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Michaux State Forest campgrounds welcome pets at all designated sites while enforcing standard control requirements. The primitive sites require free permits and remain available through various seasonal dates, with motorized sites open from April through late November and parking lot sites accessible year-round. Caledonia State Park Campground's pet-friendly accommodations include tent sites, RV hookups, and cabins, though pets are restricted to specific camping loops. Gettysburg Battlefield KOA and Mountain Creek Camp Ground provide dedicated pet areas with proper waste disposal facilities. Dogs must remain leashed at all campgrounds unless in designated off-leash areas, with most parks enforcing a standard 6-foot maximum leash length. Visitors use The Dyrt to find real feedback on camping near Shippensburg, Pennsylvania.
The Appalachian Trail access points near Pine Grove Furnace State Park connect with numerous pet-friendly hiking routes throughout Michaux State Forest, creating extensive recreational opportunities for dogs and owners. Michaux's primitive camping sites lack restroom facilities and hookups, requiring visitors to treat any available creek or spring water before consumption. Summer temperatures in the region regularly exceed 85°F, necessitating extra water supplies for pets, while winter camping requires additional gear for pet comfort. Mountain Creek Camp Ground's proximity to Michaux offers convenient access to both established amenities and forest trails. State park campgrounds like Caledonia feature modern shower facilities and clearly marked pet waste disposal stations. Rangers at Michaux State Forest occasionally check campsites during evening hours to verify permits and ensure camper safety.
"We stayed in the Chinquapin West side due to the restrictions of dogs. Not that I don't love dogs! It's just that it can get loud sometimes."
"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."
from $20 - $92 / night
Check Availability"This campground is far enough away from home but at the same time close enough for a weekend camping trip. Nice level spots for RVs. A pet area as well as a non-pet area."
"There is a pet section and a non pet section in this campground. There is also showers and clean bathrooms here. Plenty of trails and attraction to explore."
from $20 - $43 / night
Check Availability"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."
"In addition to that, there is a bounce pad, shuffle board, horseshoes, chess, over-sized jenga, playground, dog park, gem mining, basketball, bikes, wood, propane, etc. and they pick up trash daily right"
"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!"
"Pets allowed only on a certain portion of the A loop."
from $20 - $48 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $10 / night
Check Availability"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."
"I always appreciate the near solitude experience of this campground as 90% of the sites are RV sites, that are kept away from the tenting area."
"Park at the lot off Shippensburg road and then hike SOBO a little less than a mile. Lots of nice sites along the creek before you cross the bridge. If you hit the AT shelter you’ve gone too far."
"There's a parking area which fits several cars, and I actually counted 4 campsites there is immediate access to."
from $10 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $38 - $43 / night
Check Availability"We have a motorhome with no additional vehicle and two dogs, and this site couldn’t have been more perfect for us. A dog park, walking distance to most everything we wanted to see."
"Kids loved being able to see them and get close and even pet them! This campground is minutes from town and is practically on the battlefield."
"Cleanest facilities of the year so far, amazing large flat sites, dog friendly and great stream right behind the sites."
"We love the dog friendly sites near the water, the kids and pups play all day! We love how large site 15 is and that it is near the trail head. Bathhouse is very nice and clean."
from $20 - $38 / night
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GuideWe 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.
ScoutClean and well kept campground located 12 mile below Lewistown, Pa. As clean a campground as you will find. Staff is super friendly. Campground has two distinct levels with open spaces with few trees above and well shaded spots with large trees for shade located down along Juniata River. Great place for fishing, tubing or just getting wet. Campground has many activities for kids. On site is a pool, winery, dog park, office/supplies located in center of campground. WiFi is available to all. Nearly all full hook-ups with back-ins and pull-thrus available. Pets allowed. 42 mile South from State College and 48 mile North of Harrisburg on Rt 322. Highly recommend!
GuideWe have a motorhome with no additional vehicle and two dogs, and this site couldn’t have been more perfect for us. A dog park, walking distance to most everything we wanted to see. The national park is mostly dog friendly. My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site. The staff was super friendly and welcoming.
ScoutThe rangers were nice and the campground hosts were sweet. I liked the dish washing sinks outside of the shower houses. The site was nice with the tent pad backing up to the trees. I would rather sleep in a tent any night over a motel room but this time was different. Due to my father passing, me and my daughter stayed there 3 nights. I will be back another time to actually enjoy the lake and being between Lancaster and Gettysburg makes both places easy to access. Next time I will be getting a site away from the group area. It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking. Some of the groups can get rather loud especially when there are a bunch of teens. It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking.
TravelerClean well kept family owned campground. Located a few miles off 81, in the country surrounded by beautiful views. It’s a mix campground of seasonal campers and short term campers. Very family oriented. Very nice off leash fenced dog park.
ScoutThis campground is far enough away from home but at the same time close enough for a weekend camping trip. Nice level spots for RVs. A pet area as well as a non-pet area. A lake with a beach, as well as being close to the AT. Close to Gettysburg as well.
RangerGreat campground for families. Large water park that goes to 3 ft. Playgrounds, dog park, canteen, mini golf, jumping pillow, laser tag, pedal cars, gem mining are just some of the amenities. Very pricey during peak season. We did the camp & store at about $50/night.
GuideBeautiful campground. Very recently renovated. Very spacious and quiet.
Great little store stocked with everything you need.
Very close to Hersheypark.
Nicest miniature golf course I’ve ever seen at a RV park. Same can be said for the swimming pool, absolutely beautiful. Great little dog park as well.
They have a very nice schedule of monthly events. They had a few food trucks and fruit/vegetable vendors come to the RV park during our stay.
Would stay again.
RangerThis is a small campground with about half the sites being rustic electric back-in sites and the other being rustic walk-to tent sites. We stayed in the walk-to section. A lot of them are labeled "waterfront" by the park site but ours did not live up to that criteria so be aware of that. We were hoping to be truly stream-side but were not that near to it. The bathrooms were modern and clean. The park is extremely quiet and peaceful, probably one of the most remote PA state parks we've been to. The camper side was pretty full while we were the only ones on the walk-to side. We enjoyed walking the roads and little trails around the campground and seeing the old stone fireplaces/chimneys. There was a dog park area on the walk-to side which was nice. We liked it here.
Michaux State Forest's designated camping areas accommodate pets throughout its primitive sites, motorized sites and parking lot campsites. Caledonia State Park Campground, Pine Grove Furnace State Park, and Cowans Gap State Park also welcome pets at their tent sites, RV hookups and cabin accommodations. Pets must be under control at all times and leashed when not inside vehicles or camping units. The clean facilities at Caledonia make it a standout option for pet owners, with reviewers noting the immaculate bathrooms and showers. Most campgrounds in the area require pets to be leashed, though some primitive backcountry areas in Michaux State Forest offer more flexibility for well-trained dogs with perfect recall. Many camping areas feature picnic tables, fire rings, and designated tent pads where campers can set up with their four-legged companions. Dogs are welcome on most trails throughout these public lands. Visitors use The Dyrt to find real feedback on camping near Shippensburg, Pennsylvania.
Hiking trails throughout Michaux State Forest provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, with the Appalachian Trail crossing through several nearby camping areas. Pine Grove Furnace State Park offers lake access where some pet owners allow supervised water play. Sites at established campgrounds like Gettysburg Battlefield KOA and Gettysburg Campground provide more amenities for pets but offer less privacy than the forest sites. During summer months, the firefly displays at Caledonia create magical evening walks with leashed pets. Pet owners should note that wildlife is abundant in the region, requiring vigilant pet supervision to prevent unwanted encounters. The winter camping options in Michaux State Forest give adventurous dog owners year-round opportunities, with some reviewers specifically mentioning January camping trips along the Appalachian Trail as ideal times for bringing hardy dogs along.
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