RV camping near Runnemede, New Jersey provides options within 30 miles, with several parks offering distinct experiences throughout the year. The region sits at low elevations averaging 25-100 feet above sea level, contributing to its generally mild spring and fall camping seasons. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-95°F with high humidity, while winter camping requires preparation for occasional freezing temperatures and precipitation.
What to do
Lake activities: 10-minute walk from tent sites at Mays Landing Resort with fishing opportunities and swimming options. "Baby turtles were hatching when we arrived," noted one visitor describing the natural setting near the campground pond.
Explore nearby breweries: 5-minute drive from Village Scene Park to Imprint Beer Co for local craft beer options. "Located 30 miles or so northwest from 'The City of Brotherly Love,' VSP is a hodge-podge of different living accommodations," explains a visitor who recommends exploring the surrounding area.
Beach access: 10-15 minute drive from coastal campgrounds to multiple beach options. A camper at Lake & Shore RV Resort shared, "The beach is within 10ish minutes and is beautiful but you're supposed to have passes. We biked around the area and along the beach it was very nice."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Daily maintenance at several campgrounds ensures comfortable bathroom and shower amenities. A camper at Mays Landing mentioned, "Bathrooms were cleaned multiple times each day, showers were warm."
Swimming options: Pools and natural swimming areas provide relief during hot summer months. At Lake Kandle, "Lake with swing and fishing and two pools. No pets no alcohol no store but they have a snack stand."
Scheduled activities: Weekend events occur regularly at several parks during peak season. "They had a little party by the pool with a DJ and food on July 3rd. My daughter made friends with kids her age in the pool," reported a camper at Shady Pines Campground.
What you should know
Site spacing varies significantly: Some campgrounds have tight quarters while others offer more room. At Mays Landing Resort, one camper noted, "The tent loop is crowded, site-wise, and I cannot imagine how packed together you'd be if every site was full."
Seasonal operations affect amenities: Many facilities operate differently depending on time of year. "We came in late September so the pool was closed but the lake side beach was still open. The beach was clean and had beach chairs," noted a Lake & Shore visitor.
Site conditions can be challenging: Uneven terrain affects leveling at some parks. "The site was inadequately sized to accommodate the full length. The much bigger problem was that it sloped so much it was impossible to level," reported a Shady Pines camper who tried multiple sites before finding one that worked.
Quiet hours enforcement varies: Rules differ between parks. At Lake & Shore, "We stayed 2 nights and the first night was Friday night and all 6 families that are members with our own sites were hanging out around a fire pit and at 10:16pm someone security person drove by with one headlight and told us at 11pm we would have to put our fire out."
Tips for camping with families
Check playground availability: Family-friendly facilities can be limited. A camper at Thousand Trails Chestnut Lake shared, "It does have a nice playground for the little kids."
Water safety considerations: Some campgrounds have unfenced water features. At Mays Landing Resort, "Parents of small children and toddlers: the tent loop is surrounded by water on 3 sides. There is no safety fence. The water is mostly standing water so expect mosquitoes."
Weather contingency plans: Summer storms can impact site conditions. "It rained 3 inches one day and I literally dug a trench around the tent to keep it dry," noted a tent camper at Mays Landing Resort.
Entertainment options: Look for campgrounds with recreation facilities. "My husband and son did play pool one night in the community center," shared a Shady Pines visitor, adding that there's "a cute brewery right around the corner and a burger place called Tony Beef."
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Bring extra blocks for uneven sites. A Shady Pines visitor noted, "I didn't have enough blocks to prop up the leveling jacks enough to level the RV."
Site selection strategy: Arrive early when possible for better options. "The resort did not reserve a particular site and suggested that we drive around and select the one we liked," explained a camper at Lake & Shore, who got "a nice level site with a concrete pad under the picnic table."
Site occupancy indicators: Bring markers for temporary site vacancies. "As we have a class B unit we will be in and out of the site - we needed some way to designate that the site was taken if we went out," shared a Lake & Shore visitor who was given caution tape to mark their site as occupied.
Access routes: Consider interior road conditions for larger rigs. "The exit is very tight to get out of and all lanes are one way so be careful if you have a big rig," warned a Mays Landing camper about navigating the interior roads.
