Best Equestrian Camping near Chapin, SC

Stable View near Chapin, South Carolina, provides equestrians with electric and water hookups for RVs while camping with their horses. The facility includes sewer connections and drinking water access for both riders and animals. Located approximately 38 miles from Chapin in Aiken County, this campground primarily serves the equestrian community with specialized amenities. Horse owners appreciate the drive-in access design that accommodates horse trailers and RVs in the same location.

Trail access remains a key feature for equestrians staying at campgrounds near Chapin. While Sesquicentennial State Park Campground offers camping facilities just 15 miles northeast of Chapin, it does not feature dedicated horse corrals or equestrian facilities. Riders seeking horse-friendly accommodations find limited options in the immediate Chapin area. Most equestrian visitors utilize Stable View as their base camp while exploring riding opportunities in the greater region. The Columbia area provides access to several regional trail systems within reasonable trailering distance, though overnight horse camping facilities remain scarce compared to other regions in South Carolina.

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Chapin, SC

53 Reviews of 6 Chapin Campgrounds


  • J
    Sep. 5, 2019

    Sesquicentennial State Park Campground

    In the middle of Columbia SC

    Built to celebrate the Sesquicentennial of South Carolina in the 30’s . At one time on the furthest outskirts of Columbia SC. It is now firmly in the muddle of the Metro area. Plenty of trailer sites. Tent site and primitive camping. Has recreational areas. Restaurants and shopping nearby

  • Myron C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2021

    Woods Ferry Campground (Sc) — Francis Marion And Sumter National Forests

    Secluded Campground in National Forest

    It was difficult for me to find Woods Ferry, but after talking with a park official, I finally got there. It is off the beaten path, so it is quiet. Apparently, there had been a lot of rain recently, and the area showed it. Woods Ferry is a campground mainly for campers who have horses. There are corrals at many of the campsites, so there are also a lot of horseflies. Horseflies and the actual site itself are my two main concerns. Selecting my campsite was my mistake. It was sloped, but there are a few others that were not sloped. There is running water and a pit toilet. Otherwise, you will have to take everything else in that you need. 

    Since South Carolina is hot during this time of year, I was a bit uncomfortable, especially since I was on a slope.

    There is a separate section for group camping. However, I think it caters to groups of horse campers, as there are corrals at the campsites. 

    Overall, it’s not too bad for those who camp in an RV or a travel trailer, but it’s not ideal for tent campers.

  • D
    Nov. 19, 2021

    Sesquicentennial State Park Campground

    Campsite 41 was poorly planned and maintained

    Pros The pond was beautiful, nice walking trail for beginners, would never consider this a hiking park. Location was close to Colombia and all it offers. Bathhouse was acceptable but nothing to brag about. Toilets were three flushers is you cared about the next guy.

    Cons Guessing I may have had the worst site (41) but walking through there were others similar. Site 41 is a pull through lot which declines quickly upon entry and is marred by deep ra9n crevices. You then incline to the area you should probably land as there is an obvious flat spot. Unfortunately in you stop there, your camper door will open on the neighboring fire ring which is the only fire ring on the back side of the neighboring spot in in the fore ground of yours. Asinine. I had to manipulate my camper for an hour to a spot level enough yet not in my neighbor's fire and dealt with a large tree and had to tie back branches to extend my awning. Uggg

    Effing covid. The state of South Carolina, the City of Columbia don't have mask mandates. But this state park requires a mask to pee in the urinal. The boss says the county still mandates it.

  • Myron C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2021

    Chester State Park Campground

    State Park with a Beautiful View of the Lake

    I gave this campground four stars, but only for RVs and travel trailers. I would not give it four stars for tent campers. Tent campers would have a hard time finding a suitable site that would not be too rocky. When I checked in, the lady was nice enough to find a site with grass behind the gravel so I could set up my tent. She didn’t warn me that it was sloped. With that said, it is a campground in a beautiful setting. The lake and the sitting area beside the lake are both beautiful. There is a paved walkway down to the lake to a sitting area and a dock. The bath house was air conditioned, almost too much. It is a shock to the system moving from the intense South Carolina heat into the bath house. However, it was a nice break from the heat. Be aware that when you take a shower, you may have to wait a few minutes for the hot water to start. When I first turned it on, I wondered if there was any hot water. Eventually it came, and it was HOT, so I had to adjust it quickly. Also, take your own hand soap with you. There are paper towels but no soap. There are several trails, and you can rent boats, peddle boats, canoes, and kayaks. There is also a disc golf course. If I had known beforehand, I would have taken my own discs. That’s my fault for not doing the research. My favorite part of this camping experience was waking up early in the morning and sitting by the lake. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to capture a photo of the ducks taking off and flying in a perfect v-formation, but it was so peaceful there. Overall, this is a great campground to get away from civilization.

  • K
    Apr. 14, 2019

    Brick House Campground (Sc) — Francis Marion And Sumter National Forests

    Practically boondocking!

    The only amenity is pit toilets. No water, no electric. Only 23 sites, spaced a good distance apart. Each site has a fire pit and picnicking area. Trails nearby. Horses and other pets allowed.

    Stayed two nights with three other campers and never heard a sound except for nature. Would return again.

  • Myron C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2021

    Brick House Campground (Sc) — Francis Marion And Sumter National Forests

    Remote Campground in the National Forest

    This is a remote campground in the national forest, and it is close to equestrian camping as well. With that said, there will be horseflies. However, it is a quiet campground. A big disadvantage, as far as I am concerned, is that it does not have water access. With that said, plan to dry camp and bring your own water. There is a pit toilet, so that is one good thing I can say about this campground. 

    Avoid campsite 4 if you are in a tent, unless you have a rake. There are a lot of sweetgum balls. Since I was there at the beginning of the week, there were only two or three other campers and they were in RVs. 

    Overall, it’s not bad for camping if you are prepared and know that you will need to take everything in, including water.

  • Tori B.
    Mar. 21, 2022

    Brick 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.


Guide to Chapin

Equestrian camping options near Chapin, South Carolina extend beyond Stable View to several facilities within driving distance. The area includes both dedicated horse facilities and general campgrounds within a 40-mile radius. Winter camping is typically comfortable with average lows around 35°F, while summer temperatures frequently exceed 90°F with high humidity.

What to do

Trail riding in Sumter National Forest: The forest offers over 20 miles of horse-friendly trails within 30 miles of Chapin. One visitor at Brick House Campground noted, "Horse trail and hiking here. Vault toilets" according to Wolf R.N. The primitive campground serves as an affordable base for riders.

Fishing access at multiple lakes: Several campgrounds provide shore fishing opportunities, including at Chester State Park where campers can enjoy lake activities. As Christopher B. shared about Chester State Park Campground, "Great rentals and goods to purchase from the Ranger Station. Affordable, yet luxurious."

Disc golf courses: Challenging championship courses are available at several parks near Chapin. Keith K. mentioned, "Small cabins available, walk-in campsites and restrooms are clean and updated. Very nice trail along the lake perimeter and Championship Disc golf course" when describing Chester State Park.

What campers like

Proximity to Columbia amenities: Located just 15 miles from Chapin, Sesquicentennial State Park Campground provides convenient access to urban resources. J Terrell M. explains, "Built to celebrate the Sesquicentennial of South Carolina in the 30's. At one time on the furthest outskirts of Columbia SC. It is now firmly in the middle of the Metro area. Plenty of trailer sites. Tent site and primitive camping. Has recreational areas. Restaurants and shopping nearby."

Clean facilities and reasonable prices: Regional campgrounds maintain good standards at competitive rates. About Sesquicentennial, Sue W. comments, "Really nice shaded campground and very reasonably priced. Clean bathhouse. Stand was unpacked but level! Staff were friendly and very welcoming."

Seasonal water activities: Many campgrounds feature water recreation options during warmer months. Ruth J. notes, "I love going to this campground, I enjoy doing the trails and spotting dear. And there is a small water play area for children. They have paddle boats also."

What you should know

Limited true equestrian facilities: While Stable View offers dedicated horse accommodations, most camping options near Chapin lack specialized equine amenities. Woods Ferry Campground does have some horse-focused sites. Myron C. observed, "Woods Ferry is a campground mainly for campers who have horses. There are corrals at many of the campsites, so there are also a lot of horseflies."

Seasonal closures and variable fees: Some campgrounds have inconsistent operations. At Poulous Loop Seasonal Camp, Larry A. reported, "Forest Service has changed the price from $5 to $30 a night for a primitive campground. Nasty vault toilet, and trash cans but no water. As of July 2019 campground appears closed."

Hunting season impacts: Fall hunting activity significantly changes the camping experience at some locations. Samantha S. from Brick House Campground warned, "This time of year (hunting season) was full of bigger rigs and generators. The few spots that weren't taken when we first got there eventually got scooped up by about 20 Boy Scouts. To say the least this campground was loud and crowded."

Tips for camping with families

Water activities for children: Several parks offer kid-friendly water features during summer months. At Sesquicentennial State Park, CeCelia L. shared her experience: "I took a group of 8 wild middle schoolers here and we had a blast hiking the trails, boating, and unplugging for a while!"

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Early mornings offer the best chance to spot local wildlife. Tara M. mentions, "I camp at Sesqui very often. I live in downtown Columbia, so its only a short drive away. Love the bike and hiking trails. Very nice area to kayak in, I love all the Lilly pads."

Insect protection essential: Particularly in equestrian areas, biting insects can be problematic. Adam S. cautioned about Woods Ferry, "I did get chiggers from the whole experience."

Tips from RVers

Site selection matters: Many campgrounds have variable site conditions. At Brick House Campground, Michael W. advised, "Easy access from I26. Spent a week here and really enjoying it. Has 21 spots. All have legal gravel pads, fire rings with grill bars. Vault toilets clean and trash containers serviced. Within good driving distance to larger towns. Access for bigger rigs too."

Water management: Several campgrounds lack full hookups or have limited water access. Jacob L. noted about Brick House, "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."

Supply planning required: Particularly for equestrian camping, bringing adequate supplies is essential. Richardhoerz explained, "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."

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Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Chapin, SC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Chapin, SC is Sesquicentennial State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 29 reviews.

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