2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Dry Lake Horse Camp, located near Seal Rock, Oregon, provides basic camping facilities for equestrians. This primitive campground offers campsites specifically designed to accommodate horses and their owners. Sites are equipped for both tent and RV camping, with space for horse trailers. The campground allows alcohol consumption but does not offer electric hookups, water connections, or shower facilities. Trail access from the camp connects riders to the surrounding Siuslaw National Forest, where numerous riding opportunities exist. The campground receives a solid 4-star rating from visitors who appreciate the direct access to forest trails.
Horse Creek Campground in Siuslaw National Forest offers another option for horse enthusiasts in the region. Located approximately 25 miles south of Seal Rock, this campground provides tent and RV sites with room for horse trailers. Water hookups are available, though the campground lacks electric connections and shower facilities. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak riding seasons. The campground connects to several trail systems suitable for day rides of varying difficulty levels. Trail conditions can be affected by coastal weather patterns, with some routes becoming muddy during rainy periods. The campground's 3.5-star rating reflects its basic amenities balanced with good trail access for riders seeking forest and coastal terrain experiences.
"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 $25 - $90 / night
"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
"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."
"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."
"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
"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.
Horse riding enthusiasts can find several equestrian camping options near Seal Rock, Oregon, situated in the central Oregon Coast region at an elevation of approximately 100 feet. The area experiences mild temperatures year-round with substantial rainfall from October through May, creating lush forest conditions. Trail access varies seasonally, with summer and early fall providing the driest, most accessible conditions for both riders and campers.
Trail riding through coastal forests: Horse Creek Campground in Siuslaw National Forest connects to several trail systems suitable for different experience levels. "The trails are wonderful!! But hilly so make sure your horse is fit or you are willing to take it easy," notes Dodie K. at Horse Creek Campground.
Beach riding excursions: Baker Beach offers equestrian access to shoreline trails. Annie C. reports, "While here I took advantage of the rental stable and got to ride on the beach; pretty cool experience!" at Baker Beach Campground.
Hiking with or without horses: Explore nearby forests on foot when not riding. At Dry Lake Horse Camp, Ash C. mentions it's "close to hikes and away from crowds" and "close to heceta light house, right before sea lion caves."
Equestrian-focused facilities: Horse Creek Campground provides dedicated equestrian amenities. "Horse Creek is a great site for horse camping. Only two sites are for non-stock campers. 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," explains Dodie K.
Nature immersion: The secluded forest settings offer peaceful camping experiences. At Hult Pond Recreation Area, Nicki G. describes it as "beautiful and quiet (other than the 9pm daily goose choir). The pond was great for kayaking and there is plenty to explore if you aren't worried about a little elevation in your hike."
Affordability: Most equestrian campgrounds in the region maintain reasonable fees. Laura M. notes at Baker Beach Campground, "It's $16.43/night and half off for seniors. There are vault toilets. Host on site."
Campground availability issues: Horse camps fill quickly, especially during peak season. At Horse Creek Campground, Laurie S. cautions, "If you don't show early in the week with your big rig and all your horses you will not get a spot."
Facility limitations: Most horse camps have basic amenities only. Laura M. reports at Horse Creek, "There are 11 sites, each nicely separated from the other. Some are pull throughs and some are back ins... There is water for horses, but it's not potable for humans."
Road conditions: Access roads can present challenges for large trailers. Ash C. notes 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."
Beach access with children: Beverly Beach State Park offers family-friendly shoreline. Tiffany E. reports, "We stayed in an ADA site during the week in mid July. It was nice flat ground and easy access to the beach through the campground."
Educational opportunities: Some parks offer learning programs. Kristen W. mentions Beverly Beach has "Nice educational programs for kids. Firewood conveniently available."
Activity planning: Bring extra supplies for no-service areas. Grace A. warns about Hult Pond, "We lost cell service about an hour before we even got there, and didn't have any the whole time there."
Site selection for trailers: Choose equestrian sites designed for larger rigs. Michael B. notes about Horse Creek Campground, "Horse camps are also officially available to tents without horses. Says so on the USFS website."
Trailer parking challenges: Pay attention to turnaround space when hauling horses. J.R. observes at Horse Creek Campground, "Definitely could be a nice stop for riders! Good turnarounds for trailers."
Corrals and amenities: Upper Lake Creek - Hult Reservoir provides basic accommodations for campers with horses. David B. comments, "Dispersed camping. Excellent hidden creek water. Restroom open during camping season. Store one mile away."
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