Best Equestrian Camping near National Forests and Grasslands in Texas

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, National Forests and Grasslands in Texas, TX has a lot to offer. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are National Forests and Grasslands in Texas campgrounds just for you. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your Texas camping adventure.

Best Equestrian Sites Near National Forests and Grasslands in Texas (8)

    1. Alazan Bayou

    1 Review
    Nacogdoches, TX
    3 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
    25 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
    25 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
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (936) 655-2299

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

    5. White Rock Horse Camp

    1 Review
    Kennard, TX
    32 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."

    6. Sexton Pond Dispersed

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

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

    7. Ebenezer Park

    3 Reviews
    Brookeland, TX
    45 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."

    8. Brookeland / Lake Sam Rayburn KOA

    2 Reviews
    Brookeland, TX
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (409) 698-3422

    "If you want to escape the hot summer in Texas, I would recommend coming to Brookeland Campground because there is a beautiful lake nearby."

    "This KOA has trails leading to a river which empties into Lake Rayburn. You do not have direct access to the lake itself. The campground has a couple of small ponds. The staff is excellent."

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  • 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.
    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 National Forests and Grasslands in Texas

Horse camping in Texas offers a unique way to explore the beautiful landscapes of National Forests and Grasslands while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With a variety of campgrounds catering to horse enthusiasts, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and hit the trails.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • At 566 Piney Creek Horse Camp, you'll find a well-marked trail system perfect for horseback riding, making it a great choice for those looking to explore the Davy Crockett National Forest.
  • White Rock Horse Camp offers access to several hiking and horse riding trails, providing a serene environment for both riders and nature lovers.
  • The Alazan Bayou area features a loafing barn for horses, making it convenient for those who want to camp with their horses nearby.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • 566 Piney Creek Horse Camp provides a small covered pavilion and shady sites, ideal for resting after a long day on the trails.
  • At White Rock Horse Camp, you'll find several level areas for dispersed camping, which are great for setting up your horse's accommodations.
  • Alazan Bayou features picnic tables on concrete slabs and fire rings, allowing for a comfortable camping experience while your horse is nearby.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like trails and facilities

  • The 566 Piney Creek Horse Camp is known for its primitive camping experience, with vault toilets and water available, making it a practical choice for horse campers.
  • White Rock Horse Camp offers easy access to horse trails, ensuring that you and your horse can enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
  • At Brookeland / Lake Sam Rayburn KOA, you can find trails leading to a river, providing a scenic backdrop for your horse camping adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near National Forests and Grasslands in Texas?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near National Forests and Grasslands in Texas is Alazan Bayou with a 4-star rating from 1 review.

What is the best site to find equestrian camping near National Forests and Grasslands in Texas?

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