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Wild Horse Equestrian Family

San Bernardino National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Angelus Oaks, CA, CA

Price: From $35 per night

Price range: $35–$69 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (26 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Wild Horse Equestrian Campground is one of a handful that is equipped for corralling horses in the beautiful pine-forested mountains of Southern California available by reservation and is for equestrian campers only . It is strategically located to provide campers with access to a variety of horseback riding trails, as well as the wide open meadows of the San Gorgonio Wilderness. Some sites are accessible and only campers with horses are allowed to use the campground.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/wild-horse-equestrian-family to be notified when sites open up.

Wild Horse Equestrian Family offers a rare opportunity for horse campers with corrals and access to diverse backcountry trails in Southern California's pine-forested mountains. Campers praise the facility's real bathrooms, flush toilets, and hot showers.

Wildlife alert: Southern Pacific Rattlesnake present in area; also Mexican Whip-poor-will, Steller's Jay, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Northern Saw-whet Owl, San Bernardino Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Western Skink, and Ringneck Snake.

Insider tips for Wild Horse Equestrian Family: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Bring self-contained RV; no hookups available at most sites Plan for uneven terrain; recent rain damage has affected campsites

Skip Wild Horse Equestrian Family if: You need RV hookups. You visit outside May-October season. You're not equipped for equestrian camping or prefer non-horse-focused sites. Trail conditions are poor due to recent heavy rain.

Best time to visit Wild Horse Equestrian Family: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Skyline (Angelus Oaks, CA), Heart Bar Campground (Angelus Oaks, CA), Coon Creek Group Campground (ANGELUS OAKS, CA), Lobo Group (ANGELUS OAKS, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Wild Horse Equestrian Family

Cell signal at Wild Horse Equestrian Family (Angelus Oaks, CA): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
  • T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Angelus Oaks, CA, CA★ 4.7 (26 reviews)From $35/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Wild Horse Equestrian Campground is one of a handful that is equipped for corralling horses in the beautiful pine-forested mountains of Southern California available by reservation and is for equestrian campers only . It is strategically located to provide campers with access to a variety of horseback riding trails, as well as the wide open meadows of the San Gorgonio Wilderness. Some sites are accessible and only campers with horses are allowed to use the campground.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV30 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowers
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups✕ You visit outside May-October season✕ You're not equipped for equestrian camping or prefer non-horse-focused sites✕ Trail conditions are poor due to recent heavy rain

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Bring self-contained RV; no hookups available at most sites

Plan for uneven terrain; recent rain damage has affected campsites

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G + 5G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Southern Pacific Rattlesnake present in area; also Mexican Whip-poor-will, Steller's Jay, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Northern Saw-whet Owl, San Bernardino Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Western Skink, and Ringneck Snake.

Location

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Getting there →

From I-10 in Redlands, turn onto State Highway 38 and continue north for approximately 31 miles, to Forest Route 1N02. Turn right and continue less than a mile to the campground.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — San Bernardino National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at San Bernardino National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Wild Horse Equestrian Family cost per night?+
Wild Horse Equestrian Family costs $35–$69 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Wild Horse Equestrian Family open?+
Wild Horse Equestrian Family is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Wild Horse Equestrian Family have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Wild Horse Equestrian Family?+
Wild Horse Equestrian Family can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at Wild Horse Equestrian Family?+
Wild Horse Equestrian Family is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Wild Horse Equestrian Family?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Wild Horse Equestrian Family is rated strong. Best carrier: AT&T. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Wild Horse Equestrian Family open, and what are check-in times?+
Wild Horse Equestrian Family is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$35 /night★ 4.7 (26)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Skyline

Angelus Oaks, CA

From $127/night

Heart Bar Campground

Angelus Oaks, CA

From $29/night

Coon Creek Group Campground

ANGELUS OAKS, CA

From $127/night

Lobo Group

ANGELUS OAKS, CA

From $362/night

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