Camping spots near Millville, New Jersey range from rustic tent sites to full-service RV campgrounds across primarily sandy, pine forest terrain. Located in the flat coastal plain region of southern New Jersey, these camping areas typically sit at elevations under 100 feet above sea level and experience humid summer temperatures often reaching into the 90s. Mosquitoes and ticks are particularly active from May through September at most campgrounds, requiring consistent use of insect repellent.
What to do
Kayaking and tubing options: At Winding River Campground, campers can enjoy water recreation with convenient transport service. "They have kayaking and tubing available with their own transport 2, 3 and 5 hour trips and you come right back down to the campsite!! Bring your own and just pay a small transport fee," notes Michelle F.
Fishing for varied species: The lakes at several campgrounds provide good fishing opportunities, particularly for bass. At Old Cedar Campground, one visitor mentioned their grandchildren "were able to play miniature golf, swim in the pool (they had pool toys to borrow) fish (and yes they caught bass)."
Nature trails for hiking: Flat, sandy paths make hiking accessible for most skill levels. At Belleplain State Forest, a visitor notes, "We have walked through the site areas and they seem to be a nice size but not offering too much privacy. We are usually there in the off season so not sure how crazy it gets in the warmer months with the lake being there."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain their bathhouses well despite heavy use. At Belleplain State Forest, a camper reported, "First time here and will be back…. Best state run campground I've been to. Friendly staff, clean facilities, so much to do. Offers more than some private campgrounds."
Water recreation areas: Swimming options range from lakes to pools. A visitor to Ocean View Resort Campground described it as having "a huge pool and unbelievable splash pad to a great swimming pond with a beach!"
Spacious sites: Some campgrounds offer good separation between sites. According to one camper at Belleplain State Forest, "Our site was HUGE!!!! It was also super private with trees and a lot of privacy from the road and our neighbors. We had friends stay in the lean-tos nearby and others visit. We had room to park several cars."
What you should know
Water quality issues: Some campgrounds have problems with their water systems. At Parvin State Park, a camper observed, "Bathrooms were clean but most of the faucets on the sinks were broken. The water has a very high iron content. I couldn't even use it for tooth brushing."
Bathroom maintenance varies: While some facilities are well-maintained, others need attention. One visitor to Hospitality Creek Campground noted, "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."
Seasonal limitations: Most campgrounds operate from April through October. Regarding cell service at different locations, one visitor to Belleplain State Forest reported, "Virtually NO cell service with AT&T, TMobile or Verizon. AT&T we the better of the 3. Our Winegard/Gateway give us no internet which we normally get."
Tips for camping with families
Splash pads for younger children: Several campgrounds offer water play areas designed for kids. At Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - Elmer, a visitor shared, "The pool and splash park were great but you needed to be at least 42 inches to go on the slide or bounce house."
Weekend activities: Many campgrounds schedule special events for families. According to a camper at Mays Landing Resort, "This was my daughters and I first camping trip. The place seemed like it was a lot of regulars so it had a community vibe. The staff was very accommodating and gracious. The onsite stores prices were very inexpensive which surprised me."
Playground access: Consider sites near recreational facilities. At Old Cedar Campground, a visitor mentioned, "Quiet during the week - numerous seasonal campers. Reservation only includes 2 people - it's 8.00 per day for each additional person. My grandchildren loved visiting us, pool was clean - they had a few items that they could borrow."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds have uneven terrain that can be difficult for larger rigs. At Spacious Skies Country Oaks, an RVer shared, "We stayed in pull-thru site#12 which was level, covered in clean gravel, had a concrete patio with picnic table and Adirondack chairs, and a nice fire ring. The site was big enough for our motor home."
Dump station limitations: Limited facilities can create congestion at peak checkout times. A visitor to Belleplain State Forest warned, "The worst was the dump station. It is just a little hole on the side of the road and the ONLY dump station for the 3 campgrounds! It was very unlevel and not easy to fully dump our tanks. It was also Memorial Day weekend and the line at checkout caused us to wait 2 hours to dump!!"
Navigation concerns: Tight roads can be challenging for larger vehicles. At Mays Landing Resort, one RVer noted, "Really nice area but the park is a little run down and spots are super crowded with really narrow, winding streets. It was a maze."
