Most RV campgrounds near Orrstown, Pennsylvania sit within the Cumberland Valley region at elevations between 600-700 feet. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 80-85°F and winters commonly dropping below freezing. Fall camping is particularly popular due to moderate temperatures and colorful foliage in the surrounding mountains.
What to do
Creek exploration: Relax by flowing water at Twin Bridge Campground where families can wade and play. "Our kids love the creek and playing in and around it. Some activities, playground, mini golf etc. but more of a relaxing campground."
Historical immersion: Visit Gettysburg within 30 minutes of camping. Staying at Thousand Trails Gettysburg Farm provides convenient battlefield access. "It's literally like a mile from downtown Gettysburg, which also has a lot of different things to do. Overall I would def recommend this campground to someone and I would also go back myself."
Farm animal encounters: Engage with livestock at select campgrounds. Children particularly enjoy the morning feeding routines. "We came amidst COVID-19, so the many activities and events this location usually holds are down, BUT there is still fun to be had here! We've enjoyed mini-golf, feeding the animals, 'hiking' through the cornfield, fishing, and campfires."
What campers like
Spacious creekside sites: Look for waterfront camping spots. At Twin Bridge Campground, certain sites offer premium water access. "We had Site C, which was right on the stream. This was a very nice site and we had more space between us than others had."
Recreational variety: Pools, mini-golf, and scheduled activities. Drummer Boy Camping Resort receives positive feedback for its diverse amenities. "The pool with the slide was very clean. We would definitely go back to this place again despite the couple of cons. We have possibly considered becoming 'seasonals' ourselves at this place."
Family-friendly environments: Many campgrounds cater to children. Guests appreciate the organized activities and opportunities for social interaction. "Staff is great, amenities are great, awesome time in great scenery. I love it and we visit a couple of times a year with our kids and family."
What you should know
Site selection matters: Quality varies significantly within campgrounds. At Round Top Campground, location impacts overall experience. "While the site was shaded, it was also on a significant hill and had NO view of anything but other seasonal campers."
Seasonal population: Many campgrounds have permanent residents. This can affect the atmosphere and available sites. "There are many seasonals in the campground with 'stuff' spread out everywhere around their campsites. We were in a transient section in the back of the park with long pull-thrus."
Service reliability fluctuations: Prepare for occasional utility issues. Some sites report inconsistent electrical service. "Electric went out 3 times, once for over 24 hrs. It was in the high 90°."
Tips for camping with families
Prioritize animal interaction: Farm campgrounds create lasting memories. Raystown Lake / Saxton KOA at Four Seasons delivers excellent themed weekends. "We stayed during Bigfoot weekend. It was super fun as our family likes bigfoot fun. We started out Friday night getting the offered $12 bbq plate that included pork burnt ends, beans and potato salad that were 'oh it's so good'."
Book holiday weekends early: Popular times fill quickly. Many families plan their stays months in advance, particularly for summer holidays. "We camped here in May for Memorial Day weekend. We usually avoid holidays but gave this campground a try. It was pretty full and everyone seemed to have a golf cart."
Consider activity schedules: Programming varies by season. Weekend activities are typically more robust than weekday options. "Quiet during the week, weekends quite busy."
Tips from RVers
Site positioning challenges: Hookup locations can be problematic. At Gettysburg Campground, RVers need to plan their setup carefully. "The amenities of Gettysburg Campground are quite good: full hookups with cable, all working as expected. Level sites, friendly and efficient staff, decently sized sites long enough for my 32' coach and a toad."
Leveling requirements: Terrain varies across rv campgrounds in Orrstown, Pennsylvania region. Many sites require additional blocking or careful positioning. "Site 22 is a deluxe patio back in site with a patio, 4 nice Adirondack chairs, a double glider, a weber propane grill and built in fire pit AND a dog fence just for that site. The site wasn't hard to level our RV but overall the sites are hilly and in fact the whole park is on a hill."
Sewer connection placement: Design impacts drainage effectiveness. Some RV parks have elevated connections that complicate waste management. "The biggest complaint about our site was that the sewer hookup was inconveniently placed about six inches above the ground which meant that it would not drain properly."
