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    New Discovery State Park Campground offers sites with stalls for visitors bringing horses to Groton State Forest. The campground features dedicated equestrian sites that include adequate space for horse trailers and camping equipment. According to visitor observations, the campground provides access to numerous riding trails throughout Groton State Forest, making it an attractive destination for horse enthusiasts. Sites vary in size and location throughout the campground, with some positioned in wooded areas and others in more open, grassy fields. The facilities include toilets, showers, drinking water, and picnic tables. Trail riders often note the well-maintained paths and variety of terrain available for riding directly from the campground.

    The trail system connects riders to multiple ponds and scenic viewpoints within Groton State Forest, with routes suitable for various skill levels. Water access is available for horses at several points along the trail network. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak season from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend when the campground operates. The park maintains clean facilities, though visitors have occasionally noted inconsistent bathroom maintenance during busy periods. Equestrians should be prepared for limited cell service in the area. Nearby Osmore Pond offers additional recreational opportunities after a day of riding. The diverse landscape provides riders with options ranging from gentle forest paths to more challenging terrain, making it suitable for both novice and experienced equestrians exploring Vermont's natural landscapes.

    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Bolton (5)

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      1. AuSable Chasm Campground

      4.3(12)31mi from BoltonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "This camp ground is a short drive to Lake Placid, Plattsburgh, Vermont State and so much more. The Chasm has their own store and cafe"

      "Sites were a medium distance apart but still spacious enough to not be close to neighbors."

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      2. New Discovery State Park Campground

      4.1(7)29mi from BoltonRVs, Tents

      "There are even sites with stalls if you're into horses. The bathhouse looks typical and clean.

      Not much cell service, but some in places.

      Easy access to a lake and a picnic pavilion."

      "There is a creepy old cemetery in walking distance. Nice showers on site !!"

      from $20 - $38 / night

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      3. Branbury State Park Campground

      4.8(10)34mi from BoltonRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "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."

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      4. Groton Forest Road Campground

      4.0(4)29mi from BoltonRVs, Tents

      "The lake was gorgeous to swim in and had different rafts and stuff in the water for public use. The bathrooms were well maintained along with the showers."

      from $35 / night

      5. Gifford Woods State Park Campground

      4.4(19)48mi from BoltonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Decent bathroom situation--I've seen better and I've seen worse in Vermont."

      "The park is amazingly clean, well run, located just of RT 4 and very near to Killington, Vermont. It has multiple lean-to sites which are in wooded areas."

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    Equestrian Camping Reviews near Bolton, VT

    52 Reviews of 5 Bolton Campgrounds

    • Matt T.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 17, 2026

      New Discovery State Park Campground

      Great state park

      Most sites are secluded. There is a creepy old cemetery in walking distance. Nice showers on site !!

    • tThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 13, 2026

      Gifford Woods State Park Campground

      Gifford woods campground

      Nice campground near Killington, VT. Water and dump station. Not for big rigs we have a 21 ft TT. Things were tight but doable. One of the few Vermont state campgrounds that is still open. Most close from second Monday in October until Memorial Day.

    • Elena A.
      Nov. 6, 2025

      Gifford Woods State Park Campground

      Highway Adjacent But Good Hiking Access

      When camping in VT it is usually our goal to hike, rest, cook, and relax at camp. We live in a busy/loud city so we really love a rural spot where we can just unplug and enjoy nature. Gifford Woods has great access to the AT and the Long Trail, nice bathrooms, and kind staff... but campers beware- it is wedged between two major highways. Initially we pulled up to the site "Poplar" after driving 4+ hours and I could have cried, this site faces a large DOT/Parks Dept. parking lot with a huge building and trucks everywhere. Luckily the (very sweet) staff said they understood that this was an issue and that they do get lots of complaints about that site. They moved us to T02 which was dramatically better. Unfortunately, you can still hear trucks/car honking/ambulances from that site and I assume all other sites. I understand now that people camp here just for AT access, but I would probably not go back due to the sheer volume of the neighboring highways and quieter camping options nearby.

    • R
      Oct. 10, 2025

      AuSable Chasm Campground

      Beautiful/Fun Campground

      I 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).

    • J L.
      Jun. 21, 2025

      Branbury State Park Campground

      Gorgeous views! Family friendly!

      Spacious 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!

    • Miccal M.
      Aug. 25, 2024

      New Discovery State Park Campground

      Drove through on my way past

      This easy-to-access campground has made it on my list of places to stay.

      There are two loops of sites, some deep in the woods with great-looking trees, others in a field, and some in between. There are even sites with stalls if you're into horses.

      The bathhouse looks typical and clean.

      Not much cell service, but some in places.

      Easy access to a lake and a picnic pavilion.

      Noticed more than a few sites that I could hang at.

    • Laura M.The Dyrt Pro User
      Dec. 14, 2023

      New Discovery State Park Campground

      Lovely, friendly campground.

       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. Camp fees are $28/night, plus $5/day per adult for state park fees. 

      There is a dump station and drinking water on site, but the spigots for the water are not threaded. We tried our water bandit, with messy wet results. (Apparently you can’t use those if the other end of the hose is pressurized.) Luckily, we found we could unscrew the head of the hose at the dump station and had no problem filling our tank with potable water. 

      Each site is so different and may or may not fit an RV. Some sites are so sloped I don’t even know how a car would camp there. Some sites are out in the open grass where you just find a spot within the site that works for you. 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. 

      Showers are something like $1 for 8 minutes, quarters only. The lean-to sites are really cool, and if I was tent camping I think they’d be so fun to sleep in. They have food compost bins here, but the rangers keep forgetting to unlock the bin, so you just have to ask them. There’s also a book exchange library and adorable little gnome habitats set up in the campground. We had a pleasant stay here.

    • Brian P.
      Oct. 17, 2023

      AuSable Chasm Campground

      Don't waste your time here

      The"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.

    Guide to Bolton

    New Discovery State Park Campground features specialized equestrian camping areas with dedicated facilities for horse owners exploring Groton State Forest. The campground sits at approximately 1,100 feet elevation within Vermont's Northeast Kingdom region, characterized by dense mixed forests and multiple water bodies. Trail systems connect directly from campsites to over 25 miles of riding paths across varied terrain.

    What to do

    Horseback riding trails: The trail network at Groton Forest Road Campground provides routes for different skill levels. "Great for Campers and tenters. Good fishing and plenty of hiking," notes Chris H., highlighting the multiple recreational options besides horseback riding.

    Swimming at nearby ponds: Campers can cool off at several ponds within short riding distance. At Branbury State Park Campground, "The day use section has a wonderful beach with a swimming area and boat launch. Large trees provide shade on a grassy lawn, and grills are available," according to Lisa S.

    Mountain biking: Many trails accommodate both horses and mountain bikes with designated multi-use sections. "I wish I had my bike!!! I didn't know that this was a biking campground and there were SO MANY trails," writes Rebecca Y. about AuSable Chasm Campground.

    What campers like

    Private sites: New Discovery offers secluded camping areas that provide ample space for horse trailers and camping equipment. "We had the most perfect spot in a private site on osmore pond that was accessible only by canoe! quiet, serene. beautiful! can't wait to go back!" shares Sambath T.

    Clean facilities: Regular maintenance keeps shared areas functional for equestrians needing to clean up after trail rides. "The camp staff was so nice. They kept the bathrooms and areas so clean," Nicole E. mentions about Branbury State Park Campground.

    Diverse landscapes: Riders appreciate the variety of terrain accessible from the campgrounds. "The sites are well separated and private. The grounds are beautiful and well situated to enjoy Groton State Forest," notes Robin B., though she mentions inconsistent bathroom maintenance during her visit.

    What you should know

    Reservation requirements: During peak season (Memorial Day through Columbus Day), advance bookings are essential for equestrian sites. "Reservations are def a plus. Can be difficult to get into on the weekend," advises Saige V. about Groton Forest Road Campground.

    Limited amenities: Most equestrian sites offer basic facilities but lack full hookups. "There is a dump station and drinking water on site, but the spigots for the water are not threaded," explains Laura M., providing important details for those planning longer stays.

    Variable site layouts: Horse-friendly sites differ significantly in size and orientation. "There are two main loops, one is more secluded and spaced out than the other," shares Sarah C., adding "site size various pretty vastly as you travel through the campground."

    Tips for camping with families

    Wildlife viewing opportunities: Groton State Forest offers chances to spot local fauna. "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," advises Laura M.

    Kid-friendly facilities: Branbury State Park Campground includes amenities specifically for children. "Spacious 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," notes J L.

    Budget considerations: State park fees apply beyond the base camping rate. "Camp fees are $28/night, plus $5/day per adult for state park fees," Laura M. explains about New Discovery State Park.

    Tips from RVers

    Site selection crucial: Equestrian sites with RV accommodations vary greatly. "Each site is so different and may or may not fit an RV. Some sites are so sloped I don't even know how a car would camp there," cautions Laura M.

    Trailer parking: Dedicated space for horse trailers exists at certain sites. "My complaint is in regards to the maintenance of the facilities," notes Robin B., though she confirms the sites themselves are well separated and private.

    Water access limitations: RVers should prepare for potential challenges with water connections. "We tried our water bandit, with messy wet results. Luckily, we found we could unscrew the head of the hose at the dump station and had no problem filling our tank with potable water," Laura M. shares.

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