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Best Equestrian Camping near Tacoma, WA

116 Reviews

Green Mountain Campground features horse stalls in a common area, providing horseback riders convenient access to multiple trails and logging roads. Horses, hikers, and motorcycles share the trail system, creating a mixed-use recreation area popular with equestrians. The campground contains approximately five tent sites equipped with picnic tables and fire pits. Located in Kitsap County, Green Mountain offers proximity to Bremerton and Silverdale while maintaining a natural forest setting. Restroom facilities are available but no drinking water, showers, or other amenities. The horse stalls are centrally located rather than at individual campsites, encouraging interaction among equestrians staying at the campground.

Sahara Creek DNR Horse Camp near Ashford serves equestrian campers with facilities designed specifically for those traveling with horses. Drinking water is available on-site, along with toilets and trash disposal. The campground accommodates larger vehicles and horse trailers with big-rig friendly access roads and ample parking areas. Trail riding opportunities connect directly from the campground to surrounding forest areas. The campground operates seasonally, with closures possible during winter months. Equestrians should note that fire restrictions may apply depending on conditions. Campsites include picnic tables for comfortable dining after a day on the trails. Sites are first-come, first-served rather than reservable, so arriving early during peak riding season is advisable.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Tacoma, Washington (18)

    1. Millersylvania State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Tenino, WA
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 226-7688

    $12 - $45 / night

    "This is a very nice, typical Washington state park with plenty of trees, greenery, hiking, pathways and even a lake."

    "This is a beautiful park located on Deep Lake just outside of Olympia.  The park itself is huge offering lots of options for campers.  "

    2. Crista Ministries - Crista Camps- Island Lake Camp-Poulsbo

    1 Review
    Wauna, WA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 697-1212

    3. Tolt MacDonald Park, WA

    22 Reviews
    Carnation, WA
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (206) 205-5434

    "The campground is next to a classy laundromat, and I say classy because it’s probably one of the nicest laundromats in the area that even has a dumpsite for RVs."

    "The campground is in 500+ acre Tolt-McDonald Park, far enough away from any busy road so that there is no traffic noise, just the sound of the Tolt River rapids."

    4. Green Mountain

    2 Reviews
    Seabeck, WA
    28 miles
    Website

    "Nice clean camping area with easy access to multiple trails and logging roads. Trails are open to hiking horseback riding and motorcycles. Camp ground has multiple horse stalls in a common area."

    5. South Fork Snoqualmie River Dispersed Site

    18 Reviews
    Snoqualmie Pass, WA
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (425) 888-1421

    "Lovely area such beautiful surroundings."

    "Very cool spot with new generation trees growing out of old generation stumps, close to river for water, very popular spot so found a lot of trash but loved the sites and hiking trails nearby"

    6. Kammenga Canyon Campground

    1 Review
    Belfair, WA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 825-1631

    "Easy access to ORV trails. Expect lots of noise from off-road vehicles and music."

    7. Tahuya River Campground

    2 Reviews
    Lilliwaup, WA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 374-6131

    8. Sahara Creek DNR Horse Camp

    7 Reviews
    Ashford, WA
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 902-1125

    $30 / night

    "Lots of horses here which is enjoyable. An ADA trail is level for walking the dog.
    Shooting range is close by, doesn’t bother me but it’s pretty noisy."

    "However many are reserved for horse campers only. There is also a nice picnic shelter with closable sides for in climate weather and lovely trails. It’s also near Mount Rainier."

    9. Collins Campground

    7 Reviews
    Brinnon, WA
    40 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."

    10. Majestic Mobile Manor & RV Park

    2 Reviews
    La Grande, WA
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (253) 845-3144

    $65 - $71 / night

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116 Reviews of 18 Tacoma Campgrounds

  • Fern
    Aug. 12, 2022

    Sahara Creek DNR Horse Camp

    Nice campground

    Not sure why it says $30, this place is free WITH your Discover Pass, 7 day limit in a 30 day period.

    Vault toilets are pretty clean.

    There is NO trash here, pack it in, pack it out. Keep it clean. Lots of horses here which is enjoyable. An ADA trail is level for walking the dog.

    Shooting range is close by, doesn’t bother me but it’s pretty noisy. Can hear some highway noise, but again, hasn’t bothered me

    I depend 100% on solar. There is deep shade in all camp spots, I chose a fairly sunny spot, but it wasn’t enough to charge my batteries. Just a heads up.

    Will return if visiting rainier again :)

  • IThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 3, 2020

    Green Mountain

    Great Spot

    Nice clean camping area with easy access to multiple trails and logging roads. Trails are open to hiking horseback riding and motorcycles. Camp ground has multiple horse stalls in a common area. Only open on weekends.

  • Dene H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 1, 2020

    Tolt MacDonald Park, WA

    Sites on the Tolt River

    It’s right in the floodplain, so it is only enjoyable when it is not rainy season. This campground is south of Duvall, which is an affluent town with shops and things to do. The campground is next to a classy laundromat, and I say classy because it’s probably one of the nicest laundromats in the area that even has a dumpsite for RVs. There’s not a lot of privacy for the campsites. Good location for parking and exploring the east side of Lake Washington cities or access to mountains and hiking on I90.

  • VIKKY S.
    Jun. 25, 2018

    Porter Creek

    Great outdoor experience

    This 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.

  • Amy K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 8, 2025

    Sahara Creek DNR Horse Camp

    Beautiful equestrian campground

    Gorgeous site with large sites. However many are reserved for horse campers only. There is also a nice picnic shelter with closable sides for in climate weather and lovely trails. It’s also near Mount Rainier.

  • Kent R.
    Apr. 20, 2022

    Tolt MacDonald Park, WA

    Beautiful & Quiet Campground only 36 minutes from Seattle

    What a beautiful place! The campground is in 500+ acre Tolt-McDonald Park, far enough away from any busy road so that there is no traffic noise, just the sound of the Tolt River rapids. All the RV sites are drive-through, with water and 20, 30, and 50-Amp service. (There is a privately-run RV dump on the way to the park.) The sites are wide because of the driveway. No trees between sites, but some bushes between sites offer some privacy for the back half of the sites. The 17 RV sites are around a huge lawn, with the restroom building at one end, and a path down the middle that is part of a long, level, paved bike/walking trail. There is a shower in each restroom, so the whole building is heated (which was really nice, since the lows were in the 30s in April, 2022) Access to both rivers is at the South end of the RV loop. There are tent-only sites to the North, and also yurts and more tent sites across a picturesque foot bridge over the Snoqualmie River. There are carts available to roll your stuff over the footbridge.

  • Corinna B.
    Apr. 3, 2019

    Millersylvania State Park Campground

    Nice State Park with Plenty to Do. Lake, Hiking, Store.

    This is a very nice, typical Washington state park with plenty of trees, greenery, hiking, pathways and even a lake. There's a camp store along with several large outdoor kitchens that would be good to use for groups. Many of the structures like the kitchens and even bathrooms were built back in the 1930s by the CCC, which is pretty cool. It's just far enough off I-5 to not have the freeway noise, but close enough to be convenient. It's also nearby to Great Wolf Lodge if you're looking for a place to stay near there.

    On the other hand, the RV sites especially are basically in a big field with a cement road going around it. The sites have tables and fire pits, but no privacy what-so-ever. The tent sites are slightly better, with more trees, but still very close to one another.

    The campground also has glamping available (canvas permanent tents) that looked cool.

  • T
    Nov. 16, 2022

    Kammenga Canyon Campground

    Great spot for ORV camping

    Nice open sites with space for multiple vehicles or trailers. Easy access to ORV trails. Expect lots of noise from off-road vehicles and music.

  • Charyl B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 6, 2020

    Sahara Creek DNR Horse Camp

    I love Free Camping

    If you have a Discover Pass already you are good to go. Love of area for Horses, trailers and regular camping. Vault toilets. No views but who doesn’t like Free?

Guide to Tacoma

Horse camping in Washington offers a unique blend of scenic trails and well-equipped facilities for equestrian enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of options to explore.

Equestrian campgrounds include essential amenities

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • At Kammenga Canyon Campground, you can enjoy easy access to ORV trails, perfect for those who want to combine horseback riding with off-road adventures.
  • Green Mountain provides access to multiple trails suitable for hiking, horseback riding, and even motorcycles, making it a versatile destination.
  • Fall Creek Campground is near hiking trails and a creek, offering a serene environment for both riders and their horses.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused features

  • Tahuya River Campground allows pets and has picnic tables, making it a family-friendly option for horse camping.
  • Porter Creek features sites near a beautiful creek, providing a scenic backdrop for your equestrian adventures.
  • Dragon's Gate Gardens offers spacious reservable sites and access to trails, ensuring a comfortable stay for horse campers.

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Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Tacoma, WA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Tacoma, WA is Millersylvania State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 34 reviews.

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