Your Neighborhood Mountain Retreat
Seasonal RV camping just 20 minutes from Shippensburg
Shippensburg residents have a camping advantage most people don't realize: Pine Ridge Campground is just 20 minutes away. That's closer than your commute to work for most people, yet it puts you at 2,050 feet in Michaux State Forest - a completely different world from the Cumberland Valley.
This proximity changes everything about seasonal camping. Forgot something? Run home in 20 minutes. Want to come up for just an evening after work? Easy. Want to spend every weekend at your mountain site? Your seasonal lease means it's always ready.
Pine Ridge is the closest mountain campground to Shippensburg, and it shows in our membership. Shippensburg is one of our top three member communities - residents here have figured out the value of having a mountain retreat right in their backyard.
At 2,050 feet elevation in Michaux State Forest, Pine Ridge offers cool mountain camping that's only minutes from your front door. When Shippensburg hits 90 degrees in July, Pine Ridge is 10-15 degrees cooler with mountain breezes filtering through the forest.
Why Not Camp in Shippensburg?
The Cumberland Valley around Shippensburg doesn't have mountain camping options. The RV parks in the area are flat, hot stops along I-81 built for travelers, not seasonal campers looking for a retreat.
To find real elevation and forest camping from Shippensburg, you'd typically drive 45+ minutes. Pine Ridge cuts that to 20 minutes by being located right where the valley meets the mountains south of town.
There's simply nothing comparable this close to Shippensburg. The mountain setting, the amenities, the seasonal community - it's all within a quick drive that barely feels like leaving town.
Why Shippensburg Residents Choose Pine Ridge
Just 20 minutes from Shippensburg - close enough for weekend escapes, far enough to feel like a real getaway.
Just 20 minutes from Shippensburg - the closest mountain campground period
Close enough for after-work evening visits to your seasonal site
2,050 ft elevation provides cool relief from valley summer heat
Direct access to 90+ miles of ATV trails in Michaux State Forest
One of our top three member communities - your neighbors may already be here
Pool, fiber WiFi, and community events all season long
Forgot something? Run home and back in under an hour
Getting Here from Shippensburg
15 miles
20 minutes drive
Head south from Shippensburg on Route 233 into the mountains. One of the quickest drives to a mountain campground you'll find anywhere.
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Shippensburg Area Campgrounds vs. Pine Ridge
| Feature | Campgrounds Near Shippensburg | Pine Ridge |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | Mountain camping typically 45+ minutes away | Only 20 minutes from Shippensburg |
| Elevation | Valley parks at same elevation as home | 2,050 ft means noticeably cooler temperatures |
| Convenience | Must plan trips carefully at distant campgrounds | Close enough for spontaneous evening visits |
| Trail Access | Must trailer ATVs to distant trails | 90+ miles of trails from your campsite |
Day Trips from Pine Ridge
Your seasonal site at Pine Ridge puts you at the center of amazing attractions - many closer than from Shippensburg!
ATV Trail Day
Full Day
Ride 90+ miles of Michaux State Forest trails right from your campsite. Multiple loop options for all skill levels.
Gettysburg History Tour
Full Day
The battlefield is just 30 minutes from Pine Ridge. Explore the museum, auto tour, and historic downtown.
State Park Exploration
Half Day
Multiple state parks are within 30 minutes of Pine Ridge. Hike, swim, and explore different settings.
Explore Nearby Attractions
These attractions are all easy day trips from Pine Ridge
Michaux State Forest ATV Trails
40+ miles of designated ATV trails through pristine Pennsylvania forest.
Caledonia State Park
Swimming pool, hiking trails, fishing, and historic sites in a beautiful mountain setting.
Gettysburg National Military Park
Walk the hallowed ground of America's most famous Civil War battle.
Pine Grove Furnace State Park
Two pristine lakes, Appalachian Trail midpoint, and historic iron furnaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
How close is Pine Ridge to Shippensburg?
Pine Ridge is just 20 minutes (15 miles) south of Shippensburg. Take Route 233 south into the mountains - it's one of the quickest drives to a mountain campground you'll find anywhere in PA.
Can I come up to Pine Ridge after work from Shippensburg?
Absolutely! At just 20 minutes away, many Shippensburg campers come up for weeknight evenings. Leave work at 5, be at your campsite by 5:30. With a seasonal site, everything is set up and waiting.
How many Shippensburg residents camp at Pine Ridge?
Shippensburg is one of our top three member communities! Many Shippensburg families have discovered the value of having a mountain retreat just 20 minutes from home. You'll likely know some of your campground neighbors.
What makes Pine Ridge better than closer RV parks?
The RV parks near Shippensburg are flat highway stops. Pine Ridge is at 2,050 feet in Michaux State Forest with mountain breezes, forest setting, ATV trails, pool, and a seasonal community. It's only 20 minutes - barely farther than those highway parks.
What Shippensburg Area Campers Say
“Twenty minutes. That's all it takes to go from our house in Shippensburg to our mountain campsite. We're up there 3-4 nights a week in the summer.”
The Walsh Family
Shippensburg
Ready to Escape Shippensburg?
Join the Shippensburg-area families who have discovered Pine Ridge as their mountain escape. Just 20 minutes to cool mountain camping, pool, and community.