Best Camping near Atlantic City, NJ

Atlantic City is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that New Jersey camping has to offer. Discover great camping spots near Atlantic City, reviewed by campers like you.

Best Camping Sites Near Atlantic City, NJ (93)

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    1. Bass River State Forest

    17 Reviews
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    113 Saves
    Tuckerton, New Jersey

    Campsites: There are 176 tent and trailer sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Flush toilets, showers and laundry facilities are within walking distance of all sites. No hook-ups provided. Each site accommodates a maximum of six campers, two vehicles (including trailers) and two tents. Trailer sanitary station is open March 1 through November 30. Campsites are open all year.

    Group Campsites: Six group campsites with water and pit toilets are within walking distance. Each site accommodates a maximum of 25 campers. Parking is directly on the site. Open all year. We highly recommend that group leaders carefully estimate their group size so not to overestimate because refunds cannot be made later. Six licensed vehicles only are permitted to park on each group campsite, within the campsite limit signs. Additional vehicles (two per site) are required to pay $5 per night and park in the designated parking area.

    Lean-tos: There are nine accessible lean-tos located on the south shore. All lean-tos have a hardwood floor, woodburning stove, outdoor picnic table, fire ring and grill. Flush toilets, showers and laundry facilities are close by. Lean-tos are open year round and accommodate a maximum of six people. Pet Friendly Camping South shore campsites 1 through 85 are designated pet friendly. There is an additional charge of $5 per night if you bring a pet. Pet friendly camping is limited to domestic dogs and cats with a maximum of two pets per camping permit. A Pet Registration and Certification form is required during the check-in process which will be retained in the area files. Dogs and cats must have current rabies vaccinations. Written proof of the pet's current rabies/distemper vaccine and license (if a license is required by the resident's state) must be provided during the check-in process. Pets are not permitted in cabins, shelters or lean-tos.

    Shelters: Six shelters located along the north shore of Lake Absegami, each with two bunk rooms, one double-deck bunk in each room, a living room with a picnic table and bench, wood-burning stove and screened double door. All shelters have an outdoor grill for cooking, fire ring, table and benches. Flush toilets and shower facilities are within walking distance. Shelters are open from April 1 through October 31 and accommodate a maximum of four people.

    Cabins: Six cabins located along the north shore of Lake Absegami contain a living room and fireplace; two bunk rooms with double-deck bunks; kitchen with running water, electric stove, refrigerator; bathroom with shower, toilet and sink; and electricity. The screened-in porch faces the lake and there is an outdoor fire ring, grill for cooking, picnic table and bench. Cabins are open April 1 through October 31 and accommodate a maximum of six people.

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    2. Belleplain State Forest

    19 Reviews
    26 Photos
    74 Saves
    Woodbine, New Jersey
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    3. Baker's Acres Campground

    14 Reviews
    14 Photos
    89 Saves
    Eagleswood, New Jersey
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $43 / night

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    4. Ocean View Resort Campground

    14 Reviews
    53 Photos
    91 Saves
    Dennis, New Jersey

    Ocean View Campground invites you to the finest in family camping at New Jersey's largest privately owned campground. Here on our 180 wooded acres, you will love your spacious, shaded campsite and OVR's modern camping conveniences. Each of our 1173 campsites is equipped with 20/30 amp electric service, water, sewer, and cable TV as well as a fire ring and picnic table. Your little ones will have a blast at our new splash pad! We have many 50 amp camping sites as well as 40 pull thrus that can accommodate the largest of RV's. Jersey shore memories are waiting to be made at Ocean View Resort Campground for you and your family.

    Located midway between Atlantic City and Wildwood, Ocean View Resort Campground is only three miles from the finest and safest beaches on the NJ Shore. Nearby you can enjoy championship golf courses, fine restaurants, boating, kayaking, salt water fishing, crabbing, dolphin & whale watching, sightseeing cruises, theatres, bird sanctuaries, water parks, The Cape May Zoo, The Cape May Point Lighthouse (and other nearby lighthouses), Wildwood's famous boardwalks, as well as Atlantic City's dazzling shows and exciting casinos.

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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Atsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest
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    6. Wading Pines Camping Resort

    16 Reviews
    68 Photos
    40 Saves
    Chatsworth, New Jersey
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    7. Sun Outdoors Cape May

    26 Reviews
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    50 Saves
    Tabernacle, New Jersey

    Holly Shores Campground is a 38 wooded acre camping resort is nestled in Cape May County just four miles from Wildwood and Cape May beaches. We offer 300 large, oak and maple tree shaded, full hook-up campsites and 40+ Deluxe Rentals, Safari Glamping Tents and Tiny Houses.

    Loads of amenities including free WiFi, Cable, two playgrounds, lush dog park, heated pool, kiddie pool, two hot tub spas, golf cart rentals, bike and kayak rentals, game room, and nature trail to the adjacent fishing lakes run by New Jersey Dept of Fishery.

    We also welcome group camping; family reunions and scout troops.

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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  • 8. Whippoorwill Campground

    8 Reviews
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    62 Saves
    Ocean City, New Jersey

    Whippoorwill offers the finest in resort accommodations in a wooded, seashore vacation setting. With campsites set in sheltering woods, Whippoorwill is truly a relaxing and friendly option from among the mind-boggling selection of camping choices in the Jersey Shore region. Our sites are level and wooded, all including a picnic table and a fire ring and most featuring a three-way hookup with cable TV.

    Whippoorwill accommodates any type of camping unit, from a tent to a large motor home. Or, perhaps you would like to settle into one of our cozy, air conditioned cabins.

    At the campground, recreational facilities include an Olympic-sized pool, separate kiddies’ pool, tennis and volleyball court, sand playground, a snack bar, our new Gym, Youth Recreation Center and more. Planned leisure time fun includes activities for both children and adults such as Pool Games, Aqua Zumba, Bingo, and many other fun activities. Some “themed” events include”Christmas in July,” “Wet-n-Wild weekend,” “Halloween in August,” and our famous “Pig Roast.”

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $43 / night

  • 9. Thousand Trails Chestnut Lake

    6 Reviews
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    42 Saves
    Port Republic, New Jersey

    Located near the Mullica River, just east of where it empties into New Jersey’s Great Bay, the Chestnut Bay RV Campground offers a quiet place to park your rig away from the hustle and bustle of nearby Atlantic City. Bordered by small Chestnut Lake on one side, and the Port Republic Wildlife Management Area on the other, the campground offers nearly 200 full- and partial-hookup sites. Most sites are back-in, open and grassy with picnic tables. There are also tent sites and several fully-equipped cottages available to rent. The campground’s central area has restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities, as well as a clubhouse, adult lounge and small store. A dump station is located near the campground entrance. Dogs are permitted, but must remain leashed. Campsites are $55/night; reservations accepted. There are numerous outdoor activities available right in the resort for keeping the young and young-at-heart occupied. There’s a sandy playground for kids, plus a swimming pool, putt-putt golf course, horseshoe pits, volleyball and basketball courts, and fishing on Chestnut Lake. There are also hosted activities, such as arts and crafts classes, card and bingo games, and community dances and potlucks. The historic village of Smithville is just a few minutes south on Highway 9, where you can wander along cobblestone streets and peruse the village’s shops, eateries and ice cream parlors. When you’re ready to visit Atlantic City and the famous Jersey Shore and Boardwalk, it’s just 30-minute drive away. There you’ll find an abundance of dining, shopping and tourist attractions, as well as nightlife and adult entertainment.

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    • Phone Service
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    • RVs
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424 Reviews of 93 Atlantic City Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Ocean City Campground & Beach Cabins
    September 14, 2024

    Ocean City Campground & Beach Cabins

    Great place

    I went there very often as a kid with my mom and her husband my grandparents met Wonder earful friends had a blast it was such fun going there for weeks at a time ine time went for a whole month it's good to see it still looks the same

  • Camper-submitted photo from Wading Pines Camping Resort
    August 31, 2024

    Wading Pines Camping Resort

    Close to home Campground

    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. The campground was full of plenty of amenities like basketball, volleyball, cornhole, playground, pool, crafts, bands, a lake, and fishing. The place was clean, and there was no garbage around.

    The positives were there were plenty of things to do and they also have this great river that goes through the place so you can walk and throw your tube in and float to the other side of the park 30 mins later get out and do it again. They campground will also bring you up the river further and drop you off on a canoe trip. There is an added cost for rental. I like that they allow you to bring your own golf cart and/ or electric scooters or bikes. They had an old school playground which was better then any new one out there. The store was fully stocked with anything you could possibly want or need. They had a band which played Saturday night and people lined up golfcarts from all over and just lived for this concert.

    The negatives are for me campgrounds spots were right on top of one another but they were big spots they dont have tons of trees or shade which. They did have many seasonal sites, which sometimes turns me off and can make the place look a little trashy. The other negative was that the pool was freezing because they would pump water out every night. Someone told us there was an issue with the chemicals, and the pool looked greener every day. The bathrooms by the pool were older and always dirty.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Swamp Park
    August 30, 2024

    Turkey Swamp Park

    My favorite!

       We stayed in New Jersey for our 5th campground on the East Coast: Turkey Swamp Park in Freehold. This is a County park.

     Near some Revolutionary War battlefields.

     I really liked this park! They have 2283 acres. A 17 acre lake. Some hiking trails & a nice campground! The sites are all pullthrough. There's lots of vegetation for "privacy". We had a site on the perimeter, which are forest views. Only problem is none of the roads are paved. All are packed sand. We could tell it rained recently because of the muddy tracks. Fortunately it didn't rain while we were there!

      Shower/bathrooms are clean, but dated. They're checked regularly. The bath house is for the entire campground. 3 out of the 4 women's were working. There's a shared dressing area. 

    There's a laundry that doesn't take quarters. EPay. 

    There's a nice playground in the campground.

     They have 3 cabins for rent, with forest views.

     The lake has fishing & boat rentals. No gas motors. There's no swimming at the lake. Cell service was fair.. No WiFi. 

    They have an archery range. 

        This was my favorite campground on our trip! I really enjoyed camping here! There's a rustic retro quality to the place. I adored the campsites & I didn't see any really bad ones.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Brendan Byrne State Forest
    August 28, 2024

    Brendan Byrne State Forest

    Nice spot in the pines

    We stayed on a mon/tues at the end of August and the campground was fairly empty and quiet except for a few generators running & air planes/ helicopters going over. There is an air force base in the area.

    Site 33 is the back corner so we did get a bit more traffic going past to get on the sand trails. There is also background noise from the road, but not too loud. There are not many RV sites in the 3 loops - just a handful which is a shame because many of the sites marked as tent only look like they could easily accommodate most RVs, especially smaller rigs.

    The dump station is locked so get the combo from the office if you want to use it. The ranger station is a bit of a drive from the camping area so if you don’t have cell service make sure you get it at check in.

    Go down to the pond and check out the carnivorous plants- one of the most unique things in this area!

    Several choices for hiking, but it’s the pine barrens so it is flat and sandy and ticks can be overwhelming at some times of the year.

    Overall this is one of the nicer & quieter options for pine barrens camping

  • Camper-submitted photo from Atsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest
    August 21, 2024

    Atsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest

    Ok camp spot- nice if you can get lakefront

    We did 2 weekday nights with our dog and 19’ RV in Aug ‘24.

    The dog friendly sites are limited & not the sites with lake access. It will also cost an extra $5/night.

    Check in was confusing as it is across the street & closes promptly at 4pm. (Not at the recreation area where we pulled in first)

    Site 34 was close to the road with regular traffic noise & car headlights even shined in the camper at night. There is also a fair amount of plane traffic from a small local airport…and several other campers were running generators so it was not exactly quite camping.

    Bathrooms are the typical old nj state park set up- it does the job but it’s seen better days. Dump station works well with trash & recycling drop off next to it. The roads are soft sand and can get rough after a rain storm.

    If you are looking to kayak or canoe on the lake it has a ramp to drop in. That is the main attraction here & there is a beach on the other side of the lake.

    Overall- nothing too special It’s not a site I would return to unless we could get water front, but dogs are not allowed there - so we won’t be rushing back because of that & the proximity to the road .

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ocean City Campground & Beach Cabins
    August 19, 2024

    Ocean City Campground & Beach Cabins

    Weekend Get Away

    My familiy an I stayed at Ocean City Campground for a weekend get away. The staff was was very friendliy and the campstore/snack stand was impressive. The campground has a nice pool and covered area. They also had organized activities. The site we had was nice, It was level and well kept as were all the other sites we saw. The sights do seem a little on the smaller side though. Cell service with AT&T was good overall. This campground is about a 15 minute drive from Ocean City. There are plenty of stores close by as well.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort
    August 12, 2024

    Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort

    Use to be Good

    This was our 5th and final trip to this campground. This time campground seemed to have LOTS OF little things that needed upkeep.

    Positive - close to Cape May, nice pool

    Negative - lots of airplane noise all day (due to local airport), nightly sites are slowly being turned into permanent sites. Lake seemed filled with algae on sides. Store was nice but not stocked as previous trips.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Sun Retreats Avalon
    July 24, 2024

    Sun Retreats Avalon

    Well Kept

    We stayed here for 4 nights.  We usually stay at a different campground but we unable to book there so we thought we'd try out SRA.  Upon arrival we were met by a pleasant man at the gatehouse who gave us our parking pass, gate key, and map.  Our site was easy to find and parking was easily maneuvered.  

    The grounds were well kept, the pool was clean, the bathhouse was clean AND air conditioned!!!!!  Loved the mini golf.  Every staff member we encountered was friendly.  This is a nice, flat campground so great for bike riding.  While there are MANY seasonal sites, we never felt unwelcome - quite the opposite!

    We were kind of annoyed by the loud music of other campers.  It was late (but not yet quiet hours), we were in our camper, with our air conditioner running and our TV on, and we could still hear their music.  This only happened one night but it went on for hours.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Bass River State Forest
    July 8, 2024

    Bass River State Forest

    Close to restaurants and Walmart. Lots of bugs during summer.

    I went there in late June and it was my first time camping. The campsite was clean overall. Staff were friendly and helpful.

    There was no platform, so you need to set up the tent on the ground. Most of the sites were not on grass but just dirt ground.

    Going camping in a forecast during summer time might not be the best idea. There were many bugs and many of them got in my tent as I forgot to zip the door after setting it up.

    The bathroom (shower room?) was reasonably clean, but I have only been to this camp site, so there is no comparison. One of the restroom has broken lights.

    There is little to no signal inside the park. But once you drive out, you will have some signal. The campsite is close to a Walmart and a few other restaurants, which is good.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Lake & Shore
    June 18, 2024

    Thousand Trails Lake & Shore

    The rules are a little over the top for us, but the place was nice.

    I get you need to have rules to keep order, but when I say the people at this campground were a little extra, I mean it. We stayed 2 nights at Land & Shore and the first night was Friday night and all 6 families that are members with our own sites were hanging out around a fire pit and at 1016pm someone security person drove by with one headlight and told us at 11pm we would have to pit our fire out. I think it was a little bit overkill and there was other campers that had a fire going, we were not being loud or anything and when she came by or anything so we didn't understand the urgency of telling us that, plus when did quiet time mean you couldnt sit by the campfire. The next day when I was in the hot tub my daughter walked up to me to ask if I could get her a drink and she was not about to get into the water but the over concerned lifeguard walked up to say ... you need to be 18 to be on the hot tub and we all looked at each other that were in, and the old man next to us says well we all are and he said we'll she's not and he replied for me l, that good thing she wasn't in then ... let a parent be a if you see someone not obeying the rules, okay, but we were, and we don't need your 2 cents because you're not even 18. I liked the area but wouldn't go back to this same campground, the sites are way too close for me and your practically on top of your neighbors, but we went with family so... the beach is within 10ish minutes and is beautiful but your suppose to have passes, we biked around the area and along the beach it was very nice. I did like the lake and waterpark. However, the water in the waterpark was ice cold.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Jellystone Park South Jersey
    June 17, 2024

    Jellystone Park South Jersey

    Relaxing Father's Day Weekend

    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. This was our third stay at this campground, but the first since new owners took over and converted it to a Jellystone. 

    THINGS I LIKED: 

    1. Everything, including our site, was in great condition, clean, and good working order 

    2. Our site was directly across from the Pavilion which was great for Saturday night’s live band 

    3. Our site included a nice concrete pad big enough to park our 45’ motorhome+ toad 

    4. Our site was roomy with plenty of mature shade trees 

    5. The pool and surrounding amenities are nice and clean including lake, snack bar, and ice cream 

    WOULD WE COME BACK? 

    Absolutely, this is a nice place for a few days of downtime.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Belleplain State Forest
    June 4, 2024

    Belleplain State Forest

    Nice campground with private sites

    nice clean campsites with good electric and water hookups. Great activates at the lake and playground. Site was level. Bath house was a little run down , but serviceable.  Overall good value for the price.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Bass River State Forest
    June 3, 2024

    Bass River State Forest

    Great spot

    The campground was clean and well maintained.  It's very close to civilization but you get the camping experience.  There were a lot of ticks when we stayed in May so keep that in mind.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ocean City Campground & Beach Cabins
    May 31, 2024

    Ocean City Campground & Beach Cabins

    Memorial Day weekend

    Very nice campground! It seems as everything has recently been updated! Pool was very nice with splash pad for the kiddos. Pavilion and camp store was brand new. Mini golf was Free yes free and also new. They also had a nice corn hole area. Our site was one of the bigger sites and was easy to back into. Site 181. Would recommend and we will be returning!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Bass River State Forest
    May 19, 2024

    Bass River State Forest

    Still a great campground

    Bass River has become my go-to destination for quick weekend getaways. The south shore campground has a ton of sites with varying degrees of privacy, but all are easy to get to and within a short walk of the restrooms.

    The staff at this location is fantastic. I wanted to make some adjustments to my reservation and they took care of everything without issue. The only noise you’ll get is from Stage Road, but it doesn’t have a continuous flow of traffic, especially at night. Amenities nearby include Walmart, Tractor Supply and Wawa, all within a 10-minute drive. I haven’t done much hiking here, but they do have a few great trails.

    Overall, this a great campground for just about anyone.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ocean City Campground & Beach Cabins
    May 12, 2024

    Ocean City Campground & Beach Cabins

    Great place for a weekend near the Jersey shore!

    We stayed at Ocean City Campground for the Newmar Kountry Klub Mid-Atlantic States Rally. 

    THINGS I LIKED: 

    • Park is within 30-minutes drive-time to Cape May, Ocean City, and Wildwood 

    • Everything we saw was in great condition, perfectly working order, clean, and looked new 

    • Had fun interacting with staff, especially Leslie and Mitch 

    THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH: 

    • Having to leave to go home!! 

    • Our site(#220) could barely accommodate our 45’ motorhome— but we made it work 

    WOULD WE COME BACK? 

    • Absolutely, this is a nice place with lots of places to see in the area.
  • Camper-submitted photo from Belleplain State Forest
    April 28, 2024

    Belleplain State Forest

    Quiet stay

    We had a great time out at Belleplain! The only downside is the cell service, but it’s not their fault! The park itself was very quiet, clean, and they even had parks for our littles to play at! The restrooms were clean as well- which to me is a BIG PLUS! A lot of the campsites are very spacious as well, which was nice, as we have a large family and a large tent! Pets are also allowed with no size restrictions with vaccination records and a leash!

    They have kayaks available to rent to row across the peaceful Nummy Lake. They also have events regularly scheduled for things to do with your family and friends, like bird watching for instance! They also have hiking trails and bikes!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Chestnut Lake
    April 26, 2024

    Thousand Trails Chestnut Lake

    typical thousand trail campground

    pros

    pull through

    friendly front desk

    clean showers and toilet

    free cable

    great lounge

    close to Long Beach Island and Atlantic city

    well kept area

    nice pool and playground

    right off the parkway- easy to get to and easy to go places

    Cons

    small unshaded campsites

    I liked it and would go back

  • Camper-submitted photo from Atlantic Shore Pines Campground
    April 8, 2024

    Atlantic Shore Pines Campground

    Great Stay at Atlantic Shore Pines Campground!

    My family and I stayed here this weekend. The campground is now known as Atlantic Shore Pines. This place is very close to Bass River State Park with lots of hiking and outdoor activities. Restaurants and stores in Tuckerton are just a few minutes away. This campground is about 20 minutes from LBI, and 35 minutes from Ocean City. The site we had was a pull through and very spacious. The whole place was quiet and clean. The staff was very friendly and helpful. AT&T cell service was great. We will definitely stay here again.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Belleplain State Forest
    March 24, 2024

    Belleplain State Forest

    Nice park, annoying people

    Stayed there in October. All the electric sites are usually booked weeks or months out so stayed on the North Shore area with no hookups. Site 27 which basically in attached to site 26 with a trail shortcut entrance between them. Constantly had families walking through our site even through there actual entrance was just a few yards down the road. Had a large group spread over sites 20 to 24 with there chairs, bikes, games all overhanging or completely set up in the road and they gave you attitude whenever you needed to drive though. Park Rangers did nothing about it when told about it. The bathrooms were ok but the smaller toilet rooms were nasty. The CCC and Meisle field side is much nicer with larger spread out sites and cleaner nicer bathrooms.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Sea Pirate Campground
    March 13, 2024

    Sea Pirate Campground

    Closing out the camping year 2023

    Came the weekend before the real Halloween, and the grounds were pretty deserted. We rented a golf cart and did some of the activities like painting and playing bingo. It was a cooler bit. It was still a very nice weekend for october. We enjoyed the grounds they are beautiful with the pools, lake, and ocean. It has a great store with basically everything you could need. The arcade left a lot to be desired and could use some more things. We took a hayride around the park, which was fun. Would Def go back!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Batona — Wharton State Forest
    December 4, 2023

    Batona — Wharton State Forest

    Primitive Campground on the Batona Trail

    The Batona Campground in Wharton State Forest is a small campground best suited for tent campers. It can get busy (and rowdy) on weekends. The road into the campground is sand.

    A water pump provides fresh water but is not available in the winter. There's at least two pit toilets in the campground - don't expect luxury.  Bears frequent this campground so be bear aware and practice proper food storage. 

    Best part about the campground is that it's right on the 50 mile Batona Trail so it's a great stop-over assuming you've made reservations. No first-come first-serve. Site 6 is one of the more private sites as it's tucked into the back corner.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Parvin State Park Campground
    November 9, 2023

    Parvin State Park Campground

    Easy Camping

    Great spot, not the easiest to find with google maps but we managed. Our site was nice and secluded. Site 51 easily fit 3 tents and 2 cars. Definitely beware of chiggers and ticks! Deet is necessary. There are grocery stores close by like Walmart about 20 minutes away. The beach is nice and clean. We rented canoes near the beach. We were told not to go in the water outside of the roped off area where the life guards are because of the algae. Overall would recommend for a weekend. Bathrooms were clean and had hot water for showers in August.



Guide to Atlantic City

Camping near Atlantic City offers a great mix of outdoor fun and easy access to the beach. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Beach Access: Many campgrounds are just a short drive from the beach. For example, Cape Henlopen State Park Campground is close to the ocean and has trails leading to the beach. One camper mentioned, “There are paths to the beach that we rode our bikes on. Breathtaking sites for camping.”
  • Historical Sites: Explore local history at places like Fort Miles, which is nearby. A reviewer at Cape Henlopen State Park Campground noted, “This park has a LOT of activities: the beach, a nice nature center, and biking is hugely popular.”
  • Fishing and Biking: Many campgrounds offer fishing and biking trails. At Turkey Swamp Park, one visitor said, “The lake has fishing & boat rentals. No gas motors. There’s no swimming at the lake.”

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Holly Shores Camping Resort remarked, “The grounds were well kept. The pool area looked nice and there were plenty of bathhouses.”
  • Friendly Staff: Many campers mention the helpfulness of the staff. One reviewer at Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA said, “Everyone we came in contact with staff wise was so friendly.”
  • Activities for Kids: Campgrounds like Sun Outdoors Cape May offer plenty of activities for families. A camper noted, “There was so much to do there: a pool, lake, horseshoes, cornhole, playground, big pillow, and even more.”

What you should know:

  • Busy Weekends: Many campgrounds fill up quickly on weekends. A visitor at Turkey Swamp Park mentioned, “Very hard to snag a spot for a weekend. It’s always busy.”
  • Site Sizes Vary: Some sites can be small, so check the dimensions before booking. A camper at Cape Henlopen State Park Campground advised, “Watch the site dimensions or you might not be able to fit your vehicle AND camper on the site.”
  • Noise Levels: Be prepared for some noise from nearby roads or airports. A reviewer at Seashore Campsites RV Resort noted, “There was lots of airplane noise all day.”

Tips for camping with families:

  • Plan for Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and organized activities. At Holly Shores Camping Resort, one family said, “The staff and fellow campers are friendly.”
  • Pack for the Beach: If you’re near the coast, don’t forget beach gear. A camper at Cape Henlopen State Park Campground mentioned, “We had a great time there. Sorry we had to leave.”
  • Check for Pet Policies: If you’re bringing pets, make sure the campground allows them. A visitor at Turkey Swamp Park noted, “They have 3 cabins for rent, with forest views.”

Tips from RVers:

  • Big Rig Friendly: Some campgrounds are better suited for larger RVs. A reviewer at Bass River State Forest said, “The sites are spacious and not on top of each other.”
  • Dump Station Access: Make sure to check the location of dump stations. A camper at Brendan T. Byrne State Forest mentioned, “The dump station is locked so get the combo from the office if you want to use it.”
  • Road Noise: Be aware of potential road noise. A visitor at Atsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest noted, “There was some low flying air traffic going in to the joint base nearby.”

Camping around Atlantic City has something for everyone, whether you’re looking for a beach escape or a quiet retreat in nature.

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