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Central Pennsylvania campgrounds near Millersburg provide access to a range of established camping experiences along the Susquehanna River valley. Little Buffalo State Park Campground, located approximately 20 miles west of Millersburg, offers tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals in a forested setting. Nearby options include Ferryboat Campsites in Liverpool, which features riverside camping with tent and RV sites from April through October. Most developed campgrounds in the region accommodate both tent and RV campers, with many offering electric hookups, water access, and modern restroom facilities.
Seasonal availability varies significantly across the region, with some campgrounds like Buttonwood Campground operating from mid-April through October, while others remain open year-round. "This campground helped me finally convince my fiance that not all 'campgrounds' are actually waterpark/family fun/RV parking lots, and that there are a lot of secluded, forest, nature-oriented campgrounds," noted one visitor about Greenwood Furnace State Park. Winter camping options are limited, with Hersheypark Camping Resort being one of the few facilities offering year-round access. Primitive camping areas at Bald Eagle State Park require longer walks from parking areas, sometimes up to 50 feet from vehicle access points. Cell service can be limited at more remote locations, particularly at Greenwood Furnace State Park.
Waterfront access represents a common feature at several campgrounds in the region. Riverfront Campground and Buttonwood Campground both provide boat-in access along with traditional camping. At Gifford Pinchot State Park, lakeside sites are particularly sought after. A camper described their experience at site 116: "Absolutely perfect site. Single car parking spot on the road then a short walk down a hill onto the site. There's a small deer trail that runs between all of the sites on the water that makes it easy if you have multiple sites with friends next to each other." Noise considerations vary by location, with some campgrounds like Russell P Letterman Campground at Bald Eagle State Park noting railroad noise from nearby active train lines, while others offer more secluded experiences away from highways and urban areas.
Best Campgrounds near Millersburg (148)
1. Little Buffalo State Park Campground
"A playground is near bathhouse in the campground, along with several hiking trails. The dump station is easily accessible. Firewood is also available for purchase at the campground."
"The driving path is gravel with a steep hill at the end so if you can help it I would avoid sites 32,34,36 as they are VERY difficult to back into with larger rigs."
from $26 - $165 / night
Check Availability2. Ferryboat Campsites
"With that said they do have primitive camping spots next to the putt putt course and water only tent sits at the upper feild."
"Lots to do very close to water and many things to do in and around camp ground. Stayed for a few days would go back."
from $30 - $100 / night
Check Availability3. Lake Heron Retreat
"I wanted to find something close enough to home, but far away from the hustle and bustle of our suburban lives. This fit the bill. There are 10 sites….some are occupied by seasonal guests."
"This lake was beautiful! A short walk from the campsite. We had the lake to ourself both evening and morning. $61. No WiFi. Leveling was fine. Verizon service was fine."
from $20 - $240 / night
Check Availability4. Hersheypark Camping Resort
"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."
"They don’t sell alcohol but there is a shopping center within walking distance with restaurants and liquor stores! Even a supermarket. There is shuttle service to the park."
5. Riverfront Campground
"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."
6. Buttonwood Campground
"One is along the River and the other is situated near the camp store, playground and pool. This campground had it all! There was laser tag, playground, jump pillow, pedal carts!"
"Buttonwood is actually divided in to two sections with the upper lot, which is near all the activities and pool; and the lower area, which is near the Juniata River. "
from $30 - $78 / night
Check Availability7. Camp Hebron
"Nice pool and lots of hiking trails. The sites have lots of tree cover and they are private. This place does not have many amenities as far as crafts and "drop off the kids" activities."
from $26 - $85 / night
Check Availability8. Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground
"We have a small camper and there are some great sites on the lake side to park it where you can get AMAZING sunset views. "
"We had site 108 which is an electric site along the shore and close to the beach, and it was perfect for our needs. "
from $24 - $89 / night
Check Availability9. Jonestown/Hershey KOA
"Love the close proximity to the highway and gas. We didn’t eat there but they had a restaurant! Lots of activities for the kids. Wooded sites and very clean bathrooms."
"Pet friendly and you can access the Appalachian trail from campground. Lots of great food and places to go in the area. They have a river that is great for kayaking or tubing."
10. Twin Grove RV Resort
"There are 2 dog parks right next to each other, which is great for your furry friend to be able to run around and play off leash."
"Needs a pond and more shade but still is one of the nicer parks around. Twin Grove is also one of the cheaper ones, and that is hard to believe because of all the offer."
Drive Time
- 22 min from Harrisburg, PA
- 49 min from York, PA
- 57 min from Lebanon, PA
- 1 hr 4 min from Williamsport, PA
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Recent Reviews near Millersburg, PA
716 Reviews of 148 Millersburg Campgrounds
- LLaurel D.
TravelerCamp Swatara
Very family oriented
The sites ard nice, it's run by Mennonites, I believe. Lots of recreation for kids, quiet time respected and a service on Sunday morning. Full hookups for a very reasonable price.
TSWX3475 B.TravelerShikellamy State Park Campground
Shikallamy Marina
It's a nice park but it's daytime only there's no camping here
- Patrick Z.Scout
Twin Grove RV Resort
Nothing open
Picked the nicest days of the week. Got here and the carousel, Ferris wheel, restaurant, and ice cream shoppe are closed. They are apparently only open 2 days a week, maybe 3. I would have just went down the road to the KOA had I not known this.
- MMark M.
GuideWestern Village RV Park
Pretty campground, friendly staff, but RVs are packed in like sardines
We used to camp here 30+ years ago. Nice that it hasn't changed much. Still has a game room with pool table, driving games, skeet ball, etc. No more pinball games like in the past. Apparently in the 1930 there was a working train around the campground, a restaurant and horse shoes - none of which are at present.
Sites are quite small. I thought our neighbor's awning was going to hit our RV, and that ours might hit the next neighbor's RV. In some parts the campers are also back to back, luckily ours is not.
They have wi-fi but you must pay for it, no free service. No cable TV (which is the norm these days). Good cell reception so you will need that or a Starlink to stream shows.
Staff are friendly. Sites are pretty level. The campground itself is rather pretty with trees, grassy areas, playgrounds for kids, etc. Lots of lightning bugs at night, and birds during the day.
At night it's interesting to walk around as so many seasonal and permanent campers have lights around their campers, trees, etc. Almost like walking around one of those light up parks they do around Christmas.
christian G.GuideRussell P Letterman Campground — Bald Eagle State Park
Loved it
Its was great, we stayed in new area, sites had ample room, not many trees at our spot so summer there wouldnt be much shade but we were next to a retention pond/drainage. We brought our dig whole loved running through there.
Not much to say besides it was clean, not crowded (in November) and decent spacing between sites
- christian G.Guide
Bellefonte-State College KOA
Easy
It was overall good, Nice amenities, pool was clean (3ft-5ft) Splash pad, air pillow, playground, pond, etc
It has nice wooded areas but very compact, if you have a large camper id be concerned with trying to make some turns on the upper area
MsTrailBlazer 🏔.
RangerLocust Lake State Park Campground
Probably won't be back
Check in was a Doozy. I have never treated like that....and my friend that checked in an hour earlier got the same attitude. I have also never been to a state Park that wanted me to check in every time I drive past the station. And to top it off, anyone could park at the visitors parking lot and come through at any time. Second night, I swear drone or someone was on our site in the middle of the night. Flashed Twice. Scared at that point. Only one car at a site. Never actually saw a ranger drive through
Greg S.
LegendHershey Road Campground
4.5 stars
Pros- Pool is sparkling clear and new. Mini golf is awesome. Nice people, nice store.
Cons- further from Hershey Park than ideal, lots of seasonal campers leaving for work before dawn in loud trucks, not much privacy, some road noise.
Guide to Millersburg
Central Pennsylvania camping near Millersburg offers diverse experiences along the Susquehanna River and surrounding foothills. The region's mixed hardwood forests provide natural shade for many sites, with elevations ranging from 400 to 1,200 feet. Summer temperatures typically reach 80-90°F with moderate humidity, while spring and fall camping seasons offer milder conditions in the 60-70°F range.
What to do
Waterfront activities: Ferryboat Campsites in Liverpool provides direct access to the Susquehanna River for fishing and boating. "Lots to do very close to water and many things to do in and around camp ground. Stayed for a few days would go back," notes one visitor. The campground features a historic ferry that has operated for over 100 years.
Hiking trails: Little Buffalo State Park Campground offers multiple trail options for all experience levels. "Its an amazing little quite camping ground. Super clean. Lots of easy hiking trails and tons of fishing," reports one camper. The park also maintains wildlife observation areas where eagles can sometimes be spotted.
Seasonal attractions: Twin Grove RV Resort provides unique evening entertainment options. "At night they have a merry go round, train, giant slide and ferries wheel you can ride," explains a visitor. The resort regularly hosts Saturday evening concerts and maintains two swimming pools with water slides for daytime recreation.
What campers like
Private waterfront spots: Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground offers lake-adjacent sites for a more secluded experience. "We had site 108 which is an electric site along the shore and close to the beach, and it was perfect for our needs," shares one visitor. The park's 8.5-mile Lakeside Trail allows campers to experience the water from multiple vantage points.
Peaceful surroundings: Camp Hebron provides a quieter camping experience with significant tree cover. "This place is a must if you like the outdoors when camping! The sites have lots of tree cover and they are private," states a reviewer. The campground maintains reliable utilities with good water pressure and dependable electric service.
Convenient facilities: Jonestown/Hershey KOA maintains exceptionally clean facilities. "We were impressed by how clean the bathrooms were kept in addition to the grounds," notes one camper. The campground also offers practical services like discounted Hershey Park tickets that include shuttle transportation, saving visitors both money and the hassle of parking.
What you should know
Site topography: Many campgrounds in the region feature varied terrain. At Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground, "The Quaker Race course is built into the side of the hill leading into the QR day use area, so it is a lot more wooded and hillier." This variation affects site selection depending on your equipment.
Reservation systems: Several campgrounds offer streamlined check-in procedures. At Little Buffalo State Park, "You can book your site on line and go straight to your site! No check in required. If you are passing through and there are sites you can sign in by the honor envelops!"
Seasonal patterns: Lake Heron Retreat provides year-round access to its 10-acre lake. "This lake was beautiful! A short walk from the campsite. We had the lake to ourself both evening and morning," reports a visitor. The 240-acre property maintains woodland habitat that supports diverse wildlife viewing opportunities throughout different seasons.
Tips for camping with families
Water recreation options: Little Buffalo State Park offers family-friendly swimming facilities. "There is a pool! The pool is very nice! They offer a large area that is only 1 foot deep, great for little ones! There is also a splash pad! There are 2 slides for fun!" explains a camper. Note that pool access requires an additional fee even for campers.
Kid-friendly activities: Buttonwood Campground organizes regular events for younger campers. "This campground has many amenities and theme weekends for their customers. In addition to the pool and playground there is mini-golf, laser tag, giant bounce pillow, and go-carts to name a few," writes a visitor. The campground also offers free transportation to Port Royal Speedway on Saturday nights.
Wildlife viewing: Several campgrounds maintain animal observation areas. At Ferryboat Campsites, "There is a small goat petting zoo, with very friendly pigmy goats and the camp is extremely pet friendly as long as they are on a leash." This provides educational opportunities for children to interact with animals in a controlled setting.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Twin Grove RV Resort offers well-maintained RV sites with strategic positioning. "The RV spots are really nice and well kept," notes one RVer. The campground features multiple dog parks allowing pets to exercise off-leash after long travel days.
Utility reliability: Most campgrounds in the region provide reliable hookups. At Buttonwood Campground, "We found the sites to be spacious, well maintained (gravel pads) and very level. Our site was along the river, which provided us with a great view." Staff members assist with backing in and setting up equipment upon arrival.
Sound considerations: Several campgrounds have nearby train tracks. At Jonestown/Hershey KOA, campers should "Beware of the close proximity to the highway and gas." However, the convenient location makes this ideal for overnight stays during longer journeys or as a base camp for regional exploration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Millersburg, PA?
Which is the most popular campground near Millersburg, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Millersburg, PA is Little Buffalo State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 19 reviews.
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