Best Equestrian Camping near Pardeeville, WI
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Pardeeville, WI (6)
1. Merry Mac's Campground
Merrimac, Wisconsin6 Reviews•7 Photos•83 SavesMerry Mac Campground is a family friendly campground nestled between the South shore of Devil’s Lake and Lake Wisconsin. This 40 acre facility offers activities for all age groups: swimming pool, beach, swimming pond with water inflatables, jumping pillow, dunk tank, miniature golf, playground, sand volleyball, basketball, gagaball pit, trykes and bikes, friendly camp store surrounded by Mother Nature’s beauty!
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
$35 / night
2. Sleepy Dragon Campground
Poynette, Wisconsin1 Review•1 Photo•10 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
3. White Mound County Campground
Loganville, Wisconsin3 Reviews•22 Photos•50 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
4. Harnischfeger County Park
Ixonia, Wisconsin2 Reviews•7 Photos•9 SavesHarnischfeger Park (132 acres) is the largest Dodge County Park. The park is located in southeastern Dodge County along the Rock River in the Town of Lebanon about one mile west of the unincorporated community of Ashippun and eight miles east of Watertown. A variety of terrain, vegetation and facilities provide park visitors with a multitude of recreational opportunities in a scenic setting. The clubhouse and two open pavilions offer excellent places to hold group functions, such as family reunions, company picnics, graduation parties and weddings. Camping is available with ten sites and a group site. Active and passive recreation abound with several miles of hiking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing trails, snowshoeing, sledding, fishing areas, mini-golf course, disc golf course, volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, baseball field, playground and a canoe launch with canoe and kayak rentals available. An 800 foot boardwalk provides additional shoreline fishing, wildlife and wetland viewing opportunities.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
5. McCarthy Youth & Conservation County Park (Dane County Parks)
Be the first to review!Cottage Grove, WisconsinThe vision for McCarthy Youth and Conservation Park began in 1974 with a donation of 180 acres of land that was owned by Russell and Ella McCarthy. The McCarthys’ primary goal was for the park to become“a place where kids from the city could learn about nature.” The park offers a group camp, hiking, cross-country skiing, equestrian trails and camping, picnic opportunities, and a beautiful prairie/wetland restoration.
There are two separate group camps at McCarthy.
McCarthy Group Campsite
Group Camp area for up to 50 people situated on top of wooded glacial drumlin adjacent to Maunesha River. Connection to hiking trails. Scattered level wooded camping areas. Located~ 1 mile from the park entrance through a gated access road– road is part of the hiking trail system. Ranger will open gate. No potable water at this time Vault(pit) toilet Picnic tables Campfire ring No electricity No shelter Vehicle parking in parking lot at base of the hill below the Group Camp site
McCarthy Equestrian Group Campsite
Located~.6 miles from the park entrance access through road gate– road is part of the hiking trail system. Ranger will open gate. Camping setup for self-contained camping units No potable water at this time Your group may rent a portable toilet(from a vendor of your choice) if needed. Picnic tables. Hitching posts. Campfire rings. No electricity. No shelter. Vehicle parking in parking lot at base of the hill below the group camp site
Reserve a campsite online here: https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/widanectywt.wsc/splash.html
Check opening and closing dates here: https://www.danecountyparks.com/about/Parks-Opening-Closing-Schedule
See campground rules here: https://www.danecountyparks.com/about/rules
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
$65 / night
6. Springbrook acres
Be the first to review!Ripon, Wisconsin•10 Photos- Pets
- Fires
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
- Equestrian
$60 / night
Recent Equestrian Reviews in Pardeeville
12 Reviews of 6 Pardeeville Campgrounds
- LLauren S.
Traveler
Harnischfeger County Park
A hidden gem
We booked a week here in 2022 and ended up staying for two summers as camp hosts. The park is quiet, family orientated, and the park caretaker John is a national treasure. He’s been with the park since before it was county owned and knows every nook and cranny, critter and creature, and appreciates each and every guest who comes to the park. His one rule is to enjoy the park and let the staff know if you have any ideas to help to “keep it fresh”. Sites with letters are tent sites without water or electric, sites with numbers have water and 30 amp service, though there are plans to upgrade the sites to all have water and 50 amp service in the future. The last weekend of September is FallFest and often books a year in advance.
- Brittany R.
ScoutHarnischfeger County Park
Review
Cute peaceful campground. Only 9 sites. Has a 9 hole mini golf course that cost $1 a person. Has trails, disc golf, and rock river for kayaking.
Cherie J.Traveler
Merry Mac's Campground
Great place by state parks
My family and I love the yurts and the giant pool/ pond. The park model rentals are nice now that my grandma is getting older. 4 stars simply because everything has a price and it's not included in tge total.
- TTaylor U.Traveler
Sleepy Dragon Campground
Great old fashioned camping spot
As this place didn’t have much for reviews I wasn’t sure what to think but it’s a great location with good service. I thought the stay price was reasonable and there are lots of options for sites and bathrooms. It was quiet and beautiful location with a nice owner.
Michael D.TravelerMerry Mac's Campground
Quiet and peaceful
We only stayed a few nights, chose a pull thru site. The staff is great, the pool is brand new! They have a huge pond with inflatables. It’s located right by Devils lake. Firewood for sale, great wifi, clean bathhouses/rooms
David H.
GuideMerry Mac's Campground
Great places to camp and very clean
Plenty of things to do here to keep the kids engaged and busy very clean Campground the campsites are well-kept swimming Pond was clean and plenty of fun things to climb on and slide down. We will definitely return to this Campground
Stacey N.
Ranger
White Mound County Campground
Understaffed.
This is a beautiful site, and I would give more stars. But, there was no camp host, no one at the office to check in when we arrived, no one cleaning the bathrooms, and no one enforcing the 10pm quiet hour rule. I don’t mind the pit toilets, but at least clean the building. And at least have enough light in the building so one can see at night. If none of those things make a difference to you, then enjoy camping here!
Sajjad A.ScoutMerry Mac's Campground
Clean. lot to do.
This is good, clean campsite. You kids will have fun here. There is lot to do. Mostly RV sites.
- DDanelle C.Scout
Merry Mac's Campground
Fun for all!
A wonderful little get away for our group. Plenty of activities for the children and spacious sites!
Amy G.
LegendWhite Mound County Campground
Very pretty...very quiet...very clean...incredibly nice campground
We got there late in the evening, but the check in/self pay process was very simple and straight forward. Fees were incredibly reasonable for such a nice campground, and it was very quiet, even though there were lots of people enjoying this campground. Lovely atmosphere!
We arrived late, so we had to self pay. But all that paperwork and payment took place inside a little heated shelter house of sorts. Bonus! Most of the time, the pay envelopes are outside and you have to duck into your car, fill it out, and dart back into the dark to the drop box. There was even a campground map showing which spaces were taken and available (at the time the attendant went home for the day). This was nice, but the space we thought was open had been taken by someone moments before. So not fool proof, but a decent guide for those arriving after dark. We still found another space and made it our home for the night. Not to mention, they had one of the best maps I've ever seen!
Fees:
$5 per adult
$5 per car or vehicle
$5 if you didn't have a park sticker
$5 if you made the reservation online or by phone.
$5 for electric
Soooo...if you had 2 adults, one car and needed electric, then it would be $20. And so forth...
This place is so quiet! The campground was very full that night, but we heard almost nothing from people at all. Just a little chatter from a couple guys nearby, but at a very respectful level. We actually got to enjoy the night sounds of pitter patter rain and the occasional owl in the distance. No road noise.
The sites are spread out enough to make this peaceful and private, but close enough to make the campground functional and cozy. Electric sites (designated with an "E" beside the number) were scattered with non electric sites. Electrics were more plentiful, though. Tent sites were also available, if you like. They were grouped together in a different area. Our closest neighbors site was within view of the fire ring, but no one was there this night. The sites were deep, so you could pull in and nestle in the trees, even if you had a neighbor, and it was more private. There was a nice picnic table near the fire ring, which was quite nice for a fire, but no grate for cooking on. The pad we pulled into was fairly level and covered in pea gravel. We were using our teardrop trailer this night instead of a tent.
There were bathrooms scattered around with very clean pit-type toilets, and there were multiple toilets in "mens" and "women's" rooms. There was also a shower house with pay showers, but prices were very reasonable. I think it was 25 cents for 5 minutes, and the more quarters you put in, the more time you got. There was also a row of sinks and mirrors under a sheltered roof as well as a pay washer and dryer, something I've never seen before at a campground.
Beyond the other lovely amenities, they had picnic tables everywhere, drinking water spigots, fire pits at every site and a playground for the kids.
Overall, definitely one of the more perfect places to camp. And if you had extra time, there was a lake at the other end of the park. And equestrian trails and an equestrian camp, but it was closed because of mud.
Located in gorgeous Amish country, the drive back to the interstate to head north again was incredibly enjoyable and a great way to end a great camping adventure.
- Tracy C.Guide
Merry Mac's Campground
Fun place to take the family
Super fun campground with so much to do! Lots of games for all up by lodge. DJ dance party on the deck at night. Lake full of all kinds of floats the kids can climb and jump on. Clean pool to cool off in. Sand volleyball, ga ga ball, huge park. Has so many different accomadtions to choose from! Clean bathrooms & laundry facilities. Lots of planned activities on weekends. We stayed during water wars and the kids had a blast!! Will definitely be returning!
- JJaime L.Scout
White Mound County Campground
Beautiful campground/park
I’ve been here many times and it’s one of my favorites. The campsites are tucked away and private. There are bathrooms and a small playground. The lake is gorgeous and clean. The only downfall is the lake is spring-fed so it’s a bit cold for swimming.
Guide to Pardeeville
Horse camping in Wisconsin offers a unique opportunity to explore the great outdoors while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With a variety of well-reviewed campgrounds, equestrians can find the perfect spot to set up camp and ride the scenic trails.
Campers appreciate these amenities for horses
- At Harnischfeger County Park, visitors can enjoy sites equipped with water and electric hookups, making it convenient for horse owners.
- McCarthy Youth & Conservation County Park offers reservable sites that cater to horse camping, ensuring a comfortable stay for both riders and their horses.
- Springbrook Acres provides a welcoming environment for equestrians, with ample space for horses and easy access to trails.
Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like trails
- Merry Mac's Campground features nearby trails that are perfect for horseback riding, allowing campers to explore the beautiful surroundings.
- Sleepy Dragon Campground is situated in a scenic area with trails that are accessible for horseback riding, making it a great choice for equestrian enthusiasts.
- White Mound County Campground offers access to trails suitable for horses, providing a fantastic way to experience the natural beauty of Wisconsin.
Tips for equestrian camping near Pardeeville, Wisconsin
- When visiting Harnischfeger County Park, be sure to check the availability of sites with electric and water hookups to ensure a comfortable stay for you and your horse.
- At Merry Mac's Campground, consider reserving a site in advance, especially during peak season, to secure a spot that accommodates your horse.
- Always bring along necessary supplies such as feed, water buckets, and grooming tools when camping at Sleepy Dragon Campground to ensure your horse's needs are met during your stay.
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