Best Equestrian Camping near Sumter, SC

Lee State Park Campground offers equestrian facilities near Sumter, South Carolina. The park features horse trails and stables for riders bringing their own horses. Campsites accommodate both horses and their owners with drinking water, electric hookups, and sewer connections available. The campground provides picnic tables, fire rings, and firewood for purchase. Restrooms with showers and a sanitary dump station are accessible to all campers. The presence of horses creates a unique camping environment, though campers should be prepared for flies during warmer months, particularly around the equestrian areas.

The park's trail system connects riders to natural features including artesian wells and boardwalk areas. Located approximately 20 minutes from Florence, the campground serves as a convenient base for exploring the region on horseback. Water access points for horses are available throughout the property. Both tent and RV camping options exist, with sites that can accommodate horse trailers. The campground operates year-round and permits pets, allowing families to bring dogs alongside their horses. The combination of horse facilities and standard camping amenities makes this location particularly suitable for equestrians seeking overnight accommodations while traveling with their animals. Many visitors note seeing horses around the campsites adds to the park's distinctive atmosphere.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Sumter, South Carolina (4)

    1. Falcons Nest FamCamp

    1 Review
    Sumter, SC
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 895-0450

    $20 / night

    "Must have access to Shaw afb to stay. $20 per night. No long term prices. No stay limit."

    2. Lee State Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    Bishopville, SC
    23 miles
    Website

    "Only drawback would be this park is an equestrian park so you will most likely encounter flies during the warmer months. Sites are better than some state parks we have visited."

    "There are horse trails and stables if you ride horses."

    3. Sesquicentennial State Park Campground

    29 Reviews
    State Park, SC
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 788-2706

    "The site was level with a gravel drive and parking area. Lots of pines all around but the site was clear enough for easy parking. No sewer hookups."

    "The park is in Columbia SC, and is a great choice for families who may want to do things outside the park. The park is super close to the Riverbanks Zoo."

    4. Nowhere Campground

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    Olanta, SC
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 364-1666

    $20 - $45 / night

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Sumter, SC

42 Reviews of 4 Sumter 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

  • 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.

  • e
    Apr. 24, 2021

    Lee State Park Campground

    Simple but nice

    Lee State Park is a simple park. Check out the artesian wells and other nature spots. Bath houses were well kept. Only drawback would be this park is an equestrian park so you will most likely encounter flies during the warmer months. Sites are better than some state parks we have visited.

  • Kevin R.
    Nov. 28, 2018

    Lee State Park Campground

    Peaceful place to unwind

    Always have a great time at Lee State Park. There are horse trails and stables if you ride horses. Most of the sites are well kept, there was one or two that has big roots all over the site, they say there going to fix...very good place to camp...

  • Tara M.
    Apr. 17, 2018

    Lee State Park Campground

    Peaceful Park

    Nice short boardwalk area to explore. Loved the spring water. Love seeing the horses around the campsites.

  • John P.
    May. 18, 2019

    Lee State Park Campground

    Awesome little spot

    Great little park about 20 minute drive from Florence. Clean bathrooms. My dog was a bit confused by seeing horses for the first time. Super friendly staff.

  • Christina
    Apr. 3, 2021

    Lee State Park Campground

    Fine for what it was

    Have waited six months into our RV life to start reviews for fair comparisons. Spent four nights. This was our first stop and one of our least favorites. Rough “roads” inside park with big ruts that filled with rain, horrific mosquitos (and we’re from SC for a baseline). Having the horses around was fantastic. Not a lot to do. That being said, this stop was perfect for what it was. Just getting far enough out of town to feel like the adventure started, but four nights there to get used to our RV. Great dog walking areas.

  • Swain K.
    Aug. 15, 2018

    Lee State Park Campground

    Lots of Horses

    Ok if you have never stayed with horses you can not be prepared for the flyes. they were swarms of them. there was a old timey band that played the night we arrived. trails were nice and lots to see.

  • Lauren V.
    Oct. 14, 2020

    Lee State Park Campground

    Great place to camp!

    Hosts were super nice, even when we got in late. Was wonderful to wake up and see the horses. Also dog friendly which is a plus.


Guide to Sumter

Horse camping in South Carolina offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and equestrian-friendly amenities, making it an ideal destination for horse lovers.

Equestrian campgrounds include essential amenities for riders

  • The Lee State Park Campground provides features like electric hookups and sanitary dump stations, ensuring a comfortable stay for both horses and their owners.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • At the Sugarloaf Mountain, visitors enjoy the rustic charm and ample space for horses, along with picnic tables and fire pits for a cozy camping experience.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused activities

  • The Sesquicentennial State Park Campground features numerous trails perfect for horseback riding, allowing campers to explore the scenic beauty of the area while enjoying quality time with their horses.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Sumter, SC is Falcons Nest FamCamp with a 5-star rating from 1 review.

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