At Hay Creek, it’s all about the little things.

Whether you’ve been coming to Hay Creek for years or are going for the first time, you’re in for the equestrian adventure of your life. It starts when you arrive and we get you set up and sweep out your trailer. From there, hundreds of miles of trails await you and your horse. After your ride, relax in your cozy cabin, sit by the fire, or upload all your new pics with our free wifi.

  • Meet the Ranchers

    Willie, Ami, Randy, and Lori are the faces you’ll see around Hay Creek Ranch. Find out more about their love for horses and how they are going to make your stay at Hay Creek your best one yet.

  • Cabins & Campsites

    Learn more about our cozy cabins, RV, and tent sites and book your stay for our season running from Memorial Day through the end of September.

  • Your Horse, Our Trails.

    Bring your horse, trek along hundreds of miles of trails and across numerous creeks, and bond with your horse like never before. Download the trail map app and giddy up!

 

“This has been one of the most extraordinary weeks of my life. Thank you.”

— Steve from Minnesota

 

“Wonderful accommodations, great hospitality and beautiful rides! Thanks for the great vacation!”

— Greg & Peggy from Minnesota

“Great place! Everything about Hay Creek is good, especially the horse corrals! Thanks for a great trip.”

— Gary & Carol from Wisconsin

 

“Love the country here, go anywhere, ride to please yourself and your horse. Thank you so much, great place, love it!”

— Mike & Marilyn from Illinois

 

What’s it like on the trails?

Special thanks to Brad from Lucky Day Farms for this exciting review video of Hay Creek Ranch! Follow Brad on Facebook @cannonriver.luckyday

Share Your #HayCreekSD Experience

 

We want to see your trail pics and videos! You can share them with us by tagging @HayCreekRanchSD on Facebook or Instagram, or by adding the hashtag #HayCreekSD to your posts.

Help others find out if Hay Creek Ranch is the horse camp they’ve been looking for- write a Google review here.

Amenities

  • Warm welcome with parking & rig leveling assistance (if needed), trailer sweep out & fresh hay for your horses.

  • Horse pens for 1-3 horses, with covered and shaded options

  • Hundreds of miles of trails

  • Hay & horse treats

  • Horse trailer rental available

  • AM coffee in the office. While you’re there- grab a few complimentary horse treats for your trail partner!

  • Gift Shop with merchandise, snacks, drinks, ice cream, and ice

  • Laundry facility available

  • Private showers and bathrooms

  • Free wifi

  • Water & electric hook ups

  • Dump station access

  • Picnic tables

  • Fire rings & firewood

  • Small grills provided for cabins & campsites

  • Honor system for an easy, one-time check-out

  • Cabin kitchenettes have mini-fridge, microwave, stove top, coffee maker, cookware, dishware, and utensils

  • Pavilion area with grills and picnic tables

  • All credit cards accepted with no credit card fees

  • Need something? Let us know and we will get it for you.

Please Remember:

Hay Creek Ranch is a BYOH (bring your own horse) campground- NOT A DUDE RANCH. And please, no ATVs or side-by-sides. If you have any questions just reach out to ami@haycreekranchsd.com. Let’s ride!

Check-In:

Check-in is from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. There is a $50 fee for check-ins after 6pm. IMPORTANT: You must arrive for check-in by 8 p.m. on the day of your arrival. The road into camp is only wide enough for one rig and it is unsafe to park and unload after dark.