Cabin camping near Boyertown, Pennsylvania spans across several scenic parks within the rolling hills of Berks and Chester counties. The region sits at approximately 500-900 feet elevation with a moderate climate that allows for extended camping seasons, particularly at French Creek State Park which operates year-round. Fall temperatures typically range from 40-65°F with brilliant foliage displays throughout October, creating ideal conditions for cabin rentals when tent camping becomes less comfortable.
What to do
Disc golf course adventures: Boulder Woods Campground features an extensive disc golf course that draws enthusiasts from surrounding areas. "The spots are tight to get into but the staff will offer to park your camper using your vehicle. I let them park mine and I'm really glad I did. It was super tight. Gorgeous place though. They also have a disc golf course and they rent and sell discs. That's where we fell in love with disc golf," explains one visitor to Boulder Woods Campground.
Appalachian Trail access: Direct hiking connections to famous trails are available from some campgrounds. "Lovely camp site with access to a lot of amenities, all the while keeping a 'primative' feel. Pool, playground, camp store, bike and golf cart rentals. Super easy access to Appalachian trail. Trail heads begin inside the campsite," notes a visitor to Blue Rocks Family Campground.
Fishing and paddling: Multiple lakes offer fishing opportunities with various species. "There are two lakes, Hopewell and Scott's Run and each contain many species of fish. We spent Saturday afternoon fishing but not catching anything at Scott's Run. It's a beautiful location and it was still a fun way to spend the day with the kids away from the site," shares a camper at French Creek State Park Campground.
What campers like
Private, wooded sites: Many campers appreciate the natural separation between sites. "As long as you don't stay right across from the bath houses you will find ample shade at your site. There are so many trees and brush in between most sites you can't even really see your neighbors," notes a visitor to French Creek State Park Campground.
Boulder fields for exploration: Unique geological features provide natural playground areas. "Our children loved to climb all over the rocks, that is where they spent most of the time. Primitive but fun!" shares a family who stayed at Blue Rocks Family Campground.
Creek-side camping: Water features enhance many camping spots. "Really nice campground. Staff was friendly and helpful. It's very secluded, no highway noise. Our spot backed up right to a creek and it was beautiful," writes a visitor to Allentown KOA.
What you should know
Seasonal availability: Most cabin accommodations have limited operating seasons. "We chose loop A, B sites. Thankfully, a short walk to the bathroom facilities for us tent campers. Normally site 35 would have been way too small for our usual gear– a behemoth 9X15 tent- but it was a perfect fit for the tent I was reviewing on this trip," notes a camper reviewing site options at French Creek State Park.
Bathroom facilities vary: Quality and cleanliness of restrooms differs between parks. "The bathroom at the campground is very nice and new however it is a little on the dirty side. I don't know if they have anyone who goes around to clean the bath houses but it certainly was in need of cleaning," reports another French Creek visitor.
Site selection matters: Some campgrounds have significant differences between areas. "We checked out the other loops for future use and found Loop A to have very spacious, less rocky sites, however, there was little shrubbery between each site, making them less private than the sites in Loop C," advises a seasoned visitor to the area.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Nockamixon State Park Cabins offers quality play areas. "Family friendly with lots of activities," mentions one visitor, while another adds, "The cabins are full electric with heat and are well appointed. It was an excellent fall trip location for a family with young children."
Fishing spots for kids: Several lakes offer easy shore fishing. "Great place to picnic fish from land or boat, go for a nice scenic walk, go Kayaking, etc. If you don't own a boat, you can rent one right at the lake," shares a visitor to Nockamixon State Park.
Organized activities: Some campgrounds provide scheduled events. "They have so much to do for kids!! Great swimming pool, immaculately clean bathrooms and showers. Well wooded campground with friendly staff and guests," notes a visitor to Sun Valley Campground.
Tips from RVers
Site navigation challenges: Some camping areas require experience to navigate. "Very small campground. Can be tight getting around with a bigger camper if not experienced. 2 different playgrounds and a pool that could use some updating. Staff was very helpful and accommodating," advises an RVer from Allentown KOA.
Level sites with hookups: Many parks offer quality RV accommodations. "Our site was level and nicely graded. We didn't have any trouble getting in and out and all the hook-ups were well-placed and worked well (including the cable)," shares a visitor to Pine Hill RV Park, adding "The only real downside of this park was the price (58/night for 50 amp full-hookup) and a bit of road noise from the interstate and the wifi was really poor."
Seasonal restrictions: Some campgrounds limit what RVs qualify for seasonal stays. "Three years ago, we fell in love with this campground. We knew we had to find an RV and become seasonals. Fast forward, we bought one, went to talk to them... They only allow seasonal campers to be 10 years old or newer. Ours is 13. Very disappointed. But for a weekend away, it's a great place," shares a Boulder Woods camper.
