Best Equestrian Camping near Pocahontas, TN

River Road RV Park & Horse Camp accommodates equestrians with dedicated areas for horses and trailers. The campground offers full hookups for RVs while providing space for horses on a working farm in Chapel Hill. The horse camp includes basic amenities like water access, picnic tables, and fire rings. Sites are level and clean with both pull-through and back-in options available. The camp maintains a community atmosphere with friendly long-term residents and the owner regularly checks on guests, even delivering firewood upon request. Campers reference The Dyrt for top tips on camping near Pocahontas, Tennessee.

Located just 5 minutes from Duck River and close to Henry Horton State Park, the horse camp serves as an excellent basecamp for trail riding adventures. Riders access nearby bridle trails and enjoy fishing, hiking, and kayaking opportunities in the surrounding area. Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground, approximately an hour's drive away, offers additional equestrian camping options with horseback riding stables on-site. The riding stable at Fall Creek Falls provides guided trail rides through the park's extensive trail system. Mini ponies occasionally graze in the pasture at River Road, adding to the equestrian atmosphere. The train tracks near River Road may require consideration for horses sensitive to noise.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Pocahontas, Tennessee (11)

    1. Rvino - The Broken Banjo

    16 Reviews
    Manchester, TN
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 728-9777

    $31 - $81 / night

    "The staff will come around and collect your trash for you (which isn’t necessary but a nice plus!)"

    "This park is located in Manchester, TN right next to I-24, so if you are in the pull-throughs on the front row, you will hear the traffic. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful."

    2. Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground

    145 Reviews
    Spencer, TN
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 881-5298

    $8 - $32 / night

    "Hiking trails, great water falls, horse back riding, fishing, golf and wildlife. There are cabins available as well. Shower houses are clean and well situated."

    "There is also a riding stable close by. The kids loved it! I got to ride Leonard the horse who looked a bit like the Wonky Donkey. 😂"

    3. Fairview Campground — Tims Ford State Park

    22 Reviews
    Winchester, TN
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 968-3536

    "Some really nice sites on lake and shaded. Inner sites are nice as well and have sewer. Good space between sites. 30 and 50 amp. The old section that was for yearly rental is gone."

    "Gravel drives & pads with water & electric at sites. Our site #28 had an exceptional view out the kitchen window & from the pinic table of the lake. Newer shower house centrally located."

    4. Henry Horton State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Chapel Hill, TN
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 364-2222

    $10 - $150 / night

    "Chapel Hill, just to the north, offers all you might need with a hardware store, Dollar General, walk in clinic and restaurants."

    "Yes, I received several dirty looks for driving on the road toward the tent area.) I parked in the restroom area as the road was completely blocked with children, inner tubes and adults."

    5. Twisted South Stables

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    Manchester, TN
    10 miles
    +1 (501) 762-4262

    $30 - $65 / night

    6. Walls of Jericho - Clark Cemetery Backcountry Campsite

    11 Reviews
    Estillfork, AL
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 968-6215

    "Park at either the Alabama or the Tennessee trailhead (make sure not to park at the horse trailhead earlier on the road) and descend down into the canyon."

    "It is also at an easy access point to the falls as well as the other trails in the area. The site has easy access to water most of the year and can provide space for over 10 tents."

    7. Happy Camper Campground

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    Rock Island, TN
    22 miles
    +1 (931) 686-4468

    8. River Road RV Park & Horse Camp

    2 Reviews
    Chapel Hill, TN
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 364-7714

    $30 - $65 / night

    "We stayed at River Road RV Park and Horse Camp and had a great experience."

    9. Campers RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Spring Hill, TN
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 381-4112

    "Good dog walks. Good Wi-Fi."

    "Very close to the freeway. Great for overnight or extended stay. Nice pull through sites."

    10. Turnhole Backcountry Campsite — Mammoth Cave National Park

    2 Reviews
    Mammoth Cave National Park, KY
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 758-2180

    "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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  • Asher K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 27, 2017

    Walls of Jericho - Clark Cemetery Backcountry Campsite

    Great backpacking

    The walls of Jericho are an incredible site to see if you are willing to make the backpacking adventure to them. The hike in takes only about an hour and is all downhill. Park at either the Alabama or the Tennessee trailhead (make sure not to park at the horse trailhead earlier on the road) and descend down into the canyon. When you reach the bottom of the trail and cross a river there are several campgrounds that you can set up at. After getting settled keep following the trail back into the canyon and you will get to the first waterfall/pool. Don't stop there though cause the real view is the waterfall at the back of the canyon that takes a little scrambling to get to. While there recently with my wife we spent 2 nights camping at the horse campground and spent our full day doing a loop hike into Tennessee. The only thing you have to be cautious of is it can get pretty muddy if it has rained heavy recently. I would suggest going in spring cause that is when everything is blooming and so beautiful.

  • D
    Aug. 31, 2018

    Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground

    One of the nicest campgrounds we camped.

    Offers everything you can possibly want. Hiking trails, great water falls, horse back riding, fishing, golf and wildlife. There are cabins available as well. Shower houses are clean and well situated.

  • Jeremy H.
    Jul. 20, 2019

    Ray of Hope Guest Ranch and Horse Motel

    Great Place To See The Stars

    Most campgrounds in Tennessee are buried in the woods, but not this yurt campsite at Ray of Hope.  The yurt sets on the side of a beautiful Tennessee Hill offering almost a complete view of the nighttime sky.  We watched the moon rise over a hill directly in front of the campsite, and we even saw a brilliant shooting star blaze across the sky for what seems like an eternity.  The Ray of Hope campground is a private campground that went above and beyond our expectations.  The yurt was clean, included battery powered lights and a LED lantern, and a full sized bed that made the night pass with ease.  The campsite also offers free firewood and a large fire ring.  There are two deck chairs at the campsite which are perfect for stargazing.  The entrance of the yurt faces sunrise and the farm animals serenade you in the morning when the mist begins to burn off the valley.  There is a well stocked outside shower surrounded by sweet smelling herbs.  Water and a toilet are near the shower stall.   The campsite is near the small town of Petersburg, TN where you can find two gas stations and a Dollar Store.  If it's hot outside, you might want to bring a battery operated fan.  This place is a perfect glamping experience for an extended date or weekend in beautiful Tennessee.

  • K
    Sep. 12, 2020

    Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground

    We love this State Park!

    Fall Creek Falls is a beautiful park. The campsite was nice and spacious, and the kids loved having swings right by our site. There a several nice hikes, waterfalls and swimming holes. There wasn’t much water in the falls when we were there last, but it was still beautiful. There is also a riding stable close by. The kids loved it! I got to ride Leonard the horse who looked a bit like the Wonky Donkey. 😂

  • @HomegrownRV 😎.
    Oct. 19, 2023

    Rvino - The Broken Banjo

    Relaxing but small spaces

    Pros: The staff are all incredibly friendly. We loved interacting with them (especially Eric!) during our stay. The laundry and bathrooms are very clean and spacious. The staff will come around and collect your trash for you (which isn’t necessary but a nice plus!) The location is directly off the highway and close to stores if you need a late night run for anything. The dog park was cute and offered a lot of extras. The heated pool was nicely taken care of and would be fantastic for the summer season. The camp store had lots of necessities and cute decor plus a dvd rental library and a pizza place onsite!

    Cons: There was a massive cell phone tower within walking distance from our RV. Literally on the property of the RV park behind their utility shed and next to the playground. The highway traffic is quite loud. The campsites are very close together! The playground and fun type amenities in the back of the park weren’t kept up very well it seemed. A lot of the stuff was missing or broken.

    For more detailed reviews and photos, follow us on TikTok and Instagram @HomegrownRV!

  • C
    May. 27, 2025

    River Road RV Park & Horse Camp

    Peaceful, Clean, and Friendly—A Great Basecamp in Chapel Hill, TN

    We stayed at River Road RV Park and Horse Camp and had a great experience. It’s a quiet, no-frills spot on a working farm—perfect if you're looking for a place to relax and recharge after a day of exploring. The sites were level and clean, with both pull-through and back-in options. Full hookups were available, and there’s a small laundry area with a shower and bathroom. Roads are a little narrow, but manageable. This isn’t a resort, and amenities are minimal(a swing set for kids, no pool or clubhouse), but that’s part of the charm. Pam, the owner, is incredibly kind and helpful—she brought us firewood and checked in often. Her camp dog, Charlie, was a sweet and playful companion to our older dog. Many of the other campers are long-term residents working nearby, and everyone we met was friendly and helpful. It felt safe, grounded, and community-oriented. There’s some wildlife to enjoy—rabbits, birds, squirrels—and even a couple of mini ponies in the pasture. One thing to note: there is a train track nearby. It didn’t bother us, but light sleepers might want to bring earplugs just in case. The best part is the location. Duck River is just 5 minutes away, and Henry Horton State Park is close by—great for fishing, hiking, or kayaking. If you want a peaceful basecamp with kind people and good access to outdoor adventure, this is a great spot to park and stay.

  • Nate H.
    Dec. 9, 2020

    Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground

    Roaming Deer

    Fall creek falls is one of the best recreational areas in Tennessee. The park is very large and has so much to do. The falls are amazing, and it’s a moderate hike down to the base. Sometimes the falls are just a small trickle and sometimes they are flowing, depending on rainfall amounts. There are also smaller falls with pools that you can swim in, and those are next to the parking area. There’s a great amount of wildlife in the park, the deer were everywhere, and they are not afraid of humans. They will walk directly through your campsite. The park also has a lake, golf course, pool, playground, great biking, so much to do. The campground is large and has walk-in tent sites and RV sites with hookups. The sites are well spaced and wooded, so even if the campground is full, you don’t feel overcrowded. I always enjoy camping here and I highly recommend Fall Creek Falls.

  • Asher K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2021

    Walls of Jericho - Clark Cemetery Backcountry Campsite

    Great for groups

    This is one of the larger campsites available at Walls of Jericho and definitely the easiest to find. I have stayed here a couple of times and always enjoyed it. The one downside to this site is that it can get somewhat flooded after heavy rains. It can also get fairly crowded since there are multiple firepits and tent clearings not far apart from each other. This is definitely the best site if you have a large group or want to be able to set up multiple tents. It is also at an easy access point to the falls as well as the other trails in the area. The site has easy access to water most of the year and can provide space for over 10 tents. If it seems crowded and you want more privacy though you can turn left off the trail and walk a short ways to the horse camp which is more secluded and removed from the trail. My last suggestion is that if you are here on a clear night head out to the field abutting the site and enjoy some stargazing!

  • Matthew
    Sep. 6, 2021

    Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground

    Tons To Do

    We stayed Memorial Weekend of 2021 for a total of 4 nights. Tons to do at one of Tennessee’s top state parks. We hiked Fall Creek Falls trail, visited the nature center, walked the suspension bridge, went to the Cane Creek Falls overlook, swam in the Cascades, ate pizza at the snack bar, watched people catch stocked trout at George Hole, and played on the playground. The weather was a little damp, but we didn’t let that stop us!


Guide to Pocahontas

Equestrian camping near Pocahontas, Tennessee offers access to scenic trails within the Cumberland Plateau region at elevations ranging from 500-1,800 feet. The area features limestone formations and mixed hardwood forests common to Middle Tennessee's Highland Rim geological area. Most horseback riding trails remain open year-round with spring and fall providing optimal trail conditions.

What to Do

Waterfall hikes: Fall Creek Falls State Park provides multiple waterfall viewing opportunities within a day's ride. As one camper notes, "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" (Fall Creek Falls State Park Campground).

Trail riding: Henry Horton State Park trails follow the Duck River with minimal elevation changes, suitable for beginner and intermediate riders. "We stayed at this campground recently and because the wifi coverage and speed was so good was actually able to 'work from home' here. The trails we hiked were well maintained and there is a quiet paved road suitable for bicycling" (Henry Horton State Park Campground).

Swimming spots: Find natural swimming holes along trail routes for cooling off horses and riders. At Tims Ford Lake, "There are water access at your campsite to swim or kayak. Nice bathhouse, clean facilities" (Fairview Campground).

What Campers Like

Shaded campsites: Most equestrian campsites feature tree coverage for summer comfort. At Cedars of Lebanon, "The spots are decently spaced apart with many trees. Located near a Dollar General for basic needs" (Cedars of Lebanon State Park Campground).

Equestrian-friendly layout: Look for campgrounds with pull-through sites that accommodate trailers. "The sites are level and clean with both pull-through and back-in options. The utilities are located smartly in the middle of the pad to include an extra sewer connection near the pad's front" (Manchester KOA).

Community atmosphere: Many horse camps foster camaraderie among trail riders. "Pam, the owner, is incredibly kind and helpful—she brought us firewood and checked in often. Her camp dog, Charlie, was a sweet and playful companion to our older dog" (River Road RV Park & Horse Camp).

What You Should Know

Train noise considerations: Some campgrounds have nearby train tracks that may startle horses. "There is a train track nearby. It didn't bother us, but light sleepers might want to bring earplugs just in case" (River Road RV Park & Horse Camp).

Limited cell service: Remote horse camps often have spotty connectivity. At Walls of Jericho, "This is backcountry camping so plan appropriately (no bathroom, pack it in- pack it out). We found no cell phone service with Verizon at this site" (Walls of Jericho - Clark Cemetery Backcountry Campsite).

Seasonal variations: Trail conditions change throughout the year. "We camped here in July but also stayed at the Inn during the spring. The park itself has a scenic loop drive of the gorge, multiple waterfalls to visit, miles on end of hiking trails in which some cross rope bridges" (Fall Creek Falls State Park).

Tips for Camping with Families

Multiple activities: Choose campgrounds with options beyond riding. "There are pavilions and out buildings setup with games, hammocks, and all kinds of fun family-friendly things to see and do" (Campers RV Park).

Cabin options: Consider cabins for families new to horse camping. "The camp store, firewood, and restrooms. Rates are pretty standard. Backcountry primitive hike-in sites are $8. Interactive heritage festivals and other activities frequently came to the center across the street" (Henry Horton State Park).

Kid-friendly amenities: Select campgrounds with playgrounds or recreation areas. "There's a great pool, kids areas, lots of cabins and tent spaces. Very quiet setting and great camp hosts" (Manchester KOA).

Tips from RVers

Site spacing: RVs with horse trailers need ample room. "The back-in and full time sites have ample space for those looking for a longer stay, but the pull through sites usually aren't full so they provide decent space as well" (Campers RV Park).

Hookup locations: Check utility placement when reserving sites. "Water pressure was okay at around 45 psi. They have cable but we did not use it. Their Wifi was about average for a CG this size. We got 3 bars on Verizon and used our MiFi on this overnighter" (Manchester KOA).

Level sites: Look for sites that accommodate both RV and trailer. "We were on site 18 and it was very level, paved and double wide. Parking was easy and it accommodated the 38' RV and a SUV" (Henry Horton State Park).

Frequently Asked Questions

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

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Pocahontas, TN is Rvino - The Broken Banjo with a 4.4-star rating from 16 reviews.

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