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Water/power at the campsite, and and centrally located dump station. Lots of trees and nice separation of sites
Glamping near Long Beach, NJ
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Sea Pirate Campground, Wading Pines Camping Resort, and Long Beach RV Resort offer upscale glamping accommodations within easy reach of Long Beach Island's pristine shores. These destinations feature a mix of glamping options including safari tents, yurts, and premium canvas accommodations equipped with comfortable bedding, electricity, and climate control systems. Many sites include private decks overlooking scenic woodland or lakefront settings. One guest shared, "We stayed at Sea Pirate Campground in a glamping tent and loved it. The heated swimming pool was large and the water crystal clear. There is so much to do that we did not even get to it all." Each glamping location provides well-maintained hookups, clean grounds, and friendly staff who ensure guests enjoy a comfortable outdoor experience without sacrificing modern conveniences.
Seasonal activities at these glamping destinations enhance the luxury outdoor experience while maintaining convenient access to Long Beach Island beaches approximately 25-30 minutes away. Timberline Lake Camping Resort features an expansive lake with designated swimming areas, fishing opportunities, and water recreation options specifically for glamping guests. The spacious safari tents at Atlantic Shore Pines Campground provide proximity to Bass River State Park's hiking trails and outdoor activities. According to a camper, "Very clean and friendly staff! We can't wait to return, not far from LBI." Many glamping units include private fire rings, picnic tables, and access to well-stocked camp stores with essentials and firewood. Most glamping accommodations remain available from April through October, with some premium geodesic domes and canvas structures offering extended season availability through Halloween-themed weekends featuring special activities and decorated sites.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Long Beach (22)
1. Sea Pirate Campground
"We stayed in a level pull-thru site(#516) with picnic table and grill/fire pit. The site was big enough for our motor home and toad. Full hook-ups with 50-amp service."
"We stayed at Sea Pirate Campground in West Creek, New Jersey, for a week in mid-August We’re so glad we did! "
2. Long Beach RV Resort
3. 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."
4. 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!"
from $3 - $60 / night
Check Availability5. Atlantic Shore Pines Campground
"The site was spacious and right across from the bathrooms. Bathrooms were very clean. The ladies in the front office were very kind and welcoming. Only about 25 minutes from Long Beach Island."
"Very nice campground-- good sized sites, well maintained hookups, clean grounds, friendly staff, well-stocked campstore."
from $65 - $220 / night
Check Availability6. Timberline Lake Camping Resort
"Nice quiet campground right on a huge lake, good fishing, dog beach, human beach, awesome pool. Tons of activities. Great staff. Tents and RVs welcome."
from $45 - $60 / night
Check Availability7. 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."
8. Turkey Swamp Park
"we hiked one of the few trails in the morning and it was clean and well marked. we kayaked after that and the one thing that wasnt very great was that we brought our own kayaks so we had a decent walk"
"Nicely wooded with water and electric. Be sure to bring extra hose because the water spigot is a distance from the electric. sites are level and well maintained."
from $42 - $79 / night
Check Availability9. Allaire State Park - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
"Love the area lots to do hiking fishing nature walks, something for everyone."
"Lots of walking paths surround the park & you are also close to Belmar, Point Pleasant, Manasquan (all fun shore towns)."
10. Hawkins Bridge — Wharton State Forest
"Hawkin's Bridge campsite is located in the western portion of Wharton State Forest along the Wading River. The Pine Barrens overall have a fascinating ecosystem."
"This is a primitive campsite near the river. There is water but just compost toilets that are bit few for the size campground."
Drive Time
- 42 min from Atlantic City, NJ
- 1 hr 9 min from Vineland, NJ
- 1 hr 10 min from Trenton, NJ
- 1 hr 12 min from Philadelphia, PA
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Glamping Reviews near Long Beach, NJ
209 Reviews of 22 Long Beach 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.
- JJohn Y.Scout
Ocean View Resort Campground
One of the best campgrounds I have ever stayed in
This is one of the largest, if not the largest, campgrounds in Southern New Jersey. While on the pricier side, everything is top-notch. The roads are all paved, and not gravel (I hate trying to sleep and listening to the sound of stones grating together). The sites are more spacious than most campgrounds, so it doesn't seem so crowded. The bathrooms are all modern and spotless. There are numerous bathrooms which means most sites have one nearby. They do charge a quarter for showers to encourage water conservation and donate the money to conservation causes. The pool is large, as is the lake. Both are well-maintained. The camp store is enormous and is really nice and well-stocked with everything one might need from food to pool and beach stuff to camping supplies and equipment. There is a nice cafe with indoor and outdoor seating. The camp store has a lending library of books and DVDs. There are numerous activities that appear to be well-run, The grounds are shaded with many trees for a great wooded campground feel. The campground is so large that it has an internal shuttle with stations scattered about to help people go between the various important sites such as at the pool, the lake and the store. I found other campers, particularly the seasonals, to be more friendly than other campgrounds at the shore. This requires constant tree care including removing dead trees and branches which they do regularly. The staff is friendly and well-trained. I was in a tent, and when a rare October nor'easter came through, I was offered the opportunity to use a cabin free-of-charge. Fortunately my tent and equipment made it through days of rain and high winds just fine . On my first stay in May, I had to run my dog back to Baltimore towards the end of my trip where he was sadly diagnosed with incurable metastatic cancer. When I returned, I was late and unable to check out by 11, but they allowed me to take as much time as needed to clear the site, as nobody was staying there the next day, which was deeply appreciated - I was an emotional wreck. Oh, and I found the complimentary Wi-Fi to be a great service, and sufficiently fast to allow me to stream ultra-high-definition movies at my site - Most campgrounds charge extra for less-than-good service - a lot more. I find that a big bonus. Overall, I LOVE this campground and highly recommend it.
- 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.
- 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.
- CCarlos E.Scout
Turkey Swamp Park
Really nice campground
Stayed three nights in a tent and enjoyed it very much. Sites have electrical hookups, shared water connections, large picnic table, and fire ring with adjustable grate. Electrical and water are at the outer edge of each site so you might want an extension cord and/or hose. Bathrooms are clean; showers have separate stalls but they’re clustered together (not the most private). There are hiking and biking trails, a lake, and archery park. Staff are friendly. Office is open through 9pm, and firewood, ice, and bait for fishing are available. Site C3 is in an okay spot; it’s close to the bathroom and laundry room, but also right next to the playground. We were able to visit the beach; easy 25 minute drive to Asbury Park.
Nadine R.GuideAtsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest
Not my vibe
I personally did not like this campsite. First of all, our site tag was leftover from SEPTEMBER. Did no one look at any of these sites and leave someone else’s registration posted there for almost a year? Wild. Our campsite had trash leftover from previous campers. The whole campground was loud - from other campers to just the sounds from the nearby road. If you are looking for peace it is NOT here. If you’re looking to have loud music time all night with no repercussions as your kids ride around yelling and carrying on past midnight then you’ll have a blast. The pros of this campsite was supposed to be the access to Lake Atsion but we were turned away at the gate at 12:30 as they stated they were at capacity. Checking into our campsite they specifically asked if we would be utilizing the recreation area so we would have a pass for entry, but that’s seemingly not in their logistical headcount. I would not visit here again.
Guide to Long Beach
Camping near Long Beach, New Jersey offers access to the Pine Barrens ecosystem with its nutrient-poor sandy soil that creates a unique forest landscape dominated by pine trees. Most campgrounds in this region sit at elevations under 100 feet above sea level with a climate that features hot, humid summers and mild winters. Campgrounds in the area are typically open from April through October, though some state park options remain accessible year-round for primitive camping.
What to do
River activities on Wading River: The Wading River flows through multiple campgrounds, providing excellent kayaking and tubing opportunities. At Wading Pines Camping Resort, one camper shared, "The river is right there to go tubing or kayaking. You can tube down the river from one end of camp to the other." For a longer adventure, experienced paddlers can arrange multi-day trips with local outfitters.
Hiking and biking trails: The Pine Barrens offer extensive trail networks with varying difficulty levels. Brendan Byrne State Forest features well-maintained pathways through distinctive pine forest ecosystems. A visitor noted, "Lots of good hiking trails, most the sites have pretty decent privacy from the other ones." The sandy terrain creates relatively flat trails suitable for most fitness levels.
Swimming and beach access: Many campgrounds feature swimming areas in lakes or pools as alternatives to ocean beaches. At Turkey Swamp Park, campers appreciate the lake for swimming during summer months. One visitor commented, "There is a lake with a boat dock and a small boardwalk. Kayaking/Canoeing, fishing, and swimming." Most campgrounds are within a 20-30 minute drive of Long Beach Island beaches.
What campers like
Spacious, wooded sites: Many campgrounds in this region feature well-spaced sites with natural forest surroundings. A camper at Atsion Family Camp shared, "Very spacious and open - which is good in some ways but I had to account for shade as well as a place to rig a ridgeline for my tarp." Sites typically include fire rings and space for multiple tents.
Family-friendly activities: Campgrounds organize regular scheduled events, especially during summer and holiday weekends. According to a visitor at Sea Pirate Campground, "We rented a golf cart and did some of the activities like painting and playing bingo. We took a hayride around the park, which was fun." Halloween-themed weekends are particularly popular at several campgrounds, featuring decorations and trick-or-treating.
Proximity to beaches without beachfront prices: Staying at campgrounds provides more affordable accommodations compared to beachfront rentals while maintaining reasonable access to shore points. A camper at Atlantic Shore Pines Campground noted, "This place is very close to Bass River State Park with lots of hiking and outdoor activities. This campground is about 20 minutes from LBI, and 35 minutes from Ocean City."
What you should know
Insects can be intense: The Pine Barrens ecosystem supports significant insect populations, especially during warm months. One visitor to Turkey Swamp Park warned, "By the 2nd day I had 3 ticks on me. My dog had one and by the end my husband had 2. That was so crazy because we were just sitting by our camper." Thorough tick checks and appropriate repellents are essential.
Limited cell service: Many campgrounds have spotty cell coverage due to their location in forested areas. Some campgrounds like Timberline Lake Camping Resort have this challenge, with one reviewer noting, "Horrible wifi, zero cell service... Not my preferred camping getaway but aside from horrible internet and zero cell service, it's a nicely run campground."
Seasonal flooding and sandy soil: Pine Barrens campgrounds frequently have sandy soil that can create challenges during rainy periods. At Hawkins Bridge, a camper observed, "The path down to it is steep and a little slippery, so use caution." Water management at campsites requires preparation, particularly during spring and after heavy rainfall.
Tips for camping with families
Book glamping options for first-time campers: Families new to camping might prefer glamping accommodations that provide greater comfort. Multiple campgrounds near Long Beach Island offer glamping structures ranging from basic to luxurious. While tent camping works for experienced families, glamping provides a gentler introduction with amenities like real beds and electricity.
Schedule around seasonal events: Many campgrounds organize family-focused activities during peak season. A visitor to Sea Pirate Campground shared, "Halloween fun was really good. Many kids grade school and elementary level enjoyed the dance. The sites were decorated and they had trick or treating." Call ahead to learn about scheduled events that align with your visit.
Consider weekday visits during peak season: Weekend crowds can significantly impact the camping experience. Wading Pines Camping Resort can get particularly busy according to one camper who noted, "The campground is PACKED! Very busy with kids and golf carts-even kids driving golf carts." Midweek stays often provide quieter experiences with better site availability.
Tips from RVers
Prepare for sandy campsites: The natural sandy soil in Pine Barrens campgrounds can create housekeeping challenges for RVers. One visitor to Sea Pirate Campground observed, "A less significant issue is that the sites are sandy dirt— no gravel or concrete. This makes things extremely dirty whether it's dry or raining." Bring outdoor mats and additional cleaning supplies.
Check water pressure before setting up: Water systems at some campgrounds experience pressure fluctuations, particularly during peak usage. An RVer at Sea Pirate Campground reported, "We had a problem with our site: extremely low water pressure, often below 20 PSI. It was so low at times, that we couldn't take showers or flush the toilet." Filling your freshwater tank before arrival provides backup supply.
Request level sites when booking: Many campgrounds feature variable site grades that can challenge leveling systems. At Long Beach RV Resort, sites are generally well-maintained but requesting specific site numbers known to be level can improve the experience. Most campgrounds will accommodate specific site requests when made in advance.
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