Best Equestrian Camping near Canute, OK

Foss State Park Campground provides limited options for equestrian camping near Canute, Oklahoma. The park accommodates various camping styles including tent, RV, cabin, and glamping options with multiple campground areas such as Cottonwood, Sandy Beach, Cedar Point, and Buffalo Bend. Visitors can access the campground via drive-in, boat-in, or walk-in routes. While the park features numerous amenities including electric and water hookups, sanitary dump stations, showers, and restrooms, it does not offer dedicated horse corrals or specialized equestrian facilities. The spacious campsites on grassy, well-maintained grounds can accommodate vehicles and equipment, though horse owners should contact the park directly regarding policies for bringing horses.

The park surrounds Foss Lake, offering water recreation opportunities alongside potential trail riding options. Campers report the park is particularly quiet during off-peak seasons, with beautiful lake views and ample space between sites in most areas. Full hookup RV sites are available, though some visitors note these can be crowded in certain sections of the campground. The park's "heart healthy" trail near Cottonwood campground extends approximately one mile and offers some wildlife viewing opportunities. Before planning an equestrian camping trip, horse owners should contact park management directly to confirm current horse policies, trailer parking options, and access to any bridle trails or riding areas, as these may change seasonally. Several reviews mention the park's quiet atmosphere and spacious sites, which could be advantageous for those camping with horses.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Canute, Oklahoma (2)

    1. Foss State Park Campground

    31 Reviews
    Foss, OK
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 592-4433

    "This is the equestrian campground and it has 17 miles of trails connected to it. There's both a number of spots for RVs and some beautiful spots down by the lake for tents."

    "There was a picnic table and grill and a water faucet nearby. The sites were nice and grassy and mowed. The bathroom was nice and clean with individual showers, each with their own door."

    2. Water-Zoo Campground

    4 Reviews
    Foss, OK
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (580) 323-9966

    $43 / night

    "The campground entry point is located in the far back of the parking lot of an indoor water park, The Water Zoo."

    "The campground is quiet besides the highway noise which is actually not that bad. The bathrooms were clean and a close walk. We had a full pull thru site which was nice ."

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Canute, OK

35 Reviews of 2 Canute Campgrounds


  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 9, 2024

    Foss State Park Campground

    Stayed at Mouse Creek

    This is the equestrian campground and it has 17 miles of trails connected to it. There's both a number of spots for RVs and some beautiful spots down by the lake for tents. And the only one here almost nobody has driven through I can hear the road but pretty much have had the place to myself which has been very nice. The trail is really just a mode grass pack but you can bike on it and you can walk on it and there's some evidence of horses I'm not sure how much use this part of it gets. Bathrooms and showers are great and available I would definitely stop back again if I'm coming through this way.

  • Heather M.
    Aug. 14, 2018

    Water-Zoo Campground

    Excellent

    There is not much about this campground online so we sort of were coming in blind. When we got there we were pleasantly surprised. The campground entry point is located in the far back of the parking lot of an indoor water park, The Water Zoo. Only one way in and one way out, which was a plus keeping crime down or keeping people from driving fast through the park. Drive down a paved road through the tree (not too worry) and wow, a little hidden gem. We stayed there two nights during the week. It was quiet, hardly anyone there. The grounds were kept clean and grass was cut short. They even came out and mowed the lawn again before departure. The bathrooms were clean and seperate from one another. Each restroom had a toilet, shower and sink. Ladies, no mirrors. There is a code to get in which I liked because it keeps riff raff out (not that there was any.) There are full hook ups, sewer included on some. We pretty much had the pickins and in our opinion lot 37 was the best pick. Not all sites had fire rings or sewer hook ups, this one did. It was also a pull through site with lots of shade. The grounds are surrounded by trees which gave it a feeling of being in the woods. It had everything we needed, nice slab, nice tables, store within walking distance and an indoor water park that is open year round. For those with horses, this campground is horse friendly. There is a place to house them overnight. Highly recommend this place. We will definitely be going back.

  • Richard
    Sep. 1, 2020

    Foss State Park Campground

    Foss State Park

    We tent camped at Foss State Park in August 2020. We stayed at the Cottonwood campground site #6. All the tent sites were very spacious. There was a picnic table and grill and a water faucet nearby. The sites were nice and grassy and mowed. The bathroom was nice and clean with individual showers, each with their own door. So they were nice and private. Some of the old reviews mention needing quarters for the showers but they are now free. The playground was new and the kids had fun playing on it. The RV spots were a little crowded on the backside of the campground but pretty spread out closer to the entrance. We drove through the Sandy Beach campground and it seemed nice and secluded but the picnic tables were a little run down. The playground was really old too. But I think the bathroom was newer. Also, there was no sandy beach in this area. 🧐

    The swim beach was nice and sandy. Much better than a lot of Oklahoma lakes. But like most lakes in Oklahoma, the water was super muddy.

    There are two cabins for rent here. They looked pretty new as well. They have a marina and I believe you can rent boats but we never checked it out.

    Overall, I definitely recommend Foss. It was a nice family friendly park to visit.

  • Anna M.
    May. 4, 2021

    Foss State Park Campground

    Stayed at Buffalo Bend

    I don’t know if it’s an Oklahoma thing but the wind was crazy making tent camping a little rough. I’m not used to what’re gnat like bug they have so plan accordingly they are attracted mostly to light but swarm both day and night. I wear a hat with a net so they don’t bother me. We were visited in our sleep by raccoons trying to get in our tent. The bathrooms have 2 shower stalls, one has a curtain and one has a low door so people can see in while you shower. If you need water bring a short hose the water options are wide open or dripping. The spaces are a good size and it is a nice clean place. Cell service is very limited going in and out of no service.

  • Kelly B.
    Aug. 10, 2019

    Foss State Park Campground

    Cottonwood Section Dissappointing

    This rating is for the Cottonwood section of Foss State Park. It was a very disappointing stay. We stayed in the full hookup section of this area. You can literally touch the camper next to you due to the cramped sites. The neighbors sewer hookup ran under our awning. The grass is almost knee high all around here even at the site. This section is not maintained at all. Lots of people partying late nearby as well. The tent camp section was bad as well. Grass so high it was almost 18 inches tall. This section is nowhere near the lake. I hope the other sections of the campground are better. AT&T cell service was unusable due to weak signal. Verizon was good.

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 29, 2018

    Foss State Park Campground

    Route 66 stop over

    This is a huge camping park, with lots of sites for RV’s with full hookups, partial hookups, and a seperate tent area. The bathhouse was really clean, with pay showers. There is a nice swim beach, great open fields for sport games, a nice playground, frisbee golf course, and supposedly a small herd of bison behind the visitor center that you can watch come in to feed daily (I missed that somehow). I didn’t feel like the RV sites were as on top of each other as they seem in other campgrounds I’ve been to. The tent sites were ok, with some on the lake with no shade, and others tucked in among a tight bunch of trees. All had the usual picnic tables and fire pits. This park is not too far off Hwy 40/Route 66, so it is a nice place to camp if you are travelling Old 66.

  • Meg M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2021

    Foss State Park Campground

    Awesome time

    Where we camped it was walking distance from the lake. The "campsite parentals" were awesome people. Our site didn't have a fire ring, so we had to ask, which was delayed in getting to us due to an accident on the lake, BUT when they did bring it down, the "campsite parentals" and the conservation agent stayed with us and kept our camping site lit with their cart lights to help with us putting up our tents at dark. So friendly and can't wait to visit again.

  • Patrick W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2022

    Foss State Park Campground

    Nice lakeside spot

    Good one night stay. Access to swimming in the lake from our campsite. Facilities were clean. Check out Slice 183 in New Cordell for good pizza!

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 20, 2024

    Foss State Park Campground

    Air conditioned restrooms!

    I booked a site at the Buffalo Bend Campground in Foss SP while traveling on Highway 40. The park is a little bit far from the highway but a pretty drive. We were in site BB002 which had decent privacy. Unfortunately, it was a very hot and humid day but we were pleasantly surprised by the air-conditioned bathrooms. I’ve been camping a lot, but that was a first! The area in Buffalo Bend did not have views of the lake and there was no breeze but the bathrooms had clean showers.


Guide to Canute

Foss State Park offers equestrian camping options near Canute, Oklahoma, with varied terrain surrounding Foss Lake. The 1,645-acre lake provides the centerpiece for the park, which sits at approximately 1,650 feet elevation. Winter temperatures average between 25-50°F, while summer months often reach above 90°F with significant humidity, making spring and fall particularly comfortable for horse camping visits.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Foss Lake contains catfish, bass, and walleye. According to one visitor at Foss State Park Campground, "A lot of room is available for boating fun whether it be fishing, skiing, tubing, etc. The park rangers are very friendly and accommodating" (Colton K.).

Seasonal events: The park hosts multiple annual festivities. A camper notes, "They do special events during the year like fireworks on the lake for the 4th of July, haunted trails and trick or treating for Halloween, some other events here and there year round" (Colton K.).

Disc golf course: The park features a dedicated course for disc golf enthusiasts. One reviewer staying at Water-Zoo Campground mentions, "We pretty much had the pickins and in our opinion lot 37 was the best pick. Not all sites had fire rings or sewer hook ups, this one did. It was also a pull through site with lots of shade" (Heather M.).

What campers like

Air-conditioned restrooms: "I booked a site at the Buffalo Bend Campground in Foss SP while traveling on Highway 40. The park is a little bit far from the highway but a pretty drive... we were pleasantly surprised by the air-conditioned bathrooms. I've been camping a lot, but that was a first!" (Amy H.).

Responsive staff: Campers appreciate the helpful management at Foss State Park. "When we called to park to make a change, a very nice lady answered and took care of our issue. There are a lot of campgrounds that leave you to deal with an internet site...not here...they helped us make a change as they knew we were on the road traveling" (Tom R.).

Spacious RV sites: The pull-through sites accommodate large rigs well. "Sites are pull through and big enough to fit a 40' fifth wheel. Electric/water and sewer hook ups are available as well as restrooms and showers" (Janette M.).

What you should know

Wind conditions: Oklahoma wind can affect tent camping experiences. "I don't know if it's an Oklahoma thing but the wind was crazy making tent camping a little rough. I'm not used to what're gnat like bug they have so plan accordingly they are attracted mostly to light but swarm both day and night" (Anna M.).

Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for local wildlife. "We were visited in our sleep by raccoons trying to get in our tent. The bathrooms have 2 shower stalls, one has a curtain and one has a low door so people can see in while you shower" (Anna M.).

Limited cell service: Connectivity varies throughout the park. "Cell service is very limited going in and out of no service" (Anna M.).

Tips for camping with families

Water recreation options: "This campground offers an area sectioned off for swimmers. A lot of room is available for boating fun whether it be fishing, skiing, tubing, etc." (Colton K.).

Campground selection: For those with horses camping near Canute, Oklahoma, different campground areas offer varying experiences. "We camped in China Berry campground, but had China berries all over everything when we left. The best swimming area is for day use only, while other areas have trees in the water" (Jo A.).

Emergency assistance: Park staff can be extremely helpful during unexpected situations. "Our site didn't have a fire ring, so we had to ask, which was delayed in getting to us due to an accident on the lake, BUT when they did bring it down, the 'campsite parentals' and the conservation agent stayed with us and kept our camping site lit with their cart lights to help with us putting up our tents at dark" (Meg M.).

Tips from RVers

Best sites: Select sites based on specific needs. "This is a huge camping park, with lots of sites for RV's with full hookups, partial hookups, and a separate tent area. The bathhouse was really clean, with pay showers... I didn't feel like the RV sites were as on top of each other as they seem in other campgrounds I've been to" (Annie C.).

Bathroom facilities: "Rv sites have great bath houses with toilets, a paved parking lot, and the showers are coin operated. Tent campers have unpaved roads along with a permanent building for the toilet provided (basically a huge hole under the toilet like a porta potty and no showers)" (Jo A.).

Horse accommodation: For equestrian camping near Canute, Oklahoma, Water-Zoo Campground offers additional options. "For those with horses, this campground is horse friendly. There is a place to house them overnight" (Heather M.).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Canute, OK?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Canute, OK is Foss State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 31 reviews.