2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Howard Creek Horse Camp in Silver Falls State Park offers spacious horse campsites designed specifically for equestrians, with electric hookups, water access, and sanitary facilities for both riders and horses. Sites are large enough to accommodate horse trailers with ample room for setup. Trails throughout the park connect directly to the campground, allowing riders immediate access to the extensive trail network. Sites are big and private, with the campground remaining quiet even when fully booked on summer weekends. The park maintains separate walking, biking, and horse trails to ensure safe riding experiences.
Silver Falls State Park provides additional equestrian opportunities with miles of designated horse trails winding through temperate rainforest terrain. Riders can access the park's trail system directly from Howard Creek, with routes connecting to the broader network of Silver Falls hiking paths. Willamette Mission State Park Horse Camp offers another option for equestrians, operating seasonally from May 15 to September 30. The trails at Willamette Mission are described as gorgeous and uncrowded, creating the feeling of being out in the wild even when the campground is at capacity. Both parks require reservations for horse camping, with sites filling quickly during peak summer months. Horse owners should note that while dogs are welcome at these campgrounds, some trails within Silver Falls State Park do not allow pets.
"Like most Oregon coast campgrounds, the summer months are very busy."
"4 1/2 stars for this sprawling, accessible campground, easy to find and close to so many things Shangra-La-ish about Newport and the Oregon Coast."
Available this weekend
from $32 - $130 / night
"So much better than those CGs next to highways and RRs"
"Dump station nearby. We were visiting relatives in this area, so really only need a safe place to park the rig. This worked out fine."
"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."
Available this weekend
from $22 - $92 / night
"Only sites for camping with horses."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $74 / night
"There are only a few flat spots for RVs but quite a few decent spots for tent camping next to the pond. The west side of the pond has at least 2 spots that are a good distance away from the others."
"The sites are sling the right side of the of the road, the road that leads along the left (west side) of the lake. There are several sites, we stayed in H2, which is painted on the road."
"Bathrooms were close to sites and decent. The site was pretty quiet. There are ATV trails nearby so lots of dirt bikers in the camp."
"However, we continued up the road which wound its way around a mountain and found a lovely spot away from the busy campground below. So peaceful and relaxing. Dirt bike paths around too."
from $15 - $20 / night
"Very quite and tons of near empty trails even with a full campground on a weekend in the summer. Walking, bike, and horse trails. Close to the ten waterfall trail on the day use area."
"First and foremost, it's all about the waterfalls - all 10 of them - linked by paved hiking trails. Not a fan of sharing the trail with hikers when on your bike?"
from $22 - $61 / night
ScoutBeautiful camping sites. Very busy. Lots of families and people. Roads are very windy and curvy be extra cautious. Wish we had more time so much to explore. If you bring your dog, you will be very limited on where you can hike too. RV sites are pretty private. Bathrooms and showers look brand new. And Camp post are extremely kind and polite.
RangerThe road wasn't to bad getting there. There were a few spots in the campsite. River feet away, berry patches close. No cell coverage.
GuideThis dispersed campground allows a 14-day stay. Paved roads and a good variety of sized campsites. I found a cemented level slab to park my trailer on, however, this was the only site with a cemented structure. Lots of blackberries to pick, and very nice place to hike with your pets.
TravelerThe road is easily traveled, though there are only a few sites. Some by the river were already taken when I got there but omg gorgeous. I’ll definitely be back.
TravelerThere are 3 camp sites in this area. I was in #1 for 9 days, site 3 seems to be the best of them as it's on a pond, unlike 2 was more like stream . Each has a fire ring with plenty of space for 2 or more rigs. I arrived on a Saturday thinking there will never be a spot, but as luck would have it site 1 was clear. There was plenty of blackberries for the pickin, and wild life to observe, Site3 was occupied the first weekend, but it seems that they left the tent up and left for the week, only to return the following weekend with a group.
RangerEverybody raves about this campground, but we found it just ok. This is a HUGE campground situated along the Oregon coast and Hwy 101. Actually, you walk under Hwy 101 to get out to the beach. There are 8 loops (A-H), that are a mix of yurts, standard tents sites, FHU (full hook-ups) and PHU (partial hook-ups) sites. Loops A, B, and groups sites are the closest to the beach, but also closest to the road noise from Hwy 101. The campground is nice, but there is not much privacy or space as sites are packed in close together. We lucked out in that our site, F14, was around a bend in the road and surrounded by shrubs. This was not the norm though from what I saw during our daily walks. As other reviewers mentioned, this is a very family friendly campground. There were tons of kids on bikes and scooters going to and fro. This caused a little bit of an issue when we arrived and were prepping to back our 32ft 5th wheel into our spot. I had to give a yell at some kids who kept riding their bikes behind our trailer as my husband was trying to maneuver the trailer. Not cool and not very good campground etiquette. I will say this though, when quiet hours rolled around, I didn't hear a peep out of anyone near us. A couple more things...I had no Verizon connectivity what-so-ever until I got to the beach. If you are in loops C-H, the beach is definitely not "steps" away. It was quite a walk from F loop and even farther if you camp at the back of H and G loops. Lastly, the dump station (sigh). There is one lane in the dump station. For such a huge campground that has only 53 full hook-up sites out of 257 campsites, one lane is not enough. We waited in the dump station line for 45-50 minutes before we could dump our tanks. Another issue is the pilot program that Oregon state parks is doing at some of their parks. The fee for the dump station is $10 for everyone unless you had a FHU site. There is a qr code that you're supposed to be able to scan and pay. Well, I still didn't have service at the dump station and my husband doesn't have a smart phone. I had to walk over and pay at the ranger station. We had an issue at another park as well, but that will be in the review for that park.
Another little note: we saw some dead birds on the beach. I reported this to the ranger station and she told me that unfortunately this is a normal occurance in August. The name escapes me at the moment, but this type of bird nests in the rocks and when a predator comes, they fling themselves off the rocks. So it is a normal thing in August, but just beware for when you go out on the beach.
Guide4 stars because ppl are packed in like sardines. Off season this place would be best.
This is August and of course there are lots of families with kids and adults seem to think it’s ok for them to scream around on bikes and e-bikes w/o any limits on speed and awareness of other people.
However there are a few nature trails thru some unbelievable old growth forest that is mind numbing beautiful!!!
It’s close to the ocean, so you can walk.
The campgrounds are long and spread out, the lower letters a-c have the best spots if you love the ocean. Also better WiFi signals.
There are a few people who think that they own the spots I guess and can be up doing their thing like this guy. It’s got a big ram truck. It seems to be moving his truck just to move it this morning and then later on and it loud. It’s 6:30 AM light is flashing right in my eye. I’m trying to enjoy my coffee.
Take away the people in this place would be stellar
Good access to the town. It’s only about 7 miles away to get supplies, but it’s quiet with the exception of the people and the forest is lovely.
GuideMy husband and I have tried to reserve a spot at Silver Falls SP in Oregon the last few years. This year we were very proactive in making a reservation as soon as the window opened. This is a beautiful park. Wonderful access to several water falls in the area. Sites are large. We stayed in a non hookup site with our 22 foot trailer. Things to consider - only a few trails are open to dogs so if you want to go close to the falls, visit the park at a time of the year that is cool enough for your furry friend to stay in your car. We visited in July. Skunks and raccoons came out to visit when it got dark. Just be aware that we are all sharing their home. Finally, there’s a little spot in the campground that you can access wi-fi but we weren’t able to sign on to it. If heading towards Salem, there’s a Willamette Valley overlook that can get a phone signal.
ScoutWe had a nice camp spot. Showers and restrooms not far away from any campsite. Will definitely return to this one.
Silver Falls State Park provides exceptional equestrian camping near Falls City, Oregon. The forested terrain features over 25 miles of designated horse trails through diverse habitats including fir forests and meadowlands. Trail elevations range from 1,400 to 2,000 feet, with most horse trails remaining accessible from late spring through early fall when ground conditions are optimal for riding.
Trail riding at Silver Falls State Park: The trail system connects directly to Howard Creek Horse Camp, offering separate walking, biking, and horse trails. "Stunning camping in a temperate rainforest. Sites are big and private. Very quite and tons of near empty trails even with a full campground on a weekend in the summer," notes Jennifer H.
Waterfall viewing from horseback: Access multiple waterfall trails from the horse camp. "First and foremost, it's all about the waterfalls - all 10 of them - linked by paved hiking trails. Not a fan of sharing the trail with hikers when on your bike? There are miles of mountain bike trails. Have horses? They have trails too," writes Sherrie B.
Multi-day riding at Willamette Mission: Willamette Mission State Park Horse Camp operates seasonally (May 15-September 30) and provides varied terrain for longer rides. "The trails are absolutely gorgeous- it felt like being out in the wild," according to a camper who spent a weekend at the park.
Large, private campsites: Many equestrian sites feature pull-through designs to accommodate horse trailers. According to one visitor at Beverly Beach State Park Campground, "This campground is very well maintained, and thought out! Great showers, close to the beach and such a cute little store!!"
Well-maintained facilities: Most equestrian campgrounds near Falls City maintain specific amenities for horses. "The site was pretty flat ground and easy access to the beach through the campground. The surroundings were aesthetically beautiful and a quant little store near the entrance," reports Tiffany E.
Uncrowded riding conditions: Even during summer weekends, many trails remain relatively quiet. "Campground is less open and more wooded than some of the other coast parks. Beach is very close via a short trail under the highway bridge and can be seen from A loop," notes Erik C.
Seasonal availability: Many equestrian facilities have limited seasons. At Polk County Fairgrounds, which offers large pull-through spaces for horse trailers, availability varies. "We stayed here for seven nights and we do it again! Electricity 30 amp and water at the post. Dump station nearby," reports Theresa R.
Trail restrictions: Some trails prohibit horses during wet conditions or have seasonal closures. "The hike is amazing and beautiful though most of the trails are closed to dogs," mentions Krystle K. about Silver Falls State Park.
Limited facilities at primitive sites: Dispersed camping options like Mt Hebo Horse Trail Dispersed CampSite lack amenities but offer more seclusion. "Parked just east of the trailhead at site 14... Has nice roads, and camp fire pit. Lots of room and flat ground," notes Jonathan U.
Beginner-friendly trails: Several areas offer shorter, less challenging routes suitable for young riders. "This is a very family friendly camp ground, so watch out for all the RVs and kids on bikes. But once you are out on the trail it gets peaceful and picturesque," shares Andrea M. about Silver Falls State Park Campground.
Educational opportunities: Many parks offer ranger-led programs about local ecosystems and wildlife. "Nice educational programs for kids. Firewood conveniently available," mentions Kristen W.
Non-riding activities: Parks offer alternatives for family members who don't ride. "We love hiking the trails and our kids love the playground and river swimming!" says April F., highlighting the diverse activities available.
Trailer-specific sites: Look for equestrian campgrounds with designated pull-through spaces for horse trailers. At Jones Creek, "Campsites are spaced well apart with lots of room in each site... Phone Service is super bad so be prepared to go off grid!" warns Autumn R.
Hookup availability: Most established equestrian campgrounds offer electric and water hookups. "Spots 9 or 12 (next to the playground and sunny spots) or 72 (next to the creek in the shade)" are recommended by Melissa L. for those seeking specific amenities.
Horse-friendly amenities: Check for specific equestrian facilities before arrival. "It is basically a Parking Lot at a fairgrounds with RV hook ups," notes Sophia S. about Polk County Fairgrounds, which offers basic accommodations for horse owners with trailers.
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