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Dry Lake Horse Camp and Horse Creek Campground provide the primary equestrian camping options near Newport, Oregon. Horse Creek Campground features individual corrals at most sites, with 11 campsites spread throughout a forested setting. The campground includes vault toilets and a water trough for horses, though campers should note this water is not potable for humans. Each site includes a fire pit and picnic table alongside the horse corral. The corrals can become muddy if manure is not carefully removed. The campground layout offers good separation between sites, with both pull-through and back-in options available for horse trailers.
The trails connecting to Horse Creek Campground require horses to be in good condition due to hilly terrain. Many original scenic overlooks along the trails have become partially grown in, though the forest setting remains impressive. Baker Beach Campground offers an alternative equestrian option with access to beach riding. The campground includes a designated area for horses and provides a short quarter-mile walk over dunes to reach the beach. Riders should be aware that the turn into Dry Lake Horse Camp from Highway 101 is sharp and immediately uphill, potentially challenging for those towing large trailers. Trail users may encounter other recreationists, as non-equestrian campers sometimes occupy horse camp sites during busy periods.
"Not too far from Newport so if you forgot something it's an easy trip to go pick it up. Beautiful beach and great for large groups."
"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."
from $25 - $90 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Horse Creek is a great site for horse camping. Only two sites are for non-stock campers."
"Just south of Yachats, highway 101 makes a sharp turn with a steep drop, down to the beach."
from $10 - $44 / night
Check Availability"Parks that are walking distance to shops and restaurants are such a treat. "
"The main draw of this campground is its proximity to the cute town of Florence. We don't tow a car, so being able to camp within walking distance of shops and restaurants is always a treat."
from $35 - $55 / night
Check Availability"Small (only a handful of sites) campground with a moderate walk to the beach. The campground host was very friendly!"
"Close to the neighbors it’s pretty flat if you back up close to the rocks. The grounds and trail smell like horse poop. Goes away if the wind blows in an another direction."
"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."
"When all other nearby campgrounds were full, we came here. Great spot in between Florence and yachats."
ScoutStopped in for a night. Nothing fancy but did the trick. Cheap wood nearby, up the road with the big mushroom. Used the fire pit to cook dinner. Generators are definitely allowed as some dude ran his all night… bathroom was clean considering what it is.
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.
TravelerI am so grateful someone told me about this campground. It has old growth trees and 15 miles of trails. It is a campground for people with horses but two of the spots are for anyone. ( Also, you can camp in a site that has corrals.) No one will make you leave. I walked the trails every day through the gorgeous forest. Would definitely come here again. The only drawback is that the first three quarters of a mile off the highway are mostly a single Lane road. I drove slowly and honked at the two large curves. But there were plenty of people up there with horse trailers so evidently, it's not as much of a problem. Eric, the camp host, is a great guy.
GuideI loved it here. The spots are a little close where I was but at least there was a picnic table. I love the location most of all. You can hear the birds and watch the seals close up. Well kept park and good facilities.
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.
TravelerStopped here for the night. Got the last open spot on a Tuesday. Got site 2. Close to the neighbors it’s pretty flat if you back up close to the rocks. The grounds and trail smell like horse poop. Goes away if the wind blows in an another direction. The trail to the beach has a lot of horse poop as there’s someone up the road that does horse back riding tours to the beach. Only a few sites we got luck and got the last available site on a Tuesday in July. Got site 2 it’s pretty level if you get up close to the rocks in the side. Campground host was very friendly. Cleanest pit toilet I have ever seen.
TravelerGreat staff and great overall place to stay
ScoutWe had a nice camp spot. Showers and restrooms not far away from any campsite. Will definitely return to this one.
Equestrian camping options near Newport, Oregon offer access to forested trails and beach riding opportunities within the Siuslaw National Forest. The campgrounds sit at elevations between 200-400 feet above sea level in the Coast Range, with cool summer temperatures averaging 65-70°F during peak season. Trail systems connect through dense coastal forests with occasional ocean views, though weather patterns can create muddy conditions even in summer months.
Trail riding from horse camps: Horse Creek Campground serves as a central hub for equestrian trail access. According to camper Laura M., "The trails are wonderful!! But hilly so make sure your horse is fit or you are willing to take it easy." Most trails range from moderate to challenging difficulty with elevation changes.
Beach riding access: Baker Beach Campground provides direct beach riding opportunities. Rider MeLinda W. notes, "Very clean but tiny campground near the beach. Designed for equestrian use but no restrictions posted for other campers... It's a maybe 1/4 mile walk to the beach over dunes." Beach riding typically requires traversing soft sand dunes before reaching firmer shoreline.
Forest exploration: Dry Lake Horse Camp connects to shaded forest trails. Ash C. reports it's "Close to heceta light house, right before sea lion caves, and close to hikes and away from crowds." The camp's location allows riders to combine beach and forest riding in single outings.
Privacy between sites: Horse Creek Campground offers secluded camping spots. Laura M. observed, "There are 11 sites, each nicely separated from the other. Some are pull throughs and some are back ins." This separation allows for quieter camping experiences away from neighboring sites.
Proximity to beaches: Many visitors appreciate Baker Beach Campground's location. North Idaho N. commented, "Small (only a handful of sites) campground with a moderate walk to the beach. The campground host was very friendly!" Val added, "The hike to the beach was fantastic...Could hear the waves crashing all night."
Less crowded alternatives: When main horse campgrounds fill up, nearby areas provide options. At Hult Pond, Brandon A. notes: "I had no issues with Tweakers, wasn't harassed by anybody or anything like that. All the people we ran into very nice very courteous and we ended up camping just up the creek a little bit...The area is beautiful lots of privacy and the fishing was pretty decent."
Campsite availability challenges: Popular horse campgrounds fill quickly, especially during peak season. Laurie S. from Horse Creek Campground warns, "If you don't show early in the week with your big rig and all your horses you will not get a spot. It's over run with car camping sucking up all the spots with horse corrals."
Access road conditions: Some horse camps have challenging approaches. About Dry Lake Horse Camp, Ash C. cautions, "The turn into this road from Highway is a sharp one and immediately uphill. Probably not for anyone towing large trailers but if your skilled you can try it out."
Water limitations: Beverly Beach State Park Campground offers more reliable amenities than forest service horse camps. Hana M. shared, "This campground is very well maintained, and thought out! Great showers, close to the beach and such a cute little store!!" Unlike horse camps, many state parks provide potable water and shower facilities.
Wildlife encounters: Campers might spot diverse wildlife near Newport horse camps. Debbie I. reported from Beverly Beach, "We seen stellar jays and a woodpecker." Forest trails often provide wildlife viewing opportunities in early mornings or evenings.
Beach access activities: Baker Beach Campground offers family-friendly beach options. Annie C. advises, "Be prepared for a hike through deep shifting sand dunes to get to the beach. And watch out for horse poo as this is a busy horse path the local stable takes to the beach." The quarter-mile walk over dunes can be challenging for very young children.
Educational opportunities: Some campgrounds provide learning experiences. At Beverly Beach, Kristen W. notes, "Nice educational programs for kids. Firewood conveniently available." These programs typically run during summer months and focus on coastal ecology.
Fossil hunting: Beach activities can include fossil searching. Erik C. shares that at Beverly Beach, "FOSSILS! Literally everywhere on this beach. Nearly every rock and cliff face is littered with marine fossils of varying types and sizes and you can often find individual fossilized shells that can be collected." This activity works well for school-age children with some adult supervision.
Cell service considerations: Reception varies widely between horse campgrounds. At Hult Pond Recreation Area, Grace A. warns, "We lost cell service about an hour before we even got there, and didn't have any the whole time there." Plan accordingly if staying connected is important for family safety.
Fairground alternatives: When horse campgrounds fill up, Polk County Fairgrounds provides a backup option within driving distance of Newport. Casey P. notes, "Huge gravel lot with RV hookups, no sewer connection but there is an on-site dump station so that's covered." Theresa R. adds, "Electricity 30 amp and water at the post. Dump station nearby."
Horse trailer considerations: Horse campgrounds near Newport require careful navigation. Ash C. advises about Dry Lake Horse Camp: "The turn into this road from Highway is a sharp one and immediately uphill. Probably not for anyone towing large trailers but if your skilled you can try it out." Consider scouting the approach before attempting with large rigs.
Site selection for equestrian camping: At Horse Creek Campground, equestrians should be aware of site differences. Dodie K. explains, "The camp has no water or any hook ups but the corrals are pretty good except they can get muddy if manure is not carefully picked out." Look for sites with better drainage during rainy periods.
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