3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Artillery Ridge Campground in Gettysburg offers multiple horse pens and a fenced riding arena for equestrians camping with horses. The campground features designated RV sites and cabins positioned near the horse stalls, accommodating travelers with their own horses. A hose wash rack allows for convenient horse cleaning after trail rides. The National Riding Stables located on the grounds provide guided horseback tours of the Gettysburg battlefield on rescue horses. Sites near the horse facilities include full hookups, with options for premium full hookup or water and electric connections. The campground maintains clean facilities and well-cared-for grounds approximately half a mile from Gettysburg National Historical Site's main visitor center.
Direct access to Gettysburg battlefield riding routes begins at Artillery Ridge, making it ideal for historical trail rides. Ferryboat Campsites in Liverpool also accommodates horse camping with on-site stables available for overnight equine guests. Horse owners can choose from tent sites, RV spots with hookups, or cabins when staying with their animals. The proximity to battlefield trails allows riders to explore historical landscapes directly from their campsites without trailering horses to separate locations. Both campgrounds provide easy access for horse trailers with ample parking space. Michaux State Forest permits primitive camping with horses on designated sites, though it lacks formal corrals or stalls. Fall season creates optimal riding conditions on many of these trails, but hunters may be present during certain periods, requiring riders to wear blaze orange for safety.
"We were looking for someplace close to the city but away from the hustle and bustle of our city life, this was the perfect little steal-away; relatively close by, great car camping spots, nice easy hikes"
"Campground Review: French Creek State Park Campground is located in Elverson, Pennsylvania and sits adjacent to Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site."
Available this weekend
from $20 - $90 / night
"Starlight is a nice campground to relax or explore central Pennsylvania."
"The campground is in a great location with easy access to Lancaster, Hershey and many other places to explore."
"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."
"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."
"A playground is near bathhouse in the campground, along with several hiking trails. The dump station is easily accessible. Firewood is also available for purchase at the campground."
"The driving path is gravel with a steep hill at the end so if you can help it I would avoid sites 32,34,36 as they are VERY difficult to back into with larger rigs."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $22 - $92 / night
"This campground has 2 small loops, the Lake Loop and the Fiddler's Loop. Lake loop is the bigger of the two, however the “sites” are smaller and it's more open. It is popular with group tenters."
"Large campsites at the Lake Loop. Map is a little deceiving- the sites are farther from the lake than I expected and there are no running water bathrooms. Very clean and wooded sites."
from $15 - $50 / night
"With that said they do have primitive camping spots next to the putt putt course and water only tent sits at the upper feild."
"Lots to do very close to water and many things to do in and around camp ground. Stayed for a few days would go back."
from $30 - $100 / night
"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
from $10 / night
GuideGreat campsite. Fire pit, picnic table, swimming pool ( not open), miniature golf course, laundromat, bathrooms, showers, dump station, gathering areas for groups, playground, and even a horse area and stalls for horses. Dog friendly. Staff was very helpful and curious.
GuideWhere we were camping had blown up their dump station. Artillery Ridge helped us out. $10. to dump. If we come to camp in Gettysburg, it will be hear.
ScoutStaff is friendly and everything is kept up well, newly renovated pool and pavilion area.
LegendWe spent 4 nights at Gettysburg Campground to attend the AIM Club Rally(Lincoln’s Legacy- Gettysburg 250), and it served as base camp for the event.
WHAT I LIKED:
Location, Location, Location: This park is an absolute winner for convenience—just 5 minutes from the Gettysburg battlefields, museums, and the heart of town.
The Atmosphere: The staff gave us a warm reception at check-in, and the site itself was clean, well-maintained, and spacious enough to back up to a running creek. Lots of mature trees offer lots of shade and character.
Big-Rig Friendly: Navigating a 45-foot motorhome with a toad can sometimes be stressful, but this park was easy to maneuver.
WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
Late-Night Power Struggles: On our final night, the campground experienced grid strain. Our Hughes Watchdog Power Center saved the day—but it had to shut off our power 7 different times due to low voltage. Aside from losing a few hours of sleep to the chorus of appliances cycling off and on, no harm was done. I recommend using a surge protector/voltage regulator if you stay here.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
LegendWe spent a weekend at French Creek State Park as our home base for the Chester County Balloon Festival. We stayed for 2 nights at a full-hookup paved site, which ran us $55.25 per night.
WHAT I LIKED:
Peace& Quiet: The state park itself was lovely, serene, and felt nice and spacious.
Prime Location: At just 30 minutes away from the balloon festival, this is the closest campground.
WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
The"Leveling" Challenge: We were at site#C-241, which had a pretty significant slope. It took a few boards under the rear wheels and fully extended jacks just to get us anywhere near level.
Tight Fit for Big Rigs: Even though there was plenty of open space behind our site, the actual driveway pad was too short to comfortably fit our motorhome and Jeep together. Compared to other state parks we’ve visited, the interior roads and layouts felt a bit on the tight side.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
ScoutFlat grounds, level campsites, nice pool, kids have tons of fun!
TravelerThe camp site was amazing. Everything is neat and clean and really beautiful place so quiet.
RangerBeautiful park, pool and lake. Great for boating and fishing, running or hiking and swimming. In may, it wasn’t busy, but I can imagine it gets packed. I will be back for summer.
ScoutThis is our 3rd time at this park, it is one of our favorites. Well maintained, very quiet. We stay in Loop A (full hookup) pet friendly. Sites are spacious, generally large but they are all back-in sites.
French Creek State Park Campground offers multiple camping options for visitors exploring the Wrightsville area. The park maintains three separate loops with sites ranging from primitive to full hookups. Sites feature paved level areas which simplifies setup for tents and RVs alike. The campground provides clean facilities including showers and bathrooms, though some visitors note the bathrooms occasionally need maintenance. Located approximately 35 miles from Wrightsville, the park serves as an excellent base for exploring central Pennsylvania's outdoor recreation opportunities.
Hiking trails for all abilities: French Creek State Park Campground offers extensive trail networks suitable for day hikes. "There is lots of hiking, the lake is beautiful, at least two playgrounds (perfect for our kids), the bathrooms were well maintained," reports Katie M., who visited with her family.
Fishing at multiple locations: Stock up on fishing gear before visiting Little Buffalo State Park Campground, which maintains several warm water fishing spots. The park contains "two lakes, Scotts Run Lake and Hopewell Lake that you can fish at, kayak, canoe or just relax by," with species including "northern pike, chain pickerel, bass, walleye, muskellunge and several types of panfish."
Historical immersion: Take a guided tour of the Gettysburg battlefield from Artillery Ridge Campground. One camper explained the historical significance: "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."
Equestrian facilities: Ferryboat Campsites in Liverpool provides dedicated horse stables for equestrian campers. "There are horse stable available as well on site," notes a reviewer, making this one of the more accessible horse campgrounds near Wrightsville, Pennsylvania for riders bringing their own mounts.
Spacious, private sites: Campers consistently praise the size and separation between sites at many area campgrounds. At Starlite Camping Resort, "the sites were large, with trees between, providing additional privacy. Too often private campgrounds attempt to squeeze as many sites as possible and end up with campers on top of their neighbors, but at Starlight, the sites felt very secluded."
Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness stands out as a priority for many campers. At Hibernia County Park, a visitor noted, "The porta potties are very clean and don't smell and are lit with a street lamp," highlighting the park's maintenance standards despite its primitive camping setup.
Seasonal operations: Many campgrounds in the region operate on limited schedules. Starlite Camping Resort is open "May 1 to Nov 1," while other facilities like Hibernia County Park run weekends only from May through October.
Terrain considerations: The topography can present challenges at some locations. "It is quite hilly throughout the campground, but the individual sites are very level to park the camper with almost no blocks needed," reports a camper at Starlite Camping Resort.
Primitive camping options: For those seeking more rustic experiences, Michaux State Forest offers free camping with minimal facilities. "Michaux State Forest campgrounds have vault toilets and the sites are well-maintained. I went in late fall and was the only camper at the area I stayed in," shares a reviewer who appreciated the solitude.
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