About

The Essex County Horse Organization (ECHO), formed in 2003, is overseeing the creation of a safe, attractive area for the Topsfield Horse Park at Pye Brook Community Park in Topsfield. The Parks and Cemetery Commission enthusiastically approved the project to develop an unused portion of the newly-capped landfill into an arena and safe parking lot for trailers. Access is off of Bare Hill Road. Although planned primarily for the use of horses and riders from all over Essex County, this area will also be shared with practicing sports teams, hikers, bikers, and dogs. The Horse Park is easily accessed by Route 97 and via existing Bay Circuit and Essex County Trails Association (ECTA) trails. ECHO’s relationship with ECTA provides invaluable, ongoing assistance to our efforts.

ECHO’s immediate goal is to fence in the landfill perimeter and to install fencing that will create a designated safe area for equestrian and parking uses. The necessary funds come from our hosted equestrian events, donations, memberships, and various fundraising efforts carried out by ECHO’s members. In gratitude of their help and support, at least one annual show will be held to benefit the Topsfield Parks & Cemetery department.