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Best Equestrian Camping near Coleman, OK

35 Reviews

COE Lake Texoma Platter Flats offers 35 equestrian campsites with electric and water hookups, plus 3 tent-only equestrian sites. Located at Lake Texoma near Platter, Oklahoma, the campground features a well-maintained trail system that connects to Lakeside Park across the lake. The equestrian area provides shady spots with mature trees, particularly valuable during hot summer months. Campsites include picnic tables, access to drinking water, and trash disposal. Facilities include both flush toilets and pit toilets in the equestrian section, with newer shower facilities recently added. The campground operates seasonally from April 1 to September 30, with reservations required through recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777.

The equestrian trail at Platter Flats is well-marked with large map signs at both ends and trail markers throughout the route, making navigation straightforward for riders. Several secluded swimming spots along the trail offer horses water access during rides. The campground's rolling hills and lake views create scenic riding opportunities with impressive sunsets visible from horseback. Traffic within the campground can become heavy on weekends, with dust from the dirt and gravel roads being a consideration for horse owners. Gates close at 10 PM, though the adjacent Platter Flats Recreation area remains open without time restrictions. The equestrian section allows non-horse campers when the regular camping area fills up, which frequently occurs during peak season weekends. Regular campground maintenance ensures clean conditions despite the popularity of this horse-friendly destination.

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Coleman, OK

35 Reviews of 9 Coleman Campgrounds

  • B
    Jun. 12, 2018

    COE Lake Texoma Platter Flats

    Weekend traffic but the hosts are great.

    The park hosts and volunteers are very friendly, responsive, and work hard with the resources available to them. They deserve 5 stars This 2 star review is on the park only.

    This campground is one part regular campground, one part equestrian campground. Having horses is not a requirement to camp in the equestrian area and that is hany when the "regular" area is filled. The sites are pretty close together and the entire park feels packed together when it comes to camping space.

    The facilities are extremely outdated but there are new bath/shower combos coming online very shortly in the equestrian section. In the meantime there are 2 shower stalls available for men and 2 for women in the entire camp. There are pit toilets in the equestrian area and only 1 flush toilet for men located in the "regular" area until the new ones come up in the equestrian area. Possibly only 2 for women available.

    The worst thing was the traffic. People would drive to swim, fish, use the restroom, visit others in adjacent campsites or just cruise around with no aim from 8 AM to 10PM Thursday thru Sunday afternoon. The outer gates close at 10 PM but some drove around inside the park after that anyway. The equestrian camp area has dirt/gravel road and all the traffic creates a dusty environment. The Main road to the entrance which runs along the south side of the equestrian area also leads to the Platter Flats Recreation area which has no gates nor closing time so there is activity on the road all day and night.

    There is a long equestrian trail that goes over to Lakeside Park across the lake that can also be hiked pretty easily that has a couple secluded spots to swim along the way. The trail is well marked and easy to follow. There are large map signs on each end of the trail and markers along the way.

    I would not recommend visiting this park on a weekend unless traffic doesn't bother you. It should be noted there is a rail freight line and siding not far from the camp and once the vehicle traffic slows down, the trains seem to start. The train horns at crossings may be a bother to some.

  • B
    Jun. 12, 2018

    Platter Flats

    Great hosts

    The park hosts and volunteers are very friendly, responsive, and work hard with the resources available to them. They deserve 5 stars This 2 star review is on the park only.

    This campground is one part regular campground, one part equestrian campground. Having horses is not a requirement to camp in the equestrian area and that is hany when the "regular" area is filled. The sites are pretty close together and the entire park feels packed together when it comes to camping space.

    The facilities are extremely outdated but there are new bath/shower combos coming online very shortly in the equestrian section. In the meantime there are 2 shower stalls available for men and 2 for women in the entire camp. There are pit toilets in the equestrian area and only 1 flush toilet for men located in the "regular" area until the new ones come up in the equestrian area. Possibly only 2 for women available.

    The worst thing was the traffic. People would drive to swim, fish, use the restroom, visit others in adjacent campsites or just cruise around with no aim from 8 AM to 10PM Thursday thru Sunday afternoon. The outer gates close at 10 PM but some drove around inside the park after that anyway. The equestrian camp area has dirt/gravel road and all the traffic creates a dusty environment. The Main road to the entrance which runs along the south side of the equestrian area also leads to the Platter Flats Recreation area which has no gates nor closing time so there is activity on the road all day and night.

    There is a long equestrian trail that goes over to Lakeside Park across the lake that can also be hiked pretty easily that has a couple secluded spots to swim along the way. The trail is well marked and easy to follow. There are large map signs on each end of the trail and markers along the way.

    I would not recommend visiting this park on a weekend unless traffic doesn't bother you. It should be noted there is a rail freight line and siding not far from the camp and once the vehicle traffic slows down, the trains seem to start. The train horns at crossings may be a bother to some.

  • R
    May. 11, 2021

    Platter Flats

    Love! So fun for kids!

    Half of the campground is an equestrian camp. There are great hiking trails and beautiful views. Good shady spots.

    We had two kids with us and we loved walking around the campground and seeing all the horses! But remember it will also smell like them so camp on that side at your own risk.

    Also there was no attendant and we switched sites for the weekend with no issue 🤷‍♀️🤫

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 1, 2021

    COE Lake Texoma Platter Flats

    Trail Ride Anyone

    Amazing and Great for trail riding 

    Sites: 26 family with electric and water 

              35 equestrian with hookups 

                3 equestrian tent sites no hook ups 

                1 day use shelter with electric 

    Reservations only: 877-444-6777 or recreation.gov 

    No camp host Flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, trash, picnic table, dump station, boat ramp, dock 

    Great for horseback riding, fishing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and boating. Beautiful rolling hills with mature trees. Great shade especially in the equestrian area. Well maintained. Wonderful lake views with amazing sunsets. 

    LNT 

    BTYFI 

    Travel safe.

  • Tom K.
    Jun. 9, 2018

    Coffee Mill Lake Recreation Area

    Grasslands lake camping in North Texas.

    We stayed here by happenstance. This campground isn't really near anything and is a 30 minute drive from even the smallest town so come prepared for all your needs. There is a vault toilet and the grounds weren't in terrible shape. This would be my choice for a campground in the National Grasslands. There is lake access here and you could tell that this is a equestrian meet up area. The camps pots weren't leveled and you just throw your tent wherever you want. We didn't have any neighbors so it was quiet. The spot we got had a fire ring and a table. This is basic no frills car camping here if you are interested. We didn't have time to research so we don't know if there are any trails or anything in this area as we couldn't find any.

  • Stephen & Theresa B.
    Jun. 22, 2021

    Lake Murray Resort — Lake Murray State Park

    Stunning Oklahoma State Park

    Lake Murray State Park located near Ardmore Oklahoma has something for everyone. Water activities on the centerpiece 5,278 surface acre Lake Murray, 18 hole golf, picnicking, fishing, camping, trail riding, hayrides, 30 miles of hiking, swimming, miniature golf, 100 acres of ATV trails, several marinas and more. Accommodations include Lake Murray Lodge, 56 cabins and six campgrounds. The campgrounds are dotted around the lake with tent and RV sites of varying hook-ups; 30& 50 amp electric, water and some full-hook-up with table, fire ring and grill. Each campground has a camp host, paved roads, modern bathhouses, dump stations, pull-through sites, lake front sites, concrete pads with both open and shaded sites. Research the sites to find one to accommodate your rig. Our choice was Elephant Rock Campground. The nearby town of Ardmore has all the amenities: shopping, dining, groceries, fuel and Walmart. WARNING: Oklahoma State Parks charge a daily parking fee per vehicle of$10 in addition to the camping fee and they enforce it...just saying from experience...read the information carefully! Park Office: 13528 Scenic Hwy 77 Ardmore, OK 73401 l Park Office GPS- 34.071612,-97.101490 Reservations: https://www.travelok.com/

  • M
    Sep. 19, 2016

    Coffee Mill Lake Recreation Area

    Coffee Mill Lake

    I am always pleasantly surprised with 'national' organizations' campgrounds. Whether a national forest or like this one, national grasslands, they are always pretty good, and this one is no exception. The campground is small, maybe 12 sites, vault toilets decently cleaned, and multiple water spigots. There was only one other camper, but there is access to the lake at this site with a few cars in the parking lot when we arrived, so you will see people even though it is secluded on the whole. We also saw a lot of horse riders. The sites have picnic tables, fire pits and are well spaced. You basically have your pick of sites so you can choose wooded areas or open without trees.

  • Jake
    Dec. 27, 2020

    Elephant Rock Campground — Lake Murray State Park

    Winter Roadtrip

    Stopped here on the way south to San Antonio. There were only two RVs in the entire campground. Reservations easily made online. Chose a nice spot adjacent to the Lake where I was visited by a friendly goose for breakfast.

    Took a run around the area on several miles of developed trails and roads. Campsites are relatively close together and I can see how the place may get crowded in the summer, but it was almost completely vacant in December so I was grateful for the seclusion. The area also offers a primitive boat dock/ramp and several group pavilions.

  • C
    Jun. 25, 2019

    Elephant Rock Campground — Lake Murray State Park

    Has it all

    We really love coming to Elephant Rock. It has great options- some spots are secluded in the trees and some are open in the middle areas if you want to be around people. It has lake access, great playgrounds for kids, close to town with everything you need.

Guide to Coleman

Oklahoma offers a variety of options for horse camping enthusiasts, featuring campgrounds that cater specifically to equestrian needs and provide ample opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Equestrian campgrounds include essential amenities for horse owners

  • At Platter Flats, campers can find equestrian sites equipped with electric and water hookups, making it convenient for those traveling with horses.
  • COE Lake Texoma Platter Flats features dedicated equestrian sites and a day-use shelter with electric access, perfect for gatherings or resting after a long ride.
  • Honey Creek Campground offers a peaceful setting for horse camping, allowing riders to enjoy the natural beauty of the area while having access to basic amenities.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • Platter Flats is well-maintained and provides great shade in the equestrian area, making it a comfortable spot for both horses and riders.
  • At COE Lake Texoma Platter Flats, the campground is designed to accommodate horse trailers, ensuring easy access to riding trails.
  • Mana Farm Davis allows pets and provides a welcoming environment for horse camping, making it a great choice for families and equestrian groups.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused activities and trails

  • Platter Flats is known for its extensive equestrian trails that connect to nearby parks, perfect for a day of riding and exploring.
  • COE Lake Texoma Platter Flats offers access to a long equestrian trail leading to Lakeside Park, providing scenic views and opportunities for swimming along the way.
  • Honey Creek Campground features trails that are easily navigable for both horseback riding and hiking, making it a versatile destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

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