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Lums Pond State Park Campground and Philadelphia-West Chester KOA offer upscale glamping accommodations within easy reach of Montchanin, Delaware. Lums Pond features comfortable yurts with proper beds, electricity, and climate control systems that provide a refined outdoor experience while maintaining proximity to nature. Philadelphia-West Chester KOA includes premium glamping options along the scenic Brandywine River with upgraded fire pits, patio furniture, and thoughtfully landscaped sites. These accommodations provide significantly more comfort than traditional camping with amenities like real furniture, climate control, and proximity to modern bathrooms with hot showers. According to a recent visitor, "The premium sites are really nice with paved patios, Adirondack chairs, fancy firepits, BBQ grills, and tables with umbrellas."
The natural surroundings enhance the resort-style camping experience with multiple water-based activities. Guests at Philadelphia-West Chester KOA can rent canoes to explore the calm Brandywine River, which one reviewer described as "a slow meandering pretty river that is great to get your feet wet or go for a paddle." Lums Pond offers similar water recreation opportunities with paddle boats and small v-bottom boats available for rental at its large pond, where visitors often spot local wildlife like cranes. Both locations maintain extensive trail systems, with Lums Pond featuring a 7-mile hiking trail and an 8-mile multi-purpose path perfect for biking enthusiasts. The recently completed Mike Castle trail along the C&D Canal provides additional eco-friendly exploration opportunities. Most glamping accommodations remain open from April through October, though some sites offer year-round availability with seasonal activities adjusted accordingly.
"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."
"The tent sites are nice in that they are tucked along the wood line slightly away from RVs with more privacy and shade."
from $29 - $51 / night
Check Availability"There is a nice, short nature trail which was nice to walk our dog and she enjoyed getting wet in the river. The campground is hilly which means that a fair number of sites are not level."
"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
Check Availability"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."
"I arrived on a Tuesday a few days after they closed the pool, and by Wednesday I had the whole row of tent sites to myself."
"No pets though. B and C loop felt like the spaces were very close to each other. A loop was closed at this point."
"Got there at 11pm and the D loop says no pets allowed."
from $24 - $135 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Large campsites at the Lake Loop. Map is a little deceiving- the sites are farther from the lake than I expected and there are no running water bathrooms. Very clean and wooded sites."
from $15 - $50 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Staff is always friendly and the store well stocked. Kids enjoy the water park and nigh time laser tag parties and hay rides. "
"We stayed in Site# 51 in the Fence Loop- a pull-thru with 50-amp, water, and sewer. The hookups seemed to work just fine. The all-grass site just fit our 37’ motor home(see photos). "
"We were helping some friends get their house ready to sell and this was the only place that had a spot for the time frame we needed.)
The staff was nice and friendly. The place was well kept."
from $31 - $50 / night
Check Availability"They are new-ish Shasta campers, queen bed, 1 slide, rear bunks, 2 entrances. Very clean. Water area is great, splash pad is very fun so is the large blow up slide and pool area."
"We stayed fathers day weekend and they had a breakfast, games and crafts geared towards it."
"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"
"We decided to stay a weekend at Susquehanna based on the reviews on the Dyrt and it’s closer proximity to home. We arrived and were greeted by super friendly rangers who gave us the lay of the land."
from $21 - $50 / night
Check Availability"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."
TravelerStarlite offers a wide variety of amenities such as a community pool, general store, snack bar, playground area, toilets, indoor shower stalls, daily activities, pets permitted, water/electric utilities and laundry units. Staff was very friendly! Loved the cleanliness and atmosphere as well!
GuideI was able to book my site the day before the trip. 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. Firewood was $5 a bundle, but the register wasn't working and they could only take cash.
The hiking in the immediate area was beautiful, lots of fun trails and wildlife. Fishing, kayaking, zip lining, tons of great activities.
The firepits have grates over one half, so campfire cooking is a breeze. Cook up and use the provided picnic table for an easy dinner set up.
The park itself is very dog friendly and most sites had dogs. There is also an off leash dog park at Lum's pond and dog water dishes outside the camp store.
The showers and bathrooms were incredibly well kept with hot water and stocked supplies. If you didn't feel like walking so far, the tents had a spiget with running water near the parking areas.
Reception for Verizon was spotty, t mobile was pretty great. Wish there was an ATM on site though I don't think the cash only situation is a normal one for this campground.
All in all an amazing trip, and I'll be back as soon as possible.
GuideFirst time camping at this park and it was perfect. Even though it rained all weekend, we explored the area by car, even tried some fishing off the pier and we got to get some much needed rest and relaxation in. D Loop seemed like the best loop (for tent campers such as us). Pretty spacious between sites. No pets though. B and C loop felt like the spaces were very close to each other. A loop was closed at this point. Bathhouses can use an upgrade but has flush toilets and hot showers which is all you need.
RangerWe stayed here for 3 nights while visiting family In Philadelphia. It is a 20 minute ride into Philly and Uber was was quick and responsive.
*note- this does close for winter and reopens in April but call park for exact closure dates because they do change.
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. They also have a catch and release pond and we found a pickleball court at a nearby city park.
We did Chinatown and walked part of the Schuylkill River trail which we accessed by parking near Fairmount Park. This is a great area to explore with gorgeous views and easy access to the River trail. (There are rentals for everything here- kayaks/bikes etc)
IF we had a car with us- we would have considered taking the ferry from Camden’s Ferry Terminal next to Wiggins Park to Philly. (This is also near the Adventure Aquarium and the battleship New Jersey) Here is a link to information about the ferry-
https://www.delawareriverwaterfront.com/places/riverlink-ferry
This is a great location for exploring Philadelphia.
Happy Camping! Pamela and Keith
GuideI arrived on a Tuesday a few days after they closed the pool, and by Wednesday I had the whole row of tent sites to myself. Maybe that's why it was so peaceful, but every night after my cacophonous conference in Philadelphia, I couldn't wait to turn down Timberlane Road and see that little KOA sign glowing in the darkness. In addition to the peaceful vibe, the people are friendly, the little office store has everything you forgot to pack, and if you look around the campground edges or follow the walking trail into the woods, you will find wonderful native plants like blueberry, viburnum, clethra, and meadow beauty.
LegendWest Chester KOA This is a really nice KOA not too far from downtown Philly. The campground is located in a beautiful part of the Pennsylvania countryside with rolling hills which meant the roads getting there are narrow and windy. A bridge nearby the campground was washed out earlier by a hurricane so we had to take an alternative route going about thirty minutes out of our way. (Make sure you check their website for directions!) There is a lot to do in the surrounding area like visiting the historical sites in downtown Philadelphia, Valley Forge, or exploring Amish country.
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. There is a large pool area with pavilion but it was closed during our stay since we were there early in the season. The campground is right on the Brandywine River which is a slow meandering pretty river that is great to get your feet wet or go for a paddle. Canoes and kayaks are available for rent if you have time and as there is very little current in the river you can paddle out and back without any trouble. There is a nice, short nature trail which was nice to walk our dog and she enjoyed getting wet in the river.
The campground is hilly which means that a fair number of sites are not level. Our site (#27) was level for our RV but the patio sloped downhill and we could not use our picnic table or find a level spot for our chairs. Some sites are “premiums” with paved patios, Adirondack chairs, fancy firepits, BBQ grill, and tables and chairs with an umbrella. These sites are really nice, but you pay a lot more for them. Some sites are located adjacent to the river with nice waterfront views, but beware some might be muddy. There are lots of camping cabins and a couple of glamping tents.
Overall, the campground is very clean with no trash lying around and the grass was mowed and trimmed. The 50-amp electric was good as was the water pressure. The sewer connection uphill from our site so it did not drain properly. There is basic cable but since you are so close to Philly there are plenty of over-the-air channels. The Wi-Fi at our site worked well. Garbage is picked up at your site. The surrounding area has plenty of restaurants, shopping, and interesting things to see and do.
LegendPROS
Reserved 328 days prior to arriving
$13.50 senior discount
Immediately greeted by Loop C camp host who was extremely friendly and helpful
Site C3 parking pad level asphalt
Metal frame wooden picnic table that was moveable
One hook lantern pole
Metal fire pit which was cleaned out upon our arrival
Some vegetation between sites provided a bit of privacy from neighbors sites
Park is 21 miles from Valley Forge National Historical Park. Catch National Park Service 90 minute trolley tour at the Visitor Center.
Shady Maple Smorgasbord...authentic Pennsylvania Dutch cooking…largest buffet in the USA…16 miles from French Creek SP
CONS
$6.50 reservation fee for making my own on-line reservation
Horrible signage along PA-345. Never saw very small sign when we where intensely searching
Such a large overall park, but camping loop sites are jammed together
Pitiful low water pressure in Loop C
Site sewer connection is high; needs to be knocked down to ground level
Short length of site caused creative tow vehicle parking
Loop C women’s toilet/shower building a big nasty mess Saturday
Trash dumpsters are on the main road near the campground check-in station (not walkable)
Noisy campground; 9pm quiet hour not enforced
Lots of barking dogs
No wood sales in park
No WiFi
1 bar Verizon
RangerThere’s four loops. All connected A through D. We just needed a place to park and sleep so I got D011. Got there at 11pm and the D loop says no pets allowed. Not sure why when they are at every other loop but we had no where else to go and the area is pretty far off from anywhere else so the ol lab stayed in the camper. The bathrooms are tile and really nice with showers. And it was really quiet and chilly so a nice fall camp site. Just know ahead of time if you’re a dog owner!
ScoutMy husband and I stayed for a week in one of the glamping tents. The staff was very friendly and the tents were more glamorous than we had tried before, but definitely had a good combination of woodsy and comfort. The only thing we didn't really like was that there are A LOT of RV sites, and it's kind of a bummer to just stare at a bunch of RVs lol also next time we will look for somewhere with opportunities for hiking and various activities. This campground has a playground, so good for kids, but not so much an all adults stay.
French Creek State Park Campground offers year-round camping in southeast Pennsylvania, with 200 individual sites across four loops—some with full hookups for RVs, some with electric only, and mostly primitive sites. The 7,526-acre park sits 15 miles southeast of Reading with an elevation range of 300-520 feet. Sites feature paved level areas making setup easier, and most campsites have shaded locations with privacy between neighbors created by mature trees and natural vegetation.
Explore historic attractions: Visit Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, adjacent to French Creek State Park Campground. "Stayed here 2 nights without a reservation. We were in the D loop which is rustic with no hookups. Quiet, very few people mid-week. Spacious sites," notes Cheryl K. The historic iron furnace provides insight into early American industry.
Fish in multiple lakes: Try your luck at Chambers Lake in Hibernia County Park. "The lake is about a 3 minute hike down the clearly marked trails. Each site has a large picnic table and a fire ring with a built in grill," shares Anna. The park features a children's pond specifically stocked for young anglers under 12 years old.
Take scenic nature walks: Explore the extensive trail systems at multiple parks near Montchanin. "The walking/hiking trails and the lake were super peaceful," reports Chelsea from Hibernia County Park. Many trails offer varied terrain suitable for different fitness levels, with distances ranging from short 1-mile loops to longer 7-mile routes.
Proximity to Amish country: The Lancaster-New Holland KOA provides unobstructed views of authentic Amish farmland. "Great spot to write. Super quiet," mentions Scott M. Many visitors appreciate watching Amish farmers working their fields with horse-drawn equipment, a unique cultural experience just a short drive from Montchanin.
Spacious, private campsites: Campers frequently mention the generous spacing between sites. "All sites have a paved level area which made set up a breeze. Sites were not on top of each other. Bathrooms were very nice and clean with large showers," explains Jen R. about French Creek State Park. Sites often feature natural buffers that create privacy.
Clean, updated facilities: Modern bathhouses with hot showers earn praise at most campgrounds. "The bath house was absolutely immaculate, and the design made even my public-bathroom-phobic sister-in-law comfortable and at ease," writes Mark about Lums Pond. Most campgrounds offer accessible facilities with regular cleaning schedules.
Reservation requirements: Campgrounds fill quickly during peak seasons. "Book early because it fills up fast!" warns Ellen B. about Lums Pond State Park Campground. Weekend dates from May through October often require bookings 3-6 months in advance, especially for premium sites with hookups.
Site selection considerations: Choose wisely based on your equipment and preferences. "The only bad part was that it was kind of hard to find a level and rock-free spot large enough for our tent, but we managed!" shares Katie M. about French Creek. Some campgrounds have rocky terrain that can make tent setup challenging.
Limited water access: Many campgrounds don't offer full hookups at all sites. "There are NO HOOKUPS, and water is not easy to come by if you are in an RV. If you are coming in an RV, you should come with a full water tank," cautions Jennifer S. about Hibernia County Park. Always check amenities when booking glamping close to Montchanin, Delaware.
Look for dedicated children's activities: Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA offers family-friendly amenities. "This campground was so well maintained. There was so much to do there a pool, lake, horseshoes, cornhole, playground, big pillow and even more," reports Nicole S. The campground texts activity reminders so families don't miss events.
Consider campgrounds with playgrounds: Most family-oriented sites offer play structures. "The playground is super fun for kids. There are two different playground in the same area to accommodate kids of all ages," writes Phinon W. about Philadelphia-West Chester KOA. Playgrounds provide entertainment when children need breaks from hiking or swimming.
Pack for varied weather conditions: Spring and fall camping near Montchanin can experience temperature swings. "It was cold so we asked to be put close to bathrooms so we could leave camper winterized. They accommodated us nicely," shares Paula about Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA, highlighting the importance of planning for seasonal conditions.
Check site specifications carefully: Large RVs may face challenges at some campgrounds. "Heads up, big rig owners! Tight squeeze into Site 25. 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," warns Matt S. about Philadelphia-West Chester KOA. Always verify turn radius and site dimensions before booking.
Plan for dump station access: Not all campgrounds offer sewer hookups or convenient dump stations. "There is NO DUMP STATION. There are a few nearby campgrounds that will let you dump for a fee, otherwise, you'll have to look for a truck stop on the way home," notes Jennifer S. about Hibernia County Park. This can affect length of stay for those in self-contained units.
Confirm seasonal availability: Operating seasons vary significantly. "Open April through October, though some sites offer year-round availability," mentions the Philadelphia-West Chester KOA website. Call ahead to verify exact opening and closing dates for luxury glamping near Montchanin, as these can shift based on weather conditions.
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