Best Equestrian Camping near Nacogdoches, TX

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Nacogdoches, Texas (7)

    1. Alazan Bayou

    1 Review
    Nacogdoches, TX
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (936) 569-8547

    $12 - $42 / night

    "There is a loafing barn for horses. No bathrooms or water. Would be a 5 with just water. You need a Texas parks Limited use permit. It costs as little as $12 a year."

    2. Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area

    20 Reviews
    Kennard, TX
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (936) 655-2299

    $15 - $35 / night

    "Very well-maintained National Forest site just off Texas Highway 7 in the middle of the Davey Crockett National Forest. "

    "East Texas weather is so unpredictable. When we arrived at camp it was nice and sunny, so my friend and I decided to walk our dogs. On our walk we got caught in the middle of a down pour!"

    3. Davy Crockett National Forest Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area

    3 Reviews
    Kennard, TX
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (936) 655-2299

    "Entertains many hike trails. One even for handicap person to follow thru. Good for horses or bikes. You can go for miles even to a dispersed camping lookout point."

    "Such a peaceful and beautiful area in the Piney Woods of East Texas. I wish we'd had more than 2 days here to explore."

    4. 566 Piney Creek Horse Camp

    4 Reviews
    Kennard, TX
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (936) 655-2299

    "Great, well marked Trail system. Be careful during hunting season!"

    5. Sexton Pond Dispersed

    2 Reviews
    Zavalla, TX
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (936) 897-1068

    "If looking to be near a campground but still out on your own then this is the place."

    6. White Rock Horse Camp

    1 Review
    Kennard, TX
    41 miles
    Website

    $10 / night

    "Great hiking / horse riding trails around.  Would not recommend this area during hunting season.  Accessible via car, good roads, smaller trailers.  If RVing, will need levelers."

    7. Ebenezer Park

    3 Reviews
    Brookeland, TX
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (409) 384-5716

    $14 - $250 / night

    "The park seems very well designed for equestrian, but also good for tent camping. The trails are nice and wide. Tent spots are spacious, although most sites do require a decent walk from the car."

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Nacogdoches, TX

34 Reviews of 7 Nacogdoches Campgrounds


  • F
    Sep. 10, 2020

    Ebenezer Park

    Simple park, good scenery

    We went in early March for tent camping. The park seems very well designed for equestrian, but also good for tent camping. The trails are nice and wide. Tent spots are spacious, although most sites do require a decent walk from the car.

  • David T.
    Feb. 9, 2020

    Alazan Bayou

    Good camping area

    At least 14 sites with picnic tables on concrete slabs. Fire rings and Lantern poles. Very well kept and mowed. There is a loafing barn for horses. No bathrooms or water. Would be a 5 with just water. You need a Texas parks Limited use permit. It costs as little as $12 a year. If you want to fish or hunt the price goes up a little. Can be used to stay at any National Forest or Wild Management area.

  • M
    Jul. 29, 2018

    566 Piney Creek Horse Camp

    Small primitive campground adjacent to horseback riding trails.

    This is a small primitive camping area in the Davy Crockett National Forest. There’s a small covered pavilion and shady sites. Sites are first come and fees are paid at the campground. The camp is a great place to camp and ride the adjacent horse trails. The trails are nice but not well marked.

  • M
    Jul. 29, 2018

    566 Piney Creek Horse Camp

    Small primitive campground adjacent to horseback riding trails.

    I believe this is the same campground reviewed under 566 Piney Creek. This is a small primitive camping area in the Davy Crockett National Forest. There’s a small covered pavilion and shady sites. Sites are first come and fees are paid at the campground. The camp is a great place to camp and ride the adjacent horse trails. The trails are nice but not well marked.

  • Trevor H.
    Oct. 25, 2020

    Ebenezer Park

    Decent

    There aren't many sites for basic tent camping here, maybe 10-15 tent sites, and the rest are equestrian. It's a pretty tidy looking campground. There is a park host that is usually hanging around if you need something. We ended up being neighbors with a large group that was using their fire like a bonfire so we let the park host know about it. Probably won't come back unless in off season. But it's good enough

  • Tony E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 2, 2021

    Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area

    Wonderful, well-spaced campground under the East Texas tall pines

    What the campsites lacks in remoteness it makes up for with everything else. 

    Very well-maintained National Forest site just off Texas Highway 7 in the middle of the Davey Crockett National Forest. 

    Highlights for the site include:

    • very well-spaced apart offering more privacy than usually afforded

    • restrooms and showers were clean.

    • Access to hacking trails in the national forest

    • Easy access to food/fuel/firewood

    • A large variety of species for birdwatching

    • Small lake with deck for launching kayaks or SUPs

    There was not water at every site, so bring a longer hose and be ready to fill your tanks or containers.

    Road noise from highway was audible, but not too distracting.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 15, 2023

    White Rock Horse Camp

    Nice dispersed camping

    Nice area for dispersed camping.  Several level areas.  Great hiking / horse riding trails around.  Would not recommend this area during hunting season.  Accessible via car, good roads, smaller trailers.  If RVing, will need levelers.

  • Sydney L.
    Aug. 7, 2018

    Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area

    Classic East Texas

    East Texas weather is so unpredictable. When we arrived at camp it was nice and sunny, so my friend and I decided to walk our dogs. On our walk we got caught in the middle of a down pour! We laughed our way back to camp and waited out the rest of the storm in our cars. It cleared up quickly and we were back out in the wild. We took an inflatable kayak out on the lake. Decent little lake. People were in the swimming area. Would camp here again.


Guide to Nacogdoches

Horse camping in Texas offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and equestrian-friendly amenities, making it a great choice for riders and their horses.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • The well-kept facilities at Alazan Bayou include picnic tables on concrete slabs and a loafing barn, perfect for those traveling with horses.

Tips for equestrian camping near Nacogdoches, Texas

  • At 566 Piney Creek Horse Camp, be prepared for a remote experience with a vault toilet and a well-marked trail system, ideal for those looking to explore the surrounding national forest.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy the scenic trails at White Rock Horse Camp, where you can find several level areas for camping and great hiking and horseback riding opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Nacogdoches, TX is Alazan Bayou with a 4-star rating from 1 review.

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