Top Summer Horse Camps in the Northeast
As the days grow longer and the warmth of summer approaches, the excitement of horse summer camp registration opening is palpable! Imagine the thrill of daily riding, the joy of making horsey friends, and the adventure of outdoor activities. Summer camp is not just a to-do list item, it's an experience that should be cherished. If you or your child is ready for a summer filled with all things equine, these top summer camp locations are waiting for you.
Camp Farwell - Newbury, VT
Located in beautiful Vermont, on Halls Lake, Camp Farwell has a 100-acre property with an endless variety of activities, including horseback riding, horse farming, cooking, team sports, performing arts, swimming, boating, archery, and tennis. Founded in 1889, Camp Farwell works to build self-esteem and develop self-confidence.
Camp Laurel - Readfield, ME
If you are looking for a co-ed camp, it’s hard to beat Camp Laurel. One of New England’s premier summer camps, Camp Laurel, creates cutting-edge programs in a family atmosphere. Located in Maine’s Central Lakes Region, there is also no shortage of water activities after spending the morning at the barn.
Camp Nashoba Day - Littleton, MA
For a day camp experience that offers a blend of fun and learning, Camp Nashoba Day in Littleton, MA is the perfect choice. Spread across 80 acres with a private lake for water activities, the camp offers specialty sports like wakeboarding, sailing, windsurfing, and fishing. In addition, they provide horseback riding, brand-new tennis courses, and archery. Camp Nashoba is committed to offering children between 5 and 15 a well-rounded program of land and water activities, ensuring a summer of fun and learning.
Road’s End Farm Horsemanship Camp - Chesterfield, NH
Road's End Farm is a small summer camp for girls who love being around horses, caring for them, and riding for enjoyment. With 50 saddle horses and 20 miles of trails, the camp program exposes campers to horses and rural life. Lake swimming, river canoeing, and arts and crafts round out the camp program, allowing each camper free time to pursue personal interests.
YMCA Camp Conrad Weiser - Reinhilds, PA
Located on 600 acres in Berks County, PA, Camp Conrad has offered boys and girls camps since 1948. Activities include swimming, canoeing, sailing, horseback riding, arts, ropes course, mountain biking, shooting sports, and leadership. Campers live in modern cabins, accommodating up to 12 campers and two counselors.
Independent Lake Camp - Thompson, PA
Independent Lake Camp is an overnight camp in the Pocono Mountains for ages 6-17. For over 30 years, It has offered 2-8 week sessions to make lasting memories and friends. Activities include circus, trapeze, gymnastics, sports, archery, art, theatre, recording studio, skatepark, water sports, horseback riding, and rocketry.
French Woods Sports and Art Center - Hancock, NY
French Woods is specifically designed for teenagers. Located in the Catskill Mountains, it caters to ages 12-17 and offers extensive and affordable camp sessions. French Woods has an elective program, enabling campers to choose from traditional and non-traditional activities. Programs are offered in sports, arts, technology, extreme sports, circus, rock music, digital music production, dance, water sports, cooking, and horseback riding.