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Best Campgrounds near Fairfield, PA

950 Reviews

Camping options near Fairfield, Pennsylvania range from established campgrounds to rustic sites within the surrounding forests and parks. The area includes several developed facilities like Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA, Caledonia State Park Campground, and Gettysburg Campground, all offering a mix of tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin accommodations. These campgrounds are situated within a short drive of historic Gettysburg and the Appalachian Trail, making them popular bases for exploring the region's significant Civil War sites and natural areas.

Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally, with peak availability from April through October. Caledonia State Park Campground remains open year-round, while others like Gettysburg Campground operate from early April to mid-November. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer weekends and throughout the fall when the changing foliage attracts visitors. The terrain throughout the region consists of rolling hills and wooded areas with moderate elevation changes. Many campgrounds feature electric hookups, drinking water, and shower facilities, though amenities vary significantly between state parks and private operations. A camper noted, "The campground is pleasant, but the sites are situated quite close to one another. The camping area is away from the main parts of the park through gates, so you won't be bothered by non-camp traffic."

Campers consistently highlight the region's historical significance and natural beauty as major draws. The proximity to Gettysburg National Military Park provides unique opportunities to combine outdoor recreation with historical exploration. Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground, located about 20 miles west of Fairfield, marks the midpoint of the Appalachian Trail and offers excellent hiking opportunities. Several visitors mention the quality of nearby trails and water features as highlights of their stay. Sites with water views tend to be the most sought-after, particularly at Gifford Pinchot State Park where lakefront camping is available. As one reviewer described their experience at Pine Grove Furnace, "This is a great little campground with lots of electric sites and nice, updated bathrooms. It's at the midpoint of the Appalachian Trail so there are lots of great hikes as well as a nice path between the two lakes."

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Best Camping Sites Near Fairfield, Pennsylvania (139)

    1. Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA

    26 Reviews
    Fairfield, PA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 642-5713

    "Spent 2 nights at Gettysburg KOA in July while touring Pennsylvania with granddaughter. Very convenient to historical stuff. Large sites, separated by rocks and trees. Quiet and private."

    "Our site was very spacious, beautifully landscaped and wooded, but right next to the road. There was a buffer of trees, but unfortunately that didn’t make much of a difference with regard to noise."

    2. Caledonia State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Fayetteville, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 352-2161

    $24 - $151 / night

    "Stayed here two nights while visiting Gettysburg (short 20mi drive between the two). Stayed on Chinquapin Hill, each site has picnic table and fire ring and good space for camp."

    "It’s a fantastic state park with great picnic areas next to the creek. You can also drive up the road to the dam where there’s a beautiful lake with fishing, kayaking, etc."

    3. Gettysburg Campground

    26 Reviews
    Gettysburg, PA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 642-5713

    "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."

    4. Artillery Ridge Campground

    24 Reviews
    Gettysburg, PA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 334-1288

    "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."

    5. Owens Creek Campground — Catoctin Mountain Park

    28 Reviews
    Sabillasville, MD
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 663-9388

    $30 / night

    "We stayed at site 28 which is right next to the little bridge over the creek for easy access to the trails and near the bathrooms."

    "Our campsite was quiet with the creek right behind us and had lots of privacy. This place is a great campground to go during summer as it's tucked in the mountains with lots of tree coverage."

    6. Granite Hill Camping Resort

    16 Reviews
    Fairfield, PA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 642-8749

    "Great shade and access to the playground. You can let the kids play all day while sitting at your campsite cooking and just hanging. It’s only 15 yards for the play set."

    "Nice place to camp me and the wife was there July 4th weekend close to the pool"

    7. Houck - Cunningham Falls State Park

    24 Reviews
    Thurmont, MD
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 271-7574

    $21 - $65 / night

    "Camp next to the president."

    "There are a few vineyards and breweries nearby. Gettysburg, PA is close as is Frederick, MD. Our site was level and had a good view of the woods. Family was staying in site next to us, site 12."

    8. Gettysburg

    11 Reviews
    Gettysburg, PA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 337-3363

    $66 - $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."

    9. Manor - Cunningham Falls State Park

    22 Reviews
    Thurmont, MD
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 271-7574

    $23 - $29 / night

    "Deer Spring Loop is near the top of the mountain.

    This is not a pet friendly loop.

    Site 112 is level, mostly shaded, backs up to the woods and has electric.

    The site is between two cabins."

    "Only one trail leading out. Ground is all gravel so bring a mat. Also VERY close to highway 15 so we heard traffic and j-breaks and motorcycles all night."

    10. Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    Peach Glen, PA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 486-7174

    $24 - $43 / night

    "It’s at the midpoint of the Appalachian Trail so there are lots of great hikes as well as a nice path between the two lakes. Our new favorite in Pennsylvania!"

    "We were right at the intersection near the campground entrance and one of the other loops, but it wasn't noisy at all. The drinking water was right next to our site, which was handy."

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  • Marcandpatti B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Gettysburg Campground

    Good spot for Gettysburg, a bit spendy.

    We 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.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Artillery Ridge Campground

    Great location and friendly staff

    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. My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site. The staff was super friendly and welcoming.

  • p
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Artillery Ridge Campground

    Rv stay

    Site and bathrooms clean. Activities provided free each day. Food trucks in park. Close to museum and battleground sites.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Round Top Campground

    Better than OK

    Stayed for 2 days while passing through from FL to NH. Off-season so not crowded. Pool was clean and quite good sized, had it to ourselves due to season. Did laundry while here, ample laundry room. On-site extras include food-truck restaurant and small country goods vendor during our stay. Office staff did ok. Sites have reasonable spacing with gravel pads, mostly level. Trees between sites with sloping hills , not just a big open field. It’s a corporate site so automated web-based reservation system was finicky so we had to verify reservation went through. Tried to book 2 nights but system only set us up for 1. Phone call to help line easily resolved the issue. Quiet and no spotlights on all night.

  • Stephen W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Hersheypark Camping Resort

    Very clean campground friendly staff

    We stay here once a year in September. Stone surface. Not to bad for leveling. Our site was spacious.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Harpers Ferry Campground - River Riders

    Awesome views on the Potomac

    Very cool spot. Amazing sites right on the Potomac. There is a Ale House above the office that delivers for free to your site (2.5 miles away), just tip the driver

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    Peace and quiet !

    Great spot! We had site 114 . It has water access and is right next to a small man made beach and playground. Bathrooms were in good shape. Sites were of ample size and well spaced.

  • eThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 21, 2025

    Round Top Campground

    I camped and worked here.

    I’m a shamanic energy healer and health enthusiast exploring a new life and hunting for healthy. While this campground has some nice features. This certainly is not a health conscious facility. Lots of smoking, drinking and unhealthy food. There was also evidence of mice in the main store and definitely issues with the water.

  • R
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Deer Run Campgrounds

    Good for kids

    It's very nice here, good for kids, big pool. The sites for campers are very tight.

Guide to Fairfield

Camping near Fairfield, PA, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The lake is very nice and it's a very family park! There are some neat places around and markets are close by."
  • Fishing: Enjoy fishing at Codorus State Park Campground. A camper shared, "Lovely areas to relax and explore. We highly recommend that you rent a pontoon boat to head out and explore!"
  • Historical Sites: Visit the Gettysburg area for its rich history. One reviewer from Gettysburg Campground said, "Was very easy to access from the campground. The campground was packed out."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the bathhouses. A visitor at Greenbrier State Park Campground noted, "The bath houses & sites are always clean, camp hosts are friendly and park rangers are present and helpful."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many enjoy the peacefulness of the campgrounds. One camper at Cowans Gap State Park Campground mentioned, "Even on Labor Day weekend, it didn’t feel busy because of how few sites are in this section."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like Cunningham Falls State Park offer great amenities for kids. A parent shared, "My kids also LOVED the swimming lake -- especially great for small kids."

What you should know:

  • No Alcohol Allowed: Many campgrounds, such as Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground, have strict no alcohol policies. A reviewer pointed out, "NO alcohol allowed."
  • Site Spacing: Some campgrounds have close sites. A visitor at Gettysburg Campground said, "We were also on buddy hookups with our neighbors. Was quiet and had what we needed but expensive for what they consider 'premium.'"
  • Limited Amenities: Campgrounds like Owens Creek Campground may not have electric hookups or showers. One camper noted, "The sites are very clean but close to each other."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Cunningham Falls State Park that have playgrounds and swimming areas. A parent mentioned, "Nice playground by the lake."
  • Plan for Activities: Bring games and outdoor toys to keep kids entertained. One camper at Greenbrier State Park Campground said, "There is one dog-friendly loop."
  • Check for Quiet Hours: Be mindful of noise levels, especially at campgrounds with close sites. A visitor at Codorus State Park Campground noted, "People don't understand quiet after 10 PM."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Caledonia State Park Campground mentioned, "I would give my site an 8. It would be a 10 if the utilities were closer to the back of the site."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Some campgrounds have limited stores. A visitor at Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground advised, "The store is really just a small carry out with a few things, so bring everything you are planning to have in with you."
  • Plan for No Cell Service: Many campgrounds, like Cowans Gap State Park Campground, have no cell service. One camper said, "No checking emails or FB or other social media was fine by me."

Camping around Fairfield, PA, offers a variety of experiences, from quiet retreats to family-friendly adventures. Whether you're in a tent or an RV, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Fairfield, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Fairfield, PA is Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA with a 4.5-star rating from 26 reviews.

What parks are near Fairfield, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Fairfield, PA that allow camping, notably Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park and Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park.

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