2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Beaver Creek State Park Campground offers a primitive equestrian campground with 59 non-electric sites located on Sprucevale Road, separate from the family camping area. Each site includes tie-ups for horses, with 12 sites available by reservation and the remaining 47 available on a first-come, first-served basis. The equestrian camping area features vault toilets but no shower facilities. The sites accommodate both horses and their owners, with sufficient space for trailers. The campground remains generally quiet even during peak season, with pine-covered sites providing shade and natural surroundings for horses and riders.
The trail system at Beaver Creek connects directly to the North Country National Scenic Trail, providing extensive riding opportunities through wooded terrain. Riders access multiple interconnected trails that wind through the 2,722-acre park alongside Little Beaver Creek, designated as a National Wild and Scenic River. The park's trail network accommodates various riding abilities with both flat terrain and moderate hills. Water access for horses is available at several points along the creek. Most equestrian visitors bring their own feed and water containers, as the park operates on limited well water. The trails remain open year-round, though spring conditions occasionally create muddy sections requiring careful navigation. The natural forest setting offers cool shade during summer months, making horse camping near Beaver particularly comfortable for both horses and riders during the warmer months.
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- 6 electric sites
- 44 non-electric sites
- Dump station
- No showers; no flush toilets
- Pets are permitted on all sites
Equestrian"
"The sites that were around us had a perfect view of the Beaver Creek Valley. Our site was more in the corner with trees and brush blocking the view but we still enjoyed our site."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $19 - $50 / night
"It is right next to the bike trail and has access to the lake. I have enjoyed my time at Moraine and will enjoy it every time I visit."
"In fact my family used to own property near by. This park has an awesome trail system for walking or biking"
"Very well kept, completely free 1st come campground just outside the very small town of Bloomingdale, OH. Pit toilets and no source of safe, clean water anymore."
"The campground is situated near shooting ranges so the gunfire lasts late into the evening and begins early in the morning disrupting the serenity a bit. The best part - it's free!"
"This smaller campground has a mix of equestrian sites and tent/RV sites. There are no showers, but the vault toilets were cleaned thoroughly ever morning."
"Tucked away in southeastern Ohio is a gem of a park for camping, hiking and horse camping. Clean water, restrooms, playground, sand volleyball and basketball court."
Available this weekend
from $19 - $29 / night
"The group next to us seemed a little rowdy when we first pulled in, but by 10:00 there was no noise anywhere near us. "
"Wood is dry and cheap right outside the park entrance. Bass fishing is top notch on the lake. I would definitely come back here again and again."
Available this weekend
from $23 - $80 / night
"The shortest distance is about 2 miles from the trailhead at the Kennerdell bridge, but there are other trailheads throughout the tract also."
"This campsite was close to an archery tournament for me. It is a huge campsite that is remote and peaceful. I will try to get this place again next year."
from $50 / night
ScoutThere’s no electricity and no where in walking distance and the internet isn’t great, and at night u hear raccoons in the trash cans. If you come here bring a portable phone charger. There’s really nothing here, and the bathrooms are disgusting
GuideMosquito Lake gets a bad rap because of its name. We had such a great time launching our kayak from our campsite! I’ve attached a highlighted map marked with the sights on or very close to the water to launch a kayak. Additional kayak launch sites available around the park if you can’t get one of these. It’s great campground if you have kids or a dog. Plenty of great playgrounds and a dog park/dog beach. The camp host was very nice and welcoming. The wash house has laundry and showers. Everything was clean.
GuideI've heard there are campgrounds that discriminate against car camping, first time experiencing it. There are many sites where people have a LARGE camper, a car, and multiple tents spread out over a large area. We have 2 SUV's with tents that attach to the backs. We followed all the rules and are taking up about HALF of our site. We were told that is not allowed. When asked for reasoning and comparing to what we've seen around the park, we get no clear answer that makes sense. We are here with a group that rented about 20 sites. After spending 4 hours setting everything up, she says one may have to leave; she's waiting to hear from her boss. I will definitely never return here!
TravelerVery neat and clean and organized
ScoutWhen we arrived, we checked in at the camp office. The ladies there were very kind. The roads through the campground are wide enough for two-way traffic and nicely paved.
This is a beautiful, heavily treed campground. Even on Memorial Day weekend with lots of people, the park was very peaceful. The sounds of birds permeate the air round the clock. Chipmunks run amok. They’re just so cute.
We booked site 56 for our 39’ fifth wheel. As soon as we pulled up, we knew there was no way we’d fit even though the reservation site said it would accommodate a 40’ rig. The camp hosts happened to be passing by as we were surveying the site. They were very helpful redirecting us to a nearby site that would be more suitable. FYI, sites 55 and 56 have deep culverts on either side. One wrong turn and you’re going to have a problem. The majority of sites along our road were just wide enough to keep the tires out of the dirt, but not wide enough for the stairs to land on asphalt. If you have a motorhome or other wide-bodied rig, like an Alliance Paradigm, I would recommend choosing one of the sites on the loop around the playground. Those are better suited for newer big rigs.
TIP…the line at the dump station is long on the holiday weekends. Plan accordingly.
GuideFirst time here. They told me Ohio State Parks were voted #1 in the US. Well there is a reason for that. Beautiful, clean, great spots, not a bad site in the entire park. Wood is dry and cheap right outside the park entrance. Bass fishing is top notch on the lake. I would definitely come back here again and again.
ScoutWe live really close so we stay at mosquito for our first stay every year. This year we were disappointed. They had no staff there to check us in, the signs says closed Monday through Wednesday. Bathrooms were supposed to be open because we stayed April 16th, but only some of them were. (Even though online states April 1st they reopen). Some sites are more wet than others. We stayed at site 54 this time. The pad was very narrow and it was wet around it (it has been raining a lot). The person before us must have purchased a $12 bale of hay that they were selling up front because there was hay everywhere. Wish they would just put gravel down.
Otherwise, it's quiet. We love the nature play area for the kids. We love the playgrounds.
When they are open, the bathrooms are very clean. The shower house is dated but clean. Far walk from every site basically as they put it on the main road between both loops.
ScoutSimple site, gravel park pad, fire pit with swinging arm grill. Plenty of free firewood. Great place would stay again
GuideWhen you pull into Beaver Creek Family Campground you pretty much have two choices: either you go left into multiple Pine tree sites or right into two cabins and more RV friendly open sites. A few of the RV sites have electric, but no water for their tanks. I suggest the pine sites for any tent or hammock campers. I stayed in one of the first set of 3 pine sites numbered 43, 44, and 45. There is some brush and cover between these sites, but each has a pull in parking pad. If 45 was occupied with a RV, 44 would not be as nice as it was. Backing into 44 and 45 would be tricky as well. To be fair any larger RV that came in better know how to get through tight quarters.
The back area of each of those 3 sites looked best to get even ground for a tent. My buddy hung his hammock between the tree to the left of the picnic bench and to a tree back and left in the picture of site 44. Site was fairly clean, but be sure to move the pine tree duff away from the fire pits to be safe.
Probably the nicest pit toilets I have experienced and while we didn't use, it the sun shower building would give anyone privacy if they had packed a portable shower. Lots of trails to choose from and the pioneer village in the state park gives you many options to spend the day. Had some luck fishing at the Canoe/Kayak area in the South East area of the park close to the Group Camp Sites.
Jefferson Lake State Park Campground provides access to equestrian camping facilities in close proximity to Beaver, Pennsylvania. The area sits at an elevation of approximately 700-800 feet with rolling hill terrain typical of the Ohio-Pennsylvania border region. Several state forests and parks within a 50-mile radius offer designated horse trails with both wooded sections and open meadows for riders seeking day trips or overnight experiences.
Trail riding: Connect directly to the North Country National Scenic Trail from Beaver Creek State Park Campground where "direct access to the North Country National Scenic Trail and trails through main park" provides extensive riding opportunities according to Tracy H.
Fishing access: Cast for bass at Jefferson Lake where access points are available near the dam. "Bass fishing is really fun because we caught a few nice ones!!" reports Mike T. from Beaver Creek State Park.
Exploring historic sites: Visit the pioneer village near Fernwood State Forest where camping is free. "The best part about the area was the history that surrounds it. There is a pioneer village near the park office that offers some picnicking areas around it. It also has original buildings from the pioneer days (church, school, etc)," notes Shay D.
Kayaking options: Launch at designated areas along Little Beaver Creek when water levels permit. Water access points are available at multiple locations, though conditions vary seasonally. As one visitor noted, "Kayaking is also very popular among the creek, but the water was too low this time."
Pine-covered campsites: Find natural shade at Jefferson Lake State Park Campground where "Perfect for our little Scamp trailer. Only 5 big electric sites, no showers or potable water. As a result it was so peaceful! We loved our rainy stay," reports Teri A.
Spacious sites: Enjoy room to spread out at Beaver Creek where Matt H. notes, "We camped this past weekend in site 50. It is an unbelievably spacious site under towering pine trees. The site sits back off the road and really makes you feel like you have the place to yourself."
Natural quiet: Experience peaceful camping even during busy seasons. "Small quiet state park. Nice trails and very big sites on the one side," says Adam S. about Jefferson Lake. The relative seclusion of equestrian campgrounds contributes to their typically quieter atmosphere.
Level camping areas: Find well-maintained tent pads at Hidden Hollow Campground where "All paved sites with picnic tables. Most have fire rings. All free but you must fill out a registration card. There are pit toilets and a water pump," explains Karen W.
Water availability: Limited facilities exist at most horse campgrounds near Beaver, Pennsylvania. At Moraine State Park, "There is a rustic vault toilet but no water at the site. I asked the lady at the park office if there was water nearby and she said yes, just hike down to the access road and over to the group tenting site to fillup. I'll tell you, this is not close - easily a 2-3 mile round trip," warns Matt R.
Terrain challenges: Many campsites have uneven ground. At Jefferson Lake, "The majority of the campsites are also so hilly that you can't put a tent up on a flat spot. We ended up sliding downhill all night because the space we rented was on a hill," explains Alex S.
Reservation requirements: Check each park's specific booking rules. Equestrian sites at Beaver Creek include "12 sites available by reservation and the remaining 47 available on a first-come, first-served basis." Other parks have different systems.
Primitive facilities: Most equestrian campgrounds offer basic amenities only. "Pit toilets and no potable water. As a result it was so peaceful!" mentions Teri A. about Jefferson Lake State Park.
Kid-friendly sites: Choose campgrounds with playground access at Beaver Creek. Matt H. explains, "We got a site near the playground, which my 3 year old enjoyed. The campground wasn't busy and we had a lot of privacy."
Star-gazing opportunities: Plan night sky viewing away from light pollution. "The sky was dark enough to see far more stars than you'd see near any larger towns or cities. To cap it off, we laid in our tent dozing off to the sounds of owls and coyotes!" shares Matt H.
Water play areas: Find safe creek access points for children at Danner Primitive Campground where "There are 8 sites spread out along the edge of the river, some being closer together than others. They are level and clear, each with a new picnic table and nice fire rings with adjustable grates. A few of the sites had stairs to the water for paddler access," according to Casey L.
Wildlife viewing: Watch for native species throughout the region. Multiple reviewers mention seeing local wildlife including owls, coyotes, and various bird species along the trails and near water features.
Access restrictions: Note road limitations when traveling to equestrian campgrounds. At Beaver Creek, reviewers mention "there is a road in the park (Echo Dell Road) that RV's/Trailers can't go on so make sure you approach this campground from Leslie Road!"
Limited hookups: Prepare for minimal services at most horse campgrounds. "They are on a well so there is limited water and they don't allow you to fill up your on board tank. Make sure you fill up before you go!" advises one camper at Beaver Creek State Park.
Site selection strategy: Research individual site details before booking at Starr Farm. "This campsite was close to an archery tournament for me. It is a huge campsite that is remote and peaceful," notes Daniel, highlighting the importance of choosing sites that match your specific needs.
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