Larry A.
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TravelerGrant County RV Park
Quiet and clean
I have been at Grant County for work and so appreciate the way it is clean and quiet. Around the corner is a large playground for children. The river walk is my favorite.
Equestrian Camping near Kimberly, OR
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Coalmine Hill Campground provides essential facilities for horseback riders seeking overnight accommodations near Kimberly. The campground features a wooden pin system to secure horses overnight while providing space for both riders and their animals. The large parking area accommodates horse trailers with ample room to turn around without difficulty. Individual sites come with picnic tables and surround a central cul-de-sac area. Basic amenities include pit toilets, though no drinking water is available on site. Most campsites benefit from ample shade, providing relief for horses and riders during warmer months. The campground operates seasonally, typically accessible from late spring through fall. Campers reference The Dyrt for top tips on camping near Kimberly, Oregon.
A 2.5-mile round trip hiking trail connects directly to the campground, offering recreational opportunities beyond horseback riding. The trail to Gibson Caves features scenic views throughout the route with options for either short or extended treks. While the campground caters to equestrian visitors, the terrain presents some challenges as the ground is uneven with scattered tree trunks throughout the camping area. Horse owners should prepare for mosquitoes during summer months by bringing adequate insect repellent. The campground sits relatively close to the main highway, creating some traffic noise that may affect sensitive horses. The nearby oriental campground provides an alternative option for horse camping in the region, though it receives mixed reviews from equestrians. Most visitors appreciate the spacious layout that allows separation between horse trailers.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Kimberly (6)
1. Mitchell City Park
"Near the painted hills of Oregon! Not much to it, but there are restrooms with running water. Caught a ride from here to the hills for sunset. Mitchell is a nice little town in central Oregon."
"This small four site RV “Park” located in a public park in the town of Mitchell, Oregon is perfect if wanting to visit John Day National Monument."
2. Grant County RV Park
"After a full day, driving, we were having trouble finding a place to stay near John Day, Oregon. All of the very few campgrounds available we’re already full."
"Stream running next to the sites. Close to town. It is next to the fairgrounds, but very quit when no events. Good place to spend the night while traveling through"
Check Availabilityfrom $45 / night
3. Coalmine Hill
4. Cutsforth Park Campground
"Pit toilets are located in one of the loops, but there are bathrooms with showers near the host site. There is a hiking trail directly from camp into the forest."
5. Welch Creek Campground & Trailhead
"Easy turn around. creek is clear and very cold. There are picnic tables."
6. Oriental
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 20 min from Bend, OR
- 2 hrs 26 min from Kennewick, WA
- 2 hrs 59 min from Walla Walla, WA
- 3 hrs 29 min from Yakima, WA
Equestrian Camping Reviews near Kimberly, OR
21 Reviews of 6 Kimberly Campgrounds
Les G.
GuideGrant County RV Park
Comfortable overnight stop over
Nice little park with full hookups! Very clean and Green
- Les G.Guide
Grant County RV Park
Very pleasant stop over
Comfortable park near the river in John Day for and overnight stop over.
- Bill B.Guide
Grant County RV Park
SO… tired….
After a full day, driving, we were having trouble finding a place to stay near John Day, Oregon. All of the very few campgrounds available we’re already full. Even this campground, which is part of the fairgrounds, appeared to be full and it had prior reservations on to remaining Spots. As we were about to leave, the host of the campground caught up with us and said that since we had a short motorhome(24 foot) that there was one spot remaining. The people we dealt with were very friendly and helpful. I think the host realized how tired we were and made a special effort to invite us to stay.
- GGil W.Guide
Mitchell City Park
NICE SPOT IN A CITY PARK
Not sure what some people are complaining about. This small four site RV “Park” located in a public park in the town of Mitchell, Oregon is perfect if wanting to visit John Day National Monument. Very close to the painted hills and the road to Fossil. For only $25 with electric and water, it's a steal, especially after boon-docking for a few days. Close to a small store that carries a lot of stuff. Plus the Tiger Town Brewing—all any camper needs. Right ? Would definitely stay here again.
- DDon O.Guide
Grant County RV Park
Grant county park
Pretty nice park, bathrooms and showers a mile away. Did not stay here we moved on
Jack P.GuideGrant County RV Park
Good for a quick stop
We just stopped for the night and it worked well. I checked in late and it was a little confusing. Had a hard time getting the PIN to access the bathroom. Site had what we needed and was very quiet.
- HHallieTraveler
Cutsforth Park Campground
Cutforth in June.
This campground has full and partial hookup sites. The roads are gravel and wind their way up a steep hill, but the sites provide decent privacy. Each site has a picnic table and fire pit. Pit toilets are located in one of the loops, but there are bathrooms with showers near the host site. There is a hiking trail directly from camp into the forest. We loved the serenity of being away from town in the woods where all we could hear were the birds and the creek nearby (and the thunderstorm that passed thru).
Lee D.
LegendGrant County RV Park
Maybe ok for RVs but not for us
We had reserved a site here and upon arrival, pulled in among all the large RVs, where our campervan was dwarfed. Spaces were all level and gravel with full hook-ups (20/30/50 amp). Large picnic table but difficult to determine which one was ours as the sites are close together with no privacy between them. The sites in the row we were in were all pull-throughs and the John Day River was just beyond the road which was nice.
The most welcoming part of the park was the sign on our site otherwise it was dismal (the overcast weather didn’t help). We later heard from someone that there had recently been some thefts at the park.
The bathhouse is accessed by walking through a grassy area and was pretty basic but clean. We chose this campground based on the reviews and I realize our opinion may be in the minority but we just didn’t get a good vibe here. If we had a large RV, we might have felt differently. We stayed for about 45 minutes debating what to do but in the end, left and found a space at the state park about eight miles away that better suited our needs.
Guide to Kimberly
Coalmine Hill Campground provides essential facilities for equestrians visiting the Kimberly area. The site features a large parking area specifically designed to accommodate horse trailers with ample turn-around space for vehicles of various sizes. A wooden pin system allows horses to be secured safely overnight while campers enjoy the primarily shaded sites. Trails accessible directly from the campground offer both short and extended riding options, with the shorter loop covering approximately 3 miles round trip. The campground includes basic amenities such as picnic tables and pit toilets but lacks water hookups, requiring riders to bring supplies for their animals. The grounds can be uneven in places, which may present challenges for some tent campers.
Located along the Blue Mountain Scenic Highway (Road 53), Coalmine Hill serves as one of the few free horse-friendly camping options in the national forest near Ukiah. The campground features approximately five unmarked campsites arranged around a central cul-de-sac parking area. Gibson Caves trail offers riders scenic views along a 2.5-mile round trip route with potential for longer excursions up steeper terrain. The proximity to Highway 53 means traffic noise may be noticeable, and summer visitors should prepare for mosquitoes. While the campground lacks defined site boundaries, this horse-focused area provides essential access to forest trails and accommodations for equestrians seeking basic facilities without fees or reservations. Daily trail rides connect campers to the surrounding forest landscape with varying terrain suitable for different riding experience levels.
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