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Camping options near Williamstown, New Jersey range from full-service family campgrounds to more rustic state forest sites. The area features established facilities like Hospitality Creek Campground and Jellystone Park South Jersey, both located in Williamstown with amenities for RVs and tent campers. Within a 30-minute drive, visitors can access several mixed-use campgrounds including Old Cedar Campground in Monroeville and Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA in Clarksboro. Most campgrounds in the region accommodate multiple camping styles, with many offering cabins alongside traditional tent and RV sites, providing options for various comfort preferences.
The camping season in this part of New Jersey typically runs from April through October, with several campgrounds like Hospitality Creek operating from mid-April to early October. Wharton State Forest locations, approximately 20 miles east of Williamstown, maintain different operational schedules with Atsion Family Camp open year-round while other areas like Goshen Pond Campground restrict camping to April through October. Many developed campgrounds in the area require reservations, especially during summer weekends and holidays. Water access is available at several locations, with some campgrounds featuring lakes or ponds. One camper noted, "The sites are spacious with full hookups that easily accommodate larger RVs, making it an ideal spot for both short and extended stays."
Campers consistently rate water-related activities as highlights when staying at campgrounds near Williamstown. Swimming pools are common features at the private campgrounds, while those seeking natural water experiences often head to Wharton State Forest areas like Atsion Recreation Area. Several reviews mention the family-friendly atmosphere at area campgrounds, with organized activities for children being particularly appreciated. Proximity to Philadelphia (about 30 minutes) and Jersey Shore destinations (45-60 minutes) makes the area attractive for visitors wanting day trips. The mix of rural forest settings and developed facilities provides excellent camping opportunities for families and solo adventurers alike. A reviewer of Wharton State Forest mentioned, "Looking for a place to escape without having to drive out of your way to get to? Lower forge is the place. One of the few places in New Jersey you have to backpack into with access from either Atsion or Batsto."
"Atsion Family Campground Off US 206 and about 1/2 a mile up Atsion Road in New Jersey’s Wharton State Forest, you’ll find the Atsion Family Campground."
"It was a great location, closest site to the water with beautiful views. Super convenient if you're a Kayaker, you can launch right off that spot. Its a huge site, away from other sites."
"The park was easy to find and located a short distance from the highway. We were met at the entry gate with a personalized folder containing lots of helpful information for our stay."
"We love the lake side campsites."
"We did Chinatown and walked part of the Schuylkill River trail which we accessed by parking near Fairmount Park."
"In addition to the peaceful vibe, the people are friendly, the little office store has everything you forgot to pack, and if you look around the campground edges or follow the walking trail into the woods"
"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."
"Not close off the highway, but wooden sites. Seems as though people spend their summers there. Pool was beautiful and looked new. Mini golf was decrepit and looked abandoned. Store was nice."
from $31 - $50 / night
Check Availability"There are grocery stores close by like Walmart about 20 minutes away. The beach is nice and clean. We rented canoes near the beach."
"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."
from $20 - $65 / night
Check Availability"It's only a one minute walk from the parking area to the site. Our site was right next to the Mullica River, and had excellent views if you walked just a couple steps from the tent."
"Great sites, great trails, lots of hiking and off road trails for dirt bike/atv/ trucks. Pretty good boating/ fishing. Just gotta check often for chiggers and ticks."
"The pool and surrounding amenities are nice and clean including lake, snack bar, and ice cream
WOULD WE COME BACK?Absolutely, this is a nice place for a few days of downtime."
"They have many amenities form a lake to swim or fish, to playgrounds,theres a convenient store and even an arcade, and the best part is all the farms around."
from $50 - $150 / night
Check Availability"I grew up near the pine barrens and would camp here many times with friends. If you want off the beaten path and not close to anyone... this is IT! You might even see the Jersey Devil :)"
"Best part about the campground is that it's right on the 50 mile Batona Trail so it's a great stop-over assuming you've made reservations. No first-come first-serve."
TravelerMany long term seasonal sites. Good community. Large shower house good and clean . Pool. Game room. Off leash dog park. Wooded/shady sites or no shade sunny sites. Lots of area to walk or play. Large field, basketball couture, frisky golf, play area and laundry room. We were here all summer (June-october). Lots to do in the area. Good food nearby. Ocean city 10 minutes away.
ScoutThis 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.
GuideThis 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.
ScoutRestrooms 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.
ScoutMy 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…
GuideBeautiful 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.
ScoutFirst time at this campground really like it a lot will be returning. The bathrooms are always clean. The grounds are always kept up. Just a really nice place to stay. Most of the sites have some kind of shade.
GuideI personally did not like this campsite. First of all, our site tag was leftover from SEPTEMBER. Did no one look at any of these sites and leave someone else’s registration posted there for almost a year? Wild. Our campsite had trash leftover from previous campers. The whole campground was loud - from other campers to just the sounds from the nearby road. If you are looking for peace it is NOT here. If you’re looking to have loud music time all night with no repercussions as your kids ride around yelling and carrying on past midnight then you’ll have a blast. The pros of this campsite was supposed to be the access to Lake Atsion but we were turned away at the gate at 12:30 as they stated they were at capacity. Checking into our campsite they specifically asked if we would be utilizing the recreation area so we would have a pass for entry, but that’s seemingly not in their logistical headcount. I would not visit here again.
ScoutI recently stayed at Site 36, and unfortunately, my experience was very disappointing. The biggest issue was the campsite itself. Site 36 is extremely small, with neighboring campers only about 5 feet away on one side and roughly 12 feet behind the site. There was very little privacy, which made it difficult to relax. Many of the nearby sites appeared to be occupied by long-term or permanent residents. Several had large amounts of personal belongings stored under tarps, giving the area an unkempt appearance. In addition, the neighboring campsite had children's bikes, large toys, and other miscellaneous items overflowing onto the site I had rented, making it feel even more cramped. Another major concern was the constant cigarette and marijuana smoke. It was noticeable throughout much of the day, and because of the smoke, I couldn't comfortably leave my camper windows open. At over $110 per night for a full hookup site, I expected a much better experience. I understand the campground told me there were no other sites available, although I did notice a few empty sites during my stay. Whether those sites were reserved or unavailable for another reason, I can't say, but Site 346 should not be rented at this price given its condition and lack of privacy. Overall, I would not stay here again and cannot recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing camping experience. Its great for daily tubing but as a camper they lock the fence that gets you to the bridge so you have to take a long walk around although non campers can pull right up, it makes no sense to have a pass through that's locked.
Camping options around Williamstown, New Jersey benefit from the region's flat to gently rolling terrain, with elevations rarely exceeding 100 feet above sea level. The area's sandy, acidic soil supports distinctive pine barrens vegetation while providing well-draining tent sites. Temperatures typically range from 45-80°F during the main camping season of mid-April through October, with rainfall distributed evenly throughout the year.
Kayaking at lakefront sites: Several campgrounds feature direct water access for easy kayak launching. At Atsion Family Camp, site #8 offers exceptional water views. One camper noted, "I always get site #8 and it has an amazing view of the lake. While camping at atsion family campground, you have free access to the recreation center (the beach and some trails)."
Nature trails exploration: Wharton State Forest contains extensive hiking options suitable for beginners. The Batona Trail runs directly through some campgrounds. A visitor to Batona Campground explained, "Walking Trails Directly From Campsite... Best part of this campground is trailheads begin directly from campsites. Trails vary in length but all are flat and easily accessible."
Fishing from shoreline spots: Multiple campsites offer fishing opportunities without requiring a boat. The ponds at Old Cedar Campground are stocked and accessible. "Nice for a quiet weekend... Fishing was great," reported one visitor, while another mentioned, "Very quiet Campground. Easily can sleep late here! Clean, woodsy and nice staff."
Spacious, private sites: Many campgrounds offer well-separated sites with natural barriers. At Parvin State Park Campground, campers appreciate the layout: "Site was level and easy in and out. Large site off the main road to other sites. Nice hiking trails. Staff very nice." Another noted, "Woodsy, nice lake and nature trails."
Easy city access: The area's proximity to Philadelphia provides a convenient base for exploring urban attractions. A camper at Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA shared, "Stayed here in our RV. It was the closest campground to Philly so we called a Lyft to get us into the city. The staff was super friendly and helpful." Another visitor added, "We stayed here for 3 nights while visiting family In Philadelphia. It is a 20 minute ride into Philly and Uber was was quick and responsive."
Well-maintained facilities: Campers frequently mention the quality of amenities at established campgrounds. One reviewer of Hospitality Creek described their experience: "The park was easy to find and located a short distance from the highway. We were met at the entry gate with a personalized folder containing lots of helpful information for our stay... The entire site was level and covered in mulch. The water, electric, and sewer hookups looked practically brand new."
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds in the area require advance bookings, especially for weekend stays. For Hospitality Creek Campground, campers noted the reservation system: "Like more and more campgrounds, they offered virtual check-in and payment online. This meant that we were handed a welcome packet at the front gate and sent on our way without delays for paperwork or payments."
Sandy roads in forest areas: Access to some Wharton State Forest campgrounds involves navigating sandy roads. A Batona Campground visitor advised, "The road into the campground is about 1 mile of loose sand. It can be accessed by a standard vehicle." Another camper mentioned, "Roads into the place are single car only, with a good amount of spots to pull off if you find your self head to head with another vehicle. Pretty bumpy road."
Variable water quality: Some campgrounds have issues with water quality or availability. A Parvin State Park camper reported, "Bathrooms were clean but most of the faucets on the sinks were broken. The water has a very high iron content. I couldn't even use it for tooth brushing." Another mentioned, "Note that water isn't available in winter months at some forest campgrounds."
Kid-friendly activities: Campgrounds with organized events provide entertainment for children. A visitor to Jellystone Park South Jersey shared, "The pool and surrounding amenities are nice and clean including lake, snack bar, and ice cream." Another camper described Four Seasons Campground as "Very nice campground with plenty of things to do for the kids. Beautiful pool, very nice playground and arcade."
Beginner-friendly sites: Some locations offer ideal setups for first-time campers. One visitor explained their experience: "Me and my girlfriends first camping trip so we're both kinda new to the whole thing. This place was great for beginners. Had plenty of space at the campsite, picnic table and fire pit. Lots to do in the surrounding area too!"
Weekend noise considerations: Some campgrounds become considerably busier on weekends with different noise levels. A camper at Goshen Pond noted, "Went during the week, there were 4 sites taken adjacent to me, the rest of the campsite barely had anyone. Unfortunately 2 of them were taken by a large family group who were pretty loud until midnight - no fault of the campsite, just note that this place will have a higher frequency of this type of visitor."
Hookup access planning: Water connections may require extra equipment at some campgrounds. A camper at Old Cedar Campground advised, "The water hookups are shared every other site (at least in the Fence Loop). I was lucky my 75' hose barely reached the distance needed. Be sure to bring extra hoses."
Campground road navigation: Some campgrounds have tight turns and narrow roads that challenge larger RVs. One reviewer noted about Hospitality Creek: "We navigated the park to our lakefront site using the map with pre-marked route in our welcome packet. The roads and turns were tight for our 36' motorhome, but manageable."
Site selection for larger rigs: Identifying appropriate sites for big rigs requires research. A camper at KC's Camp Fitness mentioned the campground is "perfect for large rigs. A safe haven located just outside of the city." At Batona Campground, a visitor cautioned, "Sites are suitable for tents or small campers. The unpaved road into the site is narrow and tree lined. A larger RV would not fit."
Frequently Asked Questions
What amenities are offered at Camp Porter in Williamstown, NJ?
While specific information about Camp Porter is limited, many campgrounds in the Williamstown area offer similar amenities to Butterfly Camping Resort, which provides large playgrounds, planned activities for children, spacious sites with natural privacy barriers, clean bathrooms, and a fishing lake. Standard amenities at campgrounds in this region typically include water hookups, electric sites, shower facilities, and recreation areas. For the most current and accurate information about Camp Porter's specific amenities, it's recommended to contact them directly before planning your trip.
What campgrounds are available in Williamstown, NJ?
Williamstown offers several quality camping options. Jellystone Park South Jersey is a family-friendly campground in Williamstown with drive-in access and full amenities. Another nearby option is Hospitality Creek Campground, which offers boat-in, drive-in, and walk-in access with reservable sites, water, toilets, and is big-rig friendly. The area is also a short drive from other popular South Jersey camping destinations, making it a convenient base for exploring the region.
How much does camping cost in Williamstown, NJ?
Camping costs in the Williamstown area vary by campground and accommodation type. At Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA, which is near Williamstown, full hookup sites typically range from $45-65 per night. State parks like Belleplain State Forest offer more budget-friendly options, with sites starting around $20-30 per night, plus potential additional fees (such as $5 for pets). Prices generally increase on weekends and during peak summer season. Most campgrounds also offer weekly and monthly rates that provide savings for longer stays.
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