Elizabethtown / Hershey KOA

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Elizabethtown / Hershey KOA

1980 Turnpike Road
Elizabethtown,  PA 17022
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Elizabethtown / Hershey KOA

1980 Turnpike Road
Elizabethtown,  PA 17022
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Open April 13 - November 3

Come stay with us in the heart of Central Pennsylvania's many attractions!

See Our New Lodge and Cabin Videos on Our Youtube Channel! One of central Pennsylvania’s favorite family campgrounds, the Elizabethtown/ Hershey KOA, is in the heart of Central Pennsylvania’s many attractions. Minutes from HersheyPark and Amish Country, you can enjoy hours of fun, laughter, shopping, eating, wandering and relaxing. For a day trip, visit our Country’s history at Gettysburg, cross the Delaware at Valley Forge, visit the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg or see the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia. For the modern history buff, visit the Harley-Davidson Plant and museum in nearby York, or treat yourself to a Chocolate experience at the Sweetest Place on Earth- Chocolate World and see their Zoo America, or plan your day around a Hershey Park escape!

Come back to the comfort of your campsite and relax, in a safe, family oriented environment. Enjoy a round of mini golf, take a refreshing plunge in our sparkling pool or join the kids at our fishing pond.

KOA Camping Cabins to RV Lodges. Campsites for tents to the Big R igs. Groups and family reunions welcome. Campfires, marshmallows, hotdogs and plain ol’ good fun await you in a great country atmosphere. Family fun …. Naturally! The Schmidt’s welcome you to Central Pennsylvania- Elizabethtown/ Hershey KOA.

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2012 Seasonal Campsites Available/ONLINE Reservations Now Available We offer a small number of seasonal campsites. We have a couple of premium sites open. These sites are full hookup, cable,wifi. Electric is metered. Call or email for an appointment to see these great sites!! Reservations can now be made ONLINE for the 2012 camping season.

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Campground Amenities

  • 50 Max Amp
  • 100' Max Length
  • Wi-Fi
  • Cable TV
  • Pool (Open May 25 to Sep 3)
  • Snack Bar ($)
  • Propane ($)
  • Fishing
  • Mini Golf ($)
  • Firewood ($)
  • Outdoor dishwashing stations
  • Dumpstation
  • Coin Laundry Open 24 hours
  • Summer Planned Activities include: Movies, crafts, Wagonrides,
  • Each campsite has a Picnic Table and Fire Ring
  • Campstore with Snacks and RV Needs
  • Pet walking areas
  • Ice cream socials, Breakfasts, and more...
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Campground Activities

Golfing Enjoy an exciting round of minigolf at the campground or head off to one of the many golf courses within a short drive.
Par Line GC-717-367-7794
Par Line Golf Course Website
Evegreen GC 717-898-7811
Evergreen Golf Course Website

Hiking/Bicycling Hikers can indulge themselves along the Appalachian Tail or take it easy along any one of several rail-trails, game land trails and river trails.
Conewago Rail Trail
Conewago Trail Website
Chickies Rock Park
Chickies Rock Park Website
Northwest River Trail
Northwest River Trail Website

Fishing Our stocked catch and release fishing pond is for fun for kids and adults - no license needed. Bait can be purchased in our store.
A public boat launch is nearby, along the Susquehanna River. Trout streams and lakes dot the area. Good Luck Fishing!
Pa Fishing License Info:
PA Fishing License Website
Find fishing locations and reports here:
Pa Fishing

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Local Attractions

Hershey, Pennsylvania One of the region's best known family-fun destinations and world-class amusement park, HersheyPark and Hershey's Chocolate World are only 20 minutes away! Visit Hershey online for complete information on this attraction.

Pennsylvania Dutch/Amish Country Quaint shops amidst beautiful countryside feature handmade furniture and crafts, bakery goods, meats and cheeses, world renowned quilts and more. A trip back in time to a simpler life. (30 minutes away). Visit Pennsylvania Dutch Country online for more information.

Dutch Wonderland Top notch family amusement park geared towards the littler ones. (30 minutes away). Visit the Dutch Wonderland online for more information.

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Upcoming Events

2012 Event Schedule

Planned 2012 Campground Event weekends
April 13-15
Visit Hershey Park for their Springtime in the Park!
May 11-13
Mother's Day Weekend Kids craft time. Don't make Mom cook- try our Special breakfast- Mom's eat 1/2 price. Free game of mini golf for moms. Take Mom to the Elizabethtown "Arts in the Park" event.
May 19th
Celebrate Armed Forces Day Harrisburg's City Island has a day long event with free activities for the whole family. Start the day with our Great American Pancake Breakfast! www.harrisburgevents.com.
May 25th-27th >3 night minimum
Memorial Weekend Great area wide events. At our camp- Enjoy our ice cream social ($) and a family movie night. The Polar Bear Plunge opens our pool for the season. Bring your picnic basket while at the Fishing Derby. Put together your own Pine Derby cars ($) and race it on Sunday.
June 15-17
Dandy Dad's Weekend A great way to honor your Dad with a camp out Weekend! Bring a white t-shirt to tie-dye for him, Fishing rodeo and good old fashioned rootbeer floats are planned. Take him to play a round of horseshoes or just let him relax by the fire.
June 29-July 8
America's Birthday Week Show your patriotism- decorate your site in red, white & blue. A grand ol' prize awarded to the best. Area wide firework displays, join in at Harrisburg's "American Music Fest" at City Island- with food, children's rides, games, music-music-music. www.harrisburgevents.com Or Hershey's Orchestra followed by their own firework show! Enjoy our many traditional summer camp activities.
July 20-22
Pirates Adventure Weekend Yo-Ho-Ho Treasure scavenger hunt, kids color a pirate bandana or make a craft, Pirate Fest Pancake breakfast, Bring your water pistols for Saturday's water gun battle. Arrgh...a swashbuckling good time!
Aug 10-12
All Arts & Crafts Weekend Great nearby Mt Gretna Outdoor Art Show- crafters & Artists both display their works! www.mtgretnaarts.com at the camp- kids try your hand at our own craft time.
Aug 31-Sep 3
Labor Day Weekend! >3 night minimum Kick off the Labor Day weekend with your family Kamping! Hershey Park is a great time for all! Enjoy our many kamp activities. Join us at our great "Eat for the Care Camp kids"- BBQ event. Flashlight lollipop hunt for kids.
Oct 10-13
AACA Classic Car Show Hersheys annual AACA classic car meet (3nt min), Book your site early, sites go fast!
September-October
The Life of Leisure Time to wind down & enjoy plain old fashioned camping- a game of hoops or volleyball by day, relax around the campfire as dusk falls. Watch the leaves change (usually around the first week in Oct.) in the Autumn sun. Visit may fall festivals or farmers markets in the area, travel the Amish area in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country or other cultural historical sites- then enjoy a peaceful night's rest. Ahh- those memories!

Planned 2012 All Campground Summer Events

Make your reservation online early for our busy summer season. There are all kinds of activities going on during this time that you won't want to miss out on! Usual summertime (June-Aug)activities can include: yummy breakfasts on weekends, games, movies, ice cream events, hay rides, water wars, treasure hunts, fishing derbies, bon fires, craft projects, tie dying, and more...

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