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Willow Prairie Horsecamp serves equestrians visiting Butte Falls with primitive camping facilities designed for riders and their horses. Located in the Rogue River Siskiyou National Forest, the campground provides horse-friendly sites with picnic tables. First-come, first-served sites accommodate both tent and trailer camping with designated areas for horse containment. Each campsite allows sufficient space for trucks with horse trailers. The campground typically remains quieter during weekdays with increased activity on weekends. Lily Glen Horse Camp at Howard Prairie Lake offers another option for equestrians with drinking water available from a hand pump well and pit toilets. Wooden horse stalls provide secure containment for horses while camping.
Trail access directly from these equestrian campgrounds connects riders to miles of forest paths through the surrounding Cascade foothills. The trails around Willow Prairie offer varying difficulty levels appropriate for different riding abilities. Riders often encounter wildlife along these routes, with the trails particularly enjoyable during late spring when wildflowers bloom throughout the area. The 3.5-mile loop trail from Lily Glen leads to Howard Prairie Lake and provides scenic views. Trails across the road from Lily Glen offer additional riding opportunities through mixed forest terrain. Riders should note that logging traffic occasionally creates road noise near Lily Glen during active timber harvesting seasons. Both campgrounds provide access to extensive trail networks allowing for day-long riding excursions.
"The lake is clear and pristine, views for days. Not really a bad campsite. Pit toilets, no showers, no WiFi but Star Link works of course. Trails to hike, kayak, fish, boat."
"Great campground with spectacular views of Fourmile Lake and Mt. Mcgloughlin. Most of the campsites are quite roomy, some are private, and some are open. The camp host is very helpful and friendly."
from $26 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Off highway 62 take the Natural Bridge turn off and follow the road to the campground."
"My wife and I stopped here after visiting Crater Lake. This campground is right on the Rogue river and is absolutely gorgeous. The sites are well maintained, and there are toilets."
from $15 / night
Check Availability"There are only 3 campsites, which are all next to a gorgeous creek made of runoff from the spring. There is also a cabin, and an old barn the kids loved playing in."
"It is close to Hwy 5 so a lot of road noise. But most in this area are. Sites are tight like most KOAs. We chose an end spot and did alright. Plus it was quiet part of year."
"This campground was in a great location to go see crater lake (15 min drive or less) as well as nearby Hot Springs (30ish min drive) and waterfalls. The campground itself was wooded and very close to"
"Access to the campground was right off hwy 138, which is a few miles from the north entrance to Crater Lake. Our 28 ft travel trailer easily fit with room to spare in our site."
from $16 - $27 / night
Check Availability"Hiking in the area is nice with a 3.5 mile loop to the lake and back. There’s additional trails and tracks across the road from Lily Glen."
"Incredible location in the Cascade Mountains,( northern corner of the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument)."
"I picked a spot right on the lake where I chose a comfy log to sit and enjoy a book."
from $7 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Nice classic Oregon state park with all the requisite facilities of electric hook-ups, RV dump station, ranger programs. Amphitheater and showers."
"Great rivers close by, nice hiking trails. Restrooms open and clean. Quiet during weekdays."
from $36 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $15 / night
Check Availability"The Wildcat Campground in Oregon is great, however it does get pretty busy during the summer months."
"Nice area located on a Resevoir. Potable water available. Outhouse. No hookups and no phone service."
GuideA fun little campground that is located right off Dead Indian memorial road. There are a few wooden stalls for horses and campgrounds are first come first served. Picture is from a nearby lookout we hiked to. Beautiful trails in the area.
LegendThis campground was in a great location to go see crater lake (15 min drive or less) as well as nearby Hot Springs (30ish min drive) and waterfalls. The campground itself was wooded and very close to diamond lake, it was a very beautiful location. There were lots of close by walking trails which was wonderful.
The amenities were nice enough, sometimes the showers are hot and others times was not. Most of the laundry machines were working with several out of service, and worked well enough.
The staff was helpful and gave suggestions for nearby hiking and Hot Springs. Sites included fire ring, a picnic table, and full hook ups. The stars at night were incredible.
ScoutIncredible location in the Cascade Mountains,( northern corner of the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument). The campgrounds were well maintained and spaced so that they provided plenty of privacy from neighboring sites. Exception hiking, great wildlife sighting.
Another plus is that you are just 20 miles away from Ashland, easy drive allows one to take in a play at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival , return to your campsite and marvel at the star lit night sky.
LegendNice classic Oregon state park with all the requisite facilities of electric hook-ups, RV dump station, ranger programs. Amphitheater and showers. Camp sites a little on top of each other, especially in comparison to the nearby Williamson River Campground, but still a very nice and popular camp site near Crater Lake and Klamath Falls.
Across the highway there's the "Collier State Park Logging Museum" which we didn't get a chance to get to but looked like a lot of fun.
RangerThe Wildcat Campground in Oregon is great, however it does get pretty busy during the summer months. My family and I visited this campground for a few days at the beginning of August and it was packed. Thankfully we went early on Friday morning and got a spot before the rush of people came. It is a "first come first serve" campground so you are not able to call ahead and reserve your spot. You just have to get their early! The campground is located in the Ochoco National Forest. It is definitely a beautiful place to camp. It is relatively close to town, which is why I think it gets busy during the summers. There were a lot of college aged students camping, which did make it pretty loud. My family has a camper, which is allowed in this campground. They have spots for campers, and spots for tents. Each campsite does have a picnic table which is nice. We always bring extra chairs because we are a family of 5 so the picnic table gets a little overcrowded. My family and I really enjoyed doing some hikes nearby (can't remember the names of the hikes), but we looked everything up beforehand. Gorgeous views, but lots of ticks on the hike. Thankfully we all wore tick repellent and smothered our dog in it as well. One thing I wish this campground had was a river/lake within walking distance from the campground.
GuideWe stayed one night on August 17 through August 18, 2019, in campsite A5, the overnight cost was$24, there was no electrical or water service). The site was level, only needed 2 inch lift to level left side. The campground is at an elevation of 5180 ft.
Access to the campground was right off hwy 138, which is a few miles from the north entrance to Crater Lake. Our 28 ft travel trailer easily fit with room to spare in our site. Once we enter the campground, the asphalt pavement surrounds the campsites as we drove directly to our campsite, each campsite pad also asphalt. Weather was sunny upper 80's, the nights low 40's.
This is a very quite campground, there was no noise from main road entering the campground. Activities we enjoyed at the campground to keep busy was hiking and moutain biking. The restroom was a couple spaced down from our campsite. The free showers were also easy to find and had great water pressure. The lake is very nice, smooth water and a few mosquitos, but not that bad.
My wife and I enjoyed the campground, we will stay again next time we travel to Crater Lake, Oregon.
RangerThis is a very large campground with over 200 sites. I stayed overnight, July 3, 2023. I was a walk in . The ranger office was closed when I arrived and they did not have a list of available sites posted. I found a site, K11, without any reserved tag and spent a wonderful night. There was a very strong onshore breeze from the lake that kept the mosquitoes grounded and I didn't really need repellant.
The campground is two halves. In the upper half, the campsites are higher, above the lake. To the south or east, the sites are closer to the lake. Water was only available (non threaded faucets) outside the flush latrines, which were not very well kept (mostly due to the dead bugs). There is not electricity and I was only able to get 2 bars on Verizon. I could get a text through, but rarely a photo.
I have camped throughout Oregon and what impressed me as different were the large number of tent campers. More than half were tent camping, though the site would fit small to medium size rigs. I only saw one Class A and few trailers. Noisy neighbors can be a problem, as the sites though not exactly next to each other, are still close. The roads and parking for sites are paved, but some have very steep driveways. Be careful in your site selection if you have a long trailer or RV.
There are some nearby stores and gas station if you need, but very little else. A very beautiful spot with lots to do and see nearby.
GuideWhen we first moved to Oregon, my family and I wanted to get out of a hotel while we searched the area for housing! The staff here was friendly, and easy to work with. They have clean bathroom facilities with nice hot showers! The camp sites are a bit close, but the location is surprisingly not frequented often from what I’ve noticed. There is a boat launch, and other areas where you can simply fish off the banks. Short trails are here as well! If you’re looking for longer trails there are plenty all around that you could do a short drive to or walk along the highway (don’t worry, the camp itself is not directly on the road!). The small town of keno is not far from camp either, so if you are in need of more ice or propane, they have small town “stores” to get your essentials from! Or, if you are in need to restock larger items, Klamath Falls is only 25 mins away. There’s lots of wildlife here as well! Deer, fish, birds, rabbits, the occasional mountain lion as well. Have fun, be safe!!
ScoutWe loved this spot. The sites are clean as are the bathrooms and showered. We liked how spread out the sites were from each other. Most of the sites are pretty close to the lake but you have to book early to get a site right on the water. There is a general store close by where you can get most anything you might forget and you can rent bikes, boats,canoes, kayaks or paddle boards. It was great having access to so many trails close to the campground and we went on several of them. The only draw back for us was the mosquitos. I highly recommend camping here just be prepared for the mosquitoes.
Equestrian camping near Butte Falls, Oregon provides access to extensive trail networks throughout Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest at elevations averaging 3,500 feet. The region experiences warm, dry summers with daytime temperatures typically ranging from 75-85°F and cooler nights around 45-55°F. The surrounding forest features mixed conifer stands of Douglas fir, Ponderosa pine, and white fir that provide varied terrain for riders of all experience levels.
Trail riding at Howard Prairie Lake: Ride the 3.5-mile loop trail from Lily Glen Horse Camp to Howard Prairie Lake for scenic views. "We came just before hunting season… be mindful of hunters if exploring the BLM lands during season. The night sky was gorgeous," notes camper D D.
Explore mountain forest trails: The trails around Hyatt Lake Recreation Area offer excellent riding opportunities with wildlife viewing. "Incredible location in the Cascade Mountains, (northern corner of the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument). Exception hiking, great wildlife sighting," writes Mark.
Visit historic logging sites: When taking a break from riding, explore the nearby Collier Memorial State Park Logging Museum. "Follow the walking trail to the logging museum. Logging equipment, buildings, train cars (all outdoors) with guided tours and a gift shop. The nearby river is small and beautiful," shares Jessica P.
Quiet weekday camping: Most equestrian campgrounds in the Butte Falls area experience less traffic during weekdays. "We had the place to ourselves for a week at end September/beginning of October which was great. We enjoyed the shaded campsites with a tent and the rest of our party parked their RV with ease," reports a visitor at Lily Glen Horse Camp.
Star gazing opportunities: The remote location provides excellent night sky viewing. "So many stars in the sky!! We loved this campsite. There were fire pits available for use at the sites," mentions Fiona W. about her stay at Collier Memorial State Park Campground.
Wildlife encounters: The forested setting brings frequent wildlife sightings. "I picked a spot right on the lake where I chose a comfy log to sit and enjoy a book. There is lots of wildlife around the lake; dusk coaxed several deer out to the water, lots of birds throughout the day, and the sound of frogs at night," describes Craig M. about camping at Hyatt Lake.
Seasonal considerations: Most equestrian campgrounds in the region operate seasonally. "Campground is quiet and very clean. Had no trouble getting in. Would be cautious bringing a huge rig up here as the roads are windy and sites are on the smaller side," advises Jules S. about Hyatt Lake Recreation Area.
Road noise during logging season: Some campgrounds experience periodic noise from logging operations. "The only drawback was the constant noise of logging trucks at night. They were coming from Keno Road so the noise included them gearing down to the stop sign and then getting back up to speed when passing the campground," warns D D. about Lily Glen Horse Camp.
Limited services: Most horse camps offer basic amenities. "There are pit toilets, garbage cans and well with a hand pump," notes a Lily Glen Horse Camp reviewer, providing important information for riders planning multi-day trips.
Wildlife education opportunities: Children can observe various forest animals in their natural habitat. "We stayed at site A25 on the inner ring. I suggest trying to get a site on the outer ring. Some of those are just off the river with private trail access," recommends Tj B. from Collier Memorial State Park Campground.
Beware of chipmunks: Some campgrounds have bold wildlife that might disturb supplies. "The chipmunks are everywhere and will steal food. Our dog was quite annoyed," warns Jessica P. about Collier Memorial State Park.
Educational attractions: When taking breaks from horseback riding, visit nearby educational sites. "Collier also offers many programs to keep the youngens and young at heart busy, very family friendly. There was wood sales, potable water pumps and clean, HOT powerful showers as well," shares Tj B.
Site selection for horse trailers: Choose appropriate sites that accommodate both living quarters and horse trailers. "A fun little campground that is located right off Dead Indian memorial road. There are a few wooden stalls for horses and campgrounds are first come first served," notes Kassidy D. about Lily Glen Horse Camp.
Road access considerations: Mountain roads can be challenging for larger rigs. "The road up the mountain coming from I-5 was made of narrow switchbacks straight up along the side of a cliff. I white-knuckled it the whole way in my little car... not for the faint of heart," cautions Craig M. about accessing Hyatt Lake Recreation Area.
Campsite positioning: Select sites based on privacy needs. "Nice primitive camping although road noise during logging season. There are additional trails and tracks across the road from Lily Glen," advises a visitor about equestrian camping facilities near Butte Falls.
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