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Equestrian Camping near Richfield, WI

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    Kettle Moraine State Forest offers two specialized horse camping areas near Richfield, Wisconsin. The Northern Unit New Prospect Horseriders Campground in Campbellsport and Southern Unit Horseriders Campground in Palmyra provide electric hookups, drinking water, and designated trailer parking for equestrians. Both campgrounds maintain showers, toilets, and water hookups specifically for riders accessing the extensive trail networks. Sites can accommodate both tents and RVs with ample space for horse trailers. The campgrounds remain open seasonally, with the Northern Unit operating from early May through late October and the Southern Unit available from April through November. Park staff keep the campgrounds very clean with well-maintained facilities.

    Trail access directly from both horse campgrounds connects riders to miles of bridle paths through the varied Kettle Moraine terrain. The Southern Unit Horseriders Campground features direct access to the extensive trail system with loops ranging from short rides to all-day adventures. Water sources for horses are available throughout the riding areas, and picnic tables at each site provide convenient areas for feed storage and tack organization. Riders must maintain their reservation for the duration of their stay, with a state park vehicle sticker required in addition to camping fees. The campgrounds fill quickly during summer weekends and fall color season, making advance reservations essential for equestrians planning overnight stays with their horses. Most sites offer sufficient room for portable corrals or highlines when bringing multiple horses.

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    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Richfield (11)

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      1. Ottawa Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit

      4.3(52)24mi from Richfield103 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Site was spacious but very close to your neighbors. Lots to do in the area. Bathrooms and showers were clean. The beach was not clean and very hard to walk on, very rocky."

      "Red Trail, Paradise Trail,Rice Lake are all great hikes. Great views of Lake Ottawa. The close by town of Oconomowoc has a nice place to eat, Burkes Lakeside."

      from $23 - $38 / night

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      2. Menomonee Park by Waukesha County Parks

      3.9(8)6mi from RichfieldRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "There are miles of nice hiking trails, a nice beach, pavilions to rent, horse riding trails, archery range and I’m sure I’m missing more."

      "The park has a lot of trails for hiking, biking and some horse trails. The quarry is good for swimming, kayaking, or canoeing. There is a beach with life guards."

      from $25 - $80 / night

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      3. Mauthe Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit

      4.4(45)25mi from Richfield141 sitesRVs, Tents

      "I live very close to this park and camp here often. It is a nice family type campground with a nice swimming beach and playground for children."

      "Mauthe Lake Campground is located in the Northern Kettle Moraine Forest in East/Centreal Wisconsin."

      from $23 - $38 / night

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      4. Pinewoods & Group Camp — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit

      4.4(26)22mi from Richfield107 sitesRVs, Tents

      "It is close to the Ice Age trail and the Scuppernong trail, and a short drive from Ottawa Lake.  Nearby is some excellent mountain biking in hilly terrain at the Emma Carlin and John Muir trails. "

      "Pinewoods Campground is part of the southern Kettle Morraine State Forest in Wisconsin. The campground is secluded and most sites are private and shaded."

      from $23 - $90 / night

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      5. Harnischfeger County Park

      5.0(3)15mi from RichfieldRVs, Tents

      "Has trails, disc golf, and rock river for kayaking."

      "Their is also a great hiking trail if you like that."

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      6. New Prospect Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit

      4.0(2)26mi from Richfield24 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Open tent sites and well designed riggings and beyond excellent, well-maintained trails, accommodations and hospitality."

      from $38 - $50 / night

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      7. Big Foot Beach State Park Campground

      3.6(24)47mi from Richfield101 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "We stayed at site 98- just barely big enough to fit our travel trailer in and right next to the showers and bathrooms. Not a great location, but fine."

      "This is one of the most popular State Parks in Wisconsin because it's on Lake Geneva. In fact, it's the only state park within town's limits."

      from $18 - $36 / night

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      8. Horseriders Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit

      5.0(1)31mi from Richfield56 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Driving on country roads to this campground, I drove past many many horse ranches. So it's no surprise that there is a dedicated campground for horseback riding in this state park. "

      from $23 - $70 / night

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      9. Elkhorn Campgrounds

      4.3(4)42mi from RichfieldRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Within walking distance to downtown Elkhorn, EAHS, and the horse areana. You might even be able to catch a show or two on site at the fair grounds, depending on the time of year."

      "Easy access to electric and/or water. If unsure, contact office. Site, restrooms, and showers were clean. There are a lot of sites but still felt like there was ample space."

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      10. Sundance Farm Campground

      3.5(2)39mi from RichfieldRVs, Tents
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    • Julie L.
      Mar. 20, 2017

      Mauthe Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit

      Mauthe-Lake Northern Kettle Morraine

      I live very close to this park and camp here often. It is a nice family type campground with a nice swimming beach and playground for children. There is only 1 bath house here and MANY pit toilets that are surprisingly clean and not real stinky. It is part of the Northern Unit of the Kettle Moraine and there are great hiking and biking trails as well as horse trails with a horse camp nearby. Every once in a while you can spot an eagle soaring around dinner time. There are sites very near the lake, but I prefer the ones up the hill. Mosquitos are present in the early summer and the breezes topside keep them at bay.

    • Josh F.
      Dec. 3, 2020

      Horseriders Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit

      If I had a horse, I'd definitely camp here

      Driving on country roads to this campground, I drove past many many horse ranches. So it's no surprise that there is a dedicated campground for horseback riding in this state park. 

      Built for Large Gatherings

      There are a number of COVID-era regulations that as of this writing are in place, see photos of the signs posted. This campground is clearly built for large groups to hang out together. There is a large shelter with picnic tables and very convenient roll-up sides that can be used to protect people during inclement weather. There is also a large grill that would be great for serving many, and a very nice fire pit with fixed seating for a large group. 

      Ammenities

      There are also nice touches, such as a small stair-step for beginners or young people to mount their horse. And the campground has a little free library. There are electric and non-electric campsites, all seem to have a picnic table and fireplace. There are ample places to bridle horses and shared corrals every four or five campsites. There are also animal waste collection areas throughout the campground. There are several pit toilets throughout the campground, and one building with flush toilets and showers. It's a very nice and fairly new building.

      Group Campsite

      The group campsite has six sites and they are not pull through for trailers. There is a fire pit with fixed seating around it centrally-located in the group campsite. The group campsite does not have electric units. 

      And no surprise, there is easy access to horse trails throughout the state forest. 

      My Top Picks

      There are several sites along one side of the park that are a little more secluded and in a pine forest. They have picnic tables and fire pits like the others, they include 409, 410, 411, 412, 413. There's also a series of pull-through sites that would make it easier for those who don't care to back trailers in or out of the site. These include electric sites 405, 404, 403, 402, and 401.

      There's a nice couple of campsites at the end of one of the loops that affords a little bit of privacy, the only problem is they abut the main road and are a little noisy with car traffic. However, they are sweet sites. They include 427 and 428. Unfortunately, they camping here you would hear all of the car traffic while all the other campsites are much further away from the road.

    • Kim L.
      Jul. 28, 2019

      Big Foot Beach State Park Campground

      Great state park for family RV camping

      I love everything about this park except the beach, so it didn’t get a 5 star. We stayed at site 98- just barely big enough to fit our travel trailer in and right next to the showers and bathrooms. Not a great location, but fine. Took a walk around and found plenty of other large, private shaded electric sites. If we came here again I would go for a site away from the bathroom. The tent sites looks fantastic- large and private. Plenty of hiking trails here, a decent playground, and tons of large fields to picnic in. Park has a Facebook page where they post activities. Friday night we saw a presentation on the cranes of Wisconsin, and Saturday morning we did a parkwide scavenger hunt. All fun for the family. We would definitely camp here again. The beach is across the very busy road, and has about 10 ft of sand before the road. Fine for a dip, but not relaxing. Very crowded. Other beaches are nearby but not free. Town of Lake Geneva is very cute in an upscale tourist way. Our kid found the museum a lot of fun.

    • A
      May. 31, 2019

      Pinewoods & Group Camp — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit

      Fine camp for hikers on the Ice Age trail.

      A good campground for tents and trailers in a pine forest.  It is close to the Ice Age trail and the Scuppernong trail, and a short drive from Ottawa Lake.  Nearby is some excellent mountain biking in hilly terrain at the Emma Carlin and John Muir trails.  You can almost feel like you're away from it all, but there is a small highway in the distance.

    • Brenton S.
      Jul. 1, 2020

      Elkhorn Campgrounds

      Affordable and friendly!

      Such a great little place to escape to or visit if you're just passing through. Nothing crazy fancy but hook-ups and fire pits available if needed. Within walking distance to downtown Elkhorn, EAHS, and the horse areana. You might even be able to catch a show or two on site at the fair grounds, depending on the time of year.

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

      Big Foot Beach State Park Campground

      There are no Yeti here

      This is one of the most popular State Parks in Wisconsin because it's on Lake Geneva. In fact, it's the only state park within town's limits. This area has always been a summer getaway, so reservations are hard to get. We went in October, so it was much easier, but the weather was unpredictable.
       The lake is famous for it's mansions, summer homes and the trail which goes around the entire perimeter and is open to the public, no matter how many property lines it crosses.
       The park is on the lake, 2 miles south of downtown. So, a 40 min walk, 11 by bike, though there are hills on both routes. The park has a long strip of beach that almost seems like a shoulder to the main road. There's a fishing lagoon with a bait vending machine. The campsites and trails are further back, and out of the wind.
       The sites are generally spacious, some are oddly shaped. The further back you go on the main loop though, actually brings you closer to town. You can hear events taking place at the High School even though it looks like you're in the woods.
       The main restroom and shower facility is brand new and spotless.
      Too many things to see and do in the area to list here but I'd point out the Boat House Bar & Grill is right next to the entrance. It has a big patio and is dog friendly. Easy walking distance from the campground. Good food at a good price.
       Outside of town, Lake Geneva County Meats is a butcher shop and more with a terrific selection and variety of brats (among other things) and can supply all your cookout needs.  Also, check out Royal Oaks farm & Orchard. In season, they have the greatest variety of apples we've ever seen. Better still, they are well labeled telling which types are best for what use. Of course, donuts and cider too.

    • Erin Z.
      Jul. 21, 2024

      Ottawa Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit

      Great Family Campground!

      Site was spacious but very close to your neighbors. Lots to do in the area. Bathrooms and showers were clean. The beach was not clean and very hard to walk on, very rocky. Electricity on site and water near by. Great trails close by.

    • C
      May. 12, 2018

      Ottawa Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit

      We love camping at Kettle...

      We go there every year. The campsites are large with lots of foliage for privacy. It's so pretty in the fall. Red Trail, Paradise Trail,Rice Lake are all great hikes. Great views of Lake Ottawa.

      The close by town of Oconomowoc has a nice place to eat, Burkes Lakeside.

      About 20 minutes northeast of the campground is Lapham Peek Park with a walk up tower offering great views of the area.

    • Jay W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 19, 2018

      Mauthe Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit

      Great Camping in the Middle of Kettle Moraine Forest

      Mauthe Lake Campground is located in the Northern Kettle Moraine Forest in East/Centreal Wisconsin. This is one of my frequent visited campgrounds in the state given all the recreational trails for hiking and bicycling. The campground is clean and spread out. This campground offers some of the cleanest showers I have encountered on my camping trips. The Lake to Lake bike trail connects Long Lake Campground and Mauthe Lake Campground which is abut an 8 mile trip one way. This trail is a mix of paved, dirt, and gravel and travels through different landscape . There is a short hiking trail around Mauthe Lake that you should be able to complete in an hour at a average pace. The Ice Age Trail also runs through the park as part of its 1200 plus miles through the state. Ice cream and restaurants are close by, just follow the Kettle Moraine Scenic Drive, which takes you on a scenic rout through the North Kettle and Southern Kettle Moraine Forest. Be prepared for LOUD FROGS when attempting to sleep, if you can sleep through this noise the campground won't let you down.

    Guide to Richfield

    Kettle Moraine State Forest spans over 56,000 acres across southeastern Wisconsin. The region formed during the last ice age when glacial deposits created distinctive ridges, kettles, lakes, and prairie remnants. Winter temperatures often drop below 10°F, while summer camping season brings warm days with highs around 80°F and cool nights in the 50s.

    What to do

    Trail riding adventures: Equestrians visiting the Mauthe Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Northern Unit-Iansr can access interconnected bridle paths. "There is a crushed gravel trail running from here to Long Lake that is great for running/walking/biking," notes Sarah L., highlighting multi-use trail options.

    Swimming and water recreation: Ottawa Lake in the Southern Unit offers refreshing swimming options. "There is a lake with a swimming area if that's what you're looking for, not to mention a dock with great fishing. We saw a guy with a catfish the size of my forearm," shares a camper from Kettle Moraine South Camping.

    Mountain biking: The forest features technical single-track trails. "Great natural and historical sites. Awesome single-track mountain bike trails. Multiple campgrounds. Something for everyone," notes Bruce G. from Kettle Moraine Southern Unit.

    What campers like

    Secluded campsites: Many campsites at Pinewoods Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Southern Unit offer privacy. "The site was actually really lovely and I appreciated the thick brush creating some real seclusion," reports Kendal R., who stayed in the quiet loop.

    Seasonal camping options: The Southern Unit remains open year-round. "You can camp year around in this campground. Most recent 2 times were winter camping. No host so buying wood is an issue, but pick a site on the edge and there is more than enough free. Bring a saw," advises Tim H.

    Family-friendly facilities: Menomonee Park near Richfield offers family-centered amenities. "The park has a lot of trails for hiking, biking and some horse trails. The quarry is good for swimming, kayaking, or canoeing. There is a beach with life guards," says Matt N. from Menomonee Park.

    What you should know

    Reservation requirements: Wisconsin State Parks require vehicle stickers in addition to camping fees. Sites fill quickly during peak seasons, especially in specialized areas like the horse campgrounds near Richfield.

    Campsite selection tips: Research specific sites before booking. "There are several sites along one side of the park that are a little more secluded and in a pine forest. They have picnic tables and fire pits like the others, they include 409, 410, 411, 412, 413," advises Josh F. about the Southern Unit Horseriders Campground.

    Weather preparation: Fall camping brings cooler temperatures while summer can be hot and humid. Pack appropriate clothing layers for seasonal temperature swings.

    Tips for camping with families

    Playground access: Several campgrounds offer play areas for children. "The sites are fairly close together and the trees are sparse, but it was a beautiful site and wonderfully quiet for the long weekend over the 4th of July. There is a playground right next to them as well," notes Wendy Z. about her experience.

    Swimming options: Multiple lakes throughout the region offer swimming beaches. "Nice beach/swimming area, bike path, and playground for the kids. Also the most beautiful sunset over the lake and pines in July," says Kaylyn C. about Mauthe Lake.

    Activity books: "Pick Up the activity book for kids it is a great adventure lots to do at the lake!!!" recommends Jill G., highlighting educational opportunities for children.

    Tips from RVers

    Electric hookup locations: Most equestrian campgrounds provide electric hookups near trailer parking areas. "We stayed with a group of people here with no electricity but was able to use my generator during the day while camping in my pop-up," explains Michael R. from Menomonee Park.

    Dump station availability: The Southern Unit maintains sanitary dump stations for RVs. "The campground is clean, well organized. The restrooms are just fine for a state park. Nothing special," reports Keith S. about Ottawa Lake Campground.

    RV site selection: For larger rigs, certain sites work better than others. "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," explains Lauren S. at Harnischfeger County Park.

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