Equestrian Campground

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Equestrian Campground

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Price

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Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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February 2026

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February 2026
Equestrian Campground
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Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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"Reviewers consistently praise Sam A. Baker / Equestrian Campground for its beautiful, well‑maintained natural setting, abundant trails, and easy water access (Big Creek / St. Francis) for swimming, fishing and kayaking. Campgrounds are described as family‑friendly, clean, quiet and shaded, with helpful staff, a small camp store, kayak/bike rentals and cabins available."

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Best Time to Camp at Equestrian Campground

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Wooded hills and streams make it attractive in summer for shade and water features.

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Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.5 / 5
Top 14% in MO

Oak–hickory forests in the Ozarks typically offer strong fall color and scenic appeal.

Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5

Spring in wooded Ozarks with clear streams typically offers good wildflowers and water flow.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.5 / 5

Season likely quieter and less accessible; no winter activities noted.

Planning Tips

    About Equestrian Campground

    With the ancient St. Francois Mountains, the unspoiled natural landscape and the cool waters of the St. Francis River and Big Creek, Sam A. Baker State Park has something for everyone. Access to both the river and creek gives anglers the opportunity to hook many varieties offishand canoeists the chance tofloatyear-round. Several miles of hiking, backpacking, bicycling and equestriantrailsprovide glimpses of the area as the earlier settlers found it. Exhibits in the park’snature centerinterpret the natural and cultural history of the park. Visitors can spend the night in either a rusticcabinor one of two largecampgrounds. For horse lovers, there is a separate equestrian camp. Shadedpicnic areasare available for small and large groups.
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    Policies & Safety

    No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.
    No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

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    Equestrian Campground has limited reviews, placing it in the bottom % of campgrounds based on reviews
    Reviewers consistently praise Sam A. Baker / Equestrian Campground for its beautiful, well‑maintained natural setting, abundant trails, and easy water access (Big Creek / St. Francis) for swimming, fishing and kayaking. Campgrounds are described as family‑friendly, clean, quiet and shaded, with helpful staff, a small camp store, kayak/bike rentals and cabins available.
    Review Summaries

    What Campers Love

    ["Scenic, wooded park with shade and clean, peaceful campgrounds","Direct water access to Big Creek and the St. Francis River for swimming, fishing and kayaking","Extensive trail systems for hiking,...
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    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    ["Reserve cabins well in advance (reviewers noted high demand; sometimes a year ahead)","If you want easy creek/river access for kids or fishing, book a site close to the water but be aware low sites...
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    Last updated February 17, 2026
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