Best Camping near Porters Sideling, PA

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Best Camping Sites Near Porters Sideling, PA (126)

    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground
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    1. Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    55 Reviews
    149 Photos
    260 Saves
    Wellsville, Pennsylvania
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $15 - $130 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Codorus State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Codorus State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Codorus State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Codorus State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Codorus State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Codorus State Park Campground

    2. Codorus State Park Campground

    40 Reviews
    167 Photos
    249 Saves
    Porters Sideling, Pennsylvania

    The 3,500-acre Codorus State Park is in the rolling hills of southern York County.

    The 1,275-acre Lake Marburg has 26 miles of shoreline and is a rest stop for migrating waterfowl and shorebirds. The lake is also popular with sail and motor boaters.

    Anglers love the lake for warmwater fishing and can also fish Codorus Creek for trout.

    Picnicking, swimming in the pool, and camping are popular activities.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $4 - $19 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Gettysburg Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Gettysburg Campground
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    3. Gettysburg Campground

    25 Reviews
    56 Photos
    154 Saves
    Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

    Located just 3 miles West of the center of town, our Gettysburg Campground is bordered by beautiful Marsh Creek, with both shady or sunny RV sites, and a primitive tent area along the creek. We offer 260 sites, accommodating everything from a tent to literally any size RV. Gettysburg Campground is also the only campground in Gettysburg with an on-site RV repair facility. We also have rustic cabins and full-facility cottages

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA

    4. Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA

    26 Reviews
    87 Photos
    104 Saves
    Fairfield, Pennsylvania

    If you are looking for a fun way to spend time with your family and friends outdoors, you will love everything the Gettysburg/Battlefield KOA has to offer. When you choose to go camping in Gettysburg, you get to enjoy a tranquil nature retreat while learning about one of the most important historical events of the nation's Civil War era. Gettysburg/Battlefield KOA is a campground near downtown Gettysburg that is built for campers of all types and experience levels. Situated just five miles from downtown Gettysburg, Gettysburg/Battlefield KOA gives you access to all the local attractions while ensuring you have a peaceful camping experience.

    You can secure a site for rugged tent camping, luxurious RV glamping or even cabin camping, depending on your party's preferences. Regardless of what type of camping experience you choose, you will have access to many modern amenities and conveniences, including essentials such as Wi-Fi and a laundry room. You can even participate in planned activities at our campground or rent bicycles for a unique way to tour the Gettysburg area.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Artillery Ridge Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Artillery Ridge Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Artillery Ridge Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Artillery Ridge Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Artillery Ridge Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Artillery Ridge Campground

    5. Artillery Ridge Campground

    20 Reviews
    109 Photos
    118 Saves
    Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

    Welcome to Artillery Ridge Campground! Located upon the very grounds of the Union Artillery Reserve, we are conveniently located within walking distance to Gettysburg Battlefield trails, museums, & monuments. We offer a variety of full hook up RV sites and tent camping. No gear, no problem! Relax in one of our themed cabins. We are also the only campground in Gettysburg, PA with overnight accommodations for horses. Known for our long-standing relationships with camping tourists, families and groups, come see why it’s going to be a great time camping with us!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Merry Meadows Recreation Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Merry Meadows Recreation Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Merry Meadows Recreation Farm
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    6. Merry Meadows Recreation Farm

    18 Reviews
    46 Photos
    62 Saves
    Freeland, Maryland
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground

    7. Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    49 Photos
    275 Saves
    Peach Glen, Pennsylvania

    Flush toilets, warm showers, some electric hook-ups

    This activity or structure is ADA accessible.

    Seventy tent and trailer sites are available from late March to mid-December.

    Each campsite has a picnic table and fire ring. A sanitary dump station is near the campground entrance.

    A seasonal camp store is one quarter-mile from the campground.

    Pets are permitted on designated campsites for a fee.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Caledonia State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Caledonia State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Caledonia State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Caledonia State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Caledonia State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Caledonia State Park Campground

    8. Caledonia State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    38 Photos
    181 Saves
    Fayetteville, Pennsylvania

    The 1,125-acre Caledonia State Park is in Adams and Franklin counties, midway between Chambersburg and Gettysburg along the Lincoln Highway, US 30.

    The park is nestled within South Mountain, the northern terminus of the well-known Blue Ridge Mountain of Maryland and Virginia. Within South Mountain there are four state parks and 84,000 acres of state forest land waiting to be explored and enjoyed. The soils on either side of South Mountain are ideal for fruit production, proven by the abundance of orchards in the surrounding area.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Owens Creek Campground — Catoctin Mountain Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Owens Creek Campground — Catoctin Mountain Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Owens Creek Campground — Catoctin Mountain Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Owens Creek Campground — Catoctin Mountain Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Owens Creek Campground — Catoctin Mountain Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Owens Creek Campground — Catoctin Mountain Park

    9. Owens Creek Campground — Catoctin Mountain Park

    28 Reviews
    89 Photos
    127 Saves
    Sabillasville, Maryland

    Overview

    Owens Creek Campground offers families and individuals enjoyable primitive tent camping. Located just five miles from Thurmont, Maryland, in the rolling hills of Catoctin Mountain Park.

    Recreation

    As a primitive camping area, Owens Creek encourages visitors to use healthy doses of imagination while surrounded by the natural landscape. Nature hikes and campfire circles are popular activities. The Deerfield Nature Trail connects directly to the campground and is a 1.5 mile loop with a connection to the park's western system of trails. Browns Farm Trail is nearby in the Owens Creek Picnic Area and offers budding archeologists with a peek into the history of the area. This trail is also a youth friendly 'Track Trail'. For more information go to: www.kidsinparks.com. Catoctin Mountain Park boasts 25 miles of trails.

    Natural Features

    The campground is surrounded by a rolling landscape, perfect for hikes of any level from easy to extremely strenuous. Owens Creek flows past the campground providing a peaceful setting beside a bubbling brook. Whether blanketed in snow in winter months, brilliant with color in the fall or blooming with wildflowers in the spring, Owens Creek offers beautiful scenery all year.

    Nearby Attractions

    Other National Park Service units in the area are: Antietam National Battlefield www.nps.gov/ancm/index.htm 26 miles, Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park www.nps.gov/choh/index.htm 28 miles, Eisenhower National Historic Site www.nps.gov/eise/index.htm 20 miles, Gettysburg National Military Park www.nps.gov/gett/index/htm 20 miles, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park www.nps.gov/hafe/index.htm 37 miles, Monocacy National Battlefield www.nps.gov/mono/index.htm 18 miles, Appalachian National Scenic Trail www.nps.gov/appa/index.htm , 8 miles, Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail www.nps.gov/pohe/index.htm , 26 miles. Other Attractions: Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo www.cwpzoo.com , Cunningham Falls State Park www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/cunningham.asp , Tourism Council of Frederick County www.fredericktourism.org , Washington County Hagerstown, MD www.marylandmemories.org/home.html .

    Charges & Cancellations

    Important Information on Late Cancellations A cancellation is considered late if it occurs the day before or the day of arrival. Customers will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Hersheypark Camping Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Hersheypark Camping Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Hersheypark Camping Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Hersheypark Camping Resort
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    10. Hersheypark Camping Resort

    27 Reviews
    84 Photos
    102 Saves
    Hummelstown, Pennsylvania

    From campfires to coasters, Hershey campground combines the fun of camping with the convenience and benefits of staying at an Official Resort of Hersheypark. Bring your tent or RV, or rent a cabin, and enjoy the year-round natural beauty of Hershey The Sweetest Place On Earth!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    Camper-submitted photo from Olive Green Cabin
    Oct. 28, 2024

    Olive Green Cabin

    Lovely cabin stay

    Perfect rustic cabin in the woods. It gives the illusion of being secluded even though the road is just on the other side of some trees. You'll get some car sounds for sure, but mostly quiet after dark.

    The loft really only slept 2 unless you are ok sleeping on the floor. No running water or electricity. You'll need to bring plenty of flashlights and lanterns as well as water. Everything was clean and nice, including the outhouse.

    The porch of the cabin was our main hangout and cooking station as it does get very dark inside. There were still a few nice, late-season pears left under the tree that we very much enjoyed.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hersheypark Camping Resort
    Oct. 28, 2024

    Hersheypark Camping Resort

    Fall to

    Overall great trip. Friendly super helpful staff. Sites are a bit small but to be expected for a theme park event resort. I dropped one star for freight rail 24/7 next to camp

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gettysburg
    Oct. 25, 2024

    Gettysburg

    Great location

    The resort had great amenities for all ages. We stayed in October so there was plenty of activities for kids from crafts, games, dancing, to trick or treating. The resort ensured safety for the kids during trick or treating and closed all vehicle traffic for 2 hours. The location also had golf cars to rent to explore the sites. All employees were easy to talk to, always had a smile and personable.

  • Jackson B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground
    Oct. 16, 2024

    Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    Great Spot for Newer Campers

    Decently spaced out campsites for the most part, good service connection (Verizon), and pretty solid bathrooms make it a great spot for families or newer campers. Wish there were some more hikes/things to do at the state park itself, especially with the lake having toxic algae in it right now.

  • Jason L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gettysburg Campground
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Gettysburg Campground

    Nothing to complain about

    Arrived, quickly showed how to get to our site. We setup without issue and spent 3 nights without anyone bothering us on our tent site. The place was quiet by about 11:10, not sure if it was enforced or happened naturally. The out houses could have been cleaned a bit more regularly as it was a busy long weekend. Overall it was a great experience.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hollofield Area Campground
    Oct. 1, 2024

    Hollofield Area Campground

    Closed

    We arrived at 1am, hadn’t made a reservation, and it was closed and the gates locked. No where on the website does it say it’s closed. Very frustrating, especially as a weary traveler.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park
    Oct. 1, 2024

    Pinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park

    Roadside Family-Friendly All-Inclusive Campground Near Highway

    While I suppose there’s no shortage of reasons as to why one would stop for a night or a week here at Pinch Pond Family Campground, we just so happened to stop by on our way to Harrisburg / Hershey and found this roadside campground so inconveniently located (more on this later) right next to highway I76. Whether you’re hauling a 5th wheel, driving an RV or looking to pitch a tent, Pinch Pond has you covered, figuratively – as they offer virtually any type of camping, from RV and 5th Wheel to tent / primitive as well as cottage rentals – as there’s no shortage of trees and shrubbery everywhere around the perimeter (although not within) this particular campground.

    Whether or not it’s true that this is the only family fun campground located between Hershey & Lancaster, what I will attest to is that this is one very all-inclusive campground that offers no shortage of outstanding amenities. Even before you arrive to the main office, you will appreciate the gated surroundings that ensure drive-by traffic doesn’t ruin your experience here. Once you park in front of the main office, you’ll spot the community pool right in front and once inside the office, you’ll be immediately greeted by two of the most hospitable desk staff. Here, you’ll check-in, get directions and may return to purchase any of the sundries, treats, ice cream and souvenirs that this place has ... or make your way back to the game room where you’ll find arcade games.

    In addition to offering up laundry, super-clean and well-kept restrooms with showers, there’s also WiFi throughout the campground as well as select ethernet ports (both for a fee, which is a bummer), designated dump stations and dumpsters, soccer field, propane refill tank, kid’s playground and even a barn. Clear in the back of the property, you’ll find a small fishing pond. Scattered throughout the grounds are picnic tables and in-ground fire rings with grills. Should you be driving an RV, the slots are level and feature small stone surface with all of the typical hook-ups (30 / 50 electric amp, water, sewage and Cable TV). Oh, and if you don’t have an RV, 5th Wheeler or even a tent, no worries, as there are also 7 or so cottages that you can rent.

    Downsides? Well, let’s come back to that ‘inconvenient’ proximity to interstate 76. For starters, while it is RIGHT NEXT to the highway, it’s not a simple or EZ path to navigate as you’ll have to basically get off the turnpike and essentially drive around a 5 square mile bit of PA Dutch countryside just to arrive back right next to the highway, but on the other side where Pinch Pond Family Campground is at. Maybe driving completely out of the way to arrive here encourages transient passerbys to stay away, but one thing is for certain – you’re not going to get away from all of that highway traffic noise. Second, you’ll note that while most of Pinch Pond is divided into little neighborhoods, for the most part, the entire campground is completely wide open so there is very little privacy apart from a few select locations (where I make recommendations in the Insider’s Tips section). Next, and I really wished someone had let us know this before we agreed to stay, but there’s a shooting range near the property, so at all hours you will hear target practice going on, especially in the wee early hours. Lastly, while the pricing feels pretty affordable for full hook-up (30 / 50 amp) @$57-$67 / night and 20-amp+ water hook-up@ $54-$64 / night, I thought the pricing for primitive (read: no electric or water hook-ups) @$52-$62/ night to be akin to highway (yes, pun intended because you’re right next to one here!) robbery.

    Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) While it irked me a bit that Pinch Pond likes to ‘pinch pennies’ by offering early arrivals / late departures for $3/ hour, in a crunch, providing that accommodations are available, it’s not the worst option to take advantage of if you need some extra time; (2) If you’ve never visited an Amish community, you should definitely take advantage of this very unique location by exploring Lancaster County where you can find a number of horse & buggies to take a trip in to take in the absolutely gorgeous Pennsylvania Dutch countryside in a very unique way; (3) From a foodie standpoint, take my word for it, there is VERY little around these parts and what you can find nearby are local joints, which we loved BTW, including: Mount Gretna Hideaway, Gus’ Keystone Family Restaurant, Kountry Kitchen Family Restaurant, Forklift & Palate Restaurant as well as Mount Joy Family Restaurant; (4) If you are traveling in these parts with kids, there’s a handful of really great places to check out like the most obvious nearby location being Hershey Park, Chocolate Factory, Gardens & Museum, but there’s also Laserdome located just due south of Pinch Pond Family Campground by about 20 minutes or just due east is a really cool Wolf Sanctuary that is a refuge for these four-legged friends complete with guided tours; (5) IMHO the best campsite locations are actually the ones designated for primitive tents as they are all located in the rear of the property and therefore quieter and more removed from the rest of the somewhat crowded campground – for RVers, I would recommend sites #102–120, again, in the far rear or sites #308– 317 along Angler’s Way; and (6) If you are thinking about staying here during the Renaissance Faire, which apparently is a VERY BIG thing in these parts, you are going to want to book your spot as soon as possible.

    Happy Camping!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country
    Oct. 1, 2024

    Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country

    Camping in Amish Country @ Its Best

    I don’t know if the Amish camp, but regardless, if you’d like to experience what it’s like to go camping in Amish country then Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country RV Resort has you covered. First of all, whenever I see that word ‘resort’ I always wonder – is it really a resort? And, well, while we're on that particular question, what makes a place a resort in the first place? In my estimation, a resort has to have a pool and likely some of those splash pools, probably gated or requires some sort of secure admittance, full of recreation options, is a restful respite and (very probably) features a Tiki Hut or some version of an outdoor bar that is serving up delicious libations. Apart from that very last amenity, this particular RV campground destination ticks most of the boxes.

    So, should you be looking for an authentic Quaker environ to enjoy some of the best of what the great Keystone State has to offer, then you might want to give PA Dutch Country RV Resort some consideration, but before you do, you’ll need to secure a membership with Thousand Trails in order to access this, and indeed the other 250 or so other campgrounds this camping conglomerate has throughout the US. The biggest downside to this particular campground is its very close proximity to the PA Turnpike, which while convenient, might detract a bit from the peace & quiet you might be expecting when here at your new-found camping ‘resort.’ That said, as the PA Dutch Country RV Resort rests at a slightly higher elevation than the turnpike, I have to admit, we really didn’t notice much of any noise coming from the highway and what’s more, this campground is completely surrounded by a fairly dense forest, which likely is what blocks any irritable sound and most certainly blocks any highway or traffic visibility.

    Should you decide to leave ‘the reservation’ for any reason, you’ll be engulfed by the incredibly rich, verdant countryside populated by incredibly rural residents who’s ancestors settled this vast rich farmland a few hundred years ago. Today, the Pennsylvania Dutch countryside (of which my Irish ancestors intermingled with a long time ago) is a combination of rolling hills in a plush countryside punctuated by massive rolled bays of hay in the surrounding fields, covered wooden bridges and the occasional quaint New England well-preserved charming towns that you will be sure to encounter. So, if you have camping on your mind, discovering a spot like PA Dutch Country RV Resort places you in the heart of one of the most picturesque natural landscapes anywhere in the Keystone State.

    Should you need directions to this campground, it’s just off Exit 44 of PA Turnpike or Exit 60 & 60A off of I78. Here at PA Dutch Country RV Resort you’ll encounter a destination offering up 267 back-in and pull-through slots with full hook-ups (30 / 50 amp electric, water and sewage) for RVs in the midst of a fairly decent wooded surrounding with about 6 tent sites offering 15 amp electric and running water. You will discover that no matter where you look on this property, you will have to contend with sloping land as this campground appears to be situated right on the side of a heavily wooded hill. That said, we didn’t have any problems laying out our campsite that came with the standard-issued picnic table and in-ground fold-up fire ring. Don’t have an RV, 5th Wheeler or Tent? Not a problem, as the good folks here at PA Dutch Country RV Resort will rent you one of their 3 cottages for the night.

    As previously mentioned, with the term ‘resort’ there should be a ton of amenities that one conjures up and PA Dutch Country RV Resort does not disappoint with plenty of amenities, inclusive of: 3 fairly massive restroom & shower facilities, Wi-Fi service (at a cost), trading post / camp store, swimming pool, walking paths, clubhouse/ office, playing card room, church service, crafts & arts, family bingo, community library, mini golf course, basketball court, horseshoe pits, kids playgrounds, fire pit, designated picnic & BBQ areas, ranger station, recreation hall, cornhole, basketball court, designated dump stations, water stations, ice for sale, propane refueling station, RV storage, Laundry-O-Mat and pet friendly.

    Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) If you are an RVer or 5th Wheeler, the best sites IMHO are those that back up to the periphery and are northernmost up the slight embankment as you’ll have greater privacy and less noise being furthest away from all of the action in the center of this campground resort – these sites include: #C1– C5, #D9– D17 and #E44– E49; (2) Should you grow weary of trying to conjure up that next meal from the depths of your Cordova roto-molded cooler or from the confines of your onboard mini-fridge, while there’s not a ton of restaurants around these parts, there are a few and they are pretty amazing, including favorites Brick Tavern Inn and The West End, McCoole’s @ The Historic Red Lion Inn and Sage Alley Brewery; (3) In the event that you need to replenish any of your supplies, rest assured as in nearby Quakertown, there’s a Giant & Aldi’s grocery store as well as a local Target, Walmart, TJMaxx, Kohl’s and Link Beverages to stock up on the 21+ liquid refreshment; (4) Should you be towing your canoe or kayak with you and are eager to get the beak of your waterbird wet, then head on over due east of Quakertown Campground to Nockamixon SP where there’s a sizeable, yet skinny lake just begging for you to navigate it and get some good, hard oaring in; and (5) As a tent camper, while there are only 6 or so spots to choose from, you’ll be happy to know that these are also located on the periphery, with #L1& L2 being southernmost, which I would avoid altogether as this places you too close to the highway) and #T9– T12, which are located northernmost and are the best tent campsites to book.

    Happy Camping!

  • Andrea N.
    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground
    Sep. 22, 2024

    Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    Nice campground, needs updating

    The campground had a good feel to it. We had a nice view of the lake. We booked a non electric site for our tent camping. The bath houses need updated though. The only negative I can say is that our site did not have a great spot for the tent except by the parking spot and not down by the fire ring.

  • Rob  O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Owens Creek Campground — Catoctin Mountain Park
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Owens Creek Campground — Catoctin Mountain Park

    So peaceful, free split firewood, close to Gettysburg

    Reservations are made through the National parks service "recreation.gov" website. Arrived for tent camping for 2 nights and found a pleasantly prepared raised bed area to pitch my tent on. My stay was quiet and the bathrooms were clean and well stocked. This is a great base camp for getting out to the Gettysburg National park and battlefield. town is less than 10 miles away that has a grocery store and restaurants. FREE split firewood. So quiet i swear i heard a squirrel burp.

  • Germ E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Evergreen Point Village
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Evergreen Point Village

    Great

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  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Granite Hill Camping Resort
    Sep. 17, 2024

    Granite Hill Camping Resort

    Family Campground

    Nice family campground that offers alot. Its very big, only 1 central bathhouse for very large area. Female restrooms has 6 toilets and 6 showers (push button, luke warm water). COME PREPARED WITH LEVELING BLOCKS!!!! Our site was very slanting!!

  • Brett D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Susquehanna State Park Campground
    Sep. 17, 2024

    Susquehanna State Park Campground

    Good Near by Camping

    Good near by camping less then 90 minutes from me. Relatively quiet campsite, family friendly. We stayed in site 38 on the Acorn loop,  which had a fair amount of roots and took some work to get leveled , but was manageable once the camper was leveled. Electric worked great. Hiking trails were infested with yellow jackets and stung myself and my wife while hiking. Also Steppingstone farm was closed , but was not indicated on the website prior to camping. If you like beer I recommend checking out Hopkins Brewery, which is about 8 minutes away from the campsite.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Quarryville
    Sep. 16, 2024

    Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Quarryville

    It’s a Kid’s Campground

    Granted it’s a Yogi Bear campground, so the kids were expected. However, adults carrying on well beyond the 11pm quiet time, outrageously loud hay rides well past 9pm on Friday, combined with a ton of golf carts and under age drivers it’s unanimous, we won’t be back.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Codorus State Park Campground
    Sep. 15, 2024

    Codorus State Park Campground

    Convenient escape!

    I've stayed at Cordorus a number of times as it's not too far away for a weekend getaway.  Last time was in Sept. 2023 when some tropical storm poured rain for three days. I'm booked for next weekend now in Sept. 2024, so I hope it's a dry one.  I pulled up The Dyrt to see if anything has changed, but I see it's still the great place it always is.

    I usually end up in a dry site as I book late and the electric sites are all filled.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Bennett Campground
    Sep. 15, 2024

    Little Bennett Campground

    Great for families

    Fun weekend trip very close to DC. Well kept park with lots of activities for kids - jumping pillow, laser tag, pedal carts, arts and crafts. Nice little game room and some outdoor games at the activity center as well. Full hookup spots in the D loop were pretty nice. The spots in the first half of the loop felt a little close together for my taste, but our spot (D61) was nice as we didn’t have any neighbors on one side. Only complaint is that it’s pricey and has a two night minimum on weekends, but felt worth it with all the activities that were available.

  • Wailym C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Codorus State Park Campground
    Sep. 8, 2024

    Codorus State Park Campground

    Enjoyable & comfortable

    Codorus state campground provided a comfortable and quiet stay.  The trailer sites in loop C are spacious enough with plenty of shades and trees. 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.  No cross winds, no breeze, just hot!  The trails from

    Campground are ok for a short walk, not much of a lake view but mostly shaded trail.  The pool is conveniently located maybe even walking distance for some.  But be advised, this is a public pool open to everyone and folks start showing up at 7am, separate entrance road and entry fee was around $10 pp. The lake is great!  Lovely areas to relax and explore.  No swimming allowed anywhere but you can find places to sneak a dip 😉 just look past marina near state park public recreation area.  The park staff won’t give you a hard time they just ask that you don’t go further than waist deep. It is a very large lake.  We highly recommend that you rent a pontoon boat to head out and explore!  Very worth it!  All grounds and areas are clean and kept in great condition.

  • Stephen W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hersheypark Camping Resort
    Sep. 7, 2024

    Hersheypark Camping Resort

    Excellent staff clean and level sites

    We stay here once a year. Always a good experience. Our site was very spacious. Close to area attractions. Shuttle bus yo the park and arena.

  • Richard B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hollofield Area Campground
    Aug. 11, 2024

    Hollofield Area Campground

    Nice place to camp

    This campground is pleasant, but the sites are situated quite close to one another. The camping area is away from the main parts of the park through gates, so you won't be bothered by non-camp traffic. A few hiking trails lead to many more extended trails, but it is a steep slope down to the river.

  • Paulina B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Spring Gulch Resort Campground
    Jul. 28, 2024

    Spring Gulch Resort Campground

    Hidden Amish Country Gem

    This resort is a lot bigger than you would anticipate from the road/entryway. Tons of amenities for families including mini golf, an arcade, pools, fishing ponds, etc. Not to mention live music on the weekends! Some of the facilities are a bit worn down, but that didn’t stop us from having a great time.

  • John H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Beacon Hill Camping
    Jul. 27, 2024

    Beacon Hill Camping

    Small, but nice quiet campground w/ good services

    Stayed 2 nights. Located w/in walking distance of small town of Intercourse, PA, with plenty of shopping and Amish crafts. Very friendly people. Inexpensive stay.

  • Brandon L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hersheypark Camping Resort
    Jul. 12, 2024

    Hersheypark Camping Resort

    Nice location close to the park

    When we first checked in at the resort, we enjoyed the easy check-in and the location was an easy to get to location. After checking in, we drove all around the campground just to get to our site which is a little out-of-the-way, but it was manageable. Our site was very unlevel, but we made it work. We did like being at the end of the road therefore there was less traffic coming through. we didn’t have a neighbor who had a lot more tents than they were supposed to have on their site and they were slowly encroaching on our site. We loved how our kids were able to walk to the playground and play every day before our outings. The campground had two pools and a child’s pool the pools seemed to be slightly under maintained the last day. It had a weird smell, which I believe the chlorine levels were not correct. However, we still enjoyed our time here and went to the pool almost every day at the end of the day off. It was one of the hottest days of the year. I feel like we still had a great time and enjoyed the camp. The trolley was a great addition to getting to and from the Hershey attractions



Guide to Porters Sideling

Camping near Porters Sideling, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a fun-filled adventure, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Caledonia State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The Appalachian trail runs right by it," making it a great spot for hiking enthusiasts.
  • Fishing and Swimming: At Codorus State Park Campground, you can enjoy the lake. A reviewer said, "The lake is great! Lovely areas to relax and explore."
  • Historical Sites: Visit Gettysburg, just a short drive from Gettysburg Campground. One camper noted, "Was very easy to access from the campground. Was not a lot in the way of restaurants and take out nearby."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground. A reviewer shared, "The restrooms at this park, while they are older, they are clean and pretty much in good order."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many enjoy the peaceful environment at Owens Creek Campground. One visitor said, "This is a great quiet little camping ground."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA offers fun games and a mini-golf course. A camper mentioned, "We had a great time... they have big chess boards like in Harry Potter."

What you should know

  • Site Sizes: Some campgrounds have tight spots. A camper at Hersheypark Camping Resort noted, "The ONLY good thing this RV park has going is the Hershey park bus that runs all day back and forth."
  • Crowded Areas: Expect some campgrounds to be busy, especially during holidays. A visitor at Cunningham Falls State Park said, "The only downsides for us were that the campsites were relatively small, and close together."
  • Limited Cell Service: If you plan to use your phone, be prepared for spotty service at Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "If you are planning to use your cellphone at this one, probably not going to happen."

Tips for camping with families

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and swimming areas. A parent at Cunningham Falls State Park said, "My kids also LOVED the swimming lake -- especially great for small kids."
  • Plan for Crowds: If you’re camping during peak times, arrive early to secure a good spot. A camper at Gettysburg Campground noted, "The campground was packed out."
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can keep kids happy during hikes and activities. A visitor at Codorus State Park Campground mentioned, "There are some neat places around and markets are close by."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Levels: Some sites may not be level, making it tricky for RVs. A reviewer at Caledonia State Park Campground advised, "Wouldn't book that site again for our unit. It was on a slope."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Not all campgrounds have stores nearby. A camper at Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground said, "The store is really just a small carry out with a few things, so bring everything you are planning to have in with you."
  • Use the Dump Station: Make sure to utilize dump stations if available. A visitor at Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground mentioned, "The bathhouse was fairly close and clean."

Camping near Porters Sideling, Pennsylvania, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular campground near Porters Sideling, PA?

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

  • What parks are near Porters Sideling, PA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 19 parks near Porters Sideling, PA that allow camping, notably Greenbelt Park and Blue Marsh Lake.