The best parks & outdoor spots in Gettysburg

Family-run and rooted along Alloway Creek, Alloway Evergreens makes holiday tree hunting actually fun with choose-and-cut or fresh pre-cut options, plus wreaths and decorations in their Christmas shop.

From the Littlestown newsletter, October 7, 2026

From Mommy & Me days and petting baby animals to pony and camel rides, Pine View Farm Fun lines up Summer Day Camps, a not-too-spooky Sunny Side Halloween with the darker Schiz-Land later, plus a festive drive-thru Christmas light show the whole crew can enjoy.

From the Littlestown newsletter, September 28, 2026

Since 2001, Fred & Richie's Farm has been the Littlestown go-to for buying or selling goats, sheep, cattle, poultry, and more, with butchering services and a customer-first approach. Their own testimonials point to good meat, including halal, which makes stocking the freezer a whole lot simpler.

From the Littlestown newsletter, October 13, 2026

5-acre community green with a playground, open lawns, a fountain, and an amphitheater, perfect for breezy picnics, kid energy burn-offs, or a low-key workout. This week, grab a neighbor, toss a ball, maybe even sneak in a few stretches between sips of iced coffee.

From the Baltimore newsletter, October 15, 2026

When you want a quick reset that feels miles away without actually leaving town, Gettysburg Battlefield RV Resort & Campground Pennsylvania offers RV sites and campsites, plus a laid-back base for enjoying the nearby history, then sleeping under the kind of quiet you forgot existed.

From the Gettysburg newsletter, October 16, 2026

Need a quick harbor reset that doubles as kid energy management? West Shore Park delivers splash-pad joy, tree-shaded benches, and a big stretch of grass for lunch breaks or late-afternoon lounging, plus fitness classes and seasonal happenings that make it easy to pretend you're outdoorsy this week.

From the Baltimore newsletter, October 9, 2026