Best Equestrian Camping near San Augustine, TX

Ebenezer Park provides tent camping sites with equestrian-specific features. The park is well-designed for horseback riders with wide, accessible trails that accommodate both riders and their mounts. Most equestrian campsites offer spacious areas separate from standard tent camping zones. A park host is typically available to assist campers with questions and enforce safety rules. The campground maintains basic amenities including drinking water, picnic tables, trash collection, and toilet facilities. Fires are permitted at designated fire rings throughout the camping areas. Equestrian campers should note that while the park can accommodate large rigs, some tent sites require walking from the parking area.

The trail system at Ebenezer Park connects to surrounding forest areas, providing multiple riding routes for horse owners. Trail conditions remain well-maintained with wide paths that easily accommodate horses. Sites are spaced to provide adequate room for horse trailers and associated equipment. The park does enforce regulations regarding horses, including designated areas where animals are permitted. Campers bringing horses should prepare for self-sufficient camping as the facilities focus on basics rather than luxury amenities. During peak seasons, especially weekends, the limited number of equestrian sites can fill quickly. The campground's layout features approximately 10-15 tent sites with the majority dedicated to equestrian use, making it particularly suitable for those traveling with horses rather than standard campers seeking basic tent accommodations.

Best Equestrian Sites Near San Augustine, Texas (5)

    1. Brookeland / Lake Sam Rayburn KOA

    2 Reviews
    Brookeland, TX
    28 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."

    3. Ebenezer Park

    3 Reviews
    Brookeland, TX
    32 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."

    4. Sexton Pond Dispersed

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

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

    5. Alazan Bayou

    1 Review
    Nacogdoches, TX
    38 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."

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near San Augustine, TX

8 Reviews of 5 San Augustine 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.

  • 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

  • Analia F.
    Oct. 10, 2018

    Brookeland / Lake Sam Rayburn KOA

    Loved being by the water

    If you want to escape the hot summer in Texas, I would recommend coming to Brookeland Campground because there is a beautiful lake nearby. My cousins and I took a trip to this campground to enjoy the lake, hiking and of course the outdoors. We brought a 6 person tent, and this fit comfortably in our campsite. There is also a fire ring and table within your site as well. There is only 1 bathroom within the campground, or at least what we could find. It was a porta-potty style, and smelt so bad. Not sure how often they clean it, but it was pretty bad (especially with the heat....made it worse!). Thankfully we came prepared and brought our own toilet paper, because by the 2nd night we were there, there was no toilet paper in the bathroom. We heard a few people complain about this. Although the bathroom was gross, the rest of the campground was pretty clean. There are dumpsters as you leave, so please make sure to clean up after yourselves. We enjoyed hiking in the morning, and then playing in the lake mid morning-afternoon. There were tons of people swimming, boating, tubing, kayaking and stand up paddle boarding. It was a blast, and perfect for the hot weather. Definitely bring bug spray because there were so many mosquitos near the campground. I left with a few pretty big welts. I would definitely come back to this campground! Recommend.

  • K
    Aug. 20, 2022

    Brookeland / Lake Sam Rayburn KOA

    Nice wilderness Koa

    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. We were given a tour of the property via golf cart. The property is spread out. We stayed at a site with raised concrete pads. This place is not parking lot camping.

  • Yasmin S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 4, 2024

    Sexton Pond Dispersed

    Sexton Pond.

    If looking to be near a campground but still out on your own then this is the place. I got lucky enough had the place to myself for almost 2 weeks, give or take the few groups that tried to tough the biting fish. I will share a tip. They seem to sit dormant at 10pm and 3am for a hour each. No biting. Please clean behind as you found it.

  • Robert W.
    Jun. 6, 2018

    Ebenezer Park

    Smalller camp ground but nice and quiet

    Swimming area is designated but kind of hard to get to

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 24, 2025

    Sexton Pond Dispersed

    Great spot

    Down a hard packed gravel road. A few potholes but nothing major. Nice spot in the trees. There are a few fire pits spread out. We were the only ones here.


Guide to San Augustine

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

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • At Boles Field Campground, visitors can enjoy scenic trails perfect for horseback riding through the beautiful Sabine National Forest.

Equestrian campgrounds include essential amenities

  • Ebenezer Park features spacious tent sites and is designed with equestrian needs in mind, providing ample room for both campers and their horses.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like picnic areas

  • Alazan Bayou offers well-kept sites with picnic tables and fire rings, making it a great spot for horse campers looking to relax after a day of riding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near San Augustine, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near San Augustine, TX is Brookeland / Lake Sam Rayburn KOA with a 4-star rating from 2 reviews.

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