Best Campgrounds near Villas, NJ

Established campgrounds near Villas, New Jersey provide diverse camping experiences along the Atlantic coastline. Sun Outdoors Cape May and Beachcomber Camping Resort offer tent, RV, and cabin camping options within a short drive of Cape May beaches. Cape Henlopen State Park Campground, located across the Delaware Bay in Lewes, Delaware, features full hookup sites with beach access. The region includes several campgrounds with glamping accommodations, including yurts and teepees, for those seeking more comfortable outdoor experiences. Most developed facilities in the area cater primarily to RV campers, with full hookups and spacious sites.

Seasonal considerations heavily impact camping availability near Villas. Most campgrounds operate from April through October, with peak season running from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Belleplain State Forest offers year-round camping as an exception to this pattern. Many campgrounds require advance reservations, especially during summer weekends when beaches attract numerous visitors. Access to most campgrounds is straightforward with paved roads suitable for large RVs and trailers. Water access varies by location, with some campgrounds providing direct beach access while others require a short drive. Cellular coverage is generally good throughout the area. A camper noted, "This campground is located less than two miles from Exit 17 off the Garden State Parkway. It's located a short drive from popular shore towns including Avalon, Sea Isle City, Cape May, and Ocean City."

Proximity to beaches represents the primary draw for campers in this region. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground sites position visitors within walking distance of Atlantic Ocean beaches, though they lack shade trees and privacy. Campgrounds in Cape May feature more wooded sites with moderate privacy. Several visitors highlighted water activities as key attractions, with one camper mentioning, "Our site was just a few steps to a private beach which was really nice and clean." Many campgrounds include swimming pools, playgrounds, and camp stores. Family-friendly amenities are common, as most developed campgrounds offer planned activities during summer months. Sites with full hookups typically range from $30-$55 per night, with prices increasing during peak season and on weekends.

Best Camping Sites Near Villas, New Jersey (108)

    1. Sun Outdoors Cape May

    26 Reviews
    Tabernacle, NJ
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 886-1234

    "Stayed in a drive through, patio site with full hook-ups. It was situated on a corner spot. A lot of RV, golf cart, bike, and people traffic due to the location."

    "The front of the park is close to the pool and store- if pool noise is a concern you should stay further back. A mix of seasonal,"cabins" and overnight camping. Park was very clean."

    2. Cape Henlopen State Park Campground

    68 Reviews
    Lewes, DE
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 645-2103

    $30 - $99 / night

    "My group was there, on two adjacent sites, from Sunday to Tuesday, in early June. The weather could not have been more ideal! We were on sites G12 and G13, which were both really large."

    "There is also a section of walk-in tent sites, each with 1 parking spot semi close by. (Bring a wagon if you stay at one of these)."

    3. Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort

    18 Reviews
    Tabernacle, NJ
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 884-4010

    "Great Location and close to Cape May City. 10 min drive to Washington Street Mall. Lots to do during the day."

    "Beautiful main building. close to a lovely walking trail."

    4. Beachcomber Camping Resort

    10 Reviews
    Tabernacle, NJ
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 886-6035

    $42 / night

    "A beautiful wooded campground close to the beaches of Cape May, New Jersey. Very family oriented and really a great place for adults too."

    "Lots to do and the beautiful beaches of Cape May, New Jersey are a short 10 minute drive. The different types of camping/glamping experiences exceeded my expectations."

    5. Belleplain State Forest

    22 Reviews
    Woodbine, NJ
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 861-2404

    "They allowed me to drive around first and pick out a campsite before checking in. They charge $5 extra for a dog. So far it is very quiet and that's what I was looking for."

    "Very nice campground tucked away in southern NJ. Clean facilities. Plenty of space for our tent. lake for swimming and you can rent boats. nice hiking trails and playground."

    6. Ocean View Resort Campground

    15 Reviews
    Dennis, NJ
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 624-1675

    "It's very close to everything, but you don't even need to leave the campground! There are a ton of activities!"

    "We went to Ocean View Resort in New Jersey to kick off the 2022 season in our new Fleetwood Discovery LXE. And we’re glad we did! "

    7. King Nummy Trail Campground

    4 Reviews
    Cape May Court House, NJ
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Very close to local shops and attractions. The pool was great. They have 2 on site with a shallower one and an 8ft. No real activities or events when we were there."

    "Great location close to Cape May and Wildwood."

    8. Thousand Trails Sea Pines

    6 Reviews
    Cape May Court House, NJ
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "well maintained, wonderful pool and splash pad, great location!!"

    "Kids love the lake. Bathroom cleaned daily. Could use more showers. Nice and quiet at night."

    9. Shellbay Campgrounds

    3 Reviews
    Cape May Court House, NJ
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 465-4770

    "I remember my excitement to go camping, meet other kids at the campground, and have plenty of things to do close by (beach, shopping, swimming pool)"

    "Looking for a trip to the Jersey shore (near Stone Harbor, Avalon, Wildwood, Cape May, & more) - look no further than Shellbay Camping Resort."

    10. The Depot Travel Park

    3 Reviews
    Cape May, NJ
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 884-2533

    "Good site location"

    "This campground is centrally located to many activities in Cape May. Campground is well maintained. Sites are very close together."

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Recent Reviews near Villas, NJ

612 Reviews of 108 Villas Campgrounds


  • Gennifer K.
    Oct. 12, 2025

    King Nummy Trail Campground

    Nice campground

    This was a nice campground. There are a lot of long term campers but they've got sites for weekenders too. Very close to local shops and attractions. The pool was great. They have 2 on site with a shallower one and an 8ft. No real activities or events when we were there. Bathrooms very clean and located throughout

  • Scott K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 20, 2025

    Winding River Campground

    Great Place

    Really enjoyed everything about this place. Kayaks. Camping. All of it. Clean and friendly.

  • Stu T.
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Cape Henlopen State Park Campground

    So Much To Do - Not Enough Time

    Spent one night here as we were in transit from a campground near the bottom of the Eastern Shore of Virginia to home (fortunate to get a spot that fit my camper) - spots are close together - full campground even in the middle of the week after school started- but quiet at night.  Almost a mile walk to the beach - great trails for bike riding.   Restrooms were clean!  If you have a trailer, make sure that you input your trailer length to find a site that fits as they vary.   Close to food.   Staff very friendly.   Tons of stuff to do - will return when we have more time.  If you want the experience of driving on the beach - go for it!

  • Tiffany P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 22, 2025

    Ocean View Resort Campground

    Lots of fun

    This place had a lot to do with kids! Lake, pool, ice cream, arcade, mini golf, mining station, activities. Does get very crowded and definitely have to book a head. We loved where our site was located. Will definitely be visiting again.

  • Evan C.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Redden State Forest Campground

    Secluded and improving

    8/15/2025

    Arrived after dark to find that I had the campground to myself. As noted in other reviews, turn right as you drive past the office/house and let yourself in through the closed (but unlocked) gate. Since the last review, it appears they've added 11 sites on a branch if you bear left after the gate. These sites (8-18) are level, packed gravel pads with benches, fire pit, grill, and picnic table. The restroom featured on the map is just a portalet, but there is plenty of overflow parking in that branch. Apparently you're not supposed to pull onto the gravel with your vehicle, just park parallel to the road alongside it. 

    Another note about the gravel - can't get stakes in. Plus, it's a pine forest and I didn't want to get sap on my tent so I didn't tent adjacent to the pad amidst the pine needles. I did drive around the right branch (sites 1-7) in the morning to find that they are dirt/grass sites and probably would be ideal for tenting/staking (and in case you haven't guessed, I don't have a freestanding tent). The area is densely forested with pines and is quite pleasant in that regard.

  • colleen C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay

    Awesome!

    We loved it. Great for a long getaway or a quick one like ours. Loved our stay. It was clean and full of fun.

  • C
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort

    Pros and cons

    We have been to this campground twice. First time everything was very clean and lots to do. The last time things had slipped a little bit. Campground was definitely not as clean. The first time there was staff riding around picking up garbage and keeping things neat. Last time it seemed like it was just a bunch of teenagers flying around on golf carts not doing much. Almost all the games were broken in the arcade. Plus a lot more seasonals. The seasonals also have a lot of political flags with profanities. Not very family friendly! Pros love the pool, lake, waterslides, and proximity to cape may Cons broken equipment, kids racing golf carts all hours of the nights, lots of seasonals with over the top decorations, with flags with profanities and cleanliness slipping. We will try it again. Hopefully they were just having an off year.

  • Frank J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 24, 2025

    Belleplain State Forest

    Relatively new to this

    Stayed in site 116 in CCC section (only section with electric and water). Good privacy. Check-in went smoothly. 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. Restrooms/showers were ok. Sea Isle City is not too far away if you're into the Jersey shore, restaurants, live music.

  • A
    Jul. 23, 2025

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches

    Great First Camping Trip

    My family tent camped for 1 night here at site 190. Decent array of electrical hookup options. My kids had a blast in the water area with the pool and large slides. It was our first time camping and we had trouble sleeping due to groups around us having fun until 11, but overall it was a really great experience and we will be returning


Guide to Villas

Near Villas, New Jersey, campers can enjoy Atlantic coast camping from April through October, with most facilities closing after Labor Day. Seasonal weather patterns dictate camping availability, with humid summers and mild spring and fall seasons. Many campgrounds in this region offer convenient access to beaches while maintaining wooded settings with moderate privacy between sites.

What to do

Explore historic military sites: At Cape Henlopen State Park Campground, visitors can discover preserved WWII structures. "There are miles upon miles of walking and biking trails. There are nice play facilities for kids, loads of water and beach access. As a former military installation, there are lots of military historical items and sites. Underground bunkers and batteries and such," explains Lisa B.

Enjoy water recreation: The lakes at many campgrounds offer swimming and boating options beyond ocean beaches. A visitor at Ocean View Resort Campground noted, "They have a Great swimming Lake with a huge sandy beach." Many facilities provide rental equipment for water activities, enhancing accessibility for all visitors.

Cycling on designated trails: The Cape May area features several bike-friendly routes connecting campgrounds to beaches and attractions. A Cape Henlopen visitor mentioned, "Free bike rentals are available, some with baby seats and trailers. The trails are awesome and easy to walk or ride bikes on, with a few hills to muscle up, but it's mostly flat terrain and paved."

What campers like

Lake swimming alternatives: When ocean beaches get crowded, campground lakes provide quieter swimming options. At Sun Outdoors Cape May, Dave R. appreciated "a nice lake with a giant inflatable slide, floating trampoline, kayak and paddle board rentals. A decent pool that tends to get a bit crowded, but does the trick."

Wooded campsites: Despite proximity to beaches, many campgrounds offer tree cover. "Our site was HUGE!!!! It was also super private with trees and a lot of privacy from the road and our neighbors," reports a camper at Belleplain State Forest.

Bathroom facilities: Campground bathhouses vary widely in quality and cleanliness. At Sea Pines, a camper noted, "Bathroom cleaned daily. Could use more showers," while at Cape Henlopen a visitor found "bathrooms were clean and modern."

What you should know

Site selection challenges: At many Cape May area campgrounds, site size and privacy vary significantly. A camper at Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort commented, "Tent site was fantastic, level, trees are well trimmed, but still with good coverage, sites are a nice size. Close enough to the bathroom and water options."

Reservation requirements: During peak season (Memorial Day to Labor Day), advance booking becomes essential. Some campgrounds have specific requirements: "This is a cash only establishment! You literally have to mail them a check to hold your reservation and also they do nothing online," explained a visitor to The Depot Travel Park.

Seasonal operations: While most facilities operate from April to October, hours for amenities vary seasonally. An Ocean View Resort visitor mentioned, "The negative would be the number of long term sites, but the campground was overall clean and the staff were all very nice."

Tips for camping with families

Water features for children: The best places to camp near Villas, New Jersey for families often include multiple water attractions. At Beachcomber Camping Resort, a camper shared, "The entire family had fun. Kids were super happy about all the activities this campground has to offer."

Transportation options: Consider campgrounds offering internal transportation. One Sun Outdoors Cape May visitor reported, "We had a blast with a golf cart rental. The campground is rather large, so it felt like a necessity to having a secondary way of getting around easily as a family."

Scheduled activities: Many campgrounds organize daily events during peak season. A Shellbay Campgrounds visitor mentioned, "There were a lot of things for kids to do but it was not the kind of camp ground for peace and quiet. Several sites were playing music until 11:00 every night."

Tips from RVers

Site dimensions: RV travelers should verify site measurements before booking. At Cape Henlopen, a visitor advised, "If you have a trailer, make sure that you input your trailer length to find a site that fits as they vary."

Dump station congestion: Holiday weekends create long lines at dump stations. A Belleplain camper complained, "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."

Leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in this region have uneven terrain. "None of the sites are level. Sites are mostly small and close together," reported a Cape Henlopen State Park camper. Pack leveling blocks and ensure your RV has functional stabilizers to address these conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Villas, NJ?

According to TheDyrt.com, Villas, NJ offers a wide range of camping options, with 108 campgrounds and RV parks near Villas, NJ and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Villas, NJ?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Villas, NJ is Sun Outdoors Cape May with a 4.1-star rating from 26 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Villas, NJ?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Villas, NJ.