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Anderson Park in Vernonia, Oregon offers the only dedicated horse corral facilities among equestrian campgrounds near Kalama, Washington. The park includes horse-friendly tent and RV campsites with access to drinking water and fire rings. Trailer parking accommodates various sizes with big-rig friendly access. The campground's amenities include picnic tables, flush toilets, and trash service for equestrian campers. Electric, water, and sewer hookups are available for RV users traveling with horses. Horse riders appreciate the year-round availability and generator access when camping overnight. The corrals provide secure containment for horses while campers use the surrounding facilities.
Located approximately 60 miles southwest of Kalama, Hares Canyon Horse Camp at L.L. Stub Stewart Memorial State Park offers another equestrian camping option with direct access to bridle trails. The camp connects to an extensive trail network suitable for day rides. Electric hookups and reservable sites make this horse camp popular during peak riding seasons. Kalama Horse Camp Campground, closer to Kalama in Cougar, Washington, features tent and RV sites with picnic tables and campfire rings. This seasonal campground operates from May 1 through November 1, providing toilet facilities and trash service. Trailer access accommodates both tent and RV users with horses, though the campground lacks drinking water and electric hookups. The surrounding trails attract riders seeking forest experiences with moderate terrain suitable for various equestrian skill levels.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Kalama (30)
1. 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."
31 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $12 - $70 / night
2. Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground
"Driving up there the way we drive (from Vancouver) you go up through ranching/farming territory and it’s nice and green and pretty, so it’s nice getting there."
"Hiking around the lake is a great way to start and/or end you day while staying at Battle Ground Lake SP. Horses are welcome. There are cabins available also. Several sites overlook the lake."
24 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $12 - $69 / night
3. Camp Wilkerson
"Stayed the night in one of thier small cabins, very nice sat outside by the fire and just watched the stars, this is a primary horse camp and is surrounded by trails, seen a heard of elk on one of my hikes"
"Since the camp is planned predominantly as a youth recreation center, I was a bit worried that it would be a pretty loud campsite due to lots of kids running around. That was not the case for us!"
Check Availabilityfrom $45 / night
4. Dairy Creek West — L.L. Stub Stewart Memorial State Park
"The upper area encircles a large open are perfect for games and running around. There is a nice disk golf course and a lot of large paths for waking and biking."
"And a loop with corals for horses. Miles of horse trails, bike trails, hiking trails."
37 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $24 - $39 / night
5. Jantzen Beach RV Resort
"Clean and generally friendly, the Jantzen Beach RV Park is right inside of Portland (at the northern end, close to Vancouver, Washington)."
"Jantzen Beach RV Park feels like a real-world stop straight out of a Subway Surfers World Tour—a lively, convenient, and colorful place where travelers pause, recharge, and enjoy the surroundings before"
Check Availabilityfrom $40 / night
6. RV Outdoor Adventures and Cabins
Check Availabilityfrom $60 - $65 / night
7. Dairy Creek East — L.L. Stub Stewart Memorial State Park
"In the middle of a mountainous forest with lots of hiking, paved path & mtb biking, disc golf, horse trails and more. Well maintained full hookup sites with 50amp, most 63' long."
"Dairy Creek is clean and well maintained, and has great access to the trails and disc golf around the park. If you're in an RV this is a good set up."
18 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $33 - $39 / night
8. Anderson Park
"This campground is adjacent to a couple of really awesome bike paths, so I parked here for day use. I haven't camped here YET but I thought I could add some photos!"
"I've seen boyscout troops come through on packs of bicycles and single joggers on the Banks Vernonia trail which is easy and scenic."
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $35 / night
9. Hares Canyon Horse Camp — L.L. Stub Stewart Memorial State Park
"Hares Canyon Horse Camp is one of three campgrounds in Stub Stewart State Park and unlike other horse camps which often allow the overflow of tenters and rv'ers without horses, this horse camp is equestrian"
"I don’t have a horse but I still stayed here! We were in the area, struggling to find a place to camp. After 7 pm, the campground let us set up camp in an empty equestrian campsite. Unique experience!"
Check Availabilityfrom $33 - $57 / night
10. Merrill Lake Campground
"There are 8 walk in sites and one drive up site, all first come first serve discovery pass required. Some sites are larger than others, but in ours we were able to fit two 6ptents and one 2p tent."
"Discover pass required Merrill Lake, just outside of Cougar, WA feels very remote, despite its relatively close proximity to the Portland/Vancouver area."
Drive Time
- 14 min from Longview, WA
- 31 min from Portland, OR
- 1 hr 4 min from Olympia, WA
- 1 hr 20 min from Salem, OR
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Kalama, WA
333 Reviews of 30 Kalama Campgrounds
- SShawn T.
TravelerBattle Ground Lake State Park Campground
We camped here for 4 days, rangers were nice we hauled in our wood since we didn’t want to buy a lot, and can’t gather wood there. Plenty of trees between campsites, The Bathroom and showers were really nice and clean!! lake was also nice but small. Enjoyed our stay!!
Emily A.
RangerRock Creek Campground - Yacolt Burn State Forest
This site is great! Lots of rules listed but not enforced, would recommend having the discovery pass though as signs are prevalent. If you can avoid going the route alongside the correctional facility, you’ll have much less dirt roads and pot holes. There isn’t room in the non horse sites for a rig more than say 25 feet long. No cell service or Starlink, but if you drive to a clearing nearby you can find a satellite .
- SSusan L.
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
- KKurt M.Scout
Seaquest 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.
C M.TravelerJantzen Beach RV Resort
Loudest "resort" rude management
Planes, trains and automobiles....oh did I mention nosy neighbors and rude office staff? Sharon and Erika are unapproachable and judgemental office slime. Skip this place. And the pictures LIE!
Jordan C.ScoutJantzen Beach RV Resort
Nice near city of Portland stop
This sounds like a pretty mixed experience at Jantzen Beach RV Resort. The three heated pools, playgrounds, fitness center, and river access definitely make it appealing for families and longer stays, and having full hookups with level paved sites is a real plus. I also like that the mature trees provide some shade and that the shoreline paths give campers a chance to enjoy the Columbia River without having to leave the property. At the same time, the constant traffic and airplane noise would probably be something I’d want to know about before booking. The low water pressure mentioned in the review is another practical concern, especially for RV travelers who expect reliable hookups. They closed the swimming pool a month early although it is 90f in Portland. The combination of permanent residents and overnight campers also seems like something that could give the park a different atmosphere depending on the site and time of year. The location near Target and the freeway sounds convenient, but Portland rush-hour traffic could definitely make getting around more difficult. Priced at$85–$100 per night, many long-time visitors believe the value has decreased and are opting to seek alternatives. Overall, Jantzen Beach RV Resort seems to offer plenty of amenities and a convenient location, but travelers looking for a peaceful, quiet campground may want to keep the noise and urban setting in mind before reserving. The comparison with Columbia River RV Park would also be helpful for anyone deciding between the two.
- ssilas H.Scout
Tillamook State Forest Stagecoach Horse Camp
Creepy
It is a ways from the highway noise or any other noice for that matter but it was definitely a little creepy down there but well worth the stay if your trying to escape everyday life.
- 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.
Guide to Kalama
Anderson Park in Vernonia, Oregon provides the only equestrian campground with horse corrals in the Kalama, Washington area. The park accommodates both tent and RV camping with horse facilities and maintains trails accessible to riders throughout the year. Large groups can utilize the horse-friendly camping areas while exploring the park's extensive trail system. The camp includes picnic tables, fire rings, and drinking water access points for both campers and their horses. The campground offers generators for use and maintains trash facilities throughout the property. Trail riders often encounter elk herds while exploring the surrounding forest paths connected to the campground.
Horseback riding trails throughout the park connect to broader regional trail networks, giving equestrians multiple route options for day rides. Horse owners need to bring their own feed and secure proper containment for overnight stays. The park requires reservations for horse camping, particularly during peak summer months when spaces fill quickly. Trailer parking accommodates various sizes with easy access to the horse corrals and campsite areas. Located approximately 45 minutes from Kalama, the park serves as a practical base camp for exploring the region's bridle trails. Water crossings and creek access points provide natural watering opportunities for horses during trail rides, though riders should bring supplemental water during drier periods.
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