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Best Equestrian Camping near Von Ormy, TX

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Horse camping options are limited around Von Ormy, Texas, with most nearby campgrounds lacking dedicated equestrian facilities. Alamo River RV Ranch Resort & Campground in Von Ormy accepts horses but reviews indicate horse excrement has been an issue for some visitors. The property features tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin accommodations with water access and trails, though no dedicated horse corrals are available. Most campers need to make their own arrangements for containing and managing their horses during their stay.

Hill Country State Natural Area in Bandera offers more extensive equestrian opportunities approximately 40 miles northwest of Von Ormy. The natural area maintains numerous multi-use trails suitable for horseback riding through varied terrain. Primitive camping and basic facilities are available, making it popular with trail riders who bring their own horses. The park is primarily designed for equestrian use with trail systems that accommodate riders of various experience levels, though reviews mention that some trails may be challenging for hikers when shared with horses. Reservations are recommended, particularly during peak seasons when horse camping sites can fill quickly.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Von Ormy, Texas (6)

    1. Alamo River RV Ranch Resort & Campground

    10 Reviews
    Von Ormy, TX
    1 mile
    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. Hill Country State Natural Area

    5 Reviews
    Bandera, TX
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 796-4413

    "There were quite a few trail systems closed that day due to the weather, but even with the limitations we were able to hike a good variety of trail."

    "Located in the hills about 10 miles from Bandera, TX, this campground is the perfect place to disconnect (you won’t get signal anyways) and hike, run or horseback ride through a plethora of trails."

    3. Bandera Pioneer RV River Resort

    3 Reviews
    Bandera, TX
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 796-3751

    $45 - $60 / night

    "Right in the action of Bandera, Texas. Park your RV and within walking distance of Main Street. Very friendly staff and patrons and the area is clean. Large pool for kids and has river access."

    "This park is handy if you want to walk to events, restaurants, bars, shopping on Main Street or to City Park. Friendly staff (and they're dog friendly too)."

    4. COE Canyon Lake Canyon Park

    7 Reviews
    Canyon Lake, TX
    49 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 ."

    5. Lightning Ranch RV Park

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

    $35 / night

    6. Cowboy Capital RV Park & Campground

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    Bandera, TX
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (832) 535-4840
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22 Reviews of 6 Von Ormy 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.

  • Red S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 8, 2025

    Hill Country State Natural Area

    I didn't stay there

    I was planning on staying there, but it is basically an equestrian state park. You can camp there, but there's not electrical and water hook ups. It's mostly tent camping. The staff was very friendly. I went to visit there just to see what it was about. If you're a hiker, there's hiking trails, so you'll enjoy that.

  • Ronnie M.
    Oct. 10, 2018

    Hill Country State Natural Area

    True Hill Country Experience

    The campsites were spacious and there were quite a few options. There were quite a few trail systems closed that day due to the weather, but even with the limitations we were able to hike a good variety of trail. Be sure to get the info packet on the trails so that you don't find yourself hiking the equestrian trails as they can be a little rough for hikers. Be sure to hike to the top of the hill and enjoy a coffee on the bench - amazing view of the hill country!

  • Brittney W.
    Jan. 17, 2021

    Bandera Pioneer RV River Resort

    Beautiful Sunsets!

    Right in the action of Bandera, Texas. Park your RV and within walking distance of Main Street. Very friendly staff and patrons and the area is clean. Large pool for kids and has river access.

  • Megan E.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 28, 2019

    Hill Country State Natural Area

    A hiker/ trail runner paradise

    Located in the hills about 10 miles from Bandera, TX, this campground is the perfect place to disconnect (you won’t get signal anyways) and hike, run or horseback ride through a plethora of trails.

    Hookups are available for campers or a 2-3 mile hike can get you to a primitive site. Group sites are available to rent. This area of Texas gets hot so bring plenty of water. Watch for wildlife.

    I would recommend checking their  Facebook page if it has recently rained to see the status of the park and trails. Occasionally the park or some trails will close if the risk of damage to the natural area is high.

  • Denise V.
    Apr. 2, 2022

    Bandera Pioneer RV River Resort

    Walking Distance to Main Street Bandera / City Park

    Not my first trip here. This park is handy if you want to walk to events, restaurants, bars, shopping on Main Street or to City Park. Friendly staff (and they're dog friendly too).

    Type of Park: Private 

    Check In: 1p Check Out: 12p 

    Length of Stay: 3 Nights 

    Regular cost per night $38, Discounts: Good Sam $11.40

    My Total Cost 💲102.60

    📋 Site#133 Notes:

    Back In, lower level, site was very level side-to-side 

    Site Pad: gravel

    💧 Water- knee height, wrapped with insulation due to cold weather

    ⚡ Max amp: 30- all green lights

    💩 Sewer- threads a little stripped out

    📶 Wifi available, but I didn't use it 

    Picnic Table: wooden 

    Was a little farther from the highway than my last stay. A little quieter on this end.

    👎🏻 Not available: 

    Grill Fire 

    Ring w/Grate

    📺 Cable available on upper pull-thru spots only

    📝 Park Notes:

    🚻 Clean Restrooms

    🚿 Showers

    🧺 Laundry facility

    🐕 Off-leash dog park

    🛒 Store

    🚶🏻‍♀️ Trails- walking trail along the river, wide enough for golf carts

    🌊 The Medina River runs along the edge of the park, Walk under Hwy173 to access City Park. 

    🤿 Pool

    .🏚 Cabins

    Boondocking area available

    🥞 Good breakfast in the Recreation Center for just$6.50 on Saturdays when snowbirds are there. Pancakes, eggs, toast or roll, sausage patties, coffee, orange juice and all the condiments.(Should have done this on my last trip) 

    Many of the snowbirds have flown out, but the park was still pretty full 

    👍🏻 Walking distance to Main Street- bars, shops, food, entertainment, Visitor's center (Gunfights on Saturdays)

    🦌 Wildlife: Several ducks, squirrels, signs of deer

  • 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!

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