1 campground with availability this weekend
Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area provides equestrian camping opportunities near Wayne, Pennsylvania. The park offers trails suitable for horseback riding and trail riding, though specific equestrian camping facilities are limited in the immediate area. The campground accommodates tent and RV camping with amenities including drinking water, electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings. Campers should be aware that while horses are permitted on designated trails, the standard camping areas do not feature dedicated horse corrals or specialized equestrian facilities. The campground maintains clean toilet facilities and trash disposal for overnight visitors.
Located approximately 30 miles from Wayne, Fair Hill's trail system extends through varied terrain suitable for riders of different experience levels. The natural resources management area provides access to several miles of designated horseback riding trails through scenic woodland and open fields. Riders should note that while pets are permitted in the camping areas, specific regulations apply to horses and trailers. Trail riders are advised to bring portable containment systems as permanent corrals are not provided. The campground is open year-round, making it accessible for equestrians during all seasons. Visitors frequently note the well-maintained trails and the peaceful camping environment that makes this location suitable for short riding getaways despite the basic nature of its equestrian accommodations.
"We were looking for someplace close to the city but away from the hustle and bustle of our city life, this was the perfect little steal-away; relatively close by, great car camping spots, nice easy hikes"
"Campground Review: French Creek State Park Campground is located in Elverson, Pennsylvania and sits adjacent to Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site."
Available this weekend
from $20 - $75 / night
"There are some equestrian and tent sites as well. Lots of boating (electric motors only) and kayaking on the pond and a decent amount of hiking."
"I took her older cousins to the fishing pier, and we didn't even get a nibble, but I think it was too cold for panfish that close to shore."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $27 - $45 / night
"This campground has 2 small loops, the Lake Loop and the Fiddler's Loop. Lake loop is the bigger of the two, however the “sites” are smaller and it's more open. It is popular with group tenters."
"Large campsites at the Lake Loop. Map is a little deceiving- the sites are farther from the lake than I expected and there are no running water bathrooms. Very clean and wooded sites."
from $15 - $50 / night
"We were kindly escorted to our site (a nice refreshing change from having to wander around to find the sites ourselves), which was the one farthest away from the entrance."
"Close by to a couple of nice state parks. Cute sheep and goats that wander about during the day! Sweet little spot, we'll definitely be back!"
"Campsite decent size, but some don't have clear boundaries to neighbors, and sometimes not optimally configured (e.g., the site next door's fire pit was placed on the edge of its site/right next to my"
"First off, I will start by saying you have to drive a good amount of distance to get into the campground and that is something I really enjoyed!"
from $3 - $60 / night
"Park employees and park police drive around through the day. Some big groups of campers got a little rowdy at night. The bathrooms were absolutely disgusting."
"The actual site was nice and was close to the bathrooms. There was plenty of shade as the sun moved throughout the day."
"Starlight is a nice campground to relax or explore central Pennsylvania."
"The campground is in a great location with easy access to Lancaster, Hershey and many other places to explore."
"The only thing about this site specifically is the trail was close by so you’d occasionally see people walking by but not enough that it didn’t still feel secluded."
"I was only one in the forest ATM but saw some hikers occasionally throughout the day walking by."
from $25 / night
ScoutRestrooms are filthy with mold and mildew.
Water puddled on the restroom floor.really gross.
Cabin was mostly clean. The windows were full of dirt and bugs on the tracks.mattresses were terrible.The fireplace was nice. Kitchen was clean.
Can t wait to move on to a cleaner park.
GuideBeautiful campground but made the mistake of going on a holiday weekend, the campgrounds next to us were screaming and blasting music all day and throughout the night so we ended up leaving early. A beautiful campground when there aren’t noisy capers ruining it.
ScoutFirst time at this campground really like it a lot will be returning. The bathrooms are always clean. The grounds are always kept up. Just a really nice place to stay. Most of the sites have some kind of shade.
LegendWe spent a weekend at French Creek State Park as our home base for the Chester County Balloon Festival. We stayed for 2 nights at a full-hookup paved site, which ran us $55.25 per night.
WHAT I LIKED:
Peace& Quiet: The state park itself was lovely, serene, and felt nice and spacious.
Prime Location: At just 30 minutes away from the balloon festival, this is the closest campground.
WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
The"Leveling" Challenge: We were at site#C-241, which had a pretty significant slope. It took a few boards under the rear wheels and fully extended jacks just to get us anywhere near level.
Tight Fit for Big Rigs: Even though there was plenty of open space behind our site, the actual driveway pad was too short to comfortably fit our motorhome and Jeep together. Compared to other state parks we’ve visited, the interior roads and layouts felt a bit on the tight side.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
LegendOverall, this is a nice, small (about 65 sites) state park with plenty of recreational opportunities inside the park. There is nice separation between sites so you don’t feel like you are on top of your neighbor. Tall trees are scattered about which provide shade at some sites but overall, the park is pretty open. Roads getting to the park are easy to navigate with any size RV. Within the park, roads are paved and free of potholes and there are no low hanging branches. Since the roads are one-way they are not very wide so backing in big-rigs can be a little tight and you might have to run over the grass.
All RV sites are full hook-up and there is a separate area for tents and there is one canvas yurt for rent. The tent sites are nice in that they are tucked along the wood line slightly away from RVs with more privacy and shade. The only downside is that they are pretty far away from the centrally located bathroom and showers. The bathroom has separate rooms for showers which is nice and private. They were tended to daily and very clean. Also, located in the center of the campground is a playground, camp store and laundry. The dumpsters and recycle bins are located in a separate area on the way out of the campground and were frequently full and overflowing. Campsites are paved and some have wide enough that the patio is paved but others have a narrow pad for the RV and gravel patio. We discovered that most sites are level but a few are not (like 22 and 24). The campground is very clean and camp hosts were diligent about picking up trash and cleaning out fire pits every day.
Across the pond (north of the campground) is where most of the amenities are located such as concessions, ball fields, horseshoe pits, disk golf, and more. For those wanting to fish there is a pier in the campground and a self-serve vending machine with bait in it. There are additional fishing piers located in other parts of the park and there are boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards for rent. We stopped in at the Nature Center but it was a bust– just a few taxidermy specimens and not much information. One of the most popular areas of the park is Go Ape which is a ropes/zip line course through the canopy (which does require admission fee). There are nice trails that leave right from the campground– some 17 miles in all. There is a boat launch about a quarter mile from the campground entrance which is suitable for trailerable boats and paddle craft but there are no docks so you can’t leave your boat tied up there. There is an off-leash dog area but it is located far from the campground so it’s best to drive.
ScoutBathrooms are clean and staff is nice
TravelerThe camp site was amazing. Everything is neat and clean and really beautiful place so quiet.
GuideThis campground has everything. Conveniently located, short drive to Dover, Wilmington, Annapolis and Baltimore. The sites were very large and spacious. Sites can accommodate any type of trailer or vehicle. Plenty of site hookups, areas for tents. There is a camp store, several washer and dryers. The best private, individual shower booths and even a pond to go fishing in.
ScoutThis is our 3rd time at this park, it is one of our favorites. Well maintained, very quiet. We stay in Loop A (full hookup) pet friendly. Sites are spacious, generally large but they are all back-in sites.
Chester County offers equestrian enthusiasts multiple trail riding opportunities within a 30-mile radius of Wayne, Pennsylvania. The region features wooded landscapes with mixed terrain suitable for riders of various experience levels. Most horse-friendly campsites in this area operate seasonally from April through October, with some exceptions for year-round facilities.
Trail riding at French Creek State Park: The park maintains 7,526 acres with several designated equestrian trails through scenic woodland and open fields. "There is also a frisbee golf course in the woods to make it even more interesting and competitive. The trees definitely make it harder!" notes visitor Jen R. about French Creek State Park Campground.
Water activities after your ride: Many local parks offer cooling options after a day on horseback. At Spruce Run Recreation Area, "You can launch your kayak easily from the shore" according to Ruette W., making it an ideal complement to equestrian activities at Spruce Run Recreation Area.
Hiking with non-riding companions: For mixed groups where some prefer hiking to horseback riding, Brendan Byrne State Forest provides alternatives. "There are so many trails for mountain biking or hiking, a frisbee golf course, playground at the campground and at the lake," shares a visitor at this natural area near Wayne.
Private campsites: For equestrians who prefer quiet surroundings after a day of riding, secluded sites are available. At Hibernia County Park, Jennifer S. appreciates that "It's tiny (19 sites in Fiddlers loop), it's quiet, it's heavily wooded. There is NOTHING to do except walk or bike the beautiful trails, spend time on Chamber's Lake, spend time in the hammock and stare at the fire."
Easy access from major routes: Convenience matters when traveling with horse trailers. Lums Pond State Park offers "Easy access from I-95" with "Beautiful park setting with fantastic site—spacious, level, good-working hookups, and paved," according to Matt S. This makes trailer parking more manageable.
Clean facilities: After a dusty trail ride, clean shower facilities become essential. "The bathroom at the campground is very nice and new" reports a camper at French Creek State Park, though they note facilities require regular maintenance to stay in top condition.
Trailer parking limitations: Not all campgrounds accommodate horse trailers. Sites at Blackbird State Forest Campground offer "parking for 2-3 cars plus overflow parking," according to John C., but advance confirmation for larger horse trailers is recommended.
Seasonality affects availability: Most equestrian camping options have limited seasonal operation. Brendan T. Byrne State Forest visitor Dan notes, "Camped here many of times. Very Decent Camp in the Pine Barrens, Lots of potable water hydrants around the campground so not far of a walk to fill any water needs you may have."
Reservation requirements vary: Some parks require advance booking while others allow day-of registration. At Hibernia County Park, "Sites can be reserved online, by phone, or by 'first come, first served' self-registration" explains Jennifer S., though holiday weekends require advance planning.
Choose sites with room for play: When camping with children and horses, space matters. At Mountainview Campground, Mario M. found "The property is well kept and campsites are a good distance from each other. Plenty of open field as well as wooded areas."
Look for multiuse recreation options: Parks offering diverse activities keep non-riders entertained. "There are two lakes, Scotts Run Lake and Hopewell Lake that you can fish at, kayak, canoe or just relax by," notes a French Creek State Park visitor, providing alternatives for family members.
Consider accessibility needs: For families with varied mobility requirements, assess terrain challenges. "Most sites are heavily wooded which means plenty of hammock hanging opportunities. The sites are mostly grass, and not very well defined," reports a Hibernia County Park camper about site conditions.
Power limitations for horse trailer campers: Many equestrian-friendly sites have restricted hookups. "We had two sites this trip with water and electric, but they do have quite a few full hook-up sites" reports Craig F. at Starlite Camping Resort, noting the campground's accommodations.
Site leveling challenges: When traveling with combination RV and horse trailer setups, terrain matters. At Starlite Camping Resort, "Yes, it is quite hilly throughout the campground, but the individual sites are very level to park the camper with almost no blocks needed."
Space between sites for larger rigs: Equestrian campers often require more room than standard RVers. "Overall the sites were large, with trees between, providing additional privacy. Except for the Plateau sites, which have the amazing view, the rest of the campground had a great tree cover!" notes a Starlite visitor, important for those traveling with both horses and RVs.
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