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Beautiful Trails for the whole family. Not as difficult as we usually do but so fun to relax and have fun on the girls trip! We even enjoyed the obstacle course. Hopefully some things will be added and updated on the obstacle course for the next trip.
Comment by: Stella Caudill
Ride Date: 11/7/2024
Kevin, Janet & all the staff are wonderful! We where there for the fall ride, couldn't have ask for better weather. The facilities are to notch, from the site, stalls, entertainment & food! Guided rides, bands, bingo & food, did I mention the food?! We had it all! Wonderful time! Thank you Mammoth Cave Horse Camp!
Comment by: djar
Ride Date: 10/5/2024
Kevin, Janet & all the staff are wonderful! We where there for the fall ride, couldn't have ask for better weather. The facilities are to notch, from the site, stalls, entertainment & food! Guided rides, bands, bingo & food, did I mention the food?! We had it all! Wonderful time! Thank you Mammoth Cave Horse Camp!
Comment by: djar
Ride Date: 10/5/2024
This is our 4th year on the fall ride and we have also rode the spring ride. Each time, we are so impressed by the great service and accommodations this camp has. We will be back for our belt buckle next year!
Comment by: Deborah
Ride Date: 10/6/2024
Kevin and Janet are wonderful hosts, they make you feel like family! The food was EXCELLENT and the fellowship with the riders was TERRIFIC. We just completed 4 years at the Fall Ride, we're booked for next year already. We always look forward to this ride, we've been trail riding about 25 years. We've traveled many miles, so thankful this is a short drive for us as we live in Glasgow, Ky.
Comment by: Terry Caldwell
Ride Date: 10/6/2024
The campground is very nice, large clean bathhouse, instant hot water in the private room showers. Good stalls. Camp host, Chris, was great - shared lots of info about the trails & recommended where we rode. There are easy, wide trails and challenging trails. Nice little obstacle trail to play on. We rode Chicken Hollow (Wet Prong, Collie Ridge, Blair) a very nice easy 10 mile loop with some creek crossings. For more of a challenge we rode McCoy Hollow/First Creek - the hills were not steep, but plenty of rocky places to navigate with some places for the horses to climb or jump up/down - very beautiful with big rock formations, creeks and waterfalls - we rode all 18 miles of McCoy Hollow in one day, but next time will use the gravel road that goes up the center of the loop to make it 2 shorter days of riding. Will have to come back a few times to make sure we ride the other 40+ miles of trails we didn't get to. Easy to get to with truck & trailer. One of the best camps we've been in and great trails - definitely recommend.
Comment by: Marcia Coy
Ride Date: 9/26/2024
The staff are the absolute friendliest and helpful. Kevin, the owner, makes you feel like you're home again. The campground has such a wonderful park like appearance. We love spending time there. The mix of trails is great. We will definently be going back. The stalls were very safe and clean.
Comment by: Central Kentucky
Ride Date: 8/27/2024
Very family friendly atmosphere. Easy checking in. Clean bath houses. Private shower stalls. Very close to multiple attractions if you take the free Green River Ferry. Stalls were nice size. Wheel barrels and forks supplied. Water was easily accessible along with four wash racks. We really enjoyed Chris and staff and they were very attentive to our needs. Very well marked trails but inquire before you head out!!
Comment by: Karen Jaynes
Ride Date: 6/7/2024
Love Mammoth Cave Horse Camp!!! Highly recommend! Great hosts, campground, and trails! Can’t wait to go back!!
Comment by: Kadleta
Ride Date: 5/24/2024
Comment by: Karen Robbins
Ride Date: 5/5/2024
Kevin and the camp host ( I cannot remember his name) are fantastic. It's a laid back place and we like it that way. We go at least twice a year. The upper campground (Section B) needs a little TLC. The road is washing out and the ruts are deep, the stalls have drainage issues. Nothing some drain tiles and some gravel won't fix. We will definitely continue to go back.
Comment by: Rob Henry
Ride Date: 5/4/2024
I cannot speak highly enough of our experience! Kevin and Janet make each and everyone of their guest feel like family! The facility were extremely well cared for ! Campsites were great! Food exceptional! Entertainment was great! We have already booked for next year and bring more people!! Can’t wait!!
Comment by: Wendy Scattaregia
Ride Date: 4/14/2024
Great campground! Large sites and nice shower house facility. Good place for kids. The arena and obstacle trail are a really nice feature. It kept our 10 and 11 year old girls occupied when we were not out on the big trails. Stalls, bunk house and lodge were really nice as well. You must stall your horses and the main area is a long walk but they have a new area that stalls are right next to you sites which I prefer in lieu of keeping horse at your site. We rode the 10 mile loop and it had really good footing, a few rocky areas and climbs as well as a short stretch on a gravel road. We did encounter two groups of hikers and they were very respectful and helpful when I had a mule having a slight meltdown over their packs. All in all, good experience. Owners are first rate and will make your stay enjoyable.
Comment by: Heidiho247
Ride Date: 4/5/2024
Comment by: Jim S
Ride Date: 11/25/2023
It was my 2nd trip to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. They were good the 1st time and this time was the best. Trails are in very good shape and the stalls and campsite were in great shape.
Comment by: Shae Copeland
Ride Date: 11/2/2023
There are many wonderful horse camps across the country. A few of them are special. Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is that special camp that you can call home. Kevin and Janet Davis have built a camp that features excellent camp sites, roomy and secure stalls. A pavilion with fireplace serves as a cozy dining hall and entertainment center. The camp staff is attentive to your every need. Need help finding a farrier, veterinarian or mechanic? Kevin and crew have you covered. Check out the weekend and week long rides at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. Because the camp attracts great people you’ll make new and life long friends. Plus the trail system offers something for every level of rider. These days I spend a lor of time riding out West. But I make a pilgrimage back to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. Its worth the trip.
Comment by: J Kiel
Ride Date: 10/27/2023
Beautifully maintained and clean facilities, large well thought campsites, and very user friendly stalls. We all enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it to everyone!
Comment by: Tamera Alexander
Ride Date: 10/27/2023
The campground is great and the owners are fantastic. Little things like wheel barrows with flat tires or parts falling off are aggravating. Also, the trail map provided does not correspond with the markers on the trail. Very easy to get lost.
Comment by: Rob Henry
Ride Date: 10/21/2023
The camp was clean and the campground manager was exceptionally helpful. He checked on us several times to see if we needed anything and was always pleasant.
Comment by: Martie Chittum
Ride Date: 10/16/2023
Trails very well maintained, well marked, some to long for green honeys. Would do it again!
Comment by: Spottedwalker1
Ride Date: 10/14/2023
The campground was terrific, the food and staff absolutely outstanding. The trails were a bit more challenging than expected, but all in all a great week of riding.
Comment by: A Mongeau
Ride Date: 10/6/2023
Fantastic campground, hosts and staff. We love camping here. Everyone treats you like family and is so very friendly and helpful. We visit each year for the week long fall ride and look forward to it each year.
Comment by: Mary Ann Steiner
Ride Date: 10/2/2023
Mammoth Cave Campground is a great place to stay. The hosts are especially friendly and really care about making sure you have a good time and everything is up to your expectations. They checked on us each day and even when we saw them at a local restaurant, he made sure and acknowledged us and asked how we were doing. The campground itself was also top notch, it was clean, all the buildings have been kept up and looked very good. All in all, it was a great place to come relax and enjoy time with friends, riding your horse and making new friends along the way.
Comment by: mbecker64
Ride Date: 10/9/2023
Wonderful camp ground host. Very friendly and accommodating.
Comment by: Judy Fessant
Ride Date: 9/25/2023
Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is an amazing horse camp. Kevin and Janet are awesome hosts, they leave nothing to be desired. We look forward to each trip!
Comment by: Rebecca Smith
Ride Date: 9/4/2023
Very nice campground. Very clean and the owners make you feel very welcomed. You won't find a better campground.
Comment by: Martha Joyce Rogers
Ride Date: 3/29/2023
We have been going to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp for 3 years now. We have been to large events and been when there's less then 20 other campers. Not matter what the occasion is the customer service is superb and the grounds are always clean and friendly. KEVIN and his wife have always been extremely friendly and welcoming very professional and customer service oriented. It is a family friendly environment. My kids will remember growing up there I can't wait to hear the stories they will tell to their kids when they bring them there as well! If you're looking for a fun environment, no matter what age you are and you want to make everlasting memories, this is where it's at people! Stables are clean and secure. All the horse amenities that you could ask for or also on the grounds. We love this little Honey hole!
Comment by: Kristenjones
Ride Date: 8/19/2023
We have been to MCHC several times and love it everytime. The trail markers do need to be updated but other then that it's awesome. We have stayed up on the hill in the past. Up there needs a shower house and bathrooms. Kevin is really nice, the stalls are always clean and so are the bathrooms. Would like to see some shelves put in the shower rooms for putting your dry clothes on.
Comment by: Carla Lawson
Ride Date: 6/22/2023
I loved my stay at Mammoth Caves Horse Camp and I loved my rides in the park. Kevin is great at the campground. Water and electric at the site. Nice stall for my horse. Easy access to the trails. Trails are a great variety. Large loops. Some easy and some difficult. It was dry leading up to our time there and then rained every day. Lots of hills so was getting slick but happy that there were not a lot of muddy/boggy areas. Variety of single file primitive and then wide, small graveled/kitty liter style trails. Really enjoyed my time here.
Comment by: Jennifer Salo
Ride Date: 6/21/2023
Campground was clean and easy to set up. Bath house was clean, Stalls were well maintained and served their purpose well. Trails are marked with BLUE tags that were easy to locate however the trail name abbreviations and distance traveled were NONE Existent. It was hard to identify what trail you were riding and then the trail changed names. Our group was able to navigate using a phone app and it worked out well to keep the group on track. The BLUE markers need updated information applied to them. The trails were easy to moderate in traversing with only a very few rough to hard places due to mother nature for the most part. Our group was overall pleased and will plan another trip. Nice place overall.
Comment by: John Stivers
Ride Date: 6/17/2023
Some trails couldn't be ridden due to down trees from month prior. The campground owners cleared trails close to their facility so that their visitors would have a a plus experience and that is appreciated. The trails are scenic and wonderful.
Comment by: Diane Stratton
Ride Date: 5/5/2023
Always enjoy Mammoth Cave Horsecamp. Visited the weekend after the camps big spring fling ride so had the place pretty much to ourselves. Camp is always in great shape, barns also. Shavings were a bit difficult to get but learned where they are accessible when no one is at the office. Trails were in great shape and I know from talking with the camp worker that the crew from this camp worked their butts off clearing the trails the past few weeks and it showed!!! Raymer Hollar looked like a war zone and I can’t imagine the work it took clearing all the trees that were across the trail. We carry a saw and my husband cleared a couple on the other trails which he does everywhere we go. So thank you for your camp and all your efforts and hard work for everyone to enjoy it!!!
Comment by: Kentucky QH Rider
Ride Date: 4/27/2023
As always Mammoth Cave horse camp is clean and a great place to camp. Kevin, Janet, Chris and Denise are great. They treat you like family. We always enjoy our time at Mammoth cave horse camp. We did not ride horses this time down so I didn't rate the trails.
Comment by: Gregg Mason
Ride Date: 4/15/2023
This was a clean, friendly comfortable camp. I would have liked more hooks for hanging things in the bathroom by the bunk house and in the bunk house room. The shower was inconveniently located in relation to the bunk house, though I understand it is central to most camping spots. I would have brought a bike with me if I knew the showers were a hike away.
Comment by: Angie Pyle
Ride Date: 4/16/2023
This was our 2nd year camping at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp…..I can’t say enough about the campground. The site are all wonderful….level, gravel parking, picnic table, fire pits…etc. Stalls are great for the horses. Bathhouses are clean. The trails are wonderful…..various types from easy to technical. Chris and Denise are just wonderful people…very caring about each person at the campground. We will for sure be back again.
Comment by: Lisa Cawley
Ride Date: 4/8/2023
Very well marked trails. Beautiful scenery. Camp owner very cordial. Check in / out was quick and easy.
Comment by: Grace Marz
Ride Date: 4/1/2023
Very nice campground. The owners are the best.
Comment by: Chris Rogers
Ride Date: 3/29/2023
We stayed in the new section on the hill and loved the open stalls and having the horses right behind us. The trails were in pretty good condition considering the recent storms. Still downed trees but volunteers continuing to work hard to get them cleared. Some trails can be dicey in wet conditions and some are pretty rocky. But there are also plenty of easier trails, Wet Prong and Collie Ridge are the easiest nicer trails to get to from Mammoth cave horse camp. Wet Prong is a beautiful trail with pretty creek crossings.
Comment by: Cfina
Ride Date: 3/28/2023
Comment by: Debbie4Star
Ride Date: 6/1/2022
MCHC is a DONT MISS! Gorgeous trails, beautiful facility, clean stalls, level campsites, and all the staff is super hospitable and helpful! I was there with two friends and the transmission went out in my truck. They flew home after the event and I stayed behind an extra week with the horses waiting on the truck. Staff was wonderful, checking on me and the horses and superhelpful with supplies. Will definitely be back!
Comment by: Tanya M Nelson
Ride Date: 11/7/2022
MCHC is a DONT MISS! Gorgeous trails, beautiful facility, clean stalls, level campsites, and all the staff is super hospitable and helpful! I was there with two friends and the transmission went out in my truck. They flew home after the event and I stayed behind an extra week with the horses waiting on the truck. Staff was wonderful, checking on me and the horses and superhelpful with supplies. Will definitely be back!
Comment by: Tanya M Nelson
Ride Date: 11/7/2022
This was our first time at Mammoth. Stalls were nice as well as the campsite and trails. Maps we accessible. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Only thing I would suggest is not using the GPS Waze. It takes you off route into another road that has no turnaround. I suggest putting the sign for Mammoth Cave Horse Camp, on the opposite side of the road, not attached to the tupelo street sign. Other than that, no complaints, we will be back!
Comment by: Mary B.
Ride Date: 11/26/2022
Just left Mammoth Cave Horse Camp for their Cowgirl Weekend Event, let me tell you it was by far my favorite camping trip, the atmosphere was amazing, the food was delicious and I would recommend it to every cowgirl young and old. it was an absolute blast! and I will be making this a yearly tradition
Comment by: GoodGollyMsMolley
Ride Date: 11/6/2022
Camp has large sites easily accessible with quick access to the trails. MCHC is well maintained with friendly helpful owner. This is my 3rd annual Halloween activity there.I have already reserved my site for 2023!!!
Comment by: Paula Cordova
Ride Date: 10/28/2022
This was our second stay at MCHC and 3rd trip to the area. MCHC has grown now with a large area B for camping with stalls right there. Camp is clean, well organized. They responded quickly in our planning phase when we had questions about hay etc. Check in was smooth and fast. Bedding was delivered to the stalls right away. Staff was FANTASTIC. Chris rounded several times a day checking on things. Kevin came by once he was back home and checked on all the campers. The trails have had a lot of work done on them since we were last there. The NPS has really improved the footing in many places and marking them better as well. I highly recommend this camp and area as a wonderful trail rider destination!
Comment by: RachelV
Ride Date: 10/18/2022
We loved it, very clean and maintained. Had an issue with my mare the 3rd day Denise and Chris went out of their way to contact me and while we were on a med run took time out of their day to help my mare till we got back. She's fine and I feel their help and concerns for her helped. Even thou we got cut a day short of riding I don't Regret the 6.5 hour drive and look forward to returning in the spring.
Comment by: Pete Carver
Ride Date: 10/13/2022
We love going to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp! Kevin, Janet and staff are so friendly! The sites are clean and accessible! The fall and spring trail rides are very well planned with different options for the riders. The food is very good and plentiful from the front of the line to the back! The trail for the fall ride with in great shape! All the people who take care of us are very good! We do go back!
Comment by: djar
Ride Date: 10/1/2022
We love this campground and the owners and staff are unbelievable. They put on wonderful trail rides with amazing food and entertainment. The trails are being improved each year when we visit and the scenery is beautiful.
Comment by: Mary Ann Steiner
Ride Date: 10/3/2022
Awesome place to ride excellent experience owners and staff are great
Comment by: Jay Kinman
Ride Date: 10/2/2022
Great hosts and great facility!
Comment by: MARY WEBB-SMITH
Ride Date: 10/6/2022
It’s unfortunate there is not a cut through to connect the longer trails, but is a beautiful ride. Will definitely go again
Comment by: Leslie Sampson
Ride Date: 9/17/2022
It’s unfortunate there is not a cut through to connect the longer trails, but is a beautiful ride. Will definitely go again
Comment by: Leslie Sampson
Ride Date: 9/17/2022
Beautiful camp. Beware of some rides are rugged climbing
Comment by: Angiects
Ride Date: 9/8/2022
Absolutely loved this campground. The stall construction are the best I've seen. I would give the trails a 5 star if there was less mud and there were several trees down across the trails. Nothing new for my horse and myself, but was expecting more trail maintenance for a national park. This could just be my wrong perception. I would encourage a trip/stay here!
Comment by: Kelly G
Ride Date: 8/15/2022
Great place to camp. Stayed in the bunkhouse which was clean and very comfortable. Bathrooms and showers were also clean.
Comment by: BranMill Farm
Ride Date: 6/5/2022
Comment by: Caroline Maddox
Ride Date: 5/14/2022
David and I love camping and riding at Mammoth Cave and we highly recommend the Mammoth Cave Horse Camp! The barns are top notch, the sites are beautiful and well kept, with trees, mowed grassy areas, and gravel base. The trails are gorgeous. The mess hall is beautiful with a big stone fireplace. Kevin and Janet are great hosts. LOVE their events! The food is great; big breakfast and big supper every day with lunch fixins or a cookout midday. The entertainment is awesome; love the bands!! 5 star on all accounts! :-)
Comment by: Lisa Smith
Ride Date: 4/4/2022
Love the campground and trails. Will definitely be going back for more visits.
Comment by: Donnie meeks
Ride Date: 11/21/2021
I was there as a grandmother & a 4-H Horse Club volunteer with my 11 year old grandson and our Tennessee Walking Horses. Everybody was very friendly and so accommodating. We stayed in the Big Bunkhouse & our horses in the stalls next to it. Great Experience. THANKS!
Comment by: Linda Starnes
Ride Date: 11/13/2021
We spent a week at MCHC just as the weather turned cool and leaves started changing from vivid green to crimson and gold. All the facilities—both human and equine—were clean and satisfactory, and the owners super friendly and welcoming, but most incredible of all was Chris—he went above and beyond to make our visit a perfect holiday. The trails were beautiful, with a nice mix of dense forest, sparkling creeks, and scenic landscapes. The camp filled up a bit on the weekend, and it was nice to see all the horses, but during the week was even nicer, having the whole camp and the trails mostly to ourselves. The horses enjoyed rolling in the sandy arena and grazing on the lush grounds after a ride. We all had a great time!
Comment by: Abysmillard
Ride Date: 10/20/2021
Campground is great but another bathhouse would be ideal. Stalls are good. Owners are marvelous people and Chris is the best! Love that there is cowboy church on Sunday mornings. Trails are easy and scenic. But could be marked better and the map could be better as well. All in all, a great experience
Comment by: Sgentry
Ride Date: 10/16/2021
We absolutely love this campground!! We honeymooned here last year and decided to make it a yearly trip…we just got back home yesterday and wish we could have stayed!! The owners and cris are absolutely amazing people…it’s so family friendly and has some of the best trails I’ve ever been on!
Comment by: RK Ranch
Ride Date: 10/14/2021
Just got back from the fall ride. The owners and staff are absolutely the best around. Everyone is friendly and helpful. The facilities are great and the entertainment top notch. This was a sixth year at the fall ride and we plan on returning annually. We always have such a good time catching up with friends and look forward to this vacation. The owners and staff are more like family and go out of their way to make you feel at home. If we lived closer, we would go more often.
Comment by: Mary Ann Steiner
Ride Date: 10/4/2021
Campground and bath house were clean and maintained. Grass was cut and roads thru campground were fairly smooth gravel roads. Barn was spacious with places to hang tack. Wheel barrows and rakes were available and the manure pits were centrally located. Map was available as well as a trail app, both were accurate. Trails are well marked with both color markers and mileage markers. Large trail signs with mileage at beginning of each trail. Most trails are wide and easy, with enough "single-track" trails to make it interesting when you start getting board with easy. Raymer Hollow road had some large 57 gravel on it (about 3 miles) which makes it hard on horses feet. I sure hope they put some crusher run on that trail. It's really pretty and has lots of small bridge crossings. Buffalo Creek was fun and a little technical and the McCoy trail is hard to extreme. Wet Prong trail is beautiful. This is our second time camping at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp and we will return. WE love the ease of riding, the pleasant campground with shade and a clean bath house that includes a laundry. Would like to see maybe another bath house closer to the barn area in the future. Some great little restaurants located close by the campground that makes it nice for quick meals. I would recommend staying there in early spring or very late fall (after first frost) because of the bees and snakes we encountered on the trails. Happy Trails!
Comment by: Donna Birthisel
Ride Date: 9/6/2021
Absolutely beautiful place to camp.well taken care of..great trails and everyone was so nice and welcoming. Definitely will go back
Comment by: Etta Harris
Ride Date: 9/3/2021
Absolutely beautiful place to camp.well taken care of..great trails and everyone was so nice and welcoming. Definitely will go back
Comment by: Etta Harris
Ride Date: 9/3/2021
Kevin and Janet run one the the best campgrounds I have ever been to! Chris does an excellent job with the grounds. The trails are well maintained and marked. If you haven’t ever been there I highly recommend it!
Comment by: Charlie Allgeier
Ride Date: 9/5/2021
Kevin and Janet run one the the best campgrounds I have ever been to! Chris does an excellent job with the grounds. The trails are well maintained and marked. If you haven’t ever been there I highly recommend it!
Comment by: Charlie Allgeier
Ride Date: 9/4/2021
We really enjoy going to MCHC. We've been there for a spring and fall trail ride which is really nice, if you didn't get enough food, it's your fault! We've also been there 8n tge dead of summer. The camp is usually quiet and you do your own thing. It's a nice time to go if you want quiet! Kevin and Janet are great host along with all their staff. Trails are nice and you can go you own pace. I do agree with a suggestion to put a trail head sign somewhere. This last time there, we where there and another couple was in the cabins. They looked a bit lost until we found out they where looking for the trailhead. All 8n all, we love going there.
Comment by: djar
Ride Date: 8/9/2021
Hello fellow trail riders, The campground is ok but the office was almost never open and we did not know our way around. A guy mowing grass did show us how to get to the trails from the campground but a sign would have been nice. Some of our group did find an obstacle course in the woods the last day. If you have ridden in the woods in Ohio, WV, VA or KY... you will have seen everything I saw on these trails. The camp owners were never seen around the camp. I do not see a reason to ever go back. I would suggest looking for another place to ride.
Comment by: Jeffrey Sperry
Ride Date: 7/22/2021
Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is a wonderful place to stay! Site 12 directly behind the horse trailer area has a wooded area with a hitching rail that's large enough for two horses and (bonus here) a 12 x 12 picnic canopy. Full shade! Hook-ups are close enough for 25' potable water hose and 25' electric cord. Showers and bathrooms were clean and I especially like the layout. Each shower is it's own separate room with a locking door. If you're a solo camper like me this is a safe way to do showers. My horse was comfy in a clean stall that had hooks for water bucket and feed bucket plus a corner hay feeder. Wash racks were refreshing after riding (yep, my horse made sure that I got wet too!) Shavings and ice, tee-shirts and other cool stuff are available at the camp store. Camp owners Kevin and Janet are the best people ever! They provide free maps and are very familiar with the trails because they both ride. There's a little stage set up and Kevin and friends provided live music on Saturday night. Folks were dancing, socializing and having a wonderful time! Trails in MCNP are some of the best maintained I've seen in Kentucky or Tennessee. You can choose from easy (Collie Ridge, Wet Prong), intermediate (Raymer Hollow, Blair Spring) and more "technical" trails (First Creek and McCoy Hollow). You can use the maps to plan your rides either short, medium or all-day if that's what you want. Five-star rating and I'll be back for sure!
Comment by: KY_TWH_Rider
Ride Date: 6/8/2021
Went there with a couple of friends, really needed the time as I didn't get to ride on Memorial Day weekend. Weather was nice and the camp host was the best we had in a while. He recommend a few places to eat as when the guys go we eat out. Enjoyed it and hope to get back there again soon.
Comment by: Jay Beiting
Ride Date: 6/23/2021
Comment by: Cinthis savagr
Ride Date: 6/1/2021
Campground is very clean and the stalls are easy to access. Area in barn to store hay and tack since the stalls are separate from your campsite. The campground Manager Chris makes you feel like family from the beginning to the end of your visit. Highly recommend this campground and trails
Comment by: John Browning
Ride Date: 6/10/2021
Great campground and wonderful camp hosts. Trails vary for every rider or horse level. Always meet old friends and leave with new ones. Will go back.
Comment by: Adrienne Royster
Ride Date: 6/1/2021
When making reservations make sure that your in the actual horse camp. They put additional sites up the hill with no amenities. Such as, no bathrooms or wash rack. Your trailers are very close to each other. If your with a large group it would be OK. Also its first come first serve on the stalls.
Comment by: Alene
Ride Date: 5/29/2021
When making reservations make sure that your in the actual horse camp. They put additional sites up the hill with no amenities. Such as, no bathrooms or wash rack. Your trailers are very close to each other. If your with a large group it would be OK. Also its first come first serve on the stalls.
Comment by: Alene
Ride Date: 5/29/2021
Beautiful campground! Hosts are friendly. Trails are well marked and maintained.
Comment by: Sonya Penson
Ride Date: 5/20/2021
Great people and clean facility. Comfortable and relaxing right next to the national park trails. Highly recommend if you're in the area.
Comment by: Bruce Perry
Ride Date: 5/1/2021
Beautiful facility! More importantly, Kevin, Janet, Chris and Denise are fabulous hosts! Couldn’t have felt more welcomed. Thanks for sharing your music around our campfire too! Many thanks from the “Just One More” bunch from Michigan. Hope to to meet up again sometime.
Comment by: Rex Battestilli
Ride Date: 4/18/2021
Kevin and Janet are excellent host. The facilities are top notch, trails are really good, you can tell a lot of work has been put into them! We went for the spring trail ride, so it was a week of no cooking!! The kitchen staff did great! Food was good, hot and plentiful!! Can't wait to go back!!
Comment by: Donna Riley
Ride Date: 4/18/2021
Spring fling at mammoth cave horse camp. food is great, entertainment is great, power and water at each site. covered stalls for each horse. Bath house is adequate, shower heads are very low would be my only compliant. Trails are well maintained, although there are some muddy places but limited amounts and most of the muddy spots have walk arounds. My horses don't have shoes and did not have any issues. Hills were rolling. A few technical places. get your horses used to crossing wooden bridges if they have issues with that. We did pick off several lone star ticks from horses and ourselves. Enjoyed the experience and reserved our campsite and stalls for next year. Well worth the money.
Comment by: 1lilappy
Ride Date: 4/12/2021
Campground was wonderful, the owner was great, we were there just after the opened for the season. Was the second time we were there, will go back again❤️
Comment by: devosh
Ride Date: 3/4/2021
Our family had a wonderful experience staying at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp for three nights. The grounds and horse stalls were in great shape. The facilities were clean and well maintained. The people were super friendly and helpful. The camp has great access to the First Creek Trailhead on the Northside of the National Park. I look forward to the day we return for another visit.
Comment by: Wilson Frazier
Ride Date: 3/6/2021
Camp and stalls are first rate. The owner, Kevin Davis is so helpful. He provides wonderful camping experiences. This is the best horse camp in Kentucky.
Comment by: pthorne
Ride Date: 4/8/2019
Recently made some improvements to our horse trailer and wanted to try it out. The wife and I took off to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp a little late in the evening. The campsites are easy to get into and clean...even with all the rain we had recently, the grounds were relatively dry. Stalls were the same way...clean and dry! Electric and water available at campsite and stalls. The trails were in good shape also...again I was surprised with the amount of rain we had lately. It was a good trip. I look forward to staying there again!
Comment by: Derek Williams
Ride Date: 12/30/2018
As always Mammoth Cave Horse camp is great. Kevin and his staff never disappoint. When you arrive at Mammoth Cave horse camp you will always get great service, clean stalls and clean campground. The trails were in great shape. The Mammoth Cave Back Country Horsemen and the National parks service has done great work fixing trouble spots on the trails.
Comment by: Gregg
Ride Date: 4/14/2018
First time camping here and we are already plannng on coming back. Check-in was fast and smooth even though they were busy and it was late. Stall are great, clean and ready at your arrival. Campsites were shaded and easy to find. Shower house was clean and no issues. Everyone was friendly and the trails were great. The longer McCoy trail was a harder level of trail. Make sure your horse is comfortable with a bit of rock navigation. We thoroufhly enjoyed it! I’d recommend MCHC to anyone wanting a great trail experience, even if it’s more than just your easy hack. There were easier trails also. Overall, no matter what type of trails you wanted they had it!
Comment by: Erin Waters
Ride Date: 9/1/2018
Free camping in August
Comment by: Lori Zackrie
Ride Date: 4/20/2018
First visit to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. What a place! Mostly level sites, water and electric, plus a dumpsite! We chose the spring group ride, this was our first ever group ride, not only for us but our horses. About mid week Kevin encouraged us to take one of the group rides, he assured us that we would be fine with the group he recommended. Thanks Kevin, we had a great time! Lunch on the trail was great!. We had entertainment every night, the food was home cooked and really good! The staff was so friendly and the cooks did a great job! We had a wine tasting and steak dinner one night! The stalls where good and ready for us and we had a free bag of sawdust midweek! Kevin made it a point to visit each table at sometime through the week during one of the meal times. That was nice! Great place, can't wait to go back!
Comment by: djar
Ride Date: 4/14/2018
Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is first class in every aspect. Wonderful home cooked food with 'above and beyond' customer service in all aspects. Camp is spotless with large, safe stalls. Definitely a 5 star experience! Go! You will love it!
Comment by: Dora1116
Ride Date: 4/15/2018
The camp is very nice with large sites. The horse stalls are well maintained and safe. Kevin and his staff are more than accommodating and willing to do anything they can to make your stay pleasant and fun. All levels of riders and horses can have a good vacation here.
Comment by: Paula Thorne
Ride Date: 4/15/2018
This is the most amazing horse camp ever. The owners truly go above and beyond on a daily basis. The home made meals were absolutely fantastic. The campground is just picture perfect. The bath house and grounds are absolutely immaculate. You will never want to go to another campground ever again. The trails are so lovely with such scenic views. My horse friends and I had the best experience ever.
Comment by: Rebecca Glaser
Ride Date: 4/18/2018
Went to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp in April 2017, it was a great time as always. Kevin and Janet are great camp owners and host. Trails were in good shape. National Park service and the Mammoth Cave Back Country Horsemen have been doing a great job keeping up the trails.
Comment by: Gregg
Ride Date: 4/29/2017
Great time at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp! We went for the Spring Ride, food was excellent, stalls were great! Wonderful place to camp, level sites, and great facilities. Kevin very helpful to answer any questions you may have. Highly Recommend!
Comment by: horstrails
Ride Date: 4/19/2017
Kevin does a great job making everyone welcome. The only reason the camp is a 4 is because of the distance between camping and stalls. I gave the trails a 4 because of the need to clear some trees that were difficult to ge around.
Comment by: William Brewster
Ride Date: 4/18/2017
Great place to stay, did a weekend event this time. Food was awesome, loved the trails, Kevin very accommodating. All the staff was great, highly recommend!!
Comment by: horstrails
Ride Date: 4/19/2017
One of our favorite camps in Kentucky. The hosts and staff are exemplary as are the facilities and the trails!!!!
Comment by: Leslie
Ride Date: 4/18/2017
This is my "go to" location. The campsites/stalls are clean and well cared for. The trails have something for every level of experience of horse and rider. Kevin, Bubba and the staff ensure every visit is enjoyable.
Comment by: RoysterA
Ride Date: 4/13/2017
Attended the Bubba Thanksgiving trail ride at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. We had a great time. The trails and camp was in great shape. There was a camp pot luck dinner on Saturday that was awesome, more food then you could imagine. We will be back to this ride next year. As always the Kevin and his staff are great host.
Comment by: Gregg
Ride Date: 11/25/2016
We attended the Halloween ride at Mammoth Cave. Once again the campground was in perfect condition and the trails were in great shape. The park service was out during the week working on the Raymer Hollow to make it better. The Halloween party at Mammoth Cave was the best ever. If you have never been to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp for the Halloween weekend ride you should put it on your list to do.
Comment by: masong
Ride Date: 10/29/2016
My first visit to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp was last week. Very nice campground with very helpful staff. Kevin is great and makes sure everyone is having a good time. They provided meals for this weekend. All you could eat buffet for breakfast and supper. Great menu. I definitely want to go back.
Comment by: carmilettasteele
Ride Date: 10/20/2016
Highly recommend Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. The facility is first class and the staff is professional, friendly and willingly to help in any way. This was my first time here, but will not be my last. The trails are for all levels of riding - the scenery is exquisite. Spent 4+ days and had the best time!!! Thanks Kevin, Bubba and Brandon!!!!
Comment by: Vianne Gossett
Ride Date: 9/25/2016
Comment by: dwstratton
Ride Date: 9/17/2016
Howdy Trail riders! You've probably never heard of me, but I am Brett Donner, founder of the Kentucky Trail Riders Association. I probably should not be posting a review. It may be showing that I am bias. Which very well may be true. However, I have been going to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp since it opened. To say it has come a long way is accurate. The campground has always been fantastic and the folks that run the place are second to none. How it operates and how people are treated there is rarely found in the United States. From the moment you arrive, you are called by your first name and treated like you are the only person they are serving. I have attended every KYAQHA ride since Sarah Hayes started holding them at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. How to show thank you and praise to Sarah and her group for putting on such an incredible ride is beyond me. First night dinner, RIBEYE STEAK off of the grill!, baked potato! Green beans and all the fixins and salad and desserts. AMAZING! I know I started out talking about the campground and the trails. In the early years, the trails were a little rough, poorly marked, narrow, footing was rough for a billy goat, but the forest was beautiful and it made it well worth the difficult trails to ride in such a beautiful area. Well no more! The trails are wide! The footing is incredible! Rained most of the day Saturday and Sunday morning the trails were perfect! Not a single puddle or mud hole. The base drains like nothing I have every seen. The grade is PERFECT to keep the trails from getting mud holes. The trail master needs more than an AT-A-BOY! for this project. All I can say is "SPOILED!" The hosts at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp spoil the trail riders, the trails, spoil the trail riders, and the forest remains as beautiful as ever. This place has it all, gentle easy riding for us old folks, more challenging areas for those looking for an exciting ride and miles and miles of trails for the endurance rider. If there ever was a perfect place to camp and ride, Mammoth Cave Horse Camp has provided all of us that place. We travel a little over 2 hours to get to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. There where folks from as far away as Connecticut, lots of folks from Northern Indiana and Southern Tennessee. Mammoth Cave Horse Camp remains the number 1 five star rated horse camp in the world for all the reasons I listed above and more. Hope to see you all on the trail! Mammoth Cave Horse Camp isn't the only place to ride and camp, it's the BEST! place to ride and camp!
Comment by: Brett Donner
Ride Date: 9/18/2016
In spite of the heat, we had a great time at MCHC!!! Bubba couldn't have been more charming and accommodating!! Brandon was a great help with anything we needed!!! I cant wait to go back when its not 90 plus degrees!! Thank goodness for Lake Nolin!!!
Comment by: RebeccaofSunnyBlessedFarm
Ride Date: 7/16/2016
The owners are so nice and accommodating! The campground is VERY well marked. The stalls are really nice! I was very pleased!
Comment by: countrygirl158
Ride Date: 3/1/2016
They have had quite abit of rain Trails were muddy but the campground and Kevin were great stall are big plenty of bedding food and bands were great we will go back
Comment by: Sooner
Ride Date: 5/30/2016
Camping experience awesome, as always. Kevin and staff go over and above to make patrons feel welcomed and appreciated. Food and entertainment were stellar as always too. Trails were muddy, but after all the rain we've had, that's to be expected.
Comment by: kimberaitken
Ride Date: 5/27/2016
Extremely wet time in Kentucky - trails were muddy but you could ride out for 1 hour and ride back to camp and have great experience - Mammoth Cave Horse Camp stalls are A+++- food was excellent and bands/entertainment rocked!!!!
Comment by: Mveluzat
Ride Date: 5/29/2016
We spent the Memorial Day Weekend at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. The atmosphere at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is second to none. The hospitality is what you would expect at a fine resort. Meals were provided on this particular ride and the food was out of this world. We love coming here for the trails, but the part that keeps us coming back is how we are treated by the owners and the staff. It's a little over 2 hour drive for us. I wouldn't hesitate to drive 8 or 10 hours to camp and ride there. Visit Mammoth Cave Horse Camp, you will have a great stay. Brett Donner, 2016 President Kentucky Trail Riders Association and owner/operator of Donnerosa Stables LLC.
Comment by: Brett Donner
Ride Date: 5/27/2016
Again another fabulous weekend with friends and family! We had an awesome weekend at MCHC. Couldn't ask for better food and hospitality from all of the workers that took care of us. We appreciate all the hard work and will return again soon. This is the 5th year we celebrated my wife's birthday there and we couldn't be happier how the staff helped her enjoy it!
Comment by: JD Ledcke
Ride Date: 5/27/2016
MCHC is the best. Kevin makes you feel like you are home.
Comment by: afackler
Ride Date: 5/7/2016
We enjoyed a great Derby weekend at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. Kevin and his staff always make us feel at home and welcome. We met some great new friends from Tennessee and Alabama. The Derby party was awesome. The trails were a little muddy from all the rain and there was a couple of large trees down. We reported the down trees to Kevin and within a couple of days the Mammoth Cave Back Country Horsemen had cleared the trees. Great work!
Comment by: masong
Ride Date: 5/7/2016
Spending a weekend at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp leaves you with a lifetime of memories. Gather your friends, set up a ride, be sure to request the meal option if available and bring your dancing boots. Kevin has assembled a staff and volunteers that make you feel welcome, keep you well fed and wonderfully entertained. MCHC goes above and beyond. Brandon welded my trailer, JD & Mary made us all feel part of the group and Bubba and Kevin played their musical hearts out for us. My cheeks still hurt from laughing and smiling. You'll find yourself wanting to stay. I've stayed at many horse camps and MCHC tops the list. I travel nine hours to get there and the trip is worth every minute. This was my second visit this year but certainly not my last.
Comment by: GermanCowboy
Ride Date: 5/12/2016
kevin and his staff got out of their way to make this a great experience in every way. campsites, barn stalls and food were just all you could ask for.We made our reservations to return in a few months. thanks again
Comment by: beverly tucker
Ride Date: 5/13/2016
Great facility and Kevin and crew did usual excellent job welcoming and caring for guests.
Comment by: Aubrey Henley
Ride Date: 5/7/2016
Campground was easy to maneuver through with truck and trailer. Camping spots were level and shaded. The barn area was neat. Stalls were clean and spacious. The trails were maintained as well as they could be for this time of year. I will go back.
Comment by: Gary Allgeier
Ride Date: 5/6/2016
As always a very enjoyable weekend, accommodations and hosts were top notch
Comment by: Roger Blair
Ride Date: 5/7/2016
We had a blast this past weekend, the campground and the horse facilities are outstanding. The staff is awesome. They are always willing to go above and beyond. We have been camping here for years and it continues to get better with each visit. Never been more satisfied than with mammoth cave horse camp. 5 stars for sure.
Comment by: Lee jones
Ride Date: 5/7/2016
Awesome as always. One of my favorite places to go! Can't wait til next time!!
Comment by: Rhonda Hodges
Ride Date: 5/5/2016
My visit with Mammoth Cave Horse Camp was absolutely stellar. The trails are beautiful and the campground is excellent. The staff and owners make you welcome like family and the service perfect. This was my second visit and I definitely will be going back. I would recommend this campground to anyone and their organized rides are awesome with delicious food served at mealtime and fun entertainment in the evening.
Comment by: Linda J. Stafford
Ride Date: 4/21/2016
One of the best "Spring Rides" I've been on in a long time. Great people from all over the country to meet and enjoy; multiple events to experience; great entertainment; good trails; and best of all excellent food and camp service. Kevin and his team are the best at insuring you have a great time and your camping needs are met. Can't wait for the next special event weekend.
Comment by: BigRockRanch
Ride Date: 4/20/2016
Awesome trails and camping facilities. From the minute we pulled in, we felt like family. Kevin was an excellent host. He went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, and made sure we had everything we needed. The stalls were very clean with fresh shavings when we arrived, and for a small fee they had them cleaned when we returned from riding. Very nice feature!! The campground is very clean, with water and electric at each campsite. This campground should be at the top of your list for riding destinations!!
Comment by: Jill Kassen
Ride Date: 4/16/2016
Comment by: Graham Ritchie
Ride Date: 4/20/2016
Mammoth Cave Horse Camp was beyond any expectation I could have imagined. The trails were beautiful, the campground was amazing, we loved having stalls for the horses, and the staff was beyond accommodating. We were treated like family from the moment we arrived. My friends and I will most definitely be coming back and would recommend this place to all horse lovers.
Comment by: rla66006
Ride Date: 4/20/2016
You absolutely can not ask for better horse camp owners than Kevin and Janet Davis. They take phenomenal care of their customers. All campsites have electricity and water. The barns are clean with bedding upon arrival with shavings provided...for a small fee your stalls are cleaned, daily. The trails are safe with creeks, rocks, woods, small waterfalls, caves, etc... You can go on any length ride from the trailhead. The trails are marked and are NOT dangerous - mostly safe and relaxing, in my opinion. Book very early if you want to attend scheduled event rides - they fill up extremely early.
Comment by: Liz Mills
Ride Date: 4/15/2016
A GREAT place to camp and ride. Very clean and well managed throughout the entire campground/barn area. Managerial and staff go above and beyond with their hospitality and willingness to help. Had a great time on their organized spring ride that I just completed. Looking forward to returning next year!
Comment by: June
Ride Date: 4/23/2016
Sites, stalls, and staff were 5 star. The food was the best I've had anywhere even brought a hot lunch out on the trail one day. Entertainment every night with something for everyone! My husband and I have been twice in the past year and we will be back.
Comment by: Melissa Bell
Ride Date: 4/20/2016
This was a great horse campground from the people to the great trails and horse facilities. It was our first time to visit this campground and we had a Great Time!!!! Definitely a first rate operation.
Comment by: Dawn Littleton
Ride Date: 4/21/2016
You arrive at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp as a guest. You leave as a friend. The attention to detail has earned Mammoth Cave Horse a five star rating. The stalls are great, the food excellent, the trails are fun, the showers and restrooms clean and very functional, campsites are level and the people the best. MCHC sets the bar for all others.
Comment by: GermanCowboy
Ride Date: 4/20/2016
We had an Amazing time at Mammoth Cave horse Camp! trails and sites are beautiful! Stalls and superb. Food was Amazing, Entertainment was great, and most of all the staff was more than willing to go out of their way to help you out in ANY way! everyone was welcoming and made us feel as if we knew them for ever felt like family!!
Comment by: jamie Lytle
Ride Date: 4/20/2016
Great facility and beautiful trails!!! Attended the first spring organized ride and had a wonderful time!!! The food and entertainment were top notch!!! If you are looking for an absolutely wonderful trail riding experience, MAMMOTH CAVE HORSE CAMP is a MUST!!!!
Comment by: Leslie
Ride Date: 4/20/2016
Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is an extremely nice campground with nice stalls for the horses. Everyone there went out of their way to make sure that we had everything we needed for our stay. Great camp and good trails in the Mammoth Cave National Recreation Area. Great place to go.
Comment by: Debbie Shugart
Ride Date: 4/15/2016
Just returned from Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. Once again we had a great time. Kevin and Janet Davis are always great host. We really enjoyed the music around the campfire on Friday night and get together Saturday night. The trails were in great shape.
Comment by: masong
Ride Date: 4/16/2016
Fantastic campground! Great campsites, stalls, bath house. Kevin was very helpful. The trails were well manicured and beautiful.
Comment by: Cathy Baggett
Ride Date: 4/16/2016
Awesome trails and camping facilities. From the moment you pull in, you are made to feel like family. Excellent staff and host. This campground should be at the top of your list of your camping destinations!!
Comment by: Jennifer Davis
Ride Date: 10/31/2015
Absolute best facilities, clean sites and safe roomy stalls. Staff is exceptionally helpful. Food on event weekends is home cooked buffet style. Trails range from easy to moderately challenging and are all beautiful and well maintained.
Comment by: L decker
Ride Date: 8/5/2015
Great place
Comment by: Keithloveskimmie
Ride Date: 9/1/2015
Comment by: Sara hayes
Ride Date: 9/1/2015
We visit Mammoth Cave every year. It is our favorite place to go. We just wished we were closer so we could go more often. Everyone treats you like family from the time you get there. We have met so many wonderful people there. Kevin & his family are awesome!
Comment by: Kristi Goad
Ride Date: 9/18/2015
My favorite Horsecamp .... Anywhere... Great barns and amazing meals served
Comment by: Jeff turner
Ride Date: 10/15/2015
Went for Halloween and the campground itself is a cadillac
Comment by: John gnadinger
Ride Date: 10/31/2015
Couldn't ask for a better place to camp. Go there at least 5 times a year!!!
Comment by: MCOLVETT01
Ride Date: 5/29/2015
We love this campground ... We have been there three times and the host Kevin Davis and his staff go out of the way to make us enjoy our trip, The facilities are AAA+
Comment by: Cindy Meyers
Ride Date: 7/21/2015
Great trails, great food, great friends! The facilities are awesome, great band and the staff is so accommodating! Will return soon!
Comment by: Krista Duckett
Ride Date: 7/4/2015
My wife and I have been to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp many times. The folks at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp are wonderful. The trails are well maintained by the Nationl Park Service and the MCHC staff. The area you ride through is beautiful. Up hill and down hill through deciduous forests full of oak, maple beech, hickory, sweet gum and tulip poplar - it is just beautiful. The campground is very clean and well kept with a camp store and large covered pavilion where they have dances on special events. The horse stalls are roomy, clean and safe. It is a truly wonderful place with wonderful people.
Comment by: Walter Sholar
Ride Date: 10/16/2015
Week long ride was a great time. Kevin and everyone else were very nice and helpful. Great trails, and accommodations for the horses. Campground very nice. Definitely a worthwhile trip and wonderful vacation spot! Great food and entertainment each night!
Comment by: steiner87
Ride Date: 10/5/2015
Comment by: Katelynn Bunnell
Ride Date: 12/31/2015
Spent the Halloween weekend at MCHC. Had a blast dressing up and riding with friend's
Comment by: John ledcke
Ride Date: 10/30/2015
Campground is great and staff is outstanding. Great food.
Comment by: blanton
Ride Date: 7/7/2015
Loved the week long ride. Excellent service from the staff along with the food. Trails were well marked and clean.
Comment by: John Ledcke
Ride Date: 10/4/2015
This is a super place to visit, we had a great time. Staff and management are really friendly and the food they served was wonderful! Fun!
Comment by: Patricia Marr
Ride Date: 9/18/2015
Me an my family love this horse camp. Great place. Camping is great, shady an.they make you feel like your home. Clean showers. They took great care of our horses. They kept stalls clean for us. Kids said they rather go there then go to the beach. That's saying a lot. Thank you guys at mammoth cave horse camp for giving my family a great experience. You guys are # 1 in our book.
Comment by: jim
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Spent the week at the week long ride and it was great! Wonderful stalls, and more wonderful staff. Some trails challenging but fun.
Comment by: Fay Allen
Ride Date: 10/15/2015
The most fun i have had in years. The trails are well marked they are challenging, not boring, and beautiful. The camp itself is clean well maintained and modern. The people that own the camp and the people that work there are very kind and accommodating and go out of their way to make sure you have everything you need. The volunteers who helped lead rides also were kind.
Comment by: Robin Keefer
Ride Date: 10/4/2015
THE BEST!!!!THIS IS THE BEST HORSE CAMP WE HAVE EVER STAYED. GREAT SHOWERS, GREAT CAMP SITES, AND THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE TO HELP YOU THERE IS. WE LOVE IT! NO BETTER PLACE. THE STAFF TOOK GREAT CARE OF US AND OUR HORSES NEEDS.THANK YOU GUYS FOR MAKING OUR TRIP SO GREAT!!!
Comment by: CONNIE MEREDITH
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THE BEST!!!!THIS IS THE BEST HORSE CAMP WE HAVE EVER STAYED. GREAT SHOWERS, GREAT CAMP SITES, AND THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE TO HELP YOU THERE IS.
Comment by: CONNIE MEREDITH
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Love love love this campground easy to get in and out of easy to park trailers the barns are fantastic they supply your sawdust and go out of their way to accommodate you in every way! The staff is wonderful (Miss Linda) is the greatest just love her!!! The food is good and if you need something and they don't have it they will go out of their way to get it if possible!! We go there at 2-3 ones a year. Trails are all easy to ride and well marked and the last time we were there they were working on the trails to better the areas that the weather has taken a toll on. Just an all around great place to go and ride and have fun!!!
Comment by: Mark and Terri Folz
Ride Date: 5/31/2015
I have visited this camp several times. Great place to ride. Great trails and great campground. Shower house is always clean. Covered stalls are nice and roomy. The staff is friendly. Kevin is very accommodating and always willing to help. If you haven't been here, you should try it in 2016.
Comment by: ahpence1
Ride Date: 9/17/2015
You will not find a better place to camp.. The staff are very friendly and the stalls are amazing looking forward to 2016.....Work less Camp More....
Comment by: Tammy Coulston
Ride Date: 3/20/2015
Been riding at MCHC since it opened. Have never found a campground that makes you feel as welcome as Kevin Davis and STAFF. will guarantee that they will do everything they can to make sure that you enjoy your stay with them. Keep up the GREAT work !!!!!!!
Comment by: Denny Mize
Ride Date: 10/6/2015
By far the best over all facility and staff then any other facility .its my home ,my go to place .
Comment by: Deborah parish
Ride Date: 4/16/2015
Great Food and Entertainment. Loved the costume contest. Had a wonderful time with my children. Lily my dauther love the pumkin contest. Very helpful staff, and very friendly.
Comment by: Christina Alvey
Ride Date: 10/31/2015
I love the facility, the food and the people. I will be back in the future.
Comment by: VincentFarms
Ride Date: 10/30/2015
One of my absolute favorite places to go! Kevin is a great host and everything is always clean.
Comment by: Rhonda Hodges
Ride Date: 9/26/2015
Comment by: Marie Garey
Ride Date: 9/17/2015
We have been to events at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp 3 times in 2015 and usually at least twice a year other years and NEVER miss the KQHA ride in September! It is a great camp. Couldn't feel more welcome, great horse barns, outdoor riding arena and good food and great entertainment. The trails are good but HATE the yellow jackets in the fall. The most beautiful pavilion makes for a homey, welcome atmosphere!
Comment by: Kristie Gassaway
Ride Date: 10/31/2015
Comment by: Sarah Hays
Ride Date: 5/25/2015
Comment by: Brian Moore
Ride Date: 9/17/2015
Comment by: Karen Moore
Ride Date: 9/18/2015
Great camp. Very accommodating to your needs. Great food all week. Love this place. Well worth the trip.
Comment by: Lori Brooks
Ride Date: 10/5/2015
a very clean and well maintained campground a place anyone should visit
Comment by: jjones
Ride Date: 10/5/2015
Great camp with easy access to park trailer. Very clean showers. The food was great. Wonderful camp ground and staff. Going to go to spring and fall ride
Comment by: Mark Williams
Ride Date: 10/5/2015
The manager is great, Kevin. He's always helped me with late reservations. Entertainment in the pavilion is good. Trails are always being improved.
Comment by: Kimberly Dunn
Ride Date: 10/31/2015
Mammoth Cave Horse Camp has awesome facilities for both horse and rider. The staff makes one feel like family and the beauty of the National Park is second to none in the region. The special ride weekends with live music and quality buffet meals are a true vacation with entertainment! Don't miss this venue if you like trail riding.
Comment by: Julie Beam
Ride Date: 9/16/2015
Comment by: Karen Moore
Ride Date: 9/16/2015
Excellent hospitality and they are always working to improve the trails
Comment by: Sarah Hays
Ride Date: 9/15/2015
Awesome weekend as usual. One of three trips this year to MCHC. Kevin and the MCHC team are the best. Always feel welcome. Wonderful facility with spacious sites. You won't find a better bath house. Individual showers with plenty of hot water. The pavilion is amazing. You will not be disappointed staying here.
Comment by: Kristan Looney
Ride Date: 5/25/2015
This is one of my favorite campgrounds and the first creek trail is beautiful.
Comment by: krdavis5281
Ride Date: 8/15/2015
Me and wife and three kids went to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp because my friends had gone and spoke very highly of it. This was definitely worth the trip!! Kevin was extremely welcoming and everyone treated us like family. There was so much to do for the kids (including visiting mammoth cave itself) and the trails were amazing. Ending the nights with some music by the campfire was definitely my favorite part. On top of the friendly nature, the campground was clean and beautiful. I cannot wait to go back in the fall (I know they have event weekends and after speaking with some people who have been I definitely want to check it out!)
Comment by: Chris Robertson
Ride Date: 11/14/2015
This was absolutely the nicest campground I have ever visited... the stalls are great and the facilities are spectacular.
Comment by: Mathew Davis
Ride Date: 11/20/2015
My family loved this place. Great atmosphere with amazing facilities. Plenty of entertainment with a great and friendly staff taking care of everyone. I can't wait to go back!
Comment by: Ryan Duckett
Ride Date: 9/5/2015
Great experience! The campground was clean and beautiful, the barns were great. The staff was friendly and willing to help in any way they could. Will definitely be returning to ride in the spring!
Comment by: Krista Duckett
Ride Date: 10/30/2015
I've gone to many horse camps before and this one is by far my favorite. The entertainment was wonderful, the sites were clean, and the entire camp was beautiful. We forgot some essentials but were able to purchase them at the camp store which was awesome!! I would highly recommend this camp site!
Comment by: KaseyDavis
Ride Date: 11/14/2015
The campground was very nice, clean and well maintained. The staff was some of the nicest people we ever met. Being took here by my boyfriend as a surprise Christmas present was awesome. Now we have decided to make it a tradition every year but to be honest don't wanna wait til next year, I wanna go in the spring. Thanks Kevin and staff for helping make it a great present. See ya in the spring.
Comment by: Carol jaggers
Ride Date: 12/12/2015
LOVED THIS CAMP. The owners are fantastic, the bathrooms were clean, and the campsites were very nice!! Definitely would go back.
Comment by: AndrewBeckman
Ride Date: 11/14/2015
The campground was very nice, clean and well maintained. The staff was some of the nicest people we ever met. Being took here by my boyfriend as a surprise Christmas present was awesome. Now we have decided to make it a tradition every year but to be honest don't wanna wait til next year, I wanna go in the spring. Thanks Kevin and staff for helping make it a great present. See ya in the spring.
Comment by: Carol jaggers
Ride Date: 12/12/2015
Love this campground!! Everything was clean and the entertainment was wonderful!! Great facilities!
Comment by: krdavis12
Ride Date: 10/4/2015
First time we camped here. Looking forward to another visit. Kevin and staff are awesome!
Comment by: Sherry Pasquariello
Ride Date: 10/5/2015
Best horse camp my family has stayed at to date! Spectacular facilities, camp sites, and trails. Kevin, Janet and the rest of the staff treat you like family. Mammoth Cave Horse Camp has become our favorite weekend getaway.
Comment by: Wade Wilson
Ride Date: 9/5/2015
This camp had been on our bucket list for a couple of years so we took advantage of the warm December weather and spent 3 days here. My only regret is that I waited so long to camp at this beautiful camp. Great trails to ride, very nice camp and barns. The people that work here are very friendly and made us feel welcome. 5 star for sure!
Comment by: Keith Eversole
Ride Date: 12/3/2015
The trails at Mammoth Cave were beautiful very well maintained and a variety of terrain. The food was fabulous along with the crew that feed us everyday. A lot of thought and planning from trails to having a wonderful place for the horses to stay with fresh water and a place to give the horses a bath to a clean bath house for humans too and wonderful entertainment every evening. The electric and water hook ups for the trailers were easy along with a big enough area to park your rig. Looking forward to going back.
Comment by: Linda Reed
Ride Date: 10/4/2015
One of the nicest camps I have ever stayed at, everything is clean and well maintained. The horse stalls are large and safe. The staff at this camp treats you like family. The trails are beautiful and we rode 4 days and did not come close to riding all of them. I will be back!
Comment by: WJack
Ride Date: 11/14/2015
This is a fantastic camp. Kevin and his crew do a great job.
Comment by: Tom McGuire
Ride Date: 10/21/2015
First time at this camp and were very pleased with the entire experience. We came for their fall organized ride. The food was delicious, the staff very helpful and gracious, entertainment every night that varied from bands to wonderful group campfires, and the hall was a great gathering place to meet new friends. The campground was clean and sites were easy to enter/exit. The stalls were good size and water, shavings, etc. was easily accessed. Although I choose to keep my tack in our trailer, there are saddle racks to store your equipment in the barn. I did store feed and hay there. The shower rooms and restrooms were the cleanest I have found at any camp. My husband does not ride so he enjoyed having access to WiFi in the main hall. The trails out of camp offered a variety of riding, most are easy forest trails, but a couple offer more difficult and scenic terrain. There are miles of trails/combinations so you can ride as long as you like. A great deal of thought went into this camp and it is a great place to stay. The staff is outstanding.
Comment by: Morning Mist Acres
Ride Date: 10/4/2015
We have stayed at many, many horse camps and this was by far, the most well ran and organized of any. There are trails for all levels of riders and they are very well marked. The campground was well laid out and very clean. I love the stalls!!! This is the first time ever that I did not feel the need to get up in the middle of the night to check my horses! Kevin and his staff are very considerate and helpful. Someone asked everyday if we needed anything. the activities in the evening were well planned and very nice. They included a wine tasting one night (my fav), and line dancing lessons one night. It was a great experience and we will certainly be back! I
Comment by: jerry and sherry hyatt
Ride Date: 9/4/2015
Kevin,family and entire Staff are 5 STAR 👍 WOW so impressed with the clean facility! Entertainment was over the top😀 Music, Bands,great Singers,Magician,campfire banjo music, nightly drawing prizes + New custom saddle gave away !! Our group did a scheduled ride 85 horses that was fun we went to a huge sand cave. Where they bring you delicious food. We are already signed up for next fall week long ride. Thank you so much for the fun stress free week!! Diana/Andy
Comment by: Diana Enneking
Ride Date: 10/4/2015
One of the nicest horse camps we have stayed in. Nice, roomy stalls give your horse a safe comfortable place to stay between rides or so you can get away to tour the Mammoth Cave. We really appreciated the clean, spacious campground, level campsites, and clean shower house. Water and electric right next to your trailer with a camp grill at each site. Miles of trails were very nice and well-marked. Trees, hills, creeks, scenic. We ride with boots but some trails are not very rocky. Kevin, the owner, and his staff are friendly and accommodating. We will go back and tell our friends as well. AAA++++ rating!
Comment by: Saddlebag47
Ride Date: 10/23/2015
This campground was the nicest place we have ever stayed. Kevin(the owner) is very friendly, helpful and an all around nice guy.The stalls are well cared for and the campsites big and clean.Trails are a nice variety with water crossing ang beautiful views.If you want a great experience I would say definately give this a try.
Comment by: Lisa Jansen
Ride Date: 10/17/2015
This horse camp was by far one the best we have ever stayed. It was maintained to the "Tee", and it was spotless. The stalls were huge and built solid and safe. The employees were not only friendly, but extremely focused upon your comfort, enjoyment, and your horses comfort too. The trails varied in difficulty and were well marked. They were beautiful. Plus this camp will trailer you to other trail heads. Go, camp and enjoy.
Comment by: Lorrie Seitzinger
Ride Date: 10/25/2015
This is a great place to camp, we love it, we come here at least 5 times a year. The camp facilities are top notch and the staff is too! The meals are wonderful and I have a food allergy and they always make sure that I have a special meal. The event weekend are fabulous and always so much fun! I would recommend this campground over any I have been to.
Comment by: mary ledcke
Ride Date: 10/30/2015
Technical trails, so much fun. Campground/campsites are gorgeous! Top notch facility.
Comment by: Rebecca Glaser
Ride Date: 10/24/2015
I love this place, they have spoiled me for anyplace else. I do a lot of camping and am forced to use the showers of many state parks. They do NOT compare to this place. The showers, and bathrooms 5 star clean. always hot water. I rent the bunk house and it is great. always have a great time. All the campers join in, and Kevin and his staff treat you like family.
Comment by: rockdmag
Ride Date: 10/23/2015
We loved the campground. Everything was nice and clean including the barn and stalls. Really nice people all around. The owners were exceptionally nice! We will be going back.
Comment by: Dreamers 10
Ride Date: 10/18/2015
Just returned from Mammoth Caves Horse Camp. Excellent facility, Kevin and his staff go above and beyond to make your stay as great as possible. We had a horse emergency and Linda was on the phone with multiple vets and even sent her husband on a medicine run. Cannot say enough about the staff at Mammoth Caves Horse Camp. The trails are well maintained and sites are incredible! Schedule you next horse back riding trip at Mammoth Caves Horse Camp!
Comment by: Gregg McGuire
Ride Date: 10/21/2015
Just returned from a great weekend at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. Kevin is a number one host, treating us like friends and making sure every possible need was met. The camp and barns were clean and well set up. Twice they hauled us out to trailheads so we could see new trails and ride back to camp. We had an excellent trip and will be back for sure. If you haven't been to this camp, do yourself a favor and make it your next trip!
Comment by: Jim McGuire
Ride Date: 10/22/2015
If you are looking for a great camping/riding experience where you are well taken care of during your stay, then Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is the place to be. I had the pleasure of staying this past weekend with a bunch of wonderful ladies for our fall Cowgirl ride and Kevin as well as his friendly staff, went out of their way to be sure we had everything we needed. The food provided for our breakfasts and dinners were delicious. The restroom and shower facilities were clean. The barn area and stalls are clean, dry and roomy just like my stalls at home. The campsites are all wonderful with water and electric on each spot and are also not too close to your neighbor so you don’t feel crowded. The spots are easy to get into and can fit any sized rig. All of the trails are beautiful and diverse. There are trails for any level of experience for the horse or rider. I am also a big fan of the trails being marked well. The best part about my stay was that I felt completely welcomed and at home like I was an old friend and this was only my second time of camping here. It truly makes a difference when you know the person who’s running their business absolutely loves what they do.
Comment by: Julie C
Ride Date: 10/15/2015
Trails were great. Owners n campground workers were the best always asking if we need anything when they saw us
Comment by: Shawn Edelen
Ride Date: 10/14/2015
Comment by: Randy Allen
Ride Date: 10/15/2015
We spent a wonderful week in October camped at trail riding at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp October 4 thru 10. Can't say enough about this "family" and their personnel. Everything is top notch, even if rain occurs. Every single need is met with plenty of down home courtesy. Love it and will be back!! We met so many more new friends from all over the United States and say old friends as well. A new visitor will not be disappointed.
Comment by: Darlene West
Ride Date: 10/4/2015
Awesome hospitality and campground conditions. Couldn't have been better
Comment by: Susan P
Ride Date: 10/16/2015
Had a wonderful time this past weekend for our Fall Cowgirl Weekend. Kevin and staff made our weekend the best ever. From the sign in to sign out they were there for us. Had fantastic meals provided for us, firewood for our campfires in the cool evenings and even offered stall cleaning if wanted for a fee. I just love this camp. The stalls are very roomy and I feel it is safe for my horses. The sites are for the most part shady. There are some that aren't but most are. Trail head is pretty close. I think the park needs to do some work on the trails. When I was there is was pretty muddy and a lot of rocky area. All in all a really good time was had. Check this camp out. Well worth your time.
Comment by: Joann Schroeder
Ride Date: 10/15/2015
Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is far and away the most user friendly and well managed horse camp I have visited. Kevin and his staff did everything they could to make ours a trail riding vacation to remember. Kevin made a point of returning telephone calls in advance of our visit, posted instructions for late arrivals, delivered hay to our stalls and much, much more. It is clear that Kevin welcomes and enjoys having guests. Camp sites are clean, spacious and user friendly. The bath houses are second to none. As to trails, they are good trails with options for beginning riders to those with expertise. The scenery is beautiful.
Comment by: John K
Ride Date: 10/16/2015
Stayed at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp this past weekend for a cowgirl weekend. Kevin and his staff are outstanding. Always making sure that we had what we needed. Will absolutely be going back. Campground clean and stalls fantastic.
Comment by: Tracy Mitchell
Ride Date: 10/15/2015
Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is a really nice, first class facility and we plan to return. The stalls are large (10X10), airy, and well bedded. For a small extra charge they will even clean your stalls for you - you can't beat that! We stayed at the bunkhouse, which was clean, dry, and cozy (there was a nice little "faux fireplace" heater and also an air conditioning unit). The bunk house had sturdy double bed sized bunk beds - so you can sleep up to four. The camp sites were also very nice - well placed on the top of a hill. Shower facilities were very clean with plenty of hot water. Kevin and Brandon were super nice and very helpful and accomodating. There are more trails to explore here than any other place we have ridden and we were very pleased with them, but some of the trails are in need of drainage work in places, which is why I only rated the trails with four stars. The Wet Prong Trail is beautiful, but crosses a number of mountain spring/seep areas which are very wet and the horse traffic is really tearing up the terrain in those places. We did not venture onto the First Creek Trail, but we were told by other riders that this trail was even wetter. The state appears to be in the process of reinforcing those areas with gravel...hopefully this work continues. With gravel and drainage pipe placed in a few strategic areas, the trails will be much more enjoyable for both horses and riders. We also rode the Sal Hollow Trail, Blair Springs Trail and a few others which were dry and a very pleasant ride. All the trails are very well marked and the maps are accurate and easy to read. There are also numerous places to stop for a picnic lunch, with posts to cross tie your horse too.
Comment by: emwhite
Ride Date: 10/13/2015
We were treated like family from day one from everyone there. We had an awesome time and wanted for nothing. The entire camp was very clean and well taken care of. We will be back and would recommend this camp to everyone. Food and entertainment were great!
Comment by: Debbie Fisher
Ride Date: 10/4/2015
this was our first ever organized ride everything was first class from the food, barns bathhouse. Kevin met everyone at the office by the end of first day he knew all 105 campers names. the guided trail rides were well organized for the style of ride you did. if you have never done an organized ride before this is well worth the money! We booked the spring ride 4/20/16-4/24/16 and the fall ride 10/9/16-10/16/16.
Comment by: Colleen Bradley
Ride Date: 10/4/2015
My husband and I attended the annual week long organized ride with friends. What an absolute treat! Kevin was extremely accommodating with arranging our party of four rigs to camp together. The facilities and campground are very clean. The owners, staff, and volunteers were very helpful and friendly. The food and entertainment was outstanding. I would highly recommend Mammoth Cave Campground. We plan on returning in the future. The owners are the perfect example of "southern hospitality."
Comment by: Trish Roberts
Ride Date: 10/4/2015
Again, Kevin and his staff have outdone themselves with the great food and entertainment at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. The campground, stalls and other facilities were in great shape with lots of space to store saddles, hay and other horse gear. There were nice wash stalls as well as easy access to the riding trails. Everything was so well organized but they go out of their way to accommodate special requests. I have made reservations for next year already.
Comment by: pthorne
Ride Date: 10/4/2015
Great facilities, riding, entertainment and food. The all inclusive week long ride was top notch in every way. The staff are all very friendly and helpful.
Comment by: Tim scarbrough
Ride Date: 10/3/2015
weeklong ride was great. cannnot say enough about the staff at mchc. they really take care of riders. food was excellent-best anywhere. stalls are good and bedding available. campsites are clean and mowed. showerhouse is clean and water hot. a five-star place!!!!
Comment by: helen kimpel
Ride Date: 10/3/2015
This was our first trip to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. We went for the fall ride and could not have asked for nicer people (Owners and staff). They went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable from start to finish. We made so many new friends and I know we will be back.
Comment by: Mary Ann
Ride Date: 10/5/2015
I love going to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp the hospitality is alway great, they go out of their way to make your trip a great one!! The facilities are always clean, the trails are great and the food is alway good!! It is one of my favorite places to camp !!!!
Comment by: kimsalay
Ride Date: 9/19/2015
Grass was cut. Clean. Trash receptacle handy. Dump station handy. Staff stopped by our camp asking if we needed anything. Clean bathrooms, pavilion, store. Helped us find a restaurant late Thurs. Friendly. I think it'd be helpful if maps explained how trail markers work. We couldn't figure out what the numbers meant. Were we going toward camp? Toward another landmark? How far were we from camp? From a specific landmark?
Comment by: MARDY
Ride Date: 9/17/2015
Awesome horse camp! Kevin and the staff are great! I really appreciated Brandon and the ladies that cooked our meals. Food was great too! Thanks.
Comment by: Marianne Young
Ride Date: 9/9/2015
Kevin and Janet always make you feel welcome and at home. They'll do anything they can to make your experience at their campground a great one!
Comment by: KimmieJEan
Ride Date: 9/4/2015
The campground is awesome. Intimate, clean and friendly. The trails are wonderful. You get a wide variety of riding. You can ride all day or part of the day and not be bored. Beautiful scenery! Kevin is Grrreat! Very accommodating. I usually stay away from event weekends because I do not like crowds, but the size of the campground combined with the trail system make this a moot point at this campground. And the people who come here are really thoughtful. The food provided was exceptional as well. Even though I don't eat beef or pork they made sure I didn't go hungry, there was plenty to eat and they even made chicken just for me! Very accommodating. This was my third trip to Mammoth, my first on an event weekend. Definitely need to go back!
Comment by: kaydee johnston
Ride Date: 9/1/2015
This was are first time being at the horse camp and we will be back. We had a really good time . Love hearing Bubba play and sing . He does a wonderful job . The food was Awesome too !
Comment by: Patty Chandler Phagan
Ride Date: 9/4/2015
The restroom and shower were exceptionally clean - cleaner than any camp I've visited. Kevin was great to work with. He left ice available on the weekend when the store was closed. Nice clean stalls with water close. There was also a horse wash next to stalls.
Comment by: Pam Joyce
Ride Date: 8/21/2015
As always an awesome stay. One of the nicer campgrounds we have been to. Always clean shower houses and the host is the best! Love it here!
Comment by: Rhonda hodges
Ride Date: 8/15/2015
My husband Robin and I went to Mammoth Cave campground last weekend and really had a wonderful time. We stayed 2 nights and enjoyed staying at a very clean and well maintained campground and the bath house was also clean and nice. We are avid riders and absolutely enjoyed the trails. They're not straight up or down but rugged and natural enough not to be boring. I think one of the most beautiful forests I've ever seen yet!!
Comment by: Lydia Johnson
Ride Date: 8/21/2015
We absolutely loved Mammoth Cave Horse Camp! The campground was neat and clean. Stalls were great! Bath house was clean and well kept. Trails were amazing! They were beautiful!!! Some were challenging at times but fun! Our 7 year old daughter loved this place! Can't wait to go back!
Comment by: Laura Lee White
Ride Date: 7/4/2015
The hospitality of the owners and staff at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp are beyond my expectations. The trails, specifically Raymer Hollow this time, were beautiful and included lost of scenery that was amazing, including a huge waterfall. The camp is extremely pleasant and the bathhouse is always especially well taken care of. The stalls are of great quality and I don't have to worry about my horse while I am at my camping spot. Excellent camp, excellent trails!
Comment by: Millie Cunningham
Ride Date: 7/7/2015
Kevin and his staff treat you like family. I always stay in a bunk house so I can have access to the Wi-Fi so I can do homework. In the summer, great air conditioning and the winter great electric fireplace heat. The pavilion has great music, many tables where we all can pot luck with other campers. Schedule rides and weekends when they do the meals, always wonderful. This is my friends and I favorite place to go. They are 10 minutes from Nolin Lake state park, and on hot days, I can float on a raft. MY friends who have the RV's sites are well shaded and plenty of room. We just love it there.
Comment by: rockdmag
Ride Date: 7/3/2015
Wonderful camping experience! Trails as diverse and difficult as Shawnee (Illinois) and Custer, SD. Camp ground had to be designed by a horse rider/camper - stalls, tack up, horse wash areas easy convenient. Appearance is that of 5 Star area. WILL be back againt!!
Comment by: Rollie seiple
Ride Date: 6/22/2015
Will definitely be visiting this campground again...trails are will marked and pretty simple for all levels of riders...wonderful hosts...great weekend
Comment by: Buckaroo321
Ride Date: 6/13/2015
Top notch facility and owner/operator. Many thanks to Kevin for making us feel right at home. Mammoth cave horse camp will be our go to place to camp and ride.
Comment by: Nathan
Ride Date: 6/12/2015
Great people and a very nice campground with lots of nice trails easy to get to.
Comment by: Greg Worley
Ride Date: 5/29/2015
Wonderful customer service and meals. The owner and staff are so helpful. Stalls are safe and clean. The camp ground is well equipped but not too crowded.
Comment by: pthorne
Ride Date: 5/22/2015
first time at mammoth cave and I picked mammoth cave horse camp yo stay at simply because the facility looked well it together and up to date. ..bathrooms were best I seen with private shower rooms and sites were nice and level with electric and water at each...horse stalls clean and roomy with a hay rack and 2 bucket hangers inside...even a place to put tack since stalls are a bit away from camp site...I drove my truck down everyday and parked it at office when I rode...trails were a little rugged but challenging..we did experience some rain and that made it a bit more difficult to maneuver at times...overall great trip and stall was very helpful ...kept checking on us throughout my 3 days....great trip
Comment by: Nicole sula
Ride Date: 5/22/2015
A huge THANKS to Kevin, Linda and Janice for their hometown hospitality over the Memorial Day weekend. This is already my second time to visit MCHC this year....I will be back. If your are looking for a campground with ALL the buttons and whistles this is the campground you are looking for. The team at MCHC will go above and beyond to make your stay the best. Try Mammoth Cave Horse Camp....you wont be disappointed.
Comment by: Kristan Looney
Ride Date: 5/23/2015
We had a great time and love the campground. That have a beautiful campground and we love the enclosed building with the fireplace. We will definitely be back again
Comment by: Phyllis Spalding
Ride Date: 5/23/2015
Had an awesome weekend at MCHC. Trails were well maintained and so was the campground. Staff was excellent and the food was great. See ya'll 4th of July!
Comment by: JD Ledcke
Ride Date: 5/22/2015
Cleanest ever, with the best and most helpful staff possible. Even with some rain we had a very enjoyable weekend
Comment by: Janice Simmons
Ride Date: 5/15/2015
this place is the BEST!!! the people that run it are awesome and try all they can to make your stay a great one. The campsites are wonderful and private and shaded. We've got a pretty big rig and there are plenty of sites that are easy to get into. The stalls (I'm one of those that likes a safe place for my horse) are clean and SAFE for any horse - no worries that your horse will be hurt and the hay mangers are an extra bonus. I only wish that there were more cut-offs so that the only alternative wasn't a 5-houre ride or nothing. Trails are nice unless they're muddy - but that's the woods for ya! All in all - hard to find a better place than this one for a peaceful wonderful vacation - you'll have to look hard and long to find a better place - it's top notch!!!
Comment by: flora beth
Ride Date: 5/15/2015
Like always everything was clean. Made a pleasant weekend
Comment by: joe hess
Ride Date: 5/9/2015
Wonderful time spent at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp on Derby Weekend. Camping area is first class - level camping spaces, lots of gravel, water, electric, trees - and a dumping station to use before you leave :>).. So happy that Mammoth Cave NP has a horse camp partner like Kevin who provides horse folks a place to stay and camp as they trail ride in the beautiful backcountry of Mammoth Cave NP.
Comment by: MJ Veluzat
Ride Date: 5/2/2015
We just returned from a great Kentucky Derby weekend at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. Kevin and his staff provided great service, a clean camp, and great derby entertainment. As always we love going to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. The trails in the park were good shape. We really enjoyed our weekend.
Comment by: masong
Ride Date: 5/1/2015
This is are very favorite place to camp & ride! Kevin and staff are so friendly they make you feel at home we've been coming here for 4 straight years now!! Love derby weekend😄
Comment by: john mark
Ride Date: 5/1/2015
The campground had all the bells and whistles. Very friendly and accommodating. Trails are marked well. Only thing about the trails is that you have to back track because they are so long. We did a trail on Saturday which was about 23 miles and since we wanted to see everything and not back track it took us about 8 hours of course we are on stock horses too and not gaited horses. Beautiful scenery!!! I would go back in a heart beat.
Comment by: Tcrist
Ride Date: 5/1/2015
Is a very clean well planned out campground. Has the very best stalls we have even seen at a campground.safety of horses is our top concern when away from home. Staff was super friendly and helpful high praise to Linda in office. Was a stop over while on our way to Nashville but loved place so much we will be back for longer stay in future. Trails and maps etc very nice.
Comment by: Amy Clark
Ride Date: 4/24/2015
Campground, restrooms and bath houses was very clean and well maintained. Hosts were most friendly and very helpful. Stalls are very safe for your horses. It was my first time to camp here and I will return.
Comment by: Bob PSimer
Ride Date: 4/24/2015
I have camped at MCHC several times. You will not find a more accommodating camp owner/host than Kevin Davis. Very nice campsites, barns, pavilion, and trails!
Comment by: Liz Mills
Ride Date: 4/16/2015
Great camping sites, world class horse stalls and friendly staff. Had a great weekend. Kevin and crew were excellent and friendly hosts. The trails were well marked with beautiful scenery. Can't wait for our next visit.
Comment by: Aubrey R Henley
Ride Date: 4/11/2015
Absolutely tremendous campground and trails! Kevin, Linda and Brandon are excellent owner and staff. With so many horse camps shutting down or thinking to make ends meet,they can fill their facility by bumping the price up, its wonderful to see reasonable pricing and not gouging. Beautiful campsites, even offered campfire wood and to start our fires! We travel back and forth from Michigan and Louisiana yearly and will definitely make our stay a priority to revisit in our travels. We were able to camp about halfway between bathhouse and overlooking our horses. We have camped at many horse camps and this is the most safest, up-to-date, horse and camper friendly facility we`ve been at so far. Kudos to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp!! Only suggestion we could make was possibly installing 4 fixed benches on the outside of each side of horse stall building to accommodate leisure time near your horses, rest from your walks as well as conversation area with other riders.
Comment by: Todd & Sonya Peters
Ride Date: 3/30/2015
This group of riders have camped together in the Black Hills of The Dakotas to Palo Duro and Cap Rock Canyons Texas and all over the MidWest and without doubt this Horse Camp is 1st Class all the way. Excellent camp sites, horse barn and stalls. The owners, Kevin and Linda, were very attentive to any and all needs of the equestrian experience. Furnished trail maps were very accurate and the trails we well marked. Our largest rig truck and trailer is 61 foot long and we had no issues getting in or out of the campgrounds. Looking forward to our next visit in July. I would recommend this Facility to anyone.
Comment by: Glenn Thompson
Ride Date: 3/19/2015
Unfortunately, I am unable to ride anymore, but I camp with friends who do. I love this place, I rent the bunkhouse. It was awesome. It was warm and cozy for this cold Halloween weekend. The band was great. A good time was had by all. Keven and his staff treat you like 5 star guest. This is a place I will continue to come back to several times a year. It is 10 minutes from Nolin, so I get to fish while my friends are riding. It has WiFi so I can do my homework. I can not say enough good things about this place, except go there and enjoy!!!!
Comment by: rockdmag
Ride Date: 10/31/2014
Attended Mammoth Cave Horse Camp's Halloween ride. Weather was little bit cold and rainy on Friday, but that didn't stop the people from coming, the place was almost full. The campground and common area is so nice that even during some bad weather you can go inside the common area with the big fireplace going to stay warm and hang out with friends. Once again Kevin Davis and his staff put on a great event with good food and a great Halloween party complete with costume contest and a band. The trails were in pretty good shape considering the rain we had. You need to put this place on your list of places to ride. The organized events are always great!
Comment by: masong
Ride Date: 10/31/2014
Campground was very clean, stalls were great, sawdust available, camp sites were spacious and clean with fire ring w/ grill top and very nice picnic tables for each sit. The campground is well set up and easy to get in and out of. I have a pretty big rig and had no problems. Hospitality was top notch. One of the best campgrounds I have been to with or with out my horse. On my list of places to go back to. The riding arena is plenty big with a very good surface to work your horse on. There is a 60' round pen also inside the riding arena. There are also obstacles to work your acquaint your horse with for those doing competitive trail riding. I would have given the trails a 5 star, however First Creek trail was pretty bad and the edge of the trail gave way, one of the horses went down (not mine). This Trail starts out pretty easy but turns into very difficult and hard to maneuver. I would consider this trail expert level for that reason. The rest of the trails were awesome and enjoyable to ride with places to even hitch up your horses and sit a spell for lunch. There even a trash bin for you to throw away your trash. So there is absolutely no reason to see trash on trail. Have to say it was one of the best places I have stayed at and will be back! My hats off to the staff. Your awesome!
Comment by: Promenades
Ride Date: 10/25/2014
Had a great time at the organized ride at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp this year. We all worked around the rains and got to ride each day. Food, entertainment and staff were wonderful. Thanks Kevin Davis and staff for making me feel at home. Looking forward to next year.
Comment by: Brenda Allen
Ride Date: 10/6/2014
We went on vacation with our mules at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp and had a wonderful week. The leaves were turning, so every trail was beautiful. All trails were well maintained and well marked. Good maps are available at the camp, which came in handy even though we always ride out with a GPS. They offer a service to trailer out to various trail heads, so we got to ride on most every trail in the park. The stalls were roomy and clean, with saddle storage area, hydrants, and wash racks. There is a large sand arena available. The highlight of camping here, though, was the attention to customer service by the owner and all of the staff. We have been to many states and a lot of different camp grounds, but this was the best we have ever experienced, no doubt. The camp sites are clean, spacious and level, and are easy to get into. The bathhouse is terrific, with a great hot shower. Very clean! There is a camp store with some basics, and also a fabulous dining hall which has large sliding doors all around to adjust for the weather and temperature. The nights were cool in October, so there was always a roaring fire in the big stone fireplace. We did an event ride, so there was a meal package of 3 meals a day that was better than my cooking, which didn't hurt my feelings at all - so glad husband was happy and well fed! The cost was a good value. Entertainment every night of some sort, camp fires, plus the nicest folks were there. We already reserved for next year and look forward to making this one of our regular riding destinations.
Comment by: Beth Bell
Ride Date: 10/6/2014
Awesome place! Great accomodations for the horses, nice level sites, beautiful campground. This is the "Horsie Hilton"!!!!
Comment by: Darcy Strasman
Ride Date: 10/13/2014
wonderful facilities for horse and rider. campground is clean and well graveled; stalls are big and safe. campers are treated so well. trails are so pretty.
Comment by: helen kimpel
Ride Date: 10/5/2014
Great ride, everything was great
Comment by: tim scarbrough
Ride Date: 10/5/2014
I can't say enough Great things about Kevin Davis his family and Staff they are AWESOME the Campground is Wonderful ,despite the weather we rode six days out of seven ! Food ,facilities,entertainment , trails ,all top notch! Anyone who has not done this ride is missing out.I still remember Kevin's rendition of Navijo Rug around the Campfire! I've made my reservations for 2015 Hope To See You All There Happy Trails To You.
Comment by: Marjorie
Ride Date: 10/5/2014
Kevin Davis is the ultimate host! He did everything possible to make sure everyone had a fantastic time. The food was unbelievably scrumptious and the entertainment was top notch. The campground is beautiful and the bathhouses are modern and clean. This was my second time for the fall ride and it was an amazing week!
Comment by: Nina Taylor
Ride Date: 10/5/2014
Fantastic place to camp and ride. Staff, food, facilities and entertainment were great. Kevin and his staff treat everyone like family. Made my reservations for the 2015 fall ride before I left. I highly recommend this camp if you haven't been!
Comment by: Lisa taylor
Ride Date: 10/5/2014
Just got back from the fall ride at Mammoth Cave horse camp. My experience couldn't have been better. The staff, facilities, food and trails were excellent. Kevin and his staff treat you like family. Made my reservations for next year before I left!
Comment by: Lisa Taylor
Ride Date: 10/5/2014
I recently returned from the Second Fall Ride at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. I also attended the first fall ride and had a great time also although the park was closed down by the government. This year we had full access to the Park and a beautiful ride on private land. We rode to the largest sand cave in the region and it was beautiful. This was on private land which Kevin had arranged for us to ride. There were several days that trailers were provided for those that did not want a very long day. They trailered us to various trail heads and we rode back. This allows us to ride areas of the Park which were prohibitive because of the distance. The trails in the park are mostly wooded trails with lots of water crossing. There is one trail with some "technical" spots, but doable with a good horse and well worth the effort. The food was wonderful. The facilities are very nice. The stalls were spacious. The stalls appear to be very well drained when it rained. No horse standing in water in the stall. The barns have a place in the middle to keep your hay, feed and tack (contains some permanent saddle racks). If you prefer, you can pay a small fee and have your stall cleaned every day. The sites were also spacious and fairly level. There are some trees in the campground to provide shade. For a small fee, they will empty your black and gray tanks twice during the week. The bathhouse facilities were nice and clean all through the week. Kevin does a wonderful job in making you feel welcome and addresses not only concerns but requests. He went way out of his way to accomodate special requests. Although the week was well planned, room was made for revisions of the schedule depending on weather and riders' requests. Kevin also has a friendly accomodating and competent staff. The nightly entertainment was excellent and varied. From a blue grass band to a pickin session around the campfire. Kevin, along with other campers brought their musical instruments and played for the rest of us around the common campfire. Kevin runs a quiet, clean and friendly campground. I have also camped here on non-organized rides. Everytime I have been there, Kevin and his staff are the same as during the organized rides. This has become my favorite organized ride. I made my reservation for next year (as did many others).
Comment by: Dolley
Ride Date: 10/4/2014
Just attended the fall ride for our first time visit at Mammoth Cave. It won't be our last! Kevin and Janet have mastered the art of hosting horse people. The campground is clean, and well maintained. While I don't typically like to have my horse away from my camp, the stalls are extremely well built and safe. I felt more than comfortable with the accommodations for our horses. The food was outstanding! My husband is a very picky eater, and usually complains about the food when we camp, unless I cook. We were both surprised and pleased that even he enjoyed every meal. The entertainment provided was above average as well, and perfectly suited to this events crowd. Overall, I must agree that this is a 5 star campground, and we look forward to our next journey there.
Comment by: Brenda Crow
Ride Date: 10/8/2014
Had a great time at the second annual week-long trail ride. Kevin was amazing and responded quickly to any needs or questions, before and during the ride. Food was awesome! Loved new Sand Cave trail and loved the option of trailering back on the longer rides. I highly recommend Mammoth Cave Horse Camp.
Comment by: Lisa Smith
Ride Date: 10/12/2014
Despite rainy weather, we rode every day with great management by Kevin Davis. Wonderful support group to get us out on the trails. Great campfire music and food was "purty good"!
Comment by: Kathy Hoffman
Ride Date: 10/4/2014
Staff and owners are the most accommodating of any place I have ever stayed. They will do what ever it takes to make your stay there GREAT. The stalls are roomy and very safe for your horse. Nice wash bays and easy access to water at the barn and campsites. I attended the fall organized ride and can say the food was out of this world. Easy access to the park and trails but staff will be glad to trailer you to a different trail head in the park if you want to ride somewhere else.
Comment by: pthorne
Ride Date: 10/5/2014
Wonderful place to ride in Kentucky. Challenging riding, terrific campground. Great Food!!
Comment by: vStaniszewski
Ride Date: 10/5/2014
Excellent campground and very friendly and helpful camp workers. Very clean and well maintained campground & stalls. The trails we rode were very mixed, good/easy then patches of significant mud or rocks. I also do not understand why Ferry road (gravel) is closed to horses. We did not utilize the trailers that are provided to transport horses to other trailheads. The trailers are a "nice touch". Very nice place with a lot of trails some of which are in need of work but are still acceptable
Comment by: Carl Lohkamp
Ride Date: 9/21/2014
I have camped at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp quite a few times. I love it!! The owners go out of their way to be sure you are happy with your stay. They have great facilities, which are always clean and well kept. You will have a great time here.
Comment by: pgbuech
Ride Date: 9/19/2014
A first class campground! We were warmly greeted when we arrived and were very pleasantly surprised at the horses stalls. Very clean and spacious. We were invited to use the arena for turn-out for our horses, and they had a marvelous time bucking and running. It was the first turn-out they'd had in two weeks. The trails were just so much fun! Some rocks, some challenging, and some you could really move out on. The views were wonderful and the entire experience was incredibly relaxing. We took one day to visit the caves and used the ferry to get from one side of the park to the other. That was fun! This is one of those "gotta go back" places. Thanks Kevin and crew for a most outstanding week!
Comment by: brncntry
Ride Date: 8/18/2014
Our organization, SHOBA (Single-Footing Horse Owners' and Breeders' Association) went to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp for our 2nd Annual SHOBA Fall Celebration. We have decided that this camp will be our place for the 3rd Annual Celebration. Kevin Davis, his staff and the Mammoth Cave Horse Camp were awarded the "Total Package" for a great time for our members and friends. Hospitality, food, facilities, and service met and exceeded all our expectations. Thank you, Mammoth Cave Horse Camp! See you next year! Deb Anderson, Board of Directors for SHOBA
Comment by: Deb Anderson
Ride Date: 9/12/2014
Thank you kevin for another super good a.q.h.a.ride. every one I have talked to had a wonderful time. I have been going to mammoth cave horse camp since 2009 & I have never been disappointed. thanks again for your special attention toward everyone.
Comment by: kwade
Ride Date: 9/20/2014
went to AQHA ride , was the best ,Kevin and staff where great, thanks for a fun trip,thanks
Comment by: tommy barnett
Ride Date: 9/20/2014
My husband and I come every year for the KyQHA ride in September as well as some other rides throughout the year. It is always AWESOME!!! Everyone is easy to work with and I've never had a bad experience. We will continue to come back because I don't think there is anywhere better in this area you can stay!!
Comment by: Rhonda Hodges
Ride Date: 9/18/2014
Howdy Trail Riders; Those of you that know me, know I have sat on a horse a time or two and driven a team to a wagon a time or two and I have camped and trailered all over this country and even Canada. I want to share my version of a review. First, I don't write reviews very often if at all. But I felt moved to do so. Ruth and I attended two AQHA rides this month, one in Indiana and one in Kentucky. Sarah Hays needs to be put on a pedestal and paraded around as our Crown Jewel. And Mammoth Cave Horse Camp went above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome. I have to be right up front. I have spent the better part of the past 20+ years making Norman Indiana my normal destination ride. We love the facility, the trails and the drive is only about 2 hours from our home. When I was younger, we visited Norman Indiana 2 or 3 times a year. Now with a few years and miles behind me, we visit once a year, twice if there is an event we want to attend. But I have to say, my days of going off camping and riding will be spent at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. I hadn't been there but once or twice and it had been about 5 years since I was at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. I walked through the door and I was met with a "Hello Brett! A smile and a hand shake. The owner Kevin got up out of his chair to greet me. I see why Sarah Hays chose this site for the KY-AQHA ride. You were greeted with a smile, made to feel welcome from the first second you step out of your truck. Next, the trails have been improved ten fold since our last visit. Our last visit, there were downed trees across the trails and areas washed out, mud and Skid Loaders and other equipment parked through out the forest making improvements or a mess. It was a mess at that time. But I couldn't ask for better trails, Wet Prong was clear, maybe a little rocky in places, but it kept it interesting and on your toes. When we rode Collie Ridge we met rider after rider, they all had smiles on their faces and were having a great ride. The forest was beautiful, the weather was also. The other guests and riders at the camp were all friendly. Saturday we had a longer ride than we had planned, but we made it back safe and sound. The shower house, FANTASTIC! New stainless steel shower fixtures and private individual shower and changing rooms. They were clean and the water was warm. Not once did I ever have to wait on a shower or the bath room and the camp ground was PACKED! Folks were double and triple parked on sites. I was told it was the largest AQHA ride in the world for 2014! I can't say enough about Mammoth Cave Horse Camp and their hospitality. While cleaning my stalls, a beautiful young lady and it appeared to be her daughter and grandson were driving around in a golf cart. Stopped and spoke, we had a nice chat and I found out later it was the owners wife and she was out greeting everyone and seeing if everyone was having a good time. The customer service and social aspect of our stay was that of a 5 star resort. I don't know if it's like that every time you come, but I am going to find out! Enough about how great Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is. Sarah Hays! Met her a few years ago briefly and than again at the Indiana AQHA ride this past month. She knows how to put together an agenda! Everything was first class. If I start about the food it will take two pages! The easiest way to say anything about the food, I needed nap after every meal! Man! the food was outstanding! The auction was good, I hope they raised a lot of money, because I want next years ride to be at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. I'm not saying the Indiana AQHA ride was bad, it was not. It was two totally different environments. One venue was run like a business and the other was run like an outstanding resort with excellent customer service and hospitality second to none. And there was no institutional food served at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp, NO SIR! It was food you would be proud to serve guests at your home. I'm sure there are a lot of places across this land that could benefit from by visiting Mammoth Cave. I apologize if this sounded like commercial, it isn't. Sarah Hays did the most outstanding job and all of her little cronies too. Sarah couldn't have done all of that without you. I only know a couple of them Marie and Kimberly, and Julie Beam you all deserve "AT-A-BOYS!" and a huge thank you. I have it on a good authority that Sarah is an excellent wedding planner too! All hale Lady Sarah. Thank you all for a memorable weekend, I don't get away very often and I thank you for making this past weekend great!
Comment by: Donnerosa Stables llc
Ride Date: 9/20/2014
This is a very nice campground. This is the second year we have attended the fall SHOBA ride at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. The facility is really nice for both riders & horses. I believe that all that attended will agree that you won't find a better host anywhere. Kevin does an excellent job taking care of his clients. The trails are varied from easy to quite challenging for any level of rider to be able to enjoy. Lots of beautiful country to ride through in the park.
Comment by: Alan Reynolds
Ride Date: 9/12/2014
The campground was nice, the trails were nice,the help was very friendly.NEED TO DO SOMETHING ABOUT DOGS running loose.Last year while eating breakfast there was a dog fight in the mess hall.This year there were dogs in the mess hall while I was trying to eat.I had to chase dogs away from my garbage can at my camp.When they keep pets on a leash I will be back.Other than pets running loose we all had a great time!
Comment by: bill poole
Ride Date: 8/29/2014
This is a wonderful family place to camp and ride. The sites are nice and clean and well kept. The horse stalls are the best. Kevin and his crew who own and run the place go out of their way to help you in any way and always ask if there is anything they can do. I would recommend this place to all of my friends. When they have an event weekend, the food is fantastic and they have wonderful entertainment. I love this place.
Comment by: Jackie Mae Williams
Ride Date: 8/29/2014
Campground is very clean and well kept. Campsites are level and most are shaded. All have a picnic table and are up a hill from the barn. We met friends from NJ, stayed a week and had a great time. Our horses were not shod and did well on the trails. We will definitely come back again. One of the best horse campgrounds we've been to.
Comment by: Carol Plumb
Ride Date: 8/2/2014
This is absolutely the cleanest most well run campground I have ever stayed at, the owner Kevin could not have been more more accomodating and is one of the nicest people I have ever met. You can tell he has ridden and camped him self by how well the campground and facilities were planned, we loved the wash racks for the horses. On a 1 to 10 I would give it an 11. We stayed in the smaller bunk house, it was clean and the ac worked great, the beds were comfortable and the bathrooms close by. The trails we took were really pretty, Sundays trail was muddy but from what I've been told Kevin has nothing to do with how the trails are maintained. Will definetly go back!
Comment by: patti voelker
Ride Date: 6/21/2014
We really lucked out with fall like temperatures, but the shaded trails keep you out of the sun. Our group really enjoyed the rides. You need to pack a lunch and be ready to stay in the saddle for the day in order to see new views. But, even my horse enjoyed the terrain as it can vary from one trail to another. Some areas of trails Not for beginners. The staff was absolutely the most welcoming, trying to please people wanting you to enjoy your vacation. Showers and restrooms very clean, and my horse was very happy in his large stall. Kudos!! Will definitely go back.
Comment by: Crazykat
Ride Date: 7/17/2014
I truly enjoyed my stay at Mammoth Cave. The staff were outstanding, the stalls were nice, and I enjoyed the trails. They were alittle muddy in spots but due to the amount of rain we had this year it is understandable. I will be back.
Comment by: Tammy Smith
Ride Date: 7/7/2014
Clean restrooms, nice size stalls. Highly recommend this campground.
Comment by: Cathy
Ride Date: 7/12/2014
Comment by: Kaydee Johnston
Ride Date: 7/14/2014
Let me start by saying that this was our first horse camping experience, and I did not know what to expect. I found the one trail we took (Wet Prong) WAY beyond my skill level, and our friend who met us there described the other trails as that challenging and then some (she loved them!). Had I known upfront how rough the trails were, I might not have stayed at that camp… But I would have missed a WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE. We stayed in the new single bunkhouse, which was fabulous. The bed was comfortable, the space was quiet, and it was air-conditioned. The horses were nearby, and they had five-star accommodations as well. Linda was in charge for our stay, and she was amazing. When I told her of my difficulties on the trail, she recommended a different trailhead inside the Park, with access 10 minutes away. The recommendation was perfect – we rode from the other trailhead the next two days, and had an excellent time. When we go back to Mammoth Cave, we will stay at MCHC, and haul the short distance to the easier trailheads. (We have a small trailer with two easy-loading horses, so it was no trouble at all.) Overall, the campground amenities and Linda's care of us added up to an amazing first experience.
Comment by: Robyn Kevlin
Ride Date: 7/8/2014
Comment by: Robyn Kevlin
Ride Date: 7/8/2014
Camp was great. Kevin was great. Trails were in good shape compared to our first visit there derby weekend in 2011. We had a great time though both times. Kevin and crew were very helpful when my truck wouldn't start on the day I left. Thanks Kevin for all your help!! Great people.
Comment by: Cpitt
Ride Date: 7/15/2013
We had an excellent time at the 4th of July event weekend! Campground and stables were super nice and we loved the entertainment. We will definitely do it over and over! Thank you to Kevin and crew for making the experience awesome! Excellent facilities, excellent staff and excellent food! Definitely a must do again and again!
Comment by: moseif
Ride Date: 7/3/2014
The campground was very nice, clean, well maintained, very friendly & helpful staff. All of our questions were answered, we got helpful advice. The horse related areas was also nice, clean, everything you needed, was right there. Kevin was very nice, even trailered us to another trail head. The weekend we stayed, was a special event weekend, so we got feed & entertained, VERY NICE. We didn't get to ride all the trails, but some we didn't like due to mud, cliffs, & rock, others were very nice. We will go back & based on our camping experience, we will stay here again.
Comment by: Paula Tully
Ride Date: 7/3/2014
the campground was wonderful, Linda checked on us morning & night, very friendly.. barn & stalls were great, bathhouse great, great campground!... trails were ok, a little rocky and very muddy but it did rain two days on us.. only complaint I have is the trails not being marked well enough to understand how long of trail you might be going on.. no switchbacks to shorten rides.. but overall a great week of camping.. & no walmart close by!! so go prepared for what ever time you may be staying because it's a drive to local buying & shopping..
Comment by: 2 peps n horses
Ride Date: 6/21/2014
This is my third year going there. They have very nice barns with large stalls. The place is always clean and well kept. The showers and bathrooms are very clean. Enjoy the trails and the large campsites. Look forward to going back again next year. They will come around to your site and make sure everything is going okay and if you need anything.
Comment by: Dustybritchesgal
Ride Date: 6/25/2014
I thought the camp was excellent. Very friendly staff. Linda was unfailingly courteous and eager to help with anything possible. The camp ground was clean and nice shower facility. The trails were narrow not to rocky but some. Good riding but the trail maps didn't seem to be marked as well as we thought they were. My best advice is ride out half as long as you want to be out then ride back.. Next time go out a different trail.
Comment by: bellstar
Ride Date: 6/22/2014
Great friendly staff, excellent campground, could use more shower areas, but that's not a need of mine. Trails were muddy but ok wouldn't recommend for beginners. We had a great weekend even with the heat.
Comment by: sauter
Ride Date: 6/20/2014
Out of all of the campgrounds at Mammoth Cave I consider this one to be the best. Kevin and his staff go out of their way to make sure you are comfortable and everything is right for you. The campground is easy to get into, two barns both with drive around area's, wash stations for the horses, dump station.
Comment by: jbsaddle
Ride Date: 6/14/2014
This was our first time staying and riding at the camp. We came as s group of all age riders and campers. We were so amazed and impressed!!! We stay all over Ky and TN and this was the most wonderful place ever. the staff was exceptionally friendlya dn helpful and made rounds all thry the day and before leaving at night to see if the campers needs wwre met. the stalls and barns were very clean and well maintained and safe. the drive ways were well planned and put together for easy access w trucks and trailers. manure pits, shavings and dumpstation was clean and easy to get to. the sites and entire facilty was the cleanest weve ever came across and we felt like the babies and small kids could play wo getting hurt and nasty there were no cigarette butts or trash anywhere that we saw. the shower houses were set up w unisex showers adn wones restrooms seperate from mens and all of these were very clean and had a comfortable temperature. the trails were easy with some mud but weve had alot of rain lately so we expected it. but this is a 5 plus star rating in our opinion.
Comment by: connie l
Ride Date: 5/30/2014
Having been to many horse camps , I consider this one of the very BEST! The food was wonderful, music was fun, especially the campfire music, the total experience was one that I would recommend to everyone. Kevin and Janet make everyone feel like family and attend to every need in quick fashion. The staff is also friendly and supportive. This is the place to go for a great family experience and a very upscale atmosphere.
Comment by: Donna Davis
Ride Date: 5/24/2014
Just returned from the Memorial Day weekend at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. The food, entertainment, campground and trails were all excellent. Kevin, as always, was a gracious host. The staff were all friendly, welcoming and helpful.
Comment by: Dolley Rennie
Ride Date: 5/23/2014
Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is a great place to camp!!! Everything from the campsite , bathrooms, showers and mess hall are Always clean . The stalls are kept it top shape and they are big too. The food is always outstanding with plenty to eat !! The scheduled rides are always fun with live entertainment every night!!! This is by far one of my favorite places to camp !! Kevin always goes out of his way to make sure everything is right from your arrival to your departure .
Comment by: Kimsalay
Ride Date: 5/23/2014
Best place I've been yet. The trails are great. The people are just so friendly. The facilities are very clean and modern. The food was delicious. There's not a single bad thing that can be said about this place. I can't wait to visit again!
Comment by: Melissa Kaelber
Ride Date: 5/22/2014
Thanks'for the great time I had thanks to Brandon an Debbie for there great help.One of the cleanness rest room an bath an shower.Clean stall at the camp is very well kept.I would also like to say the camp needs a Flag pole for the American Flag with a light for night time besides that I had a great time and will be back thank you Marvin
Comment by: marvin thompson
Ride Date: 5/19/2014
First trail ride of the season and our second trip to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. As with our last trip everything was great and while we were there with our Mules on Derby Weekend everyone was awesome, curious and fantastic. If you want amazing showers - you are in your own room with a lock on the door - then this is the campground for you.
Comment by: MuleLady
Ride Date: 5/2/2014
Best place we have ever camped/ kevin and his wife janet are the best as far as helping with any and everything -their staff is above n beyond/ we will go back regularly/ the event weekends are undescribable/ each and every time we go back we know this is just like home away from home- we have been going for several years -just gets better each time and we can honestly say they will do ANYTHING to assist you if you need something - we think of them as family and highly recommend the camp to anyone-no where we have ever been have went out of their way for us as the people have here-LOVE THIS CAMP
Comment by: doug higdon
Ride Date: 5/2/2014
As always, a first class campground. Complete with the best camp host ever.
Comment by: Jbshircliff
Ride Date: 5/2/2014
Love the place
Comment by: Roger Blair
Ride Date: 5/2/2014
Always a great camp and host. We keep coming back. Kevin takes care of his guests and we even had a band and it wasn't an event weekend.
Comment by: afackler
Ride Date: 5/3/2014
This was our first camping trip with the horses and we jumped in with both feet. A week long and 3 states away! Kevin Davis was there for us and answered every question I had in the months before the ride. The facility's were great, nice stalls and camping sites. The bath house and restrooms were clean at all times and the food and entertainment were amazing! Everyone there was very nice and helpful. We had great rides, some mud to get through but our FL horses did good! We are already signed up for next year! We are now spoiled for any other camp as this was such a great experience. We have invited friends for next year.
Comment by: Cheryl Brown
Ride Date: 10/6/2013
We attended Mammoth Cave horse camp Halloween party weekend. We had a great time. Kevin and Janet are always great host. They go out of their way to make sure you have a great time and wonderful camping experience. The food and entertainment was outstanding. We always enjoy our time at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. Trails were a little muddy in spots due to recent rain but was not a big issue.
Comment by: Gregg
Ride Date: 10/26/2013
Just returned from the week long trail ride at the camp. We had a awesome time. The facilities are modern, clean, safe, and user friendly. Even though the park was "closed", Kevin had arranged rides on private land that offered caves and views not to be found in the park. We did ride the park trails, they were hilly but not mountainous, they were very rugged in spots, but even with my limited experience on these types of trails we had safe and fun rides. I would love to go back!!!!
Comment by: Vicky Olczak
Ride Date: 10/6/2013
What an amazing experience at the week long organized ride! The food was beyond all expectations as was the entertainment . Kevin Davis did everything possible to make sure we all had a fantastic time regardless of the government shutdown and resulting national park closure. Even though some people cancelled their reservations because of that situation, Kevin still continued with the full program. Made my reservation for next year ! The campground was beautiful and well maintained with great barns. The trails were a little muddy in spots due to a huge rain the first night. Overall, the riding was great and I can't say enough about MCHC.
Comment by: Nina Taylor
Ride Date: 10/6/2013
Stayed at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp for the weeklong organized ride. Meals, Entertainment, Accomodations (Horse and People) were first rate. Kevin and his staff made every attempt to accomodate every guest staying with a smile and a can do attitude! Park was closed due to gov't shutdown and arrangements were made to do riding on beautiful private land nearby. Great place, trails are fun and challenging. Highly recommend to all avid horsecampers!
Comment by: Nicki Chandler
Ride Date: 10/6/2013
Just returned from first week organised ride. Good food, good trails, good campsite, good stalls, good music,good people -- could not ask for more.
Comment by: Dolley Rennie
Ride Date: 10/6/2013
We visited during an organized ride. Every experience was top-notch! The food was great, the campgrounds were wonderful, and the stalls were excellent as well. We were there during the government shutdown but were still able to ride the Mammoth Cave trails but on a limited basis. Trails were great, well marked and easy to follow. We did not get to ride all of them but what we were on, was not what we would consider challenging. We look forwared to getting back and riding more advanced trails. McCoy Hallow I think may be better suited for the type of riding we like. We will go back!
Comment by: teabass
Ride Date: 10/7/2013
Mammoth Cave was the greatest trail camp I have ever been to. The staff and Kevin greated us on raining late afternoon with a fire in the fireplace, and eager to accomadate any of out needs. The trails close,even though the government closed the park, Kevin made sure there was trails on private land for us to ride.. lunch on the trail a couple of days. The camp and stalls were very well maintained. Meal were wonderful and so was the entertainment,enjoyed dancing to the music, and the camp fire night of singing. Would love to go back.
Comment by: Sandra King
Ride Date: 10/6/2013
beautiful place to camp and ride.
Comment by: Viane Staniszewski
Ride Date: 10/7/2013
Kevin made me feel very welcome, a big shout out to our "chef" Janice...her (and my special friend, Denny Mize) the campground was beautiful and loved the spot that Kevin let me choose! I loved the nightly entertainment, featuring Clay Underwood and the New Town Band, bluegrass group...loved having the silent auction. I did find the trails, rocky and for me, a little difficult...but Denny saved the week for me by generously offering his mule, Francis and she took very good care of me at the 1st Creek trail head. It was muddy, I believe that Louisville had the nation's highest rain fall on 10-6-13 (the day I arrived) and what with the park shutdown...we were all able to ride guided on private land or take out our aggravation with the Washington folks and trespass!
Comment by: Judy Knuth
Ride Date: 10/6/2013
I just spent the week at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp for the Weeklong Fall Trail Ride and it was absolutely wonderful!! We were catered too the whole week,the food,service and facilities and staff went above and beyond.Kevin and his family are great people. This was the week our Goverment decided to close the trails! Kevin had private trails for us to ride in , which were challenging and fun. Can't wait till next Fall Ride I highly recommend Mammoth Cave Horse Camp!
Comment by: Marjorie Carman
Ride Date: 10/6/2013
Kevin and his staff were excellent at making you feel welcome there, this was the organized ride weekend and eventhough the park was closed, there was plenty of riding to do, the food was excellent and the entertainment great too. I have signed up to return next year and plan to make other trips and bring some friends to enjoy the camping and riding experience. I would highly recommend riding at the facility.
Comment by: Priscilla Oliver
Ride Date: 10/7/2013
Organization of the campground, rides and meals was great. The food was unbelievable. Kevin and his staff made us feel like family. They did a great job finding places for us to ride with Mammoth Cave National Park closed due to the shut down. Horse stalls were clean and shavings were readily available. Wonderful entertainment every night that we were there. I would reccomend this campground to any rider from novice to expert.
Comment by: Paula Thorne
Ride Date: 10/5/2013
First, let me say that I am not the rider in the family (my husband Lary is). We have traveled to a good number of horse camps and this is BY FAR the best we have been to. We found this camp through Best of America by Horseback. Kevin is a great PEOPLE person and makes everyone feel at home. His staff is also very anxious to please and make your stay memorable. The food for the Labor Day Weekend was wonderful and everything is spotless. The camp site itself is large with picnic table and fire ring along with up to 50amp elec. and water at every site. There is also a dump station in a good location away from camp. My husband (the rider) says that the trails are REALLY rocky, but this is not under Kevin's control since the trails belong to the Park Service. We hope to go back to MCHC again soon to stay longer.
Comment by: Brenda Adams
Ride Date: 8/30/2013
We really enjoyed the whole experience of the long weekend ride...Great accommodations for horse and rider. Meals were super! Loved Cowboy church. Kevin and his wife are great hosts! Would return again! Beautiful riding!
Comment by: Pam Bowen
Ride Date: 9/1/2013
Great hosts, great food and great time. Wonderful place for you and your horse.
Comment by: Andrea Perrin Fackler
Ride Date: 8/30/2013
Campground is super nice. Owners are very friendly and helpful. Shower house is awesome. My wife and I have attended all three years of Mule Days and have always had a wonderful time. The food is always delicious and my wife loves not having to cook! We look forward to visiting Mammoth Cave Horse Camp every year. The trails are great too!! Best Campground so far for us in Kentucky!!
Comment by: Charles Acrey
Ride Date: 9/6/2012
Great campground. This is a really nice place. Wonderful stalls, nice sites. Terrific restrooms/showers. Some folks complain about the barn being a bit far from the sites, but heck, most of us need a little exercise. I don't see it as a problem at all. Trails are well-marked, but McCoy Hollow has a couple of very difficult spots on it. You do get weary of riding Wet Prong each time to get to other trails, but at least it's an interesting trail. The only camp problem we saw was the gaited riders coming into and out of camp at warp speed.
Comment by: pale dry pete
Ride Date: 4/13/2013
We really enjoyed our first visit to Mammoth Cave Horse camp and are already planning a trip in the spring. Loved the trails, the barns and facilities. We had a great time the night of karaoke and met many nice people. Our daughter and her family stayed in the bunk house and really liked it. We will definitely recommend to our friends.
Comment by: Pete High
Ride Date: 10/25/2012
I saw this campground highlighted on RFD-TV. Two weeks later we trailered down to check it out in the beginning of December. Kevin was very accommodating and you could tell he loved his business. The campground is beautiful with 100 safe built stalls. Campsites were easy access and level. We had the whole campground to ourselves which was great. This is a good time to camp in Kentucky as the temps were 60's and 70's. The only thing we did not care for at the campground is the main country road was close behind the sites. If the campground was busy it would not be as noticeable. The trails were very well maintained. The trails we were on were not challenging. Some were rocky but not for long stretches. Our horses are senior experienced horses and they handled the trials just fine. Our dogs were welcome to go on the trails which is something we always look for in a trip. We would totally recommend Kevin's place. The bathrooms and showers are top knotch. The campground looks like there is a lot of fun in the summer months. We would definitely visit this campground again! And thanks Kevin for advice on the scenic trails. Had a great visit!
Comment by: Sue Krul
Ride Date: 12/2/2012
Great ride Halloween weekend. Thanks to all the staff, cooks, band and all others who added to the fun. Always enjoy a weekend at the Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. Met some special new friends and rode in perfect fall weather, beautiful cave country/scenery and gorgeous fall color! Great folks gather at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. Always special to meet new people and see new faces that join the ranks with the 'Ole (NOT OLD) friends that gather there as well. We took a new rider with us for MCHC's Halloween weekend, the longest she had EVER ridden was almost 2 hours, and had only rode a few times. Put her on our "babysitter"; She had the time of her life, we rode for about 4-4.5 hours, she LOVED the trails, scenery, wildlife (saw a 6 point buck), fall colors and has asked when WE are going back. SO, needless to say, because of her "great experience" at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp she will continue to grow as a equine (future) owner, better rider, nature lover and confident woman! HIGHLY RECOMMEND Mammoth Cave Horse Camp to EVERYONE!!!
Comment by: Selina Goode
Ride Date: 10/27/2012
Went to Mammoth Cave horse camp for the Halloween Ride. Once again the Campground and trails were in great shape. The Halloween activities were really fun. Good Food, and great Halloween party. We always have great time at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp.
Comment by: Gregg
Ride Date: 10/25/2012
I camped for a week at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp with the ApHC's Sheltowee Ride. The facilites were great, and everything was very clean. Kevin and his staff go out of their way to be helpful and friendly. I loved that they have plent of stalls for the horses. I would definately recommend this camp to others, and I will go back again.
Comment by: Shelley Antle
Ride Date: 10/30/2012
Campgrounds and barns are great. Obstacle course could be better. No one around to answer questions most of the time and when we did find someone in the office, they gave us the wrong info about which trail to take. By taking the one that was recommended, it turned out to be the most difficult one!!! Adise anyone to check with other campers about trails, not the people in the office!
Comment by: Jennifer Eardley
Ride Date: 10/25/2012
Excellent campground, nice electric sites, very clean bathhouse/showers, beautiful trails, and owner, Kevin's hospitality can't be beat! Very accommodating host!! Stayed a week there, during the Sheltowee Ride, with the Appaloosa Club, and it was the most awesome horse camping vacation ever! Stalls are great, but the barn is somewhat inconvenient to the sites; however, when we had a rainy day, and didn't ride, we took in the local sites, so it was comforting to know our horses were safe and sound! I would highly recommend Mammoth Cave Horse Camp!!
Comment by: Mary F.
Ride Date: 9/30/2012
This was a very lovely place to ride. They have it all, great trails that are easy, or challenging. I was told this place was hard to ride, but found that not to be true. I'm sure you can find whatever you are looking for here. The accommodations are great, clean, and the staff are very welcoming. This place is easy to get big rigs in and out of too. I stayed in the bunkhouse and really liked it. You can hear the horses all night but I like that. It was a long walk to the showers, but you do have bathroom across the drive at the office available 24/7. The stalls are clean, and large. You might want to take a clip for the chain on the stall doors, just to make sure your Houdini doesn't escape. They also have wash racks for your horse if necessary. They have an obstacle course, round pen, and sand outdoor arena. I will be back to ride here again and I will bring some friends.
Comment by: KelMonOh
Ride Date: 9/28/2012
I had a wonderful time, Kevin and his staff went out of their way to make sure our group enjoyed theirselves. The stalls, sites and trails were great. The food couldn't be beat! Going back next year. Kevin you better practice for game night.
Comment by: Cindy Heffelfinger
Ride Date: 9/20/2012
Love riding and camping at this site. The owner, Kevin, goes out of his way to ensure we have everythng we need.
Comment by: Sue Ellen Stull
Ride Date: 9/7/2012
Comment by: Stacy DeMarsh
Ride Date: 9/11/2012
First time at MCHC, to ride on AQHA ride; at first I was concerned about my horse being far from me. Once I got there and saw the barn / stall; I was very comfortable. The place is immaculate; from the campground, stalls to the bathhouse. The staff was very friendly and Kevin, the owner, made me feel right at home, like I had been camping there before. MCHC has quickly become one of my favorite places to camp. Can't wait to go back!!
Comment by: Hope
Ride Date: 9/21/2012
I have camped with my horse for over 30 years and Mamoth Cave Horse Camp is the very best I have ever stayed at. There were easy and difficult trails. The trail maps were relativly easy to read. The the best part was Kevin and the staff. I can not say enough good things about Mamoth Cave Horse Camp. All I can say is that I will go back as soon as I can!!!!
Comment by: Willie
Ride Date: 9/21/2012
Comment by: Karen Hudson
Ride Date: 8/25/2012
We took my daughters FFA group here for there FFA retreat. We had 10 teenagers and they camped and went canoeing and horseback riding. The owner was just spectacular. He made sure that we had everything that we needed and more. The kids had a very good time , the facilities were very clean, the camp was clean and he meet all our accomadations and was a great host. I would highly recommend this horse camp because they make you feel very welcomed and go way beyond to make sure that you have a enjoyable stay. I am very thankful for everthing they did for us. Will definitley go back.
Comment by: Martha Rogers
Ride Date: 9/14/2012
Was there with friends for Labor Day weekend and it was absolutely wonderful. The food was great, the band both Friday and Saturday nights were excellent, the Trails were great, as always, and the staff were wonderful!!!!!!!!! We have our annual girls' weekend planned the middle of October and am so looking forward to that. This is a great place to ride and has wonderful accomodations. Five Stars for sure!Q
Comment by: Patty Seifert
Ride Date: 8/31/2012
Comment by: connie johnson
Ride Date: 8/31/2012
Excellent campground clean clean did i say clean. Great people glad to see you and helpful. nice playground for your horse plenty of safe stalls,also event weekends are great with food and entertainment. Trails are well maintained and enjoyable riding for all levels of horsemanship.
Comment by: Greg Lynch
Ride Date: 5/28/2012
Comment by: Billy Gore
Ride Date: 5/7/2011
AWESOME JOB KEVIN, you outdid yourself again. From the time we pulled in until we HAD to leave you, your family, staff & facilities were top notch. I have never been disappointed with the FOOD, rides or entertainment. My family & I have been on several rides with facilities & have always found your campgrounds to be clean, well kept & updated. Looking forward to many more soon & in the future.
Comment by: Lori A Mattingly
Ride Date: 9/8/2012
Great campground for people and horses. Host, Kevin, was excellent and always attentive to his campers' needs. Will definite visit this camp again!!! Thanks!!
Comment by: Deb
Ride Date: 9/5/2012
I HAVE BEEN TO ALOT OF PLACES TO RIDE THIS IS BY FAR THE BEST. KEVIN AND HIS STAFF ARE THE GREATEST THE MOST ACCOMADATING YOU WILL FIND. BARNS AND SHOWER STALLS ARE EXCELLANT.GIVE IT A TRY YOU WILL NOT BE DISSAPOINTED.
Comment by: CARL LOGSDON
Ride Date: 9/8/2012
Very nice facility. Enjoyed my weekend there. Nice trails and campground. Owners keep property very clean.
Comment by: joy
Ride Date: 9/8/2012
Have been to MCHC several times. Trail access is very convenient to the camp & well marked. Day riding as well as camping is available. The campground is immaculate. The bath house is clean with large shower stalls. Plenty of hot water is always available. Camping spaces are very easy to park in, with lots of trees for shade. Electric & water are available, with a picnic table & fire pit @ each one. Fire wood is available to purchase for a very reasonable price. Horses may be tethered @ the site or in very roomy stalls @ the barns. The one downfall is the location of the barns from the camping spaces. However; space is available to store tack @ the barns. This is very convenient for those of us who choose to stall our horses. Sawdust is provided when it comes time to clean your stall. The staff always have a smile on their faces & do whatever is needed to make your stay a good one. Kevin, the owner is especially good @ remembering faces & names. You feel like a long time friend. When people ask me about my favorite places to camp, MCHC is the first one I mention. Don't miss out on going there. You won't be disappointed.
Comment by: Mary Bruenderman
Ride Date: 10/8/2011
Excellent place to have a great time. From the time you arrive you are welcomed and have an enjoyable time. Always something fun to do and nice people. Great stalls, arena and obstacles, easy access to trails, and a great atmosphere. Every site has water and electric and free dump station on the hill. Won't find a more accomodating campground family.
Comment by: SarahEHays
Ride Date: 9/1/2012
Wonderful campground. 100 stalls will not find a better staff fron Kevin on up. Kevin will do his best to see that you have a great time while you are there. and he plays a mean banjo also.
Comment by: Denny
Ride Date: 9/1/2012
Comment by: Dana White
Ride Date: 8/15/2012
Everything it says it is...and more...Kevin and his family are so very kind...the place is unbelievably clean and safe..entertainment is spectacular....fun fun fun....food is great..shower houses are amazingly clean at all times....Just love love this place..and u have happy horses there...always trying to please the guest...
Comment by: Pam
Ride Date: 7/4/2011
The ultimate in the camping and trail riding experience.
Comment by: Dale Perry
Ride Date: 5/28/2012
We have rode day rides and overnight stays,and ALWAYS enjoyed it.
Comment by: Mark,Linda,Will
Ride Date: 9/9/2012
Best of everything /owners, staff camp, trails if you havent been there dont listen to anything bad just go and be your own judge
Comment by: doug n janie
Ride Date: 5/25/2012
Great campground with good ammenities.
Comment by: Anonymous
Ride Date: 4/8/2011
Awesome camp sites; wonderful barn stalls w/full walls & entry gates made so horses can NOT reach each other thus no bites/injuries; super friendly, helpful staff readily available; owner provides cell # for 24/7 access in case you need them for ANY reason; restaurant w/home cooking close if you do not want to cook in-camp; store close for sandwiches/snacks/local gift items/hunting items/etc.; caves nearby for other entertainment if want to get out of camp. LOVE THIS PLACE! Will go back soon.
Comment by: Selina Goode
Ride Date: 6/1/2012
Comment by: Karen Moore
Ride Date: 4/15/2012
Very nice faciliy. Barn/stalls are awesome, campsites are well laid out with lots of room. Bathhouse very clean, with lots of hot water. Manangment is very nice and helpful, making our experience great. Trails are well kept and great for kids or beginner riders.
Comment by: Susan Dotson
Ride Date: 4/15/2012
The camp sites were roomy and shady,extremlly nice showers,stalls were in good shape and nice wash rack for the horses.
Comment by: Joe Hess
Ride Date: 5/2/2012
Clean, easy access to trails and staff very friendly and helpful.
Comment by: Dale Frazier
Ride Date: 7/8/2011
Mammouth Cave horse camp is one of our favorite places to camp and ride. The facility is very friendly, and the establishment is one of the most organized campgrounds we have been to. Kevin makes great efforts to meet and greet all guest and make sure all of us are having a good time.
Comment by: Michelle Heath
Ride Date: 8/31/2012
At Mammoth Cave Horse Park, Kevin and Janet Davis (and their staff) really showed us that our complete satisfaction was most important to them; they want you to have a great time and it's evident. Their operation is well run - the campground and facilities immaculate. Horse stable was very clean and well maintained - horses were very safe. Super place to stay, beautiful trails and scenery, really nice people - a campground not to miss!
Comment by: Janet Meredith
Ride Date: 5/5/2012
Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is my favorite place to stay. Kevin and crew at the camp make you feel welcome. The facility is always neat and clean. The trails are beautiful it doesn't matter the season.
Comment by: Kristan
Ride Date: 4/10/2012
This is a really clean campground. Kevin does everything to make sure your visit is perfect. We spent a week here and it was wonderful.
Comment by: Becky
Ride Date: 3/26/2012
We love going to MCHC. Good camping spots, clean stalls & accomodating staff. Kevin will do all he can to make your stay enjoyable.
Comment by: Vicki
Ride Date: 9/8/2012
I've camped at MCHC twice this year, and both trips have been excellent. The campground is easy to access, the stalls clean, with tack racks provided at the barn. Many of the trails are long, but beautiful, and offer a variety of terrain from easy to challenging. And the staff is great, attesting to another posters comment that Kevin, the camp owner, will remember your name... that's a sure bet! We brought a big group with us on Labor Day and Kevin made accommodations to provide a birthday cake for one member of our group. The 3 day events are wonderful. The music was great, the atmosphere relaxed and the facilty top notch. And as Arnold says...."I'll be back!"
Comment by: Vanessa Downey
Ride Date: 9/1/2012
This is the campground that we go to the most. Easy in and out. Great trails. Top notch facility. Caring staff.
Comment by: Wally Thompson
Ride Date: 5/12/2012
We LOVE Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. The facilities are by far my favorite in Kentucky and the trails are great. The stalls are nice sized, the bathrooms are clean with plenty of facilities. The camp sites are large and the fire grates are fantastic. The only thing I don't love is the distance from the campsites to the barn - but honestly it is managable and hasn't created any problems.
Comment by: Essie Rogers
Ride Date: 7/26/2012
spent our family spring break at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. Absolutely great respect from the owners and employees. Good facilities, great trails, shade trees are needed and growing (not because owner hasn't tried, wx does not always provide the water) We will definitely be back each year for at least one longggg stay, more if we can.
Comment by: G. & D. West
Ride Date: 3/11/2012
I have stayed at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp several times beginning shortly after they opened. I have always enjoyed my stay there. The campground keeps getting better. It is very well maintained. The stalls are roomy and clean upon arrival with access to water at the barn. The bathhouse has always been clean. The entrance to the camp is very easy to get into no matter how large your rig and is right off a paved road. One of the best things about this camp is its trail access. The trailhead is just out the back of the camp. The trails are varied in length and difficulty. I always enjoy seeing Kevin there. Kevin and his staff are friendly and helpful. Don't be surprised if Kevin remembers your name not only during your visit but also on your second visit. He makes an effort to get to know the campers and is also very helpful with trail advise.
Comment by: Dolley Rennie
Ride Date: 1/20/2012
Horse Stalls are great and the camp sites are some of the best I've seen. If you have a larger rig (over 24' box), call Kevin and he'll let you know the best ones.
Comment by: Staley
Ride Date: 5/10/2012
This is by far the nicest campground that I have ever been to. The staff is super friendly and so willing to help you. On the organized rides, the food is terrific and the bands are great. Any other weekend you'll be entertained by some great campfire pickin. Kevin plays a bango and usually has several great musicians join him. Everyone is always made to feel welcome to join right in. The sites are great and the stalls are very nice and safe. Mammoth cave offers alot of variety for everyone in the way of trails. Like long rides - then you will love it. There is one short loop that is beautiful. The terrain has something for everyone. There's interesting things to do other than ride in the area too and the staff will help you find them.
Comment by: Nancy Ragland
Ride Date: 9/3/2012
Great campgroud, clean & friendly, very accomodating. Been there 3 times and intend to return. Love the trails and the trailhead is so close, very convenient.
Comment by: Stan & Janie Estes
Ride Date: 7/23/2011
Mammouth Cave is an excellant place to trail ride and camp. The attention given to the campers needs by Kevin & Janet go above and beyond what could be expected of anyone. The food and entertainment given by the staff is excellant. I am proud to say Mammouth Cave has become an extension of my family over the last 2 years.
Comment by: JD Ledcke
Ride Date: 9/11/2012
The best campground i have been to, exra friendly staff good bugy trails
Comment by: Will Hensing
Ride Date: 6/15/2012
Comment by: J Tindall
Ride Date: 5/12/2012
Comment by: Becky Nichols
Ride Date: 10/14/2011
It was very hot upper 90's to 100's. Wish we could have rode more but due to the heat we didn't want to stress the mules. The campsite is the best we have been to. But the friendliness of the people is what sold us. We certainly would consider coming back. Maybe in the fall or late spring.
Comment by: Rex & Gloria Meyer
Ride Date: 7/19/2011
Love this horsecamp and the staff. Ride there several times a year and it just keeps getting better. Can't wait for my next visit
Comment by: Denise Moore
Ride Date: 5/25/2012
We loved this place !
Comment by: Rhonda
Ride Date: 5/29/2012
Wonderful experience! Clean safe stalls for my horses. The campsite was roomy we didn't feel like we were on top of other campers. Bathrooms were always clean. Best part was the trails, great for those of us experienced in my group but not too challenging to scare off our beginner riders.
Comment by: Krissy Sperry
Ride Date: 5/5/2012
Good trails and the owner are the best ! If you need anything just ask .
Comment by: durward raymer
Ride Date: 4/12/2012
Comment by: Serenity
Ride Date: 5/30/2012
awesome campground awesome facilities awesome trails awesome people to be around!
Comment by: Marie Garey
Ride Date: 6/14/2012
This was the 4th year that Kevin and MCHC have hosted our Women On The Edge ride and as always we were not disappointed!!! MCHC is one of the nicest campgrounds we have ever stayed at and the trails are equaly breathtaking. Just the natural beauty of Mammoth Cave National Forest alone is a trail riders dream come true but combined with the "y'all c'mon in!" atmosphere of the campground it's definatly a 5 star experience! I have camped there since the first year they opened and every time we come they're making improvments, this year was another new barn and 4 brand new bunk houses! After we pulled out this year one of our members horse had an accident and hung himself up in the front of her trailer...we couldn't get him down! We called Kevin and he and some of the guys at the campground were there in moments and rescued the horse and us!!! now that's service!!!...heck that's what neighbors do!!! If you've never been you'll love it!
Comment by: Cheryl Boren
Ride Date: 6/16/2012
Great place to go...Kevin and his family are very nice people and they make you feel like they hav known you all their life...trails were beautiful and food & band was great. Barns are nice and they work very hard to make sure you have what you need.....Thanks to them for such a great Labor Day Wknd.
Comment by: Retta
Ride Date: 8/31/2012
Had a great time. The facility is very nice and the trails are beautiful. It is beautiful Kentucky...
Comment by: Duain Palmer
Ride Date: 9/10/2010
We always have a great time, starting with the friendly staff. Even though we only make it there once a year, they treat us as if we're 'the regulars'. They provide a place to have a good time but it's never rowdy or unruly. The facilities are as nice as their opening weekend (we were there). The operators even helped us with hauling our horses to the trailhead.
Comment by: Sara Ice
Ride Date: 5/7/2012
Comment by: Tim C.
Ride Date: 5/12/2012
I love the campground other than the fact that you have to stable your horse unless no stalls are available and they still charge you to picket. I think you should have the option to picket and then maybe a minimal fee. I also don't like that the barns are too far from the sites-makes it too easy for someone to steal your horse. The Davis' are great and really make you feel welcome! Love the single shower rooms too!!
Comment by: Jane Weedman
Ride Date: 6/10/2011
One of the best locations for riding in Kentucky. The campground is excellent and the management does excellent job in making your stay at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp rewarding. Excellent barns and campsites.
Comment by: J Goatley
Ride Date: 5/29/2012
The trails and areas surrounding are awesome!! The campground is gorgeous with amazing and spacious sites! We are from Michigan and loved it here!!
Comment by: Amber
Ride Date: 8/5/2012
We had great ride on Friday and even though Sat was a rain out We had a wonderful time. The Davis make you feel welcome and treat you as family. Great people and wonderful campground.
Comment by: Sauter
Ride Date: 5/3/2012
Great Trails and Company
Comment by: Joe Shircliff
Ride Date: 3/17/2012
Had a great time at this camp- nice people, great ACTHA ride, awesome food, nice stalls, wonderful campsites :)
Comment by: Shannon Hayden
Ride Date: 8/13/2011
Comment by: Donald Chowning
Ride Date: 5/15/2012
Mammoth Cave Horse camp is great. We went for Kentucky Derby weekend. Campground and stalls are always clean and 1st class. Kevin had the Kentucky Derby on large screen TV. They had a band playing Saturday night. We always have a great time we we go to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. If you haven't been there you need to put it on your list of places to go.
Comment by: Gregg
Ride Date: 5/5/2012
Love this camp ground have been there a number of times since they have been open. Staff and owner are friendly and helpful.
Comment by: Jay
Ride Date: 6/15/2012
Comment by: Anthony Dursi
Ride Date: 5/25/2012
Very nice campgrounds well maintained ,the horse stalls are very nice and the trails were awesome. This is a place i would come back and ride again!
Comment by: Phil and Connie
Ride Date: 6/5/2012
We went memorial day weekend and had a blast! Great place to camp, food was great and the trails are awesome!
Comment by: Jeff & Kim
Ride Date: 5/26/2012
This was my first time at Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. I had an amazing time!! The campground is beautiful, the barns are clean, the stalls are roomie, and the food was great!! The trails are very nice too! Kevin and crew were extreamly nice and helpful! I can't wait to go back!
Comment by: Janie
Ride Date: 5/25/2012
excellent as always, fantastic hosts and awesome halloween celebration. We had 12 rigs come and they were able to fit us all together comfortably and provide a great time for all. The costume contest was terrific!
Comment by: Sarah Hays
Ride Date: 10/28/2011
We had a great weekend at Mammoth Cave Horse camp. Horse camp is always clean and 1st class. Entertainment and food was very good. Trails are in great shape. The National Park service continues to make trail improvements. Kevin and his staff are always friendly and helpful.
Comment by: Gregg
Ride Date: 10/29/2011
Campground is one of the best; covered stalls, large campsites w/elec. & water at *each* site! Campground staff very pleasant and helpful. Trails are a mix of easy, moderate and challenging. Will definitely be back!!
Comment by: Joanne Cole
Ride Date: 10/21/2011
We were at camp for a horseback wedding. We all got to ride the trails over the course of the weekend and Saturday evening witnessed a perfect wedding on horseback. The reception was in the pavillion and it was just an awesome place that really set the mood. The hosts were al involved and helpful and the decorations were just what a cowboy / cowgirl would want. Highly recommended, hope to have my wedding here someday! tiful a
Comment by: SarahHays
Ride Date: 10/8/2011
great time very nice owners and styaff dont want to go anywhere else
Comment by: dhigdon
Ride Date: 9/3/2011
Best campground i have been to, good trails , great people
Comment by: jhigdon
Ride Date: 9/2/2011
Great trails! Took my five year old daughter for her first trail ride and we couldnt ask for a better experience!
Comment by: Bridget
Ride Date: 9/16/2011
Awesome campground, Better Hosts. Leaves nothing to be desired. Make sure yo uand your horse are fit, the trails are easy but not for unfit riders or horses.
Comment by: SHays
Ride Date: 9/5/2011
ACTHA RIDE. Was excellent course, some mud as expected, but no impassible trails. Fun ACTHA ride over a real trail.
Comment by: Sarah Hays
Ride Date: 6/25/2011
As I was out trying to enjoy my ride all I heard was people complaining about trees being down, water was in the creeks. Also having to cross a ferry that is a National tourist attraction that people travel miles and miles just to go across the ferry! People complaining when it's 90 plus degress in the middle of the summer time!!
Comment by: Smith
Ride Date: 8/13/2011
Well, I've just read all the reviews and have laughed until my sides hurt! Here are HORSE people that expect the Hilton ! are you kidding me? Heaven forbid we should be grateful for people so kind and caring as Kevin! The man bends over backwards to help any way he can! and Heaven forbid that he can not control the weather!How dare he allow a tree to be down across the trail & inconvenience you when he is busting his butt to keep the campsite running to full capabilities for YOUR convenience ! Good grief people ! God has given us beautiful land to ride and enjoy !Are we that so self absorbed to not be thankful for the ones who make trailring more enjoyable for us. If you've never had a bad day or a work day go haywire, then God bless you ! If you have ,then you should be a lil more understanding if thins aren't to YOUR expectations! But I can tell you, that there are hundreds of us that love Kevin & all the trails God's provided ! Great job you all ! If we forget to tell you ~ shame on us !!
Comment by: P.J. Jackson
Ride Date: 7/1/2011
The campground is nice overall, but the staff continued to move our horses from stall to stall. They were never in the same place when we went down to te barn. They were staining stalls and got stain all over our water buckets. Overall the staff was very strange. There are no good places to eat unless you travel to Bowling Green KY or to Cave City KY. People in the area overall are not friendly. If traveling in the immediate area, you use ferrys to cross the water. The riding is extremely rough and there is little to see, but woods. We normally go to Big South Fork and camp, so we are used to the riding varying in difficulty and being rough in some spots. There is no comparison. This riding is extremely rough and dangerous in some spots. I would not recommend visiting the area with horses. It is well worth going to visit the Mammoth Cave and taking the tour. That was the only worthwhile part of the trip. We cut our trip short due to bad experience.
Comment by: Dawn Dill
Ride Date: 7/10/2011
We had a great time riding these trails and camping. Everywhere you went was exceptionally clean and the staff were absolutely wonderful and very welcoming. The trails were muddy from the recent weather but the trails were still a beautiful ride.
Comment by: Maeghan
Ride Date: 5/30/2011
Great place to go and ride trails were muddy because of the weather and there wasnt a lot of shade because of tree damage but new trees are planted and will be awesome in a few years Kevin and crew were great and bent over backwards for my family, friends and I we will be back again
Comment by: C Kirkham
Ride Date: 5/30/2011
Really nice hosts, great facilities, nice sites, adequate electricity and water pressure. Easy access, good roads to get here and nice bathrooms with several showers. Great pavillion, good bands and good food for special events. GREAT trails, some very beautiful scenery. Everyone can ride these trails with ease, but some beginners who have combined anxiety of heights or rocks may want to ask for suggestions for which trails to take. Some of the best trails in this part of the country. Have been compared to the riding in Wyoming by some friends that go every year. Would be glad to provide suggestions or go along and guide you if I can get away, just let me know. ENJOY!!! You might get treated to
Comment by: Sarah Hays
Ride Date: 4/15/2011
The campground was clean & nice - owner was very accomodating. BUT...we were not impressed with the trails at all. While there were some very nice trail areas, you had to ride through some very rough spots to get there. Trails were well marked, but I would not recommend them to beginners. I am an advanced beginner and my horse is a seasoned trail horse. My friends and their horses are experienced trail riders. We hit some very rough and potentially dangerous spots on the trails that were in desperate need of maintenance. Fallen trees, rocks, and very deep muddy/rocky spots really took away from the enjoyment of the ride and made us all nervous for the safety of our horses. Although it may be contributed to a rough winter, there were no warnings of potential difficulties on the trails. Even though this park is close to us, we won't be coming back...no comparison to Land Between the Lakes.
Comment by: L Williams
Ride Date: 4/8/2011
This place was awesome! We had the best time! The riding was great and the campground was great! Kevin was just so helpful and it's only 2 hours from the house. I will be back! Didn't like the yellow jackets, but that's part of it, right? The 7 hour loop...it was awesome...I loved every minute of it..Everyone should go at least once..I spent my 10 year anniversary there...I think we should make it an every year thing..! Can't wait to go back.
Comment by: Anonymous
Ride Date: 9/17/2010
If I could give the camp more than 5 stars, I would! Great place, great owner(Kevin), great horse accomodations. Roomy, level sites. Large & clean restrooms and showers. Safe, 10 x 12 stalls in an excellent barn. If I had to change one thing about the place, I'd move the barn closer to the sites, but I can see why the barn is located where it is. Trails are well-marked; if you get lost here, it's because you TRIED to get lost. There are no excuses. Few bees on the trails, common for this time of year everywhere. Quite a bit of rocky sections on the trails. One short section of McCoy Hollow is VERY challenging. The only reason I gave the trails four stars is because you must ride the same two trails out from camp, and there are no short loops. But the trails are maintained and fun. Don't miss this place, and if you go, ride to the little restaurant down the road for lunch..great home cooking! (You don't have to ride the road to get there; you go via trails).
Comment by: Cherri
Ride Date: 9/17/2010
Spent the hottest week of the summer here but I can not complain as the trails and facilities were outstanding. Cannot say enough about the cleanliness of the bathhouse, the friendliness of Kevin and staff, limitlessness of the trails, the spaciousness of the stalls, and the preciousness of the memories we formed here. Thank you all for such a good experience.
Comment by: C. Hardwick
Ride Date: 8/2/2010
Had a blast! Great campground, great trails. Kevin and his staff could not have been more friendly and accommodating!
Comment by: Ricky F
Ride Date: 8/7/2010
Enjoyed the campground very much, friendly staff and clean, well kept facility. We loved the trails, well marked and easy to read map; very important as this was our first time riding at Mammoth Cave. Can't wait to go back there.
Comment by: Angie
Ride Date: 8/7/2010
Me and my husband camped here 4th of July weekend. The campground is beautiful and clean. The best bathhouse I have ever been in. The stalls are nice and spacious. The meals and entertainment were great. Everyone was so friendly and nice. The trails were nice and shaded. We would have to put this campground in our top five and will definitely be back.
Comment by: Jamie
Ride Date: 7/4/2010
We loved the mule days weekend. Very nice campground and horse stalls. Clean restrooms and showers. The trails are some of the best we have ever ridden. Highly recommend this campground.
Comment by: Sherri
Ride Date: 7/24/2010
We stayed at this campground for 5 nights in July and I have to say it is one of the nicest campgrounds that we have ever visited. The horse barn has very large stalls and is kept very clean. The restrooms and showers are hands down the nicest and CLEANEST of any campground we have stayed at. The trails are very well marked and very scenic. We have traveled and stayed at horsecamps all over the eastern US for the last 15 years and there is no other place that I would rather return to. Put this one down as a place that you must visit!
Comment by: Keith H.
Ride Date: 7/10/2010
We traveled for six weeks covering sixteen states staying in horsecamp and riding trails in national and state forests. This was the BIGGEST disappointment of the entire trip. They didn't begin to live up to their advertising. The place looks like a bombed out forest...dead trees everywhere including two tall ones on our campsite. The sites are level but VERY close to one another. The restrooms were never cleaned during our five day stay. The horses were stalled a quarter mile away...no secure place for tack so it had to be hauled back and forth to the barn...no overnight security...we kept locks on our horse stalls. The trails were okay...but not good...maps were of little use. This was not a place to which we would ever return and do not recommend it.
Comment by: Gene
Ride Date: 7/5/2010
When we got to Mammoth Cave everything was locked up when we got their, but they had our campsite number and stall number posted on the door...good deal. Made camp and wanted to go riding but realized we had NO idea on where the trail head was and went back to the office and they didn't have any trail-maps posted anywhere, OK went back piddled around ate supper and waited, directly somebody showed up and gave us a trail-map and opened the restrooms up..THANK GOD....... we finally got to saddle up and ride after a 5 hr wait. The campground is new and clean and somewhat shaded depending where they stick ya, we were stuck as far from the horses that you could get around 1/4 mi. so be prepared for that. After riding and the next day we discovered that we had an equine EMERGENCY.. a horses legs swelled up. I had already paid for the full stay but I had to pull up and leave early to try to get back and see a vet, and after waiting a few hours for someone to finally show up I was informed that they don't give $$$$$ back they just CREDIT your account for when ya come back. The trails what little we got ride were not that impressive to me, surely not worth the 4 hour pull to get there. I finally settled on a bunch of t-shirts and hats to try to zero out my account balance because I don't plan on returning. The campgrounds are really nice but just be prepared to be seperated from your horses for awhile, they offer a place for you to put you tack for the next day but anybody that wanted to drive up during the nite could remove you of your tack or horses because NOBODY was there after dark. ----- many a good ride been missed waiting on the rain
Comment by: gene
Ride Date: 7/29/2010
Howdy Kevin, We had a GREAT time July 4th weekend ;) You guys really put together a funfilled Holiday. Hospitality was off the charts. Tell Paula we will see her Labor Day weekend! WooHoo!
Comment by: Holly
Ride Date: 7/4/2010
Very nice campground and the people there are great. We rode the Memorial Day weekend and the food was very good. The stalls are very nice. The good thing about the trails was most of them are in the woods so it keeps the heat to a mimimum. The campground is nice and the bathrooms and showers are clean and very nice. We had a great time and will go back.
Comment by: Cheryl
Ride Date: 5/29/2010
Great camp ground! Good trails, Met some great folks! We will be back!
Comment by: David
Ride Date: 5/28/2010
I just wanted to comment on the review from "Sassy". Sassy did not stay at our campground this past weekend and when she showed up Sunday night to attend our live entertainment event she was told that we are not open to the public that our events are for our campers only. She got mad and placed her post on this site as a result. Hopefully everyone can see from the rest of the reviews of our campground that we run a clean and friendly campground. I feel that if I open our events to the public it could diminish the enjoyment of our campers which is my first priority. I hope everyone can understand and appreciate the need for this policy.
Comment by: Kevin Davis
Ride Date: 5/28/2010
Will never camp there again!
Comment by: Sassy
Ride Date: 5/29/2010
The Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is a beautiful and well-run facility! The office and pavilion area looked clean and well cared-for. Riding clubs/groups could probably make good use of the pavilion area - the building also had two restrooms so you wouldn't have to walk all the way back to your trailer or the main bathroom/shower house. The barn is maintained well, with good lighting and easy access to water and the wheelbarrows. All stalls had a hay rack and two hooks for feed/water buckets, with sturdy gates and hooks outside for your horse's halter. The manure pit is also easy to get to, and emptied frequently. Depending on where your campsite is located, you may need to drive over to the barn to feed/check on your horses or tack up (especially if you choose to keep your tack at your trailer). There are saddle racks provided at the barn, and many people also stored their hay in the center and end overhanging areas. Most of the people (myself included) kept their saddles at the campsites overnight. Campsites were well-graveled, with water and electric, a picnic table and fire ring. The section closest to the pavilion/office was sort of situated on a hill, which could be a problem if there is a lot of rain and your site happens to be located near the bottom of the hill. The large loop, which is a little closer to the bathrooms/showers, seemed to have nicer sites with better shade and seemed a bit more private. A few of those sites were pull-through. The showers were clean and well-kept, with plenty of warm water and the bathrooms were also in good shape. As for the trails, they were well-maintained and marked, easy to access and easy to follow. Some were more typical narrow dirt trails, others (like Collie Ridge) were wide with gravel footing. There were plenty of places along the way to stop and tie-up the horses for a break. Plenty of creek crossings to water the horses, but we were there during a rainy week so I'm not sure how quickly those creeks would dry up. It was a nice place to ride, and very pretty, but no really breathtaking views or scenery. Still, I would definitely consider another visit to this horse camp!
Comment by: Audrey
Ride Date: 5/16/2010
Just returned from a trip to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. We traveled to the camp from Eastern MD. It was worth the incredibly long truck ride! We couldn't have felt more welcomed and the amenities are outstanding. The riding was fabulous with extremely well marked and groomed trails. It was rocky and muddy in some spots, and there were some trees down due to the flooding and bad weather this area has seen. But there are ways to get through the rough spots. It just depends on what the rider is used. Hats off to Kevin (owner) and Linda who is a wonderful ambassador for this facility!
Comment by: Beth Molnar
Ride Date: 5/10/2010
Just returned from a trip to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp. We traveled to the camp from Eastern MD. It was worth the incredibly long truck ride! We couldn't have felt more welcomed and the amenities are outstanding. The riding was fabulous with extremely well marked and groomed trails. It was rocky and muddy in some spots, and there were some trees down due to the flooding and bad weather this area has seen. But there are ways to get through the rough spots. It just depends on what the rider is used. Hats off to Kevin (owner) and Linda who is a wonderful ambassador for this facility!
Comment by: Beth Molnar
Ride Date: 5/10/2010
this is the 2nd year we have been going to this campground / ALWAYS CLEAN/VERY FRIENDLY/ GREAT TRAILS/ GREAT STALLS/ WE COULD NOT GO TO A BETTER OR FRIENDLIER PLACE FOR HORSE OR RIDER ALWAYS WILLING TO GO THAT X-TRA MILE FOR YA
Comment by: doug
Ride Date: 4/2/2010
Stayed at Mammoth Cave horse camp this weekend for the first time this year. Kevin as always had everything in great shape at the camp. Nice clean stalls, campsite as expected. Nice restaurant under new ownership close to the camp with very, very good blackened Catfish and out of this world deserts. Trails were in great shape. We will be back again. We love this place. Come Check it out!
Comment by: Gregg
Ride Date: 4/10/2010
we went here for the first time over the good friday holiday weekend and will be eback ! the trails were awsome and the camping was great too.Kevin davis was very accomadating and directed us to the trails and what to do and see.i will highly recommend this place in the future.
Comment by: John Oliver
Ride Date: 4/3/2010
just returned from a weekend at mammoth cave horsecamp. its a really nice new campground.large nice bedded stalls,large covered pavilion connected to office@ entrance of campground,level graveled sites with good amount of space around sites,very nice clean bath houses.trails were great. several streams for horses to drink during summer riding.trails range from narrower one horse wide type to open gravel roads.narrow trails have rocks but nothing dangerous at all.we rode scenic 7 hr loop trail first day and 4 hr loop trail second day.we will be returning to this campground for sure. owners were extremely nice and willing to help in anyway they could.the trail maps are precise and easy to follow as the trail markings.over all great campground
Comment by: audra b
Ride Date: 4/2/2010
Trails narrow and rocky. We have reservations for a group for several weeks in advance, upon arrival we were told there was a mix up and we would have to seperate and take what was left many sites were open however they were not available to us even though we were there first. No apology was made - very bad business!!!
Comment by: Anonymous
Ride Date: 10/7/2009
This was our first visit to Mammoth Cave Horse Camp for the KQHA ride. We were greated by Kevin Davis, who was very friendly and accomodating. After checking in, we were directed to our stalls that were already bedded. We were provided campground maps and trail maps. The campsite was a gravel pad with electric, water, table and fire ring/grill. Our stay was very pleasant, facilities were very good, clean and neat. Trails are a short ride across the road to the trail head. Rode over 60 miles in 3 days on 3 different trails in Mammoth Cave National Park and could have ridden more if time permitted.
Comment by: Mike
Ride Date: 9/26/2009
This weekend was our second trip to Mammoth Cave Horse camp. This place is wonderful. Kevin makes your stay very enjoyable and will go out of his way to help you any way that he can. The camp ground, stalls, bath house are first class. The food and entertainment is great. You need to put this camp on your must ride list.
Comment by: Gregg
Ride Date: 9/5/2004
I visited this Horse camp this past weekend. I have been riding Mammoth Cave all of my life and live only a short distance away. I have been traveling to TN. IL. Ga. and other states over the years to find decent horse camps and riding. The Camp was one of the very best that I have seen anywhere. Everything was GREAT. The trails were very beautiful as always. This Horse camp is a winner. It is a must see and visit. The owners are very nice and accomodating.
Comment by: Johnny Bell
Ride Date: 6/27/2009
Mammoth Cave Horse Camp is super nice. New and clean. Shaded campsite with electric and water at every site. Nice horse barn, our horses loved it.Direct access to Mammoth Cave trails. Kevin and Michael will sure make you feel welcome. Just need a round pen with Florida sand.Will visit again.
Comment by: Hester
Ride Date: 1/1/2004
Stayed there over the Memorial Weekend. The campground is brand new and everything is first rate. Very nice stall barn and showers. they have a large pavilion where they serve wonderful food. They had live bands two nights and the bands were very good. There is a store onsite with most anything you might need. The owner is very friendly and accomodating, can't wait to return.
Comment by: Jason P
Ride Date: 5/24/2009