Best Cabin Camping near Mount Wolf, PA

State parks and private campgrounds around Mount Wolf, Pennsylvania feature rustic cabins with varying amenities and comfort levels. Gifford Pinchot State Park offers camping cottages like the Dragonfly cabin, which includes "one double bed, one single twin bunk, and one regular set of bunk beds, so it sleeps 5-6 comfortably. There was also a sturdy dining room table with chairs and an oscillating fan inside. Electricity/lights and heat, but no AC," according to one visitor. These cabins typically include front porches, picnic tables, and fire rings, with some offering lake views. Thousand Trails properties in the region provide cottage rentals with more extensive amenities, while KOA locations like Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA feature pet-friendly cabin options with convenient access to local attractions.

Cabin types range from basic rustic structures to fully furnished units with private bathrooms. Spring Gulch Resort Campground offers newer cabins that are "super clean inside" with "a set of bunk beds, a queen bed, and a fold out couch. It also had a bathroom with shower/tub and everything you would need except linens," as one camper noted. Most state park cabins are more minimalist, providing electricity and heat but requiring guests to use communal bathhouses. Pet policies vary significantly between properties, with some cabins being designated pet-friendly for an additional fee. Reservations are essential during peak season (April through October), particularly for weekend stays and holiday periods. Thousand Trails properties require membership for access to their cabin rentals, while state parks can be booked through the Pennsylvania DCNR reservation system.

Most cabin rentals provide basic furnishings but require guests to bring their own linens, pillows, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary widely, from cabins with no cooking amenities beyond an outdoor fire ring to those equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, and basic cooking supplies. Campers should pack food, cooking equipment, and cleaning supplies appropriate to their cabin's amenities. Firewood is typically available for purchase at campground offices or from hosts, with prices around $5 per bundle. General stores at larger campgrounds stock basic groceries, ice, and camping necessities. For more extensive shopping, grocery stores can be found in nearby towns, with many campers stocking up before arrival. Visitors planning longer stays should consider bringing additional comfort items like fans during summer months, as most cabins lack air conditioning despite having heat for cooler weather.

Best Cabin Sites Near Mount Wolf, Pennsylvania (68)

    1. Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    55 Reviews
    Wellsville, PA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 292-4112

    $28 - $89 / night

    "The lake is large and gorgeous. There are a lot of lake side campsites which are amazing. The hosts are all very friendly."

    "All sites had a paved pad, varying in size depending on the location, with tent site being smaller. Most sites have electric and there are 22 full hookup sites in the camping area."

    2. Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA

    15 Reviews
    Elizabethtown, PA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 367-7718

    $45 - $279 / night

    "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!"

    "A little pricey and strict for vistors, they need to leave by 10 and can’t bring their pets."

    3. Hersheypark Camping Resort

    28 Reviews
    Hummelstown, PA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (833) 936-0949

    "There were trees in the back along the creek that shaded the picnic table a little. This part of the campground is quiet. In the front area it’s very close together and crowded."

    "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."

    4. Thousand Trails Hershey

    21 Reviews
    Mount Gretna, PA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    $50 - $60 / night

    "Thousand Trails Hershey is huge! Sites were first come, first served which was a little weird for us but wasn’t a problem. Sites came with full hook ups, picnic table and fire pit."

    "For me, there are definitely some decent pros and cons for this private campground near Hershey Park. "

    5. Codorus State Park Campground

    40 Reviews
    Porters Sideling, PA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 637-2816

    $28 - $247 / night

    "The open field pet friendly sites are also large but provide no shade and it gets hot!  You can feel the difference between these sites and the interior loop sites.  "

    "Nice big flat sites, lots of shared common areas. Heavily wooded in the sites we stayed in but there are some that are out in the open without many trees."

    6. Pinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park

    14 Reviews
    Mount Gretna, PA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 665-7640

    "campground so inconveniently located (more on this later) right next to highway I76."

    "I loved it, nice big sites very friendly staff, pool, playground, fun game room, nice little store, pond and planned activities."

    7. Thousand Trails Gettysburg Farm

    9 Reviews
    Wellsville, PA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "We were there around Halloween and they had decorated the park so nicely. The sounds of the farm animals all around was fun and amusing for us."

    "It’s private property and they can certainly decide who can rent their spots.

    The campground itself is in excellent condition."

    8. Thousand Trails Circle M

    19 Reviews
    Millersville, PA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "I got an amazingly large site with a nice fire pit and picnic table. The site was very level so that was great! Nice indoor and outdoor pools! Cable TV isn't free, but I never use it anyway."

    "We first had a 2 point site near the river, but when it rains the sites get flooded with runoff from the campground.

    We moved to a full hookup on the Delaware section."

    9. Cedar Lake Family Campground

    6 Reviews
    Wellsville, PA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 292-2918

    $60 - $100 / night

    "Very nice campground nice size sites all have picnic table and fire ring. Lot of full time RV here but many other for people traveling and tent sites also. Nice lake for fishing. Easy check in."

    "Just takes away from the rural feel. Cabin was clean and perfect. Grounds were very clean. Toilet and showers clean. Golf carts a little dated but overall good. Night time was serene and quite."

    10. Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country

    13 Reviews
    Mount Gretna, PA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "decent wooded surrounding with about 6 tent sites offering 15 amp electric and running water."

    "This is my 3rd stay with a Thousand Trails campground and haven't been too impressed and wasn't expecting too much when we drove in. I was pleasantly surprised when we did."

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Cabin Reviews near Mount Wolf, PA

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Guide to Mount Wolf

Discover the charm of cabin camping near Mount Wolf, Pennsylvania, where nature meets comfort in a variety of well-reviewed locations.

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Outdoor adventures await nearby

Unique local attractions to explore

  • Visit the iconic Hersheypark, just a stone's throw away from Hershey Road Campground, offering thrilling rides and family fun.
  • Discover the rich history of the area with a trip to nearby Gettysburg, easily accessible from Thousand Trails Gettysburg Farm.
  • Experience the charm of Lancaster County's Amish culture while staying at Cedar Lake Family Campground, where you can enjoy local markets and scenic views.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Mount Wolf, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Mount Wolf, PA is Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 55 reviews.

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