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Artillery Ridge Campground near Gettysburg offers specialized horse stalls and boarding facilities for equestrians camping in the Pennsylvania countryside. The campground accommodates both horses and riders with full hookup sites for RVs and separate areas for tent camping. Horse stalls are available on-site, allowing visitors to bring their own horses while exploring the historic battlefield areas. The location provides ideal access to trails that traverse the surrounding Civil War battlefields. Sites are gravel and relatively level, with water and electric hookups available at most campsites. The campground features clean bathhouses, a swimming pool, and mini-golf for families.
The horseback riding opportunities include guided battlefield tours directly from the campground grounds. Riders can access trails within minutes of their campsite, as the property connects directly to the Gettysburg National Military Park. Artillery Ridge sits on historic ground that served as an artillery storage area for Union forces during the Civil War. Horse owners must make reservations in advance to secure stall space, particularly during peak summer months when the campground operates at capacity. The proximity to both riding trails and historic Gettysburg town center (approximately 10 minutes away) makes this location particularly convenient for equestrians wanting to combine trail riding with historical tourism. The facilities accommodate various size trailers, though some of the interior roads can be narrow for larger rigs.
"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"
"Campground Review: French Creek State Park Campground is located in Elverson, Pennsylvania and sits adjacent to Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site."
from $20 - $75 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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."
"I took her older cousins to the fishing pier, and we didn't even get a nibble, but I think it was too cold for panfish that close to shore."
from $22 - $40 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Starlight is a nice campground to relax or explore central Pennsylvania."
"The campground is in a great location with easy access to Lancaster, Hershey and many other places to explore."
"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."
"Large campsites at the Lake Loop. Map is a little deceiving- the sites are farther from the lake than I expected and there are no running water bathrooms. Very clean and wooded sites."
from $15 - $50 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $10 / night
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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.
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.
ScoutBathrooms are clean and staff is nice
French Creek State Park Campground is located 23 miles northwest of Felton, Pennsylvania, at an elevation of 600 feet in the Hopewell Big Woods. The 7,526-acre park sits within the largest contiguous forest between Washington D.C. and New York City. Winter camping is available year-round, with temperatures typically dropping below freezing from December through February.
Trail riding on horseback: At Artillery Ridge Campground, visitors can enjoy guided horseback tours of the Gettysburg battlefields with direct trail access. "The location provides ideal access to trails that traverse the surrounding Civil War battlefields... the property connects directly to the Gettysburg National Military Park," making it perfect for equestrians interested in historical riding experiences. One camper noted, "Amazing location surrounded by the national park. The grounds are nice and shaded, and you don't feel crowded."
Fishing opportunities: French Creek State Park Campground offers fishing at two lakes. "There are two lakes, Scotts Run Lake and Hopewell Lake that you can fish at, kayak, canoe or just relax by. There are several warm water fish in the lakes including northern pike, chain pickerel, bass, walleye, muskellunge and several types of panfish." Ice fishing is permitted when conditions allow. "Ice fishing is also allowed at both lakes and the ice thickness is monitored."
Historical exploration: Horse campgrounds near Felton make excellent bases for exploring Civil War history. Many equestrian campers visit Gettysburg Campground for its historical significance. One visitor mentioned, "If you're looking for a campground that is very close to an historical National Park not to mention shopping and restaurants, this is for you." Another noted it's "close to battlefield. Nice creek with ducks."
Private, wooded sites: Campers appreciate the spacious, secluded sites at Starlite Camping Resort. "Overall the sites were large, with trees between, providing additional privacy. Except for the Plateau sites, which have the amazing view, the rest of the campground had a great tree cover! Too often private campgrounds attempt to squeeze as many sites as possible and end up with campers on top of their neighbors, but at Starlight, the sites felt very secluded."
Clean facilities: Lums Pond State Park Campground receives consistently high marks for cleanliness. "Great bath houses, always super clean," commented one visitor. Another noted, "The bathroom facilities and laundry are clean and modern. There are separate, individual shower rooms." A third camper praised the "beautiful park setting with fantastic site— spacious, level, good-working hookups, and paved."
Equestrian amenities: Specialized horse camping near Felton attracts riders from across Pennsylvania. According to campers, Artillery Ridge Campground accommodates both horses and humans well. The campground features "a great horse rescue on the campground. You can take guided tours of the battlefield on horseback." Another camper highlighted that "this is the place for you" if you're "into horses."
Reservation requirements: At Hibernia County Park, campers should know about specific reservation procedures. "This campground is only open on the weekends, in season. Sites can be reserved on line, by phone, or by 'first come, first served' self-registration." The park hosts an annual event requiring advance planning: "Hibernia annually hosts the (super fun!) 'Old Fiddlers Picnic' the second weekend in August. This is the only weekend that you are REQUIRED to call in to reserve."
Seasonal variations: Weather affects camping conditions significantly near Felton. A Lums Pond camper noted, "In February, about 1/4 of the sites were occupied. It was very quiet." Meanwhile, French Creek State Park remains open year-round, with one camper sharing: "Stayed over for one night in early December. Showers and bathrooms were great!"
Alcohol policies: Rules vary between parks. Michaux State Forest allows alcohol with limitations: "Alcohol is permitted, except in picnic areas." However, French Creek State Park and Hibernia County Park prohibit alcohol entirely: "This is a State Park there is no alcohol allowed. The Park Rangers drive by regularly."
Playgrounds and activities: Gettysburg Campground offers family-friendly amenities. "Very fun family friendly getaway for the weekend. Close to Gettysburg Battleground," noted one camper. Another mentioned the "playground and mini golf available" that keeps children entertained between historical excursions.
Water recreation options: French Creek State Park features multiple water activities for families. "There is a huge lake where you can rent canoes and kayaks. A huge pool that has a beautiful view overlooking the lake," wrote one camper. Another mentioned, "We did take our inflatable kayak out on the water, and it was lovely!"
Kid-friendly fishing: Some parks maintain dedicated fishing areas for children. At Hibernia County Park, "The children's pond is a short ways away for well stocked fishing," making it ideal for young anglers. Another visitor confirmed, "Great children's pond for 12 and under. Brandywine creek and Chambers Lake are there too. Great playground."
Site selection for larger rigs: When seeking horse-friendly campgrounds with RV accommodations near Felton, Pennsylvania, site selection matters. At Hibernia County Park, "As I said in the first paragraph, we mostly camp in a 28ft 5th wheel and though at first glance the sites don't look big enough to house an RV, there are a few sites that will, including #3, #17 & #18 and plenty of sites will fit a small RV or pop up camper. They aren't level, but nothing a little creative positioning can't fix."
Hookup considerations: Artillery Ridge Campground offers various hookup options, including some with full connections. "We had a site right next to the trail going to Stangler Farm. AT&T cell reception at our site was hit or miss, but good in the rest of the campground." Another camper advised checking the campground's recent renovations: "No pool, no mini golf, and a lot of sites are closed. The good news is they expect all work done by the summer."
Traffic noise awareness: Some RV sites experience road noise. At Gettysburg Campground, "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." For quieter spots, request sites away from main roads or entrance areas.
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