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Artillery Ridge Campground near Gettysburg offers equestrian facilities with boarding stalls and an arena for guests traveling with horses. The campground provides direct access to the Gettysburg National Military Park trails for guided horseback tours through historic battlefield sites. This horse-friendly campground accommodates riders with both their horses and RVs, tents, or cabins in the same location. Sites are gravel and mostly level, with full hookups available for those camping with horse trailers. The eastern region of the campground features horse stalls adjacent to camping sites for convenient access. Sites near the horse facilities allow campers to monitor their animals throughout their stay.
Guided battlefield tours on rescue horses operate directly from the campground's National Riding Stables. Riders can access multiple trail routes through the historic battlefield area that borders the property. The campground includes a dedicated horse wash rack area and ample trailer parking for equestrians. Most reviews note the excellent location for exploring Gettysburg on horseback, with the battlefield literally starting outside the campground entrance. The proximity to both horse trails and historic downtown Gettysburg provides convenient access to local attractions. While other campgrounds in the area offer standard tent and RV accommodations, Artillery Ridge stands out as the primary option for travelers bringing horses to explore the historic region's trail system.
"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."
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.
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!
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.
GuideClean, friendly, nice showers and laundry. Close to battle sites.
GuideWe stayed here mid-week in September so it was very quiet. There was a bit of road noise as our site was close to the entrance. Host was super friendly. They have a bunch of things going on with groups that stay here; next group is quilters with vintage trailers, sorry to miss that. All of the utilities worked just fine. Sites re a bit close to each other, not a lot of foliage between sites.
Artillery Ridge Campground provides camping access directly adjacent to historic Gettysburg National Military Park, with most sites featuring gravel surfaces approximately 10-15 feet apart. The eastern Pennsylvania location serves both casual campers and equestrians seeking horseback exploration of the battlefield. Beyond the equestrian facilities, the campground has recently completed significant renovations adding recreational amenities for all campers.
Battlefield exploration on foot: Artillery Ridge Campground provides immediate access to battlefield trails. "Literally right outside the entrance of the campgrounds is where the battlefield starts. So close to history," notes MJ B., who recommends taking advantage of Ranger-led tours to learn about the battle's progression across all three days.
Fishing at nearby ponds: Gettysburg Campground offers a creek with catch-and-release fishing opportunities. According to Brandon W., "Really nice place. Recommend a site by the creek," while another camper mentions "My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site."
Historic town exploration: Multiple campgrounds provide easy access to downtown Gettysburg. As Paula M. notes about Artillery Ridge Campground, the location is "Close to museum and battleground sites" while being just minutes from restaurants and attractions in town.
Historic immersion: Camping within former battlefield areas creates a deeper connection to the history. A camper at Gettysburg Campground explains, "If you are looking for a campground that is very close to an historical National Park not to mention shopping and restaurants, this is for you."
Family-friendly amenities: Recent renovations have added recreational options beyond the horse facilities. Brett D. mentions Artillery Ridge now offers "Pool, mini golf and live music" that enhance family stays beyond the historical aspects.
Dog-friendly options: Justine I. appreciated how Camp Winery accommodated pets: "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. The national park is mostly dog-friendly."
Seasonal considerations: Some campgrounds near Finksburg operate seasonally. Gettysburg Campground operates from "Early Apr to Mid Nov," requiring advance planning for fall battlefield visits.
Varying privacy levels: Site spacing varies considerably between campgrounds. Jim G. notes about one location: "The two drawbacks are that the sites are quite packed together and the noise of traffic– at least in the frontmost sites– can get rather loud at night."
Terrain challenges: Michaux State Forest provides primitive camping options but with more rugged conditions. Carolyn K. warns it's "Hard to get to" and "Appalachian mountain range, not bad with 4wheel drive. Very remote and atvs in and out."
Playground proximity consideration: Some Artillery Ridge sites experience more foot traffic due to facility locations. One reviewer noted: "The only complain we had was people walking through our sites due us being close to the playground and the noise level on the playground."
Historical education opportunities: MJ B. recommends: "Would definitely recommend a ride out to Gettysburg and this campground, which is right next to the battlefields... You can't get any closer to history than here."
Kid-friendly amenities: Teaberry Parking Area Campground offers more primitive camping with large sites that work well for tent camping families. One reviewer notes the sites are "pretty well spaced" despite being arranged along a parking area.
Level site availability: Most sites at equestrian campgrounds near Finksburg require minimal leveling. Greg W. found Artillery Ridge had "very clean, no trash, and pretty level" sites that accommodated their popup camper easily.
Full hookup considerations: While some campgrounds offer complete hookups, others have more limited options. At Finksburg Forest, RVers can access electric and water hookups but should note there are no sewer connections on site.
RV size restrictions: Not all campgrounds accommodate larger rigs. Sean M. appreciated that "The grounds are nice and shaded, and you don't feel crowded" at Artillery Ridge, but notes that construction temporarily limited some premium sites.
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