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Camping near Westville, NJ
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Westville, New Jersey serves as a convenient base for accessing multiple established campgrounds within a 30-mile radius. Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA, located just 10 miles southwest in Clarksboro, offers tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping options with full amenities. Other developed campgrounds in the region include Old Cedar Campground in Monroeville and Lake Kandle in Sewell, both providing mixed-use facilities for various camping styles. The proximity to Philadelphia makes this area particularly valuable for urban campers seeking weekend getaways while remaining close to city attractions.
Seasonal availability varies significantly among the mixed-use campgrounds near Westville. Many facilities operate from April through October, though some like Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA remain open year-round. One camper noted, "We stayed here in the off season while there was snow on the ground. We pulled through, hooked up, slept and left early the next am." Advance reservations are strongly recommended during summer months when facilities reach capacity, especially on holiday weekends. Most campgrounds in this region feature relatively flat terrain with paved access roads suitable for standard vehicles and larger RVs. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the area, with most campgrounds offering WiFi connectivity, though signal strength varies by location.
Developed campgrounds in the Westville area frequently receive positive reviews for their family-friendly amenities and maintenance. The Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA consistently earns high ratings for cleanliness and facilities. A visitor mentioned, "The bathrooms were the cleanest I've ever seen on any campgrounds ever. Sparkling." Campers often highlight the convenience of accessing Philadelphia attractions while staying in a more natural setting. Sites with water features like fishing ponds or swimming pools tend to be particularly popular with families. While many campgrounds prohibit alcohol consumption and some restrict pets, most offer recreational activities and amenities like playgrounds, fishing opportunities, and organized events during peak season. Tent and RV sites are typically well-maintained with appropriate hookups for various camping needs.
Best Campgrounds near Westville (131)
1. Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA
"We did Chinatown and walked part of the Schuylkill River trail which we accessed by parking near Fairmount Park."
"In addition to the peaceful vibe, the people are friendly, the little office store has everything you forgot to pack, and if you look around the campground edges or follow the walking trail into the woods"
2. Atsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest
"Atsion Family Campground Off US 206 and about 1/2 a mile up Atsion Road in New Jersey’s Wharton State Forest, you’ll find the Atsion Family Campground."
"It was a great location, closest site to the water with beautiful views. Super convenient if you're a Kayaker, you can launch right off that spot. Its a huge site, away from other sites."
3. 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."
"Not close off the highway, but wooden sites. Seems as though people spend their summers there. Pool was beautiful and looked new. Mini golf was decrepit and looked abandoned. Store was nice."
from $31 - $50 / night
Check Availability4. Group Camp — Ridley Creek State Park
"well marked trails great for hiking. pet friendly! we love walking here with our dog. there are even a few great spots to get a small creek swim in! It also has a greag picnic area with grills."
"We found a lot of really unique sites around the park. Will keep going back"
from $57 / night
Check Availability5. Philly Love Boats at Pier 5 Marina: Urban Glamping
from $120 - $145 / night
Check Availability6. Hospitality Creek Campground
"The park was easy to find and located a short distance from the highway. We were met at the entry gate with a personalized folder containing lots of helpful information for our stay."
"We love the lake side campsites."
7. Tinicum Island
8. Four Seasons Family Campground
"They have many amenities form a lake to swim or fish, to playgrounds,theres a convenient store and even an arcade, and the best part is all the farms around."
from $50 - $150 / night
Check Availability9. 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. Fort Washington State Park Campground
"It's almost 500 acres filled with trails, woods,and river. I usually go to the parking right off of Militia hill rd.and Skippack Pike intersection."
"m following up on my review from over a year ago with new photos, updated weathered campers’ tales and a quick snapshot of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS: HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Rustic group camping nestled in nearly"
from $28 - $72 / night
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Drive Time
- 13 min from Philadelphia, PA
- 34 min from Vineland, NJ
- 35 min from Trenton, NJ
- 46 min from Atlantic City, NJ
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Recent Reviews near Westville, NJ
853 Reviews of 131 Westville 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!
- Stuart K.Legend
Lowe's - W Windsor
Upscale Parking Paradise at This Home Fixer-Upper
Located just off US Route 1 in the upscale Princeton area, this spacious Lowe's serves up a surprisingly pleasant patch of pavement for weary road warriors looking to catch some shut-eye. Set back roughly 80 yards from the highway, this big blue home improvement retailer offers a generously sized parking lot with relatively manageable traffic, good maneuverability and a quieter atmosphere than you might expect from such a busy suburban retail corridor. The western and southern edges of the lot are particularly appealing for an overnight stay, and with Trader Joe's, Starbucks and several other retailers nearby, convenience certainly isn't in short supply. Better yet, the store management was friendly and accommodating when we called ahead to arrange our overnight visit.
HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Spacious, paved parking lot with plenty of room to maneuver larger rigs; (2) Convenient access to US Route 1 and nearby I-95; (3) Western and southern parking areas offer quieter spots away from the busiest customer traffic; (4) Excellent nearby conveniences, including Trader Joe's, Starbucks and several dining options; and (5) Friendly store management that welcomed our overnight stay, plus surprisingly good opportunities for outdoor recreation nearby.
LOWLIGHTS: (1) Some daytime retail traffic and occasional road noise, although nothing terribly disruptive; (2) No RV hookups, dump station or dedicated overnight camping facilities; (3) Parking areas closest to the store can become crowded during business hours; (4) Limited greenery and little of the scenery you'd expect from a traditional campground; and (5) While the overnight experience was excellent, this is still a commercial parking lot rather than a destination for an extended stay.
Happy Overnighting!
Andrea B.
TravelerColonial Meadows Family Campground
Great park
Many long term seasonal sites. Good community. Large shower house good and clean . Pool. Game room. Off leash dog park. Wooded/shady sites or no shade sunny sites. Lots of area to walk or play. Large field, basketball couture, frisky golf, play area and laundry room. We were here all summer (June-october). Lots to do in the area. Good food nearby. Ocean city 10 minutes away.
- 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…
Guide to Westville
Camping spots near Westville, New Jersey exist within the coastal plain geography with elevations typically under 100 feet above sea level. Most local camping areas feature relatively flat terrain with mixed pine and deciduous forest coverage. Westville's mild mid-Atlantic climate allows camping from early spring through late fall, though humidity levels can reach 80-90% during summer months.
What to do
Hiking trails accessibility: Wharton State Forest's Atsion Family Camp offers multiple access points to Pine Barrens trails. "Hiking along the creek was great," notes one visitor about nearby trails, while another camper explains, "In addition to the peaceful vibe, the people are friendly, the little office store has everything you forgot to pack, and if you look around the campground edges or follow the walking trail into the woods, you will find wonderful native plants like blueberry, viburnum, clethra, and meadow beauty."
Fishing opportunities: Multiple ponds and creeks provide freshwater fishing across camping areas. At Old Cedar Campground, a camper reports, "Nice playground, basketball court, 2 fishing areas. Almost all the seasonals are new(er) campers and even the older ones are well maintained." Another mentions that "fishing was great - yes they caught bass" while enjoying the water features.
Birding locations: Fort Washington State Park offers specialized bird observation areas within 25 minutes of Westville. A reviewer highlights that "you'll be particularly interested as from this very spot you can view the beautiful raptors that migrate here on a seasonal basis in both the Spring and Autumn, wherein you can view their splendor from the wonderfully built Observation Deck." The park attracts "Dark-eyed Junco, Common Loon, Blue Heron, Osprey, Cooper's Hawk, Bald Eagles" and many other species.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campgrounds in the region maintain high standards for bathrooms and common areas. About Hospitality Creek Campground, a visitor shares: "The pools are nice and have on-duty lifeguards all day. We rode our bikes around, enjoyed time on the lake in a rented paddleboat, and had a blast at the 70s-themed live concert at the pavilion on Saturday night." The campground also provides delivery service: "They'll deliver firewood, ice, and food from the camp store to your site—that's classy."
Urban proximity with nature access: Many campers appreciate being near Philadelphia while enjoying natural settings. As one camper at Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA writes: "I couldn't wait to turn down Timberlane Road and see that little KOA sign glowing in the darkness. In addition to the peaceful vibe, the people are friendly, the little office store has everything you forgot to pack." Another visitor noted it's "a 20 minute ride into Philly and Uber was was quick and responsive."
Water recreation access: Many campgrounds feature lakes, ponds or pools for swimming and boating. One visitor at Four Seasons Family Campground states: "Very nice campground with plenty of things to do for the kids. Beautiful pool, very nice playground and arcade. The fishing was good everytime we've went." Another camper explains that "Lake with swing and fishing and two pools" creates an enjoyable environment for families.
What you should know
Seasonal restrictions: Most campgrounds near Westville operate on limited schedules. Old Cedar Campground runs from "April 21 to October 9" according to their official season dates. One visitor mentioned, "If you find yourself needing supplies, there's a walmart and other stores only 15-20 mins away" - helpful since many campground stores reduce inventory in shoulder seasons.
Site variations: Significant differences exist between sites at most campgrounds. At Lake Kandle, a camper advises, "Make sure to get an end campsite or your table will be by the sanitary dump. Large sights kids had fun." At Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA, a visitor observed, "The park is better looking toward the back but the sites are kind of crowded together and bare."
Utility connections: Water hookups at some campgrounds have unusual configurations. One camper at Old Cedar Campground warns: "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." Another noted, "We had to pay $50 per night for a tent site that was sandy mud."
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Schedule around organized events that many campgrounds offer. A visitor to Hospitality Creek Campground shared, "We really like this place and can't wait to book a trip for next season! We rode our bikes around, enjoyed time on the lake in a rented paddleboat, and had a blast at the 70s-themed live concert at the pavilion on Saturday night."
Age-appropriate considerations: Different campgrounds cater to different age groups. A reviewer at Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA noted, "The staff was very friendly and the tents were more glamorous than we had tried before, but definitely had a good combination of woodsy and comfort. The only thing we didn't really like was that there are A LOT of RV sites...also next time we will look for somewhere with opportunities for hiking and various activities."
Budget planning: Additional fees for children and activities can increase costs. One camper at Hospitality Creek Campground mentioned, "Reservation only includes 2 people - it's 8.00 per day for each additional person." Another visitor highlighted the value of these fees: "For $8 per day the grandchildren were able to play miniature golf, swim in the pool (they had pool toys to borrow) fish...every Saturday they had an organized activity for the kids."
Tips from RVers
Site access considerations: Several campgrounds have challenging access roads or tight turning areas. At Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA, a camper noted: "The entire park itself is fairly small as well. The hookups were fine, cable was good, wifi was fairly fast but was prone to disconnects. Lots of shopping nearby, fortunately for me because I had to run to Home Depot for a quick repair item."
Utility planning: Prepare for variable hookup quality and availability. One RVer at Old Cedar Campground shared: "We stayed in Site# 51 in the Fence Loop- a pull-thru with 50-amp, water, and sewer. The hookups seemed to work just fine. The all-grass site just fit our 37' motor home." Another camper mentioned that "The website, posted signs, confirmation email, and check-in instructions all included a list of strict rules regarding conduct while on property."
Connection challenges: WiFi reliability varies significantly between campgrounds. A visitor to Hospitality Creek Campground reported: "There's just one complaint. It's 2022, people. We need (not want) working wifi. The park's wifi didn't work most of the time and was too slow when it did work to allow streaming or working on the computer. We had a rainy day and would've loved to watch movies on TV, but couldn't."
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Westville, NJ?
Which is the most popular campground near Westville, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Westville, NJ is Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA with a 4.3-star rating from 22 reviews.
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