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Several horse-friendly campgrounds near Wills Point, Texas offer equestrian facilities for trail riders. East Fork Park Campground on Lake Lavon includes a dedicated area with equestrian sites where campers have kept tents in the horse stables during questionable weather. COE Lavon Lake Lavonia also accommodates horses with stables accessible to campers. Both parks provide water and electric hookups, with Lavonia offering full hookups including sewer connections. The sites at these Corps of Engineers parks are well-spaced, providing ample room for horse trailers. Campers report the grass is sometimes overgrown, which can affect comfort when moving between facilities. Camping photos and user guides for Wills Point, Texas are available on The Dyrt.
Rockin Bar B Ranch offers a more natural setting for horse camping with four primitive sites in a private environment. Cooper Lake State Park's South Sulphur Unit features the Deer Haven Campground with equestrian sites connected to riding trails. The parks provide access to lake views and wooded areas where wildlife is commonly spotted. Trails vary in condition depending on recent rainfall, and some fishing platforms at Lavonia are in disrepair. Most equestrian campgrounds in the area require reservations, with gates at East Fork Park locking from 10PM to 6AM, requiring planning for those returning to camp after hours. Despite some maintenance issues, these campgrounds provide essential amenities for horse owners seeking overnight accommodations while trail riding.
"We had a nice view of Lake Lavon. Grills and tables vary by site, some are very old, but many have been replaced."
"I avoided any rough spots in the road and arrived at a LONG and roomie site with a beautiful view of the lake."
from $14 - $150 / night
Check Availability"Nothing to knock you socks off, but it’s a great campsite close to home and nice for a quick getaway. Has the feel of being somewhat remote since it’s out by the lake."
"Doesn’t have a lot of bells and whistles but does have sewer, lake views, wide open spaces, and clean! Great food places nearby."
from $14 - $30 / night
Check Availability"It’s under a 2 hour drive from the DFW area so, I find it’s a nice weekend getaway. I camped here on a Sunday to Monday and it was very quiet."
"Cooper Lake feels secluded. Lots of trees with a beautiful lake and well maintained hiking trails. It’s close enough to the Dallas area to be convenient, but never feels crowded."
from $25 - $50 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $105 / night
Check Availability"Lots of room to walk the dog. Great atmosphere"
"Near Ennis, TX. Convenience stores, etc 4-6 miles away. Covered picnic table. Large combined family (private) restroom / shower."
"My only complaint is that access to the lake is limited to a few campsites and a day use area that could easily be overwhelmed on a busy day."
"It was spacious and felt very private even though we knew there were other campsites close by. The site was also pretty level."
from $30 - $60 / night
Check Availability"We stayed in campsite 29 which is kind of elevated a bit and we had a great view of the lake. Even tho it rained quite a bit we still enjoyed ourselves."
"Very pretty lake views and tons of grass. My dog loved going for runs through the grass (while on her leash). They had some showers and toilets working again when I went. Hot water was very nice!"
from $28 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Nice equestrian/pedestrian trails. Clean and well-maintained restroom/shower facility as you come into this campground. The rangers made their rounds at least twice a day."
from $25 - $50 / night
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TravelerEquestrian trail and boat launch. This is big parking lot for a boat launch on Lake Lavon and a large Equestrian trail. No camping sites but we have done a picnic here. It’s a few minutes from our home.
TravelerNothing to knock you socks off, but it’s a great campsite close to home and nice for a quick getaway. Has the feel of being somewhat remote since it’s out by the lake.
We’ve camped in the site with the horse stables and put the tents with questionable rain flys in the horse stable.
GuideI found this park to be maintained poorly. The sites are close together with little shade and are all in a big, level circle with limited to no view of the lake itself. When we were there the grass was at least a foot high, creating no play space for the kids in the ample open areas. There is an area with equestrian sites. Overall, it seems more of a day-use, non-appealing area.
RangerWe camped for 2 weeks in this campground, site 111, and with the exception of Labor Day weekend, we had the entire campground mostly to ourselves! Shady, large sites with electric and water. Large area in the middle of the campground with lovely trees and a few picnic tables. Nice equestrian/pedestrian trails. Clean and well-maintained restroom/shower facility as you come into this campground. The rangers made their rounds at least twice a day.
GuideThe Good, level, spacious campsites with an awning over the picnic table. Great lay out for campsites. The Lake Lavon was beautiful. The not so good, the restrooms were old and not well kept up. They were not heated which probably doesn't matter most of the time in Texas but when we were there it was 20 degrees. Secondly there is dog poop everywhere, it seems that every time I stepped off of the pavement I had to clean dog crap out of my shoes.
GuideI wish I could rate this campground higher because it was so peaceful with quite a bit of bushy vegetation to provide a small measure of privacy between sites. This is as close to nature as one can get in a campground! There was poison ivy on the trees next to us and in the mowed ground around the campsite. There were so many butterflies, flies, and other flying insects on the sunny side of our RV that it made entering and exiting through the sliding door very difficult. And, the ANTS! After one night in our site, the ants had formed an active trail to the top of our RV. Consequently, we had ants inside the RV!
The roads inside the campground need to be repaved.
The camp host and the park ranger were both very friendly and informative.
LegendThe South Sulphur campground is about half an hour north of Interstate 30. It’s under a 2 hour drive from the DFW area so, I find it’s a nice weekend getaway. I camped here on a Sunday to Monday and it was very quiet. I was one of only 5 campers in the Deer Haven section (aside from the 3 camp hosts). I’m giving the park 5 stars but this is based on my experience of having camped here when there were few campers around. I image this place could be loud and busy on a weekend.
There are many shaded lakeside sites in the Deer Haven section. I stayed at site 68. The site was on a cul de sac so there was no campground to the one side. However, the site located on the other side was close. This would be a great spot for 2 camping families to share. The concrete pad at site 68 was level and shaded by a beautiful, mature oak tree. I could walk from the pad to the lake. It would be a great site to put out a kayak, but unfortunately the weather didn’t cooperate on my stay. So I didn’t get to kayak. I did see deer who ventured in from the wooded area next to the campsite. Deer Haven lived up to its name!
Electric and water hookups were good as were the restroom/shower facilities, which seemed climate controlled because it felt cooler and less humid inside than outside. This usually isn’t the case in these buildings.
A big storm blew in around dinner time. The wind was fierce and blowing out of the north across the almost 20,000 acre lake! I actually called the ranger to find out if I needed to evacuate. The ranger was very responsive and reassuring. Luckily, there were no tornados warnings, so I weathered out the storm and woke to a beautiful crisp morning.
This park is huge and there is much to do. Cabins, shelters, primitive walk in sites, equine sites, a beach, several boat ramps, hiking trails, playgrounds and a fishing pier. I didn’t get to see a fraction of it, but I’ll be returning.
I stopped in the town of Sulphur Springs on my way back to DFW. The town has a nice historic town square and makes for an interesting side stop.
ScoutI went for a weekend with the family to tent camp. It was our first time there. We found the staff to be extremely friendly and helpful, the whole park was well-kept and the facilities were clean.
My only complaint is that access to the lake is limited to a few campsites and a day use area that could easily be overwhelmed on a busy day. The paths to the lake in the camping areas pass directly through individual campsites, so we didn't feel comfortable walking through those areas.
LegendRV sites have water and 50/30 amp electric and there are 12 tent sites. We had a nice view of Lake Lavon. Grills and tables vary by site, some are very old, but many have been replaced. There are trees- some large enough to provide some shade if desired, but most small enough to allow satellite reception. The sites are well spaced and are"mostly" paved with aging asphalt. The roads are in need of repair, with numerous potholes, some very large, but the attendant did say that the park was on the CoEs list for repairs. There is a dump station just outside the entrance. The entry gate is locked from 10PM to 6AM, so plan accordingly if leaving the park, lest you park outside and walk back to your site. Overall, this is a good value, and one of the few non-RV park options in the greater Dallas area.
The Wills Point area in northeast Texas offers equestrian camping options around several lakes within an hour's drive. Located in the Post Oak Savannah ecological region at approximately 500 feet elevation, these horse campgrounds near Wills Point feature a mix of wooded areas and open grasslands. Weather can change quickly, with summer temperatures often exceeding 95°F and occasional flooding in spring affecting trail conditions.
Lake swimming and fishing: Both Highview Park and High View campgrounds on Lake Bardwell provide water access for summer recreation. "Very pretty lake views and tons of grass. My dog loved going for runs through the grass (while on her leash)," notes a camper at High View. The swimming areas are maintained for family use.
Wildlife viewing: Cooper Lake State Park's South Sulphur Unit offers encounters with local wildlife. "I did see deer who ventured in from the wooded area next to the campsite. Deer Haven lived up to its name!" writes a visitor at Deer Haven Campground. Trails are well-maintained with opportunities to spot armadillos and various bird species.
Boating and kayaking: Lake access varies by campground, with some sites providing direct water entry. A camper at Deer Haven mentioned, "The site was on a cul de sac so there was no campground to the one side. I could walk from the pad to the lake. It would be a great site to put out a kayak."
Spacious sites: Many equestrian camping areas offer well-spaced sites. At East Fork Park Campground, "There is plenty of space between sites, but no trees so not a lot of privacy. The sites are well spaced and are 'mostly' paved with aging asphalt." This spacing allows room for horse trailers.
Natural setting: Primitive camping options provide a more secluded experience. "Very private and natural setting," reports a camper at Rockin Bar B Ranch, which offers just four sites in a more remote environment than the larger parks.
Lake views: Most equestrian campgrounds feature water vistas. At Lavonia on Lake Lavon, a reviewer observed, "Every single site has a unique view of the lake, even those high up on the circular arrangement." Sunset views are particularly noted at several locations.
Gate hours: Several parks enforce strict entry times. At Highview Park, a camper warns, "When we arrived at 11pm the gates were locked with no one in site. Was supposed to be a one night stopover with a morning swim. Ended up at the rest stop instead."
Facility condition: Maintenance varies across equestrian campgrounds. "The bathrooms could use some work but they do keep them clean," notes a visitor at Bright Star Campground. Trails and access points may be affected by weather conditions.
Reservation requirements: Most equestrian campgrounds require advance booking, especially during peak seasons. Site availability is limited at smaller locations like Rockin Bar B Ranch, which has only four primitive sites.
Beach access: Some parks offer designated swimming areas for children. A camper at High View notes, "We stayed in campsite 29 which is kind of elevated a bit and we had a great view of the lake. Local sheriff's department and park ranger made several trips through the park which made it feel secure."
Security considerations: Regular patrols provide peace of mind for families with children. "The park host is extremely nice and helpful," shares a visitor at Lavonia, indicating the presence of staff support for campers with questions or concerns.
Limited amenities: Not all campgrounds offer full facilities for children. "Activities: looking at the lake, bringing a boat to put in the lake, fishing. Seemingly nothing else to do," reports a tent camper at Lavon Lake Lavonia, suggesting families should bring their own entertainment.
Site leveling: Many pads require adjustment for comfortable RV parking. At East Fork Park, an RVer notes, "The pad has definitely broken up over time and isn't level. The fire pit is also sitting at an angle." Bring leveling blocks and chocks.
Electric considerations: Power options vary between parks. A long-term RVer mentions, "The Electrical hookups were properly wired. I backed in and used my extension power cord because the box was located midway from the rear. Since the space was so long... I could have pulled up a bit."
Proximity to supplies: Most horse campgrounds near Wills Point are within reasonable driving distance of towns for resupply. "It's close to town just in case you need to make a quick trip for something," shares a camper about East Fork Park, noting the convenience for extended stays.
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