Frontier Town Campground offers equestrian camping in the Adirondack region near Ray Brook, New York. The dedicated equestrian camping loop features spacious sites designed to accommodate horses and large trailers. Most equestrian sites include electric hookups and shared water pedestals with ample room for vehicles and equipment. The campground's location provides direct access to extensive trail systems throughout the surrounding wilderness areas.
What to do
Trail riding access points: Riders at AuSable Chasm Campground appreciate the proximity to various riding trails. Rebecca Y. notes, "This was a biking campground and there were SO MANY trails. Made the most of them with running, but overall, a fantastic campground."
Day trips to Lake Placid: The equestrian camping areas serve as an ideal base for exploring beyond the immediate surroundings. Susan S. explains that "This camp ground is a short drive to Lake Placid, Plattsburgh, Vermont State and so much more."
Water activities nearby: During warmer months, riders often combine equestrian activities with water recreation. One visitor at AuSable Chasm mentioned, "Terrific location to hike the different trails of ausable chasm. Good sized site with electric and water. Shady but also had sun to dry our shoes from the raft tour."
What campers like
Exceptionally clean facilities: The bathhouse facilities receive consistently positive feedback. A camper at Frontier Town Campground reports, "The bathrooms are the cleanest I've seen so far and we do this full time." This attention to cleanliness extends throughout the property.
Spacious equestrian sites: The dedicated horse camping areas feature significantly larger sites than standard camping areas. Chelsea B. observed, "The sites in the equestrian camping area are huge and so clean," adding that "site 33 which is in the equestrian camping area. It's really open with little tree cover which is perfect for those who work remote using Starlink."
Natural forest setting: Many equestrian campsites are situated in mature forest environments. Charles K. notes that Frontier Town offers "Best rustic camping in Adarondacks" and explains it is "an old-growth forest area so a site on the west side of the road gives best Morning sun."
What you should know
Limited supplies available: The immediate area around most equestrian campgrounds has few retail options. Chelsea B. advises, "Get your supplies before you arrive! Not many places around to quickly grab charcoal if you need it."
Seasonal insect activity: Like many Adirondack locations, biting insects can be prevalent during certain months. Butch K. from Frontier Town Campground shared, "I saw the bugs, some of them clearly mosquitoes and I never saw one get away with biting me. But I ended up with two lower legs and two forearms that constantly itch like mad. I will never go back in June."
Site configurations vary: Some equestrian sites may have unusual layouts that require careful maneuvering. One camper noted, "Sites are built wrong so it is hard to get you camper into your site correct. It is definitely catered to the equestrian part of the camping."
Tips for camping with families
Playground and recreational amenities: For families combining equestrian camping with children, certain campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. Larry from AuSable Chasm reports, "Pool was clean, play ground kids loved it. And facilities were clean, with hot showers."
Cross-seasonal activities: The region supports year-round recreation beyond horseback riding. Lee D. observed that around AuSable Chasm Campground, "It also looked like there were cross country ski trails but not sure if the campground or cabins would be open in the winter."
Quieter weekday stays: Families seeking a more peaceful equestrian camping experience should consider non-weekend visits. One camper mentioned, "The young man at the check in station said there were very few people there except on the weekends."
Tips from RVers
Site selection for large rigs: The equestrian camping areas accommodate substantial RV setups. Butch K. reported, "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 starlink cable did not even reach all the way back out to the road."
Satellite connectivity considerations: The tree coverage varies significantly between camping loops. Chelsea B. notes that the equestrian area at Frontier Town is "really open with little tree cover which is perfect for those who work remote using Starlink. We had fantastic connection."
Utility connections planning: Different sites offer varying levels of hookups. Heather M. from AuSable Chasm explains, "3 night stay, tent camping on a site with water and electric. The site we had was quite large, I had booked an end site (#73) hoping it would be big!"
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