Camping Near Carlisle Car Shows
Your Base Camp for Carlisle Events
35 minutes from Carlisle Fairgrounds
One Site. Every Carlisle Event.
Our April-October season covers all major Carlisle Events. No scrambling for campsite reservations.
Spring Carlisle
The original flea market & car corral - 8,100+ spaces
Import & Kit Nationals
Import, sport compact & kit car show
Ford Nationals
The world's largest all-Ford event
Truck Nationals
Trucks, SUVs, and off-road vehicles
Corvettes at Carlisle
5,000+ Corvettes on display
Fall Carlisle
End-of-season collector car event
Why Carlisle Regulars Choose Seasonal
If you attend 2+ Carlisle Events per year, the math works in your favor.
Nightly Camping Struggle
- ✗Fight for reservations months in advance
- ✗Premium nightly rates during events ($60-100/night)
- ✗Different campground each event
- ✗Pack up everything between shows
- ✗Crowded, noisy temporary sites
4 events x 3 nights x $80 = $960/year just for camping
Pine Ridge Seasonal Site
- Guaranteed site April through October
- $3,500-$4,500 for entire 7-month season
- Same site every event - leave RV set up
- Just drive up and enjoy
- Peaceful mountain setting between events
Unlimited weekends for less than nightly camping
Built for Car Enthusiasts
Many Pine Ridge seasonal campers are serious car collectors. They appreciate a campground that understands their needs: space for trailers, security for their vehicles, and a community that shares their passion.
Large Sites
10'x60' pads fit RV + enclosed trailer or flatbed
24/7 Security
RFID gated access - your vehicles stay safe while you're at the fairgrounds
Fellow Enthusiasts
Meet other car collectors in our seasonal community
Mountain Location
Cool mountain air at 2,050 ft - easier on classic cars than valley heat
What You Get All Season
- Full hookups (20/30/50 amp, water, sewer)
- Fiber WiFi throughout campground
- Swimming pool (Memorial Day - Labor Day)
- Pavilion with events and live music
- Corn Crib Bar for adults
- ATV trail access for off-road fun
- 30 minutes to Gettysburg
Between Carlisle Events
Use your seasonal site all summer long - not just for car shows
Carlisle Camping FAQ
How far is Pine Ridge from the Carlisle Fairgrounds?
Pine Ridge is approximately 35 minutes from the Carlisle Fairgrounds. It's an easy drive via Route 34 through scenic Adams County. Many campers find this distance perfect - close enough for easy access, far enough for peaceful evenings.
Do you offer nightly camping for Carlisle Events?
No, Pine Ridge is 100% seasonal. However, if you attend multiple Carlisle Events each year, a seasonal site makes perfect sense. You'd have a guaranteed spot for Spring Carlisle, Ford Nationals, Corvettes at Carlisle, Fall Carlisle, and every event in between - plus you can use it all summer long.
Is Pine Ridge good for car collectors?
Absolutely! Many of our seasonal campers are car enthusiasts who appreciate having a secure, tree-lined location for their RV and tow vehicle. The 24/7 RFID-gated security gives peace of mind when you're at the fairgrounds all day.
Can I leave my car trailer at my site during Carlisle Events?
Yes! Each 10'x60' site has room for your RV plus a trailer or tow vehicle. Many campers keep their enclosed car trailers on-site during the season.
What do campers do between Carlisle Events?
Pine Ridge is surrounded by activities. Gettysburg is 30 minutes away, we have ATV trail access to Michaux State Forest, there are wineries 15 minutes away, and the Appalachian Trail passes right by. Many campers spend more time at camp than at the car shows!
Ready for a Better Carlisle Experience?
Stop scrambling for nightly sites. Get your seasonal spot for 2027 and enjoy every Carlisle Event - plus 7 months of mountain camping.