Littleton Horse Camp serves equestrian campers with large sites that accommodate horse trailers and tent camping. Located 45 miles west of Sequim in the Olympic National Forest, the camp connects directly to forest trails without requiring trailer transport to trailheads. The primitive campground provides vault toilets and fire rings at each site, though potable water isn't available and must be packed in. Sites remain relatively private with natural vegetation between camping areas.
What to do
Trail riding opportunities: At Sage Horse Camp, riders can access a network of trails directly from camp. "The area is beautiful and was a good base for a hike and going to the lavender farms in town," notes Lillie P.
Beach exploration: The Dungeness Recreation Area provides access to the Dungeness Spit where visitors can walk to a lighthouse. "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," reports Ryan L.
Tidepooling: At Salt Creek Recreation Area, campers can explore coastal ecosystems. "There are several ways to access a beach and tide pools during low tide!" according to Kier S., who adds that the campground offers "flush toilets and showers!!!"
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Many equestrian campgrounds near Sequim, Washington offer good separation between camping areas. At Collins Campground, "There is a good amount of space between most campsites. Each one has a fire ring and picnic table," notes Heartworn H.
River access: Several horse camps feature water access. According to Lawrence F., at Collins Campground, "All sites except two have river or stream access. Getting to the water from the remaining sites, one of which is very private and the other very public, is difficult."
Clean facilities: Despite being primitive, many horse campgrounds maintain their facilities well. At Lyre River State Forest campground, visitors appreciate that "bathrooms are kept pretty clean and well stocked," according to Abby K.
What you should know
Reservation policies: Most horse campgrounds near Sequim operate on a first-come, first-served basis. At Littleton Horse Camp, Spencer J. explains, "The camp is usually for horse people but unoccupied spots are up for grabs after six."
Water availability: Potable water isn't available at all sites. Kaelin M. notes about Collins Campground: "No drinking water access I could find and the directions said to get water from the nearby trail head pump but that pump is broken so bring water or a filter."
Road conditions: Access roads to some sites may be rough. Asia M. warns about Collins Campground: "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."
Tips for camping with families
Look for playgrounds: When bringing children to horse camps near Sequim, some sites offer play areas. At Dungeness Recreation Area, Melissa J. shares: "This campground is great for families and people with kids. There are playgrounds near the bathrooms."
Consider site spacing: For family groups, look for campgrounds with clustered sites. Lawrence F. notes about Collins Campground: "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."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Children enjoy animal sightings at regional campgrounds. At Dungeness Recreation Area, campers can "take 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," suggests Melissa J.
Tips from RVers
Site size considerations: While many horse campgrounds accommodate RVs, space varies by location. At Sadie Creek Campground, Shari G. notes, "There's just a handful of sites situated in a line at the end of a large parking area for the OHV access trails nearby, but they are lovely."
Dump station locations: Plan for waste disposal when visiting horse camps without onsite facilities. At Dungeness Recreation Area, Alex S. advises, "There is a dumpsite on the way out of the park convenient for RVers who dry camped."
Limited hookups: Most equestrian campgrounds provide basic amenities only. Dwight F. reports that at Dungeness Recreation Area, campsites cost "$40 for a site per nite. We were ok with that as we have been paying $12 in the cascades."
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