Best Equestrian Camping in Washington

Do you love the outdoors and horses? If you're looking for a rustic but not uncomfortable experience, horse camping in Washington may be the way to go. It's easy to find a Washington campground for horse camping with the Dyrt. The Dyrt can help you find the perfect equestrian sites that are scenic and easy to access.

Best Equestrian Sites in Washington (101)

    Camper-submitted photo from Salt Creek Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Salt Creek Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Salt Creek Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Salt Creek Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Salt Creek Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Salt Creek Recreation Area

    1. Salt Creek Recreation Area

    50 Reviews
    159 Photos
    945 Saves
    Joyce, Washington

    Salt Creek Recreation Area County Park has national park aesthetics, with County Park amenities. The 196-acre Park includes upland forests, rocky bluffs, rocky tide pools, sand beach, Salt Creek access, campsites, and panoramic views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Crescent Bay, and Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Salt Creek is a regional park that draws visitors from all areas of the northwest and is another one of Clallam County's premier parks. Many colleges and schools from all over the United States visit the Park to study and observe the marine life.

    The campground is open year round. There are 92 premium campsites, which include two camp host sites, located on a bluff above the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Approximately 73 of the 92 campsites have a view of the water.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $22 - $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Seaquest State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Seaquest State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Seaquest State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Seaquest State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Seaquest State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Seaquest State Park Campground

    2. Seaquest State Park Campground

    44 Reviews
    118 Photos
    221 Saves
    Silverlake, Washington

    Far in the Northwestern corner of the United States lies a world of magic, splendor, and mystical beauty. Perched atop the historical Mount St. Helens, Seaquest State Park is the home-base for thousands of volcanic visitors year round. Most notable for its proximity to the Mount St. Helens Visitors Center, this park is the home base for hikers, explorers, tourists, and adventures alike. It’s not just the volcanic aftermath that makes this area so special. Even before the eruption, Gifford-Pinchot National Forest has always been known for its dense foliage, as well as its beautiful lakes, tributaries, and waterfalls.

    When it comes to nearby attractions, the area is packed with them. Miles and miles of trails fork and wind throughout the park. Beyond the confines of the park’s boundaries are numerous additional trailheads, all offering something unique to those seeking it. Perhaps the most popular trail nearby is the Monitor Ridge trail. This 10 miles round trip excursion will have you climbing 2,000 vertical ft. through grassy meadows and winding forest paths. The last 1,000 feet are especially difficult due to the volcanic debris and soot that cakes your clothes. However when you finally reach the domed summit, you’ll be pleased with your efforts. Massive and expansive, the St. Helens dome is unlike any other scenic viewpoint in the US. Nowhere else can you see the true force and impact of Mother Nature’s wrath.

    Nearby, the Mount St. Helens Ape Caves give visitors a chance to traverse through the labyrinth of volcanic caves left behind by magma runs during the the eruption. Today, the caves are a popular attraction for families and explorers. There’s two separate options, one which is well-lit and suited for families. The other option will send you through a pitch black adventure trekking the depths of the craggy, drippy tunnels. If planning to visit, be sure to bring a strong flashlight or kerosene lantern, as you’ll be unable to enter otherwise.

    Camping in Seaquest State Park is relatively painless thanks to the 52 standard campsites, 18 partial-hookup sites, and 15 full-service sites. RVers, tent campers, van travelers, and anyone else with a form of shelter should have no issues finding somewhere to stay here. Aside from standard camping accommodations, there are also full-service Yurts available for rental, complete with heaters to stay warm if you’re visiting in the chilly months.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Wenatchee State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Wenatchee State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Wenatchee State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Wenatchee State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Wenatchee State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Wenatchee State Park Campground

    3. Lake Wenatchee State Park Campground

    42 Reviews
    138 Photos
    465 Saves
    Leavenworth, Washington

    Lake Wenatchee State Park is a 489-acre camping park with 12,623-feet of waterfront on glacier-fed Lake Wenatchee and the Wenatchee River and is a great place for camping near Seattle. The park is bisected by the Wenatchee River, creating two distinct areas – south park, which features areas for camping, swimming and horseback riding, and north park, which is in a less developed, forested section of the park and a quarter-mile walk from the lake.

    The park has 155 tent spaces, 42 water and electric sites, one dump station, seven restrooms, and 16 showers. In addition, the park provides two ADA campsites. Call 509-763-3101 for more information.

    The south campground (sites 1 - 100) has parking pads 30 to 40-feet in length, with only two pull-through sites. Larger RVs and fifth-wheelers should use the north campground (sites 101 - 197) which includes 42 large pull-through utility sites. Maximum tents allowed are one family tent or up to two 2-3 man tents. Maximum vehicles allowed are two per site, additional vehicles may park in overflow areas.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground

    4. Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground

    39 Reviews
    175 Photos
    392 Saves
    Heisson, Washington

    Battle Ground Lake State Park is a forested camping park in the Cascade Mountain foothills; its proximity to Vancouver and Portland and its cool green lake make it a great escape from the bustle of city and suburbs.

    Children play in the shallow swim area under the watchful eyes of their picnicking parents, anglers float on the lake, hikers and campers take quiet strolls in the woods. On sunny weekends, laughter fills the playground, lakefront and kitchen areas. Whether you've come for a rest or a family play day, time spent at Battle Ground Lake will leave you refreshed and ready to tackle your life once again.

    PARK FEATURES The 280-acre park offers hiking, biking, horse trails and a primitive equestrian camping area. The spring-fed lake is attractive to swimmers and paddlers and is stocked with trout, making it a favorite of anglers.

    The park has 35 standard campsites, six partial-hookups sites, 15 primitive sites that require campers to hike up to half a mile from the parking lot, two primitive equestrian sites, four cabins, one RV dump station, two restrooms and four showers. Maximum site length is 35 feet (may have limited availability).

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Bowl and Pitcher Campground — Riverside State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Bowl and Pitcher Campground — Riverside State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Bowl and Pitcher Campground — Riverside State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Bowl and Pitcher Campground — Riverside State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Bowl and Pitcher Campground — Riverside State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Bowl and Pitcher Campground — Riverside State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Liberty Lake Regional Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Liberty Lake Regional Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Liberty Lake Regional Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Liberty Lake Regional Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Liberty Lake Regional Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Liberty Lake Regional Park

    6. Liberty Lake Regional Park

    23 Reviews
    65 Photos
    234 Saves
    Liberty Lake, Washington
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $25 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Tolt MacDonald Park, WA
    Camper-submitted photo from Tolt MacDonald Park, WA
    Camper-submitted photo from Tolt MacDonald Park, WA
    Camper-submitted photo from Tolt MacDonald Park, WA
    Camper-submitted photo from Tolt MacDonald Park, WA
    Camper-submitted photo from Tolt MacDonald Park, WA

    7. Tolt MacDonald Park, WA

    22 Reviews
    80 Photos
    245 Saves
    Carnation, Washington
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Dungeness Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Dungeness Recreation Area
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    Camper-submitted photo from Dungeness Recreation Area
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    Camper-submitted photo from Panther Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Panther Creek Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Panther Creek Campground

    9. Panther Creek Campground

    19 Reviews
    60 Photos
    230 Saves
    Carson, Washington

    Overview

    The Campground sits along Panther Creek at the intersection of the Pacific Crest Trail. Driving on FR65, 4.7 miles upstream from the campground, visitors can enjoy an easy hike to Panther Falls. __Campers can enjoy the privacy provided by a variety of shade-loving plants and a thick forest of cedars, ash, firs and alder.

    Recreation

    Hikers have close access to the Pacific Crest Trail, which spans 2,663 miles from Mexico to Canada. Outstanding scenic views are available all along this trail.

    Natural Features

    Located in southwest Washington State, the Gifford Pinchot National Forest encompasses 1.3 million acres and includes the 110,000-acre Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument established by Congress in 1982. Panther Creek Campground is located in the Mt. Adams Ranger District. Elevations here range between 1,200 feet at the Wind River Work Center, 12 miles north of Carson, WA and 12,276 feet at the summit of Mt. Adams. The Mount Adams Ranger District offers a diverse array of habitats and natural features, from old growth to second growth forest, wetland areas, low and high elevation meadows, glaciers, and low and high elevation lakes.

    Contact Info

    This location has limited staffing. Please call (509) 427-3677 for general information.

    Nearby Attractions

    Panther Creek Campground makes a great base to explore Mount Adams and the Columbia River Gorge. The town of Carson is nearby, which is known for its hot springs. It also has a golf course, restaurants and shopping.

    Charges & Cancellations

    Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. No-Shows A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. Refunds Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended. Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay. For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $25 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Potholes State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Potholes State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Potholes State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Potholes State Park Campground
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Recent Equestrian Reviews in Washington

715 Reviews of 101 Washington Campgrounds


  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bumping Lake Campground
    Oct. 21, 2024

    Bumping Lake Campground

    Beautiful lake with nice swimming areas

    Stayed here a few days a couple years ago and it was a great place. The campsites are nice and spacious with good privacy from other campers. The lake level was pretty low when we were there so you had to walk out a bit of distance to get to the water. But it's a nice sandy shore so great for the kids swimming and the water is so shallow for a long way out so you don't have to worry about the kids. It's a beautiful lake and nice area.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sadie Creek Campground
    Oct. 16, 2024

    Sadie Creek Campground

    Easy and beautiful!

    We drove right up. Notice said we needed a discover pass, which we didn’t have, nor did we have enough service to look up what it was. We winged it and and got the pass later in town. $30 for so many sites in WA so worth it. The sites were a bunch of drive ups in a ring with a pit toilet near by. Surrounded by trees and right on the way between Port Ángeles and Cape Flattery. Would do again!

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Silver Lake Park
    Oct. 10, 2024

    Silver Lake Park

    Clean nice campground

    Very nice campground,! Very nice campsite! And very clean restrooms ! And has a family restroom/shower room which makes it very nice! We love it are returning

  • Abrianna M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Snoqualmie River Dispersed Site
    Oct. 5, 2024

    South Fork Snoqualmie River Dispersed Site

    Beautiful but creepy

    Nice area by a creek, very peaceful and quiet during the day, a ton of people around and lots of passerby’s. As soon as it got dark, someone decided to sneak around my campsite with a flashlight and stand outside my tent for some time. Packed up quick and zoomed out of there, very uncomfortable and would not recommend for solo campers.

  • Samuel H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Fall Creek Campground
    Oct. 3, 2024

    Fall Creek Campground

    Neat Spot

    You are supposed to have a Washington State Discovery pass to stay here, also they want you to fill out self registration once you arrive, fyi there are no pens onsite to do so.

    This was a nice spot to stay the night, clean, nice picnic tables and fire pits, one pit toilet.

  • Wood M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Beacon Rock State Park Campground
    Sep. 25, 2024

    Beacon Rock State Park Campground

    Nice trails nearby.

    If you enjoy hiking, this is a great campground with many beautiful trails to explore. The bathroom is clean and there's free hot shower.  There's a country store 2 miles west of here you can get firewood and some supplies. Sites are a little less private and occasionally I heard train passing by from the nearby railway (bring ear plugs if you are a light sleeper).  Check our videos for details: https://youtu.be/BrSpGhdefQ0?si=dVS7YPTZX8AplUVL

  • DL M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Potholes State Park Campground
    Sep. 24, 2024

    Potholes State Park Campground

    Perch Point nice shade and breeze

    T mobile 5G. Dead fish and algae in the lake- green speckles. The water is green. The picnic tables are partially buried in the sand. The discovery pass including the processing fee was $13. The sites are big and well spaced along the reservoir shoreline. Saw about 3 Pit toilets equally spaced along the shore line. Nice old trees providing shade. Nice breeze to close the day. Can't see any flies.

  • Matthew Y.
    Camper-submitted photo from Snag Lake Campground
    Sep. 9, 2024

    Snag Lake Campground

    Terrible campground

    I pulled up and it looked abandoned and unsafe—something from a horror movie. The bathroom literally had trash dumped out in front and the some of the campsites were unkept. It's trek to get back there for such disappointment. Left as soon as I could, ended up sleeping at a rest area.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Silver Lake Park
    Sep. 6, 2024

    Silver Lake Park

    Beautiful campground and lake

    We live about a 20 min drive from silver lake. We go often , sometimes to just go hike around the trails and have lunch, we also take day trips to the lake there and go kayaking and ALWAYS have fun there nice big lake and fun for the kiddos too! Easy boat launch access! And we do camp there a couple times a year we love the camp site layouts and availability

  • Kevin W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Riffe Lake Campground
    Sep. 5, 2024

    Riffe Lake Campground

    Riffe Lake RV/Tent Camping

    They have several back-in spots, some with partial hookups and some with full hookups. Most of the spots are well-shaded from the trees. A specific area is designated for tents only, and some cabins can also be rented. It was a 5-minute walk downhill to reach the lake, which had a very long and nice boat ramp deep enough to accommodate just about any boat. Regarding cell service, I got 3 bars of LTE with my iPhone. Overall, it was a nice, quiet, shady place to visit, and I will definitely be back.

  • DL M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from American Legion Park
    Sep. 4, 2024

    American Legion Park

    $10/ night limited dogs warm showers

    Nice park beside very slow river adjacent to busy road. No dogs on grass. Garbage. Picnic tables. Shaded. Stay 72 hours. Warm shower. Flush toilet. $10/night/vehicle or tent

  • cThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campsite - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
    Aug. 28, 2024

    Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campsite - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    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.

  • mark A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Barn Valley - closed
    Aug. 21, 2024

    Barn Valley - closed

    Barn valley has been sold and is not open for camping at this time

    I was unhappy we could not find this place on Hipcamp.

    I was excited to find it on dyrt.com

    I am sad the former owner emailed me to explain he had sold it to a neighbor and it is not available.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Panther Creek Campground
    Aug. 9, 2024

    Panther Creek Campground

    Lots of privacy

    A nice, woodsy campground, with lots of privacy between camp sites. Nice flat and level outlined areas for us tent campers. Only down side was that it was a bit of a hike to the restroom (the National Forest site map showed one near the entrance where there wasn't one).  While I reserved, mid-week there were a number of open sites for those without reservations. Some of the sites are really large and can handle a bigger group. Some PCT hikers stayed here due trail closure further north due to forest fire.  Would recommend.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenstone Farm Camping
    Aug. 8, 2024

    Greenstone Farm Camping

    Wonderful location with fabulous view of Mt Baker

    Really nice farm with a great mountain view.  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.  Hosts were helpful and responsive.  All around a great weekend.  Thank you.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Alta Lake State Park Campground
    Aug. 5, 2024

    Alta Lake State Park Campground

    Had a great time! Going again!

    This place was so fun we plan to go back again in September! Even though the sites were close together, we still felt like we had a lot of privacy. There were lots of paths to take our kids for walks or bike rides. And the swimming area at the lake was really nice. They even had a snack shack! The only thing that was missing was a better playground. There was a slide, and that was about it.

  • Katy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Teanaway Campground
    Aug. 3, 2024

    Teanaway Campground

    Quiet camping in forest

    About a 20 minute drive from Clu Elum. Free with a Discovery Pass but no one checked while I was there. Plenty of spots even late on a Friday. No water or trash but some vault toilets

  • Tia A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Snoqualmie River Dispersed Site
    Aug. 1, 2024

    South Fork Snoqualmie River Dispersed Site

    Little pocket of peace.

    A lit if the spots are on the smaller side, so we had a bit of trouble finding one that could fit our motorhome, but it was worth it. The place is beautiful. Super dark at night, and besides the sound from the interstate and cars driving up and down, it's quite. Even with the noise, it's peaceful and perfect for a little getaway. We have Verizon and have decent service, even with crappy weather.

  • Jenna B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Walupt Lake Campground
    Jul. 29, 2024

    Walupt Lake Campground

    Beautiful and serene

    Sites were super shaded. Lots of trees for some privacy. Easy lake access close by. Only complaint is that it’s deeep in the woods and took a while on a gravel road to get there but that’s not a real problem is it. Lots of mosquitoes in July so bring your bug spray. Toilets are vault toilets I’d bring extra TP just in case. And bring your paddle board or kayak!

  • Patrick J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Silver Lake Park
    Jul. 26, 2024

    Silver Lake Park

    Clean, quiet, relaxing and well done.

    Great campground. Love the lake. Easy access for our kayak. Beautiful lake for fishing as well. The cleanest restrooms and showers that I have ever experienced camping. We have been here three times now. No sewer, but the dump area is quiet and efficient. Beautiful woods and hiking available as well. We will be back.

  • P
    Camper-submitted photo from Seaquest State Park Campground
    Jul. 25, 2024

    Seaquest State Park Campground

    Great Spot for Exploring Mount Saint Helens

    I gave this park a high rating primarily because of its location. It is a great place to launch your Mount Saint Helens exploration, with a Washington State Visitor Center you can walk to from the campground. We had hookups but our site was very close to the site next to us and we had no privacy there. If you don’t need hookups, I would recommend the loop that has 32 - 54. These were much more private and actually had better Wi-Fi than our location. Bathrooms are convenient and have free showers. There was better hot water at the bathroom on the loop with sites 32 - 54.