Somers Point camping options tend to close by late October, with most facilities reopening in April when temperatures average 60-70°F. The region sits at sea level with sandy soil conditions that impact drainage and tent stability during rain events. Campers visiting Somers Point encounter a mix of wooded inland sites and coastal access points with varying degrees of shade protection.
What to do
Water activities on the Great Egg Harbor River: Winding River Campground offers tubing and kayaking with transportation services for 2, 3, and 5-hour trips that end right back at the campsite. "We used our SUPs in the water and we're fine but we didn't go far," reports one visitor, while another adds, "This was our first time camping with our new to us pop up trailer... They have kayaking and tubing available with their own transport... and you come right back down to the campsite!!"
Miniature golf and arcades: Ocean View Resort Campground recently added a brand new mini golf course that's complemented by arcade facilities. One camper noted, "They just completed a new camp store building that has everything you could think of from camping gear to beach chairs and floats! They also have a cafe that also sells ice cream." Another mentioned, "This place had a lot to do with kids! Lake, pool, ice cream, arcade, mini golf, mining station, activities."
Forest hiking trails: Belleplain State Forest offers multiple hiking paths for different experience levels. A visitor commented, "We biked the trails, and hiked others that didn't allow bikes. They are putting in new bathrooms at Miesle this year." Another camper shared, "We love the dog-friendly hiking trails. We have walked through the site areas and they seem to be a nice size."
What campers like
Swimming options beyond the ocean: Holly Acres RV Park provides both pool access and a fishing pond where dogs are welcome to swim. "The site are nice. Good fishing at the lake. They also allow golfcarts," explains one visitor. Another mentions, "Camp sites well spaced out. Plenty of privacy. We brought our dogs. They ended up swimming in the pond. We also enjoyed the pool."
Proximity to beach towns without beachfront prices: Spacious Skies Country Oaks offers a budget-friendly base camp while still providing easy beach access. "There's nothing much to do in the area without driving 45+ minutes away, so make this your destination if you're looking for a restful time away from home," notes one camper. Sites feature "level, gravel and concrete site with small grassy area" and "a concrete patio with picnic table and Adirondack chairs, and a nice fire ring."
Clean facilities with attentive maintenance: Whippoorwill Campground receives consistent praise for facility upkeep. "Bath houses were extremely clean. Camp Store had a lot of supplies if needed," reports a recent camper. Another visitor mentioned, "Very nice camp sites. Pool looked amazing but it rained the entire weekend. Very friendly staff."
What you should know
Limited connectivity in wooded areas: Belleplain State Forest has virtually no cell service across major carriers. One reviewer cautioned, "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. There'd be way too many trees for Starlink."
Seasonal scheduling affects facilities: Most campgrounds near Somers Point operate on limited schedules. Spacious Skies Country Oaks operates from April 15 to October 15, while Winding River Campground runs May 1 to October 15. As a visitor noted, "The closest bathrooms were closed, so we had to drive a few minutes to a different set. That got annoying."
Site selection impacts experience: Mays Landing Resort has uneven terrain across its sites. "Site are very unleveled so the staff switched us to a pull thru space that was a tad bit more level but still very unleveled," shared one camper. Tent campers should be especially attentive: "Site F 17 is the lowest point of the tent loop, which won't be a problem unless it rains. Unfortunately, it rained 3 inches one day and I literally dug a trench around the tent to keep it dry."
Tips for camping with families
Splash pads for younger children: Ocean View Resort Campground features specialized water play areas. "Ocean View Resort was an excellent resort for our family with two toddlers. Kids loved the Splash Park, Arcade, Tram Car, playgrounds and Lake," notes one family. Another mentioned, "A few years ago they added a pirate themed splash pad by the pool and last year they unveiled a brand new mini golf course."
Nature programs at state facilities: Ocean City Campground & Beach Cabins offers organized activities for children. "My familiy an I stayed at Ocean City Campground for a weekend get away. The staff was was very friendliy and the campstore/snack stand was impressive. The campground has a nice pool and covered area. They also had organized activities," shares a visitor.
Avoid sites near water with small children: When selecting tent sites, consider safety factors. At Mays Landing Resort, "the tent loop is surrounded by water on 3 sides. There is no safety fence. The water is mostly standing water so expect mosquitoes." This requires extra vigilance with young children.
Tips from RVers
Dump station logistics: Belleplain State Forest has limited dumping facilities. "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!!"
Site drainage considerations: Several campgrounds have drainage issues during rain. One camper at Winding River Campground noted, "Your rig will be covered in sand and it's quite buggy. However, it has a state park feel with the trees." Spacious Skies Country Oaks visitors advised checking site conditions: "There was a dip in the site when backing in and our fifth wheel was bending to the point of rubbing the top of our truck when backing in."
Road navigation challenges: Many campgrounds have narrow access roads. At Belleplain State Forest, "Staff at office said all the roads in the CCC section were 2-way. Not wide enough in my opinion but we didn't have a problem." Mays Landing Resort has "very unleveled" sites with "narrow, winding streets. It was a maze."
