Cabin camping near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania offers access to the historic battlefields while providing comfortable shelter in varying seasonal conditions. The area sits at approximately 500 feet above sea level with temperatures ranging from summer highs around 85°F to winter lows in the 20s. Many cabins remain open year-round despite the region's 42 inches of annual precipitation, allowing visitors to experience Gettysburg's historic sites in all seasons.
What to do
Historical immersion tours: At Artillery Ridge Campground, visitors can explore their connection to the Civil War battle. "We camped at Artillery Ridge Campground, which served as an artillery storage/staging area for the Union during the battle. Behind the campsite we stayed at, we learned connected to Stangler Farm, which served as a hospital for the wounded. Literally right outside the entrance of the campgrounds is where the battlefield starts."
Swimming and water activities: The two lakes at Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground provide summer refreshment for cabin campers. "This park was definitely on point. Great amenities, incredibly friendly staff and camp host, two lakes to swim/fish/boat in, lots of trails to bike or hike on, nice DRY firewood!" A camper noted, "The park has two lakes for swimming, with a rail trail that separates them, so they are easily bikeable."
Appalachian Trail hiking: Pine Grove Furnace serves as the halfway point of the famous trail. "The greatest feature of this park is that there is access to the AT! And there are plenty of hiking trails! Make sure you take a hike on the AT and then up to Pole Steeple for a great view! You may even bump into a through hiker excited to chat!"
What campers like
Proximity to battlefield sites: Cabin campers appreciate Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA for its location. "We stayed in a lovely cabin here while I was in town for work. My husband enjoyed the pool with the kids during the day and when I was there we enjoyed shuffleboard, mini golf and hiking together. The cabin was clean and well maintained and the cabins are at the top of the hill but that made for a beautiful view."
Clean facilities: The maintenance at Gettysburg Campground receives consistent praise. "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. not far to go anywhere walking. porta potties were cleanest I have ever seen even with a ton of recent rain."
Year-round availability: Some cabins remain available outside peak season. "We visited this park in December so it was pretty closed down. We were hoping to stay here for a night en route from Antietam Battlefield to Gettysburg," noted a visitor to Caledonia State Park Campground.
What you should know
Cabin furnishing variations: At Drummer Boy Camping Resort, cabin amenities can differ substantially. "We chose this park for the nice pool (short walk from campsites) but loved the synchronous firefly show we saw in July! sites didn't have much privacy and bathrooms were small and outdated, although adequate. showers were found at only 1 or 2 of the facilities."
Seasonal considerations: Winter cabin camping requires preparation. "If I were in the area again, perhaps at a different time of year, I might try this place out again. If you're going to remain open in the off season it would be nice if the section that is open appear a bit more welcoming."
Reservation requirements: Most cabin facilities require advance booking. "Very nice staff and accommodations. Centrally located with kid friendly activities. Would definitely go back!" One camper noted, "We got the last available campsite for the night we stayed - I booked ahead of time by calling the campground office and they were very nice and helpful."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Strategically choose your cabin location at Granite Hill Camping Resort for maximum convenience. "We stayed in the 'C' row site. 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."
Swimming options: Different properties offer varied water facilities. "They have a pool, mini put golf, a good general store, and a café/snack shack. The hookups are oddly spaced and you need to ensure you have extentions handy. My electric hookup didn't work on 30A."
Planned activities: Many campgrounds organize special events. "The resort had great amenities for all ages. We stayed in October so there was plenty of activities for kids from crafts, games, dancing, to trick or treating. The resort ensured safety for the kids during trick or treating and closed all vehicle traffic for 2 hours."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: When booking cabin accommodations near Gettysburg, consider location within the property. "Cell service is pretty much nonexistent in the campground, so keep this in mind if you can't be out of touch (we had Verizon). We loved our stay here, and would definitely go back."
Off-season considerations: Visitors during non-peak months should prepare differently. "If you want a backwoods, off-the-beaten-path type of campground, this isn't it. 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."
Connectivity concerns: Internet access varies significantly by location. "There is Wi-Fi throughout the campground but you have to pay for it so we opted just to use our mobile data and Hotspot on our Verizon phone (which worked well and was 5G)."
