Mountain Creek Campground

Between Gettysburg and the state capital Harrisburg, there is an abundance of historical places and incredible museums within driving distance when you camp at Mountain Creek Campground. The RV park itself is located in Gardners, where the Appalachian Trail Museum pays homage to the legendary hiking trail, which spans from Maine all the way down to Georgia through the Appalachian Mountains. The museum marks the midpoint of the long-distance trail, offering lots of insight into its creation, maintenance, and history. Over in the state capital, the Pennsylvania Capitol Building impresses with its spectacular Italian-Renaissance style architecture, ornate ceiling murals, and breathtaking golden dome. President Theodore Roosevelt famously referred to the building as the “handsomest building" he ever saw. Learn about the state history there or at the State Museum of Pennsylvania, where two million objects are on display. From Civil War weapons and uniforms to wooly mammoth skeletons, there is no end to the things you can learn by touring this state-run institution. Continue your explorations of the area's history with a visit to The National Civil War Museum, also found in Harrisburg. History lovers can continue their quest for knowledge and observe lifelike depictions of the war, military camps, prisons, and other battle sites. Weapons and uniforms from both the Confederate and Union sides are displayed in the different exhibits throughout the large brick building. Book an RV rental in Adams County, settle into a campsite at Mountain Creek Campground, and you'll be in a position to immerse yourself in all that this scenic and historical region has to offer.