Best Equestrian Camping near New Britain, CT
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Best Equestrian Sites Near New Britain, CT (2)
1. Wolf Den Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park
Pomfret Center, Connecticut4 Reviews•42 Photos•23 Saves- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
2. Frog Hollow Horse Camp at Pachaug State Forest
Voluntown, Connecticut1 Review•10 Photos•15 SavesThe Equestrian Campground at Pachaug State Forest will be open for the 2020 season, from April 10 through October 11 (daily).
Voluntown Frog Hollow Horse Camp. 18 semi-wooded sites. Pet permitted. The campground is located on State lands that are open to hunting hunting symbol $17/night/campsite for CT residents plus a Processing Fee $27/night/campsite for non-CT residents plus a Processing Fee Campground Closes Columbus Day (10/12/2020) at Noon (860) 376-4075- Pets
- Fires
- RVs
- Tents
- Equestrian
- Standard (Tent/RV)
$17 - $27 / night
Recent Equestrian Reviews in New Britain
5 Reviews of 2 New Britain Campgrounds
175 P.
Scout
Wolf Den Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park
Great place to camp
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. Bathrooms were clean and staff were friendly. Would definitely stay again.
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Gary G.
GuideWolf Den Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park
Nice overnight spot
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. 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. Wished we had time to check out the hiking trails accessible from the campground.
Jean C.
Legend
Frog Hollow Horse Camp at Pachaug State Forest
Equestrian campground near trails in a state forest
It's hard to find much information about this equestrian, first come, first serve campground in Connecticut's Pachaug State Forest. The best source I could find was https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Recreation-Information/Horseback-Riding---CT-State-Parks-and-Forests
Campsites are located around a loop with a couple of composting toilets near the entrance. Water is available. There's space your your camping gear as well as a trailer and horseline. About half the sites were occupied in late October.
Three horseback riding loops leave from the campground. There's also fishing and hiking available in the forest.
- Jean C.Legend
Wolf Den Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park
Basic campground with hiking trails in the area.
This small state park campground offers basic campsites with running water and showers, open Memorial Day to Columbus Day. This is NOT Wolf's Den Family Campground in E. Haddam, CT. Also, be aware there are 2 campgrounds at this State Park; the other one, Mashamoquet Brook, does not offer running water/showers, so if you want these amenities, be sure to select a campsite 1-35.
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 a phone connection is spotty), a swimming pond, and a small brook with an old mill and blacksmith shop that is sometimes open on weekends for tours. It's a nice place to explore and have a picnic. In 2020 with Covid, there were restrictions on visitors to the campground, reservations required, and swimming was not allowed.
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. Sites have fire rings with grills and picnic tables. Site 20 is the only one with electric. The ones toward the back of the loop back up toward the woods and give you some more privacy.
They don't allow hammocks in the trees or pets. For some reason, silly string also makes the list of prohibitions.
Mike C.ScoutWolf Den Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park
Beautiful
One of my all time favorite hikes.
Guide to New Britain
Horse camping in Connecticut offers a unique experience for equestrian enthusiasts, combining the beauty of nature with the joy of riding. With several well-reviewed campgrounds, you can enjoy both comfort and adventure.
Equestrian campers like these nearby activities
- At Frog Hollow Horse Camp at Pachaug State Forest, you can explore multiple horseback riding loops directly from the campground, along with opportunities for fishing and hiking in the surrounding forest.
Tips for equestrian camping near New Britain, Connecticut
- When visiting Wolf Den Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park, be sure to reserve a site early, especially during peak season, as it offers amenities like drinking water and picnic tables, making it a comfortable base for your adventures.
Equestrian campgrounds include essential features
- Frog Hollow Horse Camp at Pachaug State Forest provides essential amenities such as drinking water and composting toilets, ensuring a pleasant stay for both you and your horse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near New Britain, CT?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near New Britain, CT is Wolf Den Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 4 reviews.