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Equestrian Camping near Bloomington Springs, TN

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    East Fork Stables near Jamestown, Tennessee offers primitive and full-hookup camping with extensive equestrian facilities approximately 70 miles from Bloomington Springs. The property features horse stalls, tie lines, multiple round pens, and paddocks distributed throughout the grounds. Campers can choose from cabins, bunkhouses, RV sites with full hookups, or primitive tent camping areas. The campground includes a dedicated non-equestrian loop with a pavilion cookhouse for those camping without horses. Shower facilities are clean and well-maintained, and sites are spacious with ample shade. East Fork Stables maintains separate camping areas for horse owners and non-equestrian campers, allowing both groups to enjoy the property. Sites in the primitive camping loop are large enough to accommodate tents, hammocks, and standard camping equipment.

    Miles of scenic trails wind through the Cumberland Plateau from East Fork Stables, connecting riders to waterfalls, overlooks, and varied terrain. The trail system accommodates riders of all experience levels with routes featuring diverse landscapes and views. Horse owners appreciate the convenient gift shop and camp office for supplies and information. The stables area includes trailer parking with easy access to campsites and riding trails. Equestrians can access the trail system directly from the campground without trailering to separate locations. The trails feature natural water crossings where horses can drink and cool off during rides. The campground operates seasonally from April 1 through November 1, making it ideal for spring through fall equestrian camping trips. Sites can be reserved in advance to ensure availability during peak riding seasons.

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    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Bloomington Springs (6)

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      1. Dale Hollow Lake - Primitive Camping — Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park

      3.8(8)27mi from Bloomington Springs83 sitesRVs, Tents

      "There are about 4 lakeside sites available all with good lake views"

      "Cove Creek at Dale Hollow lake in TN is a primitive campsite with lakeside camping. There are water faucets for drinking water and a pit toilet available."

      from $5 / night

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      2. Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park

      4.3(12)36mi from Bloomington Springs151 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park is right on the Kentucky/ Tennessee boarder and not a short drive from anywhere. It is out in the farmlands, but worth the drive."

      "sites: horse sites available. wooded area around campground. semi-private sites. amenities: lake. pool. other attractions: lodge/camping cabins. restaurant. I would go back again."

      from $35 - $70 / night

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      3. Turnhole Backcountry Campsite — Mammoth Cave National Park

      4.5(2)30mi from Bloomington SpringsTents

      "Despite this campsite being surrounded by the Green River on 3 sides, water is hard to come by here, and hiking it in may be your best bet."

      "Unfortunately the ferry is closed so it’s a long drive around to the backside. Turnhole Campsite is a short or long hike from the Maple Springs parking area."

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      4. East Fork Stables

      5.0(2)36mi from Bloomington SpringsRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "East Fork Stables is a HUGE equestrian campground that , guess what....you don’t have to have a horse to stay at!"

      "There are stalls and tie lines with round pens and paddocks scattered around. Trail system is wonderful with all the views anyone could ask for. Love this place will be coming back!!!"

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      5. Happy Camper Campground

      Be the first to review29mi from Bloomington SpringsRVs, Tents

      6. King's Coach Stop

      5.0(2)45mi from Bloomington Springs2 sitesRVs

      from $10 - $20 / night

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    • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 26, 2019

      East Fork Stables

      Horses galore

      East Fork Stables is a HUGE equestrian campground that , guess what....you don’t have to have a horse to stay at! They have a whole loop complete with a pavilion cookhouse and annoying triangle bell that’s perfect for campers, tents and hammocks.

      The showerhouse is nice and clean. The sites plenty big and mostly shaded. 

      Of course you can use any of the loops but the rest will have some really big animals hanging out. 

      There are miles and miles of trails. Waterfalls , overlooks and scenery. A nice gift shop/camp office and cabins.

      I stayed here for the Cumberland Plateau Stage Race. The race director actually reserved the whole campground for his event.

    • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Aug. 20, 2017

      Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park

      Almost a 5 star

      Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park is right on the Kentucky/ Tennessee boarder and not a short drive from anywhere. It is out in the farmlands, but worth the drive.

      I drove to it from Cumberland Parkway, a very picturesque drive. The GPS took me right to the entrance no issues like there are with some other parks.

      Once there the main areas are very well marked. The camp store has a somewhat useful map that will get you there by road.

      My disappointment and frustration was the trails marked on the map. I'm not sure if some spurs are new, not used often or being reclaimed but we would start down a trail that had a trailhead sign and then the trail would just disappear into the weeds or a field with no signage.

      The trail to Eagle Point was well used and a good walk to an awesome view.

      The Campground is set up in what I call wagon train circles (lol) if your going with a large group it's perfect. People parked their toys and cars in the middle and set up in the sites around the hub.

      if your not with a group you will probably have an opportunity to met your neighbor. There is not a lot of shade. There is a pool on site and cute little blue cabins to rent. Newer restrooms and a dumpstation. Tge horse ampground was adjacent to the regular campground.

      The Marina and Lodge are at the end of the road and there was a golf course on the way in. Pretty much covers all the bases of outdoor entertainment.

    • B
      Jun. 23, 2016

      Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park

      nice

      sites: horse sites available. wooded area around campground. semi-private sites. amenities: lake. pool. other attractions: lodge/camping cabins. restaurant. I would go back again.

    • Candy H.
      Jun. 22, 2021

      Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park

      Okay area

      The sites are pretty close together but it does indeed live up to the resort part in the name. You can purchase WiFi access. There’s a pool, cabin, golf course. It’s also a horse camp with several miles of trails.

    • Mandy C.
      Aug. 8, 2020

      Turnhole Backcountry Campsite — Mammoth Cave National Park

      Secluded Site, Easy Hike

      Despite this campsite being surrounded by the Green River on 3 sides, water is hard to come by here, and hiking it in may be your best bet. The river is at least 1/2 mile away, through extremely dense brush, and the banks are not easy to access, if accessible at all. We were lucky that a creek just north of the intersection of Buffalo Creek, Sal Hollow, and Turnhole trail had some water to filter from.

      This is a nice, secluded spot. You are on the end of a ridge. Clear nights with a bright moon were magical here. It is probably a beautiful spot when there is no foliage, as well. We camped in August.

      There is a tent pad, hooks for lanterns or packs, horse hitches, and a fire ring with a grate attached. Hike in is a little over 3 miles, a pleasant hike, but not a whole lot to see in the summer besides a lot of chantrelles.

      The Green River Ferry seems to be non-operational a lot. Call the hotline the day of your drive in to see which route you should take: 270-758-2166

      We decided to do a day hike on the Sal Hollow Trail. It ended up being pretty exhausting: we believe it is a lot longer than the markers suggest, and a lot of the trail seems pretty unused/not kept up.

    • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Apr. 28, 2020

      Turnhole Backcountry Campsite — Mammoth Cave National Park

      Easy or Hard

      Another backside primitive campsite at Mammoth Cave National Forest, Ky.

      A lot of people don’t realize the extensive trail system of Mammoth Cave. They come for the Cave and never take the time to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

      Before using this campsite you are supposed to check in at the visitors center. Unfortunately the ferry is closed so it’s a long drive around to the backside.

      Turnhole Campsite is a short or long hike from the Maple Springs parking area. Sal Hollow Trail would be the long trail, twisty , turny and moderately challenging. Buffalo Trail is a straight hike in , take a left at the intersection and straight on to the campsite. Difference of about 3 miles-ish.

      The trails are used by hikers and horseback riders, are well marked and lotsa fauna to see. No major vistas here, just woods.

      The campsite has poles to tie your horses, a fire ring, tent pad and lantern hooks. Pretty easy to find seasoned wood to burn. DARK at night, lots of animal noises ;) not much of a night sky except in the winter months.

      The cool thing about this campsite is your sorta on a peninsula of the river. Very private and it’s not on a loop trail so no foot traffic passing by.

    • Andy K.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jan. 24, 2023

      Dale Hollow Lake - Primitive Camping — Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park

      Dale Hollow Eagle Point

      I camped at Eagle Point for a quiet relaxing few days , but due to a group of young lads who camped near me that was not going to be the case. They were loud and annoying and did not care for anybody else's privacy.

      The camp site was ok , reached down a very bumpy track not suitable for RV or similar.

      There was a porta toilet which was a bonus but lots of trash left behind by other campers.

      The site is on the top of a high cliff so no water swimming was possible. Very shady area. There is a boat ramp next to the site which was in constant use day and night.

    • Jovee S.
      Nov. 10, 2021

      Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park

      Nice Campground

      Full Time Travelers here. 

      Stayed at Dale Hollow October 27-31/2021. Unfortunately, we didn't get to see too much of the park/area as it rained for most of our stay. 

      Great sites, back in.  The only issue I had with this camp was the way the sites were situated. They were in sets, like a cul-de-sac shape, and put you really close to your neighbors.  Aside from that, it was a nice setup in general.  Beautiful sights to see.  

      The grounds were kept pretty decent, however, I went through the areas close to our site and picked up a lot of trash from each section.  It was mostly candy wrappers. 

      They have a little store near the sites, very friendly staff.  

      We visited Dale Hollow Sweets, the fudge is fantastic!!!! We didn't get any of the other sweets they had, but it all looked incredibly delicious.  The staff there were friendly and courteous.  Overall, it was a decent stay for the few nights we were there.

    Guide to Bloomington Springs

    The Cumberland Plateau region surrounding Bloomington Springs, Tennessee offers diverse camping options at elevations between 1,000-2,000 feet. The area experiences distinct seasons with mild springs, humid summers reaching the upper 80s, and colorful fall foliage that peaks in late October. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing, with occasional snow affecting trail conditions at higher elevations.

    What to do

    Waterfall hiking trails: Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground provides access to numerous waterfalls within hiking distance. "One of the best hiking parks I've ever been to. Miles and miles of trails; short, long, loops, overnights. This place has it all. Make sure you do three things while you're there: hike to the bottom of the big waterfall (Fall Creek Falls), swim in the cascades next to the nature center, and stand on the edge of the bluff at Buzzard's Roost," advises Myke C.

    Trail riding: East Fork Stables offers an extensive trail system specifically designed for equestrians. "Trail system is wonderful with all the views anyone could ask for," notes Jason M., highlighting why this is one of the premier horse campgrounds near Bloomington Springs, Tennessee.

    Boat-in primitive camping: Dale Hollow Lake allows for unique water-access camping experiences. "We took a pontoon boat out to Kemper Flats on Dale Hollow lake for a few days relaxing fishing. Primitive site, island with a porta toilet. Camp right on the side of the lake, very quiet and peaceful," shares Andy K.

    What campers like

    Spacious, family-friendly layouts: Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park features a unique camping arrangement. "Campsites are on loops off the main loop/road. It puts 7-8 sites in a circle so it's possible for families to rent multiple site in same loop. Plenty of room for kids to play and also has a swimming pool!" explains Kenny P.

    Clean facilities: Cedars of Lebanon State Park maintains well-kept bathhouses. "Large level sites with some privacy. Bathrooms were super clean. Was able to get groceries and all I needed just 10 mins away," reports Jared, emphasizing the convenience for campers needing supplies.

    Seasonal events: Fall Creek Falls State Park hosts special activities throughout the camping season. "Long post, there's so much! Had to return to this place! We visited in spring and returned for the summer. There's tons to do from hiking, to swimming, waterfall gazing, rock climbing, ziplining, and much more," shares Brandie D.

    What you should know

    Primitive site amenities vary significantly: Dale Hollow Lake - Primitive Camping offers boat-in opportunities with minimal facilities. "Beautiful spot close to the water. Secluded area that can be reached via GPS coordinates ONLY (we learned this after trying to check in at the Dale Hollow campground). Things to know: there was no dumpster for trash, hike in spot with vault toilet, 45 minutes from Standing Stone State Park," notes Melody S.

    Campsite layouts and privacy: Some campgrounds feature close quarters while others offer more seclusion. "Sites in area 1 were a little close together. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring, and charcoal grill. Bathrooms and showers available close by. Reserve early because it seems the campground is always full. Like most parks/forests, you cannot bring your own fire wood," advises Gillian C. about Cedars of Lebanon.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Bloomington Springs, TN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Bloomington Springs, TN is Dale Hollow Lake - Primitive Camping — Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park with a 3.8-star rating from 8 reviews.

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