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Best Equestrian Camping near Oak Harbor, WA

48 Reviews

Sage Horse Camp in Washington provides campers access to equestrian-focused amenities near the Olympic National Forest. The campground accommodates both tent and RV camping with horse-friendly features including drinking water, picnic tables, fire rings, and toilets. Sites remain well maintained with ample space for horses and camping equipment. While no dedicated horse corrals are listed in the facilities, the camp is specifically designed for equestrians with appropriate space for horses and trailers.

Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campground offers an alternative horse camping option with 20 campsites that provide electric hookups, water connections, and access to showers and toilets. The fairgrounds location makes this particularly suitable for those bringing horses, as the grounds include direct access to areas appropriate for equestrian activities. Located in Langley, the campground provides convenient access to town amenities while still accommodating horse trailers and equipment. Minimal shade exists throughout the open fairground setting, but the layout serves equestrian needs well. Visitors note the campground works especially well for those bringing horses to events or looking for a base to explore Whidbey Island's riding opportunities.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Oak Harbor, Washington (8)

    1. Dungeness Recreation Area

    22 Reviews
    Carlsborg, WA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 683-5847

    "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!"

    2. Greenstone Farm Camping

    3 Reviews
    Mount Vernon, WA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (564) 209-7070

    $55 - $180 / night

    "Quiet rural setting but close to town (Mt. Vernon) if you need anything or just want to explore the farmer's market, as we did.  Woodland trail on the 10+ acres was a real plus for our two dogs. "

    "Nice fire pit and Beer Garden area and a great view with mountains and trees surrounding you."

    3. Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campground

    4 Reviews
    Langley, WA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 221-7950

    $35 - $45 / night

    "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."

    4. Lily and Lizard Lakes

    2 Reviews
    Bow, WA
    25 miles

    "Spent one night at Lizard Lake. Only 4 campsites there and all really close to each other. All the sites had a fire ring, bench and a flat area to set up your tent."

    "There is no overnight parking at the top lot that is half way up the trail, so you have to park on Chuckanut drive. First half is steep and extremely busy but second half is quiet."

    5. Sage Horse Camp

    1 Review
    Sequim, WA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (425) 737-7474

    $20 - $30 / night

    "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."

    6. Harry Osborne State Forest - TEMPORARILY CLOSED 2023

    2 Reviews
    Hamilton, WA
    34 miles
    Website

    "Great place to bring your LQ (any size rig) and camp with your horses."

    "You may utilize trails to walk your horses down to the water. This is primarily a horse/hiking camp. There is not access for motorized Vehicles on the mountain Any longer."

    7. Collins Campground

    7 Reviews
    Brinnon, WA
    46 miles
    Website

    "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."

    8. Evergreen State Fairgrounds

    6 Reviews
    Monroe, WA
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (425) 388-6600

    $35 / night

    "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."

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Oak Harbor, WA

48 Reviews of 8 Oak Harbor Campgrounds

  • Elise M.
    Aug. 11, 2020

    Harry Osborne State Forest - TEMPORARILY CLOSED 2023

    Quiet and Lots of Space

    Great place to bring your LQ (any size rig) and camp with your horses. There are a few non-equestrians, but we need to keep this a place for equestrians because we are losing more and more campsites.  Trails are well maintained and extensive.

    No water or electric at the camp, but you can drive down to a creek and pump or collect water for your horses. You will be boondocking.

    High-line poles are available to high-tie your horses. We set up a portable corral and were fine. Picnic tables and fire rings are also available.

    No manure pile or wheel barrow. There is a vault toilet and I got cell service on my phone.

  • Jennifer T.
    Aug. 15, 2018

    Dungeness Recreation Area

    Beautiful Campground and views

    Dungeness 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).

  • Deb E.
    Jul. 13, 2023

    Harry Osborne State Forest - TEMPORARILY CLOSED 2023

    Update

    Update. Stockwater has been gaited off due to vandalism and trash dumping. You may utilize trails to walk your horses down to the water. This is primarily a horse/hiking camp. There is not access for motorized Vehicles on the mountain Any longer. There are 2 manure pits, a vault toilet, some fire pits, and a group covered table area. This is dry camping with no potable water or garbage.

    Note that this is a working forest and may have heavy log truck traffic at times...the gates will be locked otherwise.

  • c
    Aug. 28, 2024

    Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campground

    Funky, convenient

    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. 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.

  • Ryan L.
    Sep. 15, 2016

    Dungeness Recreation Area

    Quiet, peaceful and an amazing experience

    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. Dungeness gets the least amount of rainfall for western Washington, so don't be surprised if it's sunny.

  • Lillie P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 20, 2020

    Sage Horse Camp

    Well kept camp

    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. 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. 2 porta potties. We were happy to have found this and glad we could get a site last minute! The area is beautiful and was a good base for a hike and going to the lavender farms in town.

  • Heartworn H.
    Sep. 30, 2018

    Collins Campground

    Peaceful campground by the river

    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. I was there the fire season, and while it was hard to escape the smoke pretty much anywhere in Washington, it was as bad at Collins.

    I didnt see a campground host while I was there, Im 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 Wass quiet and the few campers there were kind, quiet, and kept to themselves.

    When driving to the campground on Duckabash road you will pass a cabin on your left side right before the paved road turns to gravel. Apparently that is the oldest structure built on on the peninsula. I thought that was pretty cool!

    There are some great trails in the area as well. The Duckabash trailhead is a short drive from the campground and took two great hikes there during my stay. I hiked up river and found a lovely swimming hole, frigid, but beautiful.

    I also found a great blackberry patch off the 101 which was so great having while I camped, hiked and in my morning yogurt :)

    Cant wait to go back and explore more in the area!

  • Rachel G.
    Jun. 5, 2018

    Dungeness Recreation Area

    Gorgeous views

    Campground was located a short walk away from bluffs overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca and British Columbia. Beautiful sunset views! If you want to head out onto Dungeness Spit itself, bring cash for the $3 daily entry fee.

  • A
    Sep. 15, 2020

    Collins Campground

    So Scenic and Private

    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.

    There are 15 sites and most are along a river with private access from your campsite. We loved staying here! There is a lot of privacy between each site too.

    Bathrooms are very limited (just 2 outhouses) and obviously no hook ups.

    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.

Guide to Oak Harbor

Horse camping in Washington offers a unique opportunity to explore the great outdoors while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With a variety of campgrounds catering to horse enthusiasts, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and ride the scenic trails.

Tips for equestrian camping near Oak Harbor, Washington

  • The Sage Horse Camp provides a welcoming environment for both horse and rider, featuring community fire pits and ample space for your horses.
  • At Harry Osborne State Forest, you can enjoy dry camping with access to trails, although be prepared for a lack of potable water.
  • Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campsite is conveniently located near Langley, making it easy to explore the charming town while having your horse nearby.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • Greenstone Farm Camping offers electric hookups and a serene rural setting, perfect for a relaxing stay with your horse.
  • The Dungeness Recreation Area features spacious sites and is pet-friendly, allowing you to enjoy the outdoors with your horse.
  • At Collins Campground, you can find a peaceful atmosphere with river access, ideal for cooling off after a day of riding.

Equestrian campgrounds include unique features

  • Lily and Lizard Lakes provides a picturesque hiking experience, making it a great spot for those who enjoy both riding and exploring.
  • The Evergreen State Fairgrounds is well-suited for vendors and event-goers, offering essential amenities like water and electric hookups.
  • Layton Hill Horse Camp features a community fire pit area and is a great base for exploring nearby lavender farms.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Oak Harbor, WA is Dungeness Recreation Area with a 4.4-star rating from 22 reviews.

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