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Best Equestrian Camping near Reedsburg, WI

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Governor Dodge State Park Equestrian Campground accommodates horses with dedicated corrals and trailer parking spaces at each site. Located within the 5,000-acre park, this specialized camping area provides direct access to over 25 miles of horse trails through the driftless region's wooded hills and valleys. The campground features drinking water access, electric hookups, and fire rings at each site. Trails are well-maintained with clear markings, making navigation straightforward for riders of all experience levels. Campsites can accommodate both tents and RVs, with ample space for horse trailers. The campground maintains clean toilet facilities and offers hot showers for campers after long days on the trails. Firewood is available for purchase at the park office.

Trail connections from the equestrian campground lead riders through diverse terrain including prairies, forests, and scenic overlooks. The extensive trail system accommodates both short rides and full-day excursions, with some routes connecting to water features where horses can drink. Riders frequently encounter wildlife including deer and various bird species along the trails. The park's equestrian facilities remain open throughout the regular camping season, typically April through October, with some weather-dependent closures during wet periods to protect trail conditions. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially during summer weekends and holidays when the equestrian sites fill quickly. The campground's location provides a central base for exploring the park's natural features, including two lakes and numerous hiking trails. Many equestrians return annually, appreciating the combination of well-maintained facilities and beautiful riding terrain.

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Reedsburg, WI

80 Reviews of 8 Reedsburg Campgrounds

  • Meg S.
    Aug. 1, 2015

    Twin Valley Campground — Governor Dodge State Park

    Great Campground in Wisconsin

    Great state park for a family camping vacation, tons of stuff to do. Lakes, trails, kayaking, boating, paddle boarding, fishing. Hidden gem of Wisconsin. The campsites are pretty private, nestled in trees. Some shaded, some have sun and shade. They even have horse sites, so you can bring your horse, and stroll through the park horseback riding. Vault toilets, and regular toilets with ok showers. Water faucets scattered around for easy water access. Twin Valley has tent sites and RV/electric sites.

  • Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 23, 2022

    Cox Hollow Campground — Governor Dodge State Park

    Loud, party vibe

    The campsites here are deep with lots of greenery. However we chose this site thinking that it was on the end. The loops curl around so there were campers around us. On the other side was a playground that had children enjoying it all day. While this is great for some, our reactive dog was quite distracted.

    Upon arriving at the check in, there is still a couple miles to wind around until the campground, longer to get to twin lakes campground. The road is hilly too. It’s not a problem in our vehicle but it would be tiring on a bicycle. There are showers in the center of our loop. It could be expanded a bit - we had short lines for the restrooms. Water , garbage and recycling are available as well as a dump station.

    It was raining when we arrived but we drove around to see the park. We hiked the short distance to Stephen’s Falls and was not impressed. Maybe they need more rain this year but all we saw was a splatter.

    We saw folks who kept their kayaks and canoes locked up by the lake. The beach looked nice too. The other end of the park has an equestrian campground. We did see some horses riding the trail around the park.

    The vibe here wasn’t for us. Various sites had music playing loud enough for us to hear. Trails from camp would be great. We ended up walking along the narrow road.

  • Brian O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 13, 2023

    Wildcat Mountain State Park Campground

    the best river for canoeing / kayaking in Wisconsin

    This was our second visit to this park. On both occasions we wanted to canoe the scenic Kickapoo river. Our first trip was five years ago and we got portage service for our canoe from Titanic Rentals in Ontario. We went from there (bridge 1) to bridge 12 Which took nearly all day, but we were able to have lunch at the park's Wildcat landing, the only real and equipped picnic site along the river. NOTE; Google maps makes it look like the campground and landing are near each other. They are not. It's three miles of very steep roads, so don't think you're going to fetch anything you left behind.
     The campground is on top of the ridge, which means in the morning you will look out over a fog shrouded valley through the trees. The views from the overlooks, which are a short hike, are worth checking out. Campsite 15 is the only one with a clear view.
    There are walk in sites and the paths are wide and clear. The park provides large carts for your stuff so you can really pack stuff in and get away from it all. But the family tent and RV sites generally well spaced, check the map as some are more private than others.
     Our second trip was in August, 2023 and we canoed from bridge 12 to LaFarge (bridge 21). It was later in the season than our previous trip, and in the slightly less scenic stretch of the river. As a result, we didn't see any other boaters.
    Campsites have basic fire ring, and there are pit toilets as well as one Full facility with running water and hot showers. Firewood is available at the Ranger station.
    There's also Equestrian camping elsewhere in the park and lots of trails for both hikers and horses.
     The town of Ontario has a good general store and a couple bars, but this is pretty much wilderness and small farms. Two unique places however are Wild Things Furrier near bridge twelve. Want a coonskin cap or some smoked trout? This is the place.
     More unique than that if you want to treat yourselves, go 34 miles south to the St. Frances Hermitage restaurant. It's run by a small order of French Monks and Nuns who raise their own animals and grow the vegetables they serve. Their bakery is also delicious. This is not fast food, this is a gastronomic experience.

  • P
    Jun. 7, 2018

    Cox Hollow Campground — Governor Dodge State Park

    Great campground for everything but big 5th wheelers and motorhomes

    Two good lakes for kayaking/canoeing/fishing/swimming. Lots of good hiking trails and they are working on a big improvement to the equestrian campground. Lots of activities in the area and close to shopping in the town of Dodgeville.

  • Josh F.
    Sep. 11, 2020

    Cox Hollow Campground — Governor Dodge State Park

    Two lakes, two campgrounds and some nice walk-in sites!

    I stayed at this campground when I was a kid and only recently revisited it. The state park has two very large lakes with nice pan fishing and modest but well-groomed (daily?) swimming beaches. The lakes are a definite drive from the campgrounds, however, which makes it hard for "the kids" to simply amble down for a swim. This is important, in Sept. 2020 (COVID-19 times) 1/3 of the parking lot was closed off. Not sure why, but I speculate this is to regulate the number of beach dwellers and swimmers. Regardless, it's a very large and lovely park. Here's my review of the campsites.

    I am a car camper with no interest in (E) electric sites, so I did not pay attention nor note good ones. I prefer the silence and relative darkness that non-E sites provide.

    Campsite - Cox Hollow

    45/47 would be a nice couple of sites for a family/friends (wouldn't want this if you only needed one of them!)

    The sites on the "inside" of the loop are rather close to one another.

    21 has a nice view of the lake, and you can walk back to the fence to look over the bluff 24 is quite private and very large 26, 27 and 29 are all large, near the bluff

    34 is interesting, it's divided into three "terraces" Kind of fun, like a campsite divided into rooms

    44 right next to the water, BIG site, right near the bathroom and playground. This would be great if you have kids.

    The second campground is Twin Valley - though it is NO WHERE NEAR the Twin Valley lake. Lots of driving to get to the lake from here.

    221 is large with nice surrounding trees

    285 is really big

    This campground has walk in sites - these are sites with car parking on the road and you have to walk a minute or two to get to the site. Downside? Carrying all your gear and firewood. Upside? You can genuinely pretend that you've got the place to yourself, can't see a tent or an RV from any of these sites.

    262 is 40 steps in, right on the edge of the valley with it's own personal bluff.

    263 is a longer walk of 75 steps, a little less shaded than others, but PRIVATE

    264 is about 45 steps off the parking lot, right against the bluff edge.

    269 is 50 steps in, but it's just off the path, not as nice as others

    270 is a long 120 steps walking past 269, this is the site for you if you're looking for seclusion

    271 is 110 steps in, flat, really secluded

  • Kim The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2020

    Wildcat Mountain State Park Campground

    Wonderful cart in sites

    The cart in sites are fantastic at Wildcat Mountain! Each site is spacious with most heavily treed for shade. Each site has a nice large flat pad for a tent or two, fire ring, bench and picnic table. Proximity to potable water, vault or modern toilets and designated parking are all within 400 yards of all sites. 

    The park is located in the Kickapoo valley area where the driftless area is amazing to hike. You can kayak or tube down the river that is flanked by high limestone bluffs. The hiking trails are well maintained. There is also extensive horse trails, a beautiful outdoor ampitheater for viewing sunsets and access to the river right in the park. 

    The campers were respectful and quiet. Our campsite was fairly clean when we arrived. Contactless registration due to covid 19. That made getting set up quick and easy!  The cart provided was fairly big for less trips. I would happily camp here again!

  • c
    Nov. 28, 2021

    Cox Hollow Campground — Governor Dodge State Park

    Big Beautiful park has it all!

    We love camping at Governor Dodge state park. The campsites are big and fairly private some areas are better for groups of families camping together with play grounds and nice clean bathrooms with showers. If you camp at Twin Valley You will have to drive to the beach. We like the Cox Hollow beach the best ..so if you want to walk to beach camp there. There are lots of beautiful hiking trails including one that passes an old farm homestead complete with the old spring house and a waterfall. You can also rent horses and rid them in the park…the rental place is just outside the park. They have groomed cross country trails and mountain biking trails as well. You won’t be disappointed if you visit this park!

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  • B
    Jul. 27, 2022

    Wildcat Mountain State Park Campground

    Great area for canoeing and kayaking

    Pretty cool state park. Campground is located on the top of the hill. Wish there were more hiking trails. You can also hike on the horse trails if you want. Would highly recommend canoeing or kayaking the Kickapoo River if you are spending a weekend there.

  • Amy G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 7, 2018

    White 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.

Guide to Reedsburg

Governor Dodge State Park Equestrian Campground offers dedicated space for riders and their horses within Wisconsin's scenic driftless region. Located 30 miles southwest of Reedsburg, the campground sits among limestone bluffs and valleys carved by ancient glacial meltwater. The area receives approximately 34 inches of annual rainfall, creating lush vegetation throughout the spring and summer camping seasons.

What to do

Trail riding through varied terrain: Equestrian riders can access over 25 miles of horse trails directly from Twin Valley Campground — Governor Dodge State Park. "There are tons of trails, two beautiful beaches and an incredible waterfall. Some paths are paved for those who struggle with uneven terrain. There are bald eagles all over and plenty of fish," notes reviewer Mallory M.

Explore waterfall and canyon systems: The Lost Canyon and Stephens Falls trails provide unique geological features within a short hike. "Lost Canyon was BEAUTIFUL and had so many interesting geographical features. The trails behind the hike-in campsites also lead to some cliffs with some really amazing views," shares Mary M., who stayed at Twin Valley.

Kayaking the Kickapoo River: Plan a day trip from Wildcat Mountain State Park Campground for river adventures. "Great location for kayaking and hiking. The facilities are well maintained and clean. Camping sites are spacious and the stars at night is amazing. Bring or rent kayaks to float the Kickapoo River. Ontario to bridge 5 was 2.5 hours," reports John B.

What campers like

Private, secluded campsites: Many campers appreciate the spacing between sites at White Mound County Campground. "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," notes Jaime L.

Reasonable fees: Several parks offer affordable rates for equestrian camping. Amy G. detailed White Mound County Campground's fee structure: "$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."

Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness varies by location and season. Fred S. from Twin Valley Campground reports: "While other Wisconsin state parks have shut off most water & closed their shower houses, ghost park kept these amenities available this late in October; that was a nice surprise. Sites are wooded & spacious. Shower house/restroom was warm & clean."

What you should know

Weather considerations: Spring conditions can affect trail accessibility. A visitor to Cox Hollow Campground — Governor Dodge State Park mentioned: "We went through a lot of firewood - the bags at the park office were $5 and were pretty decent. We also purchased wood from the trailer next to the Don Q inn for $5 an armful, but it was rather wet."

Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for local wildlife interactions. Sarah R. from Twin Valley warns: "PSA (obvi) keep your food and garbage locked up and away from your site. The raccoons here are insanely bold, we had one frequently visit our site and get VERY close to us and in the evening ended up ripping thru the roof of our tent."

Campsite selection: Research specific sites before booking. Paul N. describes site 263 at Twin Valley: "While the walk-in site I stayed at with my son (263) really isn't all that far from where you park, it still leaves you surrounded by trees, and secluded from (seeing) other campers. The site has a gorgeous view as it butts up to a valley with a steep drop off near the site. That said, there are no level spots on the entire site to pitch a tent."

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly activities: Merry Mac's Campground offers structured recreation for children. "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," describes Tracy C.

Pet-friendly options: Many parks accommodate four-legged family members. Sarah B. from Cox Hollow Campground notes: "My boyfriend and I brought our two dogs here to camp. They had a dog beach for them to swim in which was a huge plus! Great hiking with some beautiful scenery."

Seasonal considerations: Camping comfort varies throughout the year. A reviewer at Wildcat Mountain State Park shared: "We kayaked the Kickapoo river and stayed here for a night. We didn't reserve a site so the only spots left were the walk-in sites. There were carts to use and parking wasn't too far so it wasn't bad at all. We were close to a vault toilet and the flush toilets/showers weren't too far away."

Tips from RVers

Site selection for larger rigs: At Sleepy Dragon Campground, RVers can find sites with full hookups. Taylor U. reports: "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."

Power options: Not all campgrounds offer the same electrical capabilities. Scott G. noted about Twin Valley: "Great park in the middle of nowhere Wisconsin. Not far from the house on the rock and Taliesin. Great open hiking trail. Well laid out sites with lots of space. Only ding is the price of a state park pass. Not pro rated and they expire at the end of the calendar year."

Seasonal availability: Most equestrian campgrounds near Reedsburg operate on limited schedules. Brian O. advises about Twin Valley: "It's best to get reservations early. Twin Valley campground is split into upper and lower. Lower being better for larger RVs while upper has more shaded, cozier sites better for smaller rigs and tents."

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