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Best Tent Sites Near Waynesboro, PA (26)

    Camper-submitted photo from Codorus State Park
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    1. Codorus State Park

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    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    Camper-submitted photo from Antietam Creek Campground — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Antietam Creek Campground — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
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    2. Antietam Creek Campground — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

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    Overview

    The Antietam Creek Campground is located at Mile 69.4 on the C&O Canal Towpath, a few miles south of Shepherdstown on the Maryland side of the Potomac River. The campsites are nestled in the woods between the Canal and the Potomac River and they are a short distance from many recreational opportunities. Fishing, boating and hiking are but a few possibilities while staying at Antietam Creek Campground.

    Recreation

    Popular activities at Antietam Creek include boating and fishing. Kayaking the creek and surrounding areas during various times of the year are scenic and ever changing. Nearby boat ramps at Dargan Bend and Snyders Landing provide motor boat access to the river. Fishing is also a popular pastime in both the watered sections of the C&O Canal the Potomac River. Be sure to acquire a Maryland Fishing License for those age 16 or older. West Virginia Licenses are approved for fishing in the Potomac only.

    Natural Features

    Antietam Creek Campground is just south of Sharpsburg, MD. Antietam Creek is a typically mild and slow moving creek which feeds into the much larger and faster Potomac River directly adjacent to the campsite. River rise and floods can modify conditions quickly here.

    Nearby Attractions

    Antietam Battlefield, South Mountain Recreation Area and Harpers Ferry National Historical Park all provide additional hiking and history adventures specifically about the Civil War Era.

    Charges & Cancellations

    Cancellations A cancellation is the release of a confirmed reservation prior to the start of the defined late cancellation time frame which results in non-use by the original customer. Camping and Day Use Facilities Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival 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. Group Facility: Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee. Group Day Use Area: Customers who cancel a group day-use facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will forfeit the total day-use fee.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group

    $10 - $20 / night

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    3. Annapolis Rock Campground

    5 Reviews
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    • Pets
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Dispersed
    • Tent Cabin
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      Camper-submitted photo from Jordan Junction Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

      5. Jordan Junction Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

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      Mile 101.2 - THiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.

      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Drinking Water
      • Toilets
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      6. Mulehalla

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      Located right off of the C&O; Canal, there are plenty of sites available at Mulehalla for those who prefer rustic camping. These spots offer a quieter more rugged camping experience. Explore the C&O; Canal or cool off in the Potomac River. Bring your gear, make some memories, and be sure to leave no trace! Firewood is available for$5.00 a bundle.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Picnic Table

      $30 - $65 / night

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        7. Horseshoe Bend Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

        1 Review
        9 Saves

        Mile 79.2 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.

        • Tents
        • Drinking Water
        • Toilets
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        Camper-submitted photo from Picnic Key Beach Campground — Everglades National Park
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        9. Picnic Key Beach Campground — Everglades National Park

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        Overview

        View our Misty Mount: A Hidden Gem video (Audio described version ). Camp Misty Mount brings together small groups, families and individuals for rustic mountain cabin camping in the Catoctin Mountains of Maryland. The historic stone and wood cabins were built in 1937 as part of a federal program during the Great Depression. The cabins provided outdoor recreational opporunties for nearby urban areas, and over 80 years later you can still enjoy the outdoor opportunities provided by Misty Mount!

        Recreation

        Misty Mount offers a number of nearby recreation opportunities.The trailhead to Catoctin Mountain Park's trail system at Wolf Rock is a short walk from the camp. Catoctin has over 25 miles of trails with stunning overlooks. Wildlife watching, bouldering, rock climbing and fly fishing are popular activities along with hiking and camping. Kids and adults enjoy the camp's swimming pool, open from late May through September.

        Natural Features

        Camp Misty Mount is surrounded by Eastern decidious hardwood forests on the slopes of Catoctin Mountain Park. The region is part of the Blue Ridge Province and offers access to scenic mountain views and clear streams.

        Nearby Attractions

        Interconnected hiking trails can be reached from Misty Mount on the Wolf Rock Trail, or by driving within a mile of the camp. Try the Hog Rock Trail or the Thurmont Vista Trail for phenomenal views of the valleys below. Visitors can hike to Cunningham Falls, the tallest waterfall in Maryland, from the Visitor Center.

        Charges & Cancellations

        Changes and Cancellations A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees.

        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Phone Service
        • Reservable
        • Tents
        • Cabins

        $100 - $360 / night

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      Recent Tent Reviews In Waynesboro

      865 Reviews of 26 Waynesboro Campgrounds


      • 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
        Oct. 16, 2024

        Gifford Pinchot State Park

        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.

      • Snezana H.
        Camper-submitted photo from Camp Cacapon
        Oct. 7, 2024

        Camp Cacapon

        One of the best camps ever!

        We chose Sullivan’s Camp Cacapon for our first “glamping” trip, and we are so glad we did that! The camp is quiet and immaculately maintained, and it is situated in a lovely area along the river. We stayed in two brand new, enormous glamping tents. Each tent had two comfy queen-size beds, a heater, a fan, and two lamps with USB ports (a touch of luxury). The wi-fi in the camp worked very well for us, and we used it to exchange photos taken while hiking in the nearby Cacapon Resort State Park. The owners thought of everything—they even provided carts to transport your belongings to the site. The pavilion was nice and spacious, and it protected us from rain during dinner. The camp hosts were warm and friendly. We highly recommend this camp, and will be returning for sure!

      • Ioan P.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Falling Waters Campsite
        Oct. 4, 2024

        Falling Waters Campsite

        Very nice and clean

        This campground is nice, convenient for one 🌙 night, but is very tight and almost no privacy . The staff here are very friendly and nice.

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

        Gifford Pinchot State Park

        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.

      • 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!!

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

        Codorus State Park

        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.

      • B
        Camper-submitted photo from Cowans Gap State Park
        Sep. 13, 2024

        Cowans Gap State Park

        Our favorite close spot from Baltimore area

        We've stayed here at least a half-dozen times with a popup. The smaller B loop is nicer, but no electricity. Pets allowed only on a certain portion of the A loop. The bathrooms are clean, the lake is small but pretty, and the hikes around the lake, and up the mountain on the ridge, are as easy or as challenging as you want. Cell service is pretty much nonexistent so you definitely get unplugged.

      • Adam and Suzanne B.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Lazy A Campground
        Sep. 13, 2024

        Lazy A Campground

        Quiet campground

        This is a really nice campground. Large grassy sites. Easy to maneuver. Lots of open space. Clean bath house. Helpful owners. The only reason it lost a star is that the water has sulfur. It smells and it stained our brand-new toilet and we had to replace all our water filters after one weekend.

      • DThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Brunswick Family Campground
        Sep. 12, 2024

        Brunswick Family Campground

        Nice campground

        The campground is adjacent to a very large, very busy train yard. It’s not bothered me but you should be aware.

        The campground is also right on the Potomac, easy to get to, reasonably priced, and the sites are spacious. The loops are small, each containing a dozen or fewer spaces. Many sites share a power pole and water faucet, but they are well situated.

        There is a small camp store, but the campground is convenient to ample grocery stores, convenience stores, and restaurants as well as many local historic attractions.

      • Germ E.
        Camper-submitted photo from Horsepen Branch
        Sep. 11, 2024

        Horsepen Branch

        Good

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      • DThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Harpers Ferry Campground - River Riders
        Sep. 10, 2024

        Harpers Ferry Campground - River Riders

        Loud with trains and car horns

        Busiest train corridor I’ve ever experienced, with several every hour all night. To add to the noise, there is a one-way tunnel a few feet from the campground. The practice is for cars to stop, blow their horn to announce their presence, then proceed into the tunnel.

        I have a 14’ trailer, and it wouldn’t fit into my site perpendicular to the road. I had to pull past then back in so that I was parallel to the road. Ordinarily no big deal, except that the road isn’t a loop. It’s a single lane straight road in. No place to turn around, no way out except to back all the way out.

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

        Codorus State Park

        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.

      • Casey L.
        Camper-submitted photo from Cowans Gap State Park
        Sep. 2, 2024

        Cowans Gap State Park

        Camping Area B -Quiet and Nice

        We stayed in the smaller camping area B, which we enjoyed. Even on Labor Day weekend, it didn’t feel busy because of how few sites are in this section. Our site was level and sizable. The bathroom was clean and there was access to the very pleasant hiking trail going around the lake. We had no cell service with Cricket or Verizon.

      • Paul B.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Four Seasons at Raystown Lake
        Aug. 8, 2024

        Four Seasons at Raystown Lake

        It's now Timber Run Campground

        We stayed during Bigfoot weekend. It was super fun as our family likes bigfoot fun. We started out Friday night getting the offered $12 bbq plate that included pork burnt ends, beans and potato salad that were "oh it's so good". On Saturday was rock painting and then bingo and ended the night with a DJ dance party. The pavilion where all those activities happened were right next to our site (22 with the doggie den). Then Sunday we had pancakes and later a visit from RayCEP which is an education program that PA DNCR provides talking about various outdoorsy type things. This is primarily for kids, but we sat and listened too and our 17 year old helped out with the craft.

        After the weekend though, all the activity slows down. There are seasonal campers that stay around, and they're constantly working on improving and fixing up sites during the week. Expect lots of quiet time just relaxing during the week. There's the pool, dog park, bounce pillow, playground, but not tons to do which if you're looking for is great. Raystown Lake has multiple access areas that are probably 15-20 minutes away - we fished at Tautman Run and Aitch - both were accessible and had lots of bluegill to steal our worms.

        Now to the site description: Site 22 is a deluxe patio back in site with a patio, 4 nice Adirondack chairs, a double glider, a weber propane grill and built in fire pit AND a dog fence just for that site that was maybe 6 ft x 6ft. it was big enough for our 2 labs to fit into when we fed them. The site wasn't hard to level our RV but overall the sites are hilly and in fact the whole park is on a hill.

        The owners and workers were friendly and great hosts! We love what they're doing there.

        One last tip: if traveling from the Altoona area, go out through Martinsburg over Cove Mountain Rd - it saves you 30 minutes to an hour.

      • PThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Camp Cacapon
        Aug. 7, 2024

        Camp Cacapon

        Fantastic Hidden Gem!!!

        We recently stayed at Sullivan's Camp Cacapon and were truly impressed by the experience. The campsite is extremely well-maintained and offers a great mix of nature and comfort. We appreciated the cleanliness of the camp and the friendly owners who greeted us upon our arrival and even took us on an ATV ride down the river! Waking down to the Cacapon River was a highlight, providing a peaceful and refreshing start and end to each day. It's an ideal spot for anyone looking to escape day-to-day life and enjoy some quality time outdoors. We highly recommend for both new and seasoned campers!

      • Justin W.
        Camper-submitted photo from Camp Cacapon
        Aug. 7, 2024

        Camp Cacapon

        Best decision you’ll make

        I’ve done a lot of camping over the years in a variety of places across the US. Sullivan was unequivocally one of the best places I’ve been and it’s second only to the hospitality of the owners and even the janitorial staff, who do a phenomenal job by the way. If you’re looking for a quiet place away from the world, this is it. Don’t be concerned by the reviews of no signal, yes they are true, but isn’t that part of the appeal?

      • Craig F.
        Camper-submitted photo from Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA
        Jul. 31, 2024

        Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA

        Nice Amenities but poor sites

        Great location, amazing amenities(huge pool, game room, snack bar, camp store, coffee shop etc.), and friendly employees, but these are where the positives end. I've never stayed at a KOA/campground where the sites were so unlevel, close together, and the whole infrastructure in need of repair. 

        The Historic trench section is nice in the trees, but the roads are crumbling and too small for most RV's. If the person across from your site is already parked, good luck having enough room to back into your site. Our site was so unlevel that I was not able to get the RV leveled the entire weekend. Looking at the surrounding sites most campers were jacked high on blocks or sloping significantly. The section of sites were on a curve/semi-circle, which caused the site beside ours to be even smaller. We had to move our picnic table to give space for this person to back his camper on the site. They were unable to get even close to level so they didn't put out their slide. There is a new section to the campground out in the open whose sites are more level, but they are even closer together than the section we stayed in. 

        In addition to the poor sites, little enforcement was done regarding monitoring the number of people on the sites and the partying going on. A nearby site had 15+ people on Friday night partying and carrying on until 1:30AM until a fight broke out. They had a boombox on the bumper of the camper and blasted music all evening. After hours any vehicle can enter the campground as there is no gate. Cars/trucks pulled up to the party sites, who just drove in to party. I know calls were made to the office as neighboring campers stated to us. On Saturday night, the group wasn't quite as rambunctious, due to a visible presence of staff driving by, but with a campground this size, regular monitoring and shutting down of quiet hour violators should occur pre-actively. Harpers Ferry KOA could be so much more if they would invest in site upgrades and rule monitoring. We will not return.

      • Jessica W.
        Camper-submitted photo from Camp Cacapon
        Jul. 30, 2024

        Camp Cacapon

        Beautiful campground... practically Glamping

        The campground is beautiful and everything is well maintained. The bathroom is clean. There is open space and tree cover. There is river access. 

        We love it here. The first year we stayed on a tent site. We upgraded to the cottage the last 2 years. For the amazing comfortable beds and the ac. The upgrade is worth it. 

        The owner is amazing and goes out of his way to help his campers and make sure everyone is enjoys their time.

        I can't say enough good things about the camp.

      • P
        Camper-submitted photo from Hagerstown / Antietam Battlefield KOA
        Jul. 2, 2024

        Hagerstown / Antietam Battlefield KOA

        Clean grounds friendly accommodating staff

        We really enjoyed our stay here. Sites, amenities, and bathrooms/ showers were all clean and well kept. Staff was always friendly and accommodating (we even extended our stay and while our first site was booked they found us a near by site that was open). No problems with hook ups or dump station.

      • KThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Greenbrier State Park
        Jul. 1, 2024

        Greenbrier State Park

        Great MD State Park Campground

        We love this campground. The staff really make sure the traffic is circulating and organized during the weekend when it’s crazy busy!! The only negative that stinks is that campers have to drive down and park their cars in the parking lot by the lake EARLY or you won’t get a spot (especially for the campers in the further camp loops like Dogwood, where we stay). I wish the campground had their own access to the lake like at Rocky Gap State Park. Other than that, we love the park. The bath houses & sites are always clean, camp hosts are friendly and park rangers are present and helpful.

      • MJ B.
        Camper-submitted photo from Artillery Ridge Campground
        Jun. 19, 2024

        Artillery Ridge Campground

        Camping as close to history as you can get

        Spent a weekend at Gettysburg. 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. Literally right outside the entrance of the campgrounds is where the battlefield starts. So close to history. We have been to Gettysburg before, but going with the kids again being older, we all had a greater appreciation of the sacrifice of this 3-day battle. 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. Later in the day we took a horse carriage ride through the battlefields, Picketts Charge and the peach orchard with a private guide to learn every ounce of the battlefield and the major players to learn about the 3 days of fighting that took place to how the civilians of Gettysburg were impacted. The three day battle claimed over 50,000 lives and we toured the town of Gettysburg to learn how the community had to deal with the aftermath of the masses who perished, the smell which went on for over 30 miles and limited resources such as clean water. It's amazing to see how history was so preserved but right across the street from battlefields where so many died stands fast food restaurants, and hotels. A little surreal. Would definitely recommend a ride out to Gettysburg and this campground, which is right next to the battlefields. Clean facilities. If you are into horses, this is the place for you! Though sites are not very private, everyone is very respectful, and you are not on top of each other. Quiet hours are observed, which is nice too. Store has a great variety of souviners, treats, and emergency camping items. You can't get any closer to history than here. Would definitely recommend if you are looking to visit Gettysburg.



      Guide to Waynesboro

      Camping near Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are several campgrounds to explore.

      What to do:

      • Hiking: There are numerous trails nearby, including those at Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "We love this park… it's one of our favorites! The lake is very nice and it's a very family park!"
      • Fishing: Many campgrounds, like Rocky Gap State Park Campground, have lakes where you can fish. A reviewer noted, "The campground has their own swim beach with a great playground, nature center, and camp store."
      • Exploring Historical Sites: The area is rich in history, with Gettysburg just a short drive away from Codorus State Park Campground. One camper shared, "This campground isn't too far from our home in Maryland… tons of hiking, exploring along the lake, and Gettysburg within a 30-minute drive."

      What campers like:

      • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Greenbrier State Park Campground said, "The bathhouses are always clean and well stocked."
      • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A reviewer at Cherry Hill Park mentioned, "The campground is nicer than average, with very large sites that feel very secluded."
      • Natural Beauty: Campers love the scenic views. One visitor at Caledonia State Park Campground said, "Beautifully located in the deep woods. Nice sites offering privacy."

      What you should know:

      • No Cell Service: Many campgrounds, like Cowans Gap State Park Campground, have limited or no cell service. A camper noted, "There is none. NONE. No AT&T, no Verizon, no T-Mobile."
      • Reservations Recommended: Popular spots can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A visitor at Owens Creek Campground advised, "First come first serve. I got in late Friday night and only the overflow camps were available."
      • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have electric hookups or showers. A reviewer at Green Ridge State Forest mentioned, "NO electric hookups, NO showers, NO toilets."

      Tips for camping with families:

      • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and swimming areas, like Rocky Gap State Park Campground. One parent said, "There is a nice playground near shade for parents to watch."
      • Plan Activities: Bring games and outdoor toys to keep kids entertained. A visitor at Cherry Hill Park noted, "There is also plenty to do for the kids, like a tractor ride through the campground."
      • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can make a big difference. A camper at Codorus State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites are fairly large and they do have some full hookup sites which is nice."

      Tips from RVers:

      • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA said, "The sites were so unlevel, close together, and the whole infrastructure in need of repair."
      • Use Leveling Blocks: Many sites may not be perfectly level. A camper at Greenbrier State Park Campground advised, "Some sites have 30amp electric. It was winter when we visited, but the campground has its own swimming beach."
      • Plan for Quiet Hours: Respecting quiet hours is essential. A visitor at Harpers Ferry KOA mentioned, "No enforcement of quiet hours… did not quiet down till 1am."

      Camping near Waynesboro, PA, offers a variety of experiences, from serene nature to family fun. Whether you're in a tent or an RV, there's something for everyone in this beautiful area.

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