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Equestrian Camping near Arlington, VA

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    None of the campgrounds in the provided data feature horse corrals or specific equestrian accommodations near Arlington, Virginia. Each campground explicitly lists "NO horse-corral" among its features. While several parks like Pohick Bay Campground, Bull Run Regional Park, and Cedarville State Forest offer camping options including tent sites, RV hookups, and cabins, none provide dedicated facilities for horses. Campers seeking horse camping near Arlington would need to look beyond these immediate options.

    Pohick Bay Regional Park offers extensive recreational opportunities including hiking trails, water activities, and camping, but lacks horse-specific amenities. The park maintains multiple camping loops with varying levels of privacy and access to facilities. Sites on the outer loops generally offer more seclusion, while the electric loop features improved bathhouse access. Trails connect the campground to the waterfront, where boat rentals and fishing opportunities are available. The nearby Meadowood Recreation Area offers mountain biking trails, but no designated equestrian paths appear in the reviewed data.

    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Arlington (7)

      1. Pohick Bay Campground

      4.1(37)15mi from Arlington150 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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 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."

      Available next weekend

      from $37 - $170 / night

      35 Sites Available

      2. Bull Run Regional Park

      3.9(44)21mi from Arlington142 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation."

      "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."

      Available next weekend

      from $43 - $100 / night

      54 Sites Available

      3. Cedarville State Forest

      3.8(17)21mi from ArlingtonRVs, Tents

      "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."

      from $30 / night

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      4. Camp Meade RV Park

      4.3(3)25mi from ArlingtonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      5. Lichtman Camp 1 — Prince William Forest Park

      5.0(1)24mi from ArlingtonTents, Cabins, Glamping

      6. Camp Winery

      5.0(1)39mi from Arlington1 siteRVs, Tents

      "Close to many cool things in the area too"

      7. Finksburg Forest

      Be the first to review43mi from ArlingtonTents, Glamping

      from $22 - $100 / night

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    Equestrian Camping Reviews near Arlington, VA

    106 Reviews of 7 Arlington Campgrounds

    • Christi G.
      Sep. 26, 2026

      Bull Run Regional Park

      Site #133 — Great site once you figure out the best way to get into it

      We stayed in site #133 with our 34'10" travel trailer/toy hauler. Overall, we really like the site. It's spacious, fairly level, heavily wooded, and feels surprisingly private. There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation. We had a nice large area for our chairs, fire pit, picnic table, and dogs. The biggest thing to know about #133 is the approach. We were instructed to pass the site, go around the loop, and then make a left turn into it. With our nearly 35' trailer, that would have required an extremely tight, almost 90-degree turn between the trees, and we did not feel we could safely make it. There is actually visible damage on one of the trees at the entrance, so it appears others may have had difficulty with the turn as well. Instead, we approached from the opposite direction and positioned the camper with our doors facing the main campsite area. That put the water and electric hookups on the opposite side, but our hoses and cord were long enough to run underneath the camper and reach without a problem. Once we figured that out, the site worked very well for us. I initially thought we probably wouldn't choose #133 again because of the awkward setup, but after spending the weekend here, I would. Now that we know how to approach and position our trailer, it really is a nice site. If you're bringing a longer travel trailer, just be prepared to do a little maneuvering and make sure your water hose and electrical cord have enough length if you decide to orient your camper the way we did.

    • David B.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 21, 2026

      Camp Meade RV Park

      Camp Meade

      Simple and friendly check in process. Clean and well-maintained site.

    • Thiru Moorthy G.
      Nov. 27, 2025

      Bull Run Regional Park

      ⭐ 1-Star Review – Shockingly Rude, Misleading, and Embarrassing Experience

      I am writing this review because what happened to me at Bull Run Regional Park Campground was not just inconvenient—it was humiliating, unprofessional, and completely avoidable.

      I camp in my Tesla. I have already stayed at this exact campground before with no issue. Their online reservation system allowed me to book again—no warnings, no restrictions, nothing to indicate a problem. So I drove all the way from North Carolina to Virginia trusting that everything was fine.

      When I arrived to check in, the office staff was literally handing me the paperwork. Out of nowhere, a ranger barged in and bluntly told me: “You cannot camp in a Tesla. You need a separate rig.”

      His tone was rude, dismissive, and made me feel like I was doing something dirty or cheap. There was zero respect, zero empathy—just instant judgment. I felt like I was being treated as if I was trying to sneak in or break rules, even though they allowed the booking and accepted my reservation.

      If they have such a rule, why wasn’t I notified during booking? Why was I allowed to stay the first time? Why let me drive for hours only to embarrass me at the check-in counter?

      The office employee even tried to defend me, but he couldn’t convince the ranger. Instead, they told me I could not stay and promised an immediate refund.

      After a long drive, being spoken to like that was extremely disappointing. I’ve camped all over North Carolina and never been treated with such disrespect. Camping in a Tesla is clean, quiet, zero-emission, and safe, yet I was made to feel like I didn’t belong.

      To make matters worse, it has now been seven days and not a single dollar of the refund has appeared. When I called, the office representative didn’t even ask for my reservation details and seemed completely clueless. She first said she couldn’t do anything, then suddenly changed her story and said she would “leave a note.” When I asked to speak with someone who could actually help, she put me on hold and suddenly claimed the manager had “just refunded” me and that I would see the money in two business days.

      After everything that happened, it felt like another layer of indifference and incompetence.

      This entire experience—from the rude ranger to the unprofessional refund handling—left me feeling disrespected and upset. For a campground that charges over $75 a night after fees and taxes, the treatment I received was unacceptable.

      Guests deserve honesty, clear communication, and basic respect.

    • Stuart O.The Dyrt Pro User
      Apr. 18, 2025

      Bull Run Regional Park

      Expensive for what you get; and drainage problems.

      We have found municipal campgrounds in Northern Virginia are a bit spendy for being government sponsored.  Not as bad as South Carolina, but way more than Florida.  Fine.  Comes with the territory.  But Bull Run manages to goose you even more.  There are occupancy AND transaction fees that really add up if you're only there a few nights.  But the real kicker is a 2-night minimum stay.  Even mid-week.  In APRIL for gosh sakes!

      While we were here, there was a fairly heavy day of rain.  Couple inches, I suppose, but nothing Biblical.  The mouths of the metal culverts in our loop were bent downward from campers driving over them, which obstructed the flow.  Result was lots of standing water at our campsite.

      We're done with NOVA Parks campgrounds.  Better cost options exist with Fairfax County Parks.

    • R
      Sep. 23, 2024

      Camp Meade RV Park

      Great RV park to stay near Vicksburg

      Did stay here after visting Vicksburg. Nice clean restrooms and showers. Friendly hostess and we had a nice shady spot, what was great with a heat of 94F.

    • Judy W.
      Sep. 19, 2024

      Bull Run Regional Park

      Noisy but Nice

      Pros - Clean Bathrooms, Camp store open 8am - 8pm, Sites 62 - 92 (except #74 and 88) are all pretty  good.  Security was great, patrol throughout the night.  Quiet hours are enforced and campers are polite.  Lots of activities, and nice hiking trails. Fabulous historical attractions, great visitor center. 

      Cons - Campground is in the flight path of Dulles Airport, so planes are flying over head at all hours of the day and sometimes late at night/morning.  There is a shooting range nearby. Some noise during range hours. (Not late at night!)  Because there had been so little rain, there was not great fishing in the park.  (I went to Silver Lake, that was great!)

      Traffic! Lots of local traffic on the main roads. (to be fair, it IS a suburb of DC ). Stores are all approx. 20 mins away. (Head towards Haymarket)

    • Jake C.The Dyrt Admin User
      Sep. 10, 2024

      Bull Run Regional Park

      Spacious Sites and family friendly

      I stayed here with my family this summer and the park itself is a perfect spot for nature near DC. My son loved the giant playground and full water park at the campground, they even had discounted entry to the water park for campers. We stayed in site 20 which is an easy pull through and had a direct trail to the water park and the full network of trails in the park.

    • Trees F.The Dyrt Pro User
      Jul. 16, 2024

      Pohick Bay Campground

      Excellent spot

      We loved staying at Pohick. We were here to visit DC and it was an excellent spot to stay. It was extremely hot as it was July but the sites had a lot of shade. Site 46 where we stayed was close to the bathrooms and nice and flat. The bathrooms were cleaner than any other campground we have stayed in and they have laundry and a nice stainless sink and counter for washing dishes if needed. About a 40 minute drive into DC and definitely worth it. Also, campers get a discount at the water park which was a very reasonable 5 dollars per person. The weekend tends to be a bit louder but during the week was very quiet.

    • A
      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.

    Guide to Arlington

    Camping options near Arlington, Virginia offer wooded settings within 40-60 minutes of the city center. The Potomac River creates natural boundaries with Maryland to the northeast, while the Occoquan River winds through several recreation areas to the southwest. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-90°F with high humidity, making spring and fall more comfortable for tent camping.

    What to do

    Disc golf courses: Bull Run Regional Park maintains an 18-hole disc golf course popular with weekend visitors. "I'd recommend taking in a game of disc golf on their 18 hole course," notes a Pohick Bay Regional Park visitor.

    Hiking trail networks: The Brown Trail at Cedarville State Forest offers a more secluded walking experience. "We hiked the brown trail and it was a nice walk," shares one camper, while another notes the "decent trails to hike" despite the prevalence of ticks.

    Water activities: Multiple waterfront options exist at Pohick Bay Regional Park, with boat rentals and fishing opportunities. "Boating in summer from kayaks to motorboats" is available according to reviewers, while another mentions "boat rental a short walk down the trail from the campgrounds."

    Historical exploration: The region's Civil War significance provides educational opportunities. One camper at Bull Run notes "Lots of history near by so check out the old battle fields and buildings that housed troops during civil war."

    What campers like

    Convenient location: The proximity to DC makes these campgrounds practical for weekend getaways. A Bull Run Regional Park visitor notes "This park is absolutely beautiful. So much to do and centered around many historical sites." Pohick Bay campers appreciate that "going in to enjoy breakfast or the sights is a feat" with only a "25-30m" drive to Alexandria.

    Wildlife viewing: Eagles are frequently spotted at Pohick Bay, where one visitor reports "Eagles everywhere! Large clean sites." Another camper saw "a snake, alligator snapping turtle, and rabbits, before we even reached the gates" at Cedarville State Forest.

    Recreation amenities: Many campgrounds feature additional facilities beyond standard camping. At Bull Run Regional Park, "The campground had a climbing wall on one afternoon... They had a campfire complete with s'mores followed by hayrides."

    Clean facilities: Bathroom quality matters to campers. One Cedarville State Forest visitor reports, "Restrooms were clean, closed daily for cleaning between 1 pm - 3 pm."

    What you should know

    No dedicated equestrian facilities: Despite the rural surroundings, equestrian camping near Arlington, Virginia is limited. While some parks like Cedarville State Forest have "Equestrian trails [that] go deep into the woods if you want a longer trail," none of the campgrounds reviewed offer dedicated horse corrals or overnight equestrian accommodations.

    Insect concerns: Ticks and mosquitoes are frequently mentioned as significant issues. "We tried fans, tiki torches, and many deet free or light deet products before having to buy 100% deet so we could be outside," reports one Cedarville camper, while another warns "I've never left this park without at least one tick."

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Arlington, VA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Arlington, VA is Pohick Bay Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 37 reviews.

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