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Shippensburg Reservoir is a very beautiful lake in beautiful surroundings. Near Shippensburg Reservoir you come across Griers Hollow which is a nice location to stop by, and there are tremendous spots to discover along the Pole Bridge Trail. Near Shippensburg Reservoir you stumble on the Wildcat Trail which is a good hiking trail, and there are plenty of folks from Chambersburg here. Best Western Shippensburg Hotel is a pleasant spot to get some rest, and why not
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| | camp at Colonels Crk Campground if you're here at Shippensburg Reservoir. Poke Hill is a peak you can observe from Shippensburg Reservoir, and get dripping wet paddling on Antietam Creek - East Branch. This lake is so wonderful. If you came for an overnight stay Conewago Campground is a fine spot to camp, and Long Pine Run Reservoir is a nearby lake that you could pop by. Get yourself into a kayak and hit Conewago Creek - West, and a golf course close by | |
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is Caledonia Golf Club. This lake is so wonderful. Going for a hike on the Lippencot Trail is always a nice adventure, and dry warm beds await you at Rodeway Inn Shippensburg. You'll wish for more hours in a day to enjoy all the
amusing things at Shippensburg Reservoir. If you're here at Shippensburg Reservoir, you could stop by Shirley Run. If you want a good time in the great outdoors, just come on down to Shippensburg Reservoir. Very delightful scenery
and good skiing is what you get at Ski Liberty, and while you're here, you could also take a look at delightful Chambersburg Reservoir. Summertime highs at Shippensburg Reservoir typically tend to be in the 80's. When the night
sets in temperatures plunge down into the 60's. Highs during the wintertime are commonly in the 30's, and winter nights come with lows in the 20's to Shippensburg Reservoir. An average amount of rainfall falls at Shippensburg Reservoir; all through June this area sees the most rain, and January is the month with the least moisture.
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Coordinates: Latitude: 39.98889 Longitude: -77.50139
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| These outdoors activities are available near Shippensburg Reservoir. |
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Ski Liberty, Pennsylvania, 15 miles away 650 vertical feet |
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Conewago Creek - West, Adams CountyCounty, 12 miles away Class III-V - 2 miles long (Buchanan Valley to Bridgeport) |
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Owens Creek, Frederick CountyCounty, 19 miles away Class II-IV - 8 miles long (Lantz to Rocky Ridge Road) |
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Long Pine Run Reservoir
 | Long Pine Run Reservoir is a great place for kayaking. Its 150 acres can be circumnavigated in about an hour and a half, without straining. The boat launch area has parking for about 20 cars. The day we were there, only about three or four boats shared the water, making it almost like having your own private lake.... |
Wildcat Trail
 | BIRCH RUN RESERVIOR HAS BEEN BREACHED ,IT NO LONGER HOLDS WATER. F.Y.I... |
Conewago Campground
 | 11 miles away Hi I'm Lauren and I have a slight concern I have been to a campground that is called Conewago Campground but I'm not quite sure if this is the one that ive gone to I know that the one I went to had lots of rabbits running around and a creek it was rather small.... |
Gunter Valley Reservoir
 | 14 miles away ...voir Trail, intersect with Creedon Trail which currently is an out and back to the upper, shallow reaches of the reservoir. Continuing on North Reservoir, cross bridge over Trout Run and follow past the intersection of Turnpike Trail and eventually along a nice waterside trail (with some wet areas(seasonal) and rocky sections back to the dam breast. If you decide to take Turnpike Trail, expect steep climbs to the powerline over the PA turnpike Kittatinny Tunnel is under your feet. At the powerline, looking east, the back side of the Blue Mountain with the powerline cut above the Blue Mt tunnel of the turnpike is visible. Turnpike Trail turns left and climbs the powerline(note the bear chewings on the poles) to intersect with old logging road (Montgomery Trail). Turn left onto Montgomery and enjoy a mostly downhill walk, eventually turning left off the last log yard road before a private tract, down the rock steps, through a cool forest to a sometimes tricky wade across Trout Run following the trail around the private tract, left onto the logging road, up a small hill to intersect wi... |
Ski Liberty
 | 15 miles away I loved Ski Liberty when I stayed there a few years ago for a weekend. It was the most fun I've ever had at a ski area. There was a great snow storm while we were there and the conditions were awesome. I'm coming back this year with my children and look forward to sharing your mountain with them.... |
Mountain Farm Campground
 | 18 miles away Mountain Farm Campground has been closed for approximately 15 years.... |
Hunting Creek Lake
 | 19 miles away I have passed the Lake many times on my way to Gettysburg. I plan on visiting this weekend for the first time....Drove into this area while on my honeymoon 12 years ago. BEAUTIFUL!I have been visiting yearly since then. More crowded now, I guess beautiful areas don't stay unseen for long.A group of us will be there early tomorrow morning. ... |
Gettysburg Battlefield RV Resort
 | 19 miles away Located on the southern edge of the most famous battlefield of the Civil War, our campground allows you the opportunity to explore the battlefield, discover historic Gettysburg, and witness the spectacular beauty of the gentle rolling hills of central Pennsylvania. You will love the quiet beauty and modern amenities found at Gettysburg Battlefield Resort. From our private stocked lake, nature trails, lakeside gazebo, and shaded camp sites with fire rings to our farmhouse lodge, cafe & creamery, huge swimming pool, air-conditioned bath houses, laundry facilities, internet access and new modern cabins, there is no doubt you will enjoy your stay amongst our safe, comforting and friendly atmosphere. ... |
Greenbelt Park
 | 67 miles away Regular camping fees at this time (06/08) are $16/night. I have been camping at Greenbelt Park every summer for a week for the last 7 years. It was always at $14 up till last year when it went up to $16. Great Park though! Love it!... |
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