Camping near Chalfont, Pennsylvania offers a mix of year-round and seasonal options within 30-45 minutes of Philadelphia. The region sits at approximately 400 feet above sea level in the Piedmont region, with camping options spanning both rural and suburban settings. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing, while summer brings humidity and temperatures in the 80s to 90s.
What to do
Disc golf and fishing: Green Lane Park features a disc golf course with multiple hiking trails surrounding a fishing lake. "Phenomenal disc golf course, hiking, and fishing," notes Benjamin C. about Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park.
Swimming options: Several campgrounds maintain heated pools that extend swimming seasons. "The pool is open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. There is also a separate kiddie pool," explains Lee D. about Little Red Barn Campground.
Mountain biking adventure: Blue Mountain Resort offers unique downhill mountain biking opportunities. "Ride the ski lifts up to the top of the mountain then you get to bike down it, they have rental bikes available or bring your own. You can also Zip line or swing through the trees if you would rather," shares Lois about Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort.
What campers like
Private primitive sites: Tent campers appreciate the secluded primitive sites at certain campgrounds. "Primitive sites are very private, friendly staff, clean grounds," notes Kelsey K. about Little Red Barn Campground, though she warns these sites are "very far from the primitive sites."
Themed accommodations: Unique rental options add character to the camping experience. "There are a lot of really neat and different rentals here like a tree house, double decker bus, among others," shares Jen R. about Lake-In-Wood Campground.
Clean shower facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained bathroom facilities. "The shower had nice hot water," reports Lee D., while another camper mentioned "The laundry area and shower rooms are beautiful and clean" at Stonybrook RV Resort.
What you should know
Tent site limitations: Some campgrounds prioritize RVs over tent camping. "The sites available are primitive or have water and electric and bathhouses/restrooms are located in a few spots around the park. Campsites can be on top of each other and can be very rocky or muddy. We actually broke quite a few tent stakes just trying to get our footprint down," explains Phinon W. about Spring Gulch.
Seasonal crowds: Weekends are considerably busier than weekdays at most campgrounds. "We camped here over Memorial Day weekend and it was full," reports Jen R. about Spring Gulch Resort Campground, noting limited dump stations can create bottlenecks during checkout.
Noise considerations: Nearby industrial activity affects some camping areas. "There is a quarry close by so you could hear the trucks beeping and noise from there," notes Jen R. about Lake-In-Wood Campground, while Steve R. mentioned "nearby Gun Range can be annoying and tough on pets" at Spring Gulch.
Tips for camping with families
Weekend activities: Many campgrounds schedule family-oriented programming. "They had a live band one evening. Activities through the day were fun," shares Dawn T. about Spring Gulch Resort, while another camper mentioned "Fun activities for kids and adults" at the same location.
Supervised amenities: Pool access and hours vary by campground. "Staff was nice but not enough staffing to keep amenities like pool open after 5 during the week," explains Beth B., adding that "Lots of sports gear available for free to use within park, has to be returned by 5 when main office closes."
Playground access: Family-friendly campgrounds offer dedicated play spaces. "Nice playground for the kids and a small arcade," notes Jen R., while Sun Valley Campground offers "90% full time" residents according to Alan, creating a neighborhood-like atmosphere.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Many campground pads require adjustment. "Our site was almost level but in order to reach the electric connection, we were sloped slightly downhill side-to-side," reports Lee D. about Little Red Barn Campground, while another camper noted "very very level site" at Stonybrook RV Resort.
Entry challenges: Some rv sites near Chalfont, Pennsylvania feature difficult approaches. "The entrance made for a challenging entry up a steep grade, narrow roadway, and sharp turn in. I made it without problems, but it wasn't easy in a 45' motorhome towing a Jeep," cautions Matt S. about Stonybrook RV Resort.
Seasonal site differences: Long-term residents occupy significant portions of RV parks. "This campground had been let go with poor management for many years, HOWEVER the new management and staff have really turned it around!" reports a camper about Sun Valley Campground, representing the variable conditions at campgrounds with significant permanent resident populations.
