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    Haycreek Valley Campground provides dedicated sites for equestrian campers with electric and water hookups in the horse camping section. The trails are shaded, with riders noting minimal bugs even during peak summer seasons. Overflow areas accommodate additional horse campers during busy periods. The campground maintains access to an extensive network of trails suitable for all riding skill levels, with terrain that ranges from wooded paths to open meadows. No specific horse corrals are mentioned in the campground data, but the facility is designed with riders in mind, offering ample space for horse trailers. Campers report friendly staff and fellow horse enthusiasts creating a welcoming atmosphere for equestrian visitors. The horse camp area provides separate facilities from the main campground while still allowing access to the campground's amenities.

    Trail access directly from the campsites makes Haycreek a popular destination for riders who prefer not to trailer their horses to riding locations each day. The trails have been maintained for over 15 years and remain in excellent condition according to repeat visitors. Most trails offer good shade coverage, providing comfortable riding conditions even on warmer days. After riding, horse owners find the campground facilities adequate for horse care needs. The campground's proximity to Red Wing allows for easy access to additional supplies if needed. The horse camping area attracts regular visitors who return annually for the quality trails and accommodations. For those with horses that prefer company, the campground layout allows equestrians to camp near other horse owners, creating a community atmosphere during peak seasons.

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    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Cochrane (13)

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      1. Whippoorwill Ranch Kampground

      4.5(2)17mi from CochraneRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "The river is behind the property."

      2. Zumbro Bottoms Central — R.J.D. Memorial Hardwood State Forest

      3.0(2)15mi from CochraneRVs, Tents

      from $17 / night

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      3. Zumbro Bottoms West — R.J.D. Memorial Hardwood State Forest

      3.0(1)16mi from CochraneRVs, Tents

      from $22 / night

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      4. Pietrek County Park

      3.5(2)19mi from CochraneRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Walking trails were nice but recommend pants as the grass was long in spots. Plenty of wildlife and could not hear the cars from the highway."

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      5. Chester Woods Park

      4.7(7)28mi from CochraneRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "It has a campground and man-made lake (created when Bear Creek was dammed for a flood control project) with hiking trails, a horse trail, picnic shelters, a beach, and a playground."

      "Has many walking trails that you can take your dog on and just a couple that you can’t."

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      6. Forestville Mystery Cave State Park Campground

      4.3(18)46mi from Cochrane133 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Mystery Cave State Park is surrounded in in a lush green forest with huge oak and maple trees that hang over the road like a huge living canopy."

      "Has horse tie ups and great trails"

      from $25 - $90 / night

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      7. Money Creek & Vinegar Ridge — R.J.D. Memorial Hardwood State Forest

      3.7(3)32mi from CochraneRVs, Tents

      "no shower) Horses are allowed. Fairly close together sites, but a beautiful area to get into nature or go camping at a reasonable price."

      "Access to Root River trail close by."

      from $17 / night

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      8. Highland Ridge

      4.3(15)49mi from Cochrane59 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Services: There are full services at this campground - flush toilets, sinks, showers, trash receptacles, and drinking water/dump station near the entrance."

      "T-mobile service is almost non-existent depending on location. The showers and bathrooms were spotless. Firewood is available at several roadside stands just outside the entrance."

      from $24 - $280 / night

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      9. Haycreek Valley Campground

      4.3(7)39mi from CochraneRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Nice campground outside of Red Wing, MN with a bar/restaurant and other features. Access to trials for bikes and horses. I stayed in the horse camp without a horse but it was a nice area."

      "We have been going to Haycreek for over 15 years for horse camping. The trails are shaded, no bugs, friendly campers and staff."

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      10. Maple Springs Campground

      4.6(11)46mi from CochraneRVs, Tents

      "Some girlfriends and I wanted to stay at the camp for the weekend and have a place to social distance ourselves. We rented the horse camp sites and we couldn't have been happier."

      "Beautiful spaces of various size, a river runs next to it and they have duck races."

      from $35 / night

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    • Mary S.
      Sep. 2, 2018

      Highland Ridge

      Nice campground but be prepared for shade...all the time

      First thing you need to know: It's completely in the woods, and sites are FULLY shaded. Sites 28-38 are on a loop with a picnic pavilion in the middle with some openings for sun on the road and in the picnic area. Other than that, the rest of the campground is rather dark all the time; there aren't as many sunlight openings on the road to the other sites. This is not a good place for solar panels, but almost all sites are electric.

      Nice price: Cost is $20/$16 for electric/non-electric. This is an Army Corps of Engineers park which means you pay $10/$8 if you have an NPS Lifetime Senior Pass.

      Services: There are full services at this campground - flush toilets, sinks, showers, trash receptacles, and drinking water/dump station near the entrance. There is an interpretive center for Saturday evening ranger programs and a playground next to it.

      Roomy sites: This campground is small, but almost all sites are large. There are 38 sites plus walk in tent sites A through G and a group site. It looks like sites 28-38 can be rented for a group; the entrance was blocked off when we were there.

      Equestrian section may be open to campers without a horse: There is an equestrian campground about a half mile before the main campground entrance. You may camp in the equestrian area (E1-E10) without a horse if the main area is full. We were able to reserve a site in there a couple days ahead of time because the main campground was full. It was just us and one other family on a Saturday night, and neither of us had a horse. We moved to the main area on Sunday morning because lots of sites were open on Sunday.

    • Crystal B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Mar. 27, 2026

      Oak Ridge / Wet Bark Recreation Area — R.J.D. Memorial Hardwood State Forest

      Rustic equestrian friendly campsites in bluff country near Houston MN.

      Located on state forest land there are 2 separate areas right next to each other. The first loop is for smaller vehicles and tents and the larger area should be reserved for larger vehicles with horse trailers. There are hiking and equestrian trails present into the state forest land. There is one vault toilet. No other amenities. Beautiful area!

    • David E.
      Sep. 10, 2022

      Haycreek Valley Campground

      Outside of City but Not Far for Access

      Nice campground outside of Red Wing, MN with a bar/restaurant and other features. Access to trials for bikes and horses. I stayed in the horse camp without a horse but it was a nice area.

    • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Apr. 28, 2019

      Pietrek County Park

      Nice little county park

      This was an interesting little campground sandwiched between the road and the Trempealeau River. The backstory on the park is that the gentleman who originally owned the land had asked that when he died that it be preserved as a wildlife area. His death came much sooner than anyone thought, and the family worked with the county to donate the land to the county as a park. There are about six tent only sites set back near the river, with three of them in close proximity to each other (I think it is used as a group camping area). When I was there the sites were poorly maintained and only had two fire pits and tables for all six sites combined. There are 25ish RV type sites with either just electric or electric and water. Some of these sites are set up back to back in an open field, which is not very appealing. The grass had been let to grow very long before the recent cutting, so it was like walking through freshly mown hay. There is a horse arena (very muddy when I was there), and it looks like you can camp with your horses on the edge of the RV area. The showers were really nice and fairly new.

    • Brian K.
      May. 7, 2017

      Chester Woods Park

      Great weekend spot!

      Chester Woods is a county park just east of Rochester, MN. It has a campground and man-made lake (created when Bear Creek was dammed for a flood control project) with hiking trails, a horse trail, picnic shelters, a beach, and a playground. The campsites have nice, soft ground for tents, and electrical outlets are available. It can get noisy on the weekend, but the sites are nice along the edge of the campground.

      The lake offers the opportunity to fish for panfish, catfish, and bass. There are a lot of submerged trees from before the Creek was dammed that provide good habitat in deep water, and there is also good shoreline structure and weed beds. There is a fish cleaning house next to the campground which has electric lighting, but no running water.

    • TyAnn J.
      Aug. 23, 2018

      Forestville Mystery Cave State Park Campground

      Family friendly adventures await among the tall oakes and maples

      Mystery Cave State Park is surrounded in in a lush green forest with huge oak and maple trees that hang over the road like a huge living canopy. My new word while we stayed there was “Forresty” due to feeling like we had entered a different world. There are so many activities to do both within the park and surrounding areas, but my most favorite thing to do was walk the endless miles of hiking trails. (Word to the wise, some of the trails are hiking/equestrian so watch your step😂) We didn’t do our homework, but if we would have known, we would have brought our fishing rods as the rivers were full of trout!!

      We arrived at 2:00pm on Saturday, after a long 5 hour drive from northern Minnesota. It was amazing to watch the landscape change from iron ore mining pits to countless acres of corn and potatoes!! Check in time is 4:00pm, but our spot was empty when we arrived, so the park rangers let us set up early (Friendly and most helpful!!) We grabbed a bundle of wood for $6.00 for a campfire while we were at the park office. (that is pretty normal rates as you can’t bring in your own wood at State Parks in Minnesota) There are 3 different loops, an additional equestrian loop, and 5 cabins. We stayed in loop “C” with has bigger sites for RV’s and offers electricity. Loops “A” and “B” have smaller sites (still big!!) and both of those loops are non-electric. None of the sites are “full” hook up, but there is a dump station & fresh water fill right off the park office. The restrooms and showers are just off of the “C” loop, as was the amphitheater, and there are garbage/recycling bins every 4-5th site. The park was very noisy, but that all changed when most of the folks left Sunday. It was very peaceful the rest of the week.

      There are so many things outside the park to do too!! We were not aware, but the Mystery Cave is a short drive from the state park. We took the scenic tour, and our guide Kip was fantastic!!! Hey let everyone ask all the questions they wanted to, and didn’t rush us at all!! The rate is $15.00 for adults, $10.00 for kids 5-12, and kids under 5 go for free. The pictures just don’t do it justice!! The next day we drove to Masonic Park in Spring Valley and we were amazed by the sheer size of the rock face!! There is no charge to picnic or visit there and there is one spot for camping, but you need to get permission from the city before doing so. We also toured Niagra Cave which is a longer drive, but well worth it!! The underground waterfall was super cool!! They charge $16.00 per adult, kids 4-12 are $10.00, and children under 4 are free.

      All in all this was a great get away for our family, and I highly recommend staying at the park:)

    • O
      Jun. 30, 2020

      Haycreek Valley Campground

      Our favorite campground

      We have been going to Haycreek for over 15 years for horse camping. The trails are shaded, no bugs, friendly campers and staff. They have electric and water hookups for horse campers, and they have overflow for horse campers. The trails here are amazing.

    • Crystal B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Oct. 29, 2025

      Zumbro Bottoms Central — R.J.D. Memorial Hardwood State Forest

      Nice small horse camping

      The campground is down a minimum maintenance road, but the road is pretty good though. Just one circle with 17 sites. There are many miles of horse and hiking trails in the area. 2 Vault toilets. No showers. Some picnic tables/fire rings/tie outs for horses.

    Guide to Cochrane

    Haycreek Valley Campground accommodates horse owners with dedicated equestrian campsites and trail access. The campground provides electric and water hookups specifically for horse campers, plus additional overflow areas when the main horse camping section fills up. Trails are well-maintained, shaded, and notably bug-free according to regular visitors. The campground includes RV sites, tent camping, and cabins, with amenities including a dump station, showers, and trash service. Many riders have frequented this campground for 15+ years, drawn by the quality of the riding experience and trail conditions. The campground's location near Red Wing allows easy access to the area's network of riding paths.

    The trail system connecting to Haycreek Valley offers varied terrain through the rolling hills that characterize this region of Minnesota. Located approximately 10 minutes from Red Wing's city center, the campground serves as a convenient base for exploring the area's extensive bridle paths. Horse campers should note that while there are no permanent corrals mentioned in the data, the spacious sites accommodate portable corrals and highlines. The facility includes a bar/restaurant and swimming pool on-site for after-ride relaxation. A notable feature is the campground's proximity to paved bike trails that provide additional recreational opportunities. Winter visitors should be prepared for occasional snow, which can create unique trail conditions but doesn't typically disrupt camping operations.

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