Best Tent Camping near Bear, DE

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Best Tent Sites Near Bear, Delaware (16)

    1. Blackbird State Forest Campground

    6 Reviews
    Townsend, DE
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 653-6505

    $25 / night

    "This is a good free state forest with maybe 10 (or less) designated tent-camping sites, and designated areas for deer hunting."

    "Spent a weekend in BO1, spacious campsite, grill, picnic table, firepit, parking for 2-3 cars plus overflow parking. Firewood was easy to get and was plenty of it."

    2. Group Camp — Ridley Creek State Park

    10 Reviews
    Gradyville, PA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 892-3900

    $57 / night

    "Terrific space for exploring"

    "well marked trails great for hiking. pet friendly! we love walking here with our dog. there are even a few great spots to get a small creek swim in! It also has a greag picnic area with grills."

    3. Hibernia County Park

    8 Reviews
    Coatesville, PA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 383-3812

    $15 - $50 / night

    "Inexpensive $15 a night, but you only get picnic table and fire ring. No hook ups. Great children's pond for 12 and under. Brandywine creek and Chambers Lake are there too. Great playground."

    "We loved the lake campground. My kids are age 3-12. There’s running water available, porta potties are very clean and don’t smell and are lit with a street lamp. Very quiet at night."

    5. Susquehannock State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Drumore, PA
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 252-1134

    $28 - $72 / night

    "Potable water is available in several places on each loop. The bathhouses are rebuilt recently and are very nice. Some walk in tent sites."

    "This is Organized Group Tenting Only."

    6. Evansburg State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Skippack, PA
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 409-1150

    $43 / night

    "Lots of tree cover running along a small running creek"

    "You need a license to fish, and if you plan on catching Trout you need the Trout endorsement on the fishing licence, currently$9.90.The restroom facilities we're clean."

    7. Fort Washington State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Ambler, PA
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 591-5250

    $28 - $72 / night

    "The give you firewood—-if you bring your own, leave with any left over."

    "It's almost 500 acres filled with trails, woods,and river. I usually go to the parking right off of Militia hill rd.and Skippack Pike intersection."

    8. Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park

    8 Reviews
    Perkiomenville, PA
    50 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 234-4528

    $20 - $30 / night

    "Clean restrooms, lots of open space!"

    "Large sites, clean bathrooms, lots of hiking trails"

    9. Two Log Campground

    1 Review
    Narvon, PA
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 273-3068

    10. Brandywine Meadows Family Campground

    1 Review
    Glenmoore, PA
    33 miles
    +1 (610) 273-9753
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Tent Camping Reviews near Bear, DE

623 Reviews of 16 Bear Campgrounds



Guide to Bear

Tent camping near Bear, Delaware offers a variety of scenic locations where nature lovers can enjoy the great outdoors. With options ranging from family-friendly parks to more secluded spots, there's something for everyone.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

Tips for tent camping near Bear

  • Arrive early at Green Lane Park to secure a good spot, as sites are closely lined up and can fill up quickly during peak season.
  • Be prepared for a lack of privacy at Hibernia County Park, where campsites are situated close together, making it essential to be mindful of fellow campers.
  • If you're looking for a unique experience, consider Tinicum Island, which is accessible only by boat, offering a more secluded camping adventure.

Tent campers should check out Hibernia County Park

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Bear, DE?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Bear, DE is Blackbird State Forest Campground with a 4.8-star rating from 6 reviews.

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