Is Equestrian Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Equestrian Campground accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Are there showers at Equestrian Campground?

Yes, Equestrian Campground has shower facilities available for campers. Check the amenities section for details on hours and any fees.

Is there cell service at Equestrian Campground?

Cell phone service at Equestrian Campground is generally available. Cell service is available. Coverage may vary by carrier and exact location within the campground.

Are dogs allowed at Equestrian Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Equestrian Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Equestrian Campground?

Equestrian Campground offers: Restrooms, Showers, Potable Water, Dump Station, Electrical Hookups. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Equestrian Campground?

Popular activities at Equestrian Campground include Hiking. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Equestrian Campground

3 reviews

Featured in:Family-Friendly Campgrounds Minnesota

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Pets

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Real-Time Availability

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Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

No Pets

ElectricShowers

Book on MinnesotaStateParks (Minnesota Department of Natural Resources)Official Website

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Plan your visit for the shoulder seasons—early spring or fall—when cooler temperatures keep mosquito populations in check and the prairie grasses paint the landscape in golden hues. Summer brings warmth and longer days, but also hungrier insects in the wetland-rich region. After rainfall, the open ground can turn muddy without tree roots to absorb excess water, so pack appropriate footwear and be prepared to give hooves extra attention during wet spells.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.0 / 5

Text: 'Summer is prime for riding and camping; daytime highs 65–85°F.'

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About Equestrian Campground

Tucked away in Glacial Lakes State Park, this intimate equestrian campground offers a peaceful retreat for riders and their horses. With just a handful of sites spread across open prairie terrain, you'll find plenty of solitude under Minnesota's big sky, though you'll want to bring your own shade.

Equestrian (horse) campground — small, usually quiet, with a few mostly open sites and sparse shade.

Weather and SeasonsPlan your visit for the shoulder seasons—early spring or fall—when cooler temperatures keep mosquito populations in check and the prairie grasses paint the landscape in golden hues. Summer brings warmth and longer days, but also hungrier insects in the wetland-rich region. After rainfall, the open ground can turn muddy without tree roots to absorb excess water, so pack appropriate footwear and be prepared to give hooves extra attention during wet spells.

Natural Features and SceneryYour campsite sits in the heart of Minnesota's glacial lakes region, where sweeping grasslands tell the story of ancient ice sheets that carved this landscape thousands of years ago. The open prairie setting means you'll trade tree cover for panoramic views and star-filled nights. While you won't find the dense canopy of the park's wooded areas here, the exposed terrain creates an authentic prairie camping experience with unobstructed horizons stretching in every direction.

Geological RegionGlacial lakes region

Scenic ViewsOpen, exposed site layouts with limited tree screening; views are generally unobstructed but offer little shade or privacy.

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Reported amenities include flush toilets and showers, potable water, electric sites, and a sanitary waste drop. Cell service is reported to be available for most of the stay.

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Electric hookups1 of 1 sites (100%)

Activities you can enjoy

The state park system offers evening naturalist programs and moonlit walks; the park has trails and opportunities for hiking. The site is an equestrian camp intended for horseback campers, though reviewers report limited horse-trail mileage.

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Hazards & AlertsHeavy mosquitoes in summer and standing water/muddy conditions after rain are commonly reported. The campground's central parking/turn areas can feel cramped at times.

No Water HookupsSite-level water hookups are not available. RV campers should fill freshwater tanks before arrival; check the No Potable Water note above if applicable for drinking water.

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Equestrian Campground has limited reviews, placing it in the bottom % of campgrounds based on reviews

Small, usually quiet equestrian camp with only a few mostly open, unshaded sites. Reviewers praise clean flush toilets and showers but frequently complain about heavy mosquitoes in summer, close site spacing, muddy conditions after rain, and older facilities.

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Usually quiet and lightly used; small, uncrowded horse camp; clean flush toilets and showers reported.

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Equestrian campers who want a clean, low-key base camp and aren't counting on big trail mileage. The flush toilets and showers are a genuine plus for a horse camp this size, and early fall visits mostly sidestep the mosquito problem.

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Summer visits without serious bug defense will be miserable. The sites are close together, go muddy fast after rain, and the horse trail options are thin enough that riders expecting a full multi-day riding itinerary will run out of trail quickly.

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Site layout: Horseback riders and backpack campers can camp at the trail center and at remote sites. A shady, spacious campground is available. source

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About Pinewood Lake

Context for the broader area surrounding Equestrian Campground, sourced from the federal Recreation.gov rec-area record.

Pinewood Lake is located about 12 miles southwest of Loveland, Colorado. The Lake and Dam are a small part of the <A HREF="http://www.usbr.gov/projects/Project.jsp?proj_Name=Colorado-Big+Thompson+Project">Colorado-Big Thompson Project</a>, one of the largest and most complex ever constructed by Reclamation. The reservoir has approximately 97 water surface acres, 142 land acres and 3 miles of shoreline. It stores, regulates, and diverts water from the Colorado River on the western slope of the Continental Divide to the eastern slope of the Rocky Mountains.Developments at the Lake include 3 campgrounds with 18 campsites and 1 boat-launch ramp. Access is good. Only no-wake power boating is allowed. Primary recreational activities include fishing, camping, and boating. Primary sport fish available are rainbow trout. Facilities and campgrounds are closed in winter due to ice and snow.

Directions

Off county road 18E about 12 miles southwest of Loveland, CO.