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Most sites are secluded. There is a creepy old cemetery in walking distance. Nice showers on site !!
Equestrian Camping near South Burlington, VT
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Frontier Town Campground in North Hudson, New York offers equestrian camping facilities approximately 54 miles from South Burlington. The campground features electric and water hookups accommodating both RVs and tent campers, with dedicated areas for horses and their owners. Bathrooms remain immaculate with regular maintenance by staff members. The campground provides spacious sites with some large enough to fit multiple large RVs, though campers should note that some sites can be challenging to back into due to their configuration. The old-growth forest setting creates a natural camping environment with morning sun best experienced on west-side road sites.
Located within the Adirondack region, Frontier Town serves as a strategic base for exploring trails from Lake George to Ticonderoga. The campground connects to nearby hiking and riding opportunities with sufficient trailer parking for equestrian visitors. While the equestrian loop layout includes shared pedestals and fencing that some visitors find confusing to navigate, the facilities remain well-maintained. Seasonal considerations affect the camping experience, with June visitors noting significant insect activity around the campground. The recently constructed facilities appear new and well-maintained, though the campground becomes considerably busier on weekends when reservations are recommended. Water access and hookups allow for proper horse care during extended stays.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near South Burlington (5)
1. AuSable Chasm Campground
"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. Branbury State Park Campground
"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."
3. New Discovery State Park Campground
"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 !!"
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $38 / night
4. Frontier Town Campground
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $50 / night
5. Groton Forest Road Campground
"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
Drive Time
- 4 min from Burlington, VT
- 1 hr 55 min from Glens Falls, NY
- 2 hrs 20 min from Manchester, NH
- 2 hrs 39 min from Albany, NY
Equestrian Camping Reviews near South Burlington, VT
37 Reviews of 5 South Burlington Campgrounds
- RRebecca Y.
TravelerAuSable 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).
Chelsea B.
RangerFrontier Town Campground
So clean!
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. 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.
J L.RangerBranbury 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!
Charles K.TravelerFrontier Town Campground
Best rustic camping in Adarondacks
Stayed 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.
Miccal M.
LegendNew 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.
- BButch K.Ranger
Frontier Town Campground
New, very nice, with killer bugs
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. 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.
Laura M.LegendNew 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.
ScoutAuSable 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 South Burlington
Equestrian camping near South Burlington, Vermont offers access to several campgrounds where riders can bring their horses and enjoy the verdant mountain landscape. The Adirondack and Green Mountain regions surrounding South Burlington feature elevations ranging from 300 to 4,000 feet, creating diverse terrain for trail riding. Summer temperatures typically range from 60-85°F during the day, with cooler evenings that can drop into the 40s.
What to do
Trail riding in Groton State Forest: Located about an hour from South Burlington, Groton Forest Road Campground provides access to extensive trail networks. "Great for Campers and tenters. Good fishing and plenty of hiking," notes Chris H., who gave the campground five stars.
Swimming in Lake Dunmore: Branbury State Park Campground offers beach access with swimming areas during summer months. "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," reports Lisa S.
Adventure sports at AuSable Chasm: Try rafting, tubing, or rock climbing at AuSable Chasm Campground, about an hour west of South Burlington. "They are across the road from the Chasm to hike, Tube down the river, raft, rock climb, adventure course," explains Susan S., highlighting the variety of activities.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Many campgrounds offer well-spaced sites that provide seclusion. At New Discovery State Park Campground, "The sites are well separated and private. The grounds are beautiful and well situated to enjoy Groton State Forest," according to Robin B.
Access to multiple water bodies: The region features numerous lakes and ponds for water activities. One camper at Branbury State Park notes, "I've stayed here a few times, and I've enjoyed each visit. The day use section has a wonderful beach with a swimming area and boat launch."
Natural wooded sites: The forest setting creates a true outdoor experience. At AuSable Chasm Campground, Levi M. describes, "Sites were a medium distance apart but still spacious enough to not be close to neighbors. Showers and restrooms were nearby... It was cozy and tucked into the woods with town only being a few miles away!"
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Insect activity varies throughout the camping season. A visitor to Frontier Town noted, "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."
Water hookup compatibility: Some campgrounds have non-standard water connections. At New Discovery State Park Campground, Laura M. explains, "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."
Reservation requirements: Many campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "Reservations are def a plus. Can be difficult to get into on the weekend," advises Saige V. about Groton Forest Road Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Look for campgrounds with playgrounds: Several parks offer dedicated play areas for children. Camper J L. at Branbury State Park shares, "Spacious sites, hiking trails, biking trails, nice beach and grounds... A large playground. Volleyball and horseshoe pits. Definitely will be returning!"
Consider lean-to sites for tent camping: These structures provide extra shelter and a unique experience. "The lean-to sites are really cool, and if I was tent camping I think they'd be so fun to sleep in," recommends Laura M. about New Discovery State Park.
Check bathroom facilities: Clean, well-maintained restrooms make family camping more comfortable. "The bathrooms were always clean and well maintained. Park staff very friendly!" reports J L., which can be particularly important when camping with children.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds have sites that require significant leveling equipment. A camper at Frontier Town Campground mentions, "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."
Check site dimensions: RV sites vary greatly in size across the region. At AuSable Chasm, Lee D. describes, "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."
Road conditions: Access roads to some campgrounds may be challenging. At AuSable Chasm Campground, a reviewer noted, "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."
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