Horse camping near Thompson, PA includes equestrian campgrounds with electrical hookups, trailer parking, and direct access to bridle trails. Lower Lake Campground Hemlock Hill Equestrian Area in Promised Land State Park accommodates horses with primitive campsites designed specifically for equestrians. Located in Greentown, Pennsylvania, approximately 20 miles from Thompson, this campground provides electrical hookups and water access for campers with horses. The sites accommodate both tents and RVs with space for horse trailer parking. While no dedicated horse corrals are listed in the facilities, the equestrian area is designed with riders in mind. Most sites include a picnic table and fire ring with fires permitted throughout the camping season. Shower facilities and toilets are available to campers, with a sanitary dump station on-site for RV users.
Trails accessible from the equestrian camping area connect to the broader Promised Land State Park trail system, offering varied terrain for riders of all experience levels. The park maintains several miles of bridle paths through forested areas, with connections to nearby state game lands providing extended riding opportunities. Reservations are required for all equestrian sites, with the camping season typically running from April through October, weather permitting. The campground's location near Lower Lake provides water access for horses after trail rides. Fifty-amp hookups are available for larger horse trailers and RVs, though the campground does not accommodate big rigs. Riders should bring their own containment systems for horses as no permanent corrals are provided.
"I stayed on a lakeside electric/water site for 5 nights in August 2020. It was SO BEAUTIFUL. We had SUPs and kayaks to take on the lake and our sites were right next to the boat launch. "
"We didn’t have a view of the lake, instead we were in someone’s back yard lol. It wasn’t a big deal. The site was well maintained and flat which were the most important."
"There is an environmental education center with programs, there is fishing and boating, and an amazing network if hiking and horse riding trails."
"The sites were a little close to each other and where we were in the park was a mixed use area. So we had an RV next to us with the Genny running all day."
Campground full this weekend
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"Went here with some friends who had never been outside NYC before. They were absolutely blown away. For me, it was a nice site but not exceptional. Bring or rent a kayak!"
"I drove to NYC for a business trip and ended up driving 1 and a half hour to reach this place. I always carry a tent in the back of my trunk and decided to go camping."
Campground full this weekend
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"3 hour drive from NYC, and a wonderful campsite with good weather in the summer - not too hot during the day and nice and cool overnight."
"We stayed in lower lake beechwood site 323. Was decent site only downside was fire pit area was very un-level for camping chairs, otherwise it’s a nice wooded site with privacy."
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GuideStayed October 14 without reservations because website showed lots of availability. Office was closed (M-F 8-4) so submitted honor system envelope with cash and stayed at Site 041 on Carpenter loop. Shower building was a short walk and was spacious enough. Water temp didn’t quite reach hot but was warm enough.
Electric kept on tripping breaker.
TravelerThe state park is beautiful. The site was very nice. The park itself is very big with many activities available such as boat rentals and a swimming pool. There's also an amphitheatre which hosts specials. During our stay the only activity we made it to was the pool. The main reason we didn't do more was the distance. We have a motorhome so we didn't have additional vehicles to get to and from places. We walked to the park which according to my Fitbit was 1.5 miles away. That doesn't seem too bad until you realize it's mostly hills in both directions! We are a fairly active young family who has no problem with a bit of a walk but after that experience we decided to just spend the remainder of our trip hanging out at our site. It's a good thing we only stayed 2 nights because our 10 year old might've lost his mind with boredom if we stayed longer. Overall, the site we had was great and I'd recommend it. My husband and I may come back for a couples date weekend.
GuideStayed in the fairly new ledges loop that are all full hookup sites. Nice large sites, beautiful area, friendly rangers. Nice play area for kids, water craft rentals, nice lake. Plenty of picnic areas for day trips.
TravelerKeen lake is the most cleanest friendliest family environment campsite you will ever find. Beautiful lake great fishing. Activities all day long for the children. Great general store that has everything in it that is open from sun up to sundown. The nachos and ice cream are the best. Super friendly staff. It's big they have tent sites right along the lake the lake is huge there's so much I could say but I would run out of room. I started coming here when I was four and I am now 46 years old and it is just the best place ever. It will always have a special place in our heart. Look forward every year to coming here no matter what age my kids are they all have a blast. From tent sites to RVs to cottages to glamping you name it they have it highly recommend it. Recently went camping to somewhere a little bit closer to home and it's nothing compared to here. It's like comparing Macy's to Walmart. You will never regret coming here. So pack your family up and have a great time.
TravelerWent tent camping for 3 nights, easy to get to, bathrooms were clean and so was the site. Sites were a good size and not on top of each other. Firewood was available in the area. But not much for stores so pack everything in before.
LegendThis is an amazing state park that has something for everyone. There is an environmental education center with programs, there is fishing and boating, and an amazing network if hiking and horse riding trails. There are several campgrounds, with tremendous variety for every camping style. There are standard car camping tent sites, RV sites, and yurts and camper cabins. For those who like more rustic options, there are hike-in sites that are beautiful and not far from the parking area. The campsites are nestled in a deep shady mature forest, and peaceful and quiet due to the wooded aspect and spacing of sites (at least for me, in September in a hike-in site not far from the regular campground). It is nice to have such a fine camping and outdoor recreation opportunity within an easy drive of the city of Clarks Summit, so probably a great weekend getaway for local folks, but a wonderful stopover for anyone on a road trip through northern PA as it is not far off Interstate 81. I was there only one day, but would like to be back to explore the trails!
GuideFirst trip of the season and we were amazed. Not crowded this time of year, serene, and perfect weather. We collected our own firewood as there is none for sale in the state park. We thought that was going to be a problem but we were okay with it!
Hiked 2 short easy trails (Little Falls and the Conservation Nature Loop- which we drove to). Absolutely beautiful! Bathrooms were clean and water was hot in the shower.
We will be visiting again!
LegendNice state park. Wooded campgrounds. Nice sites. Boating and fishing.
ScoutWe have camped here in tents and with our teardrop trailer. All of our experiences have been good. Clean bathrooms are essential and even when the large campground is full the bathrooms have been clean. It is a state park and so the campsites are often close, but we don’t mind. We’d be somewhere else if isolation was what we wanted.
The Promised Land State Park region north of Greentown offers equestrian-friendly camping options in the Pocono Mountains. The area sits at approximately 1,800 feet elevation, providing a cooler summer climate than surrounding lowlands. The region's mix of deciduous and coniferous forests creates a diverse habitat for wildlife viewing during horseback rides through state game lands.
Trail riding on bridle paths: At Lower Lake Campground Hemlock Hill Equestrian Area, riders access multiple trail systems. "We have camped here in tents and with our teardrop trailer. All of our experiences have been good," notes David S., who appreciates the clean facilities even when the campground is full.
Fishing from shore or boat: The clear waters at Keen Lake Resort Campground provide excellent fishing opportunities. Shannon C. reports, "The kids caught multiple sunnies and even a small perch. All in all, we had a great time and plan to go back next year."
Wildlife observation: The conservation areas around Pickerel Point Campground offer opportunities to spot local wildlife. Alaina Z. mentions, "Beavers! Far away but exciting nonetheless. The Conservation Walk on the island is short, easy, and beautiful. Well-marked."
Kayaking and canoeing: Multiple lakes in the area offer paddling opportunities. Carolyn M. from Pickerel Point notes, "I spent the night in the Promised Land State Park at Pickerel Point and it was so pretty and quiet. There was a beach nearby that was an excellent place to gaze at the stars."
Lake access from campsites: Many equestrian campers appreciate direct water access after trail rides. Nancy L. from Pickerel Point says, "Almost every campsite is close to the water. Our site had kayak access and that was a real bonus."
Clean shower facilities: Lackawanna State Park Campground maintains well-kept facilities important after a day of riding. Guy M. notes, "The park was very neat and well manicured. Bathrooms were fairly nice."
Spacious sites for horse trailers: Some campsites specifically accommodate horse trailers. David G. from Lackawanna explains, "Campground has cabins and yurts, pull in sites for RV's and strictly walk in tent sites. There is a beautiful lake and a very large pool."
Seasonal programming: Parks often offer educational programs about local ecology. Janet R. shares, "This is an amazing state park that has something for everyone. There is an environmental education center with programs, there is fishing and boating, and an amazing network of hiking and horse riding trails."
Reservation requirements: Equestrian sites fill quickly during peak season. According to Paula R., "Loved camping on Pickerel Point. Kids had a great time! Bathrooms could be cleaned more often but relatively clean."
Site surfaces vary: Lower Lake Campground Beechwood Area has different ground surfaces. Alaina Z. cautions about certain areas having "chunky bluestone gravel on the sites, so bring a sleeping pad!"
Limited cell service: Coverage can be spotty throughout the region. Mara S. reports, "The only negative is that I had almost no cell reception with Verizon."
Winter access: Some equestrian areas remain open year-round with limited services. Mara notes, "Sites have electric but no water. Spigot close by. Heated cozy bathhouse with clean showers."
Kid-friendly activities: Bear Spring Mountain offers family-oriented outdoor experiences. J G. recommends, "There is an area for day use where you can rent a paddle boat or kayak to go out on the water. Highly recommended if you like hiking."
Beach areas for post-ride swimming: Multiple campgrounds feature swimming areas. Debbie W. notes, "The lake is crystal clear and the beach is spotless. You absolutely have to bring a kayak/inflatable boat, but if you don't own one, don't worry, you can rent one."
Biking opportunities: Many equestrian campgrounds have paved roads for bicycling. Paula R. appreciates that "the road is paved, it makes it easy for the kids to ride bikes, skate etc."
Playground access: Several parks feature play equipment. Dawn T. says, "This is a very nice park with a beautiful lake. Clean bath houses and very friendly staff. They have activities for all ages. My kids love going here."
Electrical service reliability: Equestrian sites typically offer reliable power. However, David from Lackawanna cautions, "Two electric hookups would trip the 50 amp circuit breaker on any load about 30 amps, which means the hookups are old and unmaintained."
Dump station locations: RVers should note sanitary station availability. As Angie G. shares, "Not crowded this time of year, serene, and perfect weather. We collected our own firewood as there is none for sale in the state park."
Site leveling needs: Some equestrian sites require leveling blocks. Kelly F. recommends checking site conditions: "We had site 100 and amazing views of the water from our camper. The trails were beautiful, recommend little falls trail."
Trailer parking considerations: Maze M. notes, "The RV pads were spaced out perfectly and we all had our own picnic table and fire pit."
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