Can you reserve a site at Canebrake Horse Camp?

Yes, Canebrake Horse Camp is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Canebrake Horse Camp?

85 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Canebrake Horse Camp?

Yes, pets are allowed at Canebrake Horse Camp.

Are campfires allowed at Canebrake Horse Camp?

Campfires are allowed at Canebrake Horse Camp. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Canebrake Horse Camp, North Carolina — 28 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Canebrake Horse Camp lies in the Badin Lake Recreation Area, a hub for outdoor activities in central North Carolina's Uwharrie National Forest. The facility is a scenic and restful overnight spot with both single and double campsites. Canebrake Horse Camp is specifically designed for campers traveling with horses and offers numerous amenities for equestrian camping. If your visit to the Uwharrie National Forest includes camping without horses, please consider one of our other campgrounds: Arrowhead Campground, Badin Lake Campground or Badin Lake Group Camp.

Campers will delight in nearly 40 miles of forested horseback riding trails, as well as hiking, mountain biking, off-road vehicle riding, swimming, fishing and boating opportunities in the area. The campground is open year-round.

Recreation

The equestrian trail system is extensive, with miles of forested paths wandering through forests, over hills and across streams. The trails can be accessed from Canebrake using the Home Trail, which skirts the campground. Trails range from easy to difficult, accommodating riders of every level.

The recreation area also offers many ways to enjoy the lake. Campers can spend the afternoon swimming, boating or fishing for bass, bream, crappie and catfish on the water.

Back on land, off-road vehicle enthusiasts have access to 17 miles of trails, and hunters and hikers can explore the surrounding national forest.

Facilities

This campground offers many conveniences for horse campers, including a horse washing station, hitching racks, tack tables, parking spurs for horse trailers and direct access to trails.

Campsites are arranged around two loops. Each site is equipped with an electric hookup, picnic table, grill, campfire ring and lantern post, and many sites are shaded. The facility also provides drinking water, showers, flush toilets and a centrally-located dump station.

Natural Features

Canebrake lies in a quiet forest of pine, oak and hickory near the shore of 5,000-acre Badin Lake.

Winter temperatures range from the low 30s to upper 50s, while summer brings temperatures in the upper 80s and 90s and high humidity. Weather is pleasant in spring and fall, with high temperatures in the 60s and 70s.

Nearby Attractions

A theme park with a petting zoo, nature center and mini golf course lies just under an hour away and makes a fun day trip for families.

The facts

28 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 85 ft
Up to 16 people per site
Loops: HORSE CAMP

Site types

28 Equestrian Electric

Amenities

Electric hookups
Campfires allowed
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

28 campsites at Canebrake Horse Camp

Check-in 4:00 PM · Check-out 2:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	65 ft	8	🐾
002	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	65 ft	8	🐾
003	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	65 ft	8	🐾
004	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	8	🐾
005	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	55 ft	8	🐾
006	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	55 ft	8	🐾
007	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	65 ft	8	🐾
008	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	50 ft	8	🐾
009	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
010	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	75 ft	8	🐾
011	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	85 ft	8	🐾
012	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	8	🐾
013	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	65 ft	8	🐾
014	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	8	🐾
015	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	55 ft	8	🐾
016	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	65 ft	8	🐾
017	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	55 ft	8	🐾
018	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	75 ft	8	🐾
019	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	55 ft	16	🐾
021	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	65 ft	16	🐾
022	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	8	🐾
023	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	75 ft	8	🐾
024	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	75 ft	8	🐾
025	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	55 ft	16	🐾
026	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	50 ft	8	🐾
027	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	65 ft	8	🐾
028	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	8	🐾
029	HORSE CAMP	Equestrian Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	75 ft	8	🐾

Getting there

The address is 616 McLeans Creek Road, Troy, NC 27371. From Troy, North Carolina, take State Highway 109 north for approximately 10 miles. Turn left onto Mullinix Road (State Highway 1154) and travel approximately 1.5 miles to a stop sign and "T" intersection. Turn right, and travel about 0.25 mile to the campground on the right.

35.43944, -80.04861 · 35°26'22.0"N 80°2'55.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 89°F in Jul, down to 51°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	51	55	63	72	79	86	89	87	81	73	62	54
Low °F	31	33	40	48	57	66	69	68	62	50	40	34
Precip in	3.8	3.0	4.0	3.7	3.5	4.7	5.2	4.8	4.6	3.6	3.3	3.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Canebrake Horse Camp

Can you reserve a site at Canebrake Horse Camp?: Yes, Canebrake Horse Camp is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Canebrake Horse Camp have?: 28 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Canebrake Horse Camp?: 85 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Canebrake Horse Camp?: Yes, pets are allowed at Canebrake Horse Camp.
Does Canebrake Horse Camp have hookups?: Electric.
Are campfires allowed at Canebrake Horse Camp?: Campfires are allowed at Canebrake Horse Camp. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Canebrake Horse Camp

Arrowhead Campground 1.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Badin Lake Group Camp 1.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Badin Lake Campground 1.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
King's Mountain Point Picnic Pavilion (NC) 2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cove Boat Ramp 1.4 mi · Facility
Flintlock Valley Shooting Range 1.4 mi · Facility
Uwharrie Hunt Camp 1.5 mi · Campground
Badin Lake Recreation Area 1.7 mi · Facility
Art Lilley Campground 2.6 mi · Campground
West Morris Mtn. Campground 3.2 mi · Campground
Uwharrie National Forest 11.7 mi · Facility
North Carolina Transportation Museum 27.6 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 910-576-6391 X 0
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

Canebrake Horse Camp