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Codorus State Park Campground welcomes pets throughout its 195-acre property with paved sites and modern facilities. Campers can bring dogs to both tent and RV sites, with electric hookups available for those needing power. The park maintains a strict on-leash policy in all areas, including trails and camping loops. Four-legged guests must never be left unattended at campsites, and owners are required to clean up after their pets. Bath houses remain exceptionally clean according to multiple campers, with hot showers that don't require constant button pushing—a convenience when returning from muddy hikes with dogs. Merry Meadows Recreation Farm offers another pet-friendly option with wooded sites providing ample privacy for camping with dogs, though the pet area can become muddy after rain.
Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground provides extensive trail access directly from pet-friendly sites, allowing hikers and their dogs to explore without driving elsewhere. All dogs must remain on leashes no longer than six feet throughout the park, including while on trails or at campsites. The park's lakeside primitive tent sites offer excellent options for campers with water-loving dogs, though swimming is not permitted in the lake itself. The rail trail accessible from Indian Rock Campgrounds offers excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, with minimal bugs despite the creekside location. During summer months, early morning walks are recommended as sites with limited shade can become uncomfortably hot for pets by mid-morning. Weekdays typically offer quieter camping experiences for those with easily startled or vocal dogs.
"We got a spot for two nights in the pet area. We were shaded by trees, but the spots weren’t very private. Bathroom facilities are nice."
"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. "
from $20 - $249 / night
Check Availability"Our dog was welcomed. Will definitely be going back. This was our first trip with our camper ever and everyone was helpful"
"It was a VERY dark walk to get to the bathhouse for showers. And the fire pit had no grill, so we ended up having to use the stoves of some RV camping friends for meals."
"I liked the dish washing sinks outside of the shower houses. The site was nice with the tent pad backing up to the trees."
"Our site was in the pet loop and was set back off the road a good amount which kept a lot of the road noise down. It was very large and Iffered gIId trees fIr strIngIng up tarps and hammocks."
from $20 - $89 / night
Check Availability"Pet friendly!"
"Just down the road about a mile or so was the Indian Steps Museum which is owned by York Conservation Society."
"Pet friendly and very lush with greenery."
"Covered bridges and road side shopping are close by. Enjoyed river tubing which is close by to this campground. Music bingo on Saturday night was so much fun. Owners are very nice and helpful."
"There was a lot of space so walking our dogs was great. The smaller bathroom stalls are pretty small but got the job done. Playground and pool were both nice and clean. Wonderful place for a family."
"Highly recommend staying here with lots of close hiking trails within driving distance."
"We were surprised to find this nice little spot next to the creek right outside of town. There’s a spot right next to it but was unoccupied while we were there so we were all alone."
"The bathroom near the pool left a little something to be desired. It wasn’t filthy but also wasn’t sparking clean. It was great being close to the battlefield."
"We were there around Halloween and they had decorated the park so nicely. The sounds of the farm animals all around was fun and amusing for us."
"Close to Lancaster for necessities and great proximity to Baltimore and Philadelphia for day trips."
"I used to stay here all the time with my grandparents when they were around. It was always some of the best times for me."
"The large lake is great for a day of kayaking and fishing with supplies readily available for rent at the boat dock store."
"The observatory is open to public once a month, we recommend you plan your trip around this."
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.
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.
GuideThis camp boasts a stream and beautiful city bridge for water play in the summer and photography in the cooler months. Grounds, bathrooms, showers, playgrounds, dog park, everything. This park is wonderful!
TravelerThe staff and seasonal campers are all very friendly. The bathrooms are incredibly clean. We love all the games there are to play and the dog park is our favorite spot. Overall, it's peaceful and quiet in a nice, wooded setting.
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.
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.
TravelerOur first visit (March 2018) was just prior to peak season (lower rates) and we had a site literally 10 ft. from the water! Full hook ups and sites were a little close, but nice. There seemed to be a lot of long term/permanent residents, but most sites along the waterfront remained open. The campground seemed to stress pet restrictions both in the rules section of their registration packet and signage around the grounds. There was a pet exercise/walking area, but could use some sprucing up. However, no one really made an issue of walking your dog around the campground and as the weekend came around, more and more dogs were around.
You have to drive through a residential neighborhood to reach Bar Harbor, so big rigs take care/caution. Would like to try Bar Harbor again sometime.
Campers seeking pet-friendly accommodations near Shrewsbury have several options within a 30-mile radius. The rolling hills of south-central Pennsylvania create varied terrain for camping, with elevations ranging from 400 to 1,000 feet. Summer temperatures typically reach 85-90°F with higher humidity levels, while spring and fall offer more moderate camping conditions with daytime temperatures in the 60-70°F range.
Kayaking on the Susquehanna River: Access the river directly from Otter Creek Campground, which features both the river and creek for water activities. "The boat launch is in great shape and with the close islands makes it great to put the kayaks in this huge gorgeous river! Then throw in Otter Creek... it's a great adventure paddling up the creek," notes camper Sean M.
Disc golf courses: Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground offers two 18-hole disc golf courses in separate day-use areas. "Both areas have their own 18 hole disc golf course, but I will say: BEWARE of poison ivy!" warns Danielle V. The Conewago course is relatively flat while the Quaker Race course is hillier and more wooded.
Farm animal interactions: Visit during feeding times at Thousand Trails Gettysburg Farm. "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," shares Kasey M.
Secluded, wooded sites: Many campers appreciate the privacy offered at Pequea Creek Campground. "We booked late and ended up being given the group camping site because it was all that was left. We had a ton of space and it was more secluded than other sites," notes Olivia M. The group site features widely separated sleeping and cooking areas.
Waterfront camping options: Riverside camping appeals to many visitors. "We were down by the river and had a lot of room on our site," mentions Leanne B. about Thousand Trails Circle M. The campground sits in a horseshoe curve of the river, making water activities easily accessible.
Well-maintained facilities: Campers consistently mention clean bathhouses and amenities. "The sites were of ample size and well spaced. Bathrooms were in good shape," reports Toshi about Gifford Pinchot State Park. This attention to maintenance extends to other public areas like swimming facilities and playground equipment.
Water hookup challenges: Prepare for potentially distant water connections at some campgrounds. "Bring 50 ft of hose for water hook up and an extension cord with a converter. The water hook ups are randomly placed, ours was 2 sites away," advises Chris G. about Muddy Run Rec Park.
Cash requirements: Some facilities operate primarily with cash payments. "Yeah, I knows it's not popular because most of us live in a plastic dominated world. I read it in advance and I just made sure we had some with us," mentions Sharon L. about Merry Meadows Recreation Farm.
Site selection timing: Arriving early improves your chances of securing preferred sites at campgrounds with first-come policies. "I'm not a huge fan of the 'go find a site' policy they have, but it worked out fine. I got an amazingly large site with a nice fire pit and picnic table," shares Joe B. about Thousand Trails Circle M.
Kid-friendly creek access: Pequea Creek offers safe water play opportunities for children. "The wife & I stayed in site 22 for three nights and bicycled 14 miles, some along the Susquehanna, on nearby Enola Low Grade Trail. We enjoyed the birds singing in the mornings and welcomed grandkids' visit for splashing and floating in Pequea Creek," describes J W.
Playground proximity: Choose sites near play areas for easier supervision. "We had site 114. It has water access and is right next to a small man made beach and playground," reports Toshi about Gifford Pinchot State Park.
Holiday activities: Plan visits during special event weekends for extra family entertainment. "We stayed here this past Easter and they had plenty of activities for kids and adults. Easter egg hunts for kids, adult scavenger hunts for alcohol. Wonderful experience for the whole family," shares Melissa E. about Merry Meadows Recreation Farm.
Site leveling considerations: Request paved sites when available for easier setup. "We got pretty lucky and were assigned one of the concrete pads that was pretty level," notes Nick E. about Thousand Trails Circle M, highlighting the importance of stable surfaces for larger rigs.
Seasonal site access: Dog friendly campgrounds near Shrewsbury often have weather-dependent access issues. "We first had a 2 point site near the river, but when it rains the sites get flooded with runoff from the campground. We moved to a full hookup on the Delaware section. Open, accommodating for our rig," cautions Kasey M. about Thousand Trails Circle M.
Early morning temperature management: Sites with limited shade can become hot quickly. "We were in site 108 which is an electric site along the shore and close to the beach, and it was perfect for our needs," reports Danielle V. about Gifford Pinchot, noting the importance of choosing sites with natural cooling features when possible.
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