Best Equestrian Camping near Elmendorf, TX

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Elmendorf, Texas (5)

    1. Alamo River RV Ranch Resort & Campground

    9 Reviews
    Von Ormy, TX
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (210) 622-5022

    "I have camped here both in the Texas winter (Nov) and recently Texas Summers (July). It is a beautiful tucked away area. Nice trails, great tree cover and full of nature and flowing water."

    "It's a good place to go with family but too much horse excrement for next family to stay"

    2. COE Canyon Lake Canyon Park

    7 Reviews
    Canyon Lake, TX
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 964-3341

    "Purple campsite was just a small walk away from the small store and bathrooms. It was a nice campsite but the sites were kinda close together."

    "The only thing that I don’t like are the bathrooms which are pretty close to an outhouse which some people don’t have a problem but I guess I’m picky ."

    3. San Marcos River Retreat

    2 Reviews
    San Marcos, TX
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (512) 787-5574

    "There’s a river right next to it for fishing, I stayed during the week and I was the only one camping. I car camp and all of the camping spots have water and electrical outlets."

    "You will often see Tom (the owner) riding around on his cart cleaning up the place and greeting all the visitors. It's a beautiful gem and everyone that knows about it fights to keep it this way."

    4. Riverbend RV Park

    1 Review
    Lockhart, TX
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 875-9548

    "Lots of things to do in surrounding area"

    5. Lightning Ranch RV Park

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    Bandera, TX
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 510-3959

    $35 / night

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Elmendorf, TX

17 Reviews of 5 Elmendorf Campgrounds


  • G
    Jul. 14, 2020

    Alamo River RV Ranch Resort & Campground

    A great kept secret.

    I have camped here both in the Texas winter (Nov) and recently Texas Summers (July). It is a beautiful tucked away area. Nice trails, great tree cover and full of nature and flowing water.

  • R
    Nov. 21, 2021

    COE Canyon Lake Canyon Park

    Fun family trip

    We had a great time out here on the military reserve side. Took my parents and the kids. Purple campsite was just a small walk away from the small store and bathrooms. It was a nice campsite but the sites were kinda close together. The spot we had overlooked a small beach area where you could swim and launch boats. We took jet skis and had a blast.

  • Hilary K.
    May. 3, 2019

    Alamo River RV Ranch Resort & Campground

    Great place!

    The staff is very helpful and friendly. Very affordable and has everything you need for fishing and camping. We loved walking the trails and seeing deer and other wildlife. We absolutely loved it!

  • Stacy L.
    Feb. 26, 2022

    Alamo River RV Ranch Resort & Campground

    Stay away!

    I usually don’t post reviews like this but I needed to for this place! The website is outdated and is false advertising, they don’t over everything listed on the site. we stayed here before it changed ownership. The cabins are not what they used to be, the website is not accurate. Over price cabins and now they look like they are from 1990 theme, so outdated looks like they got the furniture right out of the dumpsters. The new California owners don’t care about the park everything is broken, worn out, workers walks around smoking marijuana and walks up to you and the smell from the bearded guy is disgusting who lives in a shack there on site. They turned this once beautiful park into a dump hippie ground.

  • s
    Nov. 17, 2021

    San Marcos River Retreat

    Quiet and clean

    This campground is beautiful. There’s a river right next to it for fishing, I stayed during the week and I was the only one camping. I car camp and all of the camping spots have water and electrical outlets. The bathroom is old, but it is clean. Enjoyed it! And it was only $10!

  • M
    May. 21, 2019

    COE Canyon Lake Canyon Park

    One With Nature

    We love coming out here. It’s a gorgeous view. The water is crystal clear and it’s a great place to be one with nature. The only thing that I don’t like are the bathrooms which are pretty close to an outhouse which some people don’t have a problem but I guess I’m picky .

  • Eric-Misty S.
    Jun. 23, 2018

    Riverbend RV Park

    pretty nice place

    Our first time here and it wasn’t that bad of a place. San Marcos river in the back with a little place to fish, kids catch and release pond. Sites are extremely close. I did not like that. Staff is very friendly. Oil rigs make the town stink some. Lots of things to do in surrounding area

  • Carly R.
    Sep. 11, 2020

    COE Canyon Lake Canyon Park

    CLOSED FOR THE SEASON

    I spent days searching how to reserve or get someone with info on the phone. There are only two campground open at Canyon Lake for the 2020 season and can be reserved on recreation.gov. Canyon Park is CLOSED for the rest of 2020


Guide to Elmendorf

Horse camping in Texas offers a unique way to explore the great outdoors while enjoying the companionship of your equine friends. With a variety of campgrounds catering to horse enthusiasts, you can find the perfect spot to saddle up and enjoy nature.

Equestrian campgrounds include essential amenities

  • At Alamo River RV Ranch Resort & Campground, you'll find electric hookups and sanitary dump facilities, making it convenient for both you and your horse.
  • Riverbend RV Park offers a friendly atmosphere with access to fishing and a kids' catch-and-release pond, perfect for family outings.
  • Lightning Ranch RV Park provides essential facilities like showers and toilets, ensuring a comfortable stay for horse campers.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused activities

Tips for equestrian camping near Elmendorf, Texas

  • When visiting Riverbend RV Park, be prepared for close camping sites, which can foster a sense of community among fellow horse campers.
  • Always check for specific rules regarding horse access and care at San Marcos River Retreat to ensure a respectful and enjoyable experience for everyone.
  • Make sure to bring your own firewood when camping at COE Canyon Lake Canyon Park, as it does not provide firewood on-site, but fires are allowed for cozy evenings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Elmendorf, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Elmendorf, TX is Alamo River RV Ranch Resort & Campground with a 4-star rating from 9 reviews.

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