Dakan Arena Agricultural and Equestrian Facility Covered Arena and Stall Barns
Equine Events Venue in Beverly, WV
Camp Pioneer is dedicated to our equestrian community in Beverly, throughout Randolph County, WV, as well as our extended family of travelers. We have several state-of-the-art equine facilities on-site at our 97-acre location, including our 22-stall barn and our Dakan horse arena. Each individual stall is clean and well-maintained. We have everything you need to care for your horse while in the area. All of our facilities are available for rent for both public and private purposes, including a wide variety of equine events. Dakan Arena offers exceptional service as the region’s premier equestrian event venue.
Horse Riding, Show, Camp, Training & Event Facility for Rent
Camp Pioneer is one of the region’s longest standing horse facilities, approaching a century of service to the equestrian community. We are proud to have hosted many fine equine events over the years, including several reputable annual events, as well as horse shows, horse camps, riding, cutting events, quarter horse events, barrel racing, training classes, and other specialty equine events. If you are interested in organizing an equestrian event and are looking for a great facility that can accommodate your needs, be sure to contact Camp Pioneer.
If you are interested in attending local equine events, be sure to check out our upcoming events. We are dedicated to continually expanding the opportunities available at our equine center. We direct funding to these projects as funding becomes available through donations and community support.
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The new bathroom at the Dakan Arena is almost finished. HUGE thanks to board member Phil Tomblyn who has managed this project!
The new bathroom facility is located adjacent to the arena and features accessible bathrooms & showers.
Love this place!
Yay Phil and crew. ❤️❤️❤️
Okay folks its coming up faster than we think. There will be a 3 man practice on Saturday morning start at 10am. Then the one man will start promptly at 4pm. And after hopefully everyone can enjoy each others company around a camp fire . Then sunday morning will start the 3man competition. This will be the 2nd annual roping to benefit Potomac Highland Wounded Warrior Outreach. Please call ahead yo pre register or for any questions. 304 614 9763. There are hook ups and stalls available. Banner credit the sweet and talented Mrs Rose Brown
The Dakan Arena will be closed to the public 10/7/22 - 10/8/22 due to a private event. Thank you for your patience and cooperation!
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Dakan Arena – Custom Equine Facility
Camp Pioneer is the proud host location of the Dakan Arena. This custom-built equine facility is 125 feet wide by 250 feet long. The specially designed floor is made of sand and we have the ability to adjust the depth of the sand depending on the equine event scheduled. Dakan Arena is truly a unique venue built with horse safety in mind. This facility is absolutely ideal to host all types of equine events including rodeos, barrel racing, cutting horse events, quarter horse events, training events, and more. The Dakan Arena has a sound system, judging area, and bleachers. The parking lot offers plenty of space to accommodate parking for large trucks and trailers. Interested in renting the Dakan Arena for your next event? Be sure to call our office for availability: 304-636-3638.
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Dakan Arena Rental Rates
Dakan Arena Daily Rental Rate – $500 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday); $75 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
Dakan Arena Set Up Fee (Day before or day after main event) – $100
Dakan Arena Audio-Visual System Daily Rental Rate – $50
(includes speakers, screens, mics, lapel mic, and phone connectivity)
*Pricing is changing for 2021. Please call 304-636-3638 or email for updated pricing.
Dakan Arena and/or Agricultural Grounds Additional Information
• Includes use of arena, cattle pens, parking, and adjacent pastures.
• A discounted rental fee of $100 will be charged for setup/use after 4pm on the day prior to the main event and clean up before 10am on the day after the event.
• Trash cans with liners will be provided around the grounds and will be emptied as needed daily during the event. Renter is responsible for picking up loose trash or additional cleaning fee may be charged. Additional cleaning fees at $20/hour may be applied for large events or failure of the renter to clean up. The Camp Manager or designated staff member will approve acceptable clean-up.
• Tractor and arena rake not included. A minimum 40 HP 4WD is needed for arena conditioning.
• Arena watering is generally available via the Beverly Volunteer Fire Department for a nominal fee/donation.
• Bathrooms are available at the agriculture building. Bathrooms will be serviced at minimum daily and as needed during the event. Events expecting more than 150 attendees will be required to provide portable toilets at the event’s cost.
• Event Timers must be provided by renter. Areas to hang the timer have been installed over the gate entry.
• Cattle pens are suitable for unloading both large (pot-belly) and small (gooseneck) trailers. Pens suitable for approximately 120 head (6 to 10 cwt) cows. Water tanks provided.
• A camp manager or staff member will be on-call or available during the event for emergency maintenance issues.
Audio System: $50 per day. Includes 2 wireless microphones (one headset, one handheld) and PA system. PA system includes hook up for auxiliary source such as iPods and external timing devices. Extra batteries included. System must be returned in same condition as rented. PA system will be provided functional at the beginning of the event. No sound technician is available throughout the day. PA system must be returned to the Camp Manager at the end of the event. Renter is responsible if system is left unattended during the rental period.
*Pricing is changing for 2021. Please call 304-636-3638 or email for updated pricing.
Camp Pioneer Main Barn
Our main barn was built in the 1970s and has been used for a variety of events over the years. From equine events to livestock shows and sales, our main barn serves many purposes. Our barn is the perfect location to set up your local livestock event! We have a sound system, bleachers, and a judging area. In addition, ample parking for trucks and trailers is available in convenient proximity to the barn. Currently, the main barn has 22 permanent stalls that can be used during events. The barn is an ideal location for concerts and other live music events. If you are interested in renting the Camp Pioneer Main Barn, please contact our office for more information: 304-636-3638.
Main Barn Rental Rates
Barn – $200/day (includes use of twenty-two permanent stalls, covered pavilion for 40 additional expo stalls, wash racks and water. Bedding not included)
*Shavings may be purchased on-site for $7/bale. Manure should be deposited in designated area. Stalls must be stripped by the renter and manure deposited in a designated area.
*Pricing is changing for 2021. Please call 304-636-3638 or email for updated pricing.