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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 Clementon, NJ
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Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA showcases several distinctive glamping accommodations near Clementon, providing luxury camping alternatives to traditional sites. The campground houses canvas glamping tents with comfortable furnishings and amenities typically unavailable at standard campsites. Jellystone Park South Jersey has also transformed their property with resort-style accommodations featuring upgraded comfort options. These glamping sites include proper beds with linens, electricity, and sturdy flooring that keeps guests elevated from the ground while maintaining a connection to nature. The accommodations balance outdoor immersion with modern comforts, making them ideal for travelers seeking camping without sacrificing amenities. One visitor noted, "The tents were more glamorous than we had tried before, but definitely had a good combination of woodsy and comfort."
Wharton State Forest's glamping options connect visitors directly to the natural surroundings of New Jersey's Pine Barrens while providing enhanced comfort. The forest's 122,000 acres of sandy terrain, towering pines, and lakes create an immersive backdrop for luxury glamping campsite stays. On-site activities include kayaking and canoeing from lakeside access points, hiking along forest trails, and exploring historic Batsto Village just 15 minutes away. The Philadelphia South KOA supplements their glamping with amenities like a swimming pool, playground, dog park, and fishing pond. According to a camper, "Beautiful campground — lots of trees, pond, kids play equipment, dog park, etc. Facilities all clean and whole place is well maintained." Most glamping accommodations remain available from April through October, with some locations offering year-round options.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Clementon (38)
1. 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."
2. Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA
"This is a nice KOA with full hook ups, tent sites,cabins, and even glamping cabins. There is a pool that is open Memorial Day- Labor Day."
"I arrived on a Tuesday a few days after they closed the pool, and by Wednesday I had the whole row of tent sites to myself."
3. Old Cedar Campground
"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."
"We were helping some friends get their house ready to sell and this was the only place that had a spot for the time frame we needed.)
The staff was nice and friendly. The place was well kept."
Check Availabilityfrom $31 - $50 / night
4. Jellystone Park South Jersey
"Our site was directly across from the Pavilion which was great for Saturday night’s live band 3. Our site included a nice concrete pad big enough to park our 45’ motorhome+ toad
4."
5. Parvin State Park Campground
"My wife and I chose site #10 based on its close proximity to the lake and fishing access. Even when I put my waders on, I pulled in algae almost every time. There is a ton of algae in this lake."
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $65 / night
6. 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!"
Check Availabilityfrom $3 - $60 / night
7. 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."
8. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - Elmer
"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."
"We stayed fathers day weekend and they had a breakfast, games and crafts geared towards it."
9. Lums Pond State Park Campground
"The site itself was set back some, and felt secluded while still being near the parking area. Walk to bathrooms and camp store was on the longer side."
"The tent sites are nice in that they are tucked along the wood line slightly away from RVs with more privacy and shade."
2 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $27 - $45 / night
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
- 23 min from Philadelphia, PA
- 38 min from Vineland, NJ
- 39 min from Trenton, NJ
- 45 min from Atlantic City, NJ
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Glamping Reviews near Clementon, NJ
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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.
Stuart K.
LegendWashington Crossing State Park - TEMP CLOSED FOR 2024
Revolutionary History near Delaware River
Nestled along the picturesque Delaware River in beautiful Bucks County, Washington Crossing Historic Park is one of those destinations where American history practically jumps out from behind every tree. This sprawling, beautifully preserved historic park commemorates George Washington's daring Christmas night crossing of the Delaware in 1776, with charming colonial buildings, expansive green spaces, shaded walking paths and lovely riverfront scenery. Divided into Upper and Lower sections, the park offers plenty to explore, from historic homesteads and interpretive exhibits to scenic picnic areas and the impressive Bowman's Hill Tower. Unfortunately, while the park delivers a wonderful outdoor experience, traditional overnight camping isn't part of the equation unless your a Boy Scout or accompanying one of their troops.
HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Spectacular Revolutionary War history at the very site of Washington's legendary Delaware River crossing; (2) Beautifully maintained grounds featuring mature trees, open lawns and scenic riverfront views; (3) Fascinating colonial-era buildings, historic demonstrations and educational exhibits that bring America's founding history to life; (4) Wonderful recreational opportunities, including walking, cycling, fishing, kayaking and picnicking; and (5) Convenient proximity to charming New Hope, the Delaware Canal towpath and Bowman's Hill Tower, offering plenty of opportunities to extend your adventure.
LOWLIGHTS: (1) No conventional public tent or RV camping, with overnight group camping restricted to organized Scout groups by prior arrangement; (2) No dedicated RV campsites, electrical hookups, water connections or dump station; (3) Park grounds generally close at sunset, limiting opportunities to linger into the evening; (4) Some historic buildings and attractions require admission fees or operate on limited schedules; and (5) Periodic restoration projects and special events can restrict access to certain areas, while the historic Washington Crossing Bridge's three-ton weight limit makes it unsuitable for larger RVs.
Happy Camping!
- 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.
Thomas B.
RangerTohickon Family Campground
Simple, peaceful FHU
We 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.
- 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.
Guide to Clementon
Wharton State Forest offers glamping options across its 122,000 acres of New Jersey Pine Barrens. The forest's sandy terrain creates unusually soft ground for camping with virtually no rocks for tent setup. Water from forest sources may have a natural dark coloration due to tannins from decaying pine trees - a distinctive feature of this ecosystem rather than contamination. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing while summer nights remain mild.
What to do
Kayaking on Wading River: Access multiple launch points throughout Wharton State Forest for paddling adventures. One visitor noted, "We put in the water the next day and travel 10 miles to Bodine Fields campground... Wading river has a nice flow. It's a dark black river from the tannins."
Fishing at Old Cedar Campground: The campground maintains good fishing areas with bass catches reported. A camper mentioned, "Nice pool, good fishing, staff is great."
Hiking the Pine Barrens: Explore miles of trails through Wharton's distinctive ecosystem. According to a visitor at Brendan Byrne State Forest, "There are probably hundreds of miles of trails through the woods and bogs to explore. Can't tell you how much I love it. Could spend a whole vacation just with these trails."
Exploring historic sites: Visit Batsto Village to see preserved 19th-century industrial town buildings. A Hawkins Bridge camper described the area: "The Pine Barrens overall have a fascinating ecosystem. Nutrient poor, sandy soil limits the amount of foliage, and the barrens are primarily populated with fast-growing pines."
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer generously sized camping areas. A reviewer at Parvin State Park noted, "Our site was level and easy in and out. Large site off the main road to other sites."
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms are consistently mentioned across reviews. A camper at Lums Pond State Park wrote, "The bath house was absolutely immaculate, and the design made even my public-bathroom-phobic sister-in-law comfortable and at ease."
Natural setting: The unique Pine Barrens ecosystem provides a distinctive camping backdrop. One reviewer stated, "I arrived on a Tuesday a few days after they closed the pool, and by Wednesday I had the whole row of tent sites to myself... if you look 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."
Quiet atmosphere: Several campgrounds maintain peaceful environments. A visitor to Brendan Byrne mentioned, "It's far away from traffic noise. You can't here any cars or any other noise from civilization at all. It's at least 10 miles away from anything more than a single house in the woods."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most glamping options near Clementon operate on limited schedules. A Wading Pines visitor mentioned their season runs "Apr 15 - Nov 15," while Parvin State Park operates "April 1 to October 31."
Water quality variations: Some campgrounds have issues with water quality. A Parvin State Park camper noted, "The water has a very high iron content. I couldn't even use it for tooth brushing. Most of the showers were out of order. The toilets were clean but had the orange staining from the iron in the water."
Reservation requirements: Popular sites book quickly, especially for summer weekends. A camper at Atsion Family Camp advised, "LOVE!!!! I always get site #8 and it has an amazing view of the lake."
Site layouts: Campgrounds vary significantly in spacing and privacy between sites. One visitor observed, "The boundaries between neighbors are pretty much non-existent. Water isn't too far from any site and the bathrooms were in good shape."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Select sites near recreational facilities. At Parvin State Park, a camper recommended, "Site is great for people with families as there was a playground within 50 feet."
Water activities: Look for glamping sites with swimming access for summer visits. A visitor to Wading Pines commented, "We loved this campground. Friendly staff. Plenty for the kids to do. The river is right there to go tubing or kayaking."
Activity scheduling: Many campgrounds offer organized family events. A visitor noted, "They had a breakfast, games and crafts geared towards it. The pool and splash park were great but you needed to be at least 42 inches to go on the slide or bounce house."
Bug preparation: The Pine Barrens ecosystem requires insect protection. A Parvin visitor warned, "Bring bug spray!!" while another mentioned, "Ticks were very active on this visit be sure to remember your bug spray and tuck your pants in your socks!"
Tips from RVers
Hookup positioning: Check utility placement before setting up. One RVer at Lums Pond cautioned about other campgrounds: "The site offered electric and water but they were on 2 different sides. This made it difficult to set up."
Site dimensions: Confirm site size limitations when booking. A camper at Hawkins Bridge advised, "Each of the private campsites have a parking spot. It's really all the benefits of backwoods camping (the quiet, the solitude) with all the conveniences of car camping."
Road conditions: Some glamping areas near Clementon have challenging access roads. A visitor noted, "The roads are narrow and we had a hard time getting on to site 145," while another mentioned "dirt/sand roads were horrible."
Distance planning: Several luxury camping locations are isolated from conveniences. A camper warned, "Make sure you bring everything you need with you, because this place is literally in the middle of nowhere and a minimum 15 minutes ride to any type of civilization."
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