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TravelerDogwood Acres Campground
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The staff here are amazing. Quiet time is respected, clean campground. Will come again.
Cabin Camping near Orrstown, PA
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Rustic cabins dot the wooded landscapes near Orrstown, providing basic shelter within established campgrounds like Caledonia State Park and Michaux State Forest. Cabin options typically include electric hookups, though amenities vary by location. Twin Bridge Campground features cabins along a creek, with some sites offering proximity to water. Most have picnic tables and fire rings, and several campgrounds maintain modern bathroom facilities with flush toilets and hot showers. Caledonia State Park Campground includes cabins with nearby access to hiking trails, including portions of the Appalachian Trail. "The bathroom facilities were some of the nicest and cleanest I've ever seen. There was even a paved path through the campsite to the bathroom," noted one visitor about their stay at Caledonia.
Accommodations range from rustic single-room structures to more comfortable family-sized units with various amenities. Gettysburg Battlefield KOA and Gettysburg Campground both offer cabin rentals with more modern conveniences than their state park counterparts. Many cabins remain open seasonally, with most operating from April through October or November. Michaux State Forest manages primitive cabins through the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club, requiring advance booking. Pet policies differ between locations, with most private campgrounds allowing pets in cabins while implementing specific rules and possible additional fees. A camper at Twin Bridge noted, "The staff was polite, amenities are great and clean, and everyone was friendly."
Visitors should confirm what supplies are provided before arrival. Standard furnishings often include beds with mattresses, but guests typically need to bring their own linens, pillows, and towels. Cooking facilities vary widely between properties, from simple fire rings to basic kitchen setups with refrigerators and microwaves in more upscale units. Firewood is available for purchase at most campgrounds, including Twin Bridge and Gettysburg Battlefield KOA. Mountain Creek Camp Ground and Dogwood Acres Campground maintain on-site stores with basic provisions and camping supplies. The more remote cabins in Michaux State Forest have no drinking water available, requiring campers to treat water from creeks or springs or bring their own supply.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near Orrstown (64)
1. Caledonia State Park Campground
"Stayed here two nights while visiting Gettysburg (short 20mi drive between the two). Stayed on Chinquapin Hill, each site has picnic table and fire ring and good space for camp."
"This State Park is easy to find and in a great location. The AT crosses through the park and it’s not far from the amenities of town."
1 Site AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $24 - $151 / night
2. Cowans Gap State Park Campground
"Pet friendly (spaces 1-30, Campground A), nice shower houses with heat, well laid out beach, beach house, watercraft rentals, friendly park rangers & staff, and in the center of trails galore!"
"This state park is at the top of the mountain and has a smaller lake perfect for a short kayak trip or fishing. Lovely views from the lake and very nice secluded sites."
47 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $48 / night
3. Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground
"Nice fairly private tent sites, clean showers and pet friendly."
"Sites are nicely spaced except for a few that are tucked into a few odd-shaped places. I stayed in site 21, which was on an outside loop with a lot of space. "
18 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $43 / night
4. Twin Bridge Campground
"This is a huge campground with mostly very large RVs situated on farmland. The sites varied. Some were in an open field, others by the stream with trees. We had Site C, which was right on the stream."
"Our kids love the creek and playing in and around it. Some activities, playground, mini golf etc. but more of a relaxing campground."
Check Availabilityfrom $38 - $43 / night
5. Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA
"We stayed for 10 days in a rustic cabin. Campground is well organized and clean. Tons of activities and even a hiking path. Pet friendly with small dog park."
"Cable has the usual channels, about 20, available for $2.00 per night. WIFI is free and we had good service, even though we were quite far from the office. "
6. Michaux State Forest
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $10 / night
7. Gettysburg Campground
"Friendly staff and bonus that it’s pet friendly. Watch out for falling black walnuts in October. We heard them hitting ours and other rigs during our three day stay."
"Sites are large enough for 2 tents, many Rv and seasonal rentals one main bath house and very clean potable potties scattered throughout the area. Small creek runs at the end of the grounds.."
8. Dogwood Acres Campground
"Our site was a premium site that included a gas grill."
"When booking the dates earlier in the year, I spoke to a woman in the office who was even willing to drive to a few sites and text me photos since we hadn’t been there before making our final selection"
9. Artillery Ridge Campground
"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"
"This park is a perfect location if you want to explore Gettysburg National Historical Site as you can literally walk across the street and be in the park or venture½ mile up the road and you come to the"
10. Granite Hill Camping Resort
"Granite Hill has great facilities; free showers, a playground, mini golf and two small ponds for fishing. Plus they plan lots of weekend events"
"Female restrooms has 6 toilets and 6 showers (push button, luke warm water). COME PREPARED WITH LEVELING BLOCKS!!!! Our site was very slanting!!"
Drive Time
- 18 min from Chambersburg, PA
- 36 min from Hagerstown, MD
- 41 min from Gettysburg, PA
- 46 min from Harrisburg, PA
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Cabin Reviews near Orrstown, PA
632 Reviews of 64 Orrstown Campgrounds
- kken
GuideArtillery Ridge Campground
Great 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.
Matt S.
LegendLake Raystown Resort and Lodge
Enormous property, but...
We spent a long weekend for walks in the woods, seeing the fall colors, and all around a huge lake.
What We Liked:
- Even though the sites are sloped, they’re huge. I like that a lot.
- This property is enormous. They have a marina on the lake, a wedding facility, conference center, lots of cabins which look pretty good, and tent sites in addition to the RV sites. Go say hi to the goats behind the store. The property is amazing!
- If you’re interested, it’s a 90-minute drive to the Flight 93 Memorial— well worth the trip!
Things to Keep in Mind:
- The roads getting there are like a roller coaster. This isn’t the resort’s fault, but something you need to know if you’re going there.
- The sites are sloped. Took several blocks to get even close to level. I may be spoiled, but I really appreciate a level site.
- No sewer connection. There’s a dump station available, but just know the sites are water and electric only.
Would We Return?
- Probably not. It’s not fun driving in that area and there’s nothing much to do in the area.
Pam R.GuideGifford Pinchot State Park Campground
We 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.
- jjohn L.Guide
Artillery Ridge Campground
Got us out of a jam.
Where 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.
- jjohn L.Guide
Codorus State Park Campground
Hurricane camping
You 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.
- TTyler D.Guide
Gambrill State Park Campground
Great Camp Spot
This is a great camping spot. The sites aren’t too close together and the hosts are very friendly. The only reason I gave it four stars is because we are near a highway so you can hear cars throughout the night. But the crickets make up for it by being as loud as possible. With the fees, it cost $25 for a non-electric site and with access to showers after a long trek I was happy to pay.
Tyler K.
ScoutJellystone Park™ Williamsport
First time I ever left a campsite early , complete waste of money
Trip -week before labor day , temps 93 degrees, nothing on website when booked said about peak and non peak days on booking page. Said there were only 7 sites left(complete lie) campground was empty. First time we ever been to a place where EVERYTHING was closed. Campstore, jump pillow and the final straw was we went to go to the pool and that was closed. It was 545 pm sun still bright in the sky , nowhere near dusk( when its suppose to close) . So much conflicting info from what the paper we got handed vs what internet site said. Charged a resort fee ? for what a place to park? This is no resort. Grass was high enough to be seeding itself. My wife was so upset she was actually crying. This was supposed to be a fun trip for our da6ughter before going back to school. We decided this place over Buttonwood just because it was alittle closer. Did a full tour of the place. Realized there is nothing here. Went to dinner in town. Decided we didnt want to stay where we knew our Daughter would be bored. She's pretty easy to entertain but this was just ridiculous. 12 HOURS OF MY LIFE AND $400 BUCKS i will never get back. (Loading , driving , realizing we got screwed, driving, unloading) yup was pretty bad.
Glenn W.TravelerThousand Trails Gettysburg Farm
Great Campground and Farm
This campground is a great place to bring kids. The spots are a little tight but we were able to get our 46’ toy hauler in the spot with very little effort. Because the sites are back-in, we can’t use our rear patio but that is ok. The pool is very nice and the farm atmosphere makes it very fun for kids.
Guide to Orrstown
Cabins near Orrstown, Pennsylvania sit within the South Mountain range, with elevations ranging from 700 to 2,100 feet. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping months. Winter cabin rentals in this region often face closure during deer hunting season, which typically begins in late November.
What to do
Hiking accessible trails: Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground offers direct access to multiple hiking trails including the Appalachian Trail's midpoint. "We did a very nice run from our campsite out to the scenic viewpoint on top of Pole Steeple (about 7ish miles). The lake is great to jump in and cool off after a summer run," reports one visitor to Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground.
Creek exploration with tubes: Mountain Creek Camp Ground provides creek access for water activities during warmer months. "Loved camping here. The store has everything. Including hand dipped ice cream. Pool. Mini golf. A creek to fish or splash in. My husband loved finding frogs and fish," notes a camper at Mountain Creek Camp Ground.
Seasonal wildlife viewing: During certain times of year, cabin campers can experience unique natural phenomena. "We chose this park for the nice pool (short walk from campsites) but loved the synchronous firefly show we saw in July! Beautiful place!" shared a visitor to Caledonia State Park Campground.
What campers like
Off-grid relaxation: Cabin accommodations at Cowans Gap State Park offer a technology break with natural rewards. "Our first time at Cowans Gap and we loved it. 5 nights, 6 days with no cell or wifi to stress us out. Biking, Hiking, sitting around a campfire, very nice," writes a camper at Cowans Gap State Park Campground.
Clean facilities: Despite their rustic nature, many cabins provide access to well-maintained bathroom facilities. "Very nice campground with clean bathrooms and showers. Nice creek for the kids to play on a hot day. Great spot for kids," notes a visitor to Caledonia State Park.
Historic surroundings: Cabins near Gettysburg provide convenient access to significant landmarks. "This is a family campground and is mostly occupied by RV's who stay long term. Tent sites are spacious and fits 2 cars, sites fit 2-3 tents. The campground is pretty close to downtown Gettysburg if you're looking for restaurants/shops. It's in the heart of the battlefield access points and trails," shared a visitor to Gettysburg Campground.
What you should know
Limited amenities at forest cabins: The primitive cabins in Michaux State Forest require significant preparation. "Michaux State Forest sites fall in to 4 categories: Designated motorized sites, Designated motorized parking lot sites, Primitive backpacking sites, and Primitive Cabins, which are on State Forest land but are managed by and booked through the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club. None of the sites available in Michaux have electric or water hookups, drinking water available at sites, or restrooms," explains a visitor to Michaux State Forest.
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