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Double C Horse and Rider Campground at Camp Creek State Park in West Virginia offers primitive equestrian camping within the 6,000-acre state park and forest. Sites accommodate tents with ample space for horse trailers, though amenities are limited with no electric hookups, drinking water, or restroom facilities on-site. The campground features 2, 4, or 6 horse occupancy sites, allowing riders to keep their animals close to their camping area. Located just off Interstate 77 at exit 20, the campground provides convenient access for horse owners traveling through the Bluefield region. Trail riders often note the campground's strategic position for accessing the park's 33-mile trail network loaded with spring wildflowers.
Fox Creek Horse Camp in Virginia accommodates equestrians with basic amenities including hitching posts at each campsite, picnic tables, fire rings, and dedicated manure collection areas. Located along Highway 16 near Marion, the campground connects directly to the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail and links to a wider network of multi-use trails throughout the region. At $5 per night, the affordability attracts riders looking for economical horse camping options. The campground operates seasonally from April 1 through December 31. Portable toilets are available, but campers must bring their own water, as the site does not provide potable water. For additional services, equestrians typically travel approximately 15 minutes to Hurricane Campground for showers and water access.
"Camp Creek State Park is well-managed and beautifully-maintained with an active foundation that raises money for cool stuff like the conversation fire pit with swings, located in the Mash Fork Campground"
"This was a convienent campground right off the highway, easy to get to, small but has a few full hookup sites."
"Other than the bear hunting that went on, was scary..this is a peaceful spot to reset with plenty of hiking trails right next to the creek."
"Trails were well maintained & short walk down to the river. Would definitely stay again!"
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"Tho, no immediate fresh water pumps, walking distance water access for horses and dogs. As well as bathing down from the campgrounds. Creak water. Very spacious and scenic."
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"We don't have horses so I wouldn't stay here when it is full. For us it is great as a cheap stop if we are traveling through the area at the right time."
"With a wide network of multi-use trails in this area, Fox Creek Horse Camp provides a nice base for exploring on horseback. Sites have a gravel/grass pads, picnic table, and fire ring."
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Check Availability"This equestrian campground in a beautiful state forest allows for other campers to make reservations no more than 30 days in advance; priority is for campers with horses."
"We camped at an equestrian campgrounds, chestnut ridge perhaps? Saw a Family of black bear about a mile from camp then a bobcat in camp later that day!"
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LegendI loved my experience. I got spot 6 which back right next to a creek. It was really peaceful. The shower facilities were clean though did smell a bit like mildew. There was no signal in the park itself but signal really close by incase of emergency.
TravelerThere are multiple sites for camping rvs if you are set up for boondocking.
GuideTho, no immediate fresh water pumps, walking distance water access for horses and dogs. As well as bathing down from the campgrounds. Creak water. Very spacious and scenic. The trails are near and beautiful. Lovely for horseback riding or hiking, or just tent camping. Latrine are located at campground, walking distance.
LegendThis is a neat campground. We camp in the area a lot and this campground is either completely empty or totally full. We have stayed here a couple of times when it was empty. We don't have horses so I wouldn't stay here when it is full. For us it is great as a cheap stop if we are traveling through the area at the right time. A nice creek goes through the campground that is right on the highway, so we usually stay in the back to get away from the road noise. Not that there is much traffic in the area at night.
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GuideWe stayed a week. Truly peaceful. There's alot of traffic from locals and wellness checks by law enforcement. Your truly looked after! Other than the bear hunting that went on, was scary..this is a peaceful spot to reset with plenty of hiking trails right next to the creek.
LegendGeneral: Mash Fork is one of three campgrounds at Camp Creek State Park and is the developed one. It is small (18 sites) with a mix of 30-amp, 30-amp with water, 50-amp with water and electric, and FHU sites.
Site Quality: All camper pads are paved, have a generous camper pad length, and most are spread a decent amount of space apart.
Bath/Shower House: was very clean. Instant hot water was appreciated at the tap (it was in the 30s when we were there in mid-October) Hooks and shelves for toiletries were appreciated. Did not use the shower.
Activities/Amenities: Playground, basketball, volleyball, laundry (but there was water on the floor so not sure if there was a leak), several hiking trails including trails to two waterfalls, and an ADA-accessible short trail. The waterfalls were very sparse when we were there so not sure about other times of the year. There is an office with a small store.
This was only an overnight stay for us but very enjoyable. We'd definitely come back.
ScoutStopped here for a quick overnight and this beautiful campground had us wishing we could stay longer.
ScoutCute place off the freeway with water access and a playground, 6 mile hiking trail to waterfall and not far from town. There is a train station nearby and the trains are loud. They come by every now and then night and day, they do live music some nights and church gatherings where a man basically yells all night long. Lots of freeway noise so the nightly fee is kinda stupid considering you won't get any sleep if you stay here. The river is super planted so I wouldn't swim here either sadly.. and the showers have NO water presser yet you gotta pay for a bathroom key otherwise there's porta-potties by the dumpster.
LegendPassed thru found it. Looks remarkable and remote. 5.00 or less with pass
Equestrian camping near Bluefield, Virginia offers direct access to extensive trail systems in both Virginia and West Virginia. The region sits at the border of the two states within the Appalachian Mountains, with elevations ranging between 2,000-4,000 feet. Most horse-friendly campgrounds in this area operate seasonally from April through November, with some closing during winter months due to mountain road conditions.
Trail riding with mountain views: At Mash Fork Campground, riders can access multiple hiking trails including paths to two waterfalls. One camper notes, "The hiking is difficult in some areas but spectacularly beautiful." This campground connects to a network of trails throughout Camp Creek State Park.
Visit seasonal waterfalls: Camp Creek State Park features accessible waterfalls near riding trails. A visitor shared, "The waterfalls were very sparse when we were there so not sure about other times of the year." Water flow varies significantly by season, with spring typically offering the strongest flows.
Wildlife observation: Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground provides opportunities for viewing diverse wildlife. A camper reported, "Saw a Family of black bear about a mile from camp then a bobcat in camp later that day!" The park also features its own wild pony population on Wilburn Ridge.
Creek-side camping: Several campsites at Mash Fork Campground back up to flowing water. One visitor explained, "We were in site number eight, it backed up to the creek and was quite private with the exception of the trail on the other side of the creek."
Multi-day trail access: Fox Creek Horse Camp connects directly to the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail network. According to a reviewer, "With a wide network of multi-use trails in this area, Fox Creek Horse Camp provides a nice base for exploring on horseback."
Economical horse camping options: Horse-specific campgrounds offer significant value. A camper at Fox Creek Horse Camp mentioned, "At $5/night, it's hard to beat the price." Most equestrian sites in the region provide basic amenities at lower costs than standard campgrounds.
Primitive facilities at horse camps: Most equestrian-specific sites offer minimal amenities. A visitor to Fox Creek Horse Camp advised, "Campers are frequently referred to Grindstone campground for potable water and showers, but as of 2021... plan to travel about 15 minutes to Hurricane Campground instead."
Seasonal bathroom availability: Facility access varies by season at many campgrounds. One Mash Fork camper reported, "We were told there was one open bathroom however it was not made clear this was 1-2 miles away which was not exactly convenient."
Campground size considerations: Old Virginia Group Horse Camp provides larger spaces for equestrian groups. A reviewer noted, "There's enough space for a number of trailers, including large ones, and up to 25 horses. There's a fair amount of grassy area and it's lined with rhododendron."
Weather preparation: Mountain conditions can change rapidly. A visitor to Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground advised, "This place is by far the windiest place I've ever camped in. We couldn't get a proper fire started due to the wind! The windchill was a serious issue for some in our group so bring lots of layers and gloves."
Playground access: Camp Creek State Park offers family-friendly amenities. A camper at Mash Fork mentioned, "Playground, basketball, volleyball, laundry... several hiking trails including trails to two waterfalls, and an ADA-accessible short trail."
Wildlife safety: Glen Lyn Town Park & Campground provides water access for recreation, but requires supervision. A visitor warned about ambient noise, reporting "There is a train station nearby and the trains are loud. They come by every now and then night and day."
Campsite selection for horses: Look for sites with appropriate space for trailers. At Chestnut Hollow Horse Campground, a camper described, "The campsites are back-in along a single spur with turn-around at the end... Sites are long, gravel, relatively level with water/electric."
Firewood availability: Some campgrounds offer convenient firewood service. A Mash Fork visitor mentioned, "Firewood is available and they deliver it to your site. The bundles are quite generous in size."
Noise considerations: Highway proximity affects some campgrounds. A visitor to Camp Creek State Park stated, "Just off I-77, but the interstate is barely audible from this great no-frills campground."
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Bluefield, VA is Mash Fork Campground — Camp Creek State Park with a 4.6-star rating from 17 reviews.
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