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Sites are modest but it's. A nicely maintained area. Sites are nice and flat and the people in the office are very nice.
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Van Buren State Park Campground offers camping facilities for horses near Toledo, Ohio. The horse camp includes recently installed pens for horses, providing an alternative to traditional tie-ups. The campground features electric hookups at most sites, though some campers report issues with electrical service at certain locations. The park maintains clean pit toilets but does not offer shower facilities. Located approximately 20 minutes from Toledo, the campground provides a quiet, well-maintained environment with two camping loops situated on flat, shaded terrain. Centralized well water is available throughout the camping area.
Trail riders can access numerous hiking and equestrian paths throughout Van Buren State Park. The terrain is relatively simple and suitable for beginners, making it accessible for riders of all experience levels. The RV dump station is located in a separate section of the park, requiring a short drive from the main camping area. Reservations are required and can be made online or by phone, with no walk-in camping permitted. The campground operates year-round and includes a playground for families with children. Nearby Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park also accommodates horses seasonally from April through October, though it experiences more road noise due to its proximity to I-94.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Toledo (4)
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."
51 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $31 / night
2. 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. 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."
Check Availabilityfrom $76 / night
4. Meadow Brook Campground
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $40 / night
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- 19 min from Monroe, MI
- 47 min from Ann Arbor, MI
- 49 min from Detroit, MI
- 58 min from Sandusky, OH
Equestrian Camping Reviews near Toledo, OH
30 Reviews of 4 Toledo 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.
Rick M.ScoutAdventure Bound Pleasant View
Scam company
Place is a joke, ran by two little piece of shit trolls with a god complex to over come the lack of achievement in there lives. They have zero management skills and even less people skills. Must be overcompensating for something.
Guide to Toledo
Van Buren State Park Campground caters to equestrian enthusiasts in northwest Ohio with dedicated horse camping facilities. The park maintains two distinct camping loops on level terrain with electric hookups at most sites. Located near Findlay and approximately 37 miles south of Toledo, this year-round park serves as a hub for riders exploring the network of bridle trails. The campground requires advance reservations through Ohio's online system, with no walk-in camping permitted.
What to do
Trail riding: Van Buren State Park offers multiple trails suitable for riders of all experience levels. "The terrain is simple for first time skiers," notes Kevin T., who visited in winter, suggesting the gentle landscape is equally accessible for beginning riders.
Cross-country skiing: Winter visitors can enjoy seasonal activities when snow conditions permit. According to Kevin T., "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."
Playground access: Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park offers family-friendly amenities. "My children loved it," reports Amber P., making it a good alternative for families with young children who want to bring horses to the region.
What campers like
Quiet atmosphere: The peaceful setting ranks high among visitor preferences. "Campground was clean and quiet, had electric hookups at most sites. Host was very friendly," shares Nicole G. about Van Buren State Park Campground.
Horse facilities: Equestrians appreciate the improved accommodations. Angie B. notes, "The horse camp is nice with some new pens to keep your horse instead of them having to be tied up," highlighting the upgraded infrastructure for riders.
Convenient location: The proximity to major highways makes these horse campgrounds accessible weekend destinations. Lindsay B. comments that "Van Buren State Park is very easy to access from I-75. It has tons of trails and a pond."
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Spontaneous camping trips aren't possible at these facilities. John P. explains, "You must reserve a spot by phone or online only, no walk ins. I made my reservation while standing at the visitor cabin."
Limited amenities: While the campground maintains clean facilities, certain conveniences are absent. "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," Shannon G. points out about her experience.
Seasonal considerations: Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park operates only from April through October. Mike M. cautions, "I arrived for a 2 week stay in the area on 11/12. I discovered this campground was closed for the season."
Tips for camping with families
Playground proximity: Selecting sites near recreational areas benefits families with children. Scott F. shares, "Kids loved having the playground so close to the camper," suggesting parents request sites adjacent to play areas when making reservations.
Budget-friendly options: Some flexibility exists for families facing reservation challenges. Monica S. reports, "Our plans were changed so we lost our reservation. However they let us stay for free at the back of the campground. No power or anything. But it was nice of them to help us out."
Advance planning: Given the strict reservation requirements and limited shower facilities, families should prepare accordingly. Shannon G. advises that while sites have "electric and water, no full hookup," noting the campground has a "nice playground for kids and plenty of trails."
Tips from RVers
Utility limitations: RV campers should verify electrical service before setting up. Alysha W. cautions, "Electric did not work at all sites," suggesting campers check connections upon arrival.
Dump station location: Plan for separate trips to dispose of wastewater. Nicole G. notes that "you have to drive to another area of the park for an RV dump," requiring extra time during departure.
Site selection: The campground layout works well for most recreational vehicles. Joseph N. describes the park as "flat, shaded, and comfortable," with "centralized well water," making it suitable for various RV sizes despite the basic amenities.
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