Andover's RV campgrounds sit in northwestern New Jersey's Kittatinny Mountain range at an average elevation of 950 feet. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing with significant snowfall from December through March, requiring cold-weather camping preparation at year-round facilities. The area features a mix of privately owned campgrounds and county-managed parks within a 30-minute drive of the town center.
What to do
Hiking access: Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort offers proximity to the Appalachian Trail for day hikes. "By far my favorite campground in PA. Staff was nice & showed us to our campground, hauled our firewood, and checked in regularly to make sure we didn't need anything. There were endless activities from hiking to mountain biking."
Mountain biking trails: Summer visitors can access downhill mountain biking using the ski lifts at Blue Mountain Resort. "Ride the ski lifts up to the top of the mountain then you get to bike down it, they have rental bikes available or bring your own. You can also Zip line or swing through the trees if you would rather."
Waterfront activities: The Delaware River runs alongside several campsites, offering fishing and shoreline access. As one visitor to Tri-State RV Park noted: "Safe, clean, and right on the Delaware River. Groceries and Home Depot close buy if you need to restock."
What campers like
Fall camping season: October brings colorful foliage displays throughout the Andover region. "We came in at end of season, so pretty much everything seems closed. But, it's a beautiful campground and the part of PA is great too," according to a visitor at Thousand Trails Scotrun.
Private wooded sites: Several campgrounds offer secluded spots under mature trees. At Mountain Top RV Park, "The water and electric sites and tent sites were tucked away in a more wooded environment."
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathroom buildings rank highly in visitor reviews. "Restrooms were really clean. We visited in fall so we had the entire place to ourselves," wrote a camper at Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort.
What you should know
Cell coverage challenges: Multiple campgrounds report connectivity issues that vary by carrier. At Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South, "Cell service is ok. Verizon is 25 down 10 up. Tmobile is unusable."
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds near Andover close during winter months. Pleasant Acres Farm RV Resort operates from April through October, while Woodland Trails RV and Campground runs May through October.
Highway noise: Some convenient RV parks compromise quiet for accessibility. Multiple reviewers at Tri-State RV Park mention traffic sounds: "Located just off the highway so lots of vehicle noise 24/7. Sites are on a gravel lot. Restrooms are clean."
Tips for camping with families
Animal encounters: Pleasant Acres Farm RV Resort features livestock that children can observe and interact with. "The farm has goats, a donkey, and a pony within the campground. Very cool," according to one reviewer. Another adds, "Plenty to occupy the kids. Playground, hayride, animals to feed (goats, chickens, donkey and pony)."
Activity planning: Scheduled events run primarily on weekends at most campgrounds. "There were some organized activities which was nice, not as much as a Jellystone Park," notes a Pleasant Acres visitor.
Playground options: Facilities vary widely between campgrounds. At Woodland Trails, bathrooms and garbage were "cleaned daily" though some visitors note the playground equipment might be dated at certain locations.
Tips from RVers
Winter camping options: Few RV campgrounds remain open year-round in the Andover area. One RVer at Tri-State RV Park appreciated that it was "Open during the winter. Easy on, easy off. Lots of pull through sites. Next to grocery store. CLEAN bathrooms, showers, laundry."
Site spacing considerations: Liberty Harbor RV Park has typical northeastern tight spacing between sites. "Pick one of the larger end row sites to get a little extra elbow room. If it's packed, your neighbor with be within inches of your rig."
Infrastructure upgrades: Mountain Top RV Park has recently improved its utility systems. "The investment in new 50amp wiring, upgraded sewer systems, and newer water lines provided convenient camping experience," according to a 2023 review.
Elevation and weather: Higher elevation RV campgrounds around Andover experience greater temperature fluctuations between day and night. Woodland Trails RV and Campground sits at one of the higher points, making it cooler in summer but requiring better heating systems in spring and fall.
