Camping areas near Quincy, Pennsylvania offer access to Civil War history and outdoor recreation along the foothills of South Mountain where elevations range between 600-800 feet. Nestled in Adams and Franklin counties, these camping destinations experience warm summers with temperatures often reaching into the 80s from June through August and cool autumn nights that drop into the 40s by October. Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally from April through October with limited winter availability.
What to do
Battlefield exploration with guides: Gettysburg National Military Park borders Artillery Ridge Campground, giving campers direct trail access to historic sites. "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," notes a visitor who appreciated the historical significance.
Farm animal interactions: The working farm at Thousand Trails Gettysburg Farm provides daily animal feeding opportunities. "We enjoyed mini-golf, feeding the animals, 'hiking' through the cornfield, fishing, and campfires," shares a camper who visited during COVID-19 restrictions when many organized activities were suspended.
Fishing spots: Several campgrounds offer stocked ponds or creek access for casual fishing. "My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site," reports one visitor to Artillery Ridge, while another notes Gettysburg Farm has "great places to go fishing" on their property.
What campers like
Proximity to attractions: Location drives positive reviews for many Quincy area rv parks. "It's literally like a mile from downtown Gettysburg, which also has a lot of different things to do," explains one camper at Drummer Boy Camping Resort, highlighting the convenience for battlefield visitors.
Pool facilities: Swimming pools rank high among desired amenities during summer months. "The pool with the slide was very clean," reports a Drummer Boy camper, while another mentions the pool at Round Top Campground was "clean and quite good sized, had it to ourselves due to season."
Natural water features: Creekside campsites offer premium experiences according to reviews. "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," explains a Gettysburg Campground visitor who valued the proximity to flowing water.
What you should know
Road conditions: Internal campground roads present challenges at several properties. One reviewer mentioned "roads through the park are fairly narrow with potholes" and noted that "some roads are one-way but people don't pay much attention to that and went whichever way they wanted, especially those in golf carts."
Seasonal crowding patterns: Weekday stays offer more solitude than weekends at many locations. "Quiet during the week, weekends quite busy," observes a summer visitor to Drummer Boy, while a Round Top Campground camper mentioned "off-season so not crowded" during their stay.
Site spacing variations: Campsite privacy varies widely within individual campgrounds. "Sites are well maintained, clean, wooded, and in the area we are in are spaced nicely," writes one Drummer Boy visitor, while another at the same facility complained of "really narrow" sites that "didn't leave much room for a patio to sit outside."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Consider site proximity to play areas when booking with children. "The only complaint we had was people walking through our sites due us being close to the playground and the noise level on the playground," reports an Artillery Ridge camper who stayed for a month.
Seasonal activities: Halloween events draw families to several Quincy area campgrounds. "We were there around Halloween and they had decorated the park so nicely," shares a Gettysburg Farm visitor who enjoyed the festive atmosphere.
Multiple swimming options: Harpers Ferry Campground offers both pool access and river swimming. "It is right on the river so you can go swimming right from your campsite!" explains an enthusiastic reviewer who valued this dual option, particularly during hot summer months.
Tips from RVers
Hookup placement challenges: Utility locations can create setup difficulties at some sites. "Water and electric are in award spot on our site," notes a Round Top camper, while another mentions needing "a extension to get to" their sewer connection.
Dump station access: Interior roads can complicate access to sanitation facilities. One reviewer mentioned requiring assistance with dumping due to tight turns, while another appreciated the convenience of having the "honey wagon 3x a week (free sewage dump service)" at Gettysburg Farm.
Off-season deals: Winter campers can find extended stay discounts. "They got us a great deal for are winter site we were in spots 86,85,89 for a month long stay... which they do during the winter," reports an Artillery Ridge visitor who appreciated the value for their extended visit.
