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Best Equestrian Camping near Jeffersonville, VT

21 Reviews

New Discovery State Park Campground offers equestrian campsites with dedicated stalls for visitors traveling with horses. Located within Groton State Forest, the campground provides a range of sites including those specifically designed to accommodate horses and their owners. Campers can choose from traditional tent sites, RV spots, or specialized equestrian areas. The campground maintains clean facilities with bathhouses and coin-operated showers, though visitors should bring quarters for shower use. Sites are well-separated and private, set among wooded areas or open fields depending on location preference. The equestrian campsites provide convenient access to trail networks while maintaining proximity to bathrooms. Some sites experience occasional maintenance issues with facilities, particularly during busy periods.

Extensive trail systems connect directly to the campground, offering numerous riding opportunities throughout Groton State Forest. Riders have access to the nearby rail trail which extends for many miles through scenic Vermont countryside. Multiple ponds are accessible within short riding distance, including Osmore Pond, Kettle Pond, and Ricker Pond, providing water access for both campers and horses. The park charges $28 per night plus a $5 daily fee per adult for state park access. Potable water is available on-site though spigots are not threaded for direct RV connection. The campground operates seasonally from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. Wildlife is abundant in the area, with moose and bear activity reported, requiring appropriate food storage and campsite management practices.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Jeffersonville, Vermont (3)

    1. AuSable Chasm Campground

    11 Reviews
    Keeseville, NY
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (518) 834-9990

    "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."

    2. New Discovery State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Marshfield, VT
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (802) 426-3042

    $20 - $38 / night

    "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 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."

    3. Groton Forest Road Campground

    4 Reviews
    Marshfield, VT
    33 miles
    +1 (802) 426-4122

    $35 / night

    "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."

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Jeffersonville, VT

21 Reviews of 3 Jeffersonville Campgrounds

  • 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.

  • Susan S.
    Aug. 21, 2018

    AuSable Chasm Campground

    Beautiful Area

    The workers are very accomodating. They are across the road from the Chasm to hike, Tube down the river , raft, rock climb , adventure course. 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. The Chasm has their own store and cafe

  • Levi M.
    Sep. 4, 2018

    AuSable Chasm Campground

    Cute and Quaint

    Upon arrival, the front desk clerk was very nice and helpful. We found our way to the tent sites, nestled in the very back corner which for us was exactly what we like. Sites were a medium distance apart but still spacious enough to not be close to neighbors. Showers and restrooms were nearby and it being a weekday, there really wasn’t much traffic of campers or hikers. It was cozy and tucked into the woods with town only being a few miles away!

  • jonathan M.
    May. 18, 2022

    Groton Forest Road Campground

    Horrible

    If I could leave a no star rating, I would. To anyone who is looking to park there camper for the season, I recommend going elsewhere. The previous owner was a more reasonable guy and well respected. Save yourself the time and energy and do not sign a contract here, unless you want to later be told you have to leave for a reason that will not be discussed. The current owner is a dictator who likes to show favoritism. Please save yourself the trouble and try a different campground, there are plenty in the state of Vermont.

  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 1, 2021

    New Discovery State Park Campground

    Interesting State Park

    This state park has a little bit of everything. There are sites with electric hookups as well as some without. Some sites are in the middle of a grassy field while others are tucked in the trees. Site size various pretty vastly as you travel through the campground. There are two main loops, one is more secluded and spaced out than the other. The campground loops have bath houses, complete with coin operated showers. Park staff were attentive and restrooms were being cleaned with frequency. 

    There are more remote walk-in shelters on the Osmore Pond, located within New Discovery State Park. The shelters are rustic, have shared outhouses between a few sites, fire pits and small picnic tables. The remote sites are spaced nicely around the pond along a hiking trail that skirts the perimeter. The walk from the parking area to the shelters varies, depending what side of the pond you are camping on. If bringing a full-sized cooler(or other large/luxury car camping items) be sure you are heading to a site closer to the parking area. It would be a challenge to get some of those larger, heavier items to sites across the pond from the parking lot.

  • T
    Aug. 8, 2018

    AuSable Chasm Campground

    Nice campground

    Pretty decent campground with lots of sites anod close by to some fun attractions.

  • R
    Jul. 19, 2020

    New Discovery State Park Campground

    Great site, poorly maintained facilities

    I camped at New Discovery this weekend, the sites are well separated and private. The grounds are beautiful and well situated to enjoy Groton State Forest. My complaint is in regards to the maintenance of the facilities. The Women’s bathroom ran out of toilet paper and was never replaced. More upsetting was that the soap container was empty all weekend. At a time like this hand washing is more important than ever! It was very disappointing!

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 8, 2019

    AuSable Chasm Campground

    Closest campground to Ausable Chasm

    We travel in a 17-foot camper van, but no one ever believes that we are no bigger than a standard cargo van and can easily fit in a regular size parking space. Upon arrival at Ausable Chasm, 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. We were finally able to convince the staff that we could take a standard tent site, which was more than big enough. 

    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. 

    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. The bathrooms were clean and had soap, paper towels, a garbage receptacle, and a mirror in each. 

    Lots of ant hills throughout the campground so be cautious where you set up a tent. Each site has a picnic table and a fire ring. Large and nice-looking playground, pool, volleyball net, disc golf and mountain biking/hiking trails. It also looked like there were cross country ski trails but not sure if the campground or cabins would be open in the winter. 

    Biggest advantage is that Ausable Chasm(a separate business) is directly across the street from the campground and it is very close to the ferry that will take you to Burlington, VT, our next destination.

  • Y
    Aug. 19, 2023

    AuSable Chasm Campground

    So fun!

    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. 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.

Guide to Jeffersonville

Vermont offers a fantastic experience for horse camping enthusiasts, with a variety of campgrounds that cater to both equestrian needs and outdoor adventures.

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Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • Groton Forest Road Campground features sites with ample space and facilities that accommodate horse camping, ensuring a comfortable stay for both you and your equine companions.

Tips for equestrian camping near Jeffersonville, Vermont

  • When visiting AuSable Chasm Campground, be prepared for the terrain; some sites may require extra leveling for your horse trailer, so bring along blocks or leveling gear.

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