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Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA houses upscale glamping tents within a convenient 20-minute drive of Philadelphia, making it an ideal basecamp for exploring both the city and New Jersey shore destinations. The fully furnished safari-style accommodations combine rustic charm with essential comforts, featuring real beds with linens, electricity, and climate control options. For those seeking more unique stays, Wharton State Forest's Atsion Recreation Area offers lakeside glamping campsites with water access for kayaking and canoeing opportunities. Both locations maintain clean facilities with hot showers and well-maintained grounds, though amenity levels vary significantly between the private resort and state park options. "The tents were more glamorous than we had tried before, but definitely had a good combination of woodsy and comfort," one guest shared about their week-long Clarksboro KOA stay.
Several on-site recreational options are available at these glamping campgrounds near Cherry Hill Mall, with Philadelphia South KOA featuring a swimming pool (Memorial Day through Labor Day), catch-and-release fishing pond, playground, and organized activities for families. The resort's proximity to Philadelphia's historic sites makes day trips convenient, with some visitors utilizing rideshare services to access downtown attractions. Wharton State Forest glampers enjoy direct access to over 122,000 acres of Pine Barrens wilderness with extensive hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails. The nearby Batsto Village, a preserved historical iron and glass-making community from the 1700s, offers educational walking tours. According to a camper, "Nearby is the Atsion Recreation Area, which offers fishing, walking, biking and horseback trails, a lifeguard-monitored beach by the lake with restrooms and snacks during summer months."
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Cherry Hill Mall (43)
1. 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."
"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."
2. Atsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest
"AFC is also pet friendly, so bring your 4 legged furry family members, after registering them with the camp site. The individual sites are spacious with a pic-nick table and fire ring grill."
"This was a nice large site in the“pet-friendly” section(sites 26-34) of the campground. Site 34 is close to Atsion Road, so there was car noise, but it wasn’t really an issue to us."
3. Brendan Byrne State Forest
"Flat site, no tent bed, enough space to park two cars."
"First off, I will start by saying you have to drive a good amount of distance to get into the campground and that is something I really enjoyed!"
Check Availabilityfrom $3 - $60 / night
4. 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."
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $31 - $50 / night
5. French Creek State Park Campground
"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."
52 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $75 / night
6. Washington Crossing State Park - TEMP CLOSED FOR 2024
"Washington Crossing Historic Park, straddling Pennsylvania and New Jersey along the Delaware River, is one of those rare places where you can literally camp in history."
"I always look forward to going because it is consistently clean, great for riding bikes and taking pets for a walk and children for a stroll PLUS it is significant historically and it is enjoyable for"
Check Availabilityfrom $50 - $100 / night
7. Wading Pines Camping Resort
"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."
"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."
8. Parvin State Park Campground
"My wife and I chose site #10 based on its close proximity to the lake and fishing access. Even when I put my waders on, I pulled in algae almost every time. There is a ton of algae in this lake."
"Outside, to the back of the cabin, was a small deck with picnic table, a grill, and a fire ring. Beyond that you will find a path to the lake with beautiful swans."
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $65 / night
9. Lums Pond State Park Campground
"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."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $27 - $45 / night
10. Jellystone Park South Jersey
"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
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Drive Time
- 8 min from Philadelphia, PA
- 26 min from Trenton, NJ
- 44 min from Vineland, NJ
- 54 min from Atlantic City, NJ
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Atsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest
Washington Crossing State Park - TEMP CLOSED FOR 2024
Wading Pines Camping Resort
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Turkey Swamp Park
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Belleplain State Forest
Glamping Reviews near Cherry Hill Mall, NJ
579 Reviews of 43 Cherry Hill Mall Campgrounds
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james Q.ScoutBelleplain State Forest
Quiet, Clean and Friendly
We stayed at the group site campground with our horse. We found the sites to be large, and clean. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and they have fall activities for the family, at the lake and nature hikes. The porta potty's are very clean, have hand sanitizer and plenty of paper. Will be returning again in a few weeks. Plenty of trails to ride on. A true gem in our own backyard.
- Stuart K.
LegendWashington Crossing State Park - TEMP CLOSED FOR 2024
Revolutionary History near Delaware River
Nestled along the picturesque Delaware River in beautiful Bucks County, Washington Crossing Historic Park is one of those destinations where American history practically jumps out from behind every tree. This sprawling, beautifully preserved historic park commemorates George Washington's daring Christmas night crossing of the Delaware in 1776, with charming colonial buildings, expansive green spaces, shaded walking paths and lovely riverfront scenery. Divided into Upper and Lower sections, the park offers plenty to explore, from historic homesteads and interpretive exhibits to scenic picnic areas and the impressive Bowman's Hill Tower. Unfortunately, while the park delivers a wonderful outdoor experience, traditional overnight camping isn't part of the equation unless your a Boy Scout or accompanying one of their troops.
HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Spectacular Revolutionary War history at the very site of Washington's legendary Delaware River crossing; (2) Beautifully maintained grounds featuring mature trees, open lawns and scenic riverfront views; (3) Fascinating colonial-era buildings, historic demonstrations and educational exhibits that bring America's founding history to life; (4) Wonderful recreational opportunities, including walking, cycling, fishing, kayaking and picnicking; and (5) Convenient proximity to charming New Hope, the Delaware Canal towpath and Bowman's Hill Tower, offering plenty of opportunities to extend your adventure.
LOWLIGHTS: (1) No conventional public tent or RV camping, with overnight group camping restricted to organized Scout groups by prior arrangement; (2) No dedicated RV campsites, electrical hookups, water connections or dump station; (3) Park grounds generally close at sunset, limiting opportunities to linger into the evening; (4) Some historic buildings and attractions require admission fees or operate on limited schedules; and (5) Periodic restoration projects and special events can restrict access to certain areas, while the historic Washington Crossing Bridge's three-ton weight limit makes it unsuitable for larger RVs.
Happy Camping!
Maria Mercedes M.LegendRound Valley State Park Campground
Peaceful Wilderness Escape for Adventurous Families
There's something wonderfully special about escaping into nature where the only sounds are rustling leaves, birds singing and the gentle movement of water along the shoreline. Nestled among the wooded hills surrounding the beautiful Round Valley Reservoir, this rustic SP campground offers families a chance to disconnect from everyday distractions and enjoy a little wilderness adventure together. Unlike traditional campgrounds, the campsites are accessible only by hiking or boating, so getting anywhere here requires some planning and a willingness to travel light. Once you've arrived, you'll find secluded, wooded campsites with picnic tables, fire rings and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. Amenities are basic, with pit toilets and no showers, but the beautiful reservoir, scenic hiking trails, fishing and kayaking opportunities more than make up for the lack of modern conveniences. Our kids loved exploring the woods, spotting wildlife and gathering around a crackling campfire at night to share stories beneath the stars. For families comfortable with the hike, I'd recommend choosing one of the campsites along the reservoir shoreline for the lovely water views and peaceful surroundings. Just remember that swimming is limited to the park's designated beach area. Round Valley isn't your typical family campground, but for adventurous families who enjoy hiking, camping under the stars and making wonderful memories together, it's a beautiful place to experience nature at its finest!
- 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.
Thomas B.
RangerTohickon Family Campground
Simple, peaceful FHU
We stayed just a couple nights here on our way north. The camp host was helpful before our stay and during check-in. Our site was pretty isolated from the others, so it was very quiet (no complaints here). There is a decent mix of sunny sites by the river and shady sites under the trees. The weather was perfect mid September. There wasn't anything spectacular for me, but it was a good experience and it was a nice taste of fall PA scenery. Beware that the roads are tight for a big rig. Side note, it did seem like most campers lived there.
- EEmily R.Scout
Belleplain State Forest
Don’t go unless you want harassment
My check in was for 8-6-2026, and bc I’m a new driver and wanted to beat traffic I got there early (7am) so I sit there waiting till check in time. When suddenly the park police show up. He’s accusing me of camping over night there. I told him simply I wasn’t and where I was night prior (would never sleep somewhere without permission). So we go to the store to kill time before we check in. Come back for Check in and the whole staff in just the office alone were so arrogant and cold to my mom and I, leaving rude comments to us and not only where they like that but the staff outside the office was acting like that alongside the rangers and park police. They would watch us the whole visit in the distance parking there cars a little ways watching everything we did,even driving by slowly a bunch of times in just an hour alone. My mom and I couldn’t do anything with out them showing up 2 mins later. Example we were walking our dog enjoying our time(trying to) and all of a sudden one of the office ladies pulls up right in front of us speeding, parks their car, gets out and walks a distance from us standing there and taking pictures of us…. For walking our dog who’s on a leash and didn’t even do anything. The whole trip we felt uncomfortable and unwanted and to find out they police when we were going on walks where coming up to campers near us bribing them with free firewood to get any information on use (told to us by other camper). I paid a lot of money to be harassed and followed the whole time. We never did anything we abide by every rule and keep to ourselves everywhere we go. They even made my mother cry…
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.
Guide to Cherry Hill Mall
New Jersey's Pine Barrens region near Cherry Hill Mall creates a unique camping backdrop with sandy soil and a specialized ecosystem. The area maintains relatively mild temperatures compared to inland locations due to coastal influences, typically 3-5°F cooler than Philadelphia during summer months. Most campgrounds within 30 miles of Cherry Hill Mall sit at elevations between 30-100 feet above sea level, creating flat, accessible terrain for various camping styles.
What to Do
Water recreation on multiple lakes: Atsion Family Camp at Wharton State Forest offers water-based activities on its scenic lake. "Me and my girlfriends first camping trip so we're both kinda new to the whole thing. This place was great for beginners. Had plenty of space at the campsite, picnic table and fire pit. Lots to do in the surrounding area too," shares one visitor.
Fishing opportunities year-round: Several locations offer fishing within 20 minutes of Cherry Hill Mall, with options for various experience levels. At Old Cedar Campground, you'll find "two fishing areas" with bass fishing available. According to one camper, "nice for a quiet weekend" with good fishing opportunities.
Historic site exploration: The area contains significant Revolutionary War and industrial history sites. Near Washington Crossing State Park, "there are farms and animals to see, hikes along the Delaware river, Bowman's tower with a great view of the surrounding area and much more."
What Campers Like
Secluded sites despite proximity to city: Many campers appreciate the sense of isolation while remaining close to urban areas. At Brendan Byrne State Forest, "you have to drive a good amount of distance to get into the campground and that is something I really enjoyed! Made me feel super secluded and disconnected from the outside!"
Well-maintained facilities: Clean bathrooms and showers rank high on camper priority lists. One camper at French Creek State Park noted, "Bathrooms were very nice and clean with large showers. Nice area to wash dishes. Very nice playground area and clean."
Spacious campsites with privacy: Many locations offer sites with good separation between neighbors. At Lums Pond State Park, "From the moment I pulled in and observed how large the sites were, I was hooked. Bike trails, Going Ape, kayaking and peaceful."
What You Should Know
Seasonal considerations: Weather patterns affect campground operations and visitor experience. "This state park is close to Philly but has some wonderful tent sites. There are also cabins and yurts but they aren't dog friendly. Lots of nice trails."
Reservation requirements: Most popular sites require advance booking, especially during peak seasons. At Parvin State Park, "Bathrooms were clean but most of the faucets on the sinks were broken. The water has a very high iron content. I couldn't even use it for tooth brushing."
Pet policies vary widely: Some campgrounds restrict pets or limit them to specific areas. At Jellystone Park South Jersey, "Everything, including our site, was in great condition, clean, and good working order."
Tips for Camping with Families
Kid-friendly activities: Several campgrounds offer specialized programming for children. At Wharton State Forest, "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)."
Playground access: Many campgrounds feature playgrounds within walking distance of campsites. One visitor to French Creek State Park mentioned, "There are three separate loops to camp at, Loop C is the only loop that allows pets, plus an area for large group camping which can accommodate anywhere from 30 to 60 people."
Glamping options for beginners: For families new to camping near Cherry Hill Mall, New Jersey glamping sites provide an easier entry point. "We tent camped at Atsion in 2015: had flush toilets and was close to the checkin station/store as well as the beach on the lake. Some sites were right on the water and the sites were very big."
Tips from RVers
Hook-up availability: RV campers should check electric and water availability before booking. At Lums Pond State Park, "Sites are full hook up with about 5 tent sites. All are pretty much level. Close to shopping if needed."
Navigating narrow roads: Several campgrounds have access challenges for larger rigs. One camper at Parvin State Park noted, "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."
Seasonal limitations: Many RV-friendly sites close during winter months. "We paid $46 per night plus fees for a FHU 50 Amp Back-in site(#56). This place is a gem, even among nice state parks."
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