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Best Equestrian Camping near New Market, VA

194 Reviews

Fort Valley Ranch provides extensive equestrian accommodations near New Market, Virginia with 45 campground sites. The campground features electric hookups, including both 30-amp and 50-amp options suitable for RVs, along with tent sites and cabin rentals. Water hookups and sewer connections are available for extended stays. The campground maintains a picnic table at each site and includes clean shower facilities and toilets. While dedicated horse corrals are not specifically listed in the amenities, the ranch accommodates horses with ample space for trailer parking. The campground remains popular with equestrian campers due to its direct access to riding areas.

Located in the Shenandoah Valley region, Fort Valley Ranch connects to numerous riding trails suitable for all experience levels. Reservation requirements should be confirmed before arrival as the campground operates on a reservable basis throughout the year. The campground permits campfires with firewood available on-site for purchase. Big-rig RVs are accommodated at the property with sufficient space for maneuvering and parking horse trailers. Drinking water access points are conveniently situated throughout the grounds for both campers and horses. The sanitary dump station provides essential services for RV campers planning extended horse camping trips. Trail riders appreciate the convenient proximity to multiple natural areas and the campground's clean facilities.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near New Market, Virginia (10)

    1. Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    120 Reviews
    Stanley, VA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 999-3500

    $30 - $75 / night

    "While the campground is very nice, with clean conveniently located bathrooms, the site itself is probably not suited for a large group of people."

    "The bathroom  was just a short walk away.  There are no hookups in this campground.   We did drive to the shower house and paid a fee to take a shower. "

    2. Trout Pond Recreation Area

    6 Reviews
    Baker, WV
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 897-6450

    $25 - $105 / night

    "There is Rockcliff lake and small beach area, an overlook (Lina Constable Overlook) to hike to right off the camp loop but it’s 1 mile steep incline at times but worth every step. Gorgeous!"

    "The area closes completely (entrance gate is locked) from Dec 21 - May 1. The site was super clean and well maintained. Lots of hiking trails and a very easy one that loops around the Rockcliff Lake."

    3. Graves Mountain Farm Campground

    6 Reviews
    Syria, VA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (303) 877-9659

    $12 / night

    "Lots of people on horses running around which we loved, and good live music after dinner. Could get muddy if you're there after rain"

    "Lodge close by if food, warmth, or better restroom desired."

    4. Fort Valley Ranch

    1 Review
    Woodstock, VA
    19 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."

    5. The Cove Campground

    15 Reviews
    High View, WV
    42 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. Spruce Knob Lake Campground

    17 Reviews
    Riverton, WV
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 567-3082

    $15 - $32 / night

    "It is about 5 miles from the summit of Spruce Knob (highest peak in West Virginia).  Tow campers smaller in size can certainly make it, although mostly tent camping which I like. "

    "Sites are well situated, and very private. Especially the walk up sites, they're the real gem. Every site has a picnic table and fire ring."

    7. Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping

    16 Reviews
    Whitmer, WV
    49 miles
    Website

    "This was my first stop on my cross country trip from Virginia to California and out of all the amazing places I’ve seen, this is by far my favorite spot!"

    "Some you walk-in a short distance but are rewarded with amazing sites on the creek, secluded and wooded. Other places you can camp in your vehicle or park at the site."

    8. Lost River State Park Campground

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    Mathias, WV
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (833) 987-2757

    9. Shenandoah Crossing, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort

    12 Reviews
    Somerset, VA
    48 miles
    Website

    $50 / night

    "It's located in Gordonsville, Virginia. There's not much to do in the area, but the campground itself is nice."

    "Walked around the property and saw the horses and checked out the primitive sites."

    10. Yokums Vacationland and Princess Snowbirds Indian Village

    2 Reviews
    Seneca Rocks, WV
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 567-2351

    "I go there to climb and both sites are close to the rocks. I have camped there just about every month of the year. Be forwarded this entire area has no cell service due to the Green radio telescopes."

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194 Reviews of 10 New Market Campgrounds

  • Sam M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 17, 2018

    Shenandoah Crossing, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort

    Nice place with lots to do

    I grew up going to this campground. It's located in Gordonsville, Virginia. There's not much to do in the area, but the campground itself is nice.

    There is a nice pool, arcade, camp store, horse riding, and the camp sites are pretty nice.

    All around good place to camp.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 24, 2021

    Graves Mountain Farm Campground

    Misleading campsing website

    Looked forward to camping at Graves Mountain and enjoy the festivities. The campsite is very very small. They say dispersed, but it is a small field as you can not access the others fields. Horse trailers, rvs, tents, and overland trailers all park right next that to each other. We set up away from everyone to properly distance ourselves due to their covid protocols. They told us to move next to others but there was no space. We got our money back and moved to another site. I would avoid this campsite. If you want to visit it for the apple or Fall festival just camp somewhere else and drive to it. No amenities. No cell service.

  • M
    Oct. 1, 2021

    Graves Mountain Farm Campground

    Fine place, but not really primitive and some major drawbacks

    BOTTOM LINE: 3.5 Stars. We had a fine time camping here, but probably would not stay again unless some friends were going and wanted to stay. Not bad, but not great and not my personal preference for camping. Any recommendation to stay would be dependent on what you're looking for--it might be for you, but just wasn't for us. 

    Acknowledging that reviews are totally subjective, here is a brief summary of some of the pros and cons (in our humble opinion):[

    PROS/CONS

    Pros:

    • Beautiful mountain views
    • charming brook and farm (i.e. things to do for young kids), and okay hiking trails
    • friendly campers and staff
    • ease of check-in process
    • low cost
    • Can (technically) hike intro Shenandoah National Park

    Cons:

    • campground bathrooms and port-a-jons in poor condition
    • street lights in primitive camping area
    • yellow jacket nests in primitive camping area (with no warning signs)
    • the gnats and flies were bad (way worse than I've ever experienced; probably due to the horse and cow poop)
    • decent amount of horse/cow manure in the primitive camping area
    • camping area is mixed with RVs, equestrian trailers, & tent campers
    • camping area was restricted to a smaller area, forcing camps a little too close together (so much room that wasn't allowed for pitching camp and spreading out)
    • few trees in camping area (more of an open field)
    • 35-40 min drive to either entrance of Shenandoah National Park (then you still have to drive to the trail you want to hike)

    Again, we recognize a lot is subjective; but it just wasn't for us. We'd camp here again if others wanted to, but wouldn't choose to come back.

    I'm happy to elaborate on any particular bullets.

    HELPFUL TIPS:

    • Sites are first come, first served -- there are a few "primo" spots, but get there before noon to nab them
    • There is local firewood available at the General Store/Post Office in Syria, VA (~0.2 mi from campground); about $7/bundle (you'll probably need 3-4 bundles for a night)
    • Use trees to block out some of the light from street lights (only a handful of spots can do this bc few trees); or try to get a spot as far away as you can get
    • For kids, there is a duck pond, chicken coop, shallow brook, disable farm tractor, and some other stuff to play with/on/in across the street near the lodge.
    • Free range horses (they're penned-in) come back at dusk and head out at dawn -- fun to watch from the campground, especially for kiddos
    • Bring your own water, if possible
  • J
    Nov. 2, 2021

    Shenandoah Crossing, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort

    Beautiful place with a couple of drawbacks

    Beautiful sunsets over the stables and horse pastures. We reserved a “pull-through” RV site which ended up being a back-in site that was very uneven and nowhere near level. Also, after staying for two weeks, the bathhouse next to our site was closed because of lack of electricity. Which forced us to drive up to the indoor pool (nice) and use the showers there. Inconvenient, but we made it work.

  • Katy S.
    Jul. 6, 2020

    Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Huge campground, great trails

    We stayed at a "group" site D167, which allows up to 15 people and 4 cars. While the campground is very nice, with clean conveniently located bathrooms, the site itself is probably not suited for a large group of people. First of all, it's located in the middle of a large patch of grass right next to other family campsites, so no privacy at all. If you travel with friends you might want to stay up a little longer and have a good laugh around the fire, but this site isn't really designed this way. The quiet hours are after 10PM and it's enforced. Second, the space is really limited, especially if your group members have larger tents. Also, there's no overflow parking, except at the entrance to the campground.

    The showers are nice and clean, but they are coin operated.

    The rangers are very strict. We had some food related items left on the table (salt/pepper shakers) and they were confiscated while we were hiking. I'm not saying it's wrong, but be aware, because these rules are not enforced at the same level in different places. We ended up with a $80 fine.

    Also, since this is a national park, you cannot bring the firewood from outside, have to buy it in the park.

    Other than that, we enjoyed our stay. The campground location allow an easy access to many trails within Shenandoah National Park, as well as close by, such as our favorite Old Rag Mountain. It's also technically a part of the NP, so keep your entrance receipt to show at the Old Rag's parking lot.

    Make sure you taste blackberry ice cream at the general store at the entrance. It's a local specialty and it's delicious!!!

  • g
    Nov. 6, 2021

    Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Perfect place to camp in Shenandoah National Park

    We camped several nights in our 23ft. travel trailer.  Our site A85 was just long enough to fit our trailer and truck. We were able to use our generator at this site.  The bathroom  was just a short walk away.  There are no hookups in this campground.   We did drive to the shower house and paid a fee to take a shower.  They were clean and even though the campground was nearly full we never had to wait in line.  We also did our laundry one evening. The machines were all working and it was quite reasonably priced.  Big Meadows campground is so conveniently located to the Visitor's center and many local trails. The horse stables were just down the road.  The lodge/restaurant was near the campground and we enjoyed a special dinner out one evening on the deck overlooking the beautiful Luray Valley.

  • Ted C.
    Mar. 29, 2017

    Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Great campground, great location.

    Stayed in July of 2016. Our site had the AT running right behind it. The was plenty of access to trails, and pretty central to the park. The campground is near showers, laundry, campstore, and visitor center. Only down fall is proximity to neighbors.

  • N
    Jul. 17, 2021

    Shenandoah Crossing, a Bluegreen Vacations Resort

    Not your average campground!

    We have stayed here several times. Big beautiful paved sites with furniture to boot. Complete with gas grills and outdoor sinks. Plenty to do at the resort..... Kayak, putt putt, tennis, swim in one of the pools, hot tub, work out in the gym, walk on trails, ride horses, take a carriage ride or eat at the "real" restaurant. My favorite campground hands down!

Guide to New Market

Virginia offers a fantastic experience for horse camping enthusiasts, with several campgrounds providing excellent amenities and activities tailored for equestrian adventurers.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like stables and riding trails

  • At Fort Valley Ranch, visitors can enjoy well-maintained stables and easy access to horseback riding trails, making it a perfect spot for equestrian camping.
  • Graves Mountain Farm Campground allows pets and has facilities that cater to horse campers, ensuring a comfortable stay for both riders and their horses.
  • Big Meadows Campground is located near trails that are accessible for horseback riding, providing a scenic backdrop for your equestrian adventures.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

Equestrian campgrounds include spacious sites and essential facilities

  • Trout Pond Recreation Area offers spacious sites that accommodate horse trailers, ensuring a comfortable setup for equestrian campers.
  • Spruce Knob Lake Campground provides a rustic experience with essential facilities, making it a great choice for those looking to disconnect while enjoying horseback riding.
  • Shenandoah Crossing features well-designed sites with amenities like picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for families and equestrian groups looking for a comfortable camping experience.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near New Market, VA is Big Meadows Campground — Shenandoah National Park with a 4.5-star rating from 120 reviews.

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