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Ferryboat Campsites offers horse stables on site for equestrians camping near Millersburg. The campground accommodates various camping styles including tent, RV, and cabin options while maintaining dedicated space for horses. Most tent camping sites are located in an open field area, with water-only tent sites available in the upper field. The campground fills quickly on weekends with a mix of kayakers, fishers, and horse enthusiasts. Full hookup sites for RVs are positioned along the Susquehanna River with reasonable rates and discounts available. The ferry at this location has been in continuous operation for over 100 years, providing a unique historical element to the equestrian camping experience.
Michaux State Forest permits horse camping at its designated motorized parking lot sites, which remain open year-round and require a free online permit. Several hitching posts and a two-step mounting block are available at the Teaberry site specifically for equestrians. These parking lot areas serve dual purposes as both vehicle sites and equestrian camping zones. The forest contains mixed deciduous and coniferous sections with some open prairie/meadow areas suitable for riding. Trail access varies throughout the property, connecting to the northern terminus of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Cell service fluctuates significantly throughout the forest, with some areas having full coverage while others have none. When camping with horses, riders must keep their animals under control at all times, as the forest maintains a strict policy about pets not disturbing other visitors.
"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."
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"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."
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"Cleanest facilities of the year so far, amazing large flat sites, dog friendly and great stream right behind the sites."
"We stayed in site 28 which was a walk-in site, this was perfect for us since we wanted to be further away from people and the light from the bathroom/shower facility."
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"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."
"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."
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RangerGreat park, alittle close together than I like. I wish I had picked 1-12 sites by the creek, but I don’t think I had much choice when I booked anyway. Bathrooms were clean. My site was more of an rv and I felt like I was at the neighbors for supper.
RangerBeautiful park, pool and lake. Great for boating and fishing, running or hiking and swimming. In may, it wasn’t busy, but I can imagine it gets packed. I will be back for summer.
GuideThe weather wasn’t too great, but the campaign joy could not be hampered. We had a great spot along the creek, which was also a short walk from the lake. The bathroom facilities are fantastic nice and clean couldn’t be happier.
ScoutWe had a great time visiting the park! We stayed in site 28 which was a walk-in site, this was perfect for us since we wanted to be further away from people and the light from the bathroom/shower facility. The site was not far from our parking spot, maybe a hundred yards but there was a slight hill. There are even more isolated campsites further up the hill.
The park itself is definitely on the smaller side but packs in a lot. Lots of great trails and the beach would be great( close due to bacteria overgrowth) the michaux forest is 30 minutes away and has a lot more outdoor activities.
Will stay here again in the future.
TravelerWe camped in on of the cabins overnight on a recent road trip. Cabins are nice and spacious, bath facilities are some of the best I've seen. We didn't;t get to explore since we were traveling, but there's plenty to do in the area.
RangerWe arrived when it was dark out and had site #2. The camp hosts were fantastic and helped us back into a spot. The spot was hard to maneuver for a 41 ft 5th wheel because of the turning radius. There was also a drop off on the other side of the road which limited the turning radius as well. We only slept here but it looked like a nice place. The grounds are hilly.the well was dry so there wasn’t any water.
GuideWe chose this campground based on the reviews from another Dyrt member and decided to give it a try. It did not disappoint. This is a smaller SP campground, just one loop and a few sites along a creek. The camp host was knowledgeable and friendly. We stayed in site 42, which was not the greatest layout (electric was on the wrong side of the site for our door and canopy to open to the fire ring), but our time there more than made up for it. The campground was very quiet in the loop (the creek sites tended to be a bit noisier) and the bathrooms were the absolute cleanest bathrooms we’ve seen in a state park. There were some great trails in the area. Our family of six made the trek up the Flat Rock Trail to the overlook. A six mile round trip with a 1200 ft climb. Spectacular views. The park rangers had an owl program on Friday night and ended up calling in several screech owls. Very cool to hear their eerie cries in the woods. There was also a chaplain who came around offering a Sunday morning church service at the amphitheater. All in all, we loved this campground and after making notes of some better laid out sites, we cant wait to return!
LegendWe love it at Colonel Denning! Very quiet and small campground. We love the dog friendly sites near the water, the kids and pups play all day! We love how large site 15 is and that it is near the trail head. Bathhouse is very nice and clean.
LegendWe just love this little park! Easy to access, big rig friendly although there is a hill to get up to campground. They have water and electricity at most sites and some are dry. They have a very clean bathhouse with a dump station. We love the fishing access, boat rentals, great playgrounds and fun activities for the kids!
Millersburg sits along the Susquehanna River in central Pennsylvania at an elevation of 384 feet, where the surrounding ridge-and-valley landscape creates varied camping terrain. The area receives around 41 inches of precipitation annually, with summer temperatures averaging in the mid-80s. State forests and parks near Millersburg offer primitive to full-hookup sites, with seasonal closures typically from late November through March.
Hiking trails: Little Buffalo State Park Campground offers multiple trails for all experience levels. "There are trails with some neat little obstacles to work out on and the historical mill was well worth the trip. By the far the highlight of ours as well. Especially since they engaged the wheel and actually ground corn!" notes Chelsea K.
Water activities: Take advantage of the Susquehanna River at Ferryboat Campsites where water recreation is the main attraction. "We enjoyed our stay here — but mostly because we liked being right on the water. If it weren't for that this would not be the campground for us. The weather was hot so lots of tubing and fishing and kayaking in the river," explains melissa.
Winter camping: For cold-weather enthusiasts, Michaux State Forest allows year-round primitive camping. "Every January for the last few years some friends and I have gone and camped along the Appalachian Trail. These trips are what gave me the experience, and confidence, to go from tent camping to tarp camping," shares John S.
Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms at Colonel Denning State Park Campground. "Amazing!!! Cleanest facilities of the year so far, amazing large flat sites, dog friendly and great stream right behind the sites," writes Casey L.
Spacious sites: Campers consistently mention the generous spacing between sites at Starlite Camping Resort. "Overall the sites were large, with trees between, providing additional privacy. 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," according to Craig F.
Free camping options: Budget-conscious campers can find no-cost options in state forests. "Camping is free in several areas throughout Michaux State Forest (as well as other PA State Forests), BUT you usually need to have a camping permit (also free) and you can only stay in designated campsites," explains Jen S.
Permit requirements: For equestrian camping near Millersburg, Pennsylvania, state forests require free permits for designated sites. "Michaux State Forest sites fall in to 4 categories... Designated motorized parking lot sites also serve as equestrian sites, and horse camping is allowed here. Teaberry has a few hitching posts and a two step mounting block available," notes Bridget D.
Terrain challenges: The hilly terrain can impact camping comfort. "If you stay in lower sites you are near the water and will have to walk up a large hill to get to bathrooms," mentions Casey L. about Colonel Denning State Park.
Flooding risks: The Susquehanna River area can flood during heavy rains. "Storms with heavy rain in the area made the river rise. We were told the campground is susceptible to flooding, so check the weather when you come!" warns Robin at Ferryboat Campsites.
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