Camp Michaux

Category: Historical landmark

Address: Newville, PA 17241, USA

Reviews

Susan Thomas

Oct 14, 2022

Very interesting place! So much history here. This site has been used for many different purposes over the centuries!

Robert Ebersole

Aug 9, 2022

Very interesting to see. Places are all scattered. The on-site map was helpful but we still got confused on some things. There are two parking lots you'll want to get out from. I didn't go up the trail past the dam, so not sure if there's a thing worthwhile up there. There aren't any guard towers. Just the cement that used to hold them in place.

Chris Rodland

May 31, 2022

A great, quiet place with a lot of history.

Noah Cole

May 31, 2022

Camp Michaux offers a serene and secluded nature environment on South Mountain just hundreds of feet from the Appalachian Trail. The history of WWII German and Japanese Prisoner of War (POW) interrogation at Camp Michaux is something to read more about. The location, reclaimed by nature is both haunting and beautiful.

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Questions & Answers

Are there posted hours or can you primitive camp nearby?

Ian Phillips | Oct 22, 2019
IceBear hikes | Oct 22, 2019

No posted hours. The Appalachian Trail has the nearby Tom's Run shelter for camping overnight. Stealth camping is only allowed for one night, backpackers only, and Leave No Trace (meaning no fires, etc). Nearby Pine Grove Furnace rents out campsites for any other type of camping.

Can you metal detect here

Keith Sorg | Oct 22, 2019
Tom Roe | Oct 22, 2019

Yes. Metal detectors are allowed at all PA DCNR areas. The general rules are as follows : Sunrise to sunset Use of shovels not permitted. Only screwdrivers and other narrow tools. If you find something historic, you must show it at a park office. You must give prior notice to the park office so they are aware of your presence.

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