2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area offers opportunities for equestrian camping near Street, Maryland, with primitive youth group camping areas and specific guidelines for horse owners. The 5,600-acre public land includes multiple trails suitable for horseback riding, with water access points throughout the property. The management area maintains several fields appropriate for horses, though permanent corrals are not provided at campsites. Groups must follow detailed regulations found on the park's website when planning overnight stays with horses.
Located approximately 30 minutes from Street, the Natural Resources Management Area connects to an extensive network of bridle paths and equestrian-friendly trails. Riders appreciate the varied terrain that includes wooded areas, open fields, and water crossings suitable for horses of different experience levels. Horse owners need to bring portable corrals or high-line equipment as permanent facilities are limited. The property includes drinking water access for horses and designated areas for trailer parking. Trail riders can access connecting paths that extend through neighboring properties, creating opportunities for extended rides directly from these horse campgrounds. Seasonal considerations affect trail conditions, with spring months occasionally resulting in muddy sections on lower elevation routes.
"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."
"The trails are nice, wooded, uncrowded. Cross the street and you can access the canal trail surrounded by protected land. Great for walking/biking combined with canal traffic watching. "
Available this weekend
from $27 - $45 / night
"We were looking for someplace close to the city but away from the hustle and bustle of our city life, this was the perfect little steal-away; relatively close by, great car camping spots, nice easy hikes"
"Activities See the photo that shows 35 miles of hiking trails. It's an excellent brochure! "
Available this weekend
from $20 - $75 / 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."
"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."
"We loved the lake campground. My kids are age 3-12. There’s running water available, porta potties are very clean and don’t smell and are lit with a street lamp. Very quiet at night."
"This campground has 2 small loops, the Lake Loop and the Fiddler's Loop. Lake loop is the bigger of the two, however the “sites” are smaller and it's more open. It is popular with group tenters."
from $15 - $50 / night
"The campground is in a great location with easy access to Lancaster, Hershey and many other places to explore."
"There is also a great view of the surrounding countryside because it’s up on a big hill. If you’re hauling a big camper you’ll need power for the hills."
"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."
from $25 / night
from $22 - $100 / night
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.
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?
LegendWe spent a weekend at French Creek State Park as our home base for the Chester County Balloon Festival. We stayed for 2 nights at a full-hookup paved site, which ran us $55.25 per night.
WHAT I LIKED:
Peace& Quiet: The state park itself was lovely, serene, and felt nice and spacious.
Prime Location: At just 30 minutes away from the balloon festival, this is the closest campground.
WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
The"Leveling" Challenge: We were at site#C-241, which had a pretty significant slope. It took a few boards under the rear wheels and fully extended jacks just to get us anywhere near level.
Tight Fit for Big Rigs: Even though there was plenty of open space behind our site, the actual driveway pad was too short to comfortably fit our motorhome and Jeep together. Compared to other state parks we’ve visited, the interior roads and layouts felt a bit on the tight side.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
ScoutFlat grounds, level campsites, nice pool, kids have tons of fun!
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.
Horseback camping options near Street, Maryland offer unique overnight experiences for equestrians throughout the region. The terrain ranges from rolling hills to forested areas, with elevations between 300-500 feet above sea level. Most equestrian camping facilities in the area require advance reservations, particularly during peak season from April through October when temperatures typically range from 55-85°F.
Trail riding with water access: At Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area, riders can explore multiple interconnected trails with designated water crossings. The 5,600-acre property includes both wooded and open terrain suitable for various riding skill levels.
Lake recreation after rides: Lums Pond State Park Campground offers paddling options after trail riding. "There are separate, individual shower rooms. Great for outdoor activities. Nearby grocery stores and restaurants," notes camper Adam and Suzanne B. The park features kayaking opportunities on the pond after a day with horses.
Historical excursions: Equestrians camping near Street can trailer horses to Artillery Ridge Campground for battlefield access. "Direct access to battlefield trails right there," reports Peter K. The campground connects to an extensive network of historical riding paths through Gettysburg National Military Park.
Spacious sites for equipment: Many equestrian campers appreciate the room available at campsites near Street. At French Creek State Park Campground, "All sites have a paved level area which made set up a breeze. Sites were not on top of each other," according to Jen R. This provides ample space for portable corrals and horse equipment.
Clean facilities after dusty rides: Equestrians value clean shower facilities after trail riding. "The bath house was absolutely immaculate, and the design made even my public-bathroom-phobic sister-in-law comfortable and at ease," shares Mark about facilities at Lums Pond State Park Campground.
Varied terrain options: Riders appreciate the diverse riding opportunities near Street. "The trails were well marked, and the day we took a hike, we ended up on the equestrian trail that runs all the way around the pond. It was a long, but easy hike," notes Mark about Lums Pond, highlighting trails suitable for different horse experience levels.
Reservation requirements: Most horse campgrounds near Street require advance planning. "Book early because it fills up fast!" advises Ellen B. about Lums Pond State Park Campground. For group horse camping at Fair Hill, specific guidelines must be followed with details on their website.
Seasonal impacts: Spring conditions can create challenging trail sections at lower elevations. At Hibernia County Park, "The sites are farther from the lake than I expected and there are no running water bathrooms," reports Chelsea, indicating facilities may be more limited than expected during certain seasons.
Trailer parking considerations: When visiting with horses, trailer parking logistics matter. "We were in site #32 & #34 in Loop B and the kids had a lot of room to run and play between the two sites," explains Jen R. at French Creek State Park, demonstrating how multiple adjacent sites may be necessary for groups with horse trailers.
Multi-activity options: Families bringing horses can enjoy additional recreation. "There is a huge lake where you can rent canoes and kayaks. A huge pool that has a beautiful view overlooking the lake," says Jen R. about French Creek State Park. This provides alternatives when children need breaks from riding.
Playground access: Gettysburg Campground offers play areas for children after riding. "It is a wonderful place to have Kids. tons of things for them to do. we were in tent sites which felt bigger than most and were right by river," reports Kelly J., highlighting facilities that complement horse activities.
Educational opportunities: Combine horse camping with learning experiences. "We took a horse carriage ride through the battlefields, Picketts Charge and the peach orchard with a private guide to learn every ounce of the battlefield," shares MJ B. about Artillery Ridge Campground, demonstrating how historical education can enhance equestrian camping trips.
RV site selection: When bringing horses and RVs, site placement matters. At Starlite Camping Resort, "Overall the sites were large, with trees between, providing additional privacy," notes Craig F. This allows proper spacing for both horse trailers and RVs.
Water access planning: RVers with horses should plan for water needs. "There is one spigot at the 'bathroom'," explains Jennifer S. about Hibernia County Park, indicating that water access points may require additional hoses or portable water containers for horse care.
Hookup considerations: Electric needs increase with horse camping equipment. "We had two sites this trip with water and electric, but they do have quite a few full hook-up sites," reports Craig F. about Starlite Camping Resort, suggesting securing sites with appropriate power for horse-related equipment like electric fencing or water pumps.
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