1 campground with availability next weekend
Frog Hollow Horse Camp at Pachaug State Forest provides primitive equestrian camping with direct trail access in northeastern Connecticut. Located approximately 40 miles from Ashford, this first-come, first-served campground features campsites positioned around a loop with space for camping gear, horse trailers, and horse lines. The grounds include basic amenities such as drinking water and picnic tables, though electricity is not available. Composting toilets are situated near the entrance area. The facilities accommodate both tent and RV camping, though sites are relatively rustic. Most campsites were half occupied during late fall visits according to camper observations.
Three dedicated horseback riding loops depart directly from the campground, offering immediate trail access for riders. The forest setting provides additional recreational opportunities including fishing and hiking trails throughout Pachaug State Forest. LeGrand Reynolds Horsemen's Camping Area at Arcadia Management Area in nearby Exeter, Rhode Island offers another equestrian camping option within reasonable driving distance. This established campground provides limited amenities but includes electrical hookups with 30-amp and 50-amp service options. Horse owners note the well-maintained trails accessible from both campgrounds provide varied terrain suitable for different riding experience levels. Neither location offers horse corrals, so campers should plan to bring portable corrals or use highlines for their horses.
"Close to a small walking path and a larger intermediate hiking trail. Bathrooms were clean and staff were friendly. Would definitely stay again."
"Wished we had time to check out the hiking trails accessible from the campground."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $14 - $29 / night
"There are kids everywhere on bikes and running around, so cars actually drive slowly throughout, which is nice. Sites are a bit close together."
"The staff was positive and helpful and that made a difference for me. I traditionally dry camp or go for semi hooked up on purpose, I just like the quieter camping."
"Not knowing how long we would be away from the campground that service was a great option. "
from $50 - $200 / night
"It's hard to find much information about this equestrian, first come, first serve campground in Connecticut's Pachaug State Forest."
from $17 - $27 / night
ScoutAmazing amenities and activities here. Staff is great. Lots of room for big rigs. Tent spots are shady while other ones are sunnier. They have rentals such as log cabins/ A-frames to rent also. Hot tubs and pools too!
GuideI can understand why this place is rated one of the best campgrounds in the country. This was my first time camping here with my own RV and it did not disappoint. Our site was spacious, and centrally located within the campground, they have all the amenities you can imagine living up to that “resort” title. Ranging from multiple pools, hot tubs, courts, pavilions, playgrounds, etc. the cell service was great, they offer WiFi, and much more. I love the store, it gives off that Great Wolf Lodge feel, and it has everything inside you may need. Including a little hidden café that surprisingly made good lattes. This place is massive, and I’ve never seen a campground that had as many million dollar RV’s in one place. That atmosphere is just great here. There is so much to do. It’s so big you need an e-bike just to get around. Resort-style campgrounds like this come at a steeper price compared to others, but in my opinion, Normandy was well worth the cost. We look forward to revisiting, often!
TravelerWe came in the day after Labor Day ~ after 280 rv’s checked out ~ so it may not have been as peaceful over the weekend, but I heard everyone had lots of fun. The grounds are beautiful!
GuideWe arrived on a Saturday afternoon and they did seem have alot going on. It was Christmas in July. There was a live band and a few food trucks. The campsites are onto of each. Way too close for us. The roads that lead to the sites are way to narrow. I tow a 27ft travel trailer and my tires were off the road on both sides. The campsite itself was nice. No complaints there. Pool was gross. Mini golf was horrible. All the wood was rotted. We won't be back.
ScoutKnow what you are getting... This is a family resort that charges$20/per night, per person, OVER the two people rate. It is loud, crowded, with golf carts and kids running around. It is a resort campground with pools, frisbee court and etc... This is not a quiet, restful place to stay to visit Boston and the surrounding area or to visit family in town. Entry is gated and controlled. Want to bring your college daughter back after dinner- forget it,$20 for her and$20 her friend, for 1-2 hour visit after 7:00 PM at night! When we return, we will stay at Spacious Skies CG or the state park. The cost and inconvenience is not worth it!
LegendWe were here a couple years ago and told everyone we knew about it in the PNW never knowing if our big road trips would have us near Foxboro again. Imagine our surprise and delight when our quest to hit all the MLB parks showed Normandy as proximal to Fenway. Yahoo! Red Sox win and we get to be here again. Kids and adults alike love it. What’s not to love. It’s the kind of place summer camping trip memories are made of. 4 pools, fishing pond, lodge, trivia night, soccer, baseball, softball and frisbee golf and so much more. Full hook ups. Super long sites.
TravelerWe enjoyed our tent site with a wooden lean-to. Overall very private and peaceful, however the only drawback is that people took frequent casual walks pass the area all day long. There's really no way around that.
We did not get a chance to enjoy the amenities, but they all looked nice and well thought out.
We will return.
ScoutAbsolutely beautiful. When we drove in we fell in love with the grounds!! We were in site B9. We have a 25” B+ and basically had to park sideways and use a lot of leveling blocks to get our rig level. As we walked around we spoke to others who had similar problems with the sites not being level. We recommend this campground but just be prepared and bring plenty of leveling blocks! The office did provide us with additional blocks to level so they were very accommodating.
GuideNormandy Farms is perfect. The grounds are beautiful, the staff is lovely. The sites are level, the bathrooms/showers are spotless with piped in music and hairdryers. It's one of the few campgrounds that really is a resort. This was our second visit and it just keeps getting better. They've added a huge covered area with a snack bar and a big TV over the fireplace next to the Recreation Lodge. It's not far from a park and ride area, so taking the train into Boston is easy.
Equestrian camping options near Ashford, Connecticut cater to trail riders seeking direct forest access. Pachaug State Forest and nearby Arcadia Management Area in Rhode Island offer dedicated facilities for horse owners. The region features a mix of state park campgrounds with varying levels of amenities, from primitive sites to those with electric hookups and composting toilets.
Explore hiking trails: Wolf Den Campground at Mashamoquet Brook State Park provides access to several hiking trails. "Son and I stayed from Friday to Sunday. Easy to find the camp and the plot, well marked. Very nice sized lots. Large open areas for kids and adults to play during day and star gaze at night. Close to a small walking path and a larger intermediate hiking trail," notes camper 175 P.
Visit nearby attractions: Normandy Farms Campground in Foxborough serves as a convenient base for regional exploration. "You are just five miles from Gillette Stadium (home of the New England Patriots) and Patriot Place (a hub for shopping and dining). About a mile from the campground is Foxboro State Park where you will find 20+ miles of hiking trails," shares Nancy W.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple water bodies throughout the area offer fishing opportunities. "There's also fishing and hiking available in the forest," notes Jean C. about Frog Hollow Horse Camp, adding practical information about the equestrian facilities available for horse owners camping in Pachaug State Forest.
Clean facilities: Mashamoquet Brook State Park maintains well-kept restroom facilities. "Bathrooms were clean and staff were friendly. Would definitely stay again," reports 175 P., highlighting the campground's maintenance standards.
Spacious campsites: Wolf Den Campground offers adequate room between sites. "The parking pads are paved and a few have overhanging branches, but the trees provide separation and some shade on largely open sites that tend to open up toward the back with open areas for pitching tents," explains Jean C.
Quiet atmosphere: Smaller state park campgrounds provide peaceful settings. "Stayed here on a Tuesday night right after hurricane Henri. The park was completely cleaned up from any damage or debris, all in great shape. No other campers here when we arrived, so totally silent. No road noise," shares Gary G. about his experience at Mashamoquet Brook State Park.
First-come, first-served policies: Some equestrian campgrounds near Ashford operate without reservations. "It's hard to find much information about this equestrian, first come, first serve campground in Connecticut's Pachaug State Forest," explains Jean C. regarding the availability system at Frog Hollow.
Limited amenities: LeGrand Reynolds Horsemen's Camping Area in Rhode Island offers electric hookups but lacks certain basic facilities. This established equestrian campground provides 30-amp and 50-amp service options but has no showers or toilets on site.
Seasonal operation: Many campgrounds in the region close during winter months. "This small state park campground offers basic campsites with running water and showers, open Memorial Day to Columbus Day," notes Jean C. about Mashamoquet Brook State Park's operating calendar.
Look for playgrounds: Some campgrounds feature dedicated children's areas. "There's a small playground in the middle of the loop, a number of hiking trails throughout the park along with a few geocaches (download details for offline use as phone connection is spotty)," advises Jean C. about Mashamoquet Brook State Park.
Consider activity options: The Preserve Club and Residences offers numerous recreational opportunities. "New England's most amenity rich properties, in fact it may be the only place in the world that has such a diverse amount of outdoor offerings," states Chris M., though note this is a members-only facility.
Check swimming availability: Water recreation adds value for families with children. "In 2020 with Covid, there were restrictions on visitors to the campground, reservations required, and swimming was not allowed," Jean C. mentions regarding Mashamoquet Brook State Park, suggesting that swimming may be permitted during normal operations.
Site selection matters: Carefully choose your campsite based on your rig size. "Most sites are relatively short level pads, with little or no shade, but very pleasant. We picked site 33 for the best shade and longer pad," suggests Gary G. about Mashamoquet Brook State Park.
Verify hookup availability: Electric options vary significantly between campgrounds. "Site 20 is the only one with electric," warns Jean C. about Mashamoquet Brook State Park, important information for RVers requiring power hookups.
Consider seasonal timing: Campground experience varies greatly depending on when you visit. "If you are looking for a quiet, peaceful getaway this is not it," cautions Nancy W. about Normandy Farms Family Camping Resort during peak season, contrasting with Gary G.'s midweek experience at Mashamoquet Brook where he encountered "no other campers."
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