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Frontier Town Campground in North Hudson offers equestrian-specific camping areas designed for visitors with horses. Located 30 miles southwest of Willsboro, this state-operated facility features separate camping loops for equestrian use with sites that accommodate both horses and camping equipment. The campground provides water and electric hookups for RV campers traveling with horses and includes areas for horse trailers. While no dedicated horse corrals are listed in the amenities, the campground is designed with equestrians in mind. Facilities include showers, toilets, and sanitary dump stations. The campground remains relatively quiet on weekdays, with most visitors arriving on weekends. Sites are particularly spacious, with some campers noting sites large enough to accommodate multiple large RVs.
The surrounding area offers trail riding opportunities through Adirondack forests. Frontier Town connects to regional bridle paths and serves as a gateway to backcountry horse trails. Riders can access routes that traverse varied terrain including wooded areas and mountain landscapes typical of the Adirondack region. The campground sits near the former Frontier Town theme park location, providing historical interest alongside natural attractions. Horse owners should note that the campground layout can be confusing in the equestrian loop with shared utility pedestals and multiple fence sections. Summer visitors should prepare for seasonal insects, as campers report significant mosquito activity during June. The campground's relatively new facilities appear well-maintained with regular bathroom cleaning and site upkeep.
"Sites were a medium distance apart but still spacious enough to not be close to neighbors."
"I didn’t know that this was a biking campground and there were SO MANY trails. Made the most of them with running, but overall, a fantastic campground. Showers were clean, staff was very friendly."
"The site was so scenic with a little waterfall and stream nearby. The camp staff was so nice. They kept the the bathrooms and areas so clean."
"Love to lake access, secluded camping, the hiking and remote area. Planning on revisiting next summer, even in august the nights get to a good sleeping temperature a vast majority of the time."
"We stayed in 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. We had fantastic connection."
"It is definitely catered to the equestrian part of the camping. I won’t be going back there anytime soon."
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TravelerI wish I had my bike!!! I didn’t know that this was a biking campground and there were SO MANY trails. Made the most of them with running, but overall, a fantastic campground. Showers were clean, staff was very friendly. Sites and attractions within walking distance (but busy roads to cross).
RangerWe stayed in 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. We had fantastic connection. The sites in the equestrian camping area are huge and so clean. The bathrooms are the cleanest I’ve seen so far and we do this full time. The only disappointment was that the hot water doesn’t get very hot in the shower so you better do some jumping jacks to get pumped before showering during colder temps! The trails are well marked and well maintained. Overall, this is a fantastic campsite. There’s even a brewery a ten minute walk down the road. We didn’t go but looks nice. Get your supplies before you arrive! Not many places around to quickly grab charcoal if you need it.
RangerSpacious sites, hiking trails, biking trails, nice beach and grounds. Fishing, kayak, canoe, paddle boat and paddle board rentals. Theres a nature center with all kinds of information and activities. A large playground. Volleyball and horseshoe pits. Definitely will be returning! Also, bathrooms were always clean and well maintained. Park staff very friendly!
TravelerStayed twice - first time at site 59 with a 28' travel trailer and second time at 56 with a tent. This is a great home base to explore from the Lake George region to Ticonderoga to day hikes or cycling. Both times the bathrooms and showers were immaculate. The staff does a fantastic job of maintenance. This is an old-growth forest area to a site on the west side of the road gives best Morning sun - sites 57 and 59 are good examples.
RangerI 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. I drove through the equestrian loop and found it very confusing. Lots of fences and shared pedestals. I stayed in the next loop, stagecoach. Everything looked spic and span like it had just opened last month. The young man at the check in station said there were very few people there except on the weekends. I only saw three or four other rVs and two of them had to camp right next to me. 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.
ScoutThe"road" into the campground is more like a goat trail, with numerous washoutsand uneven rocks and dirt. RV site 8 is so out of level that we couldn't get our Airstream level unless we put 10" of blocking under both axles. And the whole idea of paying a"lock fee" is total BS, especially when we paid for our site, in full, 2 months in advance. The ladies at the front desk and the maintenance guy went out of their way to try and make things right, but the manager, his boss and Campspot are completely incompetent and only care about making money.
TravelerTerrific 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. Bathrooms and showers weren’t too bad, the doors are always kept open which means bugs but not too buggy as they are cleaned daily. Did wish more than once that they had those “occupied/vacant” airplane locks.
LegendWe showed up on a busy Memorial Day weekend without reservations and the staff was kind enough to give us their last leanto. This place has access to some of the best hiking and paddling in the state.
ScoutExcellent campground for the family. Great staff, great facilities.
Frontier Town Campground in North Hudson serves as a primary equestrian camping destination near Willsboro, New York, located in the eastern Adirondacks region where elevations range from 500 to 1,500 feet. The campground sits within Essex County, part of the Adirondack Park's six-million-acre boundary, which experiences summer temperatures averaging 75-80°F with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. The facility remains relatively uncrowded during weekdays with most equestrian campers arriving Friday through Sunday.
Trail riding on bridle paths: Riders at Frontier Town can access designated horse trails that connect to broader Adirondack trail systems. One camper noted, "This is a great home base to explore from the Lake George region to Ticonderoga to day hikes or cycling" (Charles K., Frontier Town Campground).
Swimming at Lake Dunmore: Located about 45 minutes east of Willsboro at Branbury State Park Campground, this lake offers a designated swimming area with beach access. A camper shared, "Across the street from the campground was access to the lake with plenty of grassy areas to hang out. And beautiful sunsets at night!" (Nicole E., Branbury State Park).
Water recreation at AuSable Chasm: Just 15 miles northeast of Willsboro, this natural attraction provides rafting and tubing opportunities alongside camping. According to one visitor, "They have a small store and rec room for kids. I think they are making improvements always. This camp ground is a short drive to Lake Placid, Plattsburgh, Vermont State and so much more" (Susan S., AuSable Chasm Campground).
Spacious equestrian sites: Frontier Town Campground features exceptionally large sites designed for horses and camping equipment. "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" (Butch K., Frontier Town Campground).
Clean facilities: Most campgrounds maintain regular cleaning schedules for shared amenities. At Branbury State Park, "The camp staff was so nice. They kept the the bathrooms and areas so clean. There was plenty of space between sites so it didn't feel like you were on top of each other" (Nicole E., Branbury State Park Campground).
Natural features: The region offers diverse geological attractions and water features. At AuSable Chasm Campground, campers appreciate the "Pretty decent campground with lots of sites anod close by to some fun attractions" (Tammy W., AuSable Chasm Campground).
Seasonal insect activity: The Adirondack region experiences significant mosquito populations, particularly in June. One Frontier Town visitor reported, "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" (Butch K., Frontier Town Campground).
Campground layout challenges: Equestrian areas can have confusing layouts. "I drove through the equestrian loop and found it very confusing. Lots of fences and shared pedestals" (Butch K., Frontier Town Campground).
Bathroom facilities: Most campgrounds offer shower houses, though availability varies. At AuSable Chasm, "Bathrooms and shower rooms are individual rooms, but the doors are not labeled so it's a game of 'what's behind door number 1?' There was no light in the shower room that I looked at so a night shower would be out of the question" (Lee D., AuSable Chasm Campground).
Playground access: Several campgrounds include playground facilities for children. Branbury State Park features "a large playground. Volleyball and horseshoe pits. Definitely will be returning! Also, bathrooms were always clean and well maintained. Park staff very friendly!" (J L., Branbury State Park Campground).
Nature programs: Educational opportunities exist at select parks. As one visitor noted, "Theres a nature center with all kinds of information and activities. A large playground. Volleyball and horseshoe pits" (J L., Branbury State Park Campground).
Food storage precautions: Wildlife management requires proper food handling. "Just make sure you put your food and trash away- there are black bears in the area!" (Nicole E., Branbury State Park Campground).
Site selection: Choose sites based on sun exposure and privacy needs. At Frontier Town, "a site on the west side of the road gives best Morning sun - sites 57 and 59 are good examples" (Charles K., Frontier Town Campground).
Leveling challenges: Some sites require significant adjustment for RVs. At AuSable Chasm Campground, "The road through the campground is dirt and rutted but the speed limit is 5 mph, so it wasn't that bad, but it would be a mess if it was raining" (Lee D., AuSable Chasm Campground).
Utility connections: Electric and water hookups exist but configurations vary between campgrounds. "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" (Sheri C., Frontier Town Campground).
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