Horse Campground

Star4.90
8 reviews
Horse Campground
Stargazing

Quick Facts

400 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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January 2026

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January 2026
Horse 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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What Campers Say

4.90

Top-Rated

Based on 8 reviews

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Campground Map

Horse Campground

Horse Campground

36.7102, -78.6965


Best Time to Camp at Horse Campground

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Good for camping, paddling and warm-weather activities; no explicit swim details.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Likely excellent: cooler weather, foliage and continued stargazing appeal.

Best
Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5

Mild temps, active rivers and greening forests make spring attractive.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.5 / 5

Low-elevation winters offer fewer activities; dark skies remain a plus.

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    About Horse Campground

    The largest lake in Virginia is only one of the Staunton River State Park's many attractions, which include camping, cabins, picnic shelters and trails.
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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.

    Weather at Horse Campground

    Reviews

    4.9
    8 reviews
    Top-Rated
    Top-Rated
    Horse Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Review Summaries
    Based on 8 reviews

    What Campers Love

    • Many campers say the campground and park are **generally clean and well‑maintained**, with friendly, helpful staff.[1][3] • The park’s **International Dark Sky Park** status and outstanding...
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    Based on 8 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    • **Bugs are a major issue in warm weather**: multiple reviews describe severe mosquitoes, chiggers, and ticks; strong bug spray and full‑coverage clothing are strongly recommended, especially in...
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    Last updated January 5, 2026
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