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Equestrian Camping near Conconully, WA

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    Salmon Meadows Campground near Conconully accommodates horses with corral facilities, providing a base for riders exploring the surrounding forest trails. Located in a large meadow area, the campground features multiple sites suitable for horse trailers and camping vehicles. The grassy meadow setting offers peaceful views and space for horses to be kept safely contained while campers enjoy basic amenities like pit toilets and picnic tables. Sites are arranged with ample room between neighbors, allowing equestrians adequate space for their animals and gear. Awesome trails from this location provide excellent riding routes for UTV enthusiasts and horseback riders alike. The gazebo at the campground serves as a gathering spot for larger groups, particularly beneficial for organized trail rides or family equestrian outings.

    Trails accessible from Salmon Meadows connect riders to extensive routes throughout the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, offering varied terrain and scenic vistas. Horse owners should note that while corrals are available, campers should bring their own feed and water containers for their animals. The campground typically operates seasonally, with best conditions for horse camping occurring during summer and early fall. During peak season, riders can expect moderate traffic on trails shared with dirt bikes and side-by-sides. Water access for horses is somewhat limited, with no substantial creek running through the campground itself. For equestrians seeking alternative options, American Legion Park in Okanogan offers camping with water hookups, though it lacks dedicated horse facilities. Alta Lake State Park Campground provides another regional option but similarly has no horse-specific amenities.

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      1. Salmon Meadows Campground

      4.5(2)8mi from ConconullyRVs, Tents

      "I think there’s paddock to bring horses but I’m not sure. Tons of dirt bike/side by side trails in the area."

      "This spot has been the 2nd choice for my family over the years, we typically camp at Kerr camp just down the mountain a little way but we have enjoyed this spot as well, awesome trails from this spot to"

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      2. American Legion Park

      3.3(3)15mi from ConconullyRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Nice park beside very slow river adjacent to busy road. No dogs on grass. Garbage. Picnic tables. Shaded. Stay 72 hours. Warm shower. Flush toilet. $10/night/vehicle or tent"

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      3. Upper Bobcat Dispersed Camping

      4.0(2)19mi from ConconullyRVs, Tents

      "Super close to the river. There were a lot of people, mainly families, but everyone was super respectful and it honestly made me feel safer and a solo traveler. Would definitely go back."

      4. Alta Lake State Park Campground

      3.9(16)37mi from ConconullyRVs, Tents

      "The park itself is really well maintained, and in a beautiful location. The lake and surrounding hills were beautiful."

      "Alta Lake is a nice, clean park with decent tent sites. We had a site in Loop 2 on the right (on the lake side). It was away from the main area, parking lots, boat launch or store, so pretty quiet."

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      5. Harts Pass Campground

      4.0(3)44mi from ConconullyTents

      "You need good weather, 4W drive and high clearance. Yep, sedans might be able to do it but they shouldn’t, plain and simple. If you bottom out on this road, you have a LONG walk to town."

      "If you are a thru-hiker, theres oftentimes trail magic here!! Easy hitch down to Mazama."

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      6. Melon Lake Campground

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    • B
      Jul. 10, 2020

      Salmon Meadows Campground

      Fun place to spend a few days

      Big, open sites. Quiet spot. Room to roam. I think there’s paddock to bring horses but I’m not sure. Tons of dirt bike/side by side trails in the area.

    • Jason G.
      Jun. 14, 2024

      Alta Lake State Park Campground

      One of the nicer state parks

      Personally I really enjoyed this park and camping. The park itself is really well maintained, and in a beautiful location. The lake and surrounding hills were beautiful. Even with the few private homes nearby, it didn't really take away from the scenery in my opinion.

      I camped in the upper loop in a site that backed to the hill side. The layout of the sites are very unique, no two sites (in the upper loop at least) are alike. My spot had a lower parking area with room for two cars. The you step up to the "living room" where the picnic table and fire pit were, then off of that area was a isolated tent pad area.

      The next spot over on one side was up hill from me, so didn't really see them (but could hear them). The spot on the other side was closer and lacked a little bit of privacy, but as far as state parks go, it was still fairly spread out. I was also there for a Saturday and Sunday night, so Sunday the park completely emptied out and I think there were only 2 or 3 others in the entire upper loop, and not near me at all, which was nice.

      I'm sure there are times when the lake gets overrun with motor boats and jet skis, but the weekend I was there (6/8 & 6/9) wasn't to bad at all. Paddle boards and kayaks outnumbers the boats with motors, and even those weren't racing around the lake, they were all fishing.

      I mostly camp in dispersed camping areas, but this is a state park I would put on my short willing to return to list.

    • Casey R.
      Jun. 3, 2016

      Alta Lake State Park Campground

      Great tent site with essentially a private beach area.

      Alta Lake is a nice, clean park with decent tent sites. We had a site in Loop 2 on the right (on the lake side). It was away from the main area, parking lots, boat launch or store, so pretty quiet. Our site was sweet, it had a trail down to a small open sandy stretch of beach that was basically our own private beach. Took the cooler and a pop up tent and enjoyed the beach all day. We went in August and it was hot, the lake was super refreshing! (photo from WA State Parks & Rec commission)

    • Shay F.The Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 6, 2018

      Alta Lake State Park Campground

      My favorite annual lake trip

      I look forward to Alta Lake every year! I try to get my favorite spot on the end near the water and stay as many days as my life will allow. We take our kayaks and explore. Hiking trails are close by.

      It can get crowded up in the RV section. People seem to enjoy themselves, it gets pretty loud and rowdy in the afternoon and evening. I am glad we have other options. Our Basecamp is only 16 feet long and we can run off the grid, so we actually can take it along the lake in a tent spot. If you are going to attempt it, it is truly a tight fit. Be careful! Sites are small, pull off is more accurate than pull through,and we used a lot of blocks to level up. I wouldn't think this place is known for privacy, but I think it makes up for it with location. The bathrooms are nice and have showers too.

      Lots of fish, birds, turtles, and little critters running around. The lake is lovely. There are motorized boats allowed, kayaks and swimmers be careful!

    • Cass C.
      Aug. 29, 2020

      Alta Lake State Park Campground

      Beautiful views, zero privacy

      The campground is beautiful. Because of the fire that destroyed the campground, there is next to no privacy on each campsite.

      Pros: -Stars were incredible- we saw the milky-way and a few shooting starts -clean flushable bathrooms -views, access to hikes -cool lake to swim in -cellphone service (although we opted to put our phones in airplane mode to unplug) -family friendly

      Cons: -noise: during quiet hours there was zero enforcement of quiet time. We had a camp next to us partying until 1am and another group up at 6am putting up a canopy and being incredibly loud -no privacy at campsites -there is a fire ban, so if you are hoping for s’mores make sure to bring a propane stove (not a con for us, but may be for others) -bees: there were so many bees. If you are allergic I recommend staying away. We had a screened in canopy and still managed to get several inside -not a ton of shade, mostly because of precious fires

    • J
      Aug. 5, 2024

      Alta Lake State Park Campground

      Had a great time! Going again!

      This place was so fun we plan to go back again in September! Even though the sites were close together, we still felt like we had a lot of privacy. There were lots of paths to take our kids for walks or bike rides. And the swimming area at the lake was really nice. They even had a snack shack! The only thing that was missing was a better playground. There was a slide, and that was about it.

    • DL M.
      Sep. 4, 2024

      American Legion Park

      $10/ night limited dogs warm showers

      Nice park beside very slow river adjacent to busy road. No dogs on grass. Garbage. Picnic tables. Shaded. Stay 72 hours. Warm shower. Flush toilet. $10/night/vehicle or tent

    • Terrie M.
      Oct. 26, 2020

      Alta Lake State Park Campground

      Beautiful but very busy!

      We we did enjoy staying here but two big things that were not so wonderful was the lake was very busy with skiers and tubers so anyone enjoying lighter vessels like kayaks had to watch out or go late in the evening when the big boats are off the water. The campsite had nice Landscaping but where stacked pretty closely together at least on the inner campsites. The rather short trail to the bluff behind the campground was rather steep in areas but well worth the trip  when you did get to the top.

      This Campground was good for a single visit for us but will likely not return in exchange for a quieter and less visited park.

    • Ann P.
      Jul. 6, 2022

      Harts Pass Campground

      Amazing views

      Highest road in WA: Harts Pass. You need good weather, 4W drive and high clearance. Yep, sedans might be able to do it but they shouldn’t, plain and simple. If you bottom out on this road, you have a LONG walk to town.

      Camp: moderately sized sites. We arrived July 1 and only two campsites were habitable due to snow. A bear box would be nice. The landscape is a bit unusual due to beetle and fire damage.

    Guide to Conconully

    Salmon Meadows Campground is situated at approximately 4,500 feet elevation in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. The meadow area transitions between aspen groves and conifer forests, creating distinct seasonal access challenges. Winter snow typically closes access roads from November through May, with spring melt often creating muddy conditions that persist into early June.

    What to do

    Trail exploration beyond camp: Experienced riders venture to Freezeout Pass for panoramic ridgeline views. Upper Bobcat Dispersed Camping offers connecting trails, with camper Emma noting, "Great spot with plenty of sites. Lots of room at your site and between neighbors. Super close to the river."

    Stargazing opportunities: The open meadow areas provide excellent night sky viewing with minimal light pollution. At Harts Pass Campground, camper Brian shares, "Great place for star gazing!" while noting "There is little or no privacy because of the lack of trees but the sites are fairly far apart."

    Photography excursions: Early mornings offer wildlife viewing opportunities, particularly for deer and small mammals. One visitor to Alta Lake State Park mentions, "The view is amazing," while another notes the "beautiful views, both nice sunrise and sunset."

    What campers like

    Open group camping layout: The communal design allows groups to camp together while maintaining space for livestock. Joseph P. describes Salmon Meadows: "The gazebo is always awesome for a large family gathering and the views of the meadow are very peaceful."

    Varied terrain access: Equestrian campers appreciate direct trail connections to diverse riding environments. B T. notes, "Big, open sites. Quiet spot. Room to roam. I think there's paddock to bring horses but I'm not sure. Tons of dirt bike/side by side trails in the area."

    Alternative facilities: American Legion Park in Okanogan provides supplementary amenities, with Jonathan T. reporting, "Free showers, free WiFi, bathrooms, water faucet, and water spigot is hard to beat." Another visitor adds, "Nice park beside very slow river adjacent to busy road. No dogs on grass. Garbage. Picnic tables. Shaded."

    What you should know

    Weather variability: Mountain conditions can change rapidly even in summer. At Harts Pass, Christian N. recalls, "Woke up to snow on the summer solstice!" Another visitor notes, "You need good weather, 4W drive and high clearance."

    Insect preparation: Bring comprehensive insect protection, particularly during early summer. PJ H. warns about Upper Bobcat: "The bugs were BAD, like hiding in the car and tent bad. Left with more bug bites than I could count."

    Water limitations: No reliable water sources exist directly at several horse campgrounds. Joseph P. mentions about Salmon Meadows, "Wish there was more of a creek but I cannot play God."

    Reservation systems: Most equestrian sites operate on first-come, first-served basis with seasonal rangers. American Legion Park operates differently, with a visitor noting, "$10/night/vehicle or tent" and "Currently, there is a 72-hour camping limit."

    Tips for camping with families

    Beach alternatives: Alta Lake State Park offers family-friendly swimming options. Casey R. reports, "Our site was sweet, it had a trail down to a small open sandy stretch of beach that was basically our own private beach. Took the cooler and a pop up tent and enjoyed the beach all day."

    Site selection strategy: Choose locations away from main thoroughfares for increased quiet. One camper shares about Alta Lake: "Loop off the lake has larger sites with more privacy and view of the cliffs. The loop in the lake has lake views but the sites are on top of each other with no privacy."

    Pack extra shade structures: Limited tree cover requires supplemental shade equipment. Leah F. notes, "Extensive fire damage in 2014 has downed many trees and most campsites have zero or little shade. Sites are very close together, little privacy."

    Tips from RVers

    Road access limitations: Several access roads to horse campgrounds near Conconully restrict larger rigs. Ann P. cautions about Harts Pass, "Highest road in WA: Harts Pass. You need good weather, 4W drive and high clearance. Yep, sedans might be able to do it but they shouldn't."

    Alternative hookup options: For full-service camping with horses, consider using American Legion Park in Okanogan as a base camp. DL M. notes, "$10/ night limited dogs warm showers," with another visitor adding it has "electric-hookups" and "water-hookups."

    Level site preparation: Many natural surface campsites require significant leveling. One RVer at Alta Lake shared, "We used a lot of blocks to level up. I wouldn't think this place is known for privacy, but I think it makes up for it with location."

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