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Best Campgrounds near Mount Holly Springs, PA

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The South Mountain region surrounding Mount Holly Springs, Pennsylvania features a diverse range of camping options within the Cumberland Valley. Pine Grove Furnace State Park, located just 8 miles southwest of Mount Holly Springs, serves as a popular destination for campers seeking access to the Appalachian Trail, which passes through the park at its midpoint. Mountain Creek Campground in nearby Gardners provides both RV and tent sites with hookups in a wooded setting. State parks dominate the public camping landscape, with Gifford Pinchot State Park offering lakeside camping about 30 minutes northeast. Private campgrounds near Gettysburg, approximately 20 miles south, provide additional options for those interested in historical sites.

Seasonal considerations significantly impact camping availability in the region. Most campgrounds operate from April through October, with Pine Grove Furnace State Park extending its season from March to mid-December. Winter camping options are limited, with only Caledonia State Park and Western Village RV Park open year-round. As one camper noted, "It's at the midpoint of the Appalachian Trail so there are lots of great hikes as well as a nice path between the two lakes." Cell service can be spotty in the mountainous areas, particularly in more remote campgrounds. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer weekends and fall foliage season when sites fill quickly.

Shaded campsites receive consistently positive reviews from visitors to the area. Many campgrounds feature wooded settings that provide natural privacy between sites. At Pine Grove Furnace State Park, campers appreciate the electric sites and updated bathrooms. The proximity to lakes and swimming areas makes many locations family-friendly during summer months. Weekend crowding can be an issue at popular state parks, with one reviewer noting, "The beach by the lake is PACKED every weekend with day trippers." Facilities vary widely between campgrounds, with state parks generally offering basic but well-maintained amenities, while private campgrounds near Gettysburg and Hershey provide more extensive hookups and recreational facilities.

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Best Camping Sites Near Mount Holly Springs, Pennsylvania (135)

    1. Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Wellsville, PA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 292-4112

    $20 - $89 / night

    "We have a small camper and there are some great sites on the lake side to park it where you can get AMAZING sunset views.  "

    "We had site 108 which is an electric site along the shore and close to the beach, and it was perfect for our needs. "

    2. Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    Peach Glen, PA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 486-7174

    $20 - $43 / night

    "It’s at the midpoint of the Appalachian Trail so there are lots of great hikes as well as a nice path between the two lakes. Our new favorite in Pennsylvania!"

    "We were right at the intersection near the campground entrance and one of the other loops, but it wasn't noisy at all. The drinking water was right next to our site, which was handy."

    3. Mountain Creek Camp Ground

    9 Reviews
    Peach Glen, PA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 486-7681

    "Campsites could be further apart and there's only one bathhouse and it's at the entrance."

    "Two bath houses, one near the entrance and one in the way back. May not be anything fancy or new, but they are clean. Staff needed to be reminded about activities scheduled during the week."

    4. Deer Run Campgrounds

    8 Reviews
    Mount Holly Springs, PA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 486-8168

    "This central Pa campground is located a short drive to many attractions. Amish Country, Hershey, Gettysburg, and winerys are within 40 min drive. There are many things to do at the campground, also."

    5. Caledonia State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Fayetteville, PA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 352-2161

    $20 - $92 / night

    "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."

    "It’s a fantastic state park with great picnic areas next to the creek. You can also drive up the road to the dam where there’s a beautiful lake with fishing, kayaking, etc."

    6. Gettysburg Campground

    26 Reviews
    Gettysburg, PA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 642-5713

    "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."

    "If you’re looking for a backwoods, off-the-beaten-path type of campground, this isn’t it."

    7. Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA

    26 Reviews
    Fairfield, PA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 642-5713

    "Spent 2 nights at Gettysburg KOA in July while touring Pennsylvania with granddaughter. Very convenient to historical stuff. Large sites, separated by rocks and trees. Quiet and private."

    "Our site was very spacious, beautifully landscaped and wooded, but right next to the road. There was a buffer of trees, but unfortunately that didn’t make much of a difference with regard to noise."

    8. Artillery Ridge Campground

    24 Reviews
    Gettysburg, PA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 334-1288

    "This park is a perfect location if you want to explore Gettysburg National Historical Site as you can literally walk across the street and be in the park or venture½ mile up the road and you come to the"

    "Behind the campsite we stayed at, we learned connected to Stangler Farm, which served as a hospital for the wounded."

    9. Thousand Trails Gettysburg Farm

    9 Reviews
    Wellsville, PA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "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."

    10. Western Village RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Carlisle, PA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 243-1179
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  • Marcandpatti B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Gettysburg Campground

    Good spot for Gettysburg, a bit spendy.

    We stayed here mid-week in September so it was very quiet. There was a bit of road noise as our site was close to the entrance. Host was super friendly. They have a bunch of things going on with groups that stay here; next group is quilters with vintage trailers, sorry to miss that. All of the utilities worked just fine. Sites re a bit close to each other, not a lot of foliage between sites.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Artillery Ridge Campground

    Great location and friendly staff

    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. 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.

  • p
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Artillery Ridge Campground

    Rv stay

    Site and bathrooms clean. Activities provided free each day. Food trucks in park. Close to museum and battleground sites.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Round Top Campground

    Better than OK

    Stayed for 2 days while passing through from FL to NH. Off-season so not crowded. Pool was clean and quite good sized, had it to ourselves due to season. Did laundry while here, ample laundry room. On-site extras include food-truck restaurant and small country goods vendor during our stay. Office staff did ok. Sites have reasonable spacing with gravel pads, mostly level. Trees between sites with sloping hills , not just a big open field. It’s a corporate site so automated web-based reservation system was finicky so we had to verify reservation went through. Tried to book 2 nights but system only set us up for 1. Phone call to help line easily resolved the issue. Quiet and no spotlights on all night.

  • Stephen W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Hersheypark Camping Resort

    Very clean campground friendly staff

    We stay here once a year in September. Stone surface. Not to bad for leveling. Our site was spacious.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    Peace and quiet !

    Great spot! We had site 114 . It has water access and is right next to a small man made beach and playground. Bathrooms were in good shape. Sites were of ample size and well spaced.

  • eThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 21, 2025

    Round Top Campground

    I camped and worked here.

    I’m a shamanic energy healer and health enthusiast exploring a new life and hunting for healthy. While this campground has some nice features. This certainly is not a health conscious facility. Lots of smoking, drinking and unhealthy food. There was also evidence of mice in the main store and definitely issues with the water.

  • R
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Deer Run Campgrounds

    Good for kids

    It's very nice here, good for kids, big pool. The sites for campers are very tight.

  • Sharon L.
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Merry Meadows Recreation Farm

    Great getaway close to home!

    We totally loved our camping trip here! I was a little apprehensive because I read so many disappointing reviews about pretty much everything. People didn’t like this or that, but most of it seemed as if they weren’t happy with rules! Neither of us found anything that was so terrible in the rules and truthfully, if more campgrounds had them and enforced them, it would be nice for all.

    We loved the peace and quiet, the restrooms were clean and tidy, the usable sites all looked nice. They had a tornado come through at the beginning of the season that messed some areas up, but they are working it. The pool area seemed like the place to be. We just went to rest though. Honestly, we liked the campground so much that we would consider parking our camper over the summer! There are occasional whiffs of McCormick spices in the air that is very soothing. Prices aren’t horrible. One of the complaints was they work on cash. 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. The activities and store weren’t outrageous. Ready to go back!

Guide to Mount Holly Springs

Camping near Mount Holly Springs, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails around Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "We love this park… it's one of our favorites! The lake is very nice and it's a very family park!"
  • Fishing: Enjoy fishing at Codorus State Park Campground. A visitor shared, "This campground isn't too far from our home… The sites are fairly large and they do have some full hook up sites which is nice."
  • Swimming: Relax at the swimming area in Greenbrier State Park Campground. One reviewer noted, "The swimming lake is excellent. Only basic amenities, but dump station."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at Owens Creek Campground. A visitor said, "The sites are very clean but close to each other. You can hear the kids and families and all that."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many enjoy the peacefulness at Cowans Gap State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "Even on Labor Day weekend, it didn’t feel busy because of how few sites are in this section."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Families love the amenities at Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA. A reviewer stated, "They have plenty of activities for the kids from swimming, mini golf, and a scavenger hunt!"

What you should know:

  • Limited Cell Service: If you plan to stay at Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground, be prepared for little to no cell service. One camper noted, "This was a cool campground... if you are planning to use your cellphone at this one, probably not going to happen."
  • Crowded Areas: Some campgrounds can get 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."
  • Seasonal Access: Check the camping season for each campground. For example, Caledonia State Park Campground is open all year, while others may have specific months.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Kid-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Greenbrier State Park Campground, which has a swimming lake and playground. A parent shared, "The kids loved the man-made beach and park."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. One camper at Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA said, "We had a great time… they have big chess boards like in Harry Potter."
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Keep everyone happy with snacks. A visitor at Codorus State Park Campground mentioned, "Spacious, beautiful, clean, quiet, easy, and lots to do and see."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to verify the size of your site before booking. 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."
  • Bring Leveling Blocks: Some sites may not be level. A visitor at Cowans Gap State Park Campground mentioned, "The privacy of our site was pretty good and we had nice shade."
  • Plan for Dump Stations: Know where the nearest dump station is located. One camper at Caledonia State Park Campground said, "We will be there over the Fourth of July weekend."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find camping near Mount Holly Springs, Pennsylvania?

Mount Holly Springs offers several excellent camping options in the surrounding area. Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground is a popular choice with numerous electric sites, updated bathrooms, and access to the Appalachian Trail. For those seeking a more rustic experience, Mountain Creek Camp Ground near Gardners provides drive-in and walk-in access with reservable sites and basic amenities. Other nearby options include Caledonia State Park Campground, Western Village RV Park near Carlisle, and several state parks within a 30-minute drive that offer diverse camping experiences for tents and RVs alike.

What seasonal activities are available when camping in Mount Holly Springs?

The Mount Holly Springs area offers year-round outdoor recreation with distinct seasonal highlights. Summer brings swimming and boating opportunities at Cowans Gap State Park Campground, which features a beautiful lake with a beach area and clean water. Fall showcases spectacular foliage along the numerous hiking trails, especially at Caledonia State Park Campground. Winter enthusiasts can enjoy snowshoeing and cross-country skiing on designated trails, while spring brings wildflower viewing and fishing opportunities. The region's proximity to Amish country also allows for cultural experiences and roadside shopping throughout the year.

What amenities are available at Holly Springs Campground?

While specific information about Holly Springs Campground is limited in the reviews, nearby campgrounds offer a good indication of typical amenities in the region. Pequea Creek Campground features spacious sites with shade trees, quiet surroundings, and recreational activities like river tubing and entertainment events such as music bingo on Saturday nights. Similarly, Pinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park provides convenient roadside camping with basic facilities. Most campgrounds in the area typically offer water hookups, restrooms with showers, picnic tables, fire rings, and access to hiking trails. For specific amenities at Holly Springs Campground, it's recommended to contact them directly before your visit.

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