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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.
"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"
"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 Availability"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 Availability"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."
"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."
"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."
from $20 - $65 / night
Check Availability"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 Availability"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."
"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."
GuideThis 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.
ScoutRestrooms 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.
RangerWe 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.
ScoutMy 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…
GuideBeautiful 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.
ScoutAs far as experience it was good. The main issue was the campsite where we were was uneven and caused many of the sleeping arrangements that we had to be not level. This seems to be a specific issue to the group campsite number two as when we went inwards it seemed like everything else was much better.
ScoutFirst time at this campground really like it a lot will be returning. The bathrooms are always clean. The grounds are always kept up. Just a really nice place to stay. Most of the sites have some kind of shade.
GuideMary & her crew run a great campground. Full hookup. Slow schedule during the week-camp store & pool mainly. Saturdays always have activities planned from bingo to quarter auctions, picnics & music. Each Saturday is different. Clean grounds. Nice playgrounds. Kiddie pool & nice size pool from 3-5’ deep. 2 cabins also available.
TravelerThe owner is kind and knowledgeable a lot of live in / snowbirds . Some are very kind but some of the live in’s are crude .
Camping options near Mantua, New Jersey span from basic tent sites to full-service RV accommodations within a 30-mile radius of town. The region sits at low elevations of 50-150 feet above sea level, with sandy soil conditions typical of southern New Jersey's coastal plain geography. Seasonal considerations vary significantly, with campgrounds in the region reporting consistent rain patterns in spring and high humidity levels during summer camping months.
Fishing opportunities: Old Cedar Campground in Monroeville offers accessible fishing areas where campers report good catches. "Love this place. It a mom and pops kinda campground. Nice pool, good fishing, staff is great," notes one regular at Old Cedar Campground.
Water recreation: Multiple campgrounds feature swimming options during summer months. At Hospitality Creek Campground, campers appreciate the combination of pools and lake access. "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," writes a visitor describing their weekend activities.
Hiking trails: The area offers hiking opportunities through pine forest terrain. At Atsion Family Camp in Wharton State Forest, trails lead through typical Pine Barrens ecosystems. "Little trails 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," notes one camper who stayed in the region.
Lakefront sites: Waterfront camping spots provide direct water access. "Our lakefront site(#57) was superb! It was between a small, paved boat ramp and a row of arborvitae trees on the other side separating us from the neighboring site," writes a visitor to Hospitality Creek Campground.
Clean facilities: Many campers note the maintenance standards at local campgrounds. "The bathrooms were clean but most of the faucets on the sinks were broken. The water has a very high iron content," reports a camper at Parvin State Park Campground, highlighting both positives and challenges.
Quiet weekday options: Several campgrounds offer significantly different experiences between weekdays and weekends. "Went during the week, there were 4 sites taken adjacent to me, the rest of the campsite barely had anyone," notes a camper at Atsion Family Camp, providing insight into timing considerations for those seeking solitude.
Water quality variations: Several campgrounds have reported water issues. "The water stank and was straight brown," notes one camper at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park in Elmer, while another camper at Parvin State Park mentioned "very high iron content" in the water.
Site conditions: The terrain at many campgrounds consists of sand or dirt rather than gravel pads. A visitor to Four Seasons Family Campground noted that while the campground had many amenities, there were "lots of litter on their 'beach' area" and described the swimming area as a "big mud puddle."
Additional fees: Several campgrounds charge extra for visitors or activities. "Steep price for guests," notes one camper at Hospitality Creek, while another reported: "Reservation only includes 2 people - it's 8.00 per day for each additional person."
Water play options: Campgrounds with pools and splash features rank high with families. "The pool and splash pad were really the only main attraction," reports a visitor to Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - Elmer, where despite mixed reviews, the water amenities consistently receive positive feedback.
Playground access: Consider sites near play areas for convenience with children. "My grandchildren loved visiting us, pool was clean - they had a few items that they could borrow - fishing was great - playground was adequate," explains a grandparent who camped at Adventure Bound (formerly Jellystone) in Elmer.
Activity schedules: Many campgrounds run structured programs, especially on weekends. "Every Saturday they had an organized activity for the kids.... EVERYONE was extremely friendly," notes a camper who spent multiple weeks at a local campground with grandchildren.
Hookup placement: Some campgrounds have unusual water hookup arrangements. "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," advises an RVer who stayed at Old Cedar Campground.
Road conditions: Many campgrounds feature dirt or sand roads rather than paved surfaces. "The entire campground is sand and gets very dusty and messy. This was the dirtiest campground we've stayed at, meaning the trailer and truck needed a full bath once we got home," reports one RV camper about conditions at a local campground.
Site dimensions: Size restrictions affect larger rigs at several campgrounds. "Very narrow roads to sites, so not big rig friendly there but most sites are quite large. No gravel or pads on sites, just bare ground," notes an RVer with a 31-foot Class C at Lake Kandle who found the site workable but cautioned about limitations for larger vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Mantua, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, Mantua, NJ offers a wide range of camping options, with 137 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 21 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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