Frontier Town Campground in North Hudson offers specialized equestrian facilities designed for horse owners traveling in the Adirondacks region. The campground features extensive trailer accommodation with sites up to 75 feet in length for larger rigs. Located approximately 48 miles from Long Lake, Frontier Town serves as a strategic base for riders exploring multiple trail systems throughout the central and eastern Adirondacks. Visitors should prepare for seasonal conditions, particularly biting insects during early summer months which can affect both horses and riders.
What to do
Trail riding with views: Riders at Frontier Town Campground appreciate the well-marked and maintained trail systems directly accessible from the campground. "The trails are well marked and well maintained," notes Chelsea B., who found the campground provided excellent access to surrounding wilderness areas.
Kayaking on clean waters: Paddle enthusiasts can enjoy the exceptionally clear waters at Limekiln Lake Campground, located 22 miles west of Long Lake. "Very very clean water you can see the bottom. I have been to multiple lakes in Adirondack, you may confirm one of the cleanests," writes Murat H., who visited during July. The campground offers reasonable kayak and canoe rentals with convenient self-service at the beach area.
Backcountry hiking: More adventurous campers can access remote sites like Murphy Lake Leanto, requiring a challenging two-hour trek through technical terrain. "The Murphy Bennett Trails is a technical challenge to hike, or bike in on. And be prepared to go over downfalls," warns Tony F., noting that while the area is maintained, fallen trees are common in the old-growth forest.
What campers like
Spacious equestrian sites: Horse owners appreciate the generous site dimensions at Frontier Town. "We stayed in site 33 which is in the equestrian camping area. The sites in the equestrian camping area are huge and so clean," reports Chelsea B., noting that the open layout with minimal tree cover works well for those needing satellite connectivity.
Exceptional cleanliness: Many campers comment on the pristine facilities at the newer equestrian campgrounds near Long Lake. "The bathrooms are the cleanest I've seen so far and we do this full time," shares one full-time camper about Frontier Town, while others note the diligent maintenance staff.
Lakefront camping options: Water-loving campers seek out the premium lakeside sites at Limekiln Lake. "If your lucky enough to get a water site it's even better. We camp here for two weeks every year in July," says Kim M. Another camper, Lena L., details: "We had site 270, which was close enough to walk down to the boat launch at night to look at the stars (and the Milky Way!) but a little too far to walk to the beach."
What you should know
Bear safety precautions: Wildlife encounters require preparation at Adirondack campgrounds. "There is a minor bear problem but they didn't do much besides sniff around. Rangers were always right on top of things when one would wonder around and sure to chance them off," reports Kevin C. about Limekiln Lake. Most equestrian campgrounds provide bear-resistant storage boxes for food and supplies.
Seasonal insect challenges: June brings significant insect activity that can impact both horses and humans. "The flies and gnats were kind of bad, but we had a screen room to keep them at bay," notes Anna G. about a mid-June visit to Limekiln Lake. Another camper at Frontier Town was more emphatic: "I will never go back in June," due to severe biting insects.
Limited services: Equestrian campgrounds near Long Lake typically have minimal on-site services. "Get your supplies before you arrive! Not many places around to quickly grab charcoal if you need it," warns Chelsea B. about Frontier Town, highlighting the importance of arriving prepared.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly biking opportunities: Families appreciate the safe cycling environments at established campgrounds. "Really nice park kids got to ride their bikes everywhere is with minimal traffic," notes Jynee Z. about Limekiln Lake, making it suitable for families seeking safe recreation options.
Rental equipment availability: Families can travel lighter by utilizing on-site rentals. "If you're planning on running a kayak better do it early they sell out quick," advises Jynee Z. about Limekiln Lake's popular boat rental service, suggesting morning reservations for best availability.
Star-gazing adventures: Clear Adirondack skies offer exceptional night viewing opportunities. "We loved to walk down to the boat launch at night to look at the stars (and the Milky Way!)," shares Lena L., noting that some campers even take kayaks out at night for unobstructed star viewing on the water.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: RV campers at horse-friendly campgrounds should research specific sites before booking. "Sites are built wrong so it is hard to get you camper into your site correct," cautions Sheri C. about Frontier Town, suggesting that the equestrian focus sometimes compromises standard RV positioning.
Generous site dimensions: Large rig owners appreciate the ample space at newer equestrian campgrounds. "I was in site 43, it was long enough it could have fit two of the biggest RVs I have ever seen. My 75 foot starling cable did not even reach all the way back out to the road," notes Butch K. about Frontier Town's spacious accommodations.
Morning sun considerations: RV campers seeking optimal solar exposure should select specific site orientations. "This is an old-growth forest area so a site on the west side of the road gives best Morning sun - sites 57 and 59 are good examples," recommends Charles K., highlighting how strategic site selection enhances the camping experience.
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