RV campgrounds near Collingswood, New Jersey often operate with seasonal schedules varying by location, with some facilities fully closing from late fall through early spring. This suburban Philadelphia-adjacent community sits in the Delaware Valley region at approximately 30 feet above sea level. The area's hot, humid summers contrast with mild winters, creating a camping season that primarily runs April through October, though some parks remain open year-round.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: At Lake Kandle in Sewell, campers can enjoy fishing in the small lake alongside swimming options. "Lake with swing and fishing and two pools. No pets no alcohol no store but they have a snack stand," notes Mya M.
Visit historic sites: Within 10 minutes of Village Scene Park you can explore Morgan Log House with its colonial history. As Stuart K. mentions, "For history buffs, check out nearby Morgan Log House, which has some nice historical significance and is super close to VSP."
Beach excursions: Many campgrounds serve as bases for Atlantic Ocean beach trips. An Amanda M. review of Shady Pines Campground notes, "We stayed because we love nearby Brigantine beach and it was a last minute booking... There's a cute brewery right around the corner and a burger place called Tony Beef."
What campers like
Swimming facilities: Multiple campgrounds feature swimming pools and small lakes for water activities. At Mays Landing Resort, campers appreciate the recreational options. Herbert explains, "The playground was great my daughter really enjoyed the scavenger hunt. The miniature golf course could have been maintained better, but it was so inexpensive I couldn't consider it an issue."
Weekend activities: Many parks organize regular social events. Melissa noted about Holly Acres RV Park, "Had the best Halloween weekend here! Been twice & will go back next year." Similarly, at Mays Landing Resort, one camper shared, "The Halloween decorations were the best... It was definitely a vibe."
Transportation access: The location provides convenient access to Philadelphia. According to one camper at Village Scene Park, "Nearby there's a SEPTA Doylestown / Landsdale regional rail line stop that will pretty much give you all of the direct access to the city without having to bother with driving through any of the traffic to enjoy Philly."
What you should know
Site conditions: Many campgrounds feature uneven terrain requiring leveling equipment. At Mays Landing Resort, Daniel C. observed, "Site are very unleveled so the staff switched us to a pull thru space that was a tad bit more level but still very unleveled."
Long-term residents: Several RV parks near Collingswood cater to extended-stay campers. As Sonyia W. noted about Mays Landing Resort, "This is more like a long term stay place that has a couple of short term sites... we were surrounded on all sides by permanent RVs."
Seasonal operations: Most campgrounds in the region close during winter months. Thousand Trails Chestnut Lake in Port Republic operates from "April 1 to November 1," as do many others, though Village Scene Park remains open "All year" for those needing winter accommodations.
Bathroom facilities: Quality varies significantly between parks. Amanda M. commented on Shady Pines Campground: "We have a small TT so my family did utilize the bathrooms for shower conveniece after the beach and they were SUPER clean."
Tips for camping with families
Consider site location: Request sites away from common areas if seeking quiet. At Mays Landing Resort, Danielle S. advises, "F15 is on the high side and slightly larger site, request it if you can."
Check for water hazards: Some campgrounds have unfenced water features. One camper warns, "Parents of small children and toddlers: the tent loop is surrounded by water on 3 sides. There is no safety fence. The water is mostly standing water so expect mosquitoes."
Playground access: When traveling with children, note available play areas. Yamileth K. reported about Mays Landing, "It does have a nice playground for the little kids," making it suitable for families with younger children despite other drawbacks.
Noise considerations: Weekend entertainment can disturb early bedtimes. "On Saturday night, there is a DJ and a dance party from 7-10 pm. It is extraordinarily loud and somewhat impossible to navigate a car through that many people," notes one camper.
Tips from RVers
Leveling requirements: Many sites require substantial blocking for leveling jacks. Matt S. shared about Shady Pines, "The much bigger problem was that it sloped so much it was impossible to level. I didn't have enough blocks to prop up the leveling jacks enough to level the RV."
Site selection strategy: Request multiple site options if possible. As one RVer noted, "While we didn't have a problem finding sites, the first night we stayed our neighbors were partying late into the night- not good when we have two young children with us. We moved the next morning and our next site was wonderful."
RV-specific amenities: Full-hookup capabilities vary by park. Layne commented on Holly Acres, "Camp sites well spaced out. Plenty of privacy," while another camper mentioned its "level pull-thru with 50-amp electric, water, sewer, wifi, and cable" accommodations.
Access routes: Some campgrounds have challenging entry points. Cyn D. observed about Mays Landing Resort, "spots are super crowded with really narrow, winding streets. It was a maze," suggesting caution when navigating larger rigs.
