Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Newark, DE

Newark is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Newark, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Newark camping trip.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Newark, Delaware (77)

    1. Lums Pond State Park Campground

    47 Reviews
    Kirkwood, DE
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 368-6989

    $29 - $51 / night

    "We hiked the 7.5mile lake trail with our two pups. It was beautiful and along the way there were opportunities to kayak/sup, beach it, or even play on a ropes course."

    "The site itself was set back some, and felt secluded while still being near the parking area.

    Walk to bathrooms and camp store was on the longer side."

    2. Elk Neck State Park Campground

    59 Reviews
    Perryville, MD
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 287-5333

    $21 - $55 / night

    "Accessible and pet friendly. Great trails and great staff"

    "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)."

    3. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Quarryville

    19 Reviews
    Quarryville, PA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 610-4505

    "So we make sure to get close spots so we can walk. You can bring pets but we choose not to as we are not at the camp much. We do go fishing while we are here and my daughter loves this place"

    "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."

    4. Woodlands Camping Resort

    3 Reviews
    White Hall, MD
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 398-4414

    5. Cecil County Permaculture

    1 Review
    North East, MD
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (443) 945-5492

    $10 - $16 / night

    "Has outhouse, fire pit, running water on side of house near outhouse. An is a wonderful person. Good reception with T-Mobile!"

    6. French Creek State Park Campground

    75 Reviews
    Geigertown, PA
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 582-9680

    $28 - $135 / night

    "There are numerous hiking trails in the park that seemed to be well marked and maintained. The park is about 20- mins from Reading, and 10 mins from Birdsbroro."

    "There is a connector trail nearby that can get you to most of the hiking trails. Site was nice. Bathrooms okay. This is a pet loop so be aware of dogs. Hiking trails in park were a nice challenge."

    7. Susquehanna State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Edgewood, MD
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 557-7994

    $21 - $50 / night

    "Had a great weekend trip here, close to DC and Delaware. Wonderful hiking trails with river views. Only caveat- got pretty muddy since it rained the day before and our site didn’t have a tent pad."

    "Our site was really good and I love that it had it's own access to the bathrooms. Quite a few of the inner loop sites do. If you're a tent camper Acorn has some very private and secluded sites."

    8. Group Camp — Ridley Creek State Park

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

    $57 / night

    "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."

    "We found a lot of really unique sites around the park. Will keep going back"

    9. Blackbird State Forest Campground - CLOSED TIL FURTHER NOTICE

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

    $25 / night

    "The only thing about this site specifically is the trail was close by so you’d occasionally see people walking by but not enough that it didn’t still feel secluded."

    "I was only one in the forest ATM but saw some hikers occasionally throughout the day walking by."

    10. Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA

    20 Reviews
    Paulsboro, NJ
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (856) 423-6677

    "Beautiful campground — lots of trees, pond, kids play equipment, dog park, etc. facilities all clean and whole place is well maintained. Easy late arrival."

    "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."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Newark, DE

691 Reviews of 77 Newark Campgrounds



Guide to Newark

Discovering pet-friendly camping options near Newark, Delaware, opens up a world of adventure for you and your furry companions. With a variety of campgrounds that welcome pets, you can enjoy the great outdoors without leaving your four-legged friends behind.

Tips for camping with dogs near Newark

  • At Elk Neck State Park Campground, you’ll find trails perfect for long walks with your dog, plus plenty of open space for them to explore.
  • Woodlands Camping Resort offers a laid-back atmosphere where pets are welcome, making it easy to relax while your dog enjoys the fresh air.
  • When visiting Hibernia County Park, be sure to keep your dog on a leash, as the campground is located near hiking trails frequented by other visitors.

Pet owners appreciate the amenities

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Newark

  • Enjoy hiking with your dog along the scenic trails at Ridley Creek State Park, where you can explore nature together.
  • Cecil County Permaculture offers a tranquil environment perfect for birdwatching and enjoying the outdoors with your pet.
  • Spend a day fishing or picnicking at Prancing Deer Farm, where your dog can join in on the fun while you relax by the water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Newark, DE?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Newark, DE is Lums Pond State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 47 reviews.

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