Horseback riding and more things to do
The Stables of Cedar Island Ranch offer beach trail rides for one hour to 90 minutes all year round, Tuesdays through Sundays. The rides typically take place during the coolest part of the day for the comfort of both the riders and the horses. If you’re an avid equestrian, you can bring your horse from home and use the short-term boarding facilities.
Aside from the amazing horseback riding adventures, the campground offers other family-friendly amenities for a well-rounded stay. If you’re not quite finished exploring the sea, rent a canoe or kayak and paddle around Cedar Island. Back at the campground, families can strike up a game of volleyball, swing around on the playground, or play lawn games like horseshoes and cornhole. For something more laid back, you can cast a net for some crabs or grab your rod and fish for speckled trout, red drum, or mullet for a seafood dinner. End the night with treats from the camp store and a gathering around the campfire, just as camping should be.
Accommodation options and rates
Whatever you’re in the mood for, the Stables of Cedar Island Ranch has plenty of accommodation options. The most affordable ones are the primitive tent sites. On the beach, the sites include a fire ring, picnic table, showers, and free WiFi for $17 to $19 per night, depending on your trip length. Don’t be surprised if a wild horse or curious cow comes around to say hello. If you’d prefer a wooded tent area, it’ll cost $14 to $16 per night, though prices are subject to change.
RV dwellers can pick several picturesque lots, from back-in spaces with the basics ($31 per night) to full hookups with waterfront views ($51 per night). The sites include 30-amp and 50-amp service, picnic tables, and fire rings. Long-term travelers can take advantage of the monthly rates.
After a long day of outdoor activities, some folks might prefer the comforts of home. In that case, on-site motel rooms have a TV, microwave, mini-fridge, coffee pot, and WiFi for $80 per night. If you plan on cooking, the condo suites come with a refrigerator, stove, oven, dishes, cookware, blender, and coffee maker for $112 per night. This is one East Coast beach you don’t want to miss.
