Things to Do Outdoors in Gettysburg, PA: Parks, Golf, Tours

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.

717-352-2211

10099 Lincoln Way
Fayetteville, PA 17222

Gettysburg National Military Park

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

1195 Baltimore Pike, Suite 100
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Hickory Hollow Horse Tours

Tour the historic Gettysburg Battlefield on horseback - hourly trail rides and narrated tours along the scenic trails of the Gettysburg National Park. No better way to see the Battlefield than on the back of an amazing horse!

717-253-6300

Tours begin at McMillan Woods Youth Campground, West Confederate Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325

GettyPeds

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

717-398-2600

71 Buford Ave
Gettysburg, PA 17325

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

1-800-642-TENT

3340 Fairfield Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Cunningham Falls State Park

Less than 25 miles southwest of Gettysburg in the Catoctin Mountains you'll find this peaceful oasis with lakes, waterfalls, hiking and more outdoor activities. Give us a visit on your next trip to Gettysburg!

301-271-7574

14039 Catoctin Hollow Road
Thurmont, MD 21788

WellSpan Urgent Care

High quality health care services for the people who live, work, travel through and vacation in Adams County, PA & northern MD.

(717) 339-2875

455 S. Washington St. , Suite 12
Gettysburg, PA 17325

National Riding Stables

Ride into history on a memorable and enjoyable tour of the Gettysburg Battlefield on our gentle and well-trained horses.

717-334-5100

610 Taneytown Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325

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.

717-352-3046

3720 Club House Drive
Fayetteville, PA 17222

Quail Valley Golf Course

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

717-359-8453

900 Teeter Road
Littlestown, PA 17340

Healthy Routes of Adams County

Just because you are on vacation doesn't mean you stop being healthy. Pick up your copy of this booklet and select from half-mile to four-mile scenic healthy walks.

717-337-4137

1560 Fairfield Road, Available through Destination Gettysburg
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Lincoln Speedway

Head to the speedway for Saturday evening sprint car races!

717-624-2755

800 Racetrack Road
Abbottstown, PA 17301

The Links At Gettysburg

Rated 4 1/2 Stars by Golf Digest and a "Must Play" by GolfStyles, our 18 holes of Championship golf will bring you an assortment of challenges throughout your round. We also host corporate and charity golf tournaments, making The Links at Gettysburg your one stop shop for all of your golf needs!

717-359-8000

601 Mason Dixon Road
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.

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

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.

(717) 778-5275

210 Clearview Rd
Aspers, PA 17304

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.

717-486-5031

500 Kings Gap Road
Carlisle, PA 17015

Caledonia State Park

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

717-352-2161

101 Pine Grove Road
Fayetteville, PA 17222

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.

717-486-7174

1100 Pine Grove Road
Gardners, PA 17324

Carroll Valley Golf Course at Liberty Mountain

An 18-hole championship course located just minutes from historic Gettysburg and designed by Ault, Clark & Associates.

717-387-7943

78 Country Club Trail
Carroll Valley, PA 17320

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!

717-476-7428

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

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.

717-432-5011

2200 Rosstown Road
Lewisberry, PA 17339

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.

717-352-2161

101 Pine Grove Road
Fayetteville, PA 17222

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.

434-242-9844

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

Orvis Hill Country – Shooting Grounds

Nestled on Over 500 Acres, Orvis Hill Country is the Premier Sporting Clays, Upland Hunting, and Instructional Shooting Property in the Area.

717-253-9665

519 Gladhill Road
Fairfield, PA 17320

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.

717-334-8423

730 Chambersburg Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Carlisle Sports Emporium

Central PA’s year-round indoor and outdoor entertainment complex is the perfect destination for all ages and every occasion, offering indoor and outdoor go-karts, miniature golf, two-tier LED LASERTRON laser tag, HOLOGATE VR, batting cages and the largest arcade in South Central PA.

717-258-4741

29 S. Middlesex Road
Carlisle, PA 17015

Quite The Stir Tea and Spice Company

Quite The Stir Tea and Spice Company sources, hand-blends, and packages the highest quality estate-grown Artisan Teas and Spices directly from the Nation's leading specialty sellers, and specialty tea estates.

717-778-8211

The York Merchant in New York Wireworks, 441 E Market St
York, PA 17403

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.

717-334-2028

545 Long Lane
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.

533 Steinwehr Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325

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!

717-334-9171

909 Fairfield Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Strawberry Hill

Experience your love of nature at Strawberry Hill! Explore miles of hiking trails that connect to Michaux State Forest, engage with our naturalists by booking an educational program, play in cold mountain creeks or enjoy a picnic by our pond.

717-642-5840

1537 Mount Hope Road
Fairfield, PA 17320

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.

717-637-2816

2600 Smith Station Road
Hanover, PA 17331

Suds From the Bucket

Specializing in homemade goat milk soaps and lotions made right here on our Gettysburg farm. Be sure to check our gift shop, which features locally sourced and made items.

717-403-1314

365 Blacksmith Shop Rd
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Plan Your Gettysburg Trip

Outdoor Recreation & Wellness

Michaux State Forest

Gettysburg National Military Park

Hickory Hollow Horse Tours

GettyPeds

Granite Hill Adventure Golf

Cunningham Falls State Park

WellSpan Urgent Care

National Riding Stables

Penn National Golf Course Community

Quail Valley Golf Course

Healthy Routes of Adams County

Lincoln Speedway

The Links At Gettysburg

Healthy Adams Bicycle/Pedestrian Inc

Silvershire Farm Horse Carriage and Wagon Rides

Kings Gap Environmental Education Center

Caledonia State Park

Pine Grove Furnace State Park

Carroll Valley Golf Course at Liberty Mountain

Horse Tours of Gettysburg

Gifford Pinchot State Park

Mont Alto State Park

RISE Yoga Gettysburg

Orvis Hill Country – Shooting Grounds

Gettysburg Day Spa, LLC

Carlisle Sports Emporium

Quite The Stir Tea and Spice Company

Gettysburg Rec Park

Lincoln Links – Coming in 2025!

YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County

Strawberry Hill

Codorus State Park

Suds From the Bucket

Get the Gettysburg, PA Inspiration Guide

Gettysburg is nearby!

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Plan Your Gettysburg Trip

Outdoor Recreation & Wellness

Michaux State Forest

Gettysburg National Military Park

Hickory Hollow Horse Tours

GettyPeds

Granite Hill Adventure Golf

Cunningham Falls State Park

WellSpan Urgent Care

National Riding Stables

Penn National Golf Course Community

Quail Valley Golf Course

Healthy Routes of Adams County

Lincoln Speedway

The Links At Gettysburg

Healthy Adams Bicycle/Pedestrian Inc

Silvershire Farm Horse Carriage and Wagon Rides

Kings Gap Environmental Education Center

Caledonia State Park

Pine Grove Furnace State Park

Carroll Valley Golf Course at Liberty Mountain

Horse Tours of Gettysburg

Gifford Pinchot State Park

Mont Alto State Park

RISE Yoga Gettysburg

Orvis Hill Country – Shooting Grounds

Gettysburg Day Spa, LLC

Carlisle Sports Emporium

Quite The Stir Tea and Spice Company

Gettysburg Rec Park

Lincoln Links – Coming in 2025!

YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County

Strawberry Hill

Codorus State Park

Suds From the Bucket

Get the Gettysburg, PA Inspiration Guide

Gettysburg is nearby!

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