Dana Peak
9 mi southeast · US Army Corps of Engineers
Dana Peak Campground is located on a peninsula on the shoreline of Stillhouse Hollow Lake in central Texas.
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Horseback riding near Killeen
Trails and recreation areas near Killeen open to horseback riding, including horse camps.
8places to ride horses
9 mito the closest
1within 30 miles
October–Maybest months
Good to know: Check trailer parking and stock water at the trailhead, and whether certified weed-free hay is required.
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Willis Creek
34 mi southeast · US Army Corps of Engineers
Willis Creek is the ideal place for campers looking for a variety of accommodations. A group campground and five equestrian sites are available, in addition to a row of standard camping sites.
Granger Lake
37 mi southeast · US Army Corps of Engineers
Open to the public March 1981, know as one of the top five crappie/white bass fishing spots in Central Texas.
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Dana Peak
Dana Peak Campground is located on a peninsula on the shoreline of Stillhouse Hollow Lake in central Texas.
- Biking
- Camping
- Fishing
- Horseback riding
- Swimming
30 to 75 miles (3)
Willis Creek
Willis Creek is the ideal place for campers looking for a variety of accommodations. A group campground and five equestrian sites are available, in addition to a row of standard camping sites.
- Camping
- Fishing
- Horseback riding
- Swimming
- Water sports
Granger Lake
Open to the public March 1981, know as one of the top five crappie/white bass fishing spots in Central Texas.
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Horseback riding
- Picnicking
- Water sports
- Wildlife viewing
Whitney Lake
There are 10 Corps of Engineers parks, one state park, and three additional parks managed by Hill County or private individuals. Equestrian riders have a great place to explore rolling hills and woods in the McCown Valley Equestrian Area.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
- Picnicking
75 miles and farther (4)
Somerville Lake
Nearby points of interest include Bluebonnet Trails, Independence Day Trek and Salt Grass Trek.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
- Picnicking
Canyon Lake
In the early part of the 19th century, the lower Guadalupe River Basin, below the current location of Canyon Lake, had been especially subject to serious flooding. Congress authorized in the 1940's the construction of Canyon Lake Dam.
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
- Nature education
- Picnicking
Joe Pool Lake
Joe Pool Lake is a 7,400-acre impoundment located in the southern portion of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- History
- Horseback riding
- Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
Grapevine Lake
Centrally located in the heart of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex just minutes from DFW Airport, Grapevine Lake offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
- Nature education
Distances are straight-line miles from downtown Killeen. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.
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Questions
Where is the closest place for horseback riding near Killeen?
Dana Peak (US Army Corps of Engineers), about 9 miles southeast of Killeen as the crow flies. Next are Willis Creek (34 mi) and Granger Lake (37 mi).
When is the best time for horseback riding near Killeen?
Based on Killeen’s average highs, October–May. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.
Who manages these places?
Federal agencies including US Army Corps of Engineers. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.