Best Equestrian Camping near Wilsondale, WV
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Wilsondale, WV (10)
1. Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
Auxier, Kentucky15 Reviews•10 Photos•29 SavesThis recreation area is part of Dewey Lake
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
- Equestrian
- Cabins
2. Chief Logan State Park Campground
Logan, West Virginia6 Reviews•57 Photos•46 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$16 / night
3. Ashland Huntington West KOA
Grayson, Kentucky15 Reviews•40 Photos•18 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
4. Breaks Interstate Park Campground
Breaks, Virginia20 Reviews•101 Photos•101 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$20 - $30 / night
5. German Bridge - Dewey Lake
Dewey Lake, Kentucky4 Reviews•4 Photos•8 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Equestrian
6. Ole Henry's Camping retreat
Chapmanville, West Virginia1 Review•23 Photos•16 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$20 / night
7. Greenbo Lake State Resort Park
Greenup, Kentucky16 Reviews•25 Photos•42 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
8. Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius
Pedro, Ohio8 Reviews•19 Photos•146 SavesOverview
Iron Ridge is one of two campgrounds in the Vesuvius Recreation Area in southeastern Ohio's Wayne National Forest. Iron Ridge offers a great location for outdoor recreation, with activities like boating, swimming and fishing on Lake Vesuvius. Horseback riding and hiking are also available in the rolling hills surrounding the campground.
Recreation
Boating, fishing and swimming on Lake Vesuvius are the area's most popular activities. Anglers may catch bass, catfish, crappie or bluegill. More than 40 miles of trails exist in the area, with trailheads beginning at or near the campground. A 1/2-mile hiking trail connects the campground to Lake Vesuvius. Lake Shore Trail offers an 8-mile loop around the lake and shorter trails lead to Rock House Cave, a grand, tunnel-like sandstone cave that was once used by Native Americans for shelter.
Natural Features
Iron Ridge Campground is located on a wooded ridge above 143-acre Lake Vesuvius. A scenic forest of mature eastern hardwoods covers the area.
Nearby Attractions
The closest town is Ironton, Ohio, less than 10 miles from the campground.
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- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
9. Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
Pedro, Ohio6 Reviews•21 Photos•77 SavesOverview
Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area, named for the old Vesuvius iron furnace, is the Wayne National Forest's premier developed recreation site. The 143-acre lake and 1,200-acre complex provides the perfect spot for a getaway.
Recreation
Lake Vesuvius is a popular location for swimming and fishing. Anglers may catch bass, catfish, crappie and bluegill. A boat ramp is located on-site. A swimming beach is located at Big Bend. A large playing field and multiple hiking trails are available within the recreation area. The accessible 1/3-mile boardwalk along the southwest edge of the lake provides an opportunity for a leisurely stroll through the area, and the slightly longer 1/2-mile Longbow Archery Trail, accesses at least 25 field targets for shooting practice. The area boasts more than 25 miles of hiking trails and more than 45 miles of horseback riding trails.
Natural Features
The lake sits on Storms Creek, which was dammed in 1939 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The rugged hills and rock outcroppings offer a scenic backdrop for this beautiful recreation area. The historic Vesuvius iron furnace is located at the base of the dam.
Nearby Attractions
The closest town is Ironton, Ohio, less than 10 miles from the campground.
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
$52 / night
10. Paddle Creek Horse Camp
Be the first to review!Pedro, Ohio•2 SavesThis horse camp is a large level field with ample area for trailers and horses. Some hitching rails are provided. This camping area is open year-round and is kept mowed and has a capacity for approximately 100 people and horses to camp. This campground and trailhead are part of the Lake Vesuvius Horse Trail System. The Lake Vesuvius horseback trails system 46.66 miles long and is composed of 9 trails, 4 trailheads, and one horse campground. The Lake Vesuvius horse trails wind through some of the most striking landscapes in Ohio. They will lead you through a variety of vegetation where many species of wildlife live. You will ride along rock cliffs, water falls, streams and along ridge tops. Expect to see open fields, brushland, mature forest, and young forests. Along the way, you will notice man's influence and land management activities.
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- Equestrian
Recent Equestrian Reviews in Wilsondale
91 Reviews of 10 Wilsondale Campgrounds
Bob M.
Ranger
Breaks Interstate Park Campground
Nice
Very scenic place!! We spent 6 nights here, hiked & biked a lot. Off season, so some of the amenities were closed (pool looks awesome). The campground itself isn't really all that great, prepare for some levelling. We lucked out in the B loop, as a small trail (Grassy Overlook trail) took us to see the northern lights one evening. I highly suggest stopping here for a few nights, an under rated area.
James R.Ranger
Ashland Huntington West KOA
Two night stay
Start off by saying the staff were super great!!!! Stayed in space #1 and all the upper spots are open, wish they had more trees around the spaces. Overall it was still a great experience staying at this location.
Jeremiah S.
Guide
Chief Logan State Park Campground
Lots to do
Chief Logan has a lot of interesting things to see, including an outdoor animal exhibit, a lodge, a pool, a theatre, and a museum all close together.
Our site was full hook up and very level. There was creek nearby and walking paths all over. We went over to the lodge and was able to swim in the pool and hot tub as part of the price of our campsite. There was solar event with super rare aurora light show for this part of the world while we were there.
- JJoe K.
Scout
Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
Needs to be updated and repaired
Roads in campground are rough in places. Electrical boxes are in rough shape at some sites. 30 amp kept tripping the breaker. WiFi does not work. Several sites have full hookup but sewer hookups need to be repaired and water hookups are far away.
Jeremy K.GuideBreaks Interstate Park Campground
4 Night Stay
Stayed 4 nights in section D. Our site was ok. There were a lot better sites to stay though. Staff was helpful and friendly. We had full hookups. Lots of shade.
- JJon C.
Traveler
Greenbo Lake State Resort Park
Nice family oriented
Spent 4 nights, nice quiet camp grounds. Was in spot number 61, closest spot to the bathhouse. Not sure it would be the best spot in midsummer as it was also closest to the dumpster. That said it was recently graded and leveled. The primary issue I had was having a smaller camper with a lower sewer connection and the sewer connection was higher than the bottom of my unit.
Raquel R.GuideChief Logan State Park Campground
Lots to do!
Beautiful, quiet spot. The staff was very easy to work with and very friendly. The wildlife exhibit is a fun detour ($2/person). We saw a water slide, putt-putt, and enjoyed the restaurant at the lodge. They have tours for the local elk there too. The town itself is cute and we enjoyed a date night at the local steakhouse. Great spot, perfect getaway!
- LLizGuide
Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
Quiet, relaxing
Stayed here for 2 nights. Scarlet Oak campground. Drove and checked out the other two campgrounds which were also nice. Some sites are really small and some are right along the road. Not crowded at all during our visit. Some sites are sloped from slight to more severe. We did have to take our camper off our truck (truck camper) in order to get level. Our site had a large “yard” and trees. All great for our two big dogs. Site had w/e.
Joseph B.
LegendGreenbo Lake State Resort Park
Decent campground with plenty of activities
Decent site by the stream. Plenty of shade and a huge hill behind our site. Bathrooms were clean.
A lot of unsupervised children running around, in the stream and riding bikes. Didn't have any problems with them, but was concerned they weren't supervised.
There was some trash at our site, a lot of broken water balloons, some bottle caps and wrappers.
One night someone stole fishing poles from our neighbor and a bunch of coolers from other sites.
Some sites are really not level!
Todd C.RangerAshland Huntington West KOA
Nice Campground Close to Interstate
KOA Review
The campground it’s self is very clean and taken care of. We were there in early March with winter temps. The staff was extremely nice and helpful, bath house and laundry was clean. The water at our site was inoperable and they offered to move us without me even having to ask which was nice. The site could be maintained better ours had lots of tire ruts and fire pit could have been better for the price. Overall it’s a good campground with amenities in great shape. A good little dog park that was extremely clean, putt putt, and more. I would come back again in the off season just cause we like camping with less crowds.
Corey M.Guide
Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius
Good campground, great hiking
This campground above Lake Vesuvius was nice. Not a lot of privacy, but sites are comfortably spaced out. Great hiking and Lake Vesuvius is small but beautiful. Also, there’s a hidden gem of a cave/overhang along one of the hiking trails.
- FFrancesGuide
Breaks Interstate Park Campground
Great park!
The campground was nice, the staff friendly. Apparently there is a lot of bear activity, although we did not encounter one. The sunsets are to die for!
Dustin M.GuideAshland Huntington West KOA
Meh
Stayed here again, apparently this KOA has new owners. Not sure about it now, didn't seem as nice as before, atmosphere felt 'stuffy'. Sites were still OK. Gravel and level where we stayed. Grand daughter loved that we were beside the pool and playground. Mini golf was run down, but had a fresh coat of paint.
- Corey M.Guide
Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius
Iron Ridge at Lake Vesuvius
Nice, quiet campground. Not a ton of privacy, but much better than an RV park. More shade and privacy here than the nearby Oak Hill campground on the other side of the lake. Tons of hiking trails around the lake. We will definitely be back!
Wendi L.ScoutIron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius
Beautiful but be careful of water pressure
Beautiful place to camp. Some sites are more difficult for parking a camper than others. We stayed at site 6 which wasn’t too difficult to park but the water pressure was extremely high
Nancy B.RangerJenny Wiley State Park Campground
Nice for weekdays
We were there on Thursday thru Saturday. Thursday was so nice and quiet and then the weekend crew came in on Friday and it filled up fast. Unfortunately our neighbors were very noisy!!! We stayed in loop A, the other loops had many campers set up for the recent flood victims. Loop A was our favorite and it was close to the lake!
- AAlicia L.Guide
Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
Nice family oriented campground
Stayed a couple of nights and we had a blast. Hiking right near the campground and lake is not far away at all.
- GGeorge L.Guide
Ashland Huntington West KOA
Good KOA
Pretty good Koa. Sites are level gravel, ground are clean. WiFi is pretty good. Bathhouses are new, clean and adequate. Easy access from I64 but no noticeable road noise.
- MMatt B.Guide
Ashland Huntington West KOA
Good place for a stopover with a family...
... but nothing special. They have a pool and mini golf to entertain the kids who have been driving you crazy on the road. Excellent food trucks which is good since there's not much else in the area. Flooding is an issue after heavy rains but it seems to affect all sites equally.
- Dakota C.Scout
Jenny Wiley State Park Campground
Not what we expected
Our campsite was supposed to be 38’ long but my 28’ camper was all that could fit, barely. Water spigot is far away from the site so I had to go purchase another water hose. Zero cell reception and no wifi. No television reception either. Almost everyone’s site was not flat and took a lot of work to get campers close to level, (watched people pull out after an hour trying to level). No extra parking for vehicles, just drive up into whatever muddy area is around your site. “No outside alcohol” signs everywhere.
Katrin M.LegendBreaks Interstate Park Campground
Beautiful views
We camped here for 3 nights with our dogs. Our site was in the B loop and had no water or electricity. It was surrounded by a lot of trees, so it had shade. It was a short walk to the bathhouse which was very clean with nice showers.
The campground has 4 different loops. I personally liked the B loop the best because everything was very close to it like hiking trails, laundry facility, basketball court, and a little camp store which has ice and firewood available.
The state park also has a lodge, cabins, and a beautiful lake. There is a restaurant in the park. We tried it for lunch and it was good. The landscape in the park was just beautiful. The overlooks, especially the tower overlook, are gorgeous. There are several hiking trails. Be aware that the loop is extremely strenuous and takes 4 to 5 ours. I really liked that the trails are not heavily trafficked.
We would definitely camp here again. All the park staff, hosts and volunteers were super nice and very helpful.
Carri D.TravelerGreenbo Lake State Resort Park
Good time
It’s been awhile since I’ve camped at Greenbo, but we had fun. Love the nearby pool and swimming. Nice tent sites.
Staci R.LegendBreaks Interstate Park Campground
Just Amazing!
Been caravaning with "Sister" campers this week, and Breaks was our final stop over. This is just an amazing park, full of history, great trails, friendly staff (with the exception of the manager at the Lodge!!) The climb up the mountain to get here is worth it. We were in campground A, the bath house was very nice h well cleaned. The sites are well marked with wide spaces. For pulling through or backing in. Trails are well marked at trail head & with colored blazes. Info boards are at most over looks so you know what you are looking at. Wildlife is not fearful of us, or the dogs.... lol!! We will definitely come back
Jerry S.GuideAshland Huntington West KOA
It's okay
First, the good… Nice spacing between the spots. Just off the highway but no road noise. The employees were helpful. My grandkids loved the mini golf.
The bad…no shade trees. That's the only thing keeping me from giving 5 stars.
- Dustin M.Guide
Ashland Huntington West KOA
Decent campground
Was nice and quiet. Wanted to get away for a couple days and our favorite place to go was booked so this was the next closest spot. We stayed on the upper end by the veterans cemetery, even though it's close to the pool and playground, it was pretty quiet. Sites were a bit unlevel, but easy to back into.
- John S.Scout
Ashland Huntington West KOA
Poor customer service
I called KOA Ashland on July 3rd and spoke with an employee about cancelling my reservation I had on Aug 7th. She informed me that I would forfeit $10 as a cancellation fee. I informed her that I’m a VIP member and per KOA cancellation policy the cancellation fee is waived. She stated that per the campground owner they are an independently owned and that KOA policy does not apply to them. I told her that as a franchise of KOA they cannot pick and choose which policies to follow. I then said I understand that you are just the messenger. She even shared with me that the system was even showing her to issue a full refund. I asked her to inform the manager that I would be contacting KOA corporate on Tuesday in refence to this matter. On July 3rd I posted a review simply stating I’m not recommending this campground with the comment “ They don’t follow KOA cancellation policy for VIP members!”.
On July 7th the owner called very angry because I called KOA and posted the reviews. I tried to explain to the owner but there was not talking to him. This owner has no customer service skills at all! If he would have called and said that we must have a misunderstanding, how can we make this right? But he immediately went into everything was my fault without trying to understand what his employee stated. He went on to say that my reservation was not even cancelled. I can only speculate that when I spoke with his employee that she was hesitant to cancel until after she had an opportunity to speak with the owner. Regardless, I had asked for the reservation to be cancelled. Arguing on the call was not getting us anywhere. I asked the owner would he cancel my reservation and process a full refund. The owner’s response was “I might not” and hung up.
A short time later in the day I received an email cancellation with no refund at all. The cancelation fee was listed at $46.08. Therefore, from my prospective the owner stole my money as a penalty for the review. This is clearly not the documented cancelation policy. I will continue to work with KOA to resolve this very unwelcoming and dishonest situation. Campers beware!!
Andrew S.Legend
Ole Henry's Camping retreat
Ole' Henry's is very family friendly and set up to accommodate anyone.
Ole' Henry's has a very nice setup with a Giovannis pizza restaurant and camp store on site. It is privately owned and the owners are very nice. Vicky and her family run it with some workers that make it very nice. The showers stalls can accommodate about 7-8 people at a time in the men's and women's bathrooms.
The playground are has a nice swing set and a couple big wooden play structures. There is blain drain pipe slides coming off one of the hillsides that is a kid favorite. they also have a little 55 gallon barrel train ride for little kids. The creek nearby offers up a good, safe swimming hole for all the kids and adults.
Giovanni's pizza restaurant on site has wifi. This campground is located out in God's country. Its very beautiful and is near several attractions with 5 minutes to the Mud river and about half an hour to Waterways water park. Of course you're in the heart of the Hatfield and MCcoy trail ride system. The coal river is nearby for float trips. There really is a lot to do in the area and after a fun filled day you can come back and relax at Ole' Henry's after having a nice meal. The website shows the restaurant menu and all of the prices for tents & RV's. They also have cabins to rent on a back section of the property out of view of the tent and RV sites.
Not to mention they have a store where you can buy almost anything you might need in case you forget something.
There is a pony that lives on the site and is very friendly. It scavenges for free food and the children love it. There is also a few cats or so that live on site and is very friendly to children.
Guide to Wilsondale
Horse camping in West Virginia offers a unique opportunity to explore the scenic landscapes while enjoying the company of your equine companions. With well-equipped facilities and a variety of activities, these campgrounds cater to both horse enthusiasts and nature lovers.
Equestrian campgrounds include essential amenities
- The Chief Logan State Park Campground features a large open field suitable for group camping and ample space for individual tents, making it ideal for horse camping.
- At Ole Henry's Camping Retreat, campers can enjoy electric hookups and a nearby creek, providing a refreshing spot for both horses and riders.
- The Paddle Creek Horse Camp offers a rustic experience with direct access to trails, perfect for those looking to ride through the beautiful West Virginia countryside.
Campers appreciate these amenities for horses
- Chief Logan State Park Campground provides sanitary dump stations and water hookups, ensuring that both horses and campers have the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.
- At Ole Henry's Camping Retreat, the camp store is stocked with supplies, making it easy to find essentials for your horse during your visit.
- The Paddle Creek Horse Camp is designed specifically for equestrian camping, offering a peaceful environment away from the hustle and bustle.
Tips for equestrian camping near Wilsondale, West Virginia
- When visiting Chief Logan State Park Campground, take advantage of the numerous trails available for hiking, biking, and horseback riding.
- Be sure to check out the nearby attractions when staying at Ole Henry's Camping Retreat, including the Mud River and the Hatfield and McCoy trail ride system for an adventurous experience.
- At Paddle Creek Horse Camp, plan your rides to explore the scenic trails and enjoy the natural beauty of the area, ensuring a memorable camping experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Wilsondale, WV?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Wilsondale, WV is Jenny Wiley State Park Campground with a 3.3-star rating from 15 reviews.
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