State Parks Near Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
27 state park units lie within 50 miles of Chambersburg, including 12 parks across the line in Maryland and West Virginia and Virginia. The closest is Mont Alto State Park, about 9 mi southeast of town. 8 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Mont Alto State Park9 mi southeast
- Within 25 miles
- 8of 27 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 198 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 20pets allowed
State parks near Chambersburg, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Chambersburg; driving distance is usually longer.
Mont Alto State Park
Popular activities here are snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, and fishing.
Hours, fees and rules for Mont Alto State Park →Caledonia State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, golf, winter sports, hunting in season, and swimming. The official site lists about 10 miles of trails. Water access includes a swimming pool and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Caledonia State Park →Cowans Gap State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. The official site lists about 13 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Cowans Gap State Park →Buchanan's Birthplace State Park
Visitors come for fishing and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Buchanan's Birthplace State Park →Pine Grove Furnace State Park
Things to do include snorkeling and diving, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, winter sports, and hunting in season. Its trail network totals roughly 4 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Pine Grove Furnace State Park →Big Spring State Park
The park supports snowmobiling, winter sports, hunting in season, hiking, and picnicking. The official site lists about 1.0 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Big Spring State Park →Kings Gap Environmental Education Center
Visitors come for hunting in season, hiking, and picnicking. The official site lists about 25 miles of trails. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Kings Gap Environmental Education Center →Fowlers Hollow State Park
The park supports snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, horseback riding, and winter sports. Camping is available: 12 campsites, including RV sites with electric hookups and tent sites. The park says there are no showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Fowlers Hollow State Park →Cunningham Falls State Park
Cunningham Falls State Park is a park in Frederick County, about 3 miles southwest of Thurmont.
Hours, fees and rules for Cunningham Falls State Park →South Mountain State Park
Covering about 9,076 acres, South Mountain State Park lies in Washington County, about 9 miles northwest of Middletown.
Hours, fees and rules for South Mountain State Park →Colonel Denning State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Colonel Denning State Park →Greenbrier State Park
Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Greenbrier State Park →Fort Frederick State Park
Fort Frederick State Park is a park about 11 miles north of Martinsburg.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Frederick State Park →Washington Monument State Park
Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Washington Monument State Park →Gambrill State Park
The official site lists about 16 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Gambrill State Park →South Mountain Battlefield
In Frederick County, about 5 miles west of Middletown, South Mountain Battlefield covers about 161 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for South Mountain Battlefield →Western Maryland Rail Trail
Covering about 3 acres, Western Maryland Rail Trail lies in Washington County, about 4 miles southwest of Hancock.
Hours, fees and rules for Western Maryland Rail Trail →Warriors Path State Park
Popular activities here are cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Its trail network totals roughly 3 miles, according to the park. Water access includes a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Warriors Path State Park →Trough Creek State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, winter sports, hunting in season, and canoeing and kayaking. The official site lists about 12 miles of trails. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Trough Creek State Park →Gathland State Park
Gathland State Park is a 4-acre park about 6 miles north of Brunswick.
Hours, fees and rules for Gathland State Park →Berkeley Springs State Park
The park supports historic sites and swimming. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Berkeley Springs State Park →Codorus State Park
Things to do include snorkeling and diving, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Its trail network totals roughly 19 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Codorus State Park →Gifford Pinchot State Park
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, cross-country skiing, golf, horseback riding, and winter sports. Its trail network totals roughly 18 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Gifford Pinchot State Park →Sweet Run State Park
The park supports horseback riding, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Sweet Run State Park →Little Buffalo State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, and swimming. The official site lists about 8 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Little Buffalo State Park →Cacapon Resort State Park
Popular activities here are golf, horseback riding, historic sites, hunting in season, and swimming. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites. There are also cabins and lodge rooms for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Cacapon Resort State Park →Greenwood Furnace State Park
Things to do include snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, and canoeing and kayaking. On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Greenwood Furnace State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Chambersburg
- Caledonia State Park 10 mi east · 35 campsites
- Cowans Gap State Park 15 mi west · 201 campsites
- Pine Grove Furnace State Park 20 mi east · Campground listed
- Kings Gap Environmental Education Center 23 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Fowlers Hollow State Park 24 mi north · 12 campsites
+ 14 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Chambersburg
- Caledonia State Park 10 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Cowans Gap State Park 15 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Pine Grove Furnace State Park 20 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Trough Creek State Park 36 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Codorus State Park 40 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 3 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Chambersburg
- Caledonia State Park 10 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Cowans Gap State Park 15 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Pine Grove Furnace State Park 20 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Fowlers Hollow State Park 24 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Cunningham Falls State Park 25 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 15 more in the list above
Swimming near Chambersburg
- Caledonia State Park 10 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Cowans Gap State Park 15 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Pine Grove Furnace State Park 20 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Colonel Denning State Park 27 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Berkeley Springs State Park 37 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 5 more in the list above
Hiking near Chambersburg
- Mont Alto State Park 9 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Caledonia State Park 10 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Cowans Gap State Park 15 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Pine Grove Furnace State Park 20 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Big Spring State Park 23 mi north · Hiking trails listed
+ 11 more in the list above
Fishing near Chambersburg
- Mont Alto State Park 9 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Caledonia State Park 10 mi east · Fishing listed
- Cowans Gap State Park 15 mi west · Fishing listed
- Buchanan's Birthplace State Park 16 mi west · Fishing listed
- Pine Grove Furnace State Park 20 mi east · Fishing listed
+ 9 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Chambersburg
What is the closest state park to Chambersburg?
Mont Alto State Park is the closest, about 9 miles southeast of Chambersburg in a straight line. Next are Caledonia State Park and Cowans Gap State Park.
How many state parks are near Chambersburg?
27 state park units are within 50 miles, and 8 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Chambersburg have camping?
19 parks list camping, the nearest being Caledonia State Park, Cowans Gap State Park and Pine Grove Furnace State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Chambersburg?
Yes, at 20 parks, including Caledonia State Park, Cowans Gap State Park and Pine Grove Furnace State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Chambersburg?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Hagerstown, MD20 mi south
- Near Carlisle, PA30 mi northeast
- Near Hanover, PA37 mi east
- Near Frederick, MD37 mi south
- Near Martinsburg, WV37 mi southwest
- Near Westminster, MD42 mi southeast
- Near Harrisburg, PA47 mi northeast
- Near York, PA49 mi east
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.