Camping options near Edgemont, Pennsylvania concentrate within a 30-mile radius, accessible via Routes 1, 202, and 476. Most campgrounds operate seasonally between April and November due to the region's cold winters, with average summer temperatures ranging 75-85°F. The area sits at approximately 400 feet elevation with rolling terrain and small waterways characterizing the landscape.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Green Lane Park offers multiple ponds and lakes for anglers. "Green Lane Park is a beautiful park with several well marked trails for hiking," notes Katrina Z., while another visitor shares that the park has "phenomenal disc golf course, hiking, and fishing."
Miniature golf courses: Available at several RV campgrounds near Edgemont. At Lake-In-Wood Campground, "They did have a mini golf course too, but I am unsure if they do anymore," writes Meag F. At Spring Gulch Resort, a visitor observed, "Mini golf was fun but need to be regreened....several holes needed maintenance."
Swimming options: Most area campgrounds feature pools rather than natural swimming. Thousand Trails Circle M offers both indoor and outdoor pools, which campers particularly appreciate during shoulder seasons. "They have an indoor and outdoor pool. Nice playground. We were down by the river and had a lot of room on our site," states Leanne B.
What campers like
Quiet atmosphere: Despite proximity to populated areas, many parks maintain peaceful environments. "Very nice and clean campground. Store, pool and cafe. Firewood and miniature golf available. Some tight spots to navigate through. Nice fishing in the lake," shares Edward M. about Lake-In-Wood.
Location convenience: The surrounding area offers numerous attractions within driving distance. At Sun Valley Campground, visitors appreciate the location. "Very large park. Showed up on Wednesday, and was assigned a spot in loop 700 up on a hill in the center of a ring of trailers, past a lot of full-timers," noted Lori.
Family-friendly activities: Many campgrounds organize weekend events. At Sun Valley, one camper mentioned, "By far, the friendliest campground we have visited! The store is closed due to covid but the pool is open. There was a Leibys ice cream truck and food stand open the whole weekend. There were also planned activities for children and adults."
What you should know
Site variations: Quality and size of sites vary considerably between and within campgrounds. At Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park, "The sites are large but there is NO privacy. The sites are lined up next to each other along the campground driveway and there are absolutely no trees or shrubs between them," reports Jen.
Seasonal population: Many RV parks contain a high percentage of permanent or seasonal residents. At Sun Valley Campground, one visitor observed, "90% of the people here are full time," while another noted the community aspect: "We had visited numerous campgrounds and found Sun Valley to be the atmosphere there beyond our expectations."
Reservation requirements: Weekends book quickly during summer months, especially at parks with water features. Robin Hill Campground typically has greater availability, though quality varies: "We have always loved this campground. But although it is very clean and nicely located, but the corporation that owns this campground is very greedy."
Tips for camping with families
Pool access verification: Call ahead to confirm pool operation dates and hours. Robin Hill Campground offers a family-friendly pool area, though one visitor noted it needs attention: "The ring in the pool suggests the water level has been low for a long time."
Activity scheduling: Check campground event calendars when booking. At Thousand Trails Circle M, one visitor shared, "We happened to be there on the weekend a magician came, my kids loved it," while another notes, "Super clean and nice people! We enjoyed everything and the people were friendly."
Space requirements: Request end sites or sites away from main roads for more room. "Our site was a drive-through but slanted. There wasn't much room on our site to do anything else. The fire ring was about all the room allowed," observes Mary C. about Lake-In-Wood.
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Many sites throughout the region require additional leveling equipment. At Village Scene Park, Linda F. notes: "We've stayed here a couple times in past. Have family in the area. Grew up in this area so very comfortable and easy access to lots of places!"
Dump station access: Check operating hours and fees for dump stations. Village Scene charges $20 for dump station use with limited weekend access. One reviewer states: "On visiting the office the staff was very accommodating and helpful. The two ladies had a greater handle on the operations of the very nice facility."
Full hookup availability: Water, electric and sewer connections vary by site type and campground. At Green Lane Park, visitors note limitations: "The only potable water was from a near-broken water fountain at the public rest rooms and no electrical connection to recharge electronics."
Seasonal considerations: RV campgrounds near Edgemont, Pennsylvania typically close between November and March. At Sun Valley, seasonal operation runs "from April 1 to November 1" according to campground information, which matches the seasonal patterns across most parks in the region.
