Best Campgrounds near Tabernacle, NJ

Campgrounds near Tabernacle, New Jersey range from established resorts to basic state forest camping within a 30-mile radius. Sun Outdoors Cape May and Belleplain State Forest provide notable options for visitors seeking varied camping experiences. Most campgrounds in the area accommodate tents, RVs, and cabins, with several offering glamping alternatives like teepees and yurts. The region includes both private campgrounds with full amenities and more rustic state park facilities, particularly along the coastline where beach access becomes a primary attraction.

Road access to most campgrounds is straightforward with paved routes suitable for all vehicle types. The camping season typically runs from April through October, with a few facilities remaining open year-round. "We stayed at Holly Acres Campground in Egg Harbor City, New Jersey, for Labor Day weekend. Our site was a level pull-thru with 50-amp electric, water, sewer, wifi, and cable," noted one visitor. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for summer weekends and holiday periods when coastal campgrounds reach capacity. Weather conditions remain mild through most of the camping season, though Atlantic storms can impact coastal sites. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the region, with some campgrounds offering Wi-Fi access. Water hookups are standard at most established campgrounds, though water pressure can vary.

The proximity to Atlantic beaches represents a significant draw for many campers in the area. Several campgrounds provide convenient access to Cape May, Ocean City, and other shore destinations within a 10-20 minute drive. A visitor remarked, "This campground is located less than two miles from Exit 17 off the Garden State Parkway. It's a short drive from popular shore towns including Avalon, Sea Isle City, Cape May, and Ocean City." Private campground facilities commonly include swimming pools, camp stores, and organized activities. Sites at state parks like Belleplain State Forest typically offer more privacy with wooded surroundings and access to hiking trails, fishing, and boating. Campground density increases closer to shore areas, while inland locations tend to provide more spacious sites and natural settings with fewer amenities but greater seclusion.

Best Camping Sites Near Tabernacle, New Jersey (105)

    1. Sun Outdoors Cape May

    26 Reviews
    Tabernacle, NJ
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (609) 886-1234

    "Stayed in a drive through, patio site with full hook-ups. It was situated on a corner spot. A lot of RV, golf cart, bike, and people traffic due to the location."

    "The front of the park is close to the pool and store- if pool noise is a concern you should stay further back. A mix of seasonal,"cabins" and overnight camping. Park was very clean."

    2. Cape Henlopen State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Lewes, DE
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 645-2103

    $35 - $105 / night

    "My group was there, on two adjacent sites, from Sunday to Tuesday, in early June. The weather could not have been more ideal! We were on sites G12 and G13, which were both really large."

    "There is also a section of walk-in tent sites, each with 1 parking spot semi close by. (Bring a wagon if you stay at one of these)."

    3. Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort

    18 Reviews
    Tabernacle, NJ
    0 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 884-4010

    "Great Location and close to Cape May City. 10 min drive to Washington Street Mall. Lots to do during the day."

    "Beautiful main building. close to a lovely walking trail."

    4. Beachcomber Camping Resort

    10 Reviews
    Tabernacle, NJ
    0 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 886-6035

    $42 / night

    "A beautiful wooded campground close to the beaches of Cape May, New Jersey. Very family oriented and really a great place for adults too."

    "Lots to do and the beautiful beaches of Cape May, New Jersey are a short 10 minute drive. The different types of camping/glamping experiences exceeded my expectations."

    5. Belleplain State Forest

    22 Reviews
    Woodbine, NJ
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 861-2404

    "They allowed me to drive around first and pick out a campsite before checking in. They charge $5 extra for a dog. So far it is very quiet and that's what I was looking for."

    "Very nice campground tucked away in southern NJ. Clean facilities. Plenty of space for our tent. lake for swimming and you can rent boats. nice hiking trails and playground."

    6. Ocean View Resort Campground

    15 Reviews
    Dennis, NJ
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 624-1675

    "It's very close to everything, but you don't even need to leave the campground! There are a ton of activities!"

    "We went to Ocean View Resort in New Jersey to kick off the 2022 season in our new Fleetwood Discovery LXE. And we’re glad we did! "

    7. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Bethany Beach, DE
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 227-6981

    $35 - $352 / night

    "We stayed in a full hook up site, and we found the campground to be clean, well maintained and so close to the beach."

    "The really great aspect of Delaware Seashore State Park is your close proximity to the water. The park is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, the Indian River, and Indian River Bay."

    8. The Depot Travel Park

    3 Reviews
    Cape May, NJ
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 884-2533

    "Good site location"

    "This campground is centrally located to many activities in Cape May. Campground is well maintained. Sites are very close together."

    9. King Nummy Trail Campground

    3 Reviews
    Cape May Court House, NJ
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Great location close to Cape May and Wildwood."

    10. Shellbay Campgrounds

    3 Reviews
    Cape May Court House, NJ
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 465-4770

    "I remember my excitement to go camping, meet other kids at the campground, and have plenty of things to do close by (beach, shopping, swimming pool)"

    "Looking for a trip to the Jersey shore (near Stone Harbor, Avalon, Wildwood, Cape May, & more) - look no further than Shellbay Camping Resort."

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Recent Reviews near Tabernacle, NJ

621 Reviews of 105 Tabernacle Campgrounds


  • Tiffany P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 22, 2025

    Ocean View Resort Campground

    Lots of fun

    This place had a lot to do with kids! Lake, pool, ice cream, arcade, mini golf, mining station, activities. Does get very crowded and definitely have to book a head. We loved where our site was located. Will definitely be visiting again.

  • Evan C.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Redden State Forest Campground

    Secluded and improving

    8/15/2025

    Arrived after dark to find that I had the campground to myself. As noted in other reviews, turn right as you drive past the office/house and let yourself in through the closed (but unlocked) gate. Since the last review, it appears they've added 11 sites on a branch if you bear left after the gate. These sites (8-18) are level, packed gravel pads with benches, fire pit, grill, and picnic table. The restroom featured on the map is just a portalet, but there is plenty of overflow parking in that branch. Apparently you're not supposed to pull onto the gravel with your vehicle, just park parallel to the road alongside it. 

    Another note about the gravel - can't get stakes in. Plus, it's a pine forest and I didn't want to get sap on my tent so I didn't tent adjacent to the pad amidst the pine needles. I did drive around the right branch (sites 1-7) in the morning to find that they are dirt/grass sites and probably would be ideal for tenting/staking (and in case you haven't guessed, I don't have a freestanding tent). The area is densely forested with pines and is quite pleasant in that regard.

  • colleen C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay

    Awesome!

    We loved it. Great for a long getaway or a quick one like ours. Loved our stay. It was clean and full of fun.

  • B
    Aug. 5, 2025

    Strawberry Crossroads

    A work in progress.

    We had a nice time & plan on returning.

  • C
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort

    Pros and cons

    We have been to this campground twice. First time everything was very clean and lots to do. The last time things had slipped a little bit. Campground was definitely not as clean. The first time there was staff riding around picking up garbage and keeping things neat. Last time it seemed like it was just a bunch of teenagers flying around on golf carts not doing much. Almost all the games were broken in the arcade. Plus a lot more seasonals. The seasonals also have a lot of political flags with profanities. Not very family friendly! Pros love the pool, lake, waterslides, and proximity to cape may Cons broken equipment, kids racing golf carts all hours of the nights, lots of seasonals with over the top decorations, with flags with profanities and cleanliness slipping. We will try it again. Hopefully they were just having an off year.

  • Frank J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 24, 2025

    Belleplain State Forest

    Relatively new to this

    Stayed in site 116 in CCC section (only section with electric and water). Good privacy. Check-in went smoothly. Staff at office said all the roads in the CCC section were 2-way. Not wide enough in my opinion but we didn't have a problem. Restrooms/showers were ok. Sea Isle City is not too far away if you're into the Jersey shore, restaurants, live music.

  • A
    Jul. 23, 2025

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches

    Great First Camping Trip

    My family tent camped for 1 night here at site 190. Decent array of electrical hookup options. My kids had a blast in the water area with the pool and large slides. It was our first time camping and we had trouble sleeping due to groups around us having fun until 11, but overall it was a really great experience and we will be returning

  • Joshua N.
    Jul. 19, 2025

    Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort

    Some issues

    The campsite is very nice except for a few issues not have not been addressed over the many years we have been coming here. First, the WIFI is absolutely terrible! I have complained before and it never improves. 2nd, when we checked in, we were told that there currently no cable TV. We were told to stream which was terrible as I stated above. Last, there was an older gentleman that works there as a pool attendant. He told one of the guests that vaping is not allowed in the fenced area of the swimming lake in a scolding tone and told the guest that it's against the rules and that he did not make up the rules. He then ran off to find the woman in charge of the pools(her name is Marie). She came in hot on her golf cart like Bo Luke in the Dukes of Hazzard and came over to the guest and started yelling at the guest like she committed murder. Totally uncalled for!!! She has an absolutely terrible personality and should not be working in the hospitality industry. There were a few other staff members that were very rude towards guests(including us). When I'm paying over$1000 for a week here, I expect to be treated much better. We almost felt like we were bothering the staff. We have seen Marie many times over the years and never see any behavior changes. The staff could use a good training session on hospitality and appreciation that guests come here to relax and spend a lot of money here to do so, so they are employed.

  • M
    Jul. 6, 2025

    Holly Acres RV Park

    Nice campground

    The sites are on the smallish side, but the staff is super nice and the facilities are maintained and clean


Guide to Tabernacle

Camping near Tabernacle, New Jersey, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are several campgrounds nearby that cater to different needs.

What to do:

  • Explore the beach: Many campers enjoy the nearby beaches, especially at Delaware Seashore State Park Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "The beach is super close! We went to take our dog for a walk and it was shallow enough for me to walk out a bit."
  • Visit historical sites: Check out Fort Miles for some World War II history. A visitor at Cape Henlopen State Park Campground said, "This park has a LOT of activities: the beach, a nice nature center."
  • Bike and hike: There are great trails for biking and hiking. One camper noted, "Love Henlopen. Beautiful setting, all blacktopped sites, clean functional bathhouses, great hike/bike trails."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Killens Pond State Park Campground mentioned, "Overall, it was a pleasant experience where we could enjoy a chill woodsy environment, campfire, and relatively above-average cleanliness for the bathrooms."
  • Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A reviewer at Ocean View Resort Campground said, "The site we stayed in was enormous. Lots of mature trees provide shade and privacy."
  • Family-friendly activities: Campgrounds like Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches have tons of activities for kids. One parent shared, "Kids loved the splash pad."

What you should know:

  • Busy weekends: Campgrounds can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A camper at Cape Henlopen State Park Campground noted, "Very hard to snag a spot for a weekend. It's always busy."
  • Limited privacy: Some sites are close together, which can affect privacy. A visitor at Seashore Campsites & RV Resort mentioned, "These campsites are packed together. It is nearly impossible to not disturb neighbors."
  • Weather considerations: Be prepared for changing weather conditions. A camper at Delaware Seashore State Park Campground said, "Unfortunately, there was a big rainstorm that night so some of the sites were flooded."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Plan for activities: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly amenities. A parent at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches said, "There are a TON of mostly free activities for kids, which is awesome."
  • Choose spacious sites: Opt for campgrounds that offer larger sites for more room to play. A reviewer at Ocean View Resort Campground mentioned, "The sites are big. The bathrooms are a little old, but we really enjoy camping there."
  • Bring outdoor games: Keep kids entertained with outdoor games. A camper at Beachcomber Camping Resort noted, "The entire family had fun. Kids were super happy about all the activities this campground has to offer."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site dimensions: Make sure your RV fits the site. 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."
  • Look for full hookups: Many RVers prefer campgrounds with full hookups for convenience. A visitor at Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay said, "Our paved site was just a few steps to a private beach which was really nice and clean."
  • Be mindful of noise: Some campgrounds can be noisy, especially near busy areas. A camper at Seashore Campsites & RV Resort mentioned, "Lots of airplane noise all day (due to local airport)."

Camping near Tabernacle, New Jersey, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Tabernacle, NJ?

According to TheDyrt.com, Tabernacle, NJ offers a wide range of camping options, with 105 campgrounds and RV parks near Tabernacle, NJ and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Tabernacle, NJ?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Tabernacle, NJ is Sun Outdoors Cape May with a 4.1-star rating from 26 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Tabernacle, NJ?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Tabernacle, NJ.