Codorus State Park Campground's pet-friendly sites accommodate dogs in designated areas with spacious, shaded campsites. The park features multiple loops where pets are welcome, with Loop A offering non-electric sites in heavily wooded areas and Loop C providing electric hookups with ample shade. Sites are large and level, allowing plenty of room for pets to relax on-leash. Bathhouses are clean and well-maintained, with several water spigots located throughout the camping areas. The campground enforces standard pet policies including leash requirements and proper waste disposal. Gettysburg Campground, Artillery Ridge Campground, and Gettysburg Battlefield KOA also welcome pets with similar amenities. Some campers have noted occasional issues with barking dogs, but the campground's quiet hours help maintain a peaceful environment for all guests. Campgrounds near Manchester, Maryland are listed with photos on The Dyrt.
Lake Marburg at Codorus provides excellent recreational opportunities for campers with pets, though swimming is not permitted for humans or animals. The park offers numerous hiking trails suitable for leashed dogs, including the Mary Ann Furnace Trail which leads to scenic lake views. Mountain biking trails are also available for more active visitors. The campground's proximity to Hanover, PA (about 9 miles away) provides access to pet supply stores and veterinary services if needed. Gettysburg National Military Park is within a 30-minute drive, offering additional pet-friendly walking opportunities. During summer months, temperatures can get quite hot in the open field pet-friendly sites with no shade or cross breeze, making the interior wooded sites more comfortable for pets. Rangers maintain a presence throughout the campground, helping enforce quiet hours after 10 PM to limit excessive barking.
$20 - $195 / night
"We got a spot for two nights in the pet area. We were shaded by trees, but the spots weren’t very private. Bathroom facilities are nice."
"The open field pet friendly sites are also large but provide no shade and it gets hot! You can feel the difference between these sites and the interior loop sites. "
"Our dog was welcomed. Will definitely be going back. This was our first trip with our camper ever and everyone was helpful"
"It was a VERY dark walk to get to the bathhouse for showers. And the fire pit had no grill, so we ended up having to use the stoves of some RV camping friends for meals."
"We have a motorhome with no additional vehicle and two dogs, and this site couldn’t have been more perfect for us. A dog park, walking distance to most everything we wanted to see."
"Kids loved being able to see them and get close and even pet them! This campground is minutes from town and is practically on the battlefield."
$20 - $90 / night
"I liked the dish washing sinks outside of the shower houses. The site was nice with the tent pad backing up to the trees."
"Our site was in the pet loop and was set back off the road a good amount which kept a lot of the road noise down. It was very large and Iffered gIId trees fIr strIngIng up tarps and hammocks."
"Friendly staff and bonus that it’s pet friendly. Watch out for falling black walnuts in October. We heard them hitting ours and other rigs during our three day stay."
"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."
$30 - $70 / night
"We love all the games there are to play and the dog park is our favorite spot. Overall, it's peaceful and quiet in a nice, wooded setting."
"We stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick."
"Tons of activities and even a hiking path. Pet friendly with small dog park. We had civil war soldiers drilling and staying the weekend we were there. Bathrooms are super clean."
"In addition to that, there is a bounce pad, shuffle board, horseshoes, chess, over-sized jenga, playground, dog park, gem mining, basketball, bikes, wood, propane, etc. and they pick up trash daily right"
$99 - $127 / night
"This campground worked out perfectly..so close to the battlefields. It was only for the weekend but we really enjoyed our stay."
"It also has a lake and cabins available."
"The bathroom near the pool left a little something to be desired. It wasn’t filthy but also wasn’t sparking clean. It was great being close to the battlefield."
"We were there around Halloween and they had decorated the park so nicely. The sounds of the farm animals all around was fun and amusing for us."
$19 - $27 / night
"Pet friendly. Very quiet. I only gave it 4 stars because the camp sites are too close together. Fire pits were well designed, bathrooms were relatively clean."
"It may be close to suburbia (a neighborhood right through the trees) and convenient to major highways (literal minutes to I95), but you will feel like you are truly secluded in the woods."
GuideWe stayed for 10 days in a rustic cabin. Campground is well organized and clean. Tons of activities and even a hiking path. Pet friendly with small dog park. We had civil war soldiers drilling and staying the weekend we were there. Bathrooms are super clean.
GuideWe have a motorhome with no additional vehicle and two dogs, and this site couldn’t have been more perfect for us. A dog park, walking distance to most everything we wanted to see. The national park is mostly dog friendly. My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site. The staff was super friendly and welcoming.
ScoutThe rangers were nice and the campground hosts were sweet. I liked the dish washing sinks outside of the shower houses. The site was nice with the tent pad backing up to the trees. I would rather sleep in a tent any night over a motel room but this time was different. Due to my father passing, me and my daughter stayed there 3 nights. I will be back another time to actually enjoy the lake and being between Lancaster and Gettysburg makes both places easy to access. Next time I will be getting a site away from the group area. It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking. Some of the groups can get rather loud especially when there are a bunch of teens. It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking.
TravelerClean well kept family owned campground. Located a few miles off 81, in the country surrounded by beautiful views. It’s a mix campground of seasonal campers and short term campers. Very family oriented. Very nice off leash fenced dog park.
TravelerThe staff and seasonal campers are all very friendly. The bathrooms are incredibly clean. We love all the games there are to play and the dog park is our favorite spot. Overall, it's peaceful and quiet in a nice, wooded setting.
ScoutOverall great camp ground only thing I noticed is at some of the RV sites the hook ups are in crazy spots some are In the neighboring sites area so you have to drag extensions around them. Also the pool and dog park isn’t on site you have to leave to go to it.
GuideBeautiful campground. Very recently renovated. Very spacious and quiet.
Great little store stocked with everything you need.
Very close to Hersheypark.
Nicest miniature golf course I’ve ever seen at a RV park. Same can be said for the swimming pool, absolutely beautiful. Great little dog park as well.
They have a very nice schedule of monthly events. They had a few food trucks and fruit/vegetable vendors come to the RV park during our stay.
Would stay again.
RangerGreat campground for families. Large water park that goes to 3 ft. Playgrounds, dog park, canteen, mini golf, jumping pillow, laser tag, pedal cars, gem mining are just some of the amenities. Very pricey during peak season. We did the camp & store at about $50/night.
ScoutThis campground is far enough away from home but at the same time close enough for a weekend camping trip. Nice level spots for RVs. A pet area as well as a non-pet area. A lake with a beach, as well as being close to the AT. Close to Gettysburg as well.
Camping near Manchester, Maryland offers wooded sites at elevations around 500-600 feet with mild summer temperatures averaging 80-85°F during peak season. Located near the Pennsylvania border, the area features several campgrounds within a 30-minute drive offering dedicated pet exercise areas, hiking trails, and fishing opportunities suitable for campers with four-legged companions.
Disc golf adventures: Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground offers two 18-hole disc golf courses with different difficulty levels. "The course in the Conewago area is relatively flat, whereas the Quaker Race course is built into the side of the hill leading into the QR day use area, so it is a lot more wooded and hillier," notes camper Danielle V. who also advises to "BEWARE of poison ivy!!"
Fishing opportunities: Lake Marburg at Codorus State Park Campground provides excellent fishing access with specific areas for pet owners. "We caught a handful of bass and an absurd amount of bluegill from shore," reports one visitor to the nearby Gifford Pinchot area, showing the quality of fishing in the region.
Historic battlefield exploration: Located about 30 minutes from Manchester, Gettysburg Campground offers convenient access to historical sites. "The campground was just minutes from downtown Gettysburg. It's nice and out of the way of the busy parts of town," explains Brandon W. Most trails throughout the battlefield are pet-friendly with leash requirements.
Pet-friendly farm experiences: Thousand Trails Gettysburg Farm offers unique animal interactions for families with pets. "We came amidst COVID-19, so the many activities and events this location usually holds are down, BUT there is still fun to be had here! We've enjoyed mini-golf, feeding the animals, 'hiking' through the cornfield, fishing, and campfires," shares Kasey M.
Clean, updated facilities: Many campgrounds in the Manchester area maintain high cleanliness standards. At Artillery Ridge Campground, "The staff are very friendly and helpful. The campground was very well maintained and clean. Bathhouse is updated and clean," notes Zack.
Natural playgrounds: Several parks offer kid-friendly features alongside pet areas. Jennifer S. describes Patapsco Valley State Park: "There is a 'natural' playground in the loop... aka, large rocks and overturned trees. The kids loved it." These areas allow supervised play for both children and leashed pets.
Limited tent privacy: Some campgrounds have better separation between sites than others. At Patapsco Valley State Park, "If you're a tent camper and don't need electric, the sites on the outer loop were quite nice and private," advises Jen V., while "The inner loop was completely full, and the sites were just too closely spaced."
Seasonal variations: Summer visits require planning for heat management. At Merry Meadows Recreation Farm, "We have visited 5x this year. Wooded sites, open sites, tent sites. All great!" notes Amy R., highlighting the importance of selecting shaded sites during warmer months.
Campground host variability: Experiences with staff can differ significantly between parks. While most reviews praise friendly service, one visitor to Merry Meadows reported: "We got yelled at by the only staff member we could find because we asked why the pool was closed because we interrupted her while working."
Playground proximity: Choose sites near play areas for convenience with kids and pets. At Gettysburg Farm, "There is also a pool, hopscotch, a swing set, and a playground open as well," says Kasey M., making it easier to exercise both children and dogs without long walks.
Educational farm interaction: Farm-based campgrounds offer unique learning experiences. "If you love farm animals, that is the spot to be. Got a kick out of the children playing with the kids (baby goats) pigs, goats, chickens, horses and even lamas. Plenty to see and learn," shares Robert M. about Gettysburg Farm.
Beach access consideration: While swimming may be restricted for pets, Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA offers alternative water-based activities. Catherine H. notes about Codorus that "There is no swimming allowed in the lake but there is a pool located at the park," providing options for families while pets remain in designated areas.
Site selection strategy: RV campers should research specific loops for pet accommodation. At Gifford Pinchot, "It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking," mentions Melissa F., highlighting the benefit of designated pet camping areas.
Hookup variations: Different loops offer varying amenities for RVs with pets. At Codorus, "Loop A offering non-electric sites in heavily wooded areas and Loop C providing electric hookups with ample shade," while Gifford Pinchot reports "There is only 20/30amp electricity and NO water or sewer- although there was a dump and a place to fill your water tank."
Access considerations: Larger RVs should note entrance restrictions. One camper at Patapsco Valley warns: "APPROACH THIS PARK ONLY FROM THE WEST IF YOUR VEHICLE IS OVER 11 FEET HIGH. (There is a 11' bridge coming east bound into this park.)" These logistical details are crucial when traveling with pets in larger vehicles.
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