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Top-rated RV parks near Messiah College
River Golf Lodge RV & Tent Camping
1. River Golf Lodge RV & Tent Camping
100%
(15)
47mi from Messiah College · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
We are a nature-inspired boutique campground with only 6 lots tucked under huge trees and spaced where you can have some privacy. Sites 1-4 are riverfront. Sites 5&6 are river view. Each site has 30A and 110A electric. There is fresh, potable water available for fill on way to your site for free. You may dump for fee upon exit.
If slow mornings, birdsong, fish jumping, river moon reflections, a spa-like twirl under our unique private open air rain shower, slow kayak or tube float, a crackling fire are your kind of thaaangs…we are your place.
Stay. Camp. Fish. Float. Golf. Swim.
Have friends who wanna come but don’t camp, no worries, we have 12 keenly appointed rooms with plush beds and private baths. Come create magical memories with the people you love along the beautiful Juniata River in central PA.
Our Resort is great for bird watching, floating, swimming, fishing, chilling out after a golf round, or doing nothing. It has been said over and over that the river heals one’s soul – we believe this to be true. Come relax and renew with us!
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Full hookups
The Ponderosa
2. The Ponderosa
99%
(37)
18mi from Messiah College · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
A quaint working farm located in the heart of Adams County, PA. Located just minutes from Gettysburg Battlefield, Biglerville Apple Country, Codorus State Park, Pinchot State Park, and Pine Grove Furnace State Park. Also, not far from the Appalachian Trail, and points in Maryland. The small town of Hampton, PA is only a few miles away. There you will find a pizza/sandwich restaurant and a Donut/Ice Cream shop. The adjoining properties are also working farms, and you will be entranced by the surrounding peace and beauty. Almost every direction has a beautiful skyline. You can walked the mowed paths on the farm, fish in the pond, sit around the camp fire and listen to the quiet and the birds signing. If you like to bike or go for long walks the county roads don’t have a much traffic to contend with and are inviting for walks and biking. We offered carriage rides around the farm paths using our dartmoor ponies.
We can provide you with large fire 🔥 wood bundles, farm fresh eggs, fresh homemade donuts and bagels to your campsite if you order!
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Esidarap Mountain
3. Esidarap Mountain
96%
(180)
19mi from Messiah College · 1 site · Tent, RV
Note:
For the winter months we are closed, we reopen in march. The furthest we are open at any given moment is about six months. We close when hunting season comes in during the fall.
Description of camp:
This is not a glampsite! There are limited utilities here. No Drinking water, just water for the fire. There is a self serve firewood store, you may also forage dead wood. Here only one group may camp at a time. The campsite is a big level hilltop clearing surrounded by acres of woods. There is stone driveway that leads to the site that gets you back into the woods. The driveway is wide enough for trucks, trailers, vans, etc. Since the site is up high it gets a great breeze which helps on warm days and gets good cell service.
The campsite gets great sun and has shaded areas along the sides that make for good tent pitching. We have had people set up hammocks, tents, tarps, or camp in their vehicle. We provide a privy (outhouse), an outdoor showerroom/changing room, picnic tables, and a metal fire pit with grill rack that you can put in the fire pit if you wish to cook/grill over it. The woods are hilly so biking is not recommended.
Nearby Activities: A short drive from here will take you to Gettysburg, York, or Hanover. Codorus park offers great hiking and has a lake. There are many excellent restaurants and brewpubs nearby, including the award winning Warehouse Gourmet Bistro and Brewpub. For more information read our activities section to find out what other things we provide or have nearby that you can do.
Pricing:
We have a weeknight discount for the site which is 29 dollars (Sunday-Thurdsay nights). Friday night and Saturday night we charge 35 dollars. Any additional guests after five we charge 9.50 dollars per person. We allow up to 10 guests total.
Rules:
Extinguish camp fires that are unattended and to only make them in the designated fire pit, no noise past 9 o'clock, discharging of firearms and fireworks are prohibited, do not bring firewood (to prevent invasive bug spread), keep your pets attended/on a leash, clean up after your pets, no cutting down trees or damaging wildlife.
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Pine Grove Furnace State Park
4. Pine Grove Furnace State Park
90%
(7)
State park 19mi from Messiah College · 75 sites
Discover Pine Grove Furnace State Park's natural beauty and outdoor activities.
Electrical hookup
Sewer hookup
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Little Buffalo State Park
5. Little Buffalo State Park
100%
(1)
State park 23mi from Messiah College · 45 sites
Discover Little Buffalo State Park's natural beauty and outdoor activities.
Electrical hookup
Sewer hookup
Hickory Hollow Farm And Nursery
6. Hickory Hollow Farm And Nursery
98%
(27)
22mi from Messiah College · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
We have a beautiful Farm with a peaceful view of farmland and forests located 10 minutes from Hershey Park. We run a hobby Farm and Nursery. Plenty of open space to easily park your RV. We also have some excellent areas for tent camping. Easy access. Owned and operated by Andrew and Laura who live on the property. Plenty of room for any sized RV. Grass RV spaces that are mostly level. Tent sites available in secluded valley by a creek.
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Shelmar Acres
7. Shelmar Acres
97%
(15)
22mi from Messiah College · 1 site · Tent, RV
We run a working farm where we raise cattle and pigs and farm the ground to feed our cattle. We have a passion to share the farm experience with people and we thought this could be another way to share some of our blessing with you.
We have a single secluded camp spot tucked in between corn fields and pasture. You can enjoy the peaceful setting of farm county and the view of cattle grazing right next to your camp.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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White Squirrel Campsite Poperties
8. White Squirrel Campsite Poperties
100%
(37)
23mi from Messiah College · 1 site · Tent, RV
The White Squirrel Properties include a cabin, rental pavilion and camp site. The camp site sits at the top of a hill and provides a secluded flat site to pitch your tent or park your van/truck camper/truck top tent.
You will have this space to yourself.
The view is breathtaking - you have a gorgeous view of the Susquehanna River, numerous sets of mountain ranges, and you are surrounded by beautiful fields. There is a rustic picnic table and a more modern high top table set with an umbrella, for your use. We have also added 4 hammock chairs that you can relax in while enjoying a glass of wine. There is a small structure with a deck on top that has Adirondackchairsand 2 the building now has restroom and shower.
Now that the Campsite has the restroom the use of the pavilion is now an additional charge and it is walk and has a mens and ladies bathrooms, with 1 shower in the mens bathroom. The pavilion does have a kitchen with tables and chairs. This part of the property is rented out separately and is always locked, so if you choose to use it please reach out to me.
Deer come out nightly on this peaceful property. You won’t be disappointed.
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Christmas Tree Farm with Views
9. Christmas Tree Farm with Views
100%
(415)
23mi from Messiah College · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
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 trees were sold.
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. We are 45 minutes from the Strasburg Railroad and Cherry Crest Adventure farm.
Enjoy hiking and biking trails nearby and the many attractions.
We have excellent cell reception on our farm.
Great view for star gazing and sunsets.
Firewood available for purchase. We have a stone parking lot for RV campers. Two sites can also accommodate RV’s. We will reserve these sites.
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 April through
October.
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.
Our sites have excellent cell coverage.
In the event we are not home when you arrive, there is a site map on the light pole near the porta pot. We will try to notify you in advance if any sites are taken.
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Colonel Denning State Park
10. Colonel Denning State Park
State park 25mi from Messiah College · 50 sites
Discover the natural allure of Colonel Denning State Park.
Electrical hookup
Sewer hookup
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Codorus State Park
11. Codorus State Park
83%
(6)
State park 26mi from Messiah College · 198 sites
From the lake to the trail, this York County state park has it all.
Electrical hookup
Sewer hookup
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Caledonia State Park
12. Caledonia State Park
100%
(8)
State park 31mi from Messiah College · 180 sites
Discover the scenic beauty of Caledonia State Park.
Electrical hookup
Sewer hookup
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Fowlers Hollow State Park
13. Fowlers Hollow State Park
100%
(1)
State park 32mi from Messiah College · 17 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Fowlers Hollow State Park.
Electrical hookup
Sewer hookup
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Circle S Farm Camping
14. Circle S Farm Camping
96%
(106)
25mi from Messiah College · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
The camp sites on our farm are dry (for now) but we DO have a toilet that is cleaned regularly right by the sites. 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 but no wood. 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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Old Soul Farm
15. Old Soul Farm
99%
(292)
32mi from Messiah College · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
We are a small, working farm and apiary. Located back a gravel farm lane, Old Soul Farm is the perfect place to getaway from it all and still be within 10 minutes of the Gettysburg Battlefield.
Learn more about this land:
Site Option 1:
The Point - A beautiful view of the farm and surrounding farm properties. It is the furthest away from the barn and owner housing for privacy but an easy field walk in and out.
Site Option 2: The Barn Site - Closer to the barn. It is a level area with a great tree for shade and climbing. As of April 2025, we now offer a 50/30/20 amp for the convenience of our tent and RV campers! This location also has a stone fire circle.
Site Option 3: The Riding Ring - Formerly used as a riding ring for horses, it can now be used to accommodate larger groups.
Electrical hookup
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Montside Orchard Camp, Cabin&Sauna
16. Montside Orchard Camp, Cabin&Sauna
100%
(23)
33mi from Messiah College · 1 site · Tent, RV
The Cabin, Wood-Fired Sauna, and Meadow campsites at Montside Orchard boast one of the most magical sunset views in the Cumberland Valley. You can also expect to see a daily show of wildlife—herds of white tail deer, wild turkeys and hundreds of wild birds make Montside Orchard their home! Bring your binoculars--it's a wooded wonderland!
The Cabin is hugged by woodlands at the back and bucolic green hills dotted with orchards and small farms out the front. Yet within 15 minutes you will have arrived in quaint, well appointed downtown Chambersburg-- a small town bursting with good art and good food! We are also conveniently located 10 minutes from I-81, a major North/South interstate and 10 minutes from Rt 30.
While we don't allow hiking on the property Rt 30 takes you into Micheaux Forest, the Appalachian Trail and Caledonia State Park within 15 min and the historic Gettysburg National Park within 35.
White Tail Ski Resort is 40 minutes South and Ski Liberty is 40 miles East.
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The Empty Nest
17. The Empty Nest
97%
(29)
35mi from Messiah College · 1 site · Tent, RV
We sit on 17 acres set back from the road away surrounded by the mountains. We are in the hollow and have a small creek running through the woods on our property. We see lots of wildlife and beautiful sunsets. It is very peaceful yet we are very close to Gettysburg for sight seeing and Liberty Mountain Resort for golfing in the warm weather and snow sports in the winter.
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Gold Mine Speedway
18. Gold Mine Speedway
98%
(20)
37mi from Messiah College · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Awesome campsite. Enjoy rustic tent camping at the site of the former Gold Mine Speedway. This track has nearly been taken back by nature, featuring a lovely, aromatic primarily white and red pine forest, with some hardwood trees interspersed. Two mountain streams cross the land. Located on Greenland road near Tower City, it's a stone's throw from the Weiser State Forest.
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Fiddlers Green Farm
19. Fiddlers Green Farm
100%
(520)
37mi from Messiah College · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
When you come here you are experiencing the rebirth of farming in this country while getting to connect with the natural world.
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 in the early stages of transforming it into a fully regenerative, permaculture operation.
We grow hemp, medicinal herbs, and small grains as well as keep bees and a small tribe of goats.
We'd love to have you!
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Views of woods, pond, and sunrise
20. Views of woods, pond, and sunrise
98%
(138)
37mi from Messiah College · 1 site · Tent, RV
Welcome to our fifth generation, mini-valley, woodland, and rolling hills. Empty Cupboard Farm has been family owned since 1918. It is presently planted in soy and corn.
Wildlife abounds, including deer, small mammals, and geese. Bald eagles and Heron even take a pond dip periodically.
Woodland trails are accessible and new tree plantings can be observed.
We welcome
RVs under 30'. It will be too hilly for anything longer. (Be aware: inclement weather is not your friend here if your vehicle can't handle potentially slippery conditions.)
Enjoy the following activities:
Mountain biking, pedal onlyPond fishing. (Sorry, no swimming in the pond; but an "An open to the public", private pool is 13 miles/20min. As is the Y.
Lawn games and a fire pit are available. So are the stars at night; cloud permitting. Consider the free star gazing app, SkyView Lite, even in the day and under clouds. Don't miss our stunning sunsets at the "Red Door," our entrance.
Historical towns within 10 miles any direction are reached over rolling countryside. Gettysburg is less than 20 miles. Baltimore is less than an hours ride by open highway. Blue Ridge mountains 18 miles. Taneytown, 1836, has an extraordinary antique store that is a delight to browse; as well as fine dining, drive through, an open air beer garden and close by grocery stores. Homemade ice cream is found at Baugher's and Hoffmans in Westminster. Baugher's Orchard has "pick your own" available. There is a mini farm animal petting zoo at the orchard.
Additional things to see:
Boating in Carroll County Maryland.
Local wineries
Ski Liberty
Carroll is a full service county whatever your needs. Check out carrollcountytourism.org to learn more
No lions, tigers, and Oh my! However, be aware that small critters may try to steal your food. No recent bear sightings. Geese visit occasionally. Coyotes are seen periodically.
All hunting rights are reserved for long term clientele; therefore, hiking on the farm may be curtailed if they are present during hunting season. (November- January)
Consider using Sky View Lite on line to watch the sky.
Electrical hookup
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Sean
July 2026
35 ft pop-up camper
A nice quiet spot with great views of the night sky
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James
June 2026
21 ft travel trailer
With kids
Beautiful property, very kind hosts. Would love to spend more time here!
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Chanda
April 2026
35 ft travel trailer
With pets
Such a beautiful play didn't want to leave. Stayed 4 more nights.
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Curtis
February 2026
21 ft travel trailer
Nice hosts. Quiet. Beautiful surroundings. Easy in and out
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Kayla
November 2025
26 ft travel trailer
With pets
Kathy and Mary were friendly and informative. The site is next to a home on a nice asphalt pad. Bring extra hose and electrical cords.
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Mark
November 2025
26 ft Class C
With pets
A perfect stop. I stayed for one night during my travel south. It is a pull thru site coming into the property. I would recommend two water hoses and a back up electric extension as you may or may not need depending on your RV and where your hookups are located. Beautiful country. Good communication.
Easy on and off the Interstate.
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Daniel
November 2025
30 ft travel trailer
With pets
The place was amazing had the best views and was so pieceful highly recommend
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Ashly
October 2025
21 ft travel trailer
With pets
What a lovely site!
Super easy to pull in and pull back out. Easy to level. Felt incredibly private, despite being next to the owner's home. When we did see the owners, they were so friendly and kind. We were able to take our dogs for a nice mini-hike around their fields, pond and some mowed trails. We liked it so much, we stayed again on our way back home! (had been traveling from NE down to TN and back). We will definitely save this site and stay again if we go back down south in the future.
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Jess&Mike
October 2025
16 ft car
Love the place, sunrise and sunset were picturesque. Even tho its near a road, there were barely any one passing by, the whole night we stayed there only 2 vehicles passed by. Recommend to everyone passing by the area, or even just for a little R&R. Will definitely come back if we have the chance :)
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Robert
August 2025
26 ft campervan
With pets
We stayed one night at the farm and it was really nice. We ran into Mary who was super friendly and accommodating. We would definitely stay here again. It was easy to find and we enjoyed the peace and quiet. It was also close to the interstate.
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Dyan C
August 2025
17 ft pop-up camper
With pets
It was a quiet and convenient stay at the stables! We had a pop up camper and needed an overnight stay and booked it in the morning. The campsite had a designated parking near the electric hook up. Water hook up was not functioning at the time but we had our own water tank so was not an issue. It was a nice area surrounded by mountains. Best thing was it was only about 10 mins off the highway. Host home was right across from the parking driveway garage and was not an issue with privacy.
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Christopher
July 2025
13 ft travel trailer
Incredibly peaceful and tranquil setting. Although the camping area seems close to the house (about twenty feet) it's only the side of the garage so you're totally left alone and able to enjoy the space. There's 30A electricity (might need fifty foot cable to get to your RV from the pole) and a water hose you can hook up to. You have great views up the hill to the horse farm, unbelievable number of fireflies at night, no traffic except one car an hour if that going by the road at the top of the hill, cool breezes, warm sun, only a couple of miles from the interstate (not that you can tell) and nearby towns and stores for anything you might need. There's a small fire pit, more of an old wheel rim, you might have more luck with coals than wood if you want to cook as a single log will only sit on top of the rim until it's burnt enough to fall inside the wheel but it does work.
Excellent communications from the host, lots of good info and they suggested we take a walk along the top of the horse farm to watch the July 4th fireworks, very much appreciated the tip, had a great view of all the fireworks not just from the neighbors but also across all the towns in the valley.
Would definitely recommend staying here!
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Vic
July 2025
25 ft Class C
With pets
we loved our stay at AA stables! there weren’t any animals though, all the farm animals mentioned in the listing must have been somewhere else. the spot to park in was a bit too close to their house for me but overall it was lovely and not a problem. the views were beautiful and the 15 acre property was really fun to explore.
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Stephanie
June 2025
30 ft Class C
The location is beautiful and in/out is easy once you know that you should go down the long driveway to the parking pad. Appreciated the last minute place to stay when our plans changed unexpectedly. Friendly hosts. Would definitely visit again.
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Chris
May 2025
27 ft travel trailer
We loved staying at Kathy and Davids property.
The views were great, area is beautiful and everyone we met were super nice.
We would definitely go back
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Amy
May 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With pets
We had a wonderful stay with Kathy and Dave, the site was super convenient and cozy. The grounds were beautiful and exploring the farm and animals was fun. It is super close to the Appalachian Trail and the Lebanon Rail Trail. We also spent a few hours at the Union Canal Park which has a small loop around the canal and a meadow were we picniced. Great visit. Hope to be back
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Barbara
May 2025
26 ft travel trailer
Enjoyed the family farm. Peaceful, Beautiful and quiet. Having great tasting well water and electricity, just what we needed.
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Brian
April 2025
25 ft Class C
Beautiful location, plenty of room, close to the highway. The 30amp connection was easy to access. Quiet location.
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Will
April 2025
16 ft travel trailer
With pets
Perfect, peaceful spot to spend the night (or longer). Kathy was friendly and made sure to check in to see if we needed anything. Absolutely lovely setting, would definitely stay here again!
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E
April 2025
25 ft Class C
Nice spot to stop. Quiet, friendly owner, 30amps and water spigot (water off during cold season). Plenty of space to walk dog through grass
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