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Reservation Information
Checkin Time3:00 PM
Checkout Time3:00 PM
Site Reserve TypeSite-Specific
Type of UseOvernight
Occupants/Vehicles
Minimum Number of People1
Maximum Number of People5
Maximum Vehicle Length40
Equipment Length40
Site/Room Information
Site AccessDrive-In
Pets AllowedDomestic
Electricity Hookup30
ShadePartial
Site Length44
Site Width18
Site Height/Overhead Clearance20
WaterfrontLess than 300 feet
Accomodates AwningY
Picnic TableY
Num of Picnic Tables1
Length of shortest side of spur to the wheelstop44
Driveway/Parking/Accommodation
Driveway EntryBack-In
Driveway SurfaceGravel
Driveway Length44
Accommodates Right Passenger Side Slide OutY
Parking-Second Car (Additional Fee)Yes if it fits
Restroom/Laundry/Cleaning/Cooking
Toilet TypeFlush Toilet
ShowersY
Fire RingFire Ring w/Grill
Distance to Amenities
Distance to PlaygroundGreater than 300 feet
Distance to Drinking WaterLess than 300 feet
Distance to Dump StationGreater than 300 feet
Distance to RestroomsGreater than 300 feet
Distance to ShowerGreater than 300 feet
Distance to Swim AreaGreater than 300 feet
Distance to Lake/StreamGreater than 300 feet
Search Category
Looking For CategoryTrailer Site
Additional Information
Facility Latitude /GPS40.280045
Facility Longitude / GPS-77.417418
GIS Details Latitude40.280045
GIS Details Longitude-77.417418
Historic Other FeesY
PA Friday RateY
PA Holiday RateY
PA Saturday RateY
PA Showers RateY
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Firewood Alert: Bringing firewood into Pennsylvania is prohibited and could result in a citation. To help protect the forest from invasive insects that can kill trees and devastate the ecosystem, please do not transport firewood over long distances. Firewood can harbor insects such as emerald ash borer. The use of local firewood is strongly recommended. All firewood must be burned prior to your departure.
The spotted lanternfly has invaded our area. This invasive insect could cause serious harm to Pennsylvania's resources, businesses, and economy. LOOK BEFORE YOU LEAVE! Help us stop the spread of these unwelcome hitchhikers. Inspect your vehicle, camper, tent, gear, etc. before you leave the park and destroy any lanternflies you find. For more information, visit the Penn State Extension's Spotted Lanternfly website at https://extension.psu.edu/.This is now a Pet Friendly site.
Pets are only permitted on sites 1-12 and are not permitted on the swimming beach. Pets must be on a 6ft leash or in a cage. They must display a license if required in home state and have a current rabies vaccination. The pet must be under control at all times and may not be left unattended. No more than two non-caged pets per site
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An environmental interpreter offers walks and programs, campfires, and environmental education activities and during the summer season.
Nearest camp store outside the campground 8 miles; Nearest laundromat outside of campground 8 miles
Campers with no Reservations should stop by park office. When closed, check posting for available sites & pick up honor envelope located at office. Choose open site, complete envelope and deposit in slot at office.
Tuscarora State Forest: Over 30,000 acres of state forest lands are adjacent to, and northwest of the park. These lands are open to the public. There are many scenic and historical features throughout these areas. 717-536-3191.
The 3.5-acre Doubling Gap Lake has trout fishing. Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission limits, seasons and regulations apply.
Please be aware that bringing firewood into PA is prohibited. Moving firewood into parks spreads insects and diseases. Walnut materials are prohibited from being transported from Bucks, Montgomery, Philadelphia, Chester, and Delaware counties. The use of local firewood is strongly recommended. All firewood must be burned prior to your departure. Firewood and Ice are available for sale at the Campground Host site located on site #12. Sales proceeds go back to the park to fund improvement projects.
Specific site reservations will be made but the PARK RESERVES THE RIGHT to make changes, such as reassignment of site if necessary. CANCELLATION FEES will be assessed on all reservations
Campers with reservations are to proceed directly to their site.
All refuse and recycling must be placed in designated dumpsters and bins only.
Alcoholic beverages are not permitted in the State Park.
In an emergency, contact a park employee or dial 911. For directions to the nearest hospital, look on bulletin boards or at the park office.
If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks: 888-PA-PARKS; 888-357-7294 (TTY); 711 (AT&T Relay Services).
Carlisle, Harrisburg, Gettysburg, York, and Chambersburg are all within a one-hour drive of the park and accessible over major roadways. For more information on nearby attractions, contact Pennsylvania's Capital Region Vacation Bureau, 800-995-0969, www.pacapitalregions.com
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