4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several cabin camping options exist within a 30-mile radius of Bear, Delaware, with Elk Neck State Park Campground and Woodlands Camping Resort offering rustic accommodations with basic amenities. Cabins typically include electricity, beds, and sometimes heating/cooling systems, though furnishing levels vary significantly by location. Most provide picnic tables and fire rings for outdoor meals. Bathrooms are often centrally located rather than in-unit, requiring short walks to shower facilities. According to one visitor at Elk Neck State Park, "Sites are kinda close together, but everyone was quiet at night so it wasn't a problem. The bathrooms and showers were nice, clean, and always stocked with toilet paper."
KOA-branded locations near Bear, including Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA and Philadelphia-West Chester KOA, feature more standardized cabin accommodations with reliable amenities. Most cabins require advance reservations, particularly during summer months when availability becomes limited. Pet policies vary by property, with some like Elk Neck State Park allowing pets in designated cabins for additional fees. Four Seasons Family Campground and Old Cedar Campground maintain seasonal operating schedules, typically closing during winter months. A camper noted that Woodlands Camping Resort is "very laidback and quiet," though they mentioned the facilities are "a little outdated."
Most cabins provide beds with mattresses but require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, and towels. Kitchen facilities range from simple fire rings to limited indoor cooking areas with microwaves or hot plates. Refrigerators are available in some premium cabin units but not standard in basic accommodations. Camp stores at locations like Elk Neck State Park stock firewood, ice, and limited groceries. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, the camp store at Elk Neck "has everything you might have forgotten or never know you needed, including incredible and eco-friendly fire starters." Visitors staying multiple nights should consider bringing supplemental food and supplies from larger grocery stores in nearby towns.
"I didn't notice it when I was in my tent, but I did as I was walking around.
The campground is well-wooded, offering reasonable privacy given the space constraints. ""Our go to State Park for camping as it is pretty close to home. Standard State Park with all the amenities you need. We are tent campers/ non electric (no pets/ no kids)."
from $21 - $55 / night
"It’s a clean, well kept space, completely surrounded by state forest, very close to shore access along the rivers/bay, hiking/biking trails right out of the campground."
"This is a typical KOA with lots of amenities and activities for kids– swimming pool, jump pad, miniature golf, volleyball, butterfly garden, gem mining, playground, store, dog park, nature trail, etc."
"I did have major trouble backing in because the road is too narrow for a 45’ motorhome to back in on a nearly 90-degree angle."
from $59 - $86 / night
"This is a great campground in Susquehanna State Park. The campsites are separated more widely than many other parks in Maryland (Cunningham Falls, Ft. Frederick, Pt."
"I was a walk-up with no reservation and since it was a weekday the ranger gave me a great rundown of the best spots in the camp and let me drive through to check them out before going back with my decision"
from $21 - $50 / night
"The neighbor’s sewer connection is right next to our picnic table! But, the sites are large enough for large RVs, they have 30/50 amp hookups and water & sewer."
"This is a nice KOA with full hook ups, tent sites,cabins, and even glamping cabins. There is a pool that is open Memorial Day- Labor Day."
"Two of the loops allow pets (A, C) and two do not. Loop D offers no hookups while Loops A-C offer a mix of no hookups, water/Electric, and full hookups."
"We stayed in loop C that allows pets. Very spacious sites. The paved parking spot was tight but a short walk down to the spacious fire pit picnic table area."
Available this weekend
from $20 - $75 / night
"We stay in the rental campers. They are new-ish Shasta campers, queen bed, 1 slide, rear bunks, 2 entrances. Very clean."
"The pool and splash park were great but you needed to be at least 42 inches to go on the slide or bounce house. The people there were friendly."
"We stayed here in November with beautiful weather which meant the large farm behind the campground was spraying manure over their fields. We could smell it."
"Very family friendly park. Cabins, RV, Tent - full amenities. Lots of things to do. A little pricy, but worth it especially with kids."
"They have many amenities form a lake to swim or fish, to playgrounds,theres a convenient store and even an arcade, and the best part is all the farms around."
"Beautiful pool, very nice playground and arcade. The fishing was good everytime we’ve went. They allow golfcarts which is a must for me."
from $50 - $150 / night
"This row of sites lacked the trees for shade and privacy found at most other sites around the campground. The pool was nice and clean."
"The bath house(s) are centrally located near the camp office."
from $31 - $50 / night
TravelerCountry Acres is a lovely, well maintained campground. Sites are level and bath house facilities clean and modern. Friendly staff in the office. Dog friendly. Local to all the Lancaster attractions. A complimentary farmland tour is offered by bus and it was great. They take you out into an area of Amish farms and shops and make a stop at 2 of these. The fresh Amish pretzels are amazing!
ScoutThe advertisements for Olde Mill Campground were disingenuous. The campsite was 20 yards from a roller coaster. The NOISE of the roller coaster and children on it screaming was as relentless and unnerving as any train we have ever slept near. There was no quiet until almost midnight. The “pull-through” site left my truck almost in the road and our 25’ Airstream slightly over the road on the backside. The site was not level. The sites were close enough to hear a neighbor’s snoring.
GuideWe stayed here to go to the Hershey RV show—about 55 min drive. Right in the center of Amish country. Campground is adults only. It was very clean. The bathrooms were very clean with great water pressure. The roads are tight for getting into sites. Site 5 was not level side to side. We met great people there.
ScoutThe campground is in excellent condition. The facilities are top notch. The excellence and care of the campground is evident. The 4 stars is only due to the road noise and many of the sites are on top of each other. You feel like your neighbor is at your camp fire.
GuideMary & her crew run a great campground. Full hookup. Slow schedule during the week-camp store & pool mainly. Saturdays always have activities planned from bingo to quarter auctions, picnics & music. Each Saturday is different. Clean grounds. Nice playgrounds. Kiddie pool & nice size pool from 3-5’ deep. 2 cabins also available.
GuideA beautiful, well maintained park with lots to do, great bathroom facilities and extremely nice people. The electric sites aren't all together, so you don't have RV's lined up but maybe annoying for folks who are tent camping. Avoid the locations in the mid-30's by the dumpster, both staff and campers start shaking the lid around 6:30. Between 5 AM and noon staff were driving big trucks and ATV's around with loud reverse horns, and slamming the fire pit grills, which they store sideways. Overall I had a really wonderful time, but that's largely down to good sound reduction inside the van. Almost zero cell service. I was able to get a couple of text messages in and out, but seemed to be a fluke.
ScoutThis campsite was amazing for our first tent camping experience. The park was a godsend for keeping our toddler occupied and we felt very safe overall. While the beach is pretty, be careful about the water condition. We were warned before entering and informed of the risks. They were very clear on the condition of the water that day which was a yellow, slight risk. But normally it should be okay. We would definitely camp here again.
GuideBASE ACCESS REQUIRED!
Electric/Water/Sewer hookup sites for $56 a night! (2 night minimum) Which is a great full hookup price, even though it's gone up $6 since last year. Weekly and monthly pricing available as well.
The sites are neat, well maintained, level, and sunny with concrete pads and paved campground roads. Centrally located laundry facilities and airconditioned bath house. Playground, boat launch, beach volleyball court, disk golf, basketball court, and outdoor pool all within walking distance. Other base amenities include: commissary, gas station, bowling, BBQ, Dunkin', and Greek restaurants, and golf. (I'm sure I'm forgetting something.)
Note: in July it is very buggy - the biting flies are the worst. So bring bug spray or a screened in tent to eat in.
The downside: the reservation system is a major PITA. You have to download a PDF packet, fill it out, and EMAIL it in. When you get your confirmation, it doesn't include a specific site number. You get assigned one when they call you the week of your scheduled check-in for payment completion.
Don't miss out on: the water! My advice would be to reserve one of their boats at the same time you reserve your campsite. The water in this area is great - no jellyfish, low waves. You can SUP, kayak, pontoon boat. Whatever your preference. There are large flats of grasses - which you'd want to avoid with a motor but are so much fun to paddle over. Also check out the Susquehanna National Wildlife Refuge island. You can't go inland, but you can anchor off shore, jump in and wade around the shallows.
Also very driveable to an off-base movie theater, Baltimore, and Havre de Grace.
ScoutGreat campsite, plenty of space. It rained a lot and our campsite was a little muddy (not bad) but nearby campsites had large puddles
Cabin accommodations near Bear, Delaware typically operate from April through October, with most closing during winter. The region sits at low elevations between 30-100 feet above sea level, resulting in hot, humid summers and mild winters. During peak summer months, cabin rentals often require booking 4-6 months in advance, especially for weekend stays.
Hiking at Turkey Point Lighthouse: At Elk Neck State Park Campground, trails lead to scenic views where visitors can spot local wildlife. "Beautiful park, well kept. Plenty to do with lots of access to water and hiking," notes one camper. Another visitor adds, "We enjoyed hiking the Beaver Marsh Trail... the lighthouse trail is a must."
Canoeing on the Brandywine River: Philadelphia-West Chester KOA offers water activities on the calm river. "Being on the Brandywine, you can fish and rent canoes. The river is usually very calm and good for a float," one reviewer writes. Another mentions, "There are great places to go hiking as well as a canoe and rafting outfit."
Fishing in multiple locations: Woodlands Camping Resort provides access to fishing spots within walking distance. "This place was great! We stayed here for 5 weeks... very close to shore access along the rivers/bay, hiking/biking trails right out of the campground," reports a visitor. The nearby water access makes this location convenient for fishing enthusiasts.
Privacy between sites: French Creek State Park Campground offers secluded cabin camping with natural barriers. "As long as you don't stay right across from the bath houses you will find ample shade at your site. There are so many trees and brush in between most sites you can't even really see your neighbors," explains a frequent visitor.
Cabin options for various needs: Jellystone Park™ Quarryville provides multiple cabin styles for different group sizes. "We stayed in C1 during the hottest week in the summer. The site was covered and it was cool around 4:30pm when the sun went behind the trees," mentions a visitor who appreciated the natural shade.
Modern bath facilities: Elk Neck State Park Campground receives consistent praise for clean bathrooms. "Nice clean bathhouses. Sites were level, spacious, spaced apart, with packed gravel surface. Back in and pull through sites available," shares a recent visitor. Another camper notes the "clean and good looking tent sites."
Reservation timing: For cabin camping near Bear, Delaware, especially in summer months, book 3-6 months in advance. One visitor to Susquehanna State Park Campground explains, "Despite the rain, we enjoyed ourselves and even did a hike. There are some great sites that are a little more isolated and give a feel of being alone in the woods that I would love to claim in the future."
Site conditions vary widely: Some cabins feature modern amenities while others offer rustic experiences with minimal facilities. "The water stank and was straight brown... The site itself was ok and it had a concrete pad," notes a camper at Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA.
Wildlife encounters: Many cabin areas host deer, birds and other native species. "We saw bald eagles and great blue heron," shares a visitor to Elk Neck State Park. Prepare for insects during warm months by bringing repellent.
Water features for kids: Four Seasons Family Campground offers swimming areas that children enjoy. "Very nice campground with plenty of things to do for the kids. Beautiful pool, very nice playground and arcade. The fishing was good everytime we've went," shares a visitor.
Playground accessibility: Consider cabin locations relative to play areas. "There is a huge pool that has a beautiful view overlooking the lake. There are trails for mountain biking or hiking, a frisbee golf course, playground at the campground and at the lake," mentions a French Creek State Park visitor.
Activity scheduling: Most campgrounds offer weekend activities for children. At Old Cedar Campground, "every Saturday they had an organized activity for the kids... EVERYONE was extremely friendly."
Site selection for large rigs: Many cabins sit near RV sites with size constraints. "I did have major trouble backing in because the road is too narrow for a 45' motorhome to back in on a nearly 90-degree angle. So difficult, that I cracked the bottom of my front cap catching the grass and gravel beside the grave road," cautions a Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA visitor.
Wi-Fi reliability: Internet service varies by location and can affect work or streaming capabilities. "Wifi worked well enough for us to stream Netflix and YouTube," reports a camper at Old Cedar Campground, while others note spotty service elsewhere.
Seasonal differences: RVers recommend asking about water availability during shoulder seasons. "Finished the season at this state park in MD with full hook up (20, 30, and 50 amp, water and sewer) and the water was still on in November," notes an Elk Neck visitor, highlighting that some utilities may be winterized earlier than expected.
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