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Artillery Ridge Campground in Gettysburg offers equestrian facilities with full-service horse stalls and guided horseback tours of the historic battlefield. Located adjacent to Gettysburg National Military Park, this horse-friendly campground provides direct access to historically significant terrain where cavalry units once traveled. The campground features various accommodation options including tent sites, RV spots with full hookups, and cabins. Horses receive dedicated care facilities on the property, which includes the National Riding Stables rescue horse program. The campground maintains proper water access points for horses and provides ample trailer parking for equestrians. Sites are gravel and fairly level, making setup convenient for those traveling with horse trailers. Most campsites offer water, electric, and sewer connections while maintaining proximity to the equine areas.
The horseback riding experience at Artillery Ridge connects visitors directly with Civil War history, as riders follow trails through actual battlefield terrain. Guided tours on rescue horses allow riders to experience the landscape from the same vantage point as historical cavalry units. Water access for horses remains consistent throughout the camping season, with the campground maintaining proper hydration stations. The nearby trail system accommodates various riding skill levels and durations, from brief introductory rides to more extensive battlefield tours. Trail access begins directly from the campground property, eliminating the need to transport horses after arrival. Horse owners appreciate the combination of camping comfort and quality equine accommodations, with clean stalls and proper care facilities. The campground's location puts riders just minutes from downtown Gettysburg while maintaining the natural setting appropriate for horses.
"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."
"I always appreciate the near solitude experience of this campground as 90% of the sites are RV sites, that are kept away from the tenting area."
"If you’re looking for a backwoods, off-the-beaten-path type of campground, this isn’t it."
"There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation."
"History buffs will like to explore the park surrounding the campground. Fun little water park within walking distance of all campsites that was great for kids."
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from $43 - $100 / night
"We have been camping here for nearly 20 years. Each military tour brought us back to this area so Pohick became our second home. Our kids kayak now older but used to walk the trails as little kids."
"We enjoyed sitting around the campfire at night and walking the dogs down to the water. We were right next to a hiking trail that went down to the water and a beach area."
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from $37 - $170 / night
from $22 - $100 / night
"Some reviewers have confused nearby State Parks with the actual State Forest, resulting in inaccurate information."
"Every January for the last few years some friends and I have gone and camped along the Appalachian Trail."
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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.
ScoutWe stayed in site #133 with our 34'10" travel trailer/toy hauler. Overall, we really like the site. It's spacious, fairly level, heavily wooded, and feels surprisingly private. There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation. We had a nice large area for our chairs, fire pit, picnic table, and dogs. The biggest thing to know about #133 is the approach. We were instructed to pass the site, go around the loop, and then make a left turn into it. With our nearly 35' trailer, that would have required an extremely tight, almost 90-degree turn between the trees, and we did not feel we could safely make it. There is actually visible damage on one of the trees at the entrance, so it appears others may have had difficulty with the turn as well. Instead, we approached from the opposite direction and positioned the camper with our doors facing the main campsite area. That put the water and electric hookups on the opposite side, but our hoses and cord were long enough to run underneath the camper and reach without a problem. Once we figured that out, the site worked very well for us. I initially thought we probably wouldn't choose #133 again because of the awkward setup, but after spending the weekend here, I would. Now that we know how to approach and position our trailer, it really is a nice site. If you're bringing a longer travel trailer, just be prepared to do a little maneuvering and make sure your water hose and electrical cord have enough length if you decide to orient your camper the way we did.
ScoutSimple and friendly check in process. Clean and well-maintained site.
ScoutStaff is friendly and everything is kept up well, newly renovated pool and pavilion area.
LegendWe spent 4 nights at Gettysburg Campground to attend the AIM Club Rally(Lincoln’s Legacy- Gettysburg 250), and it served as base camp for the event.
WHAT I LIKED:
Location, Location, Location: This park is an absolute winner for convenience—just 5 minutes from the Gettysburg battlefields, museums, and the heart of town.
The Atmosphere: The staff gave us a warm reception at check-in, and the site itself was clean, well-maintained, and spacious enough to back up to a running creek. Lots of mature trees offer lots of shade and character.
Big-Rig Friendly: Navigating a 45-foot motorhome with a toad can sometimes be stressful, but this park was easy to maneuver.
WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
Late-Night Power Struggles: On our final night, the campground experienced grid strain. Our Hughes Watchdog Power Center saved the day—but it had to shut off our power 7 different times due to low voltage. Aside from losing a few hours of sleep to the chorus of appliances cycling off and on, no harm was done. I recommend using a surge protector/voltage regulator if you stay here.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
ScoutFlat grounds, level campsites, nice pool, kids have tons of fun!
ScoutI am writing this review because what happened to me at Bull Run Regional Park Campground was not just inconvenient—it was humiliating, unprofessional, and completely avoidable.
I camp in my Tesla. I have already stayed at this exact campground before with no issue. Their online reservation system allowed me to book again—no warnings, no restrictions, nothing to indicate a problem. So I drove all the way from North Carolina to Virginia trusting that everything was fine.
When I arrived to check in, the office staff was literally handing me the paperwork. Out of nowhere, a ranger barged in and bluntly told me: “You cannot camp in a Tesla. You need a separate rig.”
His tone was rude, dismissive, and made me feel like I was doing something dirty or cheap. There was zero respect, zero empathy—just instant judgment. I felt like I was being treated as if I was trying to sneak in or break rules, even though they allowed the booking and accepted my reservation.
If they have such a rule, why wasn’t I notified during booking? Why was I allowed to stay the first time? Why let me drive for hours only to embarrass me at the check-in counter?
The office employee even tried to defend me, but he couldn’t convince the ranger. Instead, they told me I could not stay and promised an immediate refund.
After a long drive, being spoken to like that was extremely disappointing. I’ve camped all over North Carolina and never been treated with such disrespect. Camping in a Tesla is clean, quiet, zero-emission, and safe, yet I was made to feel like I didn’t belong.
To make matters worse, it has now been seven days and not a single dollar of the refund has appeared. When I called, the office representative didn’t even ask for my reservation details and seemed completely clueless. She first said she couldn’t do anything, then suddenly changed her story and said she would “leave a note.” When I asked to speak with someone who could actually help, she put me on hold and suddenly claimed the manager had “just refunded” me and that I would see the money in two business days.
After everything that happened, it felt like another layer of indifference and incompetence.
This entire experience—from the rude ranger to the unprofessional refund handling—left me feeling disrespected and upset. For a campground that charges over $75 a night after fees and taxes, the treatment I received was unacceptable.
Guests deserve honesty, clear communication, and basic respect.
TravelerNice clean and open sites but we stayed in the 400 section which was separate from the main campground. Very easy check in. Did it online and just pulled up to the little shack they have and grabbed our packet. We didn’t use the bathhouse but it was very clean. A little older and could probably use a little updating. The campground is only a mile and a half from town which was awesome and direct access to battlefield trails right there. The only complaint we had was the WiFi was awful. Maybe it was because of the section we were in but once the campground filled up it was useless.
Artillery Ridge Campground in Gettysburg provides equestrian camping facilities within a 50-mile radius of New Market, Maryland. Located in the gently rolling hills of the Mid-Atlantic region at approximately 500 feet elevation, this area offers temperate camping conditions most of the year with occasional winter snow. Travelers seeking horse-friendly accommodations will find gravel sites designed to accommodate trailers with nearby horse stalls.
Battlefield exploration on horseback: At Artillery Ridge Campground, guests can ride through actual Civil War battle sites. "You can take guided tours of the battlefield on horseback. Nice catch and release pond in campground," notes Zack, who visited during a holiday weekend.
Disc golf courses: Bull Run Regional Park offers an 18-hole disc golf course for camping enthusiasts. "I'd recommend taking in a game of disc golf on their 18 hole course," says Rachel L. about nearby Pohick Bay Campground.
Water activities: Several campgrounds feature fishing ponds and water access. Greg W. mentions Artillery Ridge has a "nice little fishing pond," while at Gettysburg Campground, one camper noted, "Great spot. Nice creek with ducks. Close to battlefield."
Historical immersion: Campers appreciate the proximity to significant historical sites. "Camping as close to history as you can get," writes MJ B. about Gettysburg Campground. "Behind the campsite we stayed at, we learned connected to Stangler Farm, which served as a hospital for the wounded."
Proximity to attractions: Many campsites serve as convenient bases for regional exploration. Dave B. notes that Artillery Ridge "is approximately a 3 minute drive from everything in the town of Gettysburg. The battlefields are very close as well."
Quiet wooded sites: Visitors value the natural surroundings. "The sites are nicely spread out. My site had a slight slope, but was easily overcome using additional blocks on the low side to get the trailer level," reports Drew M. about Bull Run Regional Park.
Seasonal variations: Weather conditions vary throughout the camping season. "We stayed at Bull Run Regional Campground on our visit to Washington DC. It was fall and the colors were gorgeous," mentions Roberta K., highlighting the autumn advantages.
Site terrain considerations: Many campgrounds have specific terrain features to note. At Michaux State Forest, one camper described it as "Appalachian mountain range, not bad with 4wheel drive. Very remote and atvs in and out. Clean and well maintained."
Permit requirements: Some locations require advance planning. Jen S. explains that at Michaux State Forest, "camping is free in several areas throughout Michaux State Forest, BUT you usually need to have a camping permit (also free) and you can only stay in designated campsites."
Scheduled activities: Many campgrounds offer organized family events. At Camp Winery, Sammii D. found it was a "Very beautiful spot, did some tent camping. Close to many cool things in the area too."
Playground proximity: Consider site location relative to play areas. Ben G. at Pohick Bay Campground got "a site on the inner loop and it backed to the playground and the bathhouse. The site was spacious."
Educational opportunities: Historical sites provide learning experiences. Brett D. noted Artillery Ridge has an "amazing location to the battlefield and all the tourist attractions. My family and I will be coming back again for another stay."
Leveling requirements: Be prepared for varied site conditions. Stuart O. warns that at Teaberry Parking Area, "It was a very large gravel lot with 5 sites along one side, pretty well spaced."
Hookup availability: Check specific utility options before booking. Jim G. mentions Gettysburg Campground offers "full hookups with cable, all working as expected. Level sites, friendly and efficient staff, decently sized sites long enough for my 32' coach and a toad."
Weather considerations: The area can experience significant rain. At Artillery Ridge, Sean M. shares, "we lost water one morning, and by the time I called in they had already fixed it. The customer service here is excellent, some of the best I've experienced."
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