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Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground features eight sites specifically designed for equestrians, each equipped with corrals for horses. Located near Astoria, Oregon, this campground offers electric hookups, water access, and sewer connections for RVs, while maintaining a secluded forest setting that keeps crowds minimal. The campground includes both dedicated horse camping areas and a separate loop with three smaller sites for tent and RV campers without horses. Each site provides a picnic table and metal fire ring. Hand pumps supply drinking water, and dish washing stations are distributed throughout the grounds. The horse campsites remain clean and quiet even during peak season.
Rainbow Falls State Park Campground includes designated horse camp sites alongside its standard and partial hookup camping areas. Located near Chehalis, Washington, the campground provides access to the Willapa Hills hiking trail and offers river access for horses and riders. The forested setting includes electric hookups, drinking water, and shower facilities that require tokens for operation. The campground remains open year-round and maintains clean bathroom facilities. A large playing field near the campground provides open space for activities. The surrounding landscape features pastures and fields adjacent to forested areas, creating diverse riding environments. Midweek visits often find the campground with ample availability even during summer months, though weekend occupancy increases significantly.
"The trails around it were fun and led from the camp right up to the beach by the old ship wreck. My kids ages 2-14 always had something to do and we brought our bikes."
"Extensive walking/biking paths and beautiful shady sites. I now have a camper van and stop by frequently to use the dump station."
from $17 - $162 / night
Check Availability"Two drive in sites the rest are walk in. A couple that are a short walk. Great fishing in the lake year round. The road up to campground is pretty rough. Lots of washboard."
"There's a couple spots for a bigger truck camper like ours and a handful of secluded tent sites you can walk to from the parking area."
from $58 - $68 / night
Check Availability"Forested campground with large playing field nearby. Willapa Hills hiking trail nearby, river access with some swimming available (but no designated areas or lifeguards)."
"27 for sites that are near the entrance. Nothing wrong with these sites, just that they are small and kind of close together and exposed, almost like overflow sites."
from $27 - $45 / night
Check Availability"Showers and clean bath rooms available plus a small store for your wood and forgotten marshmallow needs... close to the beach and equestrian friendly... this is where we always stay!"
"Just a five minute walk from the beach."
"This is a wonderful campground far enough off the beaten path and being listed has a horse camp most likely keeps the crowds down. "
"While primarily a horse-friendly campsite, there are few RV/tent sites, but definitely not friendly for larger RVs."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"There are hiking trails close by but be sure to do your homework because there are many trails that allow ATV, horses, bikes, and people on them."
"There is a bunch of awesome trails with beautiful surroundings for every level of hikers and if you can find your way to Porter Falls, you definitely wont be disappointed with the view!"
TravelerWe have gone and stayed in many of their sites. Very roomy sites and Richard the care taker is an amazing camp host! He has always made our stay wonderful. Showers and clean bath rooms available plus a small store for your wood and forgotten marshmallow needs... close to the beach and equestrian friendly... this is where we always stay!
LegendWe had the campground to our self midweek. This is a wonderful campground far enough off the beaten path and being listed has a horse camp most likely keeps the crowds down. While this is a horse campground, only 8 of the sites are for horse campers, a small tent/RV camping loop of 3 sites is also available, but the parking pads are small so don't think most RVs will fit in the spots. Each campsite has a picnic table and metal fire ring. Nice flat ground for your tent with plenty of shade from the large trees. Campground has a hand pump for water. Dish wash stations are through out the campground for pouring out you dish water. The horse camp sites all have corrals for the horses. Nice hiking trail starts at the tent camping area, "Big Tree Trail" will take you past some monster sized trees. This will be a campground we return to the next time we visit Oregon
TravelerThis Campsite is in the woods and does not have basic amenities. It's a very rustic outdoor experience, Frequented by ATV and motorcycle and mountain biking people. There is a latrine here but no water hookups. There is a large creek running alongside some of the campsites. There are hiking trails close by but be sure to do your homework because there are many trails that allow ATV, horses, bikes, and people on them. Over all this is a great place to go if you want to get away.
ScoutI grew up in Washington state camping and when people say a campground is buggy, I take it with a grain of salt, usually. This campground has BUGS, huge mosquitos that do not quit biting. They made it difficult to be outside. On top of that, the sites have you packed in like sardines with no privacy. The only reason I gave this campground 2 stars was the walking paths off of the campground to get some exercise (still not forgiving on the bugs, in fact, even worse) and we was an elk the morning we were leaving. Otherwise, most likely won't be back to this campground.
TravelerDispersed sites - most standard, but some partial hook up sites available. Forested campground with large playing field nearby. Willapa Hills hiking trail nearby, river access with some swimming available (but no designated areas or lifeguards). Showers available/uses tokens.
Horse camp sites too!
GuideLoved this State Park! The trails around it were fun and led from the camp right up to the beach by the old ship wreck. My kids ages 2-14 always had something to do and we brought our bikes. The camping sites and RV sites are cheap compared to Utah, Washington and Idaho rates, but they were also very nice! A little close together but nice. You have to book your site months in advance at this place because it fills up fast. So much to do in this area! Close to seaside, the fort Stevens retired military site was free and interesting-with a scavenger hunt and prize at the end for the kids who complete it. Also, close to Astoria which also has many things to do! Loved that it was close enough to drive over the Columbia River to get to Washington to see the light houses!
Campground info
174 full-hookup sites (36 pull-through) 302 electrical sites with water (11 pull-through) Six tent sites with water nearby 15 yurts (7 pet-friendly) 11 deluxe cabins (5 pet-friendly) Hiker/biker camp Flush toilets and hot showers RV dump station Adult and Youth Bike Rentals 9-hole Columbia Shore Disc Golf Course
ScoutI've stayed in the cabins a few times, always a great experience. Extensive walking/biking paths and beautiful shady sites. I now have a camper van and stop by frequently to use the dump station. They have $5 suggested donation, totally worth it for the cleanliness and ease of use. The station is conveniently located next to the park entrance, quick and easy.
ScoutI should have done a little more research before reserving a spot as this was not what I was looking for. There were pastures and fields surrounding the campground which was set back in a part of forrest. The street in front of the campground was a main road that cars and tractors drove up and down all day. All of the other campers were quiet and respectful but the location was not what we had hoped for. As far as recreation goes, neither we nor our neighbors could find the falls. There were regular flush toilets available and it was decently clean. Plenty of field space and climbing toys for families. We stayed in site 48 which was away from the other campsites but near the entrance to the campground and close to the road.
GuideWow, what a hidden gem of a campsite. While primarily a horse-friendly campsite, there are few RV/tent sites, but definitely not friendly for larger RVs. My 2001 Tacoma with a RTT was perfect, but I don’t think the sites are built for large-ish RVs. The scenery around the campground was gorgeous, the bathrooms were clean, there were trails one could take to explore around, and the road in was in great condition. Overall, I highly recommend this site. There were even water dump spots for kitchen water.
Ocean Park, Washington sits at the northern end of the Long Beach Peninsula with an elevation of around 20 feet above sea level. The area experiences mild but rainy winters and cool summers with frequent coastal fog. Horse trails wind through nearby forests with varying terrain from sandy coastal paths to forested routes, making this region popular for equestrian camping during the May to October season.
Beach riding access: At Fort Stevens State Park Campground, equestrians can explore coastal riding opportunities. "There is sooo much to do in this area! It's rich with history and we could have easily spent another week touring around," notes Jill T. The park includes both beach access and forested trails.
Hiking trails: The Willapa Hills trail system offers miles of converted rail-trails suitable for day hikes. A visitor to Porter Creek mentioned, "There is a bunch of awesome trails with beautiful surroundings for every level of hikers and if you can find your way to Porter Falls, you definitely wont be disappointed with the view!"
Fishing spots: Stocked lakes provide excellent fishing near campgrounds. At Snag Lake Campground, a visitor reported, "It's stocked with trout. We saw many fishermen catch a lot of fish in a short time." Morning hours (6-9am) typically offer the best catches during summer months.
Secluded forest settings: Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground offers dense forest camping with minimal crowds. According to Dexter I., "This is a wonderful campground far enough off the beaten path and being listed has a horse camp most likely keeps the crowds down." The campground remains peaceful even during peak season.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained amenities at equestrian-focused sites. At Screamin' Eagle Campground, one reviewer noted, "Very clean restrooms. Manager was great." Another added, "The bathroom and shower stalls were clean" and mentioned it was "a short walk from the beach."
Horse-friendly designs: Dedicated equestrian sites feature practical layouts for horse camping. At Northrup Creek, "The horse camp sites all have corrals for the horses" and provide "nice flat ground for your tent with plenty of shade from the large trees."
Seasonal variations: Most equestrian campgrounds near Ocean Park operate between May and November. Daniel S. called Northrup Creek "a hidden gem of a campground" but noted the seasonal limitations affect availability.
Road conditions: Access roads to some horse camps require careful driving. At Snag Lake Campground, one camper advised, "The road up to campground is pretty rough. Lots of washboard." Another mentioned, "A bit of a climb for our truck camper so 4x4 was handy."
Reservation requirements: Most equestrian campsites require advance bookings. At Rainbow Falls State Park Campground, "Some sites are huge and others are tiny so be sure to check out the pictures beforehand to know what you're booking." Weekend occupancy increases significantly during summer months.
Open play areas: Rainbow Falls State Park Campground provides ample space for children's activities. One family mentioned, "There is a large field with a playground, pavilion, and playground." Another visitor added, "Big open field for playing, horseshoe pits, small playground, river trail, and fishing."
Swimming options: Rivers and lakes offer swimming opportunities during warm months. At Rainbow Falls, "We loved that this was right by the river and we could go swimming." Water temperatures range from 55-65°F even during summer.
Educational experiences: Many parks offer junior ranger programs or interpretive trails. At Fort Stevens, one parent shared, "We brought the kids and expected to listen to their complaints the whole time, but they were intrigued by everything!"
Site selection for horse trailers: Choose sites designed for equestrian rigs. At Williams Park Campground on the North Nemah River, "Beautiful grassy areas" provide space for both horses and trailers with easy access to riding trails.
Hookup limitations: Many horse-focused campgrounds offer only basic services. Marlisa W. recommends checking reviews carefully since amenities vary widely between equestrian campgrounds in the region. Some sites have electric hookups but limited water access.
Size restrictions: Most equestrian campgrounds can't accommodate large RVs. At Northrup Creek, a camper noted it's "definitely not friendly for larger RVs" and that "the parking pads are small so don't think most RVs will fit in the spots." Rigs under 28 feet generally work best.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Ocean Park, WA is Fort Stevens State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 155 reviews.
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