Best Equestrian Camping near Belton, SC
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Belton, SC (10)
1. Oconee State Park Campground
Tamassee, South Carolina42 Reviews•134 Photos•167 SavesAfter hours of scrolling through nature photos and majestic mountains, the urge to get out and explore is hard to ignore. We applaud the explorers and adventurers of the world who brave the treacherous elements, as well as the sweet photos that come as a result. However, for many the ideal of a fun weekend away consists less of roughing it, and more relaxing on a beach or in a warm cabin. If you’re in the latter of these groups, you’re going to love Oconee State Park.
Oconee is the idealistic place for families and friends looking for a nostalgic getaway complete with rustic charm and character. Dotted throughout the park are rustic, Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Cabins available for nightly and weekly rental. Meanwhile, a small, glassy lake lazily invites campers to disrupt its reflection with the canoes and kayaks located on shore.
The Greenville region is known for 25+ waterfalls found throughout. Closer in, the 1,100+ acre state park hosts a number of wooded nature trails snake throughout. It also serves as the trailhead for South Carolina’s 77 miles Foothills Trail. Friends and families visiting can enjoy the local wildlife, as well as the regional flora and fauna which proudly thrive in abundance.
In the summer Lake Oconee comes alive, creating the backdrop for unforgettable family vacations. Festivities begin in June, including Square Dancing, mini golf, pedal boating competitions, and so much more. However the Winter Months are just as enjoyable if you don’t mind getting cozy in a warm cabin, sipping some coco, and reading a good book. The rangers here are known for their hospitality, and are knowledgeable on the area. Stop in their lodge for a small convenience store, firewood, and great conversations.
Oconee offers all the benefits of a mountain resort without the upscale pricing. There are 140+ sites available for rent, starting at just $21/night. Cabins and lodging is available but pricing is dependent on group sizes and room choice, so be sure plan out your trip in advance before coming.
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2. South Cove County Park
Seneca, South Carolina12 Reviews•47 Photos•110 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
3. Brick House Campground (Sc) — Francis Marion And Sumter National Forests
Kinards, South Carolina15 Reviews•45 PhotosOverview
Brick House Campground is located on SC Route 66, 3.5 miles east of I-26, situated in the heart of the Enoree Ranger District in Newberry County. The campground is surrounded by a mixed pine-hardwood forest with an elevation of approximately 550 feet. Long hot summers and mild winters are the norm for the Enoree Ranger District. Winter temperatures range from low 40's to upper 60's degrees and summer temperatures range from high 80's to high 90's. Wild azaleas are clumped by the old homesites and wildflowers and dogwoods dot the landscape. This site offers a great opportunity for all season camping. Ample hunting opportunities for wild turkey and whitetail deer are available in the surrounding general forest. The campground is located 51 miles north of Columbia and is 41 miles south of Spartanburg.
Recreation
Brick House offers a year-round primitive, single loop campground with 21 campsites. The small campground offers a primitive laid back setting that one can relax and enjoy in. Available by reservation only year round through recreation.gov.__ The 30 mile Buncombe Horse Trail offers a variety a loops which riders can choose between a short or all day ride. The trail is open to horses, hikers and mountain bikers. The 24 mile Enoree OHV Trail is a short 10 minute drive north of Brick House. The motorized trail is open to atvs, utvs, and dirt bikes that are 50 inches and less in width. Bring your own equipment. The trail has a user fee and is closed when trail conditions are too wet for riding.Call the "Call Before You Haul" hotline. The surrounding national forest lands are a great place for big game deer and turkey hunting along with other small game hunting. Hunting and fishing in South Carolina is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Visit www.dnr.sc.gov for more about the SCDNR.
Facilities
Brick House offers a year-round primitive, single loop campground with 21 campsites. The small campground offers a primitive laid back setting that one can relax and enjoy in. Available by reservation only year round through recreation.gov.__ The 30 mile Buncombe Horse Trail offers a variety a loops which riders can choose between a short or all day ride. The trail is open to horses, hikers and mountain bikers. The 24 mile Enoree OHV Trail is a short 10 minute drive north of Brick House. The motorized trail is open to atvs, utvs, and dirt bikes that are 50 inches and less in width. Bring your own equipment. The trail has a user fee and is closed when trail conditions are too wet for riding.Call the "Call Before You Haul" hotline. The surrounding national forest lands are a great place for big game deer and turkey hunting along with other small game hunting. Hunting and fishing in South Carolina is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Visit www.dnr.sc.gov for more about the SCDNR.
Natural Features
Over 700,000 acres of pine-hardwood forest with gently rolling terrain make up the Enoree Ranger District. Headleys Creek runs through the area a bit over half a mile away from the campground by road.__
Nearby Attractions
Enoree OHV Trail- 10 minutes up the road is a 24 mile designated trail for motorized atvs, utvs and dirt bikes that are 50 inches wide or less. Warning: the trail closes when trail conditions are too wet for riding. Use the Call Before You Haul hotline to check trail status. Newberry Opera House, Newberry, SC. https://www.newberryoperahouse.com/
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$5 / night
4. Watson Mill Bridge State Park Campground
Carlton, Georgia13 Reviews•69 Photos•61 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
5. Lazy J Campground
Rosman, North Carolina12 Reviews•31 Photos•137 Saves- Pets
- Fires
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
$20 / night
6. Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area Trailside Camping — Caesars Head State Park
Cedar Mountain, North Carolina2 Reviews•11 Photos•110 Saves- Pets
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$4 - $20 / night
7. Willis Knob Horse Camp
Sky Valley, Georgia3 Reviews•6 Photos•28 SavesOverview
Located in the northern Georgia mountains, far from civilization, Willis Knob Horse Campground is one of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests most beloved horse-lover hideaways. The campground features equestrian camping, riding and hiking trails and fishing in the nearby Chattooga River.
Recreation
The 15-mile Willis Knob Trail in Georgia and 12.5 mile Rocky Gap Trail in South Carolina provide some of the most scenic horseback riding and hiking in the southern Blue Ridge Mountains. Winding across deeply dissected ridges, the trails descend into the vast Chattooga River. The 10.7-mile Chattooga River Trail and the 37-mile Bartram Trail are also accessible nearby and are for hiking only. Fishing is available in the Chattooga River.
Natural Features
The horse camp is located in a heavily wooded area of the forest, amid deep canyons and near to the Georgia-South Carolina border.
Nearby Attractions
Chattooga River Wild and Scenic area is nearby
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (706) 754-6221.
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$20 / night
8. Lake Thurmond RV Park
Plum Branch, South Carolina2 Reviews•11 Photos•13 SavesOUR PARK: We are a beautiful Year-Around RV Park and Campground quietly nestled in a wooded area just down the street from Lake Thurmond, third largest lake east of the Mississippi.
- Full Hook-up Sites
- Onsite Camper Rentals
- Daily, Weekly, Monthly
- Air-Conditioned ADA shower bathrooms
- Laundry Facility
- WiFi
- Dog Park
- Community Area with Fire Pit
- Childrens Play Area
- Monthly Pot-Luck Suppers
- Holiday Events, Live Music and Movie Nights
THINGS TO DO:
• Easy access to Landam Creek boat ramp less than 2 miles away
• Lake Thurmond: easy access to Fishing and Boating
• Hunting(Turkey and Deer)
• Hiking
• Golf: Savannah Lakes Village; Hickory Knob State Park; and McCormick Country Club
RATES:
• Onsite Campers (Fully Equipped): $395 weekly and $750-795 Monthly
Nightly: $45-50
• Weekly: $200-250
• Monthly: $445 + electric+ $200 deposit
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
$45 - $50 / night
9. Whetstone Horse Camp
Long Creek, South Carolina2 Reviews•8 Photos•7 SavesOverview
Whetstone Horse Camp is located in the Andrew Pickens Ranger District in Oconee County in the western corner of South Carolina, about 13 miles northwest of Walhalla. The Chattooga River flows nearby. With over 30 miles of horseback riding trails, Whetstone serves as a base for those who like to ride and camp.
Recreation
The Rocky Gap Trail on the South Carolina side of the river and the Willis Knob Horse Trail on the Georgia side provide excellent horseback riding and hiking opportunities. Visitors also enjoy exploring the nearby Chattooga River.
Natural Features
The camp is situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, near the Rocky Gap and Willis Knob Horse Trails. The Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests encompass more than 629,000 acres in four districts throughout South Carolina, from the lowcountry Atlantic Coast to the western foothills along the Georgia border.
Nearby Attractions
The town of Walhalla is 13 miles away. The town holds an annual Oktoberfest celebration the third weekend of October. Stumphouse Tunnel, a 19-century uncompleted railroad tunnel, and Isaqueena Falls make for interesting visits. Both are located just 20 minutes from the camp.
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$15 / night
10. Bobby Brown State Park Campground
Be the first to review!Calhoun Falls, South Carolina•1 SaveThe Broad River side campground has 25 campsites available (11 Waterfront and 14 Interior Sites) and the Savannah River side has 33 sites available (7 Waterfront and 27 Interior Sites). The amperage on each site is 30/30/20 and each site has a water hookup, fire ring and picnic table. There is an extra $2.00 per night charge if using 50 Amp service. The Savannah River and Broad River Campgrounds both have comfort stations (restrooms, showers, handicap access) and washer/dryer available. There is also a dump station located in each campground.
Our Pioneer Campground is perfect for those seeking a more primitive camping experience where we have provided a fire ring, picnic shelter, and waterless toilet.
The Danny Burt Yurt Village is located within a shaded area on the Broad River side of Lake Thurmond (Known locally as Clark's Hill Lake). Bobby Brown Park has five Yurts. Yurts are a circular canvas tent 20'feet in diameter, 12' feet high featuring lattice wall support, insulation, clear dome skylight, electricity, outside water, heating and air conditioning, ceiling fan and lockable doors. The Yurts have a front & rear deck along with outdoor picnic table, grill, fire ring and swing. The Yurts are furnished with frame furniture that sleeps 6. Linens and blankets are not provided. A full-service comfort station is available in the Yurt Area with restrooms and showers. SMOKING IS PROHIBITED inside the Yurts. Pets are NOT ALLOWED in the Yurt Village.
The Petersburg Cabin is located in the historical area of the park. The cabin has a full kitchen, microwave, restroom with shower, heating and air conditioning, two full size futon beds, one full size bed and an outdoor deck with picnic table.
Guests must provide their own bed sheets, linens, towels and other necessities.
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Recent Equestrian Reviews in Belton
103 Reviews of 10 Belton Campgrounds
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Nicholas O.
Traveler
Lazy J Campground
Great Last Minute Campground
My son and I decided to go camping and needed a place the same day. We were looking for a place that was wooded and near a river or stream and lucked up at Lazy J. The staff answered our call right away and were both friendly and informative. Our site was across the path from the French Broad, had water and power access and felt secluded and mountainous. The bath house was clean and well maintained. We really enjoyed staying here and plan to go back soon.
Peaches E.Traveler
South Cove County Park
Beautiful Lake Campground with a few inconveniences!
Me and a friend came camping here this second weekend in January. The campground itself was well maintained and the hook ups, dump station and bathhouses were easy to find and use. We had only 2 complaints, the gate to get in closes at 10pm, unfortunately I85 was shut down on our way up so our 3 hr drive became 6hrs. We did not make it before the gate closed and had to stay at Walmart. No code no exceptions. Secondly, there are no trashcans anywhere, on the grounds or in the bathhouses. The trash dump is in a completely different part of the park. It was inconvenient with picking up after my dog. Besides those two things, beautiful lake camping with affordable campsite prices!
Jacob L.
Scout
Brick House Campground (Sc) — Francis Marion And Sumter National Forests
Site 16
Spent new years at site 16 and it was a little damp due to a heavy rain but a great site. Mostly away from everyone and was right next to a 9 mile loop hiking trail. Had a great stay in our roof top tent and will be back
- Mike W.Scout
Brick House Campground (Sc) — Francis Marion And Sumter National Forests
Cheap primitive camp
Nice and remote. As usual, your experience will vary greatly depending on your neighbors. We had a nice night here (great place to stop on your way to the mountains).
Swain K.Traveler
Oconee State Park Campground
Nice state park
We have been for 8 days with tomorrow being our day to head home. First for the pros. There is a fhu area with several buddies sites. These sites look to be upgraded from in the not to far past. My site was easy to back into with my 37’ 5th wheel with plenty of room for my truck. There are plenty of tent and water/electric only sites. Those are suited mostly for smaller rigs. There 2 lakes with easy trails around both. A swimming area , putt putt course and a park store. Many adventure in the area to be had, waterfalls , hiking, history, and other state parks. There was a square dance Friday night and by the screams of the kids it was a hit. A snow cone food truck is on site with weekend hours. Trash pickup is done by the park staff daily, which was nice. Now for a few cons. Many people put their trash out at night and garments opened the bags and staff were left with picking it up. Bathrooms were a little neglected during the week until the park becalm loaded again. Putt putt course is in pretty bad shape but still playable. As with most parks roads are directional and many people just ignored the signs or did not see them so the signs could be clearer. Our site need the grass trimmed due to the sand spurs growing. And last, a pet peeve of mine, pet on a leash or lead is for everyone, no Matter how well trained you think they are and we saw lots of dog poop in and around some camp sites where the campers were just leaving it for the next person to deal with. Overall our stay has been nice. Saw some waterfalls, and there are many in the area. Hiked , and hit devils fork for a swim in the clear lake. I would visit this park again since overall it has so much to offer in the area.
Robbie B.
Guide
Whetstone Horse Camp
Horse Camp
Well laid out campground with some good spots, especially further back in the campground. But definitely set up and geared for horseback riders. Passed through on a bike packing trip and we were the only non-horse people there. Campsite was clean, with bathrooms and water available.
richardhoerzGuideBrick House Campground (Sc) — Francis Marion And Sumter National Forests
Cheap primitive camping with several RV pull- throughs
This campground is run by the state and reservations have to be made through rec.gov. Check with them or the local ranger before headed out. It can get tricky through hunting season versus non hunting season. Sometimes all sites have to be reserved and sometimes half of them are first come first serve. Fire pits, most with grill tops, and picking tables are provided. However, there is no running water. The closest water is 5 or 6 miles in either direction, so pack plenty. There are several loop trails you can take that are really close, and the palmetto trail runs right through there, so longer options are available. We like it, and it's $5 a night. It's also only a short drive from where we live in Spartanburg.
Katie L.ScoutBrick House Campground (Sc) — Francis Marion And Sumter National Forests
Weekend trip
Great spot for a quick weekend away without needing to travel too far. For tent camping the spaces are large and pit toilets very clean. The only negative part of this campground is how close of proximity all sites are. very popular spot and more people than we had expected after reading other reviews! Definitely will come back though!
- ssandy S.Scout
Willis Knob Horse Camp
Good Info
Happy to find a reliable way to source RV horse camping
Suzanne E.GuideOconee State Park Campground
Oconee state park
Great family vacation. Paddle boats and a beach. Dog friendly. Clean bathhouses. Garbage pick up. Close to Walhalla, if you need supplies. It's crowded. Reserve way in advance.
Cameron G.GuideOconee State Park Campground
Halloween
We love this park! We've been for Halloween twice now and out little guys loves it! The staff is so kind, and the garbage pick up twice a day is great! I will say, compared to other state parks, these campsites are TIGHT! Be prepared. We've come across this with other state parks in South Carolina. The facilities are clean, and the nature is beautiful! Can't go wrong with this campground!
Kevin H.
Legend
Watson Mill Bridge State Park Campground
Great little state park
Real friendly staff. Nicely laid out, but I guess could be challenging for really big rigs. W & E with dump station and pretty good facilities
Cell coverage a little challenging but managed to get enough download for Visible to stream Netflix. Too many trees to break out Starlink
Trails are a fun walk.
Bailey A.ScoutLazy J Campground
Great Friendly Place!!
great place to stay we had a campsite right by the river and enjoyed the sounds of nature. the people there were friendly and welcoming. just absolutely loved the environment!!
- MM W.Scout
South Cove County Park
Beautiful Family friendly park
Beautiful playgrounds for kids. They have a beach area at the day use area. The park ranger was super friendly and helpful. Our fifth wheel was a lil bigger than site but they were very accommodating.
- CChristy C.Traveler
Lazy J Campground
Memorable
I love lazy js campground it’s reasonably. Priced considering the customer service is second to none the people are so friendly there they have a way of making you feel like family and that’s why we decided to have our wedding on one of their river front campsites it was amazing and beautiful the staff was so helpful when things went kinda wrong just know they did everything in their power to help and that’s big in my book . They have very clean bath houses and again I can’t stress how valuable the staff is alone is best place to stay hands down we will continue to visit for years to come
Tori B.ScoutBrick House Campground (Sc) — Francis Marion And Sumter National Forests
Great little spot for what it was
Great little spot for what we wanted to do. Quick last minute camping trip we didn’t want to drive hours away from home. This was fairly close and one of the few places to all booked up for the weekend. As a lady i can appreciate the glorified outhouses so I didn’t have to squat in the woods. My boyfriend and hiked the trail next to the camp. It’s mainly a bourse trail but we knew that going into it. Which means you need to expect to get muddy as the bourses make excellent mud puddles. We didn’t complete the whole 9.8 miles. Went about 3 and turned around. The campground was very quiet for us all weekend. A few random people rolling by from time to time who were staying or checking the place out. If you want secluded this isn’t for you. We got lucky. It was empty our first night and a few other car campers joined us spread out through the camp the next night.
- Ingrid A.Guide
Watson Mill Bridge State Park Campground
Small, clean campground
Beautiful state park with lots to see, nice hiking. Campground is small and sites are close. Some of the pull through sites are tight and challenging. Enjoyed our stay, will be back.
- SSuzanne P.Traveler
Oconee State Park Campground
Very pretty but not level
This park is very pretty. The people camping here were very nice. Bathrooms are clean. The sites are notoriously NOT level. We had to move because we could not get level. Ended up in a site that faced the street (which was vey busy). A lot of the sites are very private and some have water views. The sites with sewer are very parking lot like.
- Rich S.Guide
Lazy J Campground
Nice and quiet during winter
We stayed here in early December 2021. Sites are empty and the park itself is quiet. Hosts are very nice. Road noise is a problem if you’re in a tent, but not an issue so much after 10pm. Bath facilities are clean, and the showers are hot. Firewood is available in the office. Close to Brevard for shopping and close to hiking in Pisgah and DuPont.
Fran H.GuideWatson Mill Bridge State Park Campground
Small but lovely
This is a tiny campground and State Park. We stayed on site 20 which was a pull through. For a State Park the sites are considerable in size and our neighbors weren't 15 feet from our site.
Verizon LTE was on 4G with 2 bars but we had no issues with phone calls, texts or streaming.
There is one bathroom and there is a washer and dryer despite what someone mentioned. It looks pretty new.
Park is beautiful in the fall. Middle November there were still yellow, orange and red leaves hanging on for dear life.
Head down the the covered bridge 20 min after sunset for gorgeous photos.
Bill M.GuideBrick House Campground (Sc) — Francis Marion And Sumter National Forests
Affordable SC camping
Had a quick one nighter here in fall 2021. Sites are large and spread out. No facilities except for very clean pit toilets. 5 mi off I26 makes it easily accessible.
- Cameron G.Guide
Oconee State Park Campground
Halloween Weekend
This was our first time staying here and all in all we really enjoyed it! It’s a tradition of our to camp during Halloween weekend and our little guy loves his best life! I’ve never been to a camp that goes all out as much as this campground does, and not just the rangers, the other campers as well. It was so fun. Our site was a little tight and difficult to get into, but once in we enjoyed ourselves. We will definitely be going back! There is a playground near the ranger office, and then throughout there are stations of tire swings and we al enjoyed the tire swings being right next to our site, nice added bonus. This campground quickly became one of our favorites.
- Missy R.Traveler
Oconee State Park Campground
Cabin
First time visitor and already planning the next trip. I stayed in cabin 12 which is an ADA cabin. Privacy, location, amenities were all top notch. The only disappointment was that a wheelchair bound person would not be able to join, or have great difficulty , at the firepit.
- Stephanie R.Traveler
Oconee State Park Campground
One of our favorite
We camped here last month and it quickly became one of our favorite campsites.. you’re not so close to your neighbor so it’s still private but there’s still plenty of people around in case you need help or something happens.. the bathrooms were probably my favorite lol the showers are the nicest showers I’ve seen at a campsite
- JJohnny H.Scout
South Cove County Park
Clemson Stop Over
Quiet and breezy
Justin S.GuideOconee State Park Campground
Family Friendly
I’ve been going to Oconee State Park since I was a kid and have always enjoyed it. It is very family friendly and great for kids. Several trails to hike and lots of history at the park. The only negatives is the park is not a great park for a getaway in my opinion. It’s more focused on the family time (nothing wrong with that) and the sites are very very close together. I stayed at tent site 12 and it was great but was a very far hike in. Not a bad thing but wasn’t planning on backpacking on this particular trip. Overall a great park and will always go back!
- VVegan T.Guide
Oconee State Park Campground
Beautiful waterfall
The waterfall is beautiful and there are plenty of trails for hiking. Single track and double track. The facilities are decently clean. The are around the park is very clean.
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