Cabin camping near Quincy, Pennsylvania offers visitors access to the northern edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains at elevations between 500-800 feet. The region experiences four distinct seasons with summer daytime temperatures typically reaching 80-90°F, while spring and fall nights can drop below 40°F. Rustic and modern cabin accommodations throughout the area serve as convenient bases for exploring the extensive trail systems and historical sites within a 20-mile radius.
What to do
**Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Connect to sections of the iconic AT near Caledonia State Park Campground. "The greatest feature of this park is that there is access to the AT! And there are plenty of hiking trails!" according to Amanda H., who rated the park 4 stars.
**Fishing opportunities: Drop a line at the small fishing pond at Artillery Ridge Campground where multiple species can be caught. "My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site," notes Justine I. in her 5-star review.
**Water activities: Spend time at Hunting Creek Lake in the warmer months where swimming, kayaking and paddleboating are available. "The beach area at the lake was fantastic! My kids loved it plenty of areas to grill and dogs are allowed," reports Casey L. about their experience at Cunningham Falls.
**Battlefield tours: Explore the historic battlefields with direct trail access from camping locations. "Literally right outside the entrance of the campgrounds is where the battlefield starts. So close to history," explains MJ B. in their 5-star review of Artillery Ridge Campground.
What campers like
**Seasonal wildlife viewing: Experience natural phenomena unique to the region at certain times of year. "We chose this park for the nice pool (short walk from campsites) but loved the synchronous firefly show we saw in July!" shares Stephanie S. about Caledonia State Park Campground.
**Family-friendly amenities: Many cabin locations offer organized activities for children. "They have plenty of activities for the kids from swimming, mini golf, and a scavenger hunt! They also had live music one night!" notes Ray L. in their review of Gettysburg Battlefield KOA.
**Historical immersion: Stay in cabins with direct connections to significant historical events. "We camped at Artillery Ridge Campground, which served as an artillery storage/staging area for the Union during the battle. Behind the campsite we stayed at, we learned connected to Stangler Farm, which served as a hospital for the wounded," shares MJ B.
**Peace and quiet: Weekday stays during shoulder seasons offer significantly reduced crowds. "We stayed here mid-week in September so it was very quiet," reports Marcandpatti B. about Gettysburg Campground.
What you should know
**Site selection considerations: Many cabin locations have varying levels of privacy and noise. "Sites are very close to each other, there's no privacy, and you can hear everyone and everything," notes Kyle J. about Caledonia State Park Campground in a 3-star review.
**Bathroom facilities: Quality and maintenance of bathroom facilities varies widely between locations. "Showers were very nice and looked like they'd been updated recently, but the overall bathroom earned about a B- for cleanliness," explains Dave V. about his stay at Cunningham Falls State Park.
**Seasonal availability: Many cabin rental facilities operate on limited schedules. "We arrived once the sun had gone down and the park was poorly lit (by which I mean there was no lighting at all, not even at the little information kiosk) and nearly impossible to navigate," Sarah C. shares about her off-season December experience at Caledonia State Park.
**Reservation requirements: Advance planning is essential, especially for holiday weekends. "Clean wooded campground... They just opened up a new pavilion and the camp store was very well stocked! Sites are also nice with a trex picnic table and a trex gliding love seat!" reports Ray L. about the popular Gettysburg Battlefield KOA.
Tips for camping with families
**Water park access: Consider Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park for cabin camping with water recreation. "Multiple pools and a great little water park. Store was well stocked, they also had a ice-cream / quick food store attached to the pool area and staff super friendly," writes David S. in a 5-star review.
**Kid-friendly evening activities: Look for campgrounds offering structured activities after dark. "Lots to do for kids of all ages, gaga pit tournaments at night, movies, hay rides, character events tons of stuff," continues David S. about the Jellystone Park amenities.
**Educational opportunities: Combine cabin stays with historical learning. "We did Park Ranger tours to learn about the 1st shot and how the war started to stand in the footsteps of General Buford at Senitary Ridge in the cupola overseeing the battlefield," describes MJ B. about their educational experience while staying at Artillery Ridge.
**Playground access: Select cabin sites near play areas for easy supervision. "Great shade and access to the playground. You can let the kids play all day while sitting at your campsite cooking and just hanging. It's only 15 yards for the play set," advises Larry N. in a 5-star review of Granite Hill Camping Resort.
Tips from RVers
**Site leveling challenges: Come prepared with leveling blocks at certain locations. "It took 2 hours to get our camper set up because of the very uneven stone lot, thankfully we had enough wood to get the jack up without having to over extend it," warns Priscilla M. about Granite Hill in a 3-star review.
**Utility connections: Pack extension cords and water hoses for potentially distant hookups. "The hookups are oddly spaced and you need to ensure you have extentions handy," notes Bobby S. about Granite Hill Camping Resort.
**Navigation challenges: Some camping areas have narrow roads making larger RVs difficult to maneuver. "We stayed in site 55. Big site but hard to get into. There are a couple of pull thru sites that are much easier," advises Bill B. about his experience at Gettysburg Battlefield KOA.
**Seasonal considerations: Wintertime cabin rental often means reduced amenities and limited staffing. "We were in spots 86,85,89 for a month long stay... which they do during the winter!! The only complain we had was people walking through our sites due us being close to the playground," shares lakota M. about their extended winter stay at Artillery Ridge Campground.
