Best Equestrian Camping near Duff, TN

Bear Creek Horse Camp in the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area provides accessible equestrian camping from April through October. The campground features electric hookups, drinking water, and designated areas for horses with trailer parking. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with full trash service available. The campground maintains clean toilet facilities and a sanitary dump station for RVs. Sites accommodate both tent and RV camping with thirty-amp hookups available. Barren Fork Horse Camp nearby offers more primitive accommodations with shower facilities but no electric or water hookups at individual sites.

Trails from these equestrian campgrounds connect directly to the extensive trail system throughout Big South Fork, allowing riders immediate access to varied terrain and scenic routes. Horses must be kept in designated areas when not on trails, as proper containment is required at all times. Water access for horses is available at specific locations throughout the campgrounds. Campsites at Bear Creek are reservable, while Barren Fork operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Little Lick Campground provides additional horse camping options with spacious sites that can accommodate large trailers, though it lacks drinking water and has only basic amenities. The locations provide strategic access to miles of maintained bridle trails with varying difficulty levels for all riding abilities.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Duff, Tennessee (16)

    1. Anderson County Park

    1 Review
    Norris, TN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 494-9352

    $20 - $60 / night

    "Sites were very clean and spacious and all have spectacular views of the lake."

    2. Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

    42 Reviews
    Rugby, TN
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 286-7275

    $20 - $140 / night

    "Big South Fork is located in a very remote area of TN and KY.  Miles of Great hiking, biking, horse and motorized trails.  There is plenty to see and all of it is beautiful.   "

    "D19 is in a dead end loop so little to no vehicles drive through . The bathhouse is a bit of a walk, the buildings are newer and well maintained."

    3. Clayton Geneva Memorial Campground

    8 Reviews
    Williamsburg, KY
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 913-0325

    $20 - $70 / night

    "They have horse sites to bring your horses .and you can camp right with your bourses.They also have RV sites and tent camping. You can fish in the river and go tubing and Canoeing in the river."

    "Close to trails and a waterpark too. Love the peace and tranquility. We will be going back again."

    4. Tranquility Creek

    1 Review
    Williamsburg, KY
    23 miles
    +1 (772) 501-5012

    $60 - $100 / night

    5. Bear Creek Horse Camp — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

    5 Reviews
    Revelo, TN
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 286-7275

    $30 - $35 / night

    "Totally set up for the horse crowd with plenty of horse room :) there is a day use parking and unloading area and direct access to the horse trails. Very open and well maintained."

    "We stayed here even though we didn’t have horses, but those with horses have priority."

    6. Panther Creek State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Talbott, TN
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 587-7046

    $26 - $42 / night

    "Panther Creek SP

    Panther Creek State Park was an unexpected find outside of Knoxville, TN , in Morristown. I’ve driven by the sign but no need to camp so close to home."

    "The hiking trails ranged from difficult to short and easy. The ’Trout’ hiking trail was very nice. One of the longer hikes was the Knob trail and it was very nice as well."

    7. Great Meadows Campground

    8 Reviews
    Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, KY
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (606) 376-5323

    $10 - $15 / night

    "Great for kayaking, fishing, wading, hiking, sightseeing(areas close by to check out), also there are some swimming holes..just have to find them. can camp right by the creek and across the road is a few"

    "Love it clean nice people Has water some of the time no electricity sites are well kept has horseshoe pits no stores close by no cell phone service but it does have clean toilets fishing is good"

    8. True West Campground & Stables

    5 Reviews
    Rugby, TN
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 752-8272

    $26 - $165 / night

    "We didn't have any horses but everyone treated us with welcoming vibes and kindness. The owners and family are attentive, kind, and hard working. The grounds are well kept."

    "Lots of room for horses.  They had campsites, covered wagons and cabin space."

    9. Barren Fork Horse Camp

    2 Reviews
    Marshes Siding, KY
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (606) 376-5323

    10. Little Lick Campground

    4 Reviews
    Laurel River Lake, KY
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (606) 864-4163

    $2 - $15 / night

    "Bring your horse, bring your trail bike, bring your dogs. You might want to bring a generator too."

    "Take an awesome little ferry across the river (or drive around). Tent sites vary in privacy. Great simple site, clean. No trails on site but we did a pretty one nearby (forget the name)."

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  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 10, 2016

    Bear Creek Horse Camp — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

    Very horse oriented :)

    Stayed here in April, very quiet! Off to itself. Totally set up for the horse crowd with plenty of horse room :) there is a day use parking and unloading area and direct access to the horse trails. Very open and well maintained. Make sure you have the horse power for the hills going out. I had to back down the gravel hill and get a second run to make it up!

  • Dan N.
    Aug. 31, 2016

    Bear Creek Horse Camp — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

    Great area for horse trips

    We stayed here even though we didn’t have horses, but those with horses have priority. According to the others at the campground, there are a lot of horse camps and facilities in this area, if you do have horses this is an excellent area to explore. Good hiking trails too. Campground was clean and barely smelled like a farm despite being filled with horses.

  • Carroll M.
    Aug. 4, 2018

    Great Meadows Campground

    Wonderful, peaceful

    No electric..but that could have changed, haven't been in a while. Great for kayaking, fishing, wading, hiking, sightseeing(areas close by to check out), also there are some swimming holes..just have to find them. can camp right by the creek and across the road is a few more spots. Get there early, because it is primitive, just to get a spot. Also, close by is a horse camp...actually a left turn prior to great meadows. Have fun.there is water and an enclosed bathroom. No showers

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 12, 2020

    Daniel Boone National Forest Little Lick Horse Camp

    Listen for banjos

    You will drive and drive and drive...and drive on the gravel road. However the road is good and the signage will get you there! Follow the little tent signs to Little Lick Horse Camp in the woods of Daniel Boone NF. The Nathan McClure trailhead is in the campground so there will be other traffic coming in. There are a few good size sites, with picnic table, fire ring and not much else. This is primitive, to include no toilet so bring your bucket or whatever you use.....remember Leave No Trace ;) Dark and starry skies, quiet and woodsy....try not to think about any scary wood based movies. Horses, llamas, trail bikes and dogs would be perfect for this campground. The sites are big enough for more then one tent or hammock. There are several other nice/challenging trails nearby and the Rattlesnake Motorcycle route in the area.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 11, 2022

    Panther Creek State Park Campground

    Going up

    Panther Creek SP

    Panther Creek State Park was an unexpected find outside of Knoxville, TN , in Morristown. I’ve driven by the sign but no need to camp so close to home. I ended up sharing a site with a friend who lives even closer, lol This is a small State Park but it offers a lot to do recreation wise. The weekend we stayed there was a youth mountain bike event and cross country running going on. There’s also horseback trails. My only complaint about the trails is they are not marked well. A Boy Scout troop needs to do some merit badge work and improve them . The campground is small, a little tight in the sides and limited on full service sites. It’s a gradual uphill drive through the camp , you curve to the left and then back down the hill. The sites in the upper curve are bigger then the ones on the hill. There are several that offer tent pads and small vehicle pads. Check your lengths and bring your leveling boards. The two showerhouses are next to pavilions. All well maintained. The upper pavilion has a very cool fire pit area. And can accommodate a small gathering. There is a trailhead in the campground and several other trailheads in easy walking, pedaling distance , plus an awesome overlook and more strenuous hike up the road. The boat ramp is in an adjacent area and the lake is beautiful.

  • J
    Jul. 19, 2019

    Clayton Geneva Memorial Campground

    It is a very quiet and peaceful camping. The campsite are beautiful and the

    They have horse sites to bring your horses .and you can camp right with your bourses.They also have RV sites and tent camping. You can fish in the river and go tubing and Canoeing in the river. They even have Primitive camping. They are right on the river.  The owners are really nice. It’s a very peaceful campground where you can connect with your soul.

  • Thomas W.
    Apr. 8, 2021

    Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

    Remote camp

    This is a large campground with excellent facilities.   Big South Fork is located in a very remote area of TN and KY.  Miles of Great hiking, biking, horse and motorized trails.  There is plenty to see and all of it is beautiful.   One of my favorite sites is the Twin Arches, worth the hike.


Guide to Duff

Tennessee offers a fantastic experience for horse camping enthusiasts, with a variety of campgrounds that cater specifically to equestrian needs.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like spacious sites and electric hookups

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

Equestrian campgrounds include unique features for a memorable experience

  • Barren Fork Horse Camp offers a rustic setting with access to beautiful hiking trails and natural bridges, perfect for exploring the great outdoors.
  • Cumberland Falls State Resort Park provides various lodging options, including horse camping, along with stunning views of the falls and nearby hiking trails.
  • Great Meadows Campground features well-maintained sites along a stream, offering a peaceful atmosphere for both campers and their horses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Duff, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Duff, TN is Anderson County Park with a 4-star rating from 1 review.

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