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Margaret McKenny Equestrian Campground features horse corrals and direct access to trails for riders. Located in Olympia, Washington, this campground allows pets and provides basic amenities for campers with horses, including picnic tables and toilets. Multiple trails and logging roads are accessible from the campground, making it well-suited for horseback riding throughout the area. Green Mountain has about five tent spots with picnic tables and fire pits for equestrian campers. The campground is only open on weekends and accommodates horses in multiple stalls located in a common area.
Trails at Green Mountain are open to hiking, horseback riding, and motorcycles, creating diverse recreational options for equestrian campers. Located close to Bremerton, Silverdale, and other Kitsap County areas, this campground provides convenient access for local riders seeking weekend horse camping near Wauna and the surrounding region. The area connects to multiple trails and logging roads for extended riding opportunities. Green Mountain offers easy trail access without requiring extensive travel from nearby population centers. Campers should note that motorcycle traffic on shared trails can create noise at both campgrounds. A permit is required for camping at Margaret McKenny, and visitors should check seasonal availability before planning their trip with horses.
"Easy access to ORV trails. Expect lots of noise from off-road vehicles and music."
"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."
"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. "
from $12 - $45 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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."
from $14 / night
Check Availability"We took the trail past Enchanted Valley and up to Marmot Lake, up to Lake Lacrosse, hopped over Ranger Pass (extremely difficult), and back down into the valley."
"Located 15 miles from Graves Creek Campground on a backcountry trail, this is a campsite that any true backpacker must experience."
"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!"
TravelerNice 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.
GuideVery secluded, deep wood camping. About an hour on unpaved road until you get to the actual camp but the drive is gorgeous! Old growth and new baby trees line the roads and there’s about 10+ little streams along the way. The bugs weren’t too bad with citronella bracelets and candles but bring bug spray if you like. There’s river access and lots of trails to explore. There’s even horse trails and a huge horse stall area for a group site/horse trailer.
We drove past 3 piles of bear scat along the dirt road into the campground, which was fine. Our dog growled into the woods a couple of times while on some nature walk which was a little worrisome but with the right tools, actions and preventative things we were fine.
RangerIt’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.
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.
ScoutNice open sites with space for multiple vehicles or trailers. Easy access to ORV trails. Expect lots of noise from off-road vehicles and music.
GuideWhat 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.
LegendThis 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.
GuideLangley 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.
LegendThis is a pretty nice campground! There are 3 loops, one is dedicated to horses M-F. Both visits I arrived Sunday afternoon and found a few spots to pick from. There’s a vault toilet per loop. No trash, no water, no hook ups so come prepared. There’s a host onsite and they are very kind. You do need a discovery pass in order to stay and just register up front. Was able to get decent sun for my solar so was able to stay for a couple of days with no issues. There’s hiking trails all around you!
Margaret McKenny Equestrian Campground offers horseback riders dedicated facilities with corral spaces for overnight stays. Located within Capitol State Forest near Olympia, this campground sits at approximately 400 feet elevation in western Washington's temperate rainforest zone. The area receives about 50 inches of annual rainfall, creating lush surroundings but also muddy trail conditions during wet seasons.
Trail riding access: Margaret McKenny provides direct access to multiple forest trails. As one visitor notes, "Trails at Green Mountain are open to hiking, horseback riding, and motorcycles" with connections to "multiple trails and logging roads for extended riding opportunities."
Overnight horse camping: Green Mountain offers dedicated equestrian camping with basic amenities. A camper reports, "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."
Water recreation: Collins Campground provides river access for cooling off after trail rides. A visitor mentions, "Really beautiful little camping spot. Whimsical river access. 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."
Riverside camping: Equestrian campers appreciate spots near water sources. At Collins Campground, "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."
Proximity to urban centers: Tahuya River Campground offers horse-friendly camping without long drives. Campers appreciate that it's a "Nice campground it's pretty open but nice and quiet," though access requires navigating "Dirt road, lots of potholes, lots of fun."
Corral facilities: Horse owners value the dedicated spaces at Margaret McKenny. One camper explained, "We have thoroughly enjoyed ourselves every time we have called at Margaret McKenny! The camp hosts Steve and Ginny are helpful, kind and keep it maintained well."
Permit requirements: Capitol Forest sites require proper documentation. A visitor to Margaret McKenny explains, "You do need a discovery pass in order to stay and just register up front. Was able to get decent sun for my solar so was able to stay for a couple of days with no issues."
Seasonal operations: Most equestrian sites have limited availability. Green Mountain has restricted access as noted: "Only open on weekends."
Mixed-use trails: Porter Creek trails serve multiple user groups. A camper advises, "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."
Site selection: Choose spots away from trail noise. At Green Mountain, "Can be noisy due to dirt bike traffic."
River access safety: Millersylvania State Park offers supervised water access for families with horses. A visitor notes, "The beach is the main attraction and it is hopping. We went early in the morning and staked a claim and were happy all day. There is a nice shallow area and two large swimming areas as well as a fishing dock."
Facility planning: Some sites lack amenities. At Margaret McKenny, "If you looking for a dry camp escape this is a nice place. Definitely don't recommend for a camper. It is also first come first serve."
Access considerations: Many equestrian sites have challenging roads. Porter Creek has "Easy to find, fairly secluded sites available (15 and 16) and right on the river which is so beautiful."
Campsite setup: Tolt MacDonald Park offers RV-friendly sites with horse facilities nearby. A camper reports, "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. Nice setting lots of outdoor and indoor activities with in a short drive."
Utility limitations: Most equestrian sites have minimal hookups. At Margaret McKenny, "Entire campground has decent roads but go extra extra slow in areas. Their are also couple nice campground public toilets but NO water or power. Bring sewer if able."
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