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Best 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 Sites Near Orrstown, Pennsylvania (62)

    1. Caledonia State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Fayetteville, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 352-2161

    $20 - $92 / night

    "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."

    2. Cowans Gap State Park Campground

    31 Reviews
    Fort Loudon, PA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 485-3948

    $20 - $123 / night

    "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."

    3. Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    Peach Glen, PA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 486-7174

    $20 - $43 / night

    "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. "

    4. Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA

    26 Reviews
    Fairfield, PA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 642-5713

    "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. "

    5. Twin Bridge Campground

    5 Reviews
    Chambersburg, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 369-2216

    $38 - $43 / night

    "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."

    6. Michaux State Forest

    6 Reviews
    Shippensburg, PA
    11 miles
    Website

    $10 / night

    "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."

    7. Gettysburg Campground

    26 Reviews
    Gettysburg, PA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 334-3304

    "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

    5 Reviews
    Newville, PA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 776-5203

    "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

    26 Reviews
    Gettysburg, PA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 334-1288

    "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"

    "Behind the campsite we stayed at, we learned connected to Stangler Farm, which served as a hospital for the wounded."

    10. Granite Hill Camping Resort

    15 Reviews
    Fairfield, PA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 642-8749

    "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!!"

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  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 11, 2022

    Canoe Creek State Park Campground

    Nice Cabins

    This park is a little different and has some fairly interesting history. There are some old ruins as well as an old quarry site. The grounds are open to hunting and we were surprised by a bird hunter and his dog who was running around off leash, creating a little havoc for us while walking our two dogs on the trail. If you visit in the fall, be sure to bring some hunter orange if you plan on exploring the trails.

    Now onto the cabins- these are quite nice! They have nice bathrooms with hot showers, a common area with a lot of furniture, a kitchen with large table and full sized appliances. The cabin we stayed in was pet friendly and had two rooms, one with a full size bed and a second one with 2 sets of bunk beds. The heat was quite efficient and kept us warm on some cold nights. 

    These cabins are not equipped with any type of consumables, cookware or linens. You really need to bring everything if you're planning on actually using the bathroom or kitchen. There is toilet paper though :) We chose to stay here due to its proximity to several National Park sites in the area and it was perfect for us! We will be visiting another state park with similar cabins next year, too!

  • Jen V.
    Oct. 3, 2018

    Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    Large, pretty park in a very convenient location

    Site Details: We stayed in the Dragonfly camping cottage (quick weekend trip without the husband, and I’m not quite up for towing and setting up the popup by myself with 3 kids!). It was a standard rustic-type state park cabin, with 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. Very clean inside. The cabin also had a really nice front porch, picnic table, and fire ring, and was situated with a beautiful lake view. The area we were in contained both rustic cabins and yurts (which looked really neat).

    Facilities/Overall Park: Multiple bath houses were scattered among various loops, and each one we visited was very old, dim and drab, but they were also spacious and reasonably clean. Showers all had old rust and water stains. However, it was nice that there were so many of them, because this is a very large state park with multiple camping loops. Most tent and basic RV sites were shaded and private, while the newer FHU sites were more open (but still nicely spaced). Hosts and rangers were nice, but not very helpful or proactive when they needed to correct a reservation mistake they made (but it worked out in the end). There is a beautiful lake with a really nice day area in the center of the park, with a great playground and concession stand. The lake is popular for fishing and swimming, although there is oddly no sand beach; swimmers just entered the water straight from the grass.

    Surrounding Area/Attractions: Not much going on in the immediate vicinity, but Harrisburg, Amish country, and Hershey are all doable day trips from the park. We were here just for the Hershey RV show, and it was an easy 40-minute drive.

    Overall, this was a very pretty park with site options for every type of camper, but certain elements are in need of updating. I don’t think I’d go out of my way to make this park a destination, but it’s a nice option as a base camp for visiting the RV show or other attractions (with a much cheaper price tag than the private CGs closer to the action).

  • Jen R.
    Jun. 4, 2019

    Drooly Bear Cabin

    Extremely peaceful and in the middle of no where

    This is a very nice cabin with three bedrooms, a loft area and 1.5 bathrooms, LR, kitchen and small dining area. There is a large deck with a few chairs and a picnic table. You travel down a non-paved road and into the middle of absolute peacefulness. I sat on the porch for about an hour trying to hear something other than acorns falling, birds chirping and airplanes to no avail. There is a fire pit area however due to the rain we had all of the wood was wet and we were not able to get one started. The sofa in the LR was broken. It almost looked like someone jumped off of the balcony onto it. There was a bachelor party in there just before us so it looks like that had a good time. Also, all of the beds were absolutely not comfortable AT ALL. My back hurt so badly I almost slept on the floor. There is a TV there but no cable however there is internet so they have Hulu, Netflix, ROKU, Amazon Video and a lot of other ways to watch shows if you want. There is a washer and dryer, air conditioning and a wood stove for heat. They also have a crib for infants and a high chair which was very nice as we had a 1 year old at the time. The kitchen was also stocked with appliances, dishes, cups, cooking items, silverware and amenities so we didn't have to drag everything plus the kitchen sink along. Pets are allowed however there is no smoking. You have to be at least 25 years old to rent the cabin. Raystown Lake is very close by and so is Trough Creek State Park. There is a suspension bridge at the park, Balanced Rock and Rainbow Falls. We had a fantastic time and look forward to heading back to the area again someday soon. Everything was stocked very well and we definitely enjoyed our stay.

  • barb C.
    Aug. 6, 2022

    Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA

    Amazing campground!

    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. We had civil war soldiers drilling and staying the weekend we were there. Bathrooms are super clean.

  • Kent L.
    Jun. 21, 2022

    Seven Points (PA)

    Top 5 Campground in PA

    This campground is located on the east side of Pennsylvania and offers a beautiful view of Lake Raystown. The campground has over 200 sites to choose from, and many of them are right on the water. There are also plenty of activities to keep you busy, including swimming, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing and my favorite thing to do Mt Biking. Raystown lake is also a really nice boating lake. The lake is a natural beauty with so many coves and inlets for the biggest of boats to enjoy. They do have a camping resort on the other side of the lake which makes it nice for anyone looking for rustic cabins or cabin rentals. 

     There are 50 miles of single track mountain biking at this campground. They are some of the best flow trails on the East coast and are the# 1 trail system in Pennsylvania. This is a family friendly campground and has so much to offer. There are volleyball nets, playgrounds, kayak and paddleboard rentals. The kids took a kayak over to an island and spent the afternoon cliff jumping with a 10 ft and 25 ft cliff to launch off of. The sites here are some of the nicest we have ever seen. They are all big and private with stunning views of Raystown Lake. There are steps down from your camper to a pad with a fire pit and area for a tent. You are literally 10 feet away from the water as you enjoy a sunset while sitting around the fire. The lake is a great place to kayak, paddleboard, or just relax and enjoy the view. We love coming here and spending our weekends on the lake. All tent sites are equipped with picnic tables and most sites are electric. looking for other epic reviews check out the top ten campgrounds in PA https://www.longdaycampingco.com/post/10-best-campsites-in-pennsylvania-gorgeous-sites-to-enjoy-the-outdoors

  • Wendy W.
    Aug. 15, 2019

    Ole Mink Farm Recreation Resort

    Great resort-style cabin for “glamping!”

    Well-appointed, semi-rustic cabins set in Catoctin Mountain. Not far from the Wm. Houck lake area and trailhead to Cunningham Falls.

    Our cabin came equipped with A/C and heat, full kitchenette, fireplace, screened in porch, and firepit area (including wood and fire starters!) with seating and picnic table.

    Ole Mink Farm is very resort-like with a central pool and clubhouse. They also offer various activities — mainly on weekends — like cornhole tournaments and campfire gatherings.

    And I can’t say enough about the customer service!! They take hospitality to whole new levels! We ran into a couple personal snags on our trip, and they were so accommodating. Even when my Mom got sick, they checked in on us and asked about her by name. What a wonderful group of owners!

    If you want to “glamp,” I would HIGHLY recommend this place!

  • PhiladelphiaKaley R.
    Jun. 1, 2018

    Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    Basic amenities and activities for the average camper

    Large campground with electric RV/camper sites as well as non-electric tent sites. Several bathroom and shower facilities. Lake-side sites are available and each site comes equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and parking spot. Friendly staff, decently maintained. There were several planks missing from our picnic table and the parking spot was a mud hole. Some pet friendly sites are available as well. A snapping turtle stopped by for a visit at our campsite and ended up laying eggs! Quite a sight to see, there is plenty of wildlife around to enjoy during your stay.

  • Dave G.
    Jul. 14, 2016

    Olive Green Cabin

    Decent escape from life in a cabin full of history

    Olive Green cabin, owned/operated by the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club is a two floor primitive cabin near Frederick, Maryland. It's a log cabin that was built around the mid-1860's. The last private owner, Olive Green lived in it until the 1980's (I think) when she was still living primitively without electricity or water. She grew her own food and had livestock on her property. The cabin itself is stocked with various cookware (including cast iron), bed frames, tables, chairs, books and games. We went in December after a storm and needed to shovel our way to the outhouse. Manual labor is not a bad thing! The opportunity to stay here and live primitively for a weekend was nice. The only downside is that the cabin is not effectively insulated, with numerous holes between the logging that lets a good amount of cold air in at night. There is also a wood burning stove on the first floor that's great for cooking on, but doesn't produce a lot of heat that needs to make its way to the sleeping quarters in the loft.

  • Jen R.
    Nov. 6, 2020

    Cabin at Raystown Lake

    Remote cabin in the woods surrounded by nature

    This cabin was absolutely amazing. It is off of a stone road in Rothrock State Forest in a gated community. The instructions for gaining access to the community and to the cabin were provided by the owners. We had two families here which were four adults and three children. There was plenty of room for everyone. There were two full bathrooms a small kitchen, dining area, a living room equipped with movies since there was no cable or internet service, a side room off of the kitchen with an electric stove which heated the property. There was also a side and rear deck equipped with a picnic table, chairs and a gas grill. There were also three fire pits around the property to choose from which was great. The back yard was huge and was great for the kids to run around and play football and tag. There was also a horseshoe pit with shoes provided. All kitchen items for eating and cooking were provided. There was a coffee pot as well along with a toaster. Hiking at nearby Trough Creek State Park was amazing and we went to see the Balanced Rock. We also went to Raystown Lake visitor area and checked out the beach area and got some nice photos of the lake. We then headed to the nearby town of Huntingdon and went to Ferguson's Pub for lunch. The food there was great and the owner and waitress were extremely nice. I highly recommend giving them a visit while in town. I recommend the chicken bacon ranch wrap! There is a nearby antique car museum as well and local shopping. There really is something for everyone to do here. Not to mention boating, hiking, camping at the state park and just enjoying nature at it's finest. We had such a relaxing time here I can't wait to come back!

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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