Category: Outdoor Recreation & Wellness

All Hands-On Fun

As seen in the 2026 Destination Gettysburg Getaway Guide

History here isn’t just something you read on a plaque. It’s something you climb, touch, taste, explore, and play. Gettysburg and Adams County are packed with hands-on experiences that invite kids (and curious grown-ups) to step into the story, get a little messy, and make memories along the way. From orchards and museums to nature trails and living history, these adventures turn learning into action and curiosity into discovery.

Hands-On History & Museums

Interactive experiences where kids can step directly into the past.

Sit in the seat of a real WWII vehicle ... Read This Story

Tee Off in Gettysburg: A Golfer’s Guide to the Region’s Best Courses

By Austin Poulson

Gettysburg offers a range of scenic and well-designed golf courses, making it a top destination in Pennsylvania for both casual players and dedicated golf getaways.

Gettysburg is known for its pivotal role in American history, but it’s also home to an exceptional golf scene that draws players from across the country. Pristine countryside, rolling mountain views, and well-designed courses make Gettysburg and the surrounding area an ideal spot for golfers of all skill levels.

Carroll Valley Golf Course at Liberty Mountain

Set in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Carroll Valley Golf Course offers a picturesque ... Read This Story

Blossom Belt Beauty

As seen in the 2026 Destination Gettysburg Getaway Guide

Immerse Yourself in the Adams County Blossom Belt: A Scenic Spring Drive Through Orchard Country

Each spring, the Adams County Blossom Belt transforms the rolling countryside into a ribbon of pink and white blooms. Beginning near Fairfield and Cashtown in or around early April, then spreading to the orchards of Biglerville, Aspers, and Gardners, this scenic route celebrates the region’s apple-growing heritage at its most beautiful. Visitors are invited to drive, bike, and immerse themselves in flowering trees, farm markets, and the fleeting magic of blossom season. Lasting only a few ... Read This Story

Adventure to Gettysburg’s Nearby State Parks

Minutes from historic Gettysburg, thousands of acres of state park and forest land are waiting to be explored. Six state parks and Michaux State Forest are located less than 40 minutes from the Civil War town. Whether you go hiking under a canopy of leaves, paddling on a serene lake, or chasing waterfalls in the woods, you’re sure to find adventure in the great outdoors near Gettysburg.

Caledonia State Park

Just a short drive from Downtown Gettysburg, travelers will find a park steeped in Civil War history. Caledonia State Park was the site of abolitionist Thaddeus Steven’s ironworks. During the ... Read This Story

Camping in Gettysburg and Adams County, PA

by: Ross Spangler

For many travelers, a visit to Gettysburg is an opportunity to get up-close and personal with the great outdoors – the smell of crackling fires, sights of glowing lightning bugs, sounds of birds chirping in the morning and the sweet taste of s’mores before heading off to bed.

Campgrounds in Gettysburg give travelers a place to unwind after touring the battlefield, a place to refresh and cool off with cold treats and swimming pools or take in the beautiful countryside that surrounds the historic town.

Whether you prefer tent camping or staying in the comfort of ... Read This Story

Battlefield Vantage Points

The Gettysburg Battlefield spans nearly 6,000 acres. From monuments and wayside markers to distinctive boulders and undulating ridges, there is a lot to see and learn while exploring the battlefield.

Countless locations on the battlefield provide vantage points that not only offer valuable insight into the military positions of both the Union and Confederate armies, but also showcase incredible vistas of this historic and hallowed land.

Join us as we discover some of the best vantage points on the Gettysburg Battlefield.

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Outdoors for All Seasons

Outdoors for All Seasons

It’s always the perfect time of year to explore Gettysburg

Gettysburg is best known for its historic Civil War battle, but ... Read This Story

A Girls Weekend Away

A Girls Weekend Away

In this chaotic, crazy world, sometimes a getaway with your closest girlfriends is just what the doctor ordered. With unique experiences, ... Read This Story