Frontier Town Campground provides a hub for horse enthusiasts seeking equestrian camping near New Haven, Vermont. Located in the eastern Adirondacks, this specialized facility sits at approximately 1,300 feet elevation in a region with distinct seasonal changes. The campground remains open during summer and early fall when temperatures range from 50°F to 80°F, with occasional summer storms that can temporarily affect trail conditions.
What to do
Trail riding access: Frontier Town connects directly to numerous riding routes throughout the Adirondack region. As one visitor noted, "The trails are well marked and well maintained" with options for riders of various experience levels.
Mountain biking: New Discovery State Park Campground offers excellent cycling opportunities. "Right along a long rail trail where you can put in many miles and not even know it," explains one camper who enjoyed the extensive network of paths surrounding the park.
Swimming and boating: Water activities are available near several campgrounds. 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." Kayak, canoe, paddle boat and paddleboard rentals are typically available during summer months.
What campers like
Spacious equestrian sites: The equestrian camping area at Frontier Town Campground features exceptionally large sites. "The sites in the equestrian camping area are huge and so clean," reports one camper, noting the open layout works well for those requiring satellite connectivity: "It's really open with little tree cover which is perfect for those who work remote using Starlink."
Clean facilities: Many campers highlight the well-maintained bathrooms. At Frontier Town, one visitor observed, "The bathrooms are the cleanest I've seen so far and we do this full time." Another camper added, "Everything looked spic and span like it had just opened last month."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The region supports diverse wildlife. At New Discovery State Park, campers report seeing evidence of local animals: "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."
What you should know
Supply limitations: Plan ahead for camping supplies. At Frontier Town, one camper advises, "Get your supplies before you arrive! Not many places around to quickly grab charcoal if you need it."
Water access considerations: At Groton Forest Road Campground, campers can find water hookups, but other parks have different setups. As one visitor to New Discovery State Park noted, "the spigots for the water are not threaded. 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."
Seasonal insect activity: Early summer camping may encounter insects. A Frontier Town camper warned, "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."
Tips for camping with families
Beach access: AuSable Chasm Campground offers family-friendly amenities near water. One visitor mentioned, "Pretty decent campground with lots of sites and close by to some fun attractions." The pool is clean and children enjoy the playground facilities.
Nature programs: Some parks offer educational opportunities. Branbury State Park features "a nature center with all kinds of information and activities. A large playground. Volleyball and horseshoe pits."
Space for activities: Look for sites with room for play. One camper at Branbury State Park appreciated that "We stayed in a wooded area surrounded by large rocks my daughter could climb on. The beach was nearby and included in the stay with horseshoes and a playground."
Tips from RVers
Site selection considerations: When choosing an equestrian camping site, be aware of layout issues. One RVer noted at Frontier Town that "Sites are built wrong so it is hard to get you camper into your site correct."
Electrical access placement: At equestrian sites, the electrical connections may be positioned differently than standard RV sites. A camper observed, "I drove through the equestrian loop and found it very confusing. Lots of fences and shared pedestals."
Size accommodation: Some sites offer exceptional space for larger rigs. One camper 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 starling cable did not even reach all the way back out to the road."
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