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Several glamping destinations with upscale accommodations dot the area surrounding Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground offers yurts that provide a more luxurious camping experience alongside traditional options, while Mountain Creek Camp Ground features similar glamping structures with modern comforts. These locations provide electricity, comfortable bedding, and climate control systems that traditional camping lacks. One visitor noted, "We love this park—it's one of our favorites! We have a small camper and there are some great sites on the lake side where you can get AMAZING sunset views." The accommodations typically include solid flooring, real furniture, and private outdoor spaces with fire rings and picnic tables. Little Buffalo State Park Campground and Codorus State Park also offer glamping options with proximity to water features and scenic views.
Visitors at these glamping campgrounds can enjoy water recreation on Pinchot Lake with swimming at the large beach area that one reviewer called "one of the nicest I've ever seen at a PA state park." The safari tent and yurt locations provide easy access to hiking trails, including the 8.5-mile Lakeside Trail that circles the water. According to a camper, "We loved staying here. The campgrounds were very nice and clean. All camp workers were extremely friendly!" Most glamping sites remain open from April through October, with some locations like Cedar Lake Family Campground operating year-round. Many glamping accommodations are situated near attractions like Hershey Park, Gettysburg, and Amish Country—all within a 40-minute drive—allowing visitors to combine outdoor experiences with cultural excursions.
"The lake is large and gorgeous. There are a lot of lake side campsites which are amazing. The hosts are all very friendly."
"We stayed in July on site 235. When we arrived, our first thought was “Wow, these sites are narrow!” Fortunately, backing in was fairly easy. Some sites would’ve been more difficult."
from $20 - $90 / night
Check Availability"This campground has a little something for everyone, from full hook up sites neatly stacked next to each other, to quiet patches of grass next to the river."
"The area up on the hill in the back is next to the CSX train track that runs 24/7. Lazy River Rest does flood when it rains and our relatives had to relocate their first night until it dried out."
"This central Pa campground is located a short drive to many attractions. Amish Country, Hershey, Gettysburg, and winerys are within 40 min drive. There are many things to do at the campground, also."
"We arrived late moring on Saturday. Reserved site 16 and it was plenty big enough for my 34ft trailer, but not enough to fit my truck."
"Camping trails, grills to cook on but bring ur own charcoal, giant lake to fish and boat on, hiking for all experience levels, great fishing, lots of space, wildlife is everywhere and there is even an"
from $22 - $92 / night
Check Availability"Nice chairs, fire pit, and picnic table. The bath house was extremely clean and very nice. The pool was nice, but being that it was the end of June, the water was freezing! I couldn't get in!"
"They have upgraded the tent sites since last year, no more primitive sites, all the tent sites are now mulch pad with water and electric."
from $45 - $279 / night
Check Availability"Family friendly campground, lots of weekend activities, great pool, well stocked campstore, playground. Lots of pets, bikes and golf carts. Kids can play in creek with tubes or hunt critters."
"Campsites could be further apart and there's only one bathhouse and it's at the entrance."
"Uunder new ownership & management many upgrades , including updated bathhouse and new friendly staff"
"Great river front location! Could be a bit muddy depending on the river. The train does run right near all night long, but I find it soothing. Bath houses are a bit rough, hence the 4 stars."
"The park is in the suburbs so it’s close to lots of things. They do lock the park at dusk though. They have portapotties, fire pits, and picnic tables."
from $10 - $25 / night
Check Availability"The lake is nice and they stock it with trout. The animal area could stand a good cleaning, but my little one enjoyed them. Lots of activities and the staff was very friendly."
"Staff was friendly and courteous. Price is affordable. The only complaint is the neighbor outdoors man sports out door range less than a mile away. Not bothersome or concerned for safety."
from $60 - $100 / night
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TravelerCountry Acres is a lovely, well maintained campground. Sites are level and bath house facilities clean and modern. Friendly staff in the office. Dog friendly. Local to all the Lancaster attractions. A complimentary farmland tour is offered by bus and it was great. They take you out into an area of Amish farms and shops and make a stop at 2 of these. The fresh Amish pretzels are amazing!
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.
GuideWe booked two nights mid October not realizing that it's duck hunting season and that hunting is allowed RIGHT by the campground - with kids everywhere. We were jolted out of sleep at 5 am by gun fire right near our site. It kept up for the next hour. In addition, the bathrooms, although clean are in poor condition. Peeling paint everywhere with bare concrete in the showers. For such a pretty site, we had a miserable stay. We left after one night.
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.
GuideYou just can't beat a pennsylvania park. This one is not an exception. Nice clean restroom, plenty of room. Now, what cost a star. Yes, it rained like hell. When we broke camp and go dump. The dump station was overflowing with sewer. Go to the guard shack to tell them, and find another site. None there. Can I go to an unused full hookup to dump? No! I would have to pay for the site. Two hours later, we found a place to dump for $10.
ScoutThe advertisements for Olde Mill Campground were disingenuous. The campsite was 20 yards from a roller coaster. The NOISE of the roller coaster and children on it screaming was as relentless and unnerving as any train we have ever slept near. There was no quiet until almost midnight. The “pull-through” site left my truck almost in the road and our 25’ Airstream slightly over the road on the backside. The site was not level. The sites were close enough to hear a neighbor’s snoring.
ScoutThe campground is in excellent condition. The facilities are top notch. The excellence and care of the campground is evident. The 4 stars is only due to the road noise and many of the sites are on top of each other. You feel like your neighbor is at your camp fire.
TravelerThere was no hot water in the showers. There are no dog poo stations. There is a dumpster marked “STAFF ONLY”. It’s nice they have a place to stuff the staff!
ScoutThis campground is nothing as stated in the reviews. And now I know why. The one review on here besides mine is from the owner. The bathrooms are not clean. I was told for Labor Day weekend I could stay for two nights had reserved and all. They then abruptly cancelled my reservation and took three days to respond and say I could have a different cabin and tent sight but would need to stay three nights because of the holiday. They also charged a cleaning for a service pet which is not legal. We then showed up and were the only people staying that weren’t seasonal site people and very not welcomed. The first comment made was here come the weekend warriors. We look at the cabin which was ironically filthy and covered in mouse poop yet we got charged a cleaning fee. The grass was not mowed the porter potty’s so gross bugs are crawling in the bottom. The camp store was closed during the car show they had and when we asked when it will be open they stated it will not. It was 1 pm on a Saturday. The reservation process was unorganized. The playground was not mowed or weed whacked and a slide is ratchet strapped together. I would not recommend this place to anyone.
Glamping options close to Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania provide year-round access to outdoor recreation in the Cumberland Valley region. Situated between Blue Mountain and South Mountain at an elevation around 450 feet, this area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 70-85°F and winters reaching lows around 20-30°F. Most campgrounds stay open from April through October, though several offer cabin and yurt accommodations throughout colder months.
Hiking nearby trails: Multiple campgrounds provide direct access to notable trails including portions of the Appalachian Trail. At Mountain Creek Camp Ground, visitors can enjoy "access to hiking trails that connect to the AT" and "hunt critters" in the creek according to Barb C., who visits 2-3 times annually.
Fishing opportunities: Lake fishing is available at several locations, with some stocking specific species. At Cedar Lake Family Campground, "they stock it with trout" as noted by Nate J., who appreciated the "large and level" sites during his stay.
Water recreation beyond swimming: While swimming beaches are common, other water activities are available. At Little Buffalo State Park Campground, Chelsea K. found that "paddling around in the kayak is always a good time" and noted seeing "all the turtles" during her family's visit.
Varied camping terrain: Sites range from densely wooded to open waterfront areas. According to SkywaystoHighways.com at Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground, "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."
Educational opportunities: Several parks offer historical learning experiences. Chelsea K. mentioned that at Little Buffalo State Park "the historical mill was well worth the trip...especially since they engaged the wheel and actually ground corn!"
Accessibility to urban attractions: The location provides convenient access to major attractions. Melissa F. at Gifford Pinchot noted the park's location "between Lancaster and Gettysburg makes both places easy to access," allowing campers to combine nature experiences with day trips.
Bathroom and shower facilities vary significantly: While most have modern facilities, locations and cleanliness differ. Kit at Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA mentioned, "Bath houses are nice and clean. I would suggest making sure you aren't close to the tracks bc the trains run all night long!"
Site spacing differs by campground area: Some sections offer more privacy than others. Colls G. at Deer Run Campground found that "A bunch of the tent sites border the woods, and I definitely recommend snagging one of those if you're able" while noting that in other areas "there wasn't even 10ft between our tents."
Seasonal activities vary by campground: Many parks offer different programs throughout their operating season. One camper at Mountain Creek Camp Ground observed, "Staff needed to be reminded about activities scheduled during the week," suggesting guests should verify planned events upon arrival.
Pool availability for kids: Several campgrounds have pools with special features for children. Barb C. described Mountain Creek Camp Ground as having a "great pool" and being a "family friendly campground" with "lots of weekend activities."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Children can often see local wildlife up close. Julie Y. at Codorus State Park Campground shared, "We camped at Codorus State Park for the first time a few years ago while out east. We really love this Campground! There is a wide variety of sites so finding one that you like should not be difficult."
Playgrounds and kid-specific areas: Many sites have designated play areas. Paula R. at Little Buffalo noted, "Nice for a smaller campground. Only downfall is we have smaller children and we could not bike from the campground to the pool, it was too far and the hill to get back was too big for them to ride up."
Site selection for larger rigs: Certain areas accommodate bigger vehicles better than others. At Hersheypark Camping Resort, Mike J. warned, "the lower drive threw spots are packed together. Our 32' with slides just fit the sight and we had zero room for the truck. They have other spots up on the hill but would have been more of a challenge with our rig."
Electrical service considerations: Power capacity varies by site section. John K. at Gifford Pinchot reported an issue where "the fuse on the (campsite) panel kept blowing every time we ran the air and microwave together," suggesting RVers with higher power needs should inquire about amperage availability.
Water and dump station access: Some campgrounds have shared utilities. Ernest G. at Western Village RV Park noted during his overnight stay that "sewer is in odd locations all around our campsite" and mentioned "sharing the water source with up to 5 other RVs," which could create challenges during busy periods.
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