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GuideSeaquest State Park Campground
Stayed Oct 1 to 4, 2026 Loved our stay. The park is beautiful, clean bathrooms, hot showers. The camp hosts Ted and Kathy friendly and informative. Perfect location to explore Mt. St Helen
Equestrian Camping near Chehalis, WA
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Margaret McKenny Equestrian Campground near Olympia, Washington provides dedicated facilities for horse camping approximately 30 minutes from Chehalis. The campground features horse corrals, toilets, picnic tables, and trash facilities for equestrians traveling with their animals. The campground requires permits for overnight stays and welcomes pets alongside horses. Sites accommodate RVs with adequate space for horse trailers, though the campground does not offer electric hookups, water hookups, or showers. Sites throughout the campground maintain sufficient spacing to prevent crowding horses.
The trail system connecting to Margaret McKenny Equestrian Campground offers multiple riding routes suitable for various experience levels. Horse owners find accessible water sources along certain trails, though bringing supplemental water is recommended. The campground serves as a convenient base for exploring the Capitol State Forest trail network, with many riders noting the well-maintained paths suitable for day rides. Rainbow Falls State Park, approximately 20 minutes from Chehalis, also accommodates horse camping with specific sites designated for equestrians. The large open field at Rainbow Falls provides space for horses to stretch their legs after trailer transport. While most equestrian sites in the region remain open year-round, spring and summer offer optimal riding conditions with drier trails and longer daylight hours.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Chehalis (20)
1. Millersylvania State Park Campground
"This is a very nice, typical Washington state park with plenty of trees, greenery, hiking, pathways and even a lake."
"This is a beautiful park located on Deep Lake just outside of Olympia. The park itself is huge offering lots of options for campers. "
54 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $12 - $140 / night
2. Rainbow Falls State Park Campground
"It's a lovely little state park along the Chehalis River. The "falls" are more of a rapids. There used to be a suspension bridge, but that was taken out in a flood in 2007."
"Forested campground with large playing field nearby. Willapa Hills hiking trail nearby, river access with some swimming available (but no designated areas or lifeguards)."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $12 - $70 / night
3. Lewis & Clark State Park Campground
"There is lots to do around the campground you just have to venture out and find it. This is a pet and horse friendly spot. There is one hiker spot for first come first serve."
"To the west are these beautiful sites, facilities, and walking trails. In the morning, we hiked the old growth loop prior to resuming our journey."
1 Site AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $12 - $297 / night
4. Seaquest State Park Campground
"I love Seaquest for their beautiful campsites and the proximity to a wonderful forest to bathe in."
"I gave this park a high rating primarily because of its location."
36 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $12 - $70 / night
5. Margaret McKenny Equestrian Campground
"There are 3 loops, one is dedicated to horses M-F. Both visits I arrived Sunday afternoon and found a few spots to pick from. There’s a vault toilet per loop."
"Completely dispersed tent or rv camping with a Washington Discovery Pass ($35 year) otherwise FREE for up too 7 days."
6. Dragon's Gate Gardens
"Each gives a completely different but wonderous experience, either with open views of flower pastures and woods, or a more insular green surrounded by trees."
Check Availabilityfrom $55 / night
7. Fall Creek Campground
"You are supposed to have a Washington State Discovery pass to stay here, also they want you to fill out self registration once you arrive, fyi there are no pens onsite to do so."
"We had our choice of campsites, near hiking trails and the creek. The road wasn't too rough to get there, and we were able to park nearby. What more do you need?"
8. Porter Creek
"There are hiking trails close by but be sure to do your homework because there are many trails that allow ATV, horses, bikes, and people on them."
"Theres also 2 trails in walking distance aswell. Most sites also have a table, and metal fab firepit. Theres also a few out houses for restrooms."
9. Riffe Lake Campground
"It was a 5-minute walk downhill to reach the lake, which had a very long and nice boat ramp deep enough to accommodate just about any boat."
"We were lucky to nearly have the entire camp site to ourselves. Quiet and serene place to stay. Set up was easy and quick. Highly recommend."
10. Majestic Mobile Manor & RV Park
Check Availabilityfrom $65 - $71 / night
Drive Time
- 23 min from Olympia, WA
- 38 min from Longview, WA
- 1 hr 13 min from Bremerton, WA
- 1 hr 18 min from Seattle, WA
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Chehalis, WA
186 Reviews of 20 Chehalis Campgrounds
- KKurt M.
ScoutSeaquest State Park Campground
Great spot
Clean bathrooms, free showers, beautiful sites, and very friendly hosts. I had spotty signal but internet was available for free. Well worth the cost.
- Betsy W.
RangerSahara Creek DNR Horse Camp
Very nice!! All you need for great campiing
Very nice! Horse camp but sites 21-30 are for non equestrian campers. Sites are wooded between and large with table, firepits/grill combo, and level wooded spaces. 2 clean, well stocked pit toilets are available. Water faucets available at several locations. WA discover pass but free otherwise. It is patrolled regularly.
- JJ M.
TravelerPorter Creek
Perfect beginner and family spot
I went here with my fiance in September. Went on a Friday and there was only 1 other group. Theres about 16 sites from what I saw. Its free as well but first come first served. Getting to it is pretty easy and straight forward aswell, heads up the road turns to gravel and it can get narrow. Most of the sites are along the creek which was very beautiful. Theres also 2 trails in walking distance aswell. Most sites also have a table, and metal fab firepit. Theres also a few out houses for restrooms.
- DDonna B.Guide
Millersylvania State Park Campground
Quiet.
Quiet, but we were here mid week in late August….
Lainey P.RangerSahara Creek DNR Horse Camp
HORSE WAS SHOT & SHERIFF WOULD NOT COME
This went from a four star stay to one star in the blink of an eye. There is a shooting range directly behind this campground, and the horse trails lead right past it. On August 8th 2026 around 2PM, someone’s horse was shot while they were riding less than a half a mile away from camp and when they called 911, animal control came but police would NOT come even to investigate. This was reckless use of a firearm, animal endangerment, and honestly should be a felony. There is no way to accidentally be shooting at the trails from the shooting range, you have to DECIDE to do that. Police are absolutely useless, and now I know especially in this area the cops don’t give a damn about anyone’s safety.
You can hear shooting nearby all day and all night despite the posted hours at the range. Although it’s a free stay with a discover pass, I will NOT EVER stay here again and would not recommend this place to anyone with horses.
- Christina F.Ranger
Rainbow Falls State Park Campground
Lovely and quiet
This was our last stop after a trip down the Oregon coast. We spent two nights here. It's a lovely little state park along the Chehalis River. The "falls" are more of a rapids. There used to be a suspension bridge, but that was taken out in a flood in 2007. The campground is on the smaller side, but spaces are amongst the trees. Site 32, where we are, can accommodate a larger rig. The site is quite large and backs up to a hiking trail and the river, though there is a steep drop off. No playground for littles, but there is a large, open field where kids can play. No Verizon connectivity at all in the campground. I got one 5g bar over in the day use area by the houses. Also, the dump station is closed and looked like it had been for awhile so if you camp in a trailer and use your own bathroom, you'll need to go out and dump the tanks at one of the rest areas on I-5.
We do not have Starlink, but be warned if you do, there is heavy tree cover here. This park would benefit from the wifi pilot program that they are doing at some of the other WA state parks.
- KKelli C.Scout
Snag Lake Campground
Unsafe
This place has a bad vibe for a good reason. We didn’t stay. We walked around and checked it out. There was an encampment around site 4 that took up 2 sites. There was trash all over it. There was a tree half cut down and they were still working on it even though it says not to cut down trees. They were yelling at each other the entire time. It was very concerning. You could almost hear the banjos playing if you listened close enough.
Jacquie B.GuideSeaquest State Park Campground
Nice state park
This is a very nice state park. Loved the Mt. St. Helens visitor center, drawback is they do charge to go in. Our campsite was full hook up pull through. The best sites to get are T15 and T16 if I remember correctly. I was at site T6 was fine. We were there during the week so it was quiet.
Guide to Chehalis
Margaret McKenny Equestrian Campground provides the only dedicated horse camping facilities near Chehalis, Washington. The campground features horse corrals for equestrians traveling with their mounts, distinguishing it from other recreational sites in the area. While the campground lacks drinking water, electric hookups, and shower facilities, it does offer toilets, picnic tables, and trash collection. Permit requirements apply for all visitors planning to stay at this equestrian-specific site. The campground accommodates RVs in addition to horses, though there are no hookup amenities available for recreational vehicles. Located within Capitol State Forest near Olympia, the equestrian campground serves as an accessible base camp approximately 30 minutes north of Chehalis. Campers report that the site is well-maintained and provides adequate space for horse trailers.
Trail access directly from camp allows riders to explore the extensive network of forest trails throughout Capitol State Forest. The bridle paths connect to logging roads and dedicated horse trails that wind through second-growth forest and offer varying terrain for different riding experiences. Equestrians must bring their own water supply for themselves and their horses, as no drinking water is available on site. The campground operates with a clear emphasis on outdoor recreation rather than luxury amenities. Most trails remain open year-round, though seasonal conditions may affect accessibility after heavy rainfall. Horse owners appreciate the designated parking areas that accommodate vehicles with trailers. The forest setting offers miles of riding opportunities for day trips from the campground, making it a practical base for equestrians exploring the western Washington landscape between Olympia and Chehalis.
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