Best Equestrian Camping near South Windham, CT

Frog Hollow Horse Camp at Pachaug State Forest offers first-come, first-served equestrian camping with sites arranged around a central loop. Campsites accommodate both camping gear and horse trailers, with designated areas for horselines. Water is available for horses and riders, while basic composting toilets provide minimal facilities near the entrance. The campground serves as a base for exploring three horseback riding loops that depart directly from the camp area. About half the sites remain occupied during fall months, indicating moderate usage even in off-peak seasons.

Riders access multiple trail networks directly from Frog Hollow Horse Camp, with three distinct riding loops originating at the campground itself. The surrounding Pachaug State Forest provides extensive riding opportunities alongside fishing and hiking options. LeGrand Reynolds Horsemen's Camping Area in nearby Arcadia Management Area offers an alternative equestrian camping location with electric hookups, including both 30 and 50-amp service, water hookups, and sewer connections. Sites include picnic tables and permit campfires, though the area lacks shower facilities and toilets. The location requires reservations, unlike Frog Hollow's first-come availability. Both campgrounds serve primarily equestrians with facilities designed specifically for those traveling with horses.

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  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 18, 2020

    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.

  • 175 P.
    Sep. 26, 2021

    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.

  • G
    Aug. 24, 2021

    Wolf 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.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 1, 2020

    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.

  • C
    Aug. 27, 2019

    The Preserve Club and Residences

    Simply the best!

    The Preserve Club and Residences is a members/owners only community which is 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.  Check it out.


Guide to South Windham

Equestrian camping near South Windham, Connecticut offers dedicated facilities within Connecticut's state forests and nearby Rhode Island management areas. The region's heavily forested terrain features a network of multi-use trails ranging from beginner to intermediate difficulty levels. Pachaug State Forest spans over 26,000 acres with terrain suitable for both day rides and overnight camping excursions.

What to do

Trail riding exploration: Three distinct horseback riding networks extend throughout Mashamoquet Brook State Park, connecting campsites to scenic woodland paths. "One of my all time favorite hikes," notes Mike C., highlighting the natural beauty that attracts both hikers and equestrians to the area.

Fishing opportunities: Anglers can access multiple waterways near camping areas at Pachaug State Forest. Nearby ponds and streams offer freshwater fishing while providing natural watering spots for horses during day rides. Gary G. mentions that after staying at Mashamoquet Brook, he "wished we had time to check out the hiking trails accessible from the campground."

Historical exploration: The region offers access to historical sites including an old mill and blacksmith shop. "A small brook with an old mill and blacksmith shop is sometimes open on weekends for tours. It's a nice place to explore and have a picnic," explains Jean C. about attractions near Wolf Den Campground.

What campers like

Open stargazing areas: The layout at Wolf Den Campground provides clear night sky viewing without light pollution. "Very nice sized lots. Large open areas for kids and adults to play during day and star gaze at night," reports 175 P., highlighting the spacious environment campers appreciate.

Moderate usage rates: Equestrian camping areas maintain reasonable occupancy levels, preventing overcrowding even during peak seasons. Jean C. notes about Frog Hollow Horse Camp that "about half the sites were occupied in late October," indicating availability for last-minute trips during fall months.

Clean facilities: Despite minimal amenities at equestrian-focused campgrounds, maintenance receives positive feedback. "Bathrooms were clean and staff were friendly. Would definitely stay again," reports 175 P. about their experience at Wolf Den Campground.

What you should know

Reservation requirements: While Frog Hollow operates on first-come, first-served availability, LeGrand Reynolds Horsemen's Camping Area at Arcadia Management Area requires advance reservations. The reservation system helps manage occupancy at this Rhode Island alternative located approximately 25 minutes from South Windham.

Amenity limitations: Most equestrian campgrounds provide only basic facilities with composting toilets. Jean C. advises about Mashamoquet Brook State Park to "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."

Seasonal operations: Many campgrounds in the region operate seasonally. Wolf Den Campground at Mashamoquet Brook State Park runs "from May 26 to September 4," while others may extend into fall months with limited services.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: The Preserve Club and Residences offers family-friendly amenities not typically found at state-run equestrian campgrounds. Chris M. describes it as "simply the best" and notes it "may be the only place in the world that has such a diverse amount of outdoor offerings."

Site selection strategy: Choose sites toward the back of camping loops for increased privacy and woodland views. Jean C. recommends that at Wolf Den Campground, "The ones toward the back of the loop back up toward the woods and give you some more privacy."

Geocaching opportunities: Several trails near equestrian camping areas contain geocaches for family exploration. "A number of hiking trails throughout the park along with a few geocaches (download details for offline use as phone connection is spotty)," suggests Jean C. about activities at Mashamoquet Brook State Park.

Tips from RVers

Electric hookup locations: Electric service availability varies significantly between equestrian campgrounds. At Wolf Den Campground, Jean C. points out that "Site 20 is the only one with electric," making it crucial to reserve early if power is needed for your camping setup.

Parking pad considerations: Most equestrian sites accommodate both camping gear and horse trailers but have specific layout requirements. "The parking pads are paved and a few have overhanging branches, but the trees provide separation and some shade on largely open sites," notes Jean C. about Wolf Den Campground, information useful when determining trailer positioning.

Post-weather camping: RVers report quick recovery of campgrounds following severe weather. "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," reports Gary G. about Wolf Den Campground, suggesting reliable maintenance and quick storm recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near South Windham, CT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near South Windham, CT is Wolf Den Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 4 reviews.

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