In 1919, Conewago Council, overseeing Scouting in several Pennsylvania towns, identified the need for a local Scout camp. With support from civic leaders, the council raised funds and on September 13, 1919, purchased 25 acres in Hamilton Township, Adams County, from George T. Gitt. The site, located at the confluence of the Little and Big Conewago streams, was historically a trading post with early settlers and local tribes.
Today, Camp Conewago retains many original structures. The main lodge, built in 1920, features a wrap-around porch, a large stone fireplace, a full kitchen, and sleeping accommodations for 21 (bunk beds with mattresses).
Additional cabins, known as “Rothrocks,” were named after the Department of Forest and Waters Chairman. Each cabin honors a Native American tribe. These six cabins sleep eight people each.
The former Administration Building, now a small cabin, was dedicated in 1937 to H. Merle Stokes, the Camping Chairman. It sleeps 10 and includes modern amenities like electricity, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a wood stove.
Camp Conewago, located at 450 Boy Scout Road, New Oxford, PA, is just over 10 miles from Gettysburg, offering easy access for visitors.
Note: The camp is not accessible by commercial motor coach bus.