Equestrian enthusiasts searching for horse campgrounds near Kingston, Washington have several options across Kitsap County and surrounding areas. Most horse camps in this region sit between 100-400 feet elevation with moderate temperatures ranging from 45°F to 75°F throughout camping season. While summer months offer the driest conditions for trail riding, spring and fall provide greener pastures and fewer crowds on equestrian routes.
What to do
Trail exploration at Green Mountain: Green Mountain offers multiple trails and logging roads open to hikers, horseback riders, and motorcycles. "Trails are open to hiking horseback riding and motorcycles. Camp ground has multiple horse stalls in a common area," notes reviewer Ivy K.
Visit Langley from fairgrounds: Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campground provides convenient access to town amenities. "The marina and beach are very accessible. There are good restaurants, a grocery with deli, pubs and winery," according to Fairgrounds C.
Hike to waterfall access: Access nearby hiking trails from Collins Campground for day excursions. "There is a hike with a trailhead 2 miles from the campsite. We walked there and it was a milder way walk uphill to the trail head and then the .8 mile hike heads to a pretty waterfall which you can walk behind," shares Asia M.
What campers like
River camping access: Campgrounds with water features rank highly among reviewers. "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," explains Heartworn H.
Convenient town proximity: Tolt MacDonald Park offers both natural settings and urban conveniences. "It's located right smack in the middle of carnation so on a nice sunny day you could walk out of the park to get pizza, ice cream or even mexican food," shares Mercedes D.
Spacious equestrian sites: Horse campers appreciate ample space at designated equestrian campgrounds. "Sites are spacious though they are grouped in such a way that 2-3 sites are open to each other. Would make for a great place for groups with multiple tents," notes Lawrence F. about Collins Campground.
What you should know
Access road conditions: Some campgrounds require navigation over rough terrain. "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," warns Asia M. about Collins Campground.
Water availability varies: Plan accordingly for potable water needs. "No drinking water access I could find and the directions said to get water from the near by trail head pump but that pump is broken so bring water or a filter," advises Kaelin M.
Noise considerations: Evergreen State Fairgrounds has specific noise concerns. "The racetrack here is non stop noise when they're racing. It's a gravel parking lot with no real amenities. Perfect for a vendor at the fair, not great for someone who wants a peaceful spot to park an RV," cautions Dene H.
Reservation requirements: Check each campground's reservation policy before planning your horse camping trip. "Hosts are good people and quiet when races not running. I'd stay here again," mentions Tracy P. about Evergreen State Fairgrounds.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Dungeness Recreation Area provides family-friendly amenities. "This campground is great for families and people with kids. There are playgrounds near the bathrooms. The bathrooms have showers, and are clean and accessible," shares Melissa J.
Wildlife viewing options: Find campgrounds with nearby animal watching opportunities. "You are a short drive from the Olympic Game Farm, well worth a visit. Check it out online, the kids will love feeding the buffalo and elk," recommends Melissa J.
Clean bathroom facilities: Family campers prioritize bathroom cleanliness. "A family campground with cheap and clean showers (50 cents/2 minutes), great play area, not a bad amount of mosquitoes for location, and quiet unlike many state park campgrounds," Charlotte H. notes about Dungeness Recreation Area.
Tips from RVers
Level parking assessment: Some campgrounds offer better parking than others. "The only campground we've been to where we didn't need to level the trailer. RV sites are all pull through its fairly quiet," notes Russ H. about Tolt MacDonald Park.
RV hookup availability: Verify which services are available at your chosen horse campground. "It has water and 30 amp power at all spots with access to a dump station. You are limited to 7 nights per month," explains Adam A. regarding the Evergreen State Fairgrounds.
Electrical considerations: Some campgrounds have unique electrical setups. "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," advises Adam A.
