1 campground with availability this weekend
Mammoth Cave Horse Camp at Mammoth Cave National Park offers designated RV and tent sites with direct access to the park's extensive trail system. Facilities include electric hookups, water access points, and nearby drinking water for horses. The campground connects directly to over 60 miles of trails that accommodate equestrians, with several routes offering scenic views of the unique karst landscape. Sites include picnic tables, fire rings, and access to sanitary dump stations. Firewood is available for purchase on site, and the campground provides shower facilities for riders after a day on the trails. The campground's level sites accommodate various trailer sizes, making arrival and setup straightforward even for larger rigs.
Trails connecting to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp range from easy terrain suitable for novice riders to more challenging routes with elevation changes. Most trails remain accessible throughout the year, though seasonal conditions can affect footing in certain areas. Horse owners should note that while the campground doesn't provide dedicated corrals, it does allow portable corral systems and highlines at campsites. The nearby Double J Stables and Campground offers additional equestrian camping options with showers, electric hookups, and water access. Reservation requirements include advance booking during peak season, especially for weekend stays. The campground's location provides convenient access to the national park's cave tours and other attractions, allowing for varied activities when not riding the trails.
"There is a restroom in the campground and a shower house, laundry room, post office and store adjacent. The dump station is next to that facility right outside the front “gate”."
"This campground is close to the visitor center and you’ll need site reservations in summer. Showers are wonderfully hot but there’s no RV hookups."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $25 - $50 / night
"While visiting family in Scottsville we were in need of a close by RV park for our 40’ rig. This was the perfect spot for us."
"A lot of people pull in for the night since it's right off the highway and behind a Pilot/Flying J, but it was still quiet."
from $30 - $45 / night
"There is a short trail near the boat ramp, more for fisher folk then a good hike. It ends at a small inlet. You have a strip of grass to your uphill side to use, otherwise not much privacy."
"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."
"These sites looked super nice, but many are reserved for group camping and equestrian camping it seemed."
"Nice large camping areas, secluded and quiet, easy access to the trails. Well maintained full hookup for RVs and plenty of room for your horse too."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $50 / night
"Stayed overnight at the boat ramp in a large quiet lot next to the reservoir surrounded by trees. A few cars were in the lot in the morning but I didn’t hear a sound. There are no services here."
"Easy to get to, ample room between campers, close to local shopping."
"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."
Available this weekend
from $15 / night
"Tucked away on the backside of Mammoth Cave NF, Ky, you want to find this Horse Camp."
from $25 / night
"The horse barn is the first building you will see on your left."
from $15 - $25 / night
RangerThe sites are smaller than the photos show. Some are very uneven. Yes you can walk to the visitors center, depending where you are camped its almost a mile one way. (For those who have difficulty walking) The showers are not wheelchair accessible. Coin showers, but definitely hot. I had NO Verizon service at campsite.
GuideIf you want to be near the cave entrances and popular trails this is a great spot. Stayed in loop A and the bathroom was super clean. Can get noisy due to the road right next to the campsite.
ScoutEverything is so clean and beautiful here. Tons to do and enjoy. Facilities are well kept!
TravelerGood place to camp while visiting Mammoth Caves. Walkable to showers which are located right outside the campground. Ok, but not super clean. Campsite was a good size and shaded. Pull through driveway was level enough. Staff friendly/helpful.
TravelerBeautiful campground, green, quiet, clean. Walking distance to visitor center and cave tours.
GuideCampground is peaceful despite sites being pretty close to each other. No water or electric at sites, but there are bathrooms and a (coin-operated) shower house nearby. For $25/night, it’s a solid deal.
TravelerThe trails & cavern tours are fabulous to enjoy while you’re here.
ScoutGreat place to stay when passing through.
TravelerFrom the first day, when the person checking us in said she didn't need to see our coggins test, I began to doubt the place. How many horses have come that haven't had testing? After the first day, we only saw one person twice in the week we were there. No-one in the store, you can buy ice or wood on the honor system, which is fine, but shavings and hay were locked up. The barns and areas around them are dirty and run down. The platform by the manure pit has loose and cracking boards that sag when you step on it. Stalls have deep holes, and uneven flooring, with boards missing around the base of the walls. They advertise a "laundry room" which is a coin op washer and dryer crammed into a small hallway, barely wide enough to hold them, that reeks of wet and mold. No change available, so bring enough. Sites are ok, but the campground is not lit, so plan on a flashlight for night check. The obstacle course is run down, with broken features, and rough ground. Manure pits and grounds are not maintained, so the flies are deplorable. The pallets to place feed on are rotting, filled with mold and bugs. Wheelbarrows are held together with baling twine, forks are broken, no shovels provided... but the threat of a $25 fee if stalls aren't cleaned out. The trail system is not their responsibility, but that too is deplorable. It is rough, with severe washouts, and many downed trees that you have to pick your way around. It is overgrown, and narrow. There is little to no signage, they give you a map, but there's nothing to reference. They are not for novice riders, period. There are too many nice places to stay and ride at, I wouldn't recommend this to anyone.
Mammoth Cave Horse Camp provides equestrians direct access to over 60 miles of trails through Mammoth Cave National Park. Located about 2 hours northeast of Westmoreland, Tennessee, this campground sits within Kentucky's diverse karst region where limestone topography creates a mix of ridges, valleys, and sinkholes. The moderate climate allows for year-round trail riding with seasonal variations in trail conditions between May and October.
Trail riding through the backcountry: At Maple Springs Campground, riders can access multiple trail networks directly from camp. "Direct trail access" notes camper Shelly S., who adds, "The campground is well spaced out, horse trailer and horse friendly, pretty good shade."
Cave tours between rides: Many horse campgrounds provide easy access to Mammoth Cave tours. "The cave is very big and cool. Reserve the all day guided tour with crawling about in small spaces for the best experience. Make sure your boots have enough tread or you won't be allowed to do the tour!" advises Dan X.
Hiking with or without horses: The extensive trail system allows for exploring on foot when not riding. "There are trails that leave the campground. Fireflies are great at night. Frogs are singing in the evening. Tons of trees and shade," mentions Veronica S. about camping experiences in the area.
Wildlife encounters: The natural setting brings regular wildlife sightings near Mammoth Cave Campground. "Very clean & quiet! The wildlife are very friendly!" says Gloria J., who notes "Deer & turkey walk thru ur campsite!"
Community atmosphere: The horse camping community typically shares a supportive environment. "People here were kind and trustworthy. People were charging their power stations unattended in the bathrooms. We were given extra wood by our neighbors," reports Veronica S.
Access to water recreation: While primarily focused on equestrian activities, Dale Hollow Lake - Primitive Camping offers additional recreation. "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.
Reservation requirements: Most established horse campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "Call in advance for reservations as most of their events book fast and sell out!" advises Heather K. about Double J Stables and Campground.
Bring your own corrals: Some campgrounds require portable containment systems. "The campground has poles to tie your horses, a fire ring, tent pad and lantern hooks. Pretty easy to find seasoned wood to burn," notes Shelly S. about backcountry options.
Tick prevention: Spring and summer months bring increased tick activity. "The only downside to the entire trip is that the park is infested with seed ticks and deer ticks. I was pulling ticks off of every inch of me even though I was coated in several layers of hardcore bug spray," cautions Carrie J.
Water availability: Water access varies by location. For backcountry sites like Turnhole Backcountry Campsite, "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," warns Mandy C.
Choose camps with amenities: For families new to horse camping, select locations with more facilities. "They have a playground for younger kids to play on. While we were there the owners were fundraising so they could improve it further," shares Heather K. about family-friendly options.
Book cave tours early: Popular activities fill quickly during peak season. "You've got to make a reservation for tours - be warned, they fill up quickly. I recommend making a reservation at least a week before in the busy season," advises Erin H.
Plan for weather contingencies: The region experiences varied weather patterns. "The great thing about this park is that the main attraction is always the same comfortable temp and weather year round - and you can spend a dry several hours while you avoid the rain spurts outside," says Erin H.
Check access routes: Some horse camps have limited access for larger rigs. "Watch the approach since you could head into the truck stop - stay to the right and you will be ok," advises Charlie M. about Dad's Bluegrass Campground, a potential staging area for horse activities.
Call ahead for road status: Ferry crossings can affect access to some horse camping areas. "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," recommends Mandy C.
Site layout considerations: Trailer sites require specific setups. "My site was slightly uphill where I had to park to reach the water hookup. The water hookup is very close to the ground and leaked for me. Made it very hard to connect the hose and pressure regulator," reports Jon P. about RV site challenges.
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