Artillery Ridge Campground near Gettysburg offers extensive equestrian accommodations with multiple pens and a fenced riding arena specifically designed for visitors traveling with horses. The campground features dedicated horse stalls, a hose wash rack, and ample RV sites positioned near the horse facilities. Many campers appreciate the convenience of being able to bring their own horses and keep them on-site. The campground provides tent sites, RV hookups, and cabins, making it suitable for various camping preferences while accommodating equine companions. Situated adjacent to Gettysburg National Military Park, riders can explore the historic battlefield on guided horseback tours offered through the National Riding Stables located on the grounds.
Tuckahoe State Park Campground on Maryland's Eastern Shore contains equestrian trails with an equestrian center nearby, providing horse owners access to scenic riding routes. The park's trail system extends throughout the 400-acre property, connecting to additional paths at the adjacent Adkins Arboretum. Horse enthusiasts can ride through varied terrain including woods, grasslands, and wetland ecosystems representative of the Eastern Shore. Lums Pond State Park in nearby Delaware also accommodates equestrians with trails suitable for horseback riding and a day-use area where horses are permitted. Both parks maintain clean facilities with water access points throughout the grounds. Visitors should confirm reservation requirements for horse camping in advance, as designated equestrian sites can fill quickly during peak seasons.
"There are some equestrian and tent sites as well. Lots of boating (electric motors only) and kayaking on the pond and a decent amount of hiking."
"I took her older cousins to the fishing pier, and we didn't even get a nibble, but I think it was too cold for panfish that close to shore."
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"Those can be found at the campground entrance. Each loop has a wood shed and clean, well-appointed bathhouse. There are water pumps along the road for refills."
"We were looking to explore Maryland's Eastern Shore and picked Tuckaho because they had electric sites available. We were so pleased with our stay."
from $21 - $70 / night
"This park is a perfect location if you want to explore Gettysburg National Historical Site as you can literally walk across the street and be in the park or venture½ mile up the road and you come to the"
"Behind the campsite we stayed at, we learned connected to Stangler Farm, which served as a hospital for the wounded."
"The only thing about this site specifically is the trail was close by so you’d occasionally see people walking by but not enough that it didn’t still feel secluded."
"I was only one in the forest ATM but saw some hikers occasionally throughout the day walking by."
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GuideGreat campsite. Fire pit, picnic table, swimming pool ( not open), miniature golf course, laundromat, bathrooms, showers, dump station, gathering areas for groups, playground, and even a horse area and stalls for horses. Dog friendly. Staff was very helpful and curious.
GuideWhere we were camping had blown up their dump station. Artillery Ridge helped us out. $10. to dump. If we come to camp in Gettysburg, it will be hear.
ScoutSimple and friendly check in process. Clean and well-maintained site.
ScoutFirst time at this campground really like it a lot will be returning. The bathrooms are always clean. The grounds are always kept up. Just a really nice place to stay. Most of the sites have some kind of shade.
ScoutStaff is friendly and everything is kept up well, newly renovated pool and pavilion area.
LegendOverall, this is a nice, small (about 65 sites) state park with plenty of recreational opportunities inside the park. There is nice separation between sites so you don’t feel like you are on top of your neighbor. Tall trees are scattered about which provide shade at some sites but overall, the park is pretty open. Roads getting to the park are easy to navigate with any size RV. Within the park, roads are paved and free of potholes and there are no low hanging branches. Since the roads are one-way they are not very wide so backing in big-rigs can be a little tight and you might have to run over the grass.
All RV sites are full hook-up and there is a separate area for tents and there is one canvas yurt for rent. The tent sites are nice in that they are tucked along the wood line slightly away from RVs with more privacy and shade. The only downside is that they are pretty far away from the centrally located bathroom and showers. The bathroom has separate rooms for showers which is nice and private. They were tended to daily and very clean. Also, located in the center of the campground is a playground, camp store and laundry. The dumpsters and recycle bins are located in a separate area on the way out of the campground and were frequently full and overflowing. Campsites are paved and some have wide enough that the patio is paved but others have a narrow pad for the RV and gravel patio. We discovered that most sites are level but a few are not (like 22 and 24). The campground is very clean and camp hosts were diligent about picking up trash and cleaning out fire pits every day.
Across the pond (north of the campground) is where most of the amenities are located such as concessions, ball fields, horseshoe pits, disk golf, and more. For those wanting to fish there is a pier in the campground and a self-serve vending machine with bait in it. There are additional fishing piers located in other parts of the park and there are boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards for rent. We stopped in at the Nature Center but it was a bust– just a few taxidermy specimens and not much information. One of the most popular areas of the park is Go Ape which is a ropes/zip line course through the canopy (which does require admission fee). There are nice trails that leave right from the campground– some 17 miles in all. There is a boat launch about a quarter mile from the campground entrance which is suitable for trailerable boats and paddle craft but there are no docks so you can’t leave your boat tied up there. There is an off-leash dog area but it is located far from the campground so it’s best to drive.
ScoutBathrooms are clean and staff is nice
GuideThis campground has everything. Conveniently located, short drive to Dover, Wilmington, Annapolis and Baltimore. The sites were very large and spacious. Sites can accommodate any type of trailer or vehicle. Plenty of site hookups, areas for tents. There is a camp store, several washer and dryers. The best private, individual shower booths and even a pond to go fishing in.
TravelerThis is the most quietest campground. Perfect when you need to go somewhere to think. The people here are very nice. The wildlife is amazing
Camping options near Perry Hall, Maryland include established campgrounds and horse-friendly destinations within driving distance. The region sits within the Chesapeake Bay watershed at elevations typically below 500 feet, with mild springs and falls but humid summers. Most campgrounds remain open from March through November with limited winter availability.
Horseback riding trails: At Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area, equestrian enthusiasts can access dedicated trails throughout the 5,000+ acre property. "There are two primitive youth group camping areas. There are specific rules that need to be followed and the guidelines are on the website," notes camper Gen F.
Kayaking and canoeing: Water recreation opportunities abound at Tuckahoe State Park, located 90 minutes from Perry Hall. "We were looking forward to kayaking along the lake and creek. I was new to the sport and it was windy so the lake was a bit scary to kayak but the creek was perfect. With all the vegetation growing back, it felt like you were in Florida," shares Melissa C.
Hiking networks: Lums Pond State Park offers multiple trail options, including a lake circuit. "An 8 mile loop trail circumnavigates the lake and can be used my bikers, walkers, or runners," explains nancy W. The park also features opportunities for water activities: "We hiked the 7.5mile lake trail with our two pups. It was beautiful and along the way there were opportunities to kayak/sup, beach it, or even play on a ropes course."
Privacy between sites: Blackbird State Forest offers well-spaced tent camping. "The camp sites are spaced out a good amount so each site has good privacy. There are multiple port a potties here but some sites are a bit far from them. Each site has a fire pit, a grill, and two tables with a decent amount of space for tents," reports one camper.
Full hookup options: Several RV-friendly campgrounds provide complete utilities. At Tuckahoe State Park Campground, "The Electric loop has larger back in sites on both sides of the drive loop. The bath house is located in the center of the loop. A separate adjoining loop has a small playground. Sites are 30 amp only (no sewer, no water at each site). Water stations are located around the drive loop."
Horse facilities: Equestrian camping near Perry Hall, Maryland includes Artillery Ridge Campground with dedicated horse facilities. "This campground has horse stalls and rings if you would like to bring your own horses. There were a few families that brought their horses and they were right across from our site. Kids loved being able to see them and get close and even pet them!" writes Ray L.
Military access requirements: Some nearby camping options have restrictions. For Andrews AFB Military FamCamp, a camper notes: "Need military id and reservations to go." These facilities often provide excellent amenities but require proper credentials.
Primitive options exist: Not all campgrounds offer full services. At Blackbird State Forest, "There are a couple portapotties in the camping area, which are a few feet from one campsite, or a few blocks from another. There is one water pump. And there are plenty of hiking trails in the state forest, complete with mushrooms, and deer-hunting-stands."
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