Openings · last 7 days
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-261322
When Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg) reopens
Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg)'s openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
7
Openings · last 90 days
7
Only 7 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18 – Dec 20, 2026 · of 1 monitored site
Of the 93 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Dec 20, 2026): 26 open for online reservation · 66 reserved · 1 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
Where the open windows are
72% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 26 of 93 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18 – Dec 20, 2026Not open online72%
Open site-nights26 / 93
Reserved (of online inventory)66 / 92
Weekday openings16
Weekend openings10
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 16 fall on weekdays and 10 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Dec 2026December holds the most room. 18 of 20 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 1 site| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open | |
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 0 | None open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 0 | None open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 0 | None open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night. Thanksgiving: no online availability on any tracked night. Christmas: no online availability on any tracked night. New Year: no online availability on Thursday.
Availability
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| Historic Bushman House | 26 |
This site currently has 26 site-nights available.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateSun · Sep 27
Next open weekendFri · Dec 4
The next bookable night is Sep 27; the first open weekend starts Dec 4. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
26 open site-nights across 1 site at Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg), from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 3 2-night, 2 3-night, 2 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Oct 4 at site Historic Bushman House.
All 1 site with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Bushman House | 10 ft | None | 26 | 13 nights | Sep 27, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 8, Oct 15, Nov 23, Nov 29, Nov 30, Dec 1, Dec 2, Dec 3, Dec 4 +14 more |
About Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg)
Overview
The historic Bushman House is an exceptional year-round place to stay and is located within the Gettysburg National Military Park, where it witnessed the Battle of Gettysburg. Beautifully restored and updated in 2017, the house is set back from the roadways and nestled within famous landmarks like Little Round Top and Devil's Den, and near the historic town of Gettysburg.
Recreation
There are numerous ways to experience the battlefield. Visit the park's Things to Do page to learn about self-guided auto tours, licensed battlefield guided tours, easy paved walking trails as well as unpaved to explore and hike.
Trails are available in close proximity to the home.
At the park's visitor center, visitors can marvel at the Gettysburg cyclorama painting, original artifacts, or find their own civil war ancestors. A variety of ranger-led programs are offered throughout the day. Also, Eisenhower National Historic Site is just about five minutes away. It is the only home ever owned by the 34th president.
Facilities
The Bushman House offers three bedrooms, including a first-floor bedroom. A total of 2 queen beds and 2 twin beds; 1.5 bathrooms; fully-equipped and updated kitchen with dishes, utensils, Keurig coffee maker, stove, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator; dining room; and sitting room. Central heating and air conditioning provide comfort year-round. Bed linens, sheets, pillows, and a limited supply of towels are available. Dish soap and dishwasher detergent are provided. Keyless access code provided prior to scheduled arrival.
Interested in the history of the house? Bushman House History
Natural Features
The 6,000 acre Gettysburg National Military Park comprises a mosaic of pastoral landscapes and forested knolls, with pockets of dispersed wetland and intermittent streams. The park includes woodlots and forested habitat with mature oak and hickory trees. Springtime brings a variety of wildflowers such as bluebells and violets that cover the landscape with color. From summer to fall, the field and forest floors will come to life with the many species of aster and goldenrod found in the park. Black-eyed susan is abundant throughout the park. Visitors can also see cardinal flowers, a favorite to hummingbirds and distinguishable by its bright scarlet flower. The park is also home to numerous birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians.
Nearby Attractions
Within a short drive, visitors can explore the town of Gettysburg with even more historic sites, quaint shops, and restaurants to please every palate. Throughout Adams County, visitors will find wineries, cider makers, cultural and music festivals, covered bridges, antiques, crafts, and farmers' markets brimming with local apples and other fresh, local produce. About 45 minutes away is Hershey, Pennsylvania which is home to Chocolate World and Hershey Park. And, just 35 minutes from Hershey is Lancaster, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Dutch country.
1 monitored siteRVs up to 10 ftNo hookups1 shadedMax party 6
Getting there
The Bushman House is located at 30 S Confederate Avenue approximately 3 miles south of Gettysburg. From the north or south, follow US 15 to the Steinwehr Ave exit head toward Gettysburg. From east or west, drive into Gettysburg on US Rt. 30, turn South on Baltimore Street (Rt. 97), and then turn south on Steinwehr Ave or Bus Rt 15 South. The nearest airport is Harrisburg International Airport at Middletown, Pennsylvania, approximately 35 miles north of Gettysburg. The second closest is Baltimore-Washington International near Baltimore, Maryland. Gettysburg has a small airfield on Route 30 west of Gettysburg that will accommodate private aircraft.
1195 Baltimore Pike, Suite 100, Gettysburg, PA 17325717-334-1124
BikingCampingFishingHikingHistoric & Cultural SiteHorseback RidingVisitor Center
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg)?
Reservations for Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg) are made through Recreation.gov. 72% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation; 26 of 93 remain open. Campsite Sniper has also detected 7 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg)?
Campsite Sniper detected 7 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg)?
2 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Nov 29 at site Historic Bushman House. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg) fit a 35-foot RV?
No RV-analyzable site here has a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 10 ft.
Which month has the most availability at Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg)?
December 2026, with 18 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 20.
When is the next open date at Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg)?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Sun, Sep 27 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Dec 4. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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