RV sites near Cheltenham, Pennsylvania offer varied terrain across the region's coastal plains and rolling hills. Most campgrounds operate seasonally from March/April through November, with wooded sites providing moderate shade. Many campgrounds in this area feature small ponds or lakes, and summer humidity levels typically reach 70-80%.
What to do
Miniature golf course activities: At Spring Gulch Resort Campground, families can enjoy the on-site course, though one camper noted it "could use some upkeep as there was trash strewn throughout the course." Another visitor mentioned the course "needs maintenance" and "needs to be regreened."
Fishing opportunities: Several campgrounds offer fishing ponds for recreational anglers. At Lake-in-Wood Campground, visitors enjoy "nice fishing in the lake," though some campers have mentioned seeing "dead fish" in ponds at other locations during peak summer heat.
Live entertainment options: Weekend activities include scheduled performances at many campgrounds. One reviewer at Sun Valley Campground mentioned "The Saturday night bands are concert worthy," making it worth planning your stay to include weekend nights when entertainment is scheduled.
What campers like
Accessibility to Philadelphia attractions: Village Scene Park offers convenient access to Philadelphia. One camper noted: "VSP's location is great for those wanting to access some of the bigger, better things in Philly proper, without having to actually stay in the city" and "Nearby there's a SEPTA Doylestown/Landsdale regional rail line stop that will pretty much give you all of the direct access to the city."
Clean bathroom facilities: Several campgrounds maintain their facilities well. A camper at Thousand Trails Chestnut Lake noted "clean showers and toilet" among the pros, while another mentioned "showers are basic but far from the worst I've experienced, clean and stocked."
Pet-friendly environment: Most RV parks welcome pets with some restrictions. Village Scene Park has "an empty lot right next to the area designated for RVers, so me thinks if you come bringing Fido, you'll have plenty of space for him/her/they to run around and do their business."
What you should know
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the region have uneven terrain. At Mays Landing Resort, a visitor reported "sites are very unleveled so the staff switched us to a pull thru space that was a tad bit more level but still very unleveled."
Narrow roads: Navigation can be difficult within certain campgrounds. One camper at Lake-in-Wood Campground observed "The roads were very tight and you really had to watch how you drove through because of the trees."
Seasonal operation: Most RV sites near Cheltenham close during winter months. Spring Gulch Resort operates from "Mar 21 - Dec 1," while Sun Valley Campground runs from "April 1 to November 1," requiring advance planning for fall visits.
Tips for camping with families
Pool facilities vary by season: Swimming pools are typically open during summer months only. At Spring Gulch Resort, a camper mentioned "not enough staffing to keep amenities like pool open after 5 during the week," suggesting families plan daytime swimming.
Playground options: Sun Valley Campground offers recreation facilities for children. A visitor noted the park has a "great swimming pool" and is a "well wooded campground with friendly staff and guests."
Organized activities: Many campgrounds schedule family-oriented events. At Mays Landing Resort, one camper mentioned "my daughter really enjoyed the scavenger hunt," and noted "Halloween decorations were the best," suggesting themed weekends provide extra entertainment value.
Tips from RVers
Hookup positioning: Some sites have awkward utility placement. A visitor noted at one park "the pull-thru sites are packed together so tightly that our sitting area was bordered by the hookups from the neighboring site."
Dump station hours: Check operational times for dump stations as they may be limited. At Village Scene Park, a camper reported "there's a $20 flat dump fee, opened 9-4pm M-F, but closed on the weekends (to our chagrin, we found this out too late!)."
Big rig navigation: Large RVs may struggle at certain campgrounds. One reviewer at Lake-in-Wood Campground stated "The roads were very tight and you really had to watch how you drove through because of the trees," indicating careful planning is needed for larger vehicles.
