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Best Campgrounds near Mantua, NJ

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Campgrounds near Mantua, New Jersey include a mix of private and public facilities catering to various camping preferences. Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA, located approximately 15 minutes southwest of Mantua, offers full hookup RV sites, tent camping areas, and cabin rentals with year-round availability. Within a 30-minute drive, campers can access Old Cedar Campground in Monroeville and Four Seasons Family Campground in Pilesgrove, both providing options for tent camping, RV sites with hookups, and cabin accommodations. These developed campgrounds typically operate from April through October, though some maintain limited winter availability.

Road conditions throughout the region remain generally good, with most campgrounds accessible via paved roads. Several campgrounds in the area feature both pull-through and back-in sites that accommodate various RV sizes, including big rigs at select locations. "This campground was so well maintained. There was so much to do there - a pool, lake, horseshoes, cornhole, playground, big pillow and even more," noted one camper about the Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA. Weather considerations impact camping experiences, with summer months (June-August) typically hot and humid, while spring and fall offer milder temperatures ideal for outdoor activities. Many campground options maintain seasonal operation schedules, with most closing between November and March.

The camping scene near Mantua features a range of amenity levels across mixed-use campgrounds. Facilities like Lake Kandle in Sewell provide lake access, swimming pools, and cabin rentals that appeal to families seeking recreation-focused stays. Public lands such as the Atsion Family Camp in Wharton State Forest (about 45 minutes east) offer more natural settings with fewer amenities but greater immersion in woodland environments. A visitor to one local campground observed that "the bathrooms were the cleanest I've ever seen on any campgrounds ever. Sparkling." Most developed campgrounds in the region provide shower facilities, restrooms, and picnic tables, while some also feature playgrounds, fishing ponds, and organized activities. Proximity to Philadelphia (about 20 minutes away) makes these campgrounds convenient bases for those wishing to combine outdoor experiences with urban exploration.

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Best Camping Sites Near Mantua, New Jersey (131)

    1. Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA

    20 Reviews
    Paulsboro, NJ
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (856) 423-6677

    "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. Old Cedar Campground

    11 Reviews
    Monroeville, NJ
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (856) 358-4881

    $31 - $50 / night

    "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."

    3. Four Seasons Family Campground

    8 Reviews
    Pilesgrove, NJ
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (856) 769-3635

    $50 - $150 / night

    "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."

    4. Hospitality Creek Campground

    12 Reviews
    Winslow, NJ
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (856) 629-5140

    "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."

    5. Atsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest

    23 Reviews
    Hammonton, NJ
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 268-0444

    "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."

    6. Group Camp — Ridley Creek State Park

    10 Reviews
    Gradyville, PA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 892-3900

    $57 / night

    "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"

    7. Parvin State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Rosenhayn, NJ
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (856) 358-8616

    $20 - $65 / night

    "There are grocery stores close by like Walmart about 20 minutes away. The beach is nice and clean. We rented canoes near the beach."

    "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."

    8. Tinicum Island

    1 Review
    Essington, PA
    7 miles
    Website

    9. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - Elmer

    10 Reviews
    Elmer, NJ
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (856) 451-7479

    "They are new-ish Shasta campers, queen bed, 1 slide, rear bunks, 2 entrances. Very clean. Water area is great, splash pad is very fun so is the large blow up slide and pool area."

    "I think the lale could use a little cleanup with the amount of bobbers, string and mess left behind by people. There have ao many cabins its crazy and alot of seasonal rentals."

    10. Lake Kandle

    1 Review
    Glassboro, NJ
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 589-2158

    "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."

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  • Ali P.
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Homestead Campground

    Here for a week

    Beautiful park. Looks like only 2 of the spots are for campers, rest are full time residents. The farther back you go in the park the worse condition the rv are. At time of visit the closest bathroom was under repair, it happens. Aggravating issues: Dump station has no water. People walk their dogs right thru your camp site and then don’t pick up after them.

    But yea, beautiful place

  • Gennifer K.
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Sea Pirate Campground

    Lots to do

    The park was great. Very close to local sites like Tuckerton Seaport. Lots of activities on site including fishing, a heated pool, hot tub, and a couple of playgrounds. Bathrooms were very clean and well maintained. They had several activities and sent text reminders of what was going on

  • M
    Oct. 6, 2025

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Hard with a large group

    Harder to do with a large group due to the early quiet hours, but park is very nice and well kept

  • Aly E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 2, 2025

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Dog owners read!

    There’s four loops. All connected A through D. We just needed a place to park and sleep so I got D011. Got there at 11pm and the D loop says no pets allowed. Not sure why when they are at every other loop but we had no where else to go and the area is pretty far off from anywhere else so the ol lab stayed in the camper. The bathrooms are tile and really nice with showers. And it was really quiet and chilly so a nice fall camp site. Just know ahead of time if you’re a dog owner!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Village Scene Park

    Tucked-Away Community Vibe

    I’m following up on my review from over a year ago with updated insights, additional photos and a quick breakdown of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS: 

    HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Convenient suburban location near Philadelphia yet surprisingly quiet; (2) Full-hookup RV sites with 30 / 50 amp, water, and sewer; (3) Affordable rates compared to other campgrounds in the region; (4) Smaller, tight-knit atmosphere with friendly long-term residents; (5) Pet-friendly, with walking areas and green space; and (6) Nearby restaurants include Franconi’s Pizzeria for classic pies and cheesesteaks and Appalachian Brewing Company with pub fare and house-brewed beers. 

    LOWLIGHTS: (1) Sites are narrow and can feel cramped, so don’t expect big pull-throughs; (2) Limited amenities with no pool, clubhouse, or playground; (3) Grounds feel more like a residential mobile home park than a campground; (4) Some infrastructure is dated and could use upgrades; and (5) Not much in the way of natural scenery because, um, this is urban camping. 

    Happy Camping!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Fort Washington State Park Campground

    Where George Washington Would've Ditched His Tent PPE

    I’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 500 acres of lush forest that is perfect for history buffs and nature lovers alike; (2) Potable water and non-flush restrooms available year-round, because even Revolutionary War re-enactors need coffee breaks; (3) Over 3.5 miles of trails leading to Hawk Watch observation decks, which birders will marvel at and the rest of us will simply appreciate the vista; (4) Group tenting area that fits 20 to 100 people that is ideal for clans, clubs or covert woodland think tanks; and (5) Convenient to Philly (25 min), great for escaping crowds while still being able to Uber for donuts.

    LOWLIGHTS: (1) No RV or tent-by-the-river solo camping: group-only policy means solo adventurers need to carpool or carry heavy guilt; (2) Bathrooms are primitive and non-flush, so BYOTP as it’s campground chic here, not hotel lobby convenient; (3) Carry-in / carry-out trash policy means becoming one with your garbage until civilization or squirrels show up; (4) Cell service is ‘iffy’ at best, depending on how hard the woods are trying to keep you offline; and (5) No campfire tales about campers as noise is limited and so are late-night s'mores sessions.

    Happy Camping!

  • Aly E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 28, 2025

    Batona — Wharton State Forest

    Good spot to sleep

    The camp road was kinda hard to get around direction wise you couldn’t tell what was a road and what was a campsite. It was Saturday night and only two other campers but one was a huge group but thankfully not too loud. Two pit toilets that was pretty bad shape but we are used to disperse camping without toilets so we didn’t complain.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Washington Crossing State Park - TEMP CLOSED FOR 2024

    History and Camping with Revolutionary Limits

    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. The Pennsylvania side is all about historic buildings, museums and picnic spots, while the New Jersey side (Washington Crossing State Park) offers organized group tent camping. This isn’t the place for a cushy RV getaway or individual tenters looking to sneak in for the night, but rather a structured, group-style camping steeped in Revolutionary War atmosphere. First impressions? More Boy Scout jamboree than weekend getaway, but if you’re here for camaraderie and heritage, you’ve hit the mark.

    Facilities are deliberately minimal. On the Pennsylvania side, camping is limited to a handful of Scout-designated sites with portable toilets, no running water and zero frills. Across the river in New Jersey, the official group camping area provides open tent-only sites with no hookups, no pets and strict quiet hours. Think old-school camping: fire rings, pit toilets and a heavy dose of ‘leave no trace’ ethos. Reservations are required, permits are non-negotiable and the max stay tops out at 14 nights. What you do get is a wide, peaceful forest setting with plenty of space for tents, youth groups or scout troops along with the kind of simplicity that makes you feel like you’ve stepped back in time.

    Beyond the tent pads, the surrounding parks are rich with history and outdoor options. On the Pennsylvania side, you’ll find the visitor center, historic McConkey’s Ferry Inn, Bowman’s Hill Tower, and interpretive programs that bring the Revolutionary War era to life. Picnic areas and a boat launch offer ways to enjoy the Delaware River. In New Jersey, miles of wooded trails lead you through rolling hills and historic landscapes, perfect for hiking and birdwatching. It’s a spot where history buffs, scouts and nature seekers can all find common ground.

    Insider Tips? Here’s a handful: (1) The best group sites are the ones tucked furthest from the trailhead as (surprise, surprise) they’re quieter and offer more privacy; (2) Stock up before arriving, as there are no supply stores inside the park, so head on over to nearby Weis Markets in Langhorne or ShopRite in Fairless Hills, both of which are on the PA-side; (3) Be sure to bring all your own water as none is available onsite; (4) Kayakers should launch from the Pennsylvania side’s boat access for an iconic paddle on the Delaware River; (5) Visit the park’s historic reenactments, especially the Christmas Day Crossing event as it’s easily the most memorable history lesson you’ll ever get outdoors; and (6) When you’re done camping, fuel up at It’s Nutts Restaurant on the Jersey side in Titusville for classic diner-style comfort food or Francisco’s on the River for Italian fare with Delaware River views.

    Happy Camping!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Alverthorpe Private Park

    Urban Camping Bliss

    I’m following up on my review from over a year ago with some refreshed insight, additional photos and, well, because once wasn’t enough, here’s a quick reel of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS: 

    HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Hidden slice of suburban woodland tucked just outside Philly that is serene enough to reset your social media–addled brain; (2) Flat, open terrain scattered with tall shade trees makes pitching your tent feel practically pastoral; (3) Surprisingly solid cell signal (T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T all wave hello), which is rare in inner-density camping and handy for emergency pizza delivery orders; (4) Short walk to a quaint lake and four-sided chimney for marshmallow toasting that offers low-key charm with built-in ambiance; and (5) Tons of shade completely shroud the entire campground area, so no need to bring those pesky shelters for added coverage. 

    LOWLIGHTS: (1) No restroom drama on the way in, but once you’re past the control building, basic camping reality bites; (2) Ancient shelter and group pavilion are charming in a ‘needs new plumbing’ sort of way; (3) Reaching the camping area involves navigating uneven steps as you won’t be able to drive to your actual campsite, which is great for adventure, but bad for sprained ankles; (4) Feels like a weekend-only myth where the park closes on holidays and deals in ‘control building hours’; and (5) This place is known to be full of litter and in dire need of some ground maintenance, so you might just want to bring an extra garbage bag and a rake to help out.

    Happy Camping!

Guide to Mantua

Camping near Mantua, New Jersey, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun-filled family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Enjoy scenic trails at Lums Pond State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "Had a nice time camping for two nights. If you like small breweries, about 20 minutes away is Stewarts Brewpub."
  • Fishing and Boating: At Turkey Swamp Park, you can fish or rent boats on the 17-acre lake. A visitor shared, "The lake has fishing & boat rentals. No gas motors."
  • Exploring Historical Sites: Visit nearby Revolutionary War battlefields while staying at Turkey Swamp Park. One reviewer noted, "This was my favorite campground on our trip! I really enjoyed camping here!"

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers at Atsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest. A reviewer said, "Clean bathrooms, always super clean."
  • Spacious Campsites: Many enjoy the large, private sites at Brendan Byrne State Forest. One camper mentioned, "The individual sites are spacious with a picnic table and fire ring grill."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA offers a variety of activities for kids. A visitor noted, "There was so much to do there: a pool, lake, horseshoes, cornhole, playground, big pillow, and even more."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to nearby roads or other campers. At Atsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest, one camper mentioned, "There is also a fair amount of plane traffic from a small local airport."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For example, Batona — Wharton State Forest has basic facilities with no showers or electric hookups. A reviewer stated, "The bathrooms are very basic. Fresh water pump is located at the entrance to the campground."
  • Wildlife Awareness: Be cautious of wildlife, especially bears at Batona — Wharton State Forest. One camper advised, "Bears frequent this campground so be bear aware and practice proper food storage."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Plan Activities: Choose campgrounds with plenty of activities. Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA has a playground and organized events. A parent shared, "The place is so clean including the bathrooms. Everyone we came in contact with staff-wise was so friendly."
  • Pack Bug Spray: Mosquitoes can be a nuisance, especially in warmer months. A camper at Brendan Byrne State Forest warned, "The mosquitoes are bad in the summer, so plan for that."
  • Choose Secluded Sites: Look for campsites that offer privacy. A visitor at Turkey Swamp Park mentioned, "We had a site on the perimeter, which are forest views."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Hookups: Ensure your chosen campground has the right hookups for your RV. At Lums Pond State Park Campground, a camper noted, "Full hookups on all sites."
  • Be Prepared for Sand Roads: Some campgrounds, like Batona — Wharton State Forest, have sandy roads that can be tricky. A reviewer said, "The road into the campground is about 1 mile of loose sand."
  • Plan for Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds have poor cell reception. A visitor at Turkey Swamp Park mentioned, "Cell service was fair. No WiFi."

Camping near Mantua, New Jersey, offers a mix of fun activities, clean facilities, and beautiful nature. Just be prepared for some noise and plan accordingly for a great outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Mantua, NJ?

According to TheDyrt.com, Mantua, NJ offers a wide range of camping options, with 131 campgrounds and RV parks near Mantua, NJ and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Mantua, NJ?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Mantua, NJ is Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA with a 4.3-star rating from 20 reviews.

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

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

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