Best Equestrian Camping near Winfield, WV

Horse camping is the perfect way to enjoy Winfield. If you're an equestrian lover who prefers nature-based adventure, yet still wants comfort, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Equestrian camping is the best way to experience nature. Search horse campsites and discover top-rated spots, as reviewed by other campers.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Winfield, WV (6)

    Camper-submitted photo from Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius
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    1. Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius

    8 Reviews
    19 Photos
    146 Saves
    Pedro, Ohio

    Overview

    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.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
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    2. Ole Henry's Camping retreat

    1 Review
    23 Photos
    16 Saves
    Chapmanville, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $20 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
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    3. Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area

    6 Reviews
    21 Photos
    77 Saves
    Pedro, Ohio

    Overview

    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

    Camper-submitted photo from Chief Logan State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Chief Logan State Park Campground
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    4. Chief Logan State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    57 Photos
    46 Saves
    Logan, West Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $16 / night

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      6. Paddle Creek Horse Camp

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      2 Saves
      Pedro, Ohio

      This 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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    Recent Equestrian Reviews in Winfield

    21 Reviews of 6 Winfield Campgrounds


    • Jeremiah S.
      Camper-submitted photo from Chief Logan State Park Campground
      Jul. 8, 2024

      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.

    • Raquel R.
      Camper-submitted photo from Chief Logan State Park Campground
      Oct. 23, 2023

      Chief 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!

    • L
      Camper-submitted photo from Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
      Aug. 25, 2023

      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.

    • Corey M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius
      Oct. 24, 2022

      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.

    • Corey M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius
      Sep. 17, 2022

      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.
      Camper-submitted photo from Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius
      Sep. 15, 2022

      Iron 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

    • Andrew S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Ole Henry's Camping retreat
      Jul. 17, 2021

      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.

    • Jackson B.
      Camper-submitted photo from Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius
      May. 6, 2021

      Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius

      Rustic and simple

      I LOVE camping here, unlike a lot of camp grounds they're actually within the woods so you feel like you're actually part of the forest and the nature. It's a simple place, they have showers and restrooms. The hiking trails are scenic and pretty and the lake while not overly big, is clean and great for swimming(there's a beach) , kayaking, and fishing. They have plenty of crappie, bass, and catfish stocked in the lake and there are bait shops close by.

      Over all it is a very relaxing place to camp and cheaper than most other places even for a camper hook up.

    • K
      Camper-submitted photo from Chief Logan State Park Campground
      Aug. 24, 2020

      Chief Logan State Park Campground

      Lots of things to do

      Beautiful place. There is a pool (open 11-6, cost $6), mini golf($3), paved courts($4/hr), and more. It’s pricier than what I am used to in Tn, but it has primitive or hookup sites with bath/shower houses.

    • Jennifer B.
      Camper-submitted photo from Chief Logan State Park Campground
      Aug. 30, 2019

      Chief Logan State Park Campground

      Worth An Extended Stay

      I stayed at Chief Logan for 3-days and 2-nights and didn’t get to do or see everything I wanted to experience at this wonderful WV State Park, so it’s worth an extended stay. 

      Chief Logan has 26 level RV camping spots with water and electricity at all sites and a sewer connection at about half of them. The park also has a large open field for group camping or enough space for about 40 to 50 individual tents for those who prefer a more primitive experience. No water or electricity at the primitive campground, but you’re within walking distance of the main bathhouse which was nice and clean during my stay.   Here's a link for an interactive map of the Chief Logan campground where there's cell phone service for both AT&T and Verizon customers.

      When you check-in at the park headquarters, make sure you visit the adjoining museum which gives you some background on the local coal industry and the hardy settlers who clashed with the American Indians when this area was still used as their hunting grounds. The gift shop has a variety of souvenirs with their#1 best sellers tied to alleged sightings of “Big Foot,” not Chief Logan… Lol… 

      Chief Logan State Park has lots of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. I hiked the Coal Mine Trail with remnants of the coal industry decaying in the forest, then continued on the Wilderness Trail which gives you a nice view of the surrounding mountains. I was super impressed by the maintenance staff when I reported offensive graffiti on the Guyandotte Beauty Trail and a crew hiked into the woods and painted over it before I even had time to show my photos to Superintendent Bruce Collinsworth.

      There are a variety of shelters and playgrounds scattered throughout the nearly 4,000 acre forest so you can spread out and enjoy the park without feeling like you’re fighting any crowds. 

      I didn’t get to try the Chief Logan swimming pool, but it looked amazing with a giant slide, high dive and kiddie pool. There's also a stocked fishing pond in this park.

      There’s a small wildlife center where you can see bears, bobcats and raptors in enclosures for a$2.00 donation. The caretaker helped me get some nice photos of the bears by putting some honey and peanut butter on the fence around their enclosure. You won’t have to pay a dime to see deer. I spotted dozens of does, bucks and fawns during my stay, so keep your eyes peeled because they don’t seem terribly cautious around people or cars. 

      I should add that nearly 100 elk have recently been reintroduced in and around Chief Logan State Park. I didn’t see any elk during my visit, but I plan a return trip in the fall when naturalist Lauren Cole offers tours during the mating season. 

      I can’t write a Chief Logan State Park review without mentioning the outdoor theater. Actors had just wrapped a sold-out run of “Deadly Divide” about the bloody history of the Hatfields and McCoys and were practicing for the “Lion King, Jr.” Chief Logan also has an entertainment venue called“Pickin’ In The Park,” where you can hear some local bluegrass music on the weekends. 

      Chief Logan also has a really nice lodge and some new deluxe cabins about 2-miles from the main portion of this state park. The lodge has a restaurant and conference rooms, plus there’s a modern recreational center nearby which includes a heated indoor swimming pool, weight room, tennis courts, and elevated walking track. Admission to the rec center is free for lodge guests, but campers can also use the facility for$10/day or$32/month for a family of four… Deal! 

      So why is such a grandiose state park located in the middle of Lincoln County, WV, where the decline of the coal industry has left many in poverty? Former WV Governor Earl Ray Tomblin is from Lincoln County, so he made sure big bucks where channeled into his home turf, including a nerve jangling connector road that links the main portion of Chief Logan State Park to the lodge and rec center. This road, named “Tomblin Drive,” in his honor, is so steep and curvy it’s closed during the winter months. 

      Additional things/do to see nearby: The Coal Heritage Trail, Blair Mountain, Hatfield and McCoy ATV Trails, and the City of Logan.

    • Jackie D.
      Camper-submitted photo from Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius
      Jul. 22, 2019

      Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius

      Will return

      Great campground with super easy access to the trail and lake. The sites are spread apart enough so you aren’t right beside someone - and shaded. Well prepared sites with a clearing, fire ring, and a picnic table. Nice host and rangers too! Bathrooms were meh: the walls need cleaned or painted, no where to put your things, and there was no hand soap - no biggie though.

    • Ruby W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
      Jun. 24, 2019

      Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area

      Awesome Backpacking

      Great location to earn some backpacking miles. Feels quite remote, but along the trails there are shelters, bathrooms, trash reciprocals, and other useful hookups. When camping and hiking here, you feel space and distance from other campers, with the perks of established facilities.

    • Lisa S.
      Camper-submitted photo from Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
      Apr. 7, 2019

      Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area

      Perfect Family Destination

      This Recreation Area offers hiking trails, picnic opportunities, along with shelter house rentals for those family get togethers. The damn provides an excellent place for photos, while the lake is excellent for fishing and birdwatching. Year-round Campground with Electric, tent sites are also available. Perfect quiet area for a family day trip or spending a few days.

    • Brew W.
      Camper-submitted photo from Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
      Aug. 15, 2017

      Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area

      Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area, Wayne National Forest, Ironton District, Iron Ridge Campground (Pedro, OH)

      The Iron Ridge Campground sites are relatively close together; however, the Iron Ridge campground boasts a handful of sites that sit below the road, and, thus, offer more privacy. I didn't camp at Oak Hill, but I have explored it a few times. Even during the week, that campground was packed with campers. If you're a tent person using Vesuvius as a home base for trail hiking, stick with Iron Ridge. The fishing isn't bad at Vesuvius, but the shore access can be crowded, which has resulted in a limited number of keeper fish. The Lakeshore Trail is well-marked and generally nice, but, at times, a bit unkempt in the summer. The lake views are somewhat limited by brush and trail/lakeside growth, but there are still plenty of opportunities to get a good view of the lake. We also hiked the Whiskey Run Trail, which was short and hilly, but conveniently located right off the campground. The Whiskey Run also offers just enough lake access to let your dogs swim or to put a pole in the water. It also passes an impressive rock shelter. The very short (but rewarding) Rockhouse Trail is a right on top of the major lake action (near the boat ramps and beach area). The benefit is a nice rock house at the end, as well as interpretive signage that sheds light on Ohio's iron industry and history.

    • Robyn S.
      Camper-submitted photo from Chief Logan State Park Campground
      Apr. 4, 2017

      Chief Logan State Park Campground

      Beautiful area

      Came in for a mountain bike race, stayed at the campground. Nice large level lots to choose from. Very quiet and easy access to the trails, also a nice park to run in as well as bike.

    • J
      Camper-submitted photo from Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
      Sep. 29, 2016

      Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area

      Small wooded sites

      This is a relatively simple little site with fishing, swimming, and a boardwalk. We were there in early November for the leaves and it wasn’t too crowded then. There aren’t many campsites so summer could be an issue without reservations. The camp sites were nicely spread out within the forest.



    Guide to Winfield

    West Virginia offers a unique experience for horse camping enthusiasts, with a variety of well-reviewed spots that cater to both equestrians and nature lovers.

    Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

    • At Paddle Creek Horse Camp, you'll find dedicated facilities designed specifically for horse camping, ensuring a comfortable stay for both you and your horse.
    • Chief Logan State Park Campground features ample space for horse trailers and easy access to riding trails, making it a popular choice among equestrian campers.
    • Flat Hollow Farm LLC allows pets, including horses, providing a welcoming environment for all your four-legged companions.

    Equestrian campgrounds include scenic trails

    • The trails surrounding Chief Logan State Park Campground offer a mix of scenic views and challenging terrain, perfect for adventurous riders.
    • Paddle Creek Horse Camp is situated near numerous trails that cater to different skill levels, ensuring a fun ride for everyone.
    • Ole Henry's Camping Retreat is conveniently located near the Hatfield and McCoy trail ride system, providing access to extensive equestrian trails.

    Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Winfield, WV?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Winfield, WV is Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius with a 4.6-star rating from 8 reviews.

    • What is the best site to find equestrian camping near Winfield, WV?

      TheDyrt.com has all 6 equestrian camping locations near Winfield, WV, with real photos and reviews from campers.