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Cabin Camping near Atco, NJ
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Several cabin camping options exist throughout Wharton State Forest and surrounding campgrounds near Atco. Atsion Cabins in Wharton State Forest provide rustic accommodations situated directly on the water with full kitchens including ovens and refrigerators, private bathrooms, and real bedrooms. The cabins feature large screened-in back porches overlooking the water and stone fireplaces for heating. Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA, Wading Pines Camping Resort, and Jellystone Park South Jersey also offer cabin rentals with varying amenity levels. "Atsion cabins are excellent rustic cabins situated directly on the water. They come in a variety of sizes accommodating up to 7 or 8 people," notes one camper.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are available depending on the location. Atsion Cabins require multi-night minimum stays and book quickly during peak season, with rentals unavailable from November through spring. Most cabins in the area allow pets, though Atsion Cabins specifically prohibits them. Cabin sizes vary widely, from smaller units for couples to larger options accommodating families of 7-8 people. Visitors should check seasonal availability carefully, as some facilities like Wading Pines Camping Resort operate only from April to November, while others remain open year-round.
While cabins typically include beds and basic furnishings, guests generally need to bring their own linens and towels. A review mentioned, "While there is electricity, there is NO heat or AC. Our last day was November 1st and it was COLD. Too cold to leave the fireplace for the bedrooms." Most cabins feature outdoor cooking spaces with picnic tables and fire rings, though kitchen equipment varies significantly between properties. Several campgrounds have small camp stores or markets on site, including Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA and Wading Pines Camping Resort, where campers can purchase basic supplies and firewood.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near Atco (55)
1. Atsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest
"There are also Cabins for rent as well, but only available during the summer months, After Memorial Day until October."
"A low-key, low amenities sandy spot in the NJ Pinelands. This was a nice large site in the“pet-friendly” section(sites 26-34) of the campground."
2. Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA
"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."
"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."
3. Brendan Byrne State Forest
"Flat site, no tent bed, enough space to park two cars."
"Each campsite has a firepit/ring, picnic table, and lantern hook. Privacy depends on the campsite, some have more trees and plants than others."
Check Availabilityfrom $3 - $60 / night
4. Wading Pines Camping Resort
"Very family friends and pet friendly. Mostly quiet. There is NO Wi-Fi. Plenty of trails and things to do. Only downside was our site 252 had a giant spotlight on our site from dusk and until dawn."
"The campground is very close to home, and a lot of people around our area (central jersey) go there yearly or have seasonal sites there, but for us, it was our first time at the campground."
5. Old Cedar Campground
"Quiet Getaway Weekend
We went to Old Cedar Campground in Monroeville, New Jersey, for a quiet getaway weekend. This is a small and basic campground, not a resort. No fancy amenities."
"The bath house(s) are centrally located near the camp office."
Check Availabilityfrom $31 - $50 / night
6. Jellystone Park South Jersey
"We stayed in Site 122, a Red Carpet Pull-Thru RV site, at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp Resort South Jersey for Father’s Day weekend."
7. Parvin State Park Campground
"The cabin featured a separate kitchenette area with regular size fridge, sink, electric stove with oven and some counter space/cupboard and rack for a hand towel."
"The cabins are more rustic than most, which I enjoyed. While there was a stove the heating, which was necessary in November, was accomplished via a stove."
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $65 / night
8. Atsion Cabins — Wharton State Forest
"Atsion cabins are excellent rustic cabins situated directly on the water. They come in a variety of sizes accommodating up to 7 or 8 people."
Check Availabilityfrom $55 - $100 / night
9. Lake Kandle
"Lake with swing and fishing and two pools. No pets no alcohol no store but they have a snack stand. Make sure to get an end campsite or your table will be by the sanitary dump."
10. Winding River Campground
"We ended up pulling in after dark since we both ended up working late and took us about 1 1/2 hours to set up our water and electrical lines were short from where we parked and they lent us loaners for"
"However, it has a state park feel with the trees. There are several seasonal sites but they don’t feel overwhelming."
Drive Time
- 25 min from Philadelphia, PA
- 31 min from Vineland, NJ
- 37 min from Atlantic City, NJ
- 39 min from Trenton, NJ
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Cabin Reviews near Atco, NJ
412 Reviews of 55 Atco Campgrounds
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John Y.ScoutOcean View Resort Campground
One of the best campgrounds I have ever stayed in
This is one of the largest, if not the largest, campgrounds in Southern New Jersey. While on the pricier side, everything is top-notch. The roads are all paved, and not gravel (I hate trying to sleep and listening to the sound of stones grating together). The sites are more spacious than most campgrounds, so it doesn't seem so crowded. The bathrooms are all modern and spotless. There are numerous bathrooms which means most sites have one nearby. They do charge a quarter for showers to encourage water conservation and donate the money to conservation causes. The pool is large, as is the lake. Both are well-maintained. The camp store is enormous and is really nice and well-stocked with everything one might need from food to pool and beach stuff to camping supplies and equipment. There is a nice cafe with indoor and outdoor seating. The camp store has a lending library of books and DVDs. There are numerous activities that appear to be well-run, The grounds are shaded with many trees for a great wooded campground feel. The campground is so large that it has an internal shuttle with stations scattered about to help people go between the various important sites such as at the pool, the lake and the store. I found other campers, particularly the seasonals, to be more friendly than other campgrounds at the shore. This requires constant tree care including removing dead trees and branches which they do regularly. The staff is friendly and well-trained. I was in a tent, and when a rare October nor'easter came through, I was offered the opportunity to use a cabin free-of-charge. Fortunately my tent and equipment made it through days of rain and high winds just fine . On my first stay in May, I had to run my dog back to Baltimore towards the end of my trip where he was sadly diagnosed with incurable metastatic cancer. When I returned, I was late and unable to check out by 11, but they allowed me to take as much time as needed to clear the site, as nobody was staying there the next day, which was deeply appreciated - I was an emotional wreck. Oh, and I found the complimentary Wi-Fi to be a great service, and sufficiently fast to allow me to stream ultra-high-definition movies at my site - Most campgrounds charge extra for less-than-good service - a lot more. I find that a big bonus. Overall, I LOVE this campground and highly recommend it.
- bbob J.
GuideAtsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest
Pine Barrens New Jersey
This campground is part of the Wharton State Forest and has several campgrounds in the area. Great wooded sites right on a lake. Pretty good separation between sites with good tree separation between sites. Some road noise not overly affecting site.
- DDiane M.Scout
Brendan Byrne State Forest
Just ok
Restrooms are filthy with mold and mildew.
Water puddled on the restroom floor.really gross.
Cabin was mostly clean. The windows were full of dirt and bugs on the tracks.mattresses were terrible.The fireplace was nice. Kitchen was clean.
Can t wait to move on to a cleaner park.
Adeline M.GuideBrendan Byrne State Forest
Beautiful campground, loud campers
Beautiful campground but made the mistake of going on a holiday weekend, the campgrounds next to us were screaming and blasting music all day and throughout the night so we ended up leaving early. A beautiful campground when there aren’t noisy capers ruining it.
Kelvin R.ScoutTohickon Valley County Park
First time camping
As far as experience it was good. The main issue was the campsite where we were was uneven and caused many of the sleeping arrangements that we had to be not level. This seems to be a specific issue to the group campsite number two as when we went inwards it seemed like everything else was much better.
- CCarlos E.Scout
Turkey Swamp Park
Really nice campground
Stayed three nights in a tent and enjoyed it very much. Sites have electrical hookups, shared water connections, large picnic table, and fire ring with adjustable grate. Electrical and water are at the outer edge of each site so you might want an extension cord and/or hose. Bathrooms are clean; showers have separate stalls but they’re clustered together (not the most private). There are hiking and biking trails, a lake, and archery park. Staff are friendly. Office is open through 9pm, and firewood, ice, and bait for fishing are available. Site C3 is in an okay spot; it’s close to the bathroom and laundry room, but also right next to the playground. We were able to visit the beach; easy 25 minute drive to Asbury Park.
Nadine R.GuideAtsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest
Not my vibe
I personally did not like this campsite. First of all, our site tag was leftover from SEPTEMBER. Did no one look at any of these sites and leave someone else’s registration posted there for almost a year? Wild. Our campsite had trash leftover from previous campers. The whole campground was loud - from other campers to just the sounds from the nearby road. If you are looking for peace it is NOT here. If you’re looking to have loud music time all night with no repercussions as your kids ride around yelling and carrying on past midnight then you’ll have a blast. The pros of this campsite was supposed to be the access to Lake Atsion but we were turned away at the gate at 12:30 as they stated they were at capacity. Checking into our campsite they specifically asked if we would be utilizing the recreation area so we would have a pass for entry, but that’s seemingly not in their logistical headcount. I would not visit here again.
John L.ScoutWading Pines Camping Resort
Poor sites
I recently stayed at Site 36, and unfortunately, my experience was very disappointing. The biggest issue was the campsite itself. Site 36 is extremely small, with neighboring campers only about 5 feet away on one side and roughly 12 feet behind the site. There was very little privacy, which made it difficult to relax. Many of the nearby sites appeared to be occupied by long-term or permanent residents. Several had large amounts of personal belongings stored under tarps, giving the area an unkempt appearance. In addition, the neighboring campsite had children's bikes, large toys, and other miscellaneous items overflowing onto the site I had rented, making it feel even more cramped. Another major concern was the constant cigarette and marijuana smoke. It was noticeable throughout much of the day, and because of the smoke, I couldn't comfortably leave my camper windows open. At over $110 per night for a full hookup site, I expected a much better experience. I understand the campground told me there were no other sites available, although I did notice a few empty sites during my stay. Whether those sites were reserved or unavailable for another reason, I can't say, but Site 346 should not be rented at this price given its condition and lack of privacy. Overall, I would not stay here again and cannot recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing camping experience. Its great for daily tubing but as a camper they lock the fence that gets you to the bridge so you have to take a long walk around although non campers can pull right up, it makes no sense to have a pass through that's locked.
Guide to Atco
Cabin accommodations near Atco, New Jersey provide year-round options for outdoor enthusiasts in the Pine Barrens region. The area sits on sandy, acidic soil characteristic of the New Jersey Pinelands, with an elevation generally under 200 feet above sea level. Winter cabin stays require preparation for temperatures that can drop below freezing, with cabins across the region offering varying levels of insulation and heating capabilities.
What to do
Lake activities: Swimming and kayaking at Wharton State Forest's Atsion Recreation Area provide refreshing breaks during summer months. "LOVE!!!! I always get site #8 and it has an amazing view of the lake. While camping at Atsion family campground, you have free access to the recreation center (the beach and some trails)," notes camper Alexa L.
Historic exploration: Pine Barrens culture can be experienced through nearby historic sites. "In the area there are historic buildings and ruins you get to by 'off roading' on all dirt roads. Great places to kayak and Pineland Adventures right down the street has wonderful trips," mentions a reviewer from Wharton State Forest.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple waterways at Wading Pines Camping Resort allow for easy angling access. A camper observed, "They have 300 camp sites spaced out nicely. All the hook ups you need. Many activities. Live music in the summer. Very nice wading river next to the camp grounds. You can tube down the river from one end of camp to the other."
Stargazing: Clear night skies offer excellent celestial viewing in less developed areas. "Our tent has a full view of the sky and at night it was like a planetarium as we admired the sky from our cots," shares a visitor to Brendan Byrne State Forest, noting the minimal light pollution.
What campers like
Waterfront sites: Direct water access at Brendan Byrne State Forest provides scenic camping locations. "We tent camped at Bodine campground in 2018. Our site was right on Wading River and we launched our kayaks right at the site!" explains camper Dina S.
Privacy options: Wooded settings create natural separation between sites. "The boundaries between neighbors are pretty much non-existent," cautions one Wharton State Forest visitor, suggesting selecting corner sites for more privacy when booking cabins or campsites.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained restrooms at Bass River State Forest enhance the camping experience. "Nice and clean campground, sandy sites. nice trails. great location. Been there a few times. will definitely go back," notes camper Stacey R., highlighting the consistent maintenance standards.
Seasonal activities: Programmed events occur regularly at many locations. "They offer so many activities during the day and text you so you don't forget," explains a Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA visitor, noting the additional organized entertainment options beyond standard amenities.
What you should know
Weather considerations: Temperature extremes affect cabin comfort in different seasons. At Atsion Cabins, a visitor discovered: "Nov 1 marks an end to cabin rentals until the Spring. Large, screened in back porch with chairs over looks the water. Full kitchen with oven and fridge. Private bathroom and real bedrooms. Big, stone fireplace…. So don't forget the wood."
Reservation timing: Advance booking is essential for popular weekends. "My friends and I stayed at Atsion during Cotopaxi's Questival in 2017. It was great! Very accessible, and Wharton State Forest was a beautiful backyard for a night!" reports Harry B., suggesting early reservations especially for holiday periods.
Packing requirements: Self-sufficient preparation necessary for more rustic cabins. "While there is electricity, there is NO heat or AC," reports a visitor to Atsion Cabins, emphasizing the need to pack appropriate bedding and clothing layers.
Water quality variations: Mineral content differs between locations. One camper at Parvin State Park noted, "The water has a very high iron content. I couldn't even use it for tooth brushing."
Tips for camping with families
Children's amenities: Dedicated play areas at Lake Kandle provide entertainment options. "Lake with swing and fishing and two pools. No pets no alcohol no store but they have a snack stand. Make sure to get an end campsite or your table will be by the sanitary dump. Large sights kids had fun," advises camper Mya M.
Educational opportunities: Nature programs teach environmental awareness. "We walked and explored, kayaked, and sang by the fire. The camp sites have plenty of room for the kids to run around and set up there own areas," shares Matthew H. about Bass River State Forest.
Safety considerations: Wildlife awareness is important in wooded settings. "It was buggy... to be expected," notes Amanda M. about Bass River State Forest, suggesting parents pack appropriate insect repellent and teach children about tick checks.
Noise levels: Variable quiet hours impact family sleep patterns. "Our neighboring transient campers were very nice. The campground is PACKED! Very busy with kids and golf carts-even kids driving golf carts," observed a visitor at Wading Pines, indicating families should consider site location relative to common areas.
Tips from RVers
Site accessibility: Road conditions vary significantly between campgrounds near Atco. At Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA, an RVer noted, "It's easy to navigate to the park from the interstate, and big rigs fit easily. I would definitely plan to stay here to visit Philly!"
Hookup variations: Water connections require preparation at some locations. "The water hookups are shared every other site (at least in the Fence Loop). I was lucky my 75' hose barely reached the distance needed. Be sure to bring extra hoses," advises a visitor to Old Cedar Campground.
Seasonal restrictions: Weather-dependent facilities impact planning. "A bit pricey for what ya get, in my opinion," notes Lawrence P. about Old Cedar Campground, highlighting the importance of researching which amenities remain accessible during your planned visit dates.
Site selection strategy: Advance research helps match RV needs to available options. "Very narrow roads to sites, so not big rig friendly there but most sites are quite large. No gravel or pads on sites, just bare ground," explains Cynthia about Parvin State Park Campground.
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