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Best Equestrian Camping near Brambleton, VA

121 Reviews

Fort Valley Ranch stands out among the limited equestrian-friendly campgrounds near Brambleton, Virginia. The property features electric hookups with both 30 and 50 amp service for RV campers while accommodating tent and cabin stays as well. Parking for horse trailers is available with 45 designated campsites spread throughout the grounds. Water access points are positioned strategically for horse hydration needs. Though no dedicated horse corrals appear in the facility listings, the ranch is designed with equestrians in mind, offering drinking water, shower facilities, and restrooms for riders. Sites include fire rings with firewood available for purchase on-site. The campground enforces a clean-up policy for horse waste to maintain environmental standards.

The ranch provides direct access to riding trails that connect to the broader George Washington National Forest trail system. Riders can access varied terrain suitable for different experience levels, from gentle valley paths to more challenging mountain routes. Water crossings are accessible during most seasons, though trail conditions vary with weather. The property's location provides convenient proximity to additional trail systems in the Shenandoah region. Trail maps are available at check-in, detailing routes appropriate for day rides from the campground. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak riding seasons from spring through fall. The relatively remote location offers a quieter experience than campgrounds closer to Northern Virginia population centers, making it suitable for horses that prefer calmer surroundings.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Brambleton, Virginia (10)

    1. Bull Run Regional Park

    42 Reviews
    Iron Gate, VA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 631-0550

    $34 - $90 / night

    "We have lived in northern Virginia for over 30 years and never been to this campground until this month! Very nice campground with friendly staff and friendly campground hosts."

    "History buffs will like to explore the park surrounding the campground. Fun little water park within walking distance of all campsites that was great for kids."

    2. Pohick Bay Campground

    38 Reviews
    Lorton, VA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 339-6104

    $33 - $150 / night

    "We have been camping here for nearly 20 years. Each military tour brought us back to this area so Pohick became our second home. Our kids kayak now older but used to walk the trails as little kids."

    "Pohick Bay Campground in Virginia offers a peaceful escape with beautiful views and a variety of outdoor activities like hiking and fishing. It's an ideal spot for families and nature lovers."

    3. Cedarville State Forest

    17 Reviews
    Brandywine, MD
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 888-1410

    $30 / night

    "We picked up the camping registration outside the office at the entrance, no need to speak with anyone. Then we just drove down to our campsite in the family camping loop."

    "There are some abandon camp loops around the open campground which makes for some cool walks with your dog. Very pretty area with lots of trails and overgrown roads to walk."

    4. Lichtman Camp 1 — Prince William Forest Park

    1 Review
    Prince William Forest Park, VA
    28 miles
    Website

    5. The Cove Campground

    15 Reviews
    High View, WV
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 858-2882

    "Several rustic campsites with a large lake for the kids, and miles of off road trails for atvs, jeeps, and dirtbikes."

    "The road is gravel and could use some work, I’d recommend 4x4 drive. We really enjoyed it and will go back. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5, water situation and the roads could use some work."

    6. Camp Winery

    1 Review
    Libertytown, MD
    36 miles
    +1 (240) 674-1702

    "Close to many cool things in the area too"

    7. Andrews AFB Military FamCamp

    2 Reviews
    Clinton, MD
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 981-4109

    $18 - $30 / night

    8. Camp Meade RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Odenton, MD
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 722-4237

    9. Fort Valley Ranch

    1 Review
    Woodstock, VA
    49 miles
    Website

    $30 - $45 / night

    "We recently stayed at Fort Valley Ranch Campground, near Luray, VA and I can only say good things about our experience and the FVR's management."

    10. Finksburg Forest

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    Finksburg, MD
    48 miles
    Website

    $22 - $100 / night

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Brambleton, VA

121 Reviews of 10 Brambleton Campgrounds

  • R
    Oct. 4, 2021

    Cedarville State Forest

    Peaceful

    We picked up the camping registration outside the office at the entrance, no need to speak with anyone. Then we just drove down to our campsite in the family camping loop. We could hear and smell horses when we got to our campsite, but it didn't last forever. 

    The site was mostly clean, had a few pieces of small trash scattered around when we arrived. The sites were decently spaced out from one another, it didn't feel like we were right on top of the people across and next to us. Our site was close to the restroom, it had a little path leading to the restroom, and it looked like there was little trail paths all around leading to the restrooms from the different parts of the loop. The path leading to the restroom from our site was gravel and easy to walk on. The restrooms were clean, but the floor was wet almost the entire time we were there (likely due to the showers).

    If you need to buy wood it is $5 for 8 pieces and you call a number given to you in your registration packet. The ranger will then drive by and drop off the wood at your campsite. The inner ring of this loop has electricity, and the electric box was just on the far side of the picnic table in the corner.

  • Ben J.
    Aug. 31, 2019

    Cedarville State Forest

    Pretty cool for so close to DC

    Saw a snake, alligator snapping turtle, and rabbits, before we even reached the gates. Moderate privacy and space, especially considering how close it is to DC. There are some abandon camp loops around the open campground which makes for some cool walks with your dog. Very pretty area with lots of trails and overgrown roads to walk. Equestrian trails go deep into the woods if you want a longer trail. Bathrooms don’t look like much from the outside, but the inside is very nice. Clean, hot water, and good water pressure. The have a new dump station, but the hose has an anti-freeze up in the air with a pull cord valve. This means every time you pull to turn the water on, you get a shower. It was hot, so it was OK. Hahaha. They sell firewood, but they were huge pieces and getting them to start burning was tough. LOTS and LOTS of ticks. I got one, but my wife and dog got about a dozen each. Just bring tweezers. Each site had picnic table, fire ring, and pretty level parking spot.

  • Kasey M.
    Aug. 26, 2020

    Cedarville State Forest

    Mosquitos, Overgrown & Quiet

    We chose this campground based on proximity to work. This campground was priced fairly, however, it does come with its downfalls.

    PROS

    Let me start with the positive, we were 1 of 3 campers in this loop during our week-long stay. This made it peaceful and quiet. 

    CONS

    It's close to a Naval base, and therefore you constantly hear airplanes, and helicopters at all times. 

    Other than the daily bathroom cleaning, this campground lacks maintenance on sites and walkways. They are both overgrown. 

    Playground, fishing, archery all seem blocked off at this time. 

    Trails seem open but are across and through hunting areas. They are also muddy from the rain. There is even standing water around our site which brings us to...the MOSQUITOS! We tried fans, tiki torches, and many deet free or light deet products before having to buy 100% deet so we could be outside. These things are awful!

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 29, 2024

    Pohick Bay Campground

    Good trip

    We have been camping here for nearly 20 years. Each military tour brought us back to this area so Pohick became our second home. Our kids kayak now older but used to walk the trails as little kids. The waterpark is new and loud so we avoid but nice if you have young kids. Careful low bridge on Route 1 exit ramp little warning when taking ramp off I95. Go around to next exit. The check in at the cap store is crowded and narrow even with renovations but our 34 ft makes it okay. Bring bikes. Long bike trail along road. Farmers markets in Lorton and things to do in DC. Park at Huntington or Springfield metro. Short boat ride straight across from Ft Belvoir new family campground. Ice cream shop in season by water docks. Bathrooms clean always hot water three stalls each. Sink outside for dishes. Playground buts up against inner circle which are the only sewer sites. Others are electric water. Careful some near steep drop off. Stick to main road or inner circle or first circle if in big unit. Must go round circle to get to those spots which can be annoying. Two speed bumps. Camp store sells smores ingredients, limited candy, no eggs or bacon get those off Rte 1. Past entrance on Rte 1 is a Food Lion, McDonalds. Gas stations along Rte one are tight so fill up before exiting to campground. If you are desperate there is gas 7/11 at corner of Pohick and Rte 1 but its sketchy. Up the road off Rte 1 is Fort Belvoir Access w a drivers license however cant shop without military sponsored ID. Great bbq at Telegraph Rd and greek at Olympians family restaurant. Movie theater on Telegraph is nice. Springfield Mall close. Take Onville Rd which is a backroad by Pohick Church to shortcut to Rte 1. Pohick Rd past camping turn deadends into private neighborhood. Do not pass camp entrance. Hard to turn around if you do. Near End of Pohick is a small walk with overlook. See birds at point. Drive a car not RV. Park at lot on right before road split deadend. Gunston Hall on left can see from campground and water. Tours are nice.

  • N
    Feb. 19, 2020

    The Cove Campground

    Beautiful nature. Not so beautiful bathrooms.

    Pros: Very friendly and accommodating staff. We camped in October and we had pretty much the entire place to ourselves. Beautiful lake and overall picturesque setting. Free range, friendly goats wander around, which is kinda fun. Cons: WiFi signal weak and intermittent, even close to router. We camped in sites with hookups near office and entrance and the toilets are really far. The showers are even farther-like a 15-20 minute walk with bad signage directing to. The view from the showers were breathtaking, but the showers themselves left much to be desired. We had told they had just been cleaned, but they were so old and rust stained that it still felt kinda gross. Cobwebs along ceiling, dim lighting and worn paint added to the overall dinginess. There are no hooks to hang a towel and no shower curtain, wall or door so the bench with my clothes and towel got wet as did the floor, so you step out of shower into a puddle.

  • Anne K.
    Apr. 26, 2020

    Bull Run Regional Park

    Typical

    Lots of trees to protect from hot Virginia sun

    Woke up to sounds from gun range.

  • dito S.
    Oct. 17, 2024

    Pohick Bay Campground

    Pohick Bay Campground

    Pohick Bay Campground in Virginia offers a peaceful escape with beautiful views and a variety of outdoor activities like hiking and fishing. It's an ideal spot for families and nature lovers. Don’t forget to register dito sim to stay connected during your visit!

  • Kelsey K.
    Jul. 4, 2021

    Pohick Bay Campground

    Family oriented, but super close and not private

    Initially disappointed by the tiny spot we got, but we were able to move. Majority of the spots are extremely close to the next and doesn't allow much privacy. Very few trees in between. We chose another spot that was available, however, we found out the first night that there is a boat area and bright light all night right behind us and the light came through the tent. Another dissapointment. We camped in a tent and did 3 nights, 4 days. (4th of July weekend) We loved the family friendliness that allowed us to walk right down the street/trail to take our kids to the water park. They give you a discounted price if you are camping. They also have mini golf and disc golf near by as well. If we come again, we will definitely be more particular about our spot. They also had bathrooms and showers not to far from our spot that were actually clean.

  • Jenifer K.
    May. 11, 2019

    Pohick Bay Campground

    Woods and City

    We stayed here for 3 nights at a back in with w/e. We enjoyed sitting around the campfire at night and walking the dogs down to the water. We were right next to a hiking trail that went down to the water and a beach area. We were working in Arlington/DC only a 25 min drive away and it was nice to come home to some nature.

Guide to Brambleton

Horse camping in Virginia offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and equestrian enjoyment, perfect for those looking to explore the scenic landscapes with their horses.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like spacious sites and electric hookups

  • Bull Run Regional Park features reservable sites with electric hookups, making it convenient for equestrian campers.
  • Fort Valley Ranch provides well-maintained sites near stables, ensuring easy access for horse owners.
  • Pohick Bay Campground offers a variety of accommodations, including options for horse camping, with ample space for your equine companions.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • At Fort Valley Ranch, families can enjoy horseback trail riding along scenic paths, perfect for exploring the natural beauty of the area.
  • Bull Run Regional Park is known for its extensive hiking trails, allowing equestrian campers to enjoy both riding and walking in nature.
  • Pohick Bay Campground provides access to fishing and hiking, making it a well-rounded destination for horse camping enthusiasts.

Tips for equestrian camping near Brambleton, Virginia

  • When visiting Fort Valley Ranch, ensure you bring plenty of water for your horse, as the area can get quite warm during the summer months.
  • At Bull Run Regional Park, be mindful of the campground's proximity to Dulles Airport, as noise from overhead flights can be frequent.
  • If you plan to stay at Pohick Bay Campground, consider visiting during the week for a quieter experience, as weekends can be busier with other campers.

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