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Sage Horse Camp and Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campground offer the primary horse camping options near Edmonds, Washington. Sage Horse Camp features drinking water access, designated fire rings, picnic tables, and toilet facilities specifically designed to accommodate horses and their riders. The campground maintains trails accessible for both drive-in and walk-in access, making it convenient for horse trailers. Whidbey Island Fairgrounds includes 20 campsites with electric hookups, water connections, and sanitary facilities that accommodate equestrians and their animals. While no dedicated horse corrals appear in the facility data, the fairground setting provides ample space for horses. Tent and RV camping options exist at both locations, with Whidbey Island Fairgrounds maintaining 30-amp and 50-amp electrical service for larger rigs.
The equestrian trails surrounding these campgrounds connect riders to scenic areas throughout the region. Whidbey Island Fairgrounds positions riders particularly well for exploring the island's trail systems and is conveniently located near the marina and beach areas. Fairgrounds camping offers proximity to the town of Langley with restaurants and shopping options when not on horseback. Horse owners should note that while Green Mountain also allows pets, its camping facilities provide more primitive accommodations without dedicated equestrian infrastructure. Reservations are recommended for both main horse camping locations, especially during summer months. Fairgrounds camping functions effectively for equestrians bringing their own portable containment systems, with the open layout providing good sunshine exposure for camping but limited shade coverage.
"The campground is next to a classy laundromat, and I say classy because it’s probably one of the nicest laundromats in the area that even has a dumpsite for RVs."
"The campground is in 500+ acre Tolt-McDonald Park, far enough away from any busy road so that there is no traffic noise, just the sound of the Tolt River rapids."
"It has water and 30 amp power at all spots with access to a dump station. You are limited to 7 nights per month. It's right next to the fairgrounds so you have all the sounds that come with that."
"Notable considerations, near racetrack ongoing races and trials usually quiets down early evening this time of year. Great place to go adventure for the day. A couple major stores to stock up on."
from $35 / night
Check Availability"It’s at the fairgrounds on the edge of town, there’s a largely unlandscaped grass field with electrical boxes & (some) water connections. There is a dump out on site and potable water."
"A bit of a distance to the restrooms/shower. There is a close Port-o-let. It is located in an historic Fairgrounds with lots of charm...and bunnies! Good sunshine in summer. Not much shade."
from $35 - $45 / night
Check Availability"Located on the east side of the Olympic Peninsula, Collins campground is a bit off the beaten path, which was what I was looking for during peak season in August."
"Disclaimer: the road from highway 101 to the campground has SO MANY potholes. Big ones that we had to navigate in our RV but nothing that made it too hard to access the campground."
"Nice clean camping area with easy access to multiple trails and logging roads. Trails are open to hiking horseback riding and motorcycles. Camp ground has multiple horse stalls in a common area."
"Just go for a walk out the spit to get a unique perspective of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. This is a USFWS refuge and campground,so if your into seabirds, this is the place to go."
"Campground was located a short walk away from bluffs overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca and British Columbia. Beautiful sunset views!"
"Lovely area such beautiful surroundings."
"Very cool spot with new generation trees growing out of old generation stumps, close to river for water, very popular spot so found a lot of trash but loved the sites and hiking trails nearby"
"We came here around 9pm on a Friday as we couldn’t get any first come spots elsewhere in the area. We don’t have horses but it was a pleasant area to stay in still."
from $20 - $30 / night
Check Availability"Easy access to ORV trails. Expect lots of noise from off-road vehicles and music."
TravelerNice clean camping area with easy access to multiple trails and logging roads. Trails are open to hiking horseback riding and motorcycles. Camp ground has multiple horse stalls in a common area. Only open on weekends.
RangerIt’s right in the floodplain, so it is only enjoyable when it is not rainy season. This campground is south of Duvall, which is an affluent town with shops and things to do. The campground is next to a classy laundromat, and I say classy because it’s probably one of the nicest laundromats in the area that even has a dumpsite for RVs. There’s not a lot of privacy for the campsites. Good location for parking and exploring the east side of Lake Washington cities or access to mountains and hiking on I90.
GuideDungeness Recreation Area is known as the portal to the Dungeness Spit, but there is a lot more to discover before you arrive at the National Wildlife Refuge. Picnic on the bluff, watch the shipping lanes and catch a glimpse of Mt. Baker. Providing the starting point of a great adventure, the 216-acre Park offers many amenities. The virtues include a 1-mile long scenic bluff trail with picnic sites, a pocket picnic area, a group picnic area with shelter, and equestrian trails.
There is a 5.5-mile natural sand spit which is the longest in the country, and serves as a peaceful place to go for a walk along the beach. The narrow strip of land juts out from the northern edge of the Olympic Peninsula and encloses the beautiful Dungeness Bay.
The Dungeness County Campgrund is clean and the camping spots are private. There are 66 campsites. No utilities at campsites. The campground is located on a bluff above the Strait of Juan de Fuca. It is open all year long. There was a picnic table and fire pit available at each site. Clean bathrooms and pay showers. There is firewood available to purchase from the campground host. (cash only).
ScoutWhitehorse Regional Park Campground is a Snohomish County public campground just north of Darrington, set in forest at the foot of Whitehorse Mountain in the North Cascades. It has 30 sites in three loops: an RV loop with full hookups and 50-amp power, an equestrian loop with corrals and a highline, and a tent-only loop. Amenities include a dump station, a restroom with showers (two ADA), a timber-framed picnic shelter, and water spigots. With 15 full-hookup sites, it's a rare full-service public campground — and a handy base for the Mountain Loop Scenic Byway, the Whitehorse Trail, the North Mountain mountain-bike trails, and Sauk River fishing and rafting, with downtown Darrington just minutes away. Open roughly mid-March through mid-October; reservations through Snohomish County Parks.
GuideWhat a beautiful place! The campground is in 500+ acre Tolt-McDonald Park, far enough away from any busy road so that there is no traffic noise, just the sound of the Tolt River rapids. All the RV sites are drive-through, with water and 20, 30, and 50-Amp service. (There is a privately-run RV dump on the way to the park.) The sites are wide because of the driveway. No trees between sites, but some bushes between sites offer some privacy for the back half of the sites. The 17 RV sites are around a huge lawn, with the restroom building at one end, and a path down the middle that is part of a long, level, paved bike/walking trail. There is a shower in each restroom, so the whole building is heated (which was really nice, since the lows were in the 30s in April, 2022) Access to both rivers is at the South end of the RV loop. There are tent-only sites to the North, and also yurts and more tent sites across a picturesque foot bridge over the Snoqualmie River. There are carts available to roll your stuff over the footbridge.
GuideLangley is a great little town. I don’t know why they haven’t done more to develop the campground- all sites are first-come-first served. They did repair the electrical system this year and just reopened. It’s at the fairgrounds on the edge of town, there’s a largely unlandscaped grass field with electrical boxes & (some) water connections. There is a dump out on site and potable water. There are accessible bathrooms and showers nearby. The campground is on a hill above the horse barn and arena, very convenient to the town of Langley, which is delightful. No camp host available, nobody you can call for assistance. Because the campground just reopened, we were the only ones camped most of the 6 days we were here. I love Langley but they are not as tourist-driven as many towns which have campgrounds like this.
ScoutNice open sites with space for multiple vehicles or trailers. Easy access to ORV trails. Expect lots of noise from off-road vehicles and music.
GuideJust go for a walk out the spit to get a unique perspective of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. This is a USFWS refuge and campground,so if your into seabirds, this is the place to go. Dungeness gets the least amount of rainfall for western Washington, so don't be surprised if it's sunny.
GuideThis place is great if you plan to spend most of your time on the river, or trails, but not so much on at your site. The lots for most tents/trailers and RVs are pretty close together, not a ton of privacy.
On the plus side the river is beautiful, mostly slow, and shallow, and pretty clear. BUT BRING A LIFE JACKET, accidents happen all the time on this river and I wouldn't put my kids in with out a life jacket.
There are some cool yurts, cabins and platforms for tents on the other side of the river and plenty of hiking. Trails go along the water, and up into the woods behind the campground. As of now it is clear cut once you get over the ridge. This is sad in one breath, but gorgeous in very next. There is wildlife in the area so come prepared (black bears, bobcats, coyotes).
Overall a great place, but like most western Washington campgrounds it's better in good weather by a significant margin. It may flood in the winter, and when it's rainy it's pretty soggy.
Carnation is a neat small town that the park is at the very edge of. Plenty of options for groceries and laundry.
Horse campers near Edmonds, Washington typically head to Whidbey Island or the Olympic Peninsula for equestrian-friendly options. Edmonds sits on Puget Sound at an elevation of 66 feet, with mild year-round temperatures rarely exceeding 75°F in summer or dropping below 35°F in winter. The region's horse-friendly campgrounds maintain rain-resistant terrain that remains accessible during the frequent light precipitation common to the Pacific Northwest.
Trail riding with water views: At Sage Horse Camp, riders can access trails with coastal views. "We don't have horses but it was a pleasant area to stay in still. Bill came by to check on us and make sure we were settled in okay the next morning which was nice. There is a community fire pit area as well as fire rings at each site," notes one visitor who found it a good base for hiking and visiting lavender farms in town.
Beach exploration: Dungeness Recreation Area provides access to sandy shorelines for equestrians. "You can take a short walk down to the spit to explore the sandy beaches. You are a short drive from the Olympic Game Farm, well worth a visit," writes one camper, highlighting activities beyond horseback riding.
Woodland trail networks: Riders at Green Mountain can access diverse terrain. "Nice clean camping area with easy access to multiple trails and logging roads. Trails are open to hiking horseback riding and motorcycles. Camp ground has multiple horse stalls in a common area," notes a reviewer about this less-developed option that maintains weekend-only operations.
Proximity to towns: Horse campers appreciate Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campground's location. "It is located in an historic Fairgrounds with lots of charm...and bunnies! Good sunshine in summer. Not much shade. Nicest things are the close proximity to Langley, a very quaint town with great coffee! The marina and beach are very accessible," writes a camper who enjoyed the convenience.
River access for horses: Many equestrians value water access at Collins Campground where "Located on the east side of the Olympic Peninsula, Collins campground is a bit off the beaten path, which was what I was looking for during peak season in August. The Duckabash river runs along most of the sites. There is a good amount of space between most campsites. Each one has a fire ring and picnic table."
Peaceful settings: Riders seek quieter spots for overnight stays with their horses. "This is an easy to get to low elevation campground amongst a forest close to the water. I liked the area in that it had an impressive amount of large trees and the water was close," comments a visitor at Dungeness Recreation Area about the natural setting.
Campground supervision: Some equestrian camping areas have limited oversight. "No camp host visible while I was there, I'm not sure if they usually have one. Most campgrounds in the area were very full and quite busy, so I was very grateful to have found Collins. It was quiet and the few campers there were kind, quiet, and kept to themselves," notes a visitor at Collins Campground.
Reservation systems: Facilities like Whidbey Island Fairgrounds may have unique booking procedures. "No camp host available, nobody you can call for assistance. Because the campground just reopened, we were the only ones camped most of the 6 days we were here," explains a camper, highlighting potential challenges.
Amenities limitations: Tolt MacDonald Park offers equestrian access but with facility constraints. "This park is big, beautiful, and very family friendly. I've been camping in this park a few times and the only complaint I have during a high traffic weekend is that there are not enough rest rooms!" explains one visitor about potential crowding issues.
Kid-friendly facilities: Dungeness Recreation Area accommodates families with horses. "Located in walking distance to the Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge, we found this campground to be just what we were looking for! A family campground with cheap and clean showers, great play area, not a bad amount of mosquitoes for location, and quiet unlike many state park campgrounds."
Education opportunities: Green Mountain provides learning experiences for young riders. "Camp ground has multiple horse stalls in a common area. Only open on weekends," notes a visitor, making this a structured environment for teaching proper horse management to children.
Space considerations: At Tolt MacDonald Park, families appreciate "plenty of huge camping spots that include fire pits, picnic tables, and room for your car. There are also spots with RV hookups if you roll like that. If you venture across the Shakey bridge there are hiking trails, access to the water, and plenty of trees to hang your hammock in."
RV access limitations: Large rigs face challenges at some equestrian sites. "Langley is a great little town. I don't know why they haven't done more to develop the campground- all sites are first-come-first served. They did repair the electrical system this year and just reopened. It's at the fairgrounds on the edge of town, there's a largely unlandscaped grass field with electrical boxes & (some) water connections," explains a Whidbey Island Fairgrounds camper.
Electrical access considerations: At Evergreen State Fairgrounds, "It has water and 30 amp power at all spots with access to a dump station. You are limited to 7 nights per month. The power pedestals is set up for 2 rv's per pole so it might be on the wrong side so you need to run an extra cord or hose. Not a problem if your set up for it."
Camp layout challenges: Horse trailers require specific parking arrangements. "The sites further down the road are definitely cleaner. No bathrooms, so plan on dropping the kids off at the pool before visiting," notes a visitor at South Fork Snoqualmie River about dispersed camping conditions for larger rigs.
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