Seasonal camping near Hanover at Pine Ridge Campground

30 minutes from Hanover

Seasonal Camping Near Hanover PA

Your mountain escape is just 30 minutes from home. Leave after work and arrive before dinner.
30 minutes
from Hanover
25 miles
drive distance
2,050 ft Elevation
10-15° cooler
April - October
full season

If you live in Hanover, you already know the charm of Adams County. The snack food heritage, the small-town feel, the rolling farmland. But when summer weekends arrive, you want something more - a place to escape, to breathe mountain air, to let the kids run free.

Pine Ridge Campground is just 30 minutes from your front door, tucked away at 2,050 feet elevation in Michaux State Forest. It's close enough to pop home when you need to, but far enough to feel like a genuine escape. Your RV stays set up all season, so Friday after work means driving straight to relaxation - no packing, no setup, just arrival.

Many of our seasonal campers come from Hanover and the surrounding Adams County towns. They've discovered what makes seasonal camping special: the community that forms when the same families return weekend after weekend, the friendships that develop around campfires, the traditions that build over years. This isn't a tourist campground. It's a seasonal home in the mountains.

Why Hanover Residents Choose Pine Ridge

The escape you've been looking for

Common Frustrations at Home

  • Limited camping options in Adams County
  • Looking for a close weekend getaway spot
  • Want to build lasting camping friendships
  • Need an escape from the daily routine
  • Want outdoor activities for the whole family

The Pine Ridge Solution

  • Just 30 minutes from your front door
  • Your RV stays set up all season - no packing
  • Mountain elevation at 2,050 feet for cool evenings
  • Pool, pavilion, and community events included
  • ATV trails and hiking just minutes away

What Makes Pine Ridge Special

More than a campground - a seasonal community

100% seasonal - no strangers, just neighbors
Michaux State Forest at your doorstep
Fiber WiFi throughout the campground
Weekly potlucks and holiday celebrations

What Hanover Campers Say

Living in Hanover, we wanted something close but still felt like an escape. Pine Ridge is perfect - 30 minutes and we're in the mountains with our camping family.

The Kowalski Family

Hanover, PA

We can leave work on Friday, be at camp by 6, and have the whole weekend ahead of us. The kids have made summer-long friends. It's become our family tradition.

Mike & Jessica R.

Hanover, PA

Questions from Hanover Residents

How far is Pine Ridge from Hanover PA?

Pine Ridge Campground is just 30 minutes (about 25 miles) from Hanover via Route 94 and Route 34. It's an easy drive through scenic Adams County farmland before climbing into the mountains.

Can I come up after work on weekdays?

Absolutely! Many of our Hanover campers do exactly that. Leave work at 5, arrive by 5:30, and enjoy a weeknight dinner at camp. Your site is always ready since your RV stays set up all season.

What activities are near Pine Ridge for families?

Families love our pool and playground, plus Michaux State Forest offers hiking trails (including the Appalachian Trail), ATV trails just 5 minutes away, fishing at local reservoirs, and Gettysburg is only 20 minutes for history days.

Is Pine Ridge seasonal only?

Yes, Pine Ridge is 100% seasonal camping (April-October). This means you're surrounded by neighbors who become friends over the season, not strangers who leave tomorrow. It creates a genuine community atmosphere.

Ready for Your Mountain Escape?

Join our 100% seasonal community in Michaux State Forest. Just 30 minutes from Hanover, your peaceful mountain retreat awaits.