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Outdoor Recreation & Wellness

If Gettysburg weren’t famous for the battlefield, it would instead be famous for the gorgeous outdoors. With so much natural beauty surrounding the town, it’s no surprise that scenic hiking trails, fantastic golf courses, family-friendly farms and many more outdoor recreation activities dot the landscape.

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Gettysburg Rec Park

The Rec Park offers two playgrounds, two basketball courts, a skate park, and bicycle pump track. In addition, the park provides The Biser Fitness Trail and Walking Path which is a mile long paved trail and offers a 10 workout stations along the way. 

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545 Long Lane
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Quail Valley Golf Course

Since opening in 1993, a favorite choice for local & visiting golfers offering an outstanding challenge with two distinctly different nines.

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900 Teeter Road
Littlestown, PA 17340

Penn National Golf Course Community

Penn National Golf Course Community is a 1,400 acre planned recreational community nestled at the foothills of South Mountain. Quilting retreats are held at Penn National November through March.

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3720 Club House Drive
Fayetteville, PA 17222

YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County

Offering an award-winning fitness center, gymnasium, indoor pool, whirlpool and seasonal outdoor pool. Don't let your vacation stop your recreation and fitness schedule!

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909 Fairfield Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Caledonia State Park

Head to Caledonia State Park for a day of hiking, swimming, fishing, picnicking and more in the great outdoors.

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101 Pine Grove Road
Fayetteville, PA 17222

Gettysburg National Military Park

Experience ranger programs & walks, campfire programs, living history & events that assist in preserving & interpreting the Gettysburg Battle.

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1195 Baltimore Pike, Suite 100
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Pine Grove Furnace State Park

Visitors enjoy recreational activities for every season at Pine Grove Furnace State Park. Get active with hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, cross-country skiing ice skating and much more.

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1100 Pine Grove Road
Gardners, PA 17324

Gifford Pinchot State Park

Take a day trip to Gifford Pinchot State Park 30 miles northeast of Gettysburg and plan a day of outdoor fun with activities like hiking, horseback riding, swimming, disc golfing, ice skating and more.

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2200 Rosstown Road
Lewisberry, PA 17339

Silvershire Farm Horse Carriage and Wagon Rides

Come enjoy a leisurely carriage ride through the rolling hills, countryside landscapes and orchards of Adams County. Experience the beauty of the blossoms in spring, the fruit and crops growing ready for harvest and the spectacular red, yellow and amber colors of fall. Just 15 minutes from downtown Gettysburg.

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210 Clearview Rd
Aspers, PA 17304

RISE Yoga Gettysburg

RISE Yoga Gettysburg believes in the power of yoga for every body, every mind and every season of life, offering a variety of group yoga classes in its studio space and seasonal outdoor programs throughout the community.

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Phoenix Wellness Center, 2311 Fairfield Road, Suite A
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Healthy Adams Bicycle/Pedestrian Inc

Bicycling around Gettysburg is a great way to see the sites, enjoy our community and stay healthy. Healthy Adams Bicycle/Pedestrian presents a variety of ride options in town, on the battlefield and throughout scenic Adams County. Download a variety of cue sheets for your next Gettysburg bike ride.

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c/o Dennis Hickethier, 85 Bittern Drive
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Michaux State Forest

Immerse yourself in the great outdoors with hiking, mountain biking, picnicking, fishing, ATV riding and much more at the beautiful 85,500 acre Michaux State Forest.

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10099 Lincoln Way
Fayetteville, PA 17222

Kings Gap Environmental Education Center

Located in the forests of South Mountain, Kings Gap Environmental Education Center offers outdoor recreation, overnight lodging at the impressive Cameron-Masland Mansion and a variety of environmental education and interpretive programs.

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500 Kings Gap Road
Carlisle, PA 17015

Horse Tours of Gettysburg

Visit Gettysburg. Learn some history. Bring home memories! We offer horseback rides on the Gettysburg Battlefield and battlefield and town horse-drawn carriage tours. Tour the Gettysburg Battlefield with Licensed Battlefield Guides on walking tours or private car tours- same day availability!

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Carriages: 2190 Emmitsburg Rd, Horseback: Youth Camp Entrance, McMillan Woods
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Lincoln Links – Coming in 2025!

COMING IN 2025! A new miniature golf course will provide visitors with endless entertainment and some spirited competition among friends and family.

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533 Steinwehr Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Mont Alto State Park

Head to the oldest park in the Pennsylvania state park system for quiet solitude spent in nature as well as fun recreational activities like snowmobiling and fishing.

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101 Pine Grove Road
Fayetteville, PA 17222

Gettysburg Day Spa, LLC

Gettysburg Day Spa is a full-service salon and spa offering touch, rest, relief from stress and improvement of health and well being. We are located at historic Willoughby Run, in the former Gettysburg Country Club. Relax in historic comfort.

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730 Chambersburg Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325

GettyPeds

Tour Historic Gettysburg in style with GettyPeds' signature scoot couples or eco-friendly electric bikes.

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71 Buford Ave
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Codorus State Park

Winter, spring, summer, fall - you'll find something to do in every season at the 3,500-acre Codorus State Park. Located just a short drive from Gettysburg, we're the perfect addition to your family vacation.

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2600 Smith Station Road
Hanover, PA 17331

Granite Hill Adventure Golf

Experience an unusual waterfall & cascading streams from atop Stone Mountain with Adventure Golf. A whole new element of excitement & fun for all ages

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3340 Fairfield Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325

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