Top Horse Camping near Youngstown, OH

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Youngstown, OH (9)

    Camper-submitted photo from West Branch State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from West Branch State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from West Branch State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from West Branch State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from West Branch State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from West Branch State Park Campground

    1. West Branch State Park Campground

    66 Reviews
    222 Photos
    380 Saves

    This recreation area is part of Michael J Kirwan Lake

    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Cabins
    Camper-submitted photo from Mosquito Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mosquito Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mosquito Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mosquito Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mosquito Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mosquito Lake State Park Campground

    2. Mosquito Lake State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    70 Photos
    95 Saves

    This recreation area is part of Mosquito Creek Lake

    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Cabins
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Creek State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Creek State Park
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    3. Beaver Creek State Park

    17 Reviews
    38 Photos
    59 Saves

    Campground Closed for Renovation: The campground on Leslie Road will be completely unavailable during renovations beginning October 20, 2019. NOTE: A one-lane bridge on Echo Dell Road CANNOT accommodate vehicles with trailers or RVs. You must approach the Park Office, Wildlife Education Center, Gaston's Mill, and Pioneer Village from the south if you are traveling in a large vehicle.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $18 - $50 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Creek State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Creek State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Creek State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Creek State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Creek State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Creek State Park

    4. Raccoon Creek State Park

    48 Reviews
    126 Photos
    249 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $25 - $40 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Moraine State Park Group Camping and Cabins
    Camper-submitted photo from Moraine State Park Group Camping and Cabins
    Camper-submitted photo from Moraine State Park Group Camping and Cabins
    Camper-submitted photo from Moraine State Park Group Camping and Cabins
    Camper-submitted photo from Moraine State Park Group Camping and Cabins

    5. Moraine State Park Group Camping and Cabins

    9 Reviews
    5 Photos
    46 Saves

    From the website: Primitive tenting not allowed, only group camping as described below. Backpacking site (shelter) with permit. Update 9/14/2020: All state park day-use and overnight lodging facilities are open according to standard seasons and hours. Group cabin camps remain closed for 2020. Modern Cabins Eleven modern cabins are available for rent year round. These cabins sleep six people and have: Two bedrooms Bathroom with shower Kitchen Dining/living area Electric heat Dock on Lake Arthur during the summer season Renters must provide: Linens Towels Cookware Tableware Play equipment for children is in a central area. This activity or structure is ADA accessible. Dogs are permitted in Cabins #7 and #11 for a fee. Moraine State Park Cabin Map (PDF) GPS DD: Lat. 40.96586 Long. -80.11389 No Camping Camping is prohibited in the park. Private campgrounds nearby offer camping. Information is available at the park office. Backpacking The Link Road Overnight Shelter on the North Country National Scenic Trail is available to backpackers by reservation only. Organized Group Tenting There are two tent camping areas available for organized groups: Muskrat Cove Five Points These rustic camps have: Restrooms Picnic tables Cooking grills Water, but no showers Advance reservations are required. To reserve a group tent campsite, call 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757), Monday to Saturday, 7:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. except on the Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day holidays.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo from Jefferson Lake State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Jefferson Lake State Park

    6. Jefferson Lake State Park

    7 Reviews
    2 Photos
    11 Saves

    Sites 25, 27, 29, 31 & 32 are electric.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Starr Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Starr Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Starr Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Starr Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Starr Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Starr Farm

    7. Starr Farm

    1 Review
    7 Photos
    12 Saves

    500 acres Heavily forested hardwood stand with lots of wildlife and activities in Northwestern Pennsylvania. Many trails for hiking, biking. Peaceful solitude.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $50 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Danner Primitive Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Danner Primitive Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Danner Primitive Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Danner Primitive Campground
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    8. Danner Primitive Campground

    1 Review
    13 Photos
    20 Saves

    Primitive Camping Area; Permit required for more than one night stay.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Equestrian
    • Drinking Water
    • Toilets
    Camper-submitted photo from Canton-East Sparta KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Canton-East Sparta KOA

    9. Canton-East Sparta KOA

    4 Reviews
    2 Photos
    10 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

Recent Equestrian Reviews In Youngstown

128 Reviews of 9 Youngstown Campgrounds


  • Aaron B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Creek State Park
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Beaver Creek State Park

    Warm Days, Cool Nights--No Frills Camping

    When you pull into Beaver Creek Family Campground you pretty much have two choices: either you go left into multiple Pine tree sites or right into two cabins and more RV friendly open sites.  A few of the RV sites have electric, but no water for their tanks.  I suggest the pine sites for any tent or hammock campers.  I stayed in one of the first set of 3 pine sites numbered 43, 44, and 45.  There is some brush and cover between these sites, but each has a pull in parking pad.  If 45 was occupied with a RV, 44 would not be as nice as it was.  Backing into 44 and 45 would be tricky as well.  To be fair any larger RV that came in better know how to get through tight quarters.

    The back area of each of those 3 sites looked best to get even ground for a tent.  My buddy hung his hammock between the tree to the left of the picnic bench and to a tree back and left in the picture of site 44.  Site was fairly clean, but be sure to move the pine tree duff away from the fire pits to be safe. 

    Probably the nicest pit toilets I have experienced and while we didn't use, it the sun shower building would give anyone privacy if they had packed a portable shower.  Lots of trails to choose from and the pioneer village in the state park gives you many options to spend the day.  Had some luck fishing at the Canoe/Kayak area in the South East area of the park close to the Group Camp Sites.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Starr Farm
    Jun. 20, 2024

    Starr Farm

    Very relaxing place

    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.

  • Teri A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Jefferson Lake State Park
    May. 4, 2024

    Jefferson Lake State Park

    Peace and quiet with level pads.

    Perfect for our little Scamp trailer. Only 5 big electric sites, no showers or potable water. As a result it was so peaceful! We loved our rainy stay. There are some lovely hiking trails around the lake and spillway. But lately there has been no swimming because of blue green algae.

  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mosquito Lake State Park Campground
    Feb. 12, 2024

    Mosquito Lake State Park Campground

    Lots to do for the whole family

    My wife and I stayed here in late September so it wasn't overly crowded. The camp sites were fairly spacious and level. There seemed to be water fill stations scattered around the campground for convenience. I was actually able to fill me fresh water tank from one near by. The campground is fairly large and we rode our bikes around quite a bit, including our to the campground store at the entrance. There were numerous playgrounds and activities for kids. They have full hookup sections, but most of the campground is electric only. All in all the best review I can give is to say that we would go back.

  • G
    Camper-submitted photo from Moraine State Park Group Camping and Cabins
    Jul. 29, 2023

    Moraine State Park Group Camping and Cabins

    Limited camping

    Moraine State Park doesn't allow camping within the park and there is no campground affiated with park. The one exception is along the North Country Trail, there are 2 rustic shelters that must be reserved through the park office. There are several private campgrounds in the area

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    Camper-submitted photo from Mosquito Lake State Park Campground
    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.

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Mosquito Lake State Park Campground
    Jul. 16, 2023

    Mosquito Lake State Park Campground

    Helpful Staff and a few waterside sites

    Booked a one night stay a day ahead of time on Ohio State Park site with full hookup.  when we arrived the site had been given away by staff to move someone from a noisy area.  Gave us the choice of a couple of other electric only sites.  Found one right near the water and couldn't have been happier!  Site 222 was on a cul de sac right across from the water.  Site is probably under water in early year.  Had a Pileated woodpecker visit us within 10 yards.

    Can't say how nice Wilma from the park office was.  She was very apologetic and at the end of our stay gave us a gift card to use for another stay.  Both Wilam and the camp host checked on us to make sure we were happy.

    Bring your kayaks and bikes.

  • Mel C.
    Camper-submitted photo from West Branch State Park Campground
    Sep. 12, 2022

    West Branch State Park Campground

    Nice Stay, Clean Facilities

    The facilities were clean. The campground was quiet as much as can be expected. There are no restrictions on dogs and there was a bit of barking but nothing excessive. Our campsite had a flat area for the tent however it was set below parking level. While nice for privacy, the rain on our last day quickly ran down the slope and saturated our area. Site #197

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Creek State Park
    Aug. 19, 2022

    Beaver Creek State Park

    A perfect one night trip

    The sites that were around us had a perfect view of the Beaver Creek Valley. Our site was more in the corner with trees and brush blocking the view but we still enjoyed our site. Check in was easy since you can go right to your site and they have your trip details already pin to you campsite post. We stayed during the week so we didn’t share the campground with that many people. The campground was mixture of large sites and some small sites. The smaller sites were near the playground. We were thoroughly impressed by this campground, even if it was a smaller state park. We only stayed a night but we had a really nice and relaxing time at the state park. We were able to check out two of there trails but they have a quite a few trails. They had the pioneer village which was cute and interesting to walk through. Overall, a perfect low stress one night trip.

  • not S.
    Camper-submitted photo from West Branch State Park Campground
    Aug. 3, 2022

    West Branch State Park Campground

    Family Favorite

    Many lakefront sites. Quiet, woodsy and very well-maintained state park  campground. Great showerhouses and very nice playground. We love the small campers beach near site 160. Not much hiking at West Branch, but both Cuyahoga Valley NP and Summit Metroparks are a short drive. Treat yourself to a meal at the A&W Root Beer Stand in nearby Ravenna. Minor league Rubberducks play at Canal Park in Akron (approx 30 min. drive). There are also many free or low-cost concerts at Akron's Lock 3.

  • Jennifer K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Creek State Park
    Jun. 25, 2022

    Beaver Creek State Park

    Crowded and noisy

    If you like peace and quiet this is not the place. No privacy. Dogs barking constantly, cars driving up and down the road constantly...kids screaming and running up and down the road especially young ones that definitely need adult supervision. Most of the sites are small and too close together. Not much room to maneuver a trailer into the narrow uneven pads. The rest of the site was full of rocks, cigarette butts and bottle caps. Came for a relaxing weekend and so far just been annoyed by rude people. Drinking water available but rvs are not allowed to fill tanks. Vault toilets. Full at&t reception. Quiet time 10pm-7am

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from West Branch State Park Campground
    Jun. 21, 2022

    West Branch State Park Campground

    Fantastic campground!

    This campground is by far my favorite new place this year. Tons of activities to do, especially my toddler! The playground is extremely age friendly for every kid there. The beach is a well taken care of place for anyone to have access to cool down on the hot days!

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Jefferson Lake State Park
    Jun. 21, 2022

    Jefferson Lake State Park

    Ohio website (and several others) need updating...

    We picked this campground because of it's proximity to an event we were doing and because it had showers. There are showers...but they look as if they've been boarded up for several years and are definitely NOT functional - they are also down by the lake and not actually at the campground. We ran a mud run and ended up having to wash mud off in the lake before going back to our tent. Prior to reserving I did try calling the park office but was never able to get a hold of anyone - there was also no one working the check in station when we arrived and our neighbors who had been at the campground for 2 days prior to us said they hadn't seen anyone at the station since they arrived either.

    They also advertise a water filling station but neglected to mention that it is non-potable water so if thats something you're looking for then keep that in mind.

    The majority of the campsites are also so hilly that you can't put a tent up on a flat spot. We ended up sliding downhill all night because the space we rented was on a hill (and you can't tell in the photos they provide online).

    The one redeeming quality was the bathrooms do look new and kept clean

    Overall not thrilled with the campground. Very tightly packed spaces and majority are on a hill. No working showers or potable water.

    If you're looking for a place for a camper then it would probably be fine since the parking spaces were pretty flat but for a tent I would look elsewhere

  • Tiffany C.
    Camper-submitted photo from West Branch State Park Campground
    Jun. 15, 2022

    West Branch State Park Campground

    Fantastic campground

    #10 has a nice view of the water. Showers are hot, bathrooms are clean, and there are coin operated laundry machines. There is a park and a small beach near site 164 that was pretty busy. There is a boat launch area and plenty of day use areas to picnic near the water. Beautiful views! Would definitely recommend for solo campers and families alike. About 30 min from Cuyahoga Valley NP.

  • Kaitlin B.
    Camper-submitted photo from West Branch State Park Campground
    Jun. 14, 2022

    West Branch State Park Campground

    Nice state park

    The spots were decent size and lots of trees. It was right on a lake but you can't really see the lake from the campsites. They do have lake access. The bathhouse was very nice with own separate shower stalls.

  • Timothy B.
    Camper-submitted photo from West Branch State Park Campground
    Jun. 13, 2022

    West Branch State Park Campground

    Relaxing

    This beautiful, big site came open last night. First time camping here. It's only 30 mins from home. Very clean, private sites, great views at no extra charge. I love the large wash sinks. Will definitely come back.

  • Natalee M.
    Camper-submitted photo from West Branch State Park Campground
    Jun. 6, 2022

    West Branch State Park Campground

    Nice Family Campground

    We camped here with our Littles for a chill birthday outing. We had a very nice secluded spot but I can't remember the site number. The kids loved that we were able to walk to the beach and the bathrooms were close but not too close.

  • Darrel and Mary W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Creek State Park
    May. 10, 2022

    Beaver Creek State Park

    Finally out, nice weekend

    I’ve always loved this quite, small campground. It’s been closed over the last 2 seasons due to the Ash bore, but the future is bright for this area.

    Be sure to take in the Pioneer Village

  • Casey L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Danner Primitive Campground
    Apr. 11, 2022

    Danner Primitive Campground

    Nice Primitive Campground

    I have not yet camped here but passed it on my hike the other day and knew I hadn’t seen it in the Dyrt yet, so I wanted to add it for others. This is a hike in or paddle in only campground. The shortest distance is about 2 miles from the trailhead at the Kennerdell bridge, but there are other trailheads throughout the tract also. This is meant more to be a stop along a paddling or hiking trip than a destination camping trip - you must get a permit to stay more than one night. They are first come first serve. There are 8 sites spread out along the edge of the river, some being closer together than others. They are level and clear, each with a new picnic table and nice fire rings with adjustable grates. A few of the sites had stairs to the water for paddler access. The first 2 sites had wheelchair friendly picnic tables, so I'm not sure if you can arrange to be able to drive back for that situation or what other reason they would put them there. That's nice if the case, I'm just not sure as there is a gate locked at the trailhead that's only opened during hunting season. Plus there's no pavement or gravel down at the sites so I imagine it could be difficult to access. But something to investigate. There are vault toilets that were clean and well maintained, with hand sanitizer. There is a spring for water which says to boil before drinking. There is also a big display board with state forest info and maps. Another thing to note, while the travel in makes it feel very remote, there are cabins all along the opposite site of the river, including directly across from the campsites.  This could be a positive or negative depending on your thoughts, I personally would like it because it would make me feel a little safer. All in all, it’s a nice little campground, in better shape than some of the regular bigger campgrounds I’ve seen.

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Mosquito Lake State Park Campground
    Nov. 23, 2021

    Mosquito Lake State Park Campground

    Nice wooded play area

    Big park. Lots of trees. The shower houses are nice. The bathrooms could use some updating. They are the old outhouse style. Lots of mosquitoes. We rented a pontoon boat. There was a lot of sea weed. Has to stay strictly in the middle. The park is beautiful.



Guide to Youngstown

Camping near Youngstown, Ohio, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun-filled adventure, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Hiking and Nature Walks: Explore the scenic trails at Cuyahoga Valley National Park. One reviewer mentioned, "Nice stretch of forest...great views, trails for different skill levels."
  • Fishing and Boating: At Pymatuning State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and boating. A visitor noted, "Beautiful lake on the Ohio/PA border...clean bathrooms/showers."
  • Playgrounds and Beaches: Families will love the playgrounds and small beaches at Raccoon Creek State Park Campground. One camper shared, "Great showerhouses and very nice playground."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities. A review for West Branch State Park Campground stated, "The facilities were clean...the campground was quiet."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer spacious sites. A visitor at Mosquito Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "The camp sites were fairly spacious and level."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of the staff. One review for Silver Springs Campground noted, "The campground attendant was a very friendly man who asked several times if we had questions about the area."

What you should know

  • Site Variability: Not all sites are the same. A camper at Geneva State Park Campground pointed out, "Not all campsites are the same...some areas are closer together."
  • Weather Considerations: Be prepared for rain. A visitor at Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA shared, "Our tent leaked horribly bad...we had to pack up and leave."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may have limited amenities. A review for Tomlinson Run State Park Campground mentioned, "Facilities are older but well kept."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities. One family at Raccoon Creek State Park Campground enjoyed, "We rented a motor boat and paddleboard...had a beautiful large area to set up two tents."
  • Pack for Rain: Always have rain gear handy. A camper at Punderson State Park Campground advised, "There were lots of mosquitoes so be prepared to bring bug spray!"
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to plan activities that everyone can enjoy. A visitor at Mosquito Lake State Park Campground noted, "There were numerous playgrounds and activities for kids."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Levels: Make sure to check the level of your site. A review for Pymatuning State Park Campground mentioned, "Most sites seemed pretty level from side to side."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Stock up on essentials before arriving. A camper at Silver Springs Campground said, "The campground can get very muddy during the wet season."
  • Utilize Dump Stations: Familiarize yourself with dump station locations. A visitor at Mosquito Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "Dump station has 2 lanes which was nice when checking out."

Camping around Youngstown, Ohio, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With a little planning, you can enjoy the great outdoors and make lasting memories.

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