Pet-friendly camping options near Mount Holly, New Jersey cluster within a 30-mile radius of this central New Jersey township. The area's moderate climate offers comfortable camping conditions from April through October, with average summer temperatures ranging between 65-85°F. Campgrounds in this region typically sit at elevations between 200-500 feet above sea level, providing relatively flat terrain ideal for setting up camp with pets.
What to do
Explore Ringing Rocks Park: 1-2 miles from Ringing Rocks Family Campground with a metal hammer to experience the unique musical rocks. "Went to Ringing Rocks county park and the kids were having so much fun making music they didn't want to leave," shares Justin B., who appreciated this unusual geological formation just minutes from camp.
Kayak on Round Valley Reservoir: 5 miles from Round Valley State Park Campground where the clear water provides excellent paddling conditions. "Beautiful peaceful and primitive. The reservoir can turn into the Bermuda Triangle at any moment-- be careful," advises Janine W., highlighting both the beauty and potential challenges of the water.
Fish in on-site ponds: 0.1 miles from campsites at several campgrounds. At Colonial Woods, "Fishing in the pond insite, swimming in the pool and lots of family weekends throughout the season" provides entertainment without leaving the grounds, according to George.
What campers like
Secluded wooded sites: Available at Mountainview Campground where the natural setting creates privacy between campsites. "Beautifully secluded and quiet. Pretty rare for campgrounds in NJ," notes Christina H., who appreciated the nature sounds around her tent, including "foxes fighting right outside our tent, the snorts of deer, and there were bats right above us all night."
Clean facilities: Maintained regularly across most campgrounds in the area. At Lake Towhee County Park, campers find "clean restrooms, nice sites, showers, and cellphone service," according to jhonbel D., who recommends "Don't forget the firewood!" as it's not provided on-site.
Riverfront access: Available at Driftstone Campground which sits directly on the Delaware River. "Great location, beautiful sites, well run!" says Kathy G., who notes "River Road on which it is located, is picturesque and quiet enough to run, walk or bike on. The sites along the river would be my first choice."
What you should know
Weather considerations: Spring camping may be muddy at some locations after rain. At Tohickon Family Campground, "We had a great Halloween weekend but we were down by creek so it was very muddy," reports Shannon C., suggesting campers should bring appropriate footwear.
Seasonal popularity: Weekends book quickly from May-September with limited availability for last-minute trips. "We've tent camped here three or four times. It's a quiet wooded campground (not all spots, but most). Easy to get to, and friendly family ownership," says Robert J. about Mountainview Campground.
Site surface variations: Some campgrounds use stone sites instead of natural ground. At Colonial Woods, "for whatever reason the sites are all covered in stone, and I dont mean just the area where you park, I mean it was like camping on a stone driveway," notes Ian P., which can affect comfort for both humans and pets.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Choose sites near play areas for convenience with children. At Colonial Woods Family Resort, "We were able to do so much even though it rained the entire weekend we were there," shares Brian C., demonstrating how on-site amenities can save a trip during bad weather.
Theme weekends: Check event calendars before booking to align with family-friendly activities. "We went on Father's Day weekend and they had nice arts and crafts for the kids to do for dad," mentions Shannon C. about Colonial Woods Family Resort.
Water features: Sites near lakes or pools provide built-in entertainment. "The pool and splash pool for toddlers was clean with a lifeguard on duty at all times," reports Nicole S., though she notes pool hours may close earlier than expected on hot summer days.
Tips from RVers
Access challenges: Follow campground directions carefully to avoid difficult turns. For Driftstone Campground, Jim G. warns, "PLEASE NOTE: if you are towing or have a motorhome, make sure you follow the directions on the website. Coming in from the wrong road could lead you to a hairpin turn and steep hill."
Site selection strategy: Request specific areas when making reservations. "Our spot was #27 and pretty spacious. The showers were free and clean with hot water and decent pressure. The landing for the camper was even with gravel," notes sarah from Mountainview Campground, showing how site specifics matter for comfort.
Limited dump stations: Plan accordingly at peak checkout times. "Dump station location isn't ideal on a busy morning. I heard they might work on a second dump location and was told to ask if it's ok to stick around until it dies down if our site isn't needed soon," advises Nathan R. from his experience at Colonial Woods.
