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Riley Horse Campground accommodates equestrians traveling with their animals along the eastern border of Mount Hood National Forest. Located near Boring, Oregon, this campground provides primitive camping facilities specifically designed for horse riders, with toilets and drinking water available during the season. The campground operates from May 22 to September 13, making it ideal for summer riding excursions. While no dedicated horse corrals are listed in the facilities, the campground layout allows for proper trailer parking and horse containment. Trail riders often note the campground's proximity to extensive bridle trails as a major advantage, with some campers spotting wildlife during their stays among the wooded sites.
Daily trail rides connect campers to Mount Hood's network of equestrian-accessible paths from Riley Horse Campground. The campground serves as a strategic basepoint for exploring the surrounding forest terrain, with both tent and RV camping options available for horse owners. Boat access is also noted in the facility details, suggesting proximity to water features that may provide watering opportunities for horses. Riders should prepare for varied terrain and bring appropriate containment systems as no permanent horse corrals are mentioned in the campground features. Horse campsites near Boring range from primitive trailhead setups like Riley to more developed equestrian campgrounds with easier trailer access, giving riders options based on their experience level and gear. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak summer months when the campground typically reaches capacity with fellow riders exploring the Mount Hood wilderness area.
"It has wonderful hiking trails. There is swimming available in the warmer months in the Clackamas River. Horse trails for equestrians and fishing!"
"A short hike will take you right to the river and there’s plenty of nice trail to explore. If stepping around occasional horse poop isn’t your thing, maybe skip the hike though."
from $8 - $126 / night
Check Availability"Close proximity to Multonomah Falls. Pros - bathrooms with electric outlets, free showers, deer come close and are fun to watch, quiet & fairly private stay."
"There is distance between you and other guests but if you want to meet your neighbors you can. They have ADA sites, a lake, play grounds and a welcome center."
from $25 / night
Check Availability"Driving up there the way we drive (from Vancouver) you go up through ranching/farming territory and it’s nice and green and pretty, so it’s nice getting there."
"Hiking around the lake is a great way to start and/or end you day while staying at Battle Ground Lake SP. Horses are welcome. There are cabins available also. Several sites overlook the lake."
"Arrived here late for a single night stay on the way to the Oregon Coast. This is a very convenient stopover for those needing a place to stay near Portland."
"Jantzen Beach RV Park feels like a real-world stop straight out of a Subway Surfers World Tour—a lively, convenient, and colorful place where travelers pause, recharge, and enjoy the surroundings before"
from $40 / night
Check Availability"Not only is the campground itself a woodland wonderland with winding paths through tall old growth forest areas, but the surrounding area of the park itself is impressive with exciting things to do around"
"We didn’t have any issues at the site, but noticed that spots RV4 and RV5 were relatively distanced from each other, while spots RV1-RV3 were pretty close to each other."
"If you want to camp in Oregon this is the place to go. There are several waterfalls and hiking trails. You can see wildlife and you can't beat the beauty. You can tent camp and they also have yurts."
"THE most beautiful park in Oregon that we've seen! Hiked for 5 hours! BEWARE: It's WET, so bring your wet weather gear, and good, sturdy hiking shoes for slippery terrain."
from $28 - $92 / night
Check Availability"Across the road is a horse camp that the PCT goes through. There is a spur from the PCT directly into the campground for easy access. There is a beautiful view of Mt."
"Some camp sots are better situated then others, so do research before making reservation."
from $25 - $45 / night
Check Availability"The upper area encircles a large open are perfect for games and running around. There is a nice disk golf course and a lot of large paths for waking and biking."
"And a loop with corals for horses. Miles of horse trails, bike trails, hiking trails."
from $32 - $57 / night
Check Availability"It is not too far from the Portland area, I would recommend getting last minute supplies before getting off the highway."
"Secluded, open prime real estate: horse facilities abound here, but it works for everyone."
from $26 / night
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TravelerIf you want to camp in Oregon this is the place to go. There are several waterfalls and hiking trails. You can see wildlife and you can't beat the beauty. You can tent camp and they also have yurts.
ScoutGreat place to camp. It has wonderful hiking trails. There is swimming available in the warmer months in the Clackamas River. Horse trails for equestrians and fishing!
TravelerClackamas Lake is a great campsite. Fairly easy to find and navigate. Great for when you don't want to deal with the more crowded campgrounds.
While the camping sites are fairly close together, the site is usually lightly occupied. While we where there we only had one neighbor but the rest of the loop was empty.
For horse riders they have some equestrian only campsites.
There was plenty of trails in which to hike or ride, and a dock to go see the lake. You can also go swimming if your into Oregon lake or pond swimming.
Clackamas Lake itself is fairly small and in many ways feels more like a large and deep marsh then a lake.
Phone and internet reception (AT&T) is spotty at best.
LegendGreat campground when nearby Timothy Lake campgrounds are full. The spot I had was large and not too close to other spots. The campground was full, so there was the early morning sounds of children playing. I was in spot 8 which looked onto Clackamas Lake. Which side note is not a "lake" but more of a marshy pond with reeds and grass around the edge. Still I was able to situate my tent to look onto the lake. This spot is in the horse section so there were corrals in each spot. Looked like a horse had camped in the spot a few days earlier cause there were large piles of fresh horse poop I had to keep my dog away from. The table/tent area was about 75 feet from my car so I had to make many trips to get all my stuff into the site. If you are extra adventurous and in shape you can walk from the campground, around Timothy Lake and back, be warned this is just over 18 miles. The trail around Timothy Lake is not strenuous, and offers amazing views of Mt Hood, and there is water about half way through, but again be ready for a long hike.
LegendHares Canyon Horse Camp is one of three campgrounds in Stub Stewart State Park and unlike other horse camps which often allow the overflow of tenters and rv'ers without horses, this horse camp is equestrian only.
The Campground is set up in one loop and offers both single and double sites, ADA facilities, showers, toilets, and trash. Each site has a picnic table, fire pit, and a corral. There is a double corral on the double sites.
You must clean up after your own horse. Manure bin as well as shovels/brooms are provided onsite.
In mid May, the sites were very wide open.
GuideI don’t have a horse but I still stayed here! We were in the area, struggling to find a place to camp. After 7 pm, the campground let us set up camp in an empty equestrian campsite. Unique experience!
TravelerOne of our favorite Oregon SPs. In the middle of a mountainous forest with lots of hiking, paved path & mtb biking, disc golf, horse trails and more. Well maintained full hookup sites with 50amp, most 63' long. The park has recently renewed trail signage.
LegendThis is hands down one of my favorite campgrounds, because the spots are large, far apart from the other sites, and very quiet. It is not too far from the Portland area, I would recommend getting last minute supplies before getting off the highway. The campground is a horse campground, but I reserved on the Monday before arrival and it was still very empty so no fear about taking a spot from equestrians. The spot I had (Spot 4) was huge, plenty of room for a larger party, felt like a quarter of an acre. There were no neighbors on one side of the spot and only the water spigot on the other. All the spots in the campground had plenty of space between spots. There was lots of dead, dried out wood laying all around the site that after a couple hours of collecting I had plenty to keep a fire all weekend, and still left a pile of wood when I left. The campground is close to many trails in the area, mainly Romano Falls Trail. There are views of Mt. Hood, peeking out through the trees here and there.
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-A few more trees have been knocked down due to winter storms, but this is still a great campground.
GuideTHE most beautiful park in Oregon that we've seen! Hiked for 5 hours! BEWARE: It's WET, so bring your wet weather gear, and good, sturdy hiking shoes for slippery terrain. Saw all but the northern most two falls while hiking the trails. So many more to hike! Kids' play area inside Loop B, showers, and nature trails around the campground. RV dump at the horse camp turnoff. I'd try to reserve spots 9 or 12 (next to the playground and sunny spots) or 72 (next to the creek in the shade) next time! We rate this one an 8.
Riley Horse Campground sits at approximately 2,100 feet elevation along the eastern border of Mount Hood National Forest. The campground experiences warm summer days with temperatures averaging 75-85°F and cool nights dropping to 45-55°F. Located 16 miles from Boring, Oregon, this equestrian-focused area provides camping options for both horse owners and regular campers during non-peak periods.
Hiking nearby trails: Access the Pacific Crest Trail from Panther Creek Campground, where "the PCT is just outside the campground" and "there is a beautiful view of Mt. Hood just a couple of miles up the trail," according to Lawrence F.
Disc golf courses: Milo McIver State Park offers "two competition quality disc golf courses. Not into disc golf or rafting? Then you probably won't see those folks at all," explains Nancy H. The park hosts the annual Beaver State Fling tournament.
Visit waterfalls: The Columbia River Gorge area features numerous waterfalls accessible from campgrounds. "Further up the road is a short hike to some beautiful falls," notes Lawrence F. about the trails near Panther Creek Campground.
Mountain biking: Trails at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park are perfect for mountain biking enthusiasts. "What makes this CG so special is the multitude of hiking, biking, and horse trails. They even have a disc golf course within the park," reports MickandKarla W.
Large, spaced-out sites: At Riley Horse Campground, "the spots are large, far apart from the other sites, and very quiet," and Ashley B. noted that their "spot was huge, plenty of room for a larger party, felt like a quarter of an acre."
Natural surroundings: Beacon Rock State Park offers "a woodland wonderland with winding paths through tall old growth forest areas," according to Crystal C. who adds that "even as the camp filled up there was enough spacing that it didn't seem to be loud."
Water access: Campers appreciate the ability to cool off during summer months. At Panther Creek Campground, "there are several places to access the creek and play in the cold, shallow water. The stones in the stream are a rainbow of metamorphic rock," notes Lawrence F.
Proximity to Portland: These horse campgrounds near Boring, Oregon, provide easy access from urban areas. Brian W. says Battle Ground Lake State Park is "pristine campsites and beautiful cool lake that's not far from the city. Good trails and plenty of space."
Reservation timing: For horse campgrounds in the Mt. Hood region, plan ahead. Ashley B. notes for Riley Horse Campground: "I reserved on the Monday before arrival and it was still very empty so no fear about taking a spot from equestrians."
Campsite selection matters: At Battle Ground Lake State Park, "you have to park down below and walk to the site, the furthest ones being over a quarter mile away," according to Matt W.
Seasonal changes: The camping season for Riley Horse Campground runs May 22 to September 13, while Panther Creek operates from May 18 to September 24. Lawrence F. warns about summer conditions at Panther Creek: "during the peak summer months, being in a wind break makes for a hot, stuffy, buggy experience."
Facilities vary: Some equestrian campgrounds offer basic amenities. At Riley Horse Campground, Gretch H. noted "the horse pens were huge and we used them to help hang our hammocks" while "there is a bunch hiking trails nearby including Ramona falls up the road."
Look for child-friendly activities: Oxbow Regional Park "is well maintained with lots of picnic/day use areas, a beach and lots of nature trails (more for walking than hiking). Since it was the weekday I had most of the campground to myself--there were only a handful of other campers and some deer," reports Stephanie Z.
Consider privacy levels: Finn M. found at Oxbow Regional Park that "the outer loop sites are quiet, spacious and wooded. They are also very close to a trailhead to nice hikes and the beach. The recent upgrades to playgrounds are awesome for the kids."
Check for swimming options: At Battle Ground Lake State Park, Wendy C. reports "There's a swim area roped off, and a small sand area for the kids to play. Bathrooms are throughout the campground."
Site selection for families: At L.L. Stub Stewart State Park, Annie B. noted "The walk in sites in Dairy Loop surround a meadow, so less privacy. The other walk in sites on the other side of the visitor center are very sweet. Just little sites carved out of the woods."
Check road conditions: For equestrian camping near Boring with RVs, accessibility can vary. At Riley Horse Campground, larger rigs may have difficulty navigating. One camper at Panther Creek mentioned "the sites was a little hard to get into because of all the cars, trucks parked on the roadway."
Hookup availability: While Riley Horse Campground doesn't offer hookups, nearby alternatives exist. At L.L. Stub Stewart State Park, MickandKarla W. notes "We went ahead and backed into our site, 52, with FHUs. The pad starts with asphalt and then goes to gravel, where you actually park the rig."
Water pressure concerns: Check campground reviews for utility performance. MickandKarla W. reported at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park that "The water and sewer hookups were in the middle of the site, with electric being at the back of the pad. The water pressure was not very good at around 35 psi."
Consider size restrictions: Many horse campgrounds have limitations. At Beacon Rock State Park, Corinna B. noted that "it was not built with RVs in mind, so most people had tents, though a smaller trailer or pop-up might work depending on maneuverability."
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