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Fairview Farms Airfield

16 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents66 acres · Pine Grove, Schuylkill
The 66-acre property has been licensed as an airport (PS20) since the 1980s. It is currently an active, private airport. We don't sell fuel or offer services beyond camping so we primarily have only air traffic with few to no landings each year. In other words, it is very quiet here except during the occasional low pass. We are very eager for pilots to fly in and camp out! The beautiful sunsets and stargazing night skies are a real treat for anyone that comes to visit. Lots of deer, birds, and other wildlife can be seen out and about. Bring your telescope and binoculars to view all the property has to offer! Note that we are always working to improve our slice of heaven, thus we do have tools, vehicles, and equipment stored around the farm that if not used now will be one day. We appreciate your understanding that some areas are used for our personal / farm storage. If you're not into looking at our farmware, there are a few nearby campgrounds. The hot tub is located next to the owner's home. Guests are welcome to use this at any time but must reserve and pay for a time slot. * Book this through the Extras * We are within walking distance of Swatara State Park and close to the Appalachian Trail. Short drive to the local winery, bowling alley, pub/diner, and movie theater. Grocery stores and gas are also nearby. Miles of hiking, rail trail, single-track mountain biking, and kayaking are all right here! See our kayak and bike rentals under extras! Hershey Park is approximately a 30-minute drive from our location. Rausch Creek, Anthracite, and Reading off-road areas are also nearby. Note: Monthly rental discounts are available. Work-stay exchange programs are available. We are always looking for good reliable part-time help on the farm! Please ask! Fall leaves colors are looking awesome! Come enjoy the leaves by day and stars by night beside your campfire! Follow us on Instagram: @fairview_farms_airfield
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Willet Family Farm

5 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Westminster, Carroll
Named “Favorite Hipcamp Site in the State of Maryland" by OUTSIDE MAGAZINE in 2020! The tallest structure on our farm is the windmill, constructed in 1874, and it quickly became the logo for our farm because a windmill is something that harnesses power for a specific purpose. For many generations, the windmill harnessed the power of the wind to grind grain or pump water, but now in the 21st century, Willet Family Farm hopes to harness the power of the outdoors to benefit every guest that comes to visit. The Willet Farm survived many hardships including The Great Depression, the 1999 tornado that destroyed the barn, and cancer that claimed the life of family members too early. In 2006, The farm had to be sold outside of the family, but in an effort to honor past generations and preserve the heritage of what the farm stood for (faith, family and hard work), Jeremy and Kathleen Willet purchased the farm back in 2017. The 13 acre farm is perfectly located in the middle of over 200 acres of farmland owned by parents and cousins. Since that time, we have welcomed over 200 guests from 10 different states and 2 different countries! We raise free-range chickens, board horses and are a Renewable Energy Farm completely powered by the sun through a comprehensive solar design on our barn.
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Christmas Tree Farm with Views

7 sites · RVs, Tents16 acres · Elizabethtown, Lancaster
In 1990, Scott and Sue Miller purchased a 16-acre farm in Elizabethtown, Pa with the intentions of starting a select cut Christmas tree farm. 15,000 trees were purchased and planted on the farm. Six years later, the first tree was sold and since then, the farm has expanded its operations to Bernville, Pa. Camp on our 16 acre Christmas tree farm in an Amish neighbors with horses. Within 30 minute drive to Hershey park, Mt Gretna , Lebanon, Lancaster, Harrisburg, York. Enjoy hiking and biking trails nearby and the many attractions. Great view for star gazing and sunsets. Firewood available for purchase. We have a stone parking lot for RV campers Tent campers can set up in the trees and lanes. An outdoor portable toilet is available and water is available at an outside spigot. We are open January through Mid November. We have 6 sites available with fire pits. You are able to drive and park next to the site. Sites are available first come first served. Four persons per site additional $5 per night fee for extra guests. We sell Miller’s Christmas tree farms stickers.
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Iron Rock Acres

13 sites · RVs12 acres · York, York
12.5 acres with Pond and nice view near Rt 83, and in the center of some great local attractions. Located between York, Harrisburg, Lancaster and Gettysburg Near Ski Roundtop, Hershey Park, Gettysburg Battlefied, York Harley Davidson and much much more !!! Wildlife may include Ducks, whitetail Deer and more Our property is also nestled between some amazing State Parks and Game Land, excellent for the hunting enthusiasts and more!!! Gifford Pinchot State Park - approximately a 17 min drive Codorus State Park -approximate 41 min drive Samual S Lewis State Park - approximately 29 min drive BAPS Motor Speedway is a mere 13 min drive for any race fans or family’s!!! We can also accommodate racing trailers for the drivers and their family as well.
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Circle S Farm Camping

3 sites · RVs, Tents35 acres · Grantville, Lebanon
The camp sites on our farm are dry (for now). We have three leveled gravel RV/Camper spots, which are large compared to most campgrounds. The sites are pull through for most RVs and Trailers. We provide fire rings and campfire wood (assuming we have it available). Our farm is an operational farm with livestock and you will be camping right by our horse pasture. Our location is convenient. We are right off of I-81 and State route 22. Minutes from Hersheypark, Hollywood Casino and Penn National Race Course, The PA Renaissance Faire, as well as Ft. Indiantown Gap and Memorial Lake State Park. If you are a hiker, the Appalachian Trail is minutes from our farm. Our sites are easy access off the main road. We are in a friendly agricultural neighborhood with very little traffic or noise other than the light hum of I-81 in the distance. Wildlife is plentiful in our area and you can hike from our farm to Levitz Community Park (or drive if you prefer) to interact some great nature or have a picnic. Our goal is to be accommodating and provide our guests with the best experience possible while here. Got questions? We can help! Just ask!
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Conewago Glamp and Paddle

1 site · Lodging8 acres · Dover, York
Enjoy 8 beautiful, secluded acres on the Conewago Creek at Bald Hill, Northern York Co. My homestead was once part of the Conewago Turf Farm. It borders the creek a length of 1100 feet. Camp is at the base of a steep section of the Conewago Mountains, creating privacy and protection from wind and afternoon sun. Plenty of good fishing and paddling here. I offer shuttle service for 1 or 2 day float trips, paddle in one day, paddle out the next day. Canoes, kayaks, paddles and PFD's are included in the price of your stay. The Conewago is very beginner paddling but remote, very clean and full of wildlife. Gifford Pinchot State Park is 7 miles away. I have two paddle boards if you want to paddle the 3 mile lake. This adventure would require a short hike out to a parking area. Relax in a wood fired Norwegian sauna and cook in a Peruvian wood fired earth oven or cook under the stars over an open fire. Firewood is also included. Foodies will rejoice here. I live and work here, part time blacksmith and wood worker. I'll assist you in any way or do my best to stay out of your way. Wildlife love it here, I think you will too.
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Fiddlers Green Farm

3 sites · RVs, Tents107 acres · Taneytown, Carroll
This historic piece of preserved farmland has been in our family for 5 generations. The property is just over 100 acres with about half in forest conservation. We have two streams that join one another and create an amazing habitat for all kinds of wildlife. Our farm has always been a fun and healing place for our friends and family to gather. We love sharing the peaceful seclusion here with folks who enjoy and respect nature. We are a certified organic farm and we're in the early stages of transforming it to a fully regenerative, permaculture operation. We grow hemp, medicinal herbs, small grains as well as keep bees and a small tribe of goats. When you come here you are experiencing the rebirth of farming in this country while getting to connect with the natural world.  We'd love to have you! 
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Relax in peace while Glamping

1 site · Lodging3 acres · New Cumberland, York
Quite 3.5 acres on a dead end private road. Flat and wide open property surrounded by trees on all sides. Enjoy a quiet evening inside our RV with most amenities included. Beautiful brand new 2022 Passport travel trailer. Sleeps up to 14 people. Stationary rental on private 3.5 acre property. Rare travel trailer with a quad queen bunk house that sleeps up to 14 people! Sets on a beautiful 3.5 acres of private property. Wake up every morning to the sound of birds chirping. Enjoy your complimentary morning coffee under the huge pavilion, and maybe catch the local wildlife grazing in the yard. Make yourself at home with all of our provided activities, such as: horseshoes, volleyball, badminton, kickball, wiffleball, propane grills, fire ring, and more!
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Cabin: Hot Tub, Grill, Lake, Trails

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Mount Gretna, Lebanon
Your senses will be overcome with relaxation as you curl up by the crackling wood oven on the plush couch. Cozy up on the sofa and play a movie for the family, or… Indulge your eyes on panoramic views of luscious forest visible everywhere through floor to ceiling windows. Feast your ears on sounds of songbirds or the gentle swooshing of a lake breeze through the leaves. Watch the sun set into shades of orange and pink as you sip a crisp local wine on the wraparound porch. As you drive up to this beautiful home, you'll be greeted with its red façade with steps leading to the cabin. When you make your way up the steps and cross the threshold, you'll instantly find yourself in paradise: a fully stocked modern cabin with every amenity you might need in order to enjoy yourself yet feel at home. "Casa Gretna Treehouse" - as it is lovingly called - is a thoughtfully furnished cabin situated in some of Central Pennsylvania’s best nature... It's fit for up to six guests looking for a modern yet close-to-nature adventure. The relaxed and quiet atmosphere here, coupled with medium-firm plush beds fitted with quality sheets (and darkening blinds in each room), guarantees you'll wake up each morning feeling refreshed. This beautiful Mt Gretna cabin rental features two unique living rooms. After a long day of fun, you can sink into any of the comfortable sofas and chairs they each offer. Anywhere you decide to sit you'll be received by large windows, giving you access to the rich views which make you feel like you're among the trees. And although T.V. is optional when you're in the mountains... there are two high definition Smart television's here for you. When it's time for a hot meal or coffee or tea, you may be able to see deer grazing on grass and shrubbery from the large window in the kitchen. A set of binoculars on the windowsill await your curiosity. Pots, pans, plates, glassware, utensils, blender, toaster, a toaster oven, crockpot, and every common kitchen utensil and tool are available for you. Sippy cups, plastic tableware, and a high chair are available for your little ones. There is a dishwasher and tablets for you to use. As well as dish soap, new sponge, a bottle cleaner, and dish rags if you prefer that. The gas range stove gives you the ability to whip up a meal for six or a beautiful brunch to enjoy on the deck or in the dining space. And there's a drip coffee maker, french press, and tea kettle with plenty of coffee, decaf, and teas (both caffeinated and herbal) for your utmost convenience. When you want to enjoy a meal together, there's a lovely wood dining table for you all to share. The dining table seats four, but foldable dining trays are there to accomodate more. There's also a charcoal grill with utensils for you to enjoy cooking outside. With plenty of outdoor seating at your disposal. The master washroom has two sinks, comfortable toilet with a bidet, large bath tub, and always has a bath tray & bath bombs for you to unplug, take a nice hot bath, and forget about the world. For your convenience, there is a heater right above the tub so you can step out of the shower feeling warm and refreshed. Body soap, shampoo and conditioner, hand soap, Q tips, dental floss picks, extra toothbrushes, 2 hair dryers, extra toilet paper, and clean towels/wash rags are a few of the amenities you can expect to be provided for you. As you waltz your way down to the first floor, you'll notice a cast iron wood oven. Grab some firewood, a Duraflame log, and matches from any local gas station or grocery store, and cozy up next to it for a truly authentic cabin experience. In this section of the cabin, you have a poker table with a real Hard Rock Casino Las Vegas poker set, Scrabble, Uno! Flip, Pictionary, Heads Up!, Bluetooth Karaoke mic, Scattegories, and about 8 other board games. The TV here is fitted with a vintage Nintendo 64 with over 600 games for your enjoyment. There’s also a bar with a cocktail kit, beer pitcher, wine & shot glasses, and a mini fridge to keep your beverages ice cold. And beside the bar are beach chairs, beach mat, floaty, cooler, a beach bag, and speaker to take with you to the lake. Beside the bar is a high efficiency washer and dryer so you can take home clean laundry with you. Detergent is made readily available to you. And there is also a half bathroom with hand soap and plenty of toilet paper here. As well as a space heater, dehumidifier, and clothes drying rack if you choose to use them. Overall, the house is decorated with throw pillows and blankets, lighting fixtures, plants, art work, and books. There are travel guides, cookbooks, history books, and novels everywhere. Titles by Ernest Hemingway, Louisa May Alcott, Neil Gaiman, David Baldacci, Suzanne Collins, William Shakespeare, and more. In the master bedroom there are a number of children books and nighttime stories for the kiddos. And throughout, you'll enjoy fast Wifi at an excellent 800 Mbps - suitable for everyone's devices. Stepping outside, you will have a 3-4 seater hot tub in a screened sun room with plenty of seating around so the whole family can enjoy time together, with ash trays for smokers. The cabin sits on nearly an acre of raw wilderness begging for you - or your furry companion - to explore. We love dogs, and we understand how hard it can be to travel when you have to leave your furry friends at home. There is a sofa cover in the second floor coat closet for your convenience - that way your puppers can sleep or sit with you on the sofa risk free. There are doggie bags, bowls, and paw cleaning rags for you here. Casa Gretna Treehouse - Cabin Rental in Mt Gretna PA Highlights: • Master Bedroom - 12" Spring/foam hybrid - Queen Bed • Guest Bedroom 1 - 12" & 10" Spring - Full Bed w/ Twin Trundle • Guest Bedroom 2 - 12" Spring/foam hybrid - Queen Bed • Common Area - 1st Floor - 8" Spring - Full Sofa Bed • Common Area - 1st Floor Closet - 5" Foam - Twin Cot Bed • Pack & play, soft blankets, high chair, diaper changing station, and sound machine for the littles • Central A/C, feel free to set between 65-71° F • 2 living rooms with HDTV's • 800 Mpbs WiFi (fast) • Patio and wraparound deck • Hot tub • Charcoal grill • Hammock • Full bar • Nintendo 64 with 600+ games • 15 board games • Wood oven • Beach gear • Fully stocked kitchen • Clean linens and towels • Serene, quiet, private, yet lots to do • Walking distance to ice cream shops, playground, theater, pizzeria, cafe, library, festivals, and more • Minutes from a private lake As you can see, at Casa Gretna Treehouse you have everything you need to make a truly unforgettable memory you will treasure forever. You deserve it.
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Deer Ridge

1 site · LodgingCassville, Dauphin
Opening up this property to Glampers in 2017 and other Vacationers has been an exciting experience for me in the last few years. This 30 acre property was virgin land back when my folks purchased it in the early 1970's. My father was a avid fly Fisherman, so this being with in 2 miles of Roaring River State Park was where he wanted to spend most of his time in nature catching Trout Fish, and my mom wanted to be in the woods where she could just sit back and be one with nature.  We lived in the next state over so he wanted this to be our vacation home away from home. . . so the story began. . . and goes .  . .  the road onto the property was built and the first home and well, so we had a place to come for family fun and vacations. 
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Forest House at Warren Estates

1 site · Lodging2 acres · Newville, Cumberland
https://tinyurl.com/The-Forest-House It has been our dream for quite some time to have a place where we could "get away from it all" and relax. The Forest House has the best of both worlds—all the amenities of nature along with all the best from home. From its stone fireplace to its granite counter tops, this log home has many of the luxuries one would expect to find in a fine hotel. We supply the linens, soaps, shampoos and so forth. This is a "just bring your toothbrush" kind of place. Free Internet/WiFi and free continental US long distance. Log home. Super clean and fun. Fully prepped with linens and towels. A "just bring your toothbrush" kind of place. 3 miles from the midway point of the Appalachian Trail. Plenty of parking. NOTE: must be 25 or older to rent. NOTE: Base rate is based on an occupancy of 2. Each additional guest (above 2) is $25/night additional. Accommodations Overview: Scan QR code (third photo) with mobile phone for an immersive 3D Tour. 1250 square feet (main living area & loft); Fully finished basement (450 square feet); Bedroom 1: queen bed (closed door, main living area); Bedroom 2: queen bed (closed door, main living area); Bedroom 3 (open loft area): twin beds (qty 3); Fully finished basement. Pricing Overview: Price shown is based on double (2 guests) occupancy. $25 per person/per night for additional persons (above 2). $80 cleaning fee per stay. We have 2 large Roku-enabled TVs, so guests will have access to our very own Netflix account, YouTube, and many other entertainment options. Want to enjoy a nice fire in the fireplace or the fire pit out back? We even supply the firewood! Adjacent to the Michaux State Forest (you are practically in it!). Pine Grove Furnace State Park (3.1 miles away). Full beach, concessions and swimming area. Kings Gap Environmental Education Center (about 8.5 miles away). Full access to the home. Once you book, I will send you a key code which opens up the lock box adjacent to the front door. It is an "honor system" check-in/check-out. Note: be sure to re-enter the lock box code in order to close the box.
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South Mountain Seclusion

1 site · RV, Tent30 acres · Dillsburg, Cumberland
Secluded campsite on 30 acres of forested mountain land located near the peak of South Mountain between Carlisle and Dillsburg, Pennsylvania. Enjoy the wildlife, private walking trails, cooking over the fire pit, and a vista on the property overlooking the Cumberland Valley and Blue Mountain over 19 miles away.  In early to mid-summer, you can see the sunset from the vista. You will definitely avoid the crowds. There is only one campsite on the property and we have no intention of developing any other campsites. The main driveway is over a half-mile long and winds up the mountain to a very remote setting. The driveway is a bit rough, read details further below. The campsite is situated on a flat knob near the peak of the mountain. Water is available along the driveway.  RVs and pull-behind campers up to a 24-foot length are welcome (measured from hitch to bumper for trailers or from front to rear bumpers for RVs). There is a site to dump wastewater only 3.5 miles away. Enjoy stewardship of the forest property during your stay. Consider this a land lease. Feel free to walk any of the yellow paint dotted trails. You can collect your own camp firewood on-site for free by cutting up any dead and fallen timber. PLEASE DO NOT DAMAGE ANY LIVE TREES WITH A SAW, AXE, SCREWS, ETC.  Feel free to set up your own hammock using ropes or ratchet straps so long as you don't notch the tree with an axe or install screws. Also, we have plenty of rocks of various sizes on the property, mostly along the driveway and trails. Feel free to collect and take a load of rocks if you can find a use for them. A few years ago there was a selective timber cut of just the large trees greater than 14 inches in diameter. The lumber sized logs were extracted plus most of the tops were taken for pulpwood. There are some remaining tree tops/branches scattered on the floor of the woods that are being cut for firewood as time permits and when we don't have campers on the property. IN ORDER TO KEEP OUR RATES LOW, CAMPERS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO DRIVE ALL TRASH/WASTE BAGS AND DROP OFF AT A DESIGNATED AREA ALONG THE DRIVEWAY UPON COMPLETION OF THE STAY. See Trash/Waste section below for details. Contact me in advance if you want to check-in early. That may be fine so long as there are no conflicts. Come and go as often as you would like during your stay.      Vehicle Access:  Follow the light blue painted blazes on the trees which will direct you to drive right to the campsite. There is a large parking area and turnaround area near the campsite. The driveway to the campsite is one-half mile long and is very private.  The driveway is bumpy and you will need to drive slowly. The first half of the driveway has milder slopes of up to about 6% and the second half of the driveway is steeper at about a 12% grade up to the campsite. It will take you about 5 minutes to drive back. Two-wheel drive trucks and SUVs will have no problem driving to the campsite.  Cars with low ground clearance have made it back, but it is a little more challenging. The property is near the ridge of South Mountain, which is generally dry.  You will normally have no problem using the driveway when dry or after a light to medium rain. However, after a heavy rain, the parking area and turnaround area could get a little soft.         Fire Pit: The stone fire pit has a stainless steel camping grill which is 24-inches by 24-inches and can be adjusted in height and swung over the fire or off to the side.  Sterilize first by heating it. Ensure that the fire is fully extinguished prior to going to sleep or leaving the premises. Fires are only permitted in the fire pit. Please only burn wood and paper products in the fire pit (no plastic).      Firewood You have a few choices: Option 1 (Free) - You can collect your own camp firewood on-site for free by cutting up any dead and fallen timber. There is plenty to pick from in the surrounding area, but it could be somewhat wet depending on recent rainfall.  PLEASE DO NOT DAMAGE ANY LIVE TREES.  Option 2 - You can purchase already split/stacked/seasoned/tarped firewood by the campsite at $0.50 a piece. Please leave cash under the door of the workshop that you drive by along the driveway. Please use the firewood closest to the trash can first, since that wood is better seasoned.  Or when you book the campsite, you can purchase in $5 increments. Option 3 - Bring your own      Water:  Well water is available from a blue outside spigot in front of the workshop that you drive by along the driveway.        Septic:  A WolfWise Pop Up Privacy Tent with Portable Camp Toilet Seat is provided.  We include 5-gallon bags that fit over the seat that can be tied and placed in the trash can by the tent.  If possible, please try to minimize liquid waste placed in the trash can. Option 2 - Provide your own toilet in an RV or camper. No dumping on site. You can dump your septic at a local campground for only $10. It is 3.5 miles away and is located at Deer Run Camping Resort, 111 Sheet Iron Roof Rd, Gardners, PA 17324. Call for hours ahead of time.  Option 3 - BYO portable toilet. No dumping on site.  Option 4 - There are public restrooms at the South Middleton Township Park located at 525 Park Dr, Boiling Springs, PA 17007 (8 minutes / 4 miles away).        Trash/Waste: In addition to the trash can by the privacy tent, there is a large trash can and recycling container near the campsite.  Please place your trash and recyclables in these locations. You can leave the recyclables in the bin at the campsite and we take care of them.  IN ORDER TO KEEP OUR RATES LOW, CAMPERS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO TAKE ALL TRASH/WASTE BAGS FROM BOTH TRASH CANS AND DRIVE THEM TO DROP OFF IN THE LARGE BLUE TRASH TOTE NEXT TO THE WORKSHOP NEAR THE DRIVEWAY UPON COMPLETION OF THE STAY. If you don't have a truck bed, you could transport the bag on your vehicle hood or roof if you prefer. Pets: Pets are welcome. Please clean up after them in any of the cleared areas of the campsite.      Dangers: Keep an eye out for bears, snakes, bees, and ticks, all of which are rare to see.  It is suggested to check yourself for ticks just to be safe.      Story of the Land:  This mountain land was once part of the 8,400 acre Carlisle Iron Works Estate, which operated the iron furnace built around 1760, located near the Children’s Lake in Boiling Springs. During the American Revolution, the furnace was used to make cannonballs and other ammunition for the patriots. The furnace was in operation for about 100 years. If you walk the property, you can find four charcoal hearths, which are circular areas about 40-foot in diameter that have been leveled to allow for burning of wood to create charcoal to fire the furnaces. An above-ground mound of wood was created and then covered with dirt and leaves and burned in low-oxygen conditions for 1 to 2 weeks to form the charcoal. Preserved charcoal can still be found when digging in these areas. You are free to bring a shovel to hunt for some 150-year-old charcoal and bring home a piece of history.  Also a section of the property contains the original location of the Appalachian Trail before it was relocated about 1.3 miles to the north. Local Attractions: Appalachian Trail Rocky Ridge, 3 minutes (1.3 miles). Beautiful limestone outcropping, which is well known for rock climbing. Take left out of the driveway on Whiskey Springs Road headed north. Drive 1.3 miles and you will see parking on the right and left.  Walk west (left) on the trail following the white blazes.  The hike to the top of Rocky Ridge is about 1/4 mile long.  South Mountain Raceway, 6 minutes (3 miles). Hosts a 1/8th-mile drag strip with races typically every Sunday from April through the October. 1107 Petersburg Road, Boiling Springs, PA 17007. Children's Lake, 7 minutes (4 miles). Enjoy the walking trail and fishing in the spring-fed and trout-stocked lake.  4 East First Street, Boiling Springs, PA 17007. South Middleton Township Park, 8 minutes (4 miles). Enjoy hiking, biking, youth playground area, horseshoe pits, sand volleyball courts, tennis courts, and a basketball court. You can hike or bicycle all the way into Boiling Springs by using the Fielding Belt Trail which connects to Spring Meadow Park.  525 Park Dr, Boiling Springs, PA 17007 PA State Game Lands #305, 8 minutes (4 miles).  Enjoy the 730 acres of mountain land for hunting, bird watching and hiking. Boiling Springs PA. Benny's Italian Eatery, 8 minutes (4 miles).  Great pizza and subs with reasonable prices.  121 Forge Rd, Boiling Springs, PA 17007. Boiling Springs Pool & Waterpark, 10 minutes (5 miles). Includes 4 pools and 3 water slides.  2 Mountain Road, Boiling Springs, PA 17007. Yellow Breeches Creek, 10 minutes (5 miles), Enjoy year-round trout fly fishing catch and release section near Boiling Springs, PA 17007. Williams Grove Flea and Farmers Market and Historical Steam Engine, 16 minutes (9 miles). Over 500 vendors. Operates Sundays year-round. 1 Steam Engine Hill, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055. Carlisle Sports Emporium, 17 minutes (10 miles).  Enjoy arcades, go-karts, laser tag, mini-golf, batting cages, and virtual reality.  29 S Middlesex Rd, Carlisle, PA 17015. Williams Grove Speedway, 18 minutes (10 miles). One of the top weekly sprint car tracks in the country.  1 Speedway Dr, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055. U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center, 20 minutes (11 miles). Is the premier facility for historical research on U.S. Army history and is dedicated to "Telling the Army story...one Soldier at a time."  Walk the mile-long Army Heritage Trail with a lot of exhibits. 950 Soldiers Dr, Carlisle, PA 17013. Pine Grove Furnace State Park, 21 minutes (13 miles), 1100 Pine Grove Road, Gardners, PA 17324.    Laurel Lake/Fuller Lake: Enjoy swimming, fishing, boat rentals, bicycle/hiking trails.   Camp Michaux: Enjoy a walking tour of this World War II POW Interrogation camp.   Pine Grove Furnace Iron Works Historic Walking Trail.   Pole Steeple Trail 0.75 mile climb to a gorgeous vista nearly 500 feet above Laurel Lake. Carlisle Events Car Shows, 23 minutes (11 miles). See the Spring Carlisle & Auction, Import & Performance Nationals, Carlisle Ford Nationals, Chevrolet Nationals, Carlisle GM Nationals, Carlisle Chrysler Nationals, Carlisle Truck Nationals, Corvettes at Carlisle, and Carlisle Fall Carlisle & Auction. 1000 Bryn Mawr Rd, Carlisle, PA 17013. Gettysburg National Military Park, 26 minutes (22 miles).  Tour the historic Civil War battlefields of Gettysburg, PA. Roundtop Mountain Resort, 27 minutes (15 miles). Enjoy skiing and snowboarding in the winter, and paintball in the off-season. 925 Roundtop Rd, Lewisberry, PA 17339. Hershey Park, 42 minutes (34 miles).  Amusement Park, Zoo, Chocolate Factory Tour. 100 Hersheypark Dr, Hershey, PA 17033.
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Camping near Harrisburg guide

Harrisburg, PA camping puts the Susquehanna River in full-focus. Whether you stay close to the river or camp deeper in town, you can explore Harrisburg’s numerous viewpoints, attractions, and museums. Spend a morning in the National Civil War Museum and savor lunch along the waterfront. Then, check into your RV campsite with full hookups, volleyball courts, and on-site restrooms. Oh, and if you’re planning a family-friendly getaway, don’t forget the region’s other claim to fame: theme parks. Grab a chocolate bar (or two) after a day in Hershey. S’mores around the fire pit have never been so easy.

Where to Go

Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area

Birds of a feather flock together, and at Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area, that sentiment holds true for birdwatchers. Just 15 minutes outside Harrisburg, the conservation area is a hub for warblers. Campers should bring binoculars to traverse the hiking trails. From your forest campsite, you’ll wake up to the melody of birdsong and let the day guide you.

Along the River

The Susquehanna River is geographically known as one of the world’s oldests rivers—and it runs right along Harrisburg. Choose a direction, and follow the course of the water. Campsites likewise come with access to golf courses, parks, and even a section of the Appalachian Trail. So, Harrisburg campers can ultimately choose their own adventures, all while listening to the trickle of the tributary.

Across the River

Park yourself across the river and explore the region’s parks. All the camping options and activities converge at Gifford Pinchot State Park. Just outside Harrisburg, campers can hike, canoe, and play round after round of disc golf before returning to a spacious yurt or decked-out cabin. Meanwhile, Michaux State Forest may be an hour from Harrisburg, but—with options for both ATV riding and mountain biking—here is a thrill-seeker’s paradise.

When to Go

Summer is the best time for Harrisburg camping, as the wildflowers bloom and both birds and butterflies multiply. If you’re bringing your kids, summer is likewise prime time for all the activities; theme parks and similar family-friendly attractions tend to close during the off-months. Fall, however, doesn’t leave campers hanging. When the days and nights begin to cool, you can cozy up in your sleeping bag, whether in your tent or directly under the stars.

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