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    H. Cooper Black Jr. Field Trial Area provides equestrian facilities near Dillon, South Carolina with RV and tent camping options. The campground features full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections. Bathhouses with showers and toilets are available for campers. The sites are level and shaded, with many improvements made in recent years. This recreational area hosts retriever tests on weekends that are open to spectators. Campers with horses can access sites with corrals conveniently located at their back door, which can be rented separately from the campsite. The campground accommodates horses with dedicated facilities while maintaining a peaceful environment overlooking ponds, meadows and forest.

    The equestrian trails at H. Cooper Black connect riders to extensive riding opportunities through the surrounding countryside. Horses and retriever dogs are the primary focus of this specialized recreation area, making it particularly appealing for those traveling with animals. The staff is welcoming and friendly to equestrian campers. For those interested in dog training, several ponds can be reserved for retriever training sessions. The park hosts regular horse events, providing opportunities to observe trained horses in action. Permits are required for camping at this location. While primarily developed for equestrian and dog sport purposes, the area maintains primitive camping options that allow visitors to experience the natural surroundings. The peaceful setting includes views of ponds, meadows and forests that create an ideal backdrop for horse camping experiences.

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      1. Double L Farms Campground

      4.8(16)24mi from Dillon5 sitesRVs, Tents

      "For my entire family, we absolutely loved the cows, horses, donkeys, chickens, guinea hens, ducks, turkey, cats, dogs and other animals we came across during our stay."

      "Campground is surrounded by the owners farmland. Horses, cows, donkeys, chickens. Simple and peaceful. The owner, Lisa was the best we’ve ever encountered and we’ve camped in all of the lower 48."

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      2. Cheraw State Park Campground — Cheraw State Park

      4.8(15)33mi from DillonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "For us this was a pleasant little stopover after a long drive. Nicely located next to a lake, there is also a nice little walk partially around the lake. It is a small campground with nice spots."

      "Perfect little gem on the outskirts of a dirty little town. Many amenities, beautiful views. A cute little beach area with kayak and canoe rentals. Day area open from 8am to sunset."

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      3. H. Cooper Black Jr. Field Trial Area

      4.0(2)33mi from DillonRVs, Tents

      "If you have horses they have campsites with corrals at your back door that you can also rent. Many horse trails for riding as well."

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      4. Lee State Park Campground

      3.9(12)49mi from DillonRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "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."

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      5. H. Cooper Black

      3.5(2)33mi from DillonRVs, Tents

      "Fun to distantly observe horses and well trained retrievers playing and being trained. Staff is welcoming and friendly."

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      6. Idlewild Farm Stays

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      from $30 - $60 / night

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    • B
      Feb. 27, 2021

      H. Cooper Black Jr. Field Trial Area

      Campground for horse and dog lovers

      We absolutely love H Cooper Black campground. If you have horses they have campsites with corrals at your back door that you can also rent. Many horse trails for riding as well. They have several ponds that can be reserved if you have retriever dogs to train. They host many retriever tests on the weekend and they are fun to watch. The campground has full hookups and they have made lots of improvements the last few years and most are level and shaded. Two bathhouses close by that are always clean. If you are a horse or dog lover this is a great place to camp!

    • 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...

    • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 25, 2024

      Double L Farms Campground

      Countryside Pasture Camping @ Its Best

      Not everyone's idea of a great camping experience involves being completely surrounded by farm animals on an actual working ranch - so if the thought of this bothers you, then stop reading this review and mosey on to another campground. For my entire family, we absolutely loved the cows, horses, donkeys, chickens, guinea hens, ducks, turkey, cats, dogs and other animals we came across during our stay. In fact, our daughters thought the farm animals were the best part of our camping trip!

      As for Double L Farms Campground itself, this place is located outside of Lumberton and just a 20 minute or so drive from the heavy trafficked I95 highway corridor, but here at Double L, you'll feel a million miles away from the hectic realities of urban life. The campground is fairly modest in size and has only enough space for a couple dozen RVers / tent campers, but I don't really get the feeling that you'll ever have a problem finding a spot here, so it's up to you whether you want to make a reservation by calling ahead or just 'wing it.' The hosts, Brian & Lisa, were easily some of the best campground hosts we've ever had and they definitely make this experience a 5 star encounter as the duo went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed and even provided recommendations on local spots in the surrounding areas.

      From an amenities standpoint, there's a quaint, well-maintained bathhouse with showers and toilets. Inside you'll also discover that the bathhouse is actually multi-purpose and equipped with A/C, washing machine, has WiFi and even a microwave. Of course, there's full RV hook-ups with 30 / 50 electrical amp, sewage and water lines. The best amenity though? The free rooster alarm clock you'll hear around 5:30am every morning! All this for $25 a night? Yeah, it's a very good price for what you get.

      Insider's tips? Here's a few: (1) I think the best sites are those located furthest back on the property near the field, where you can gaze up at the stars at night with an unobstructed view, but really, all of the sites are pretty good, so you can't really go wrong with any of the sites; (2) There does appear to be some more permanent residents living in trailers here, but it wasn't that big of a deal and we didn't mind; (3) With 46 acres of farmland, there's plenty to explore and we really enjoyed hiking around the place, but if you want to venture out and try some different locations for hiking, I highly recommend Luther Britt Park where there's some pretty good lakeside hiking trails; (4) For the kiddos, if you need to get away and see something a bit more educational then try out Exploration Station in downtown Lumberton; (5) Should you run out of any supplies or find yourself in need of anything, the closest store is Family Dollar which is just due west of Double L and while no frills, they should have just about everything you need to tied you over in a fix- and if not, head on into Lumberton for many more options; and (6) When you grow tired of trying to conjure up that next meal from the depths of your Cordova roto-molded cooler or on-board mini-fridge and want to explore some great local fare, then check out The Governor Place for brisket burger and duck fries with alioli or Tony B's Chicken & BBQ for superb brisket where Tuesday is chicken & pastry day (which is pretty much like chicken dumplings).

      Happy Camping!

    • 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.

    • DThe Dyrt PRO User
      Oct. 21, 2022

      Double L Farms Campground

      Wonderful, No Frills Campground

      Wonderful, small, relaxing campground. Large, level, FHU sites. Some permanent trailers and seasonal campers, mostly occupied by traveling healthcare professionals. Well maintained. Campground is surrounded by the owners farmland. Horses, cows, donkeys, chickens. Simple and peaceful. The owner, Lisa was the best we’ve ever encountered and we’ve camped in all of the lower 48. Well maintained. We will definitely return!

    • 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.

    Guide to Dillon

    H. Cooper Black Jr. Field Trial Area serves as a premier destination for equestrian camping near Dillon, South Carolina. Located approximately 30 minutes southwest of Dillon, this specialized recreation area spans over 7,000 acres of pine forest and open fields. The terrain features gently rolling hills with sandy soil typical of the Carolina Sandhills region, creating firm ground for horse activities even after rainfall.

    What to do

    Horse trail riding: Access extensive equestrian trails that connect to surrounding countryside paths at Lee State Park Campground. "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," notes Lauren V.

    Dog training sessions: Reserve ponds specifically designed for retriever training at H. Cooper Black. Phil R. explains, "Neat surprise. Pleasant primitive site now, overlooking ponds, meadows, forest. Fun to distantly observe horses and well trained retrievers playing and being trained."

    Birdwatching: The diverse habitats support numerous bird species at Cheraw State Park Campground. Bran P. shares, "Bird sanctuary so birders will LOVE this campground! There is also a really nice museum type of visitor's center."

    What campers like

    Peaceful atmosphere: The natural setting creates a tranquil experience. "Large area where dog training sport hunting is permitted... home to the largest rally race in the southeast!" notes John P. about H. Cooper Black Jr. Field Trial Area.

    Clean facilities: Regularly maintained bathhouses with hot showers receive consistent praise. MaryAnn P. says about Cheraw State Park, "The bathrooms and showers were amazingly clean and they had a giant heater you can turn on over the showers when it's cold outside!"

    Level, shaded sites: Many camping areas offer spacious spots with natural coverage. Chris S. describes Lee State Park as an "Awesome park with many trails and a pond for the kids to swim!"

    What you should know

    Reservation requirements: Camping spots and training facilities require advance booking, especially during busy seasons. John notes about Lee State Park, "Great little park about 20 minute drive from Florence. Clean bathrooms. My dog was a bit confused by seeing horses for the first time."

    Wildlife considerations: Expect typical woodland creatures plus farm animals. At Double L Farms Campground, Stuart K. reports, "Not everyone's idea of a great camping experience involves being completely surrounded by farm animals on an actual working ranch... we absolutely loved the cows, horses, donkeys, chickens, guinea hens, ducks, turkey, cats, dogs and other animals."

    Seasonal conditions: Summer brings higher humidity and insect activity. Christina notes about Lee State Park, "Rough 'roads' inside park with big ruts that filled with rain, horrific mosquitos (and we're from SC for a baseline)."

    Tips for camping with families

    Animal encounters: Children often enjoy seeing horses and farm animals up close. About Double L Farms, Marvin D. shares, "If you have a family with small children, they will love the horses, chickens, guinea hens, and the couple of friendly cats and dogs that they own."

    Observation opportunities: Weekend horse events and retriever competitions provide educational entertainment. Brenda L. says, "They host many retriever tests on the weekend and they are fun to watch."

    Swimming options: Several parks offer water recreation for cooling off during hot months. Werner S. notes about Cheraw State Park: "At the campground you can't swim, but you can walk 10 minutes to a beachy area on the other site of the lake."

    Tips from RVers

    Hookup variations: Available utilities differ between parks near Dillon's equestrian camping areas. Mitch M. describes Lee State Park: "Sites were gravel and level. Bath house were clean and well maintained."

    Site selection strategy: Choose based on your specific needs and seasonal conditions. Sara M. notes about Cheraw State Park, "Pull through sites and back in. Spacious sites that feel nicely private surrounded by evergreens which is a nice relief in winter to see trees with leaves."

    Road conditions: Access roads vary in quality throughout horse camping properties. About Double L Farms, New D. mentions, "Right off I95. Great over night stay. Farm Camp. Right by road so was a little loud at night but manageable."

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