitable for children. Kim S. reports, "Spent 4 nights and 5 days camping with my husband and 2 kids. We had fun and the kids had a blast. They rode bikes around the loop and loved swimming and the playground."
Playground proximity: Consider requesting sites near play areas when traveling with children. Sites positioned around the central playground area provide convenient supervision while still enjoying your campsite.
Loop riding: Paved camping loops provide safe areas for children to ride bikes away from vehicle traffic. The layout enables parents to monitor activity from their sites while children enjoy independent play.
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions: Van Buren State Park Campground has recently improved some sites. Shannon G. mentions, "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."
Dump station location: Plan ahead for sanitation needs. Nicole G. advises, "Only criticism is you have to drive to another area of the park for an RV dump."
Site selection for larger vehicles: Some areas present challenges for bigger rigs. Beth G. cautions, "Site was a little small for our 38foot - we had to go sideways which opened us up to other campers. Not my favorite."
Utilities availability: Most sites provide electric only. As Martin W. notes about Waterloo, "Absolutely love this place. Only downfall is no water hookups on site."
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