Frontier Town Campground in North Hudson accommodates equestrian campers with specialized sites designed for riders and their horses. Located within the Adirondack region at 2686 Route 9, the campground provides direct access to riding trails while maintaining clean facilities that make extended stays comfortable. The designated pull-through sites offer ample space for horse trailers, though some RV campers report challenges with site alignment.
What to do
Trail riding opportunities: Riders seeking equestrian camping near Monkton, Vermont can explore multiple trails directly from Frontier Town Campground. A visitor notes, "The trails are well marked and well maintained" and "There's even a brewery a ten minute walk down the road."
Swimming and paddling: Cool off during summer months at Branbury State Park Campground where lake access is a prime attraction. One camper shared, "There was a little waterfall and stream nearby" and "Across the street from the campground was access to the lake with plenty of grassy areas to hang out."
Hiking local routes: The surrounding forests offer multiple difficulty levels for day hikes. A visitor to New Discovery State Park Campground mentioned, "There are hiking trails right from the campground, which we always appreciate. You can also go down to the water and rent a kayak or canoe from the rangers."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Sanitation standards remain consistently high at most area campgrounds. At AuSable Chasm Campground, a camper noted, "The campground staff was friendly, and worked hard to keep the bathrooms and showers clean."
Wildlife viewing: Early mornings offer opportunities for wildlife spotting. One visitor to New Discovery shared, "We saw fresh moose poop on a hike but sadly no moose or other wildlife. There are bears around the area though so please be bear smart when camping here."
Spacious sites: Many campgrounds in the region provide adequate distance between neighbors. A camper at Branbury State Park reported, "While they aren't super far from one another, they are large enough that they seem further than they are. Nice beautiful wooded area, we were able to put a tent and hang a hammock for sleeping."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds in the region operate from late May through mid-October with limited off-season availability. At Branbury State Park, peak season runs "Memorial Day weekend to Columbus Day weekend."
Bear safety: Proper food storage is essential when camping in this region. A camper at Branbury State Park warned, "Just make sure you put your food and trash away - there are black bears in the area!"
Variable site conditions: Site quality and layout differs significantly across campgrounds and even within the same property. A visitor to Groton Forest Road Campground mentioned, "The spots were spacious with enough privacy between sites. The lake was gorgeous to swim in and had different rafts and stuff in the water for public use."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated play areas and activities. At Branbury State Park, a camper highlighted, "There's a nature center with all kinds of information and activities. A large playground. Volleyball and horseshoe pits."
Swimming options: Several campgrounds offer designated swimming areas with varying facilities. A visitor shared that Groton Forest Road Campground has a lake that was "gorgeous to swim in and had different rafts and stuff in the water for public use."
Remote sites for privacy: When traveling with children who need space to explore, consider secluded options. At New Discovery State Park Campground, you'll find "remote walk-in shelters on the Osmore Pond" where "the shelters are rustic, have shared outhouses between a few sites, fire pits and small picnic tables."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Be prepared with leveling blocks at most area campgrounds. One RVer at Frontier Town noted, "My 75 foot starling cable did not even reach all the way back out to the road" while another mentioned, "Sites are built wrong so it is hard to get you camper into your site correct."
Hookup availability: Water and electrical connections vary between properties and specific sites. At AuSable Chasm Campground, a camper with a 17-foot van reported, "Upon arrival, we were told we had to take a site with water and electric since we had a camper van. These sites were $13 more per night and we really did not need the hookups."
Dump station access: For those requiring sanitation services, confirm availability before arrival. New Discovery provides "a dump station and drinking water on site, but the spigots for the water are not threaded" according to one RVer who added, "We found we could unscrew the head of the hose at the dump station and had no problem filling our tank with potable water."
