Best Equestrian Camping near New Kensington, PA
Beaver Creek State Park Campground features an Equestrian Camp on Sprucevale Road with 59 primitive sites for horse camping. The equestrian camping area includes tie-ups for horses but no electrical hookups. The sites have uneven terrain with narrow pads that can make maneuvering horse trailers challenging. Twelve sites may be reserved in advance, while the remaining are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The campground provides vault latrines but no shower facilities. The small, wooded campsites offer limited privacy between neighboring sites, and pets are permitted throughout the camping areas.
The North Country National Scenic Trail connects directly to the campground, providing extensive riding opportunities for equestrians. Beaver Creek runs through the park, offering water access for horses during rides, though water levels vary seasonally and may be too low for optimal use during dry periods. The surrounding trail system features wooded paths through towering pine trees that provide natural shade for riders and horses. Trailer parking is available but requires careful navigation on park roads—RVs and trailers must approach from Leslie Road, as Echo Dell Road cannot accommodate larger vehicles. The primitive nature of the facilities means limited water access from the park's well system, with restrictions on filling large tanks or containers for horses.
