3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
RV camping options near Chester include Spring Gulch Resort Campground in New Holland, which offers full hookup sites with 50-amp service from March through December. The campground features big-rig friendly spaces with water, sewer, and electric connections. "Sites were nice size and orderly. Site next to us had a pipe break, they had a maintenance crew come out immediately and fix it," one camper noted about their experience. Village Scene Park in Hatfield provides year-round RV accommodations with pull-through sites that include water, electric, and sewer hookups, though no fires are permitted. Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA receives mixed reviews for its RV sites, with some mentioning stone pull-through pads that can become muddy during wet conditions.
Several RV parks in the region require advance reservations, especially during peak seasons. Most facilities provide sanitary dump stations, though Village Scene Park charges a $20 fee and operates limited hours on weekdays only. Motorhome travelers should note that while full hookups are common, amenities vary significantly between locations. "The sites are big and spaced far apart. Lots of privacy," wrote one visitor about Lums Pond State Park Campground, a state-operated option in Delaware accessible from Chester. Cell service appears reliable throughout most parks, and pet policies generally allow dogs with proper leashing and cleanup. Some parks offer cable TV connections and WiFi, though connection quality can be inconsistent, particularly at sites furthest from central facilities.
"There was a craft show in the barn which was nice. Only two dump stations for a pretty large park. We would camp here again but not over a holiday."
"The campsites available are primitive or have water and electric and bathhouses / restrooms are located in a few spots around the park. Fire rings are at each site, but appear to get moved a lot."
"We stayed in the small tent loop at this private, primarily RV resort. First, the good stuff: The tent loop was empty for our 5 night stay with the exception of night 1. We were at site F17."
"The onsite stores prices were very inexpensive which surprised me. Halloween decorations were the best. The playground was great my daughter really enjoyed the scavenger hunt."
"Well wooded campground with friendly staff and guests. The only minor complaint is that the camp store was sparsely supplied. B+ little gem of a campground."
"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. Cable does not work. No internet. 2 bars LTE on T-Mobile."
"My family and I stayed at Lake In Wood for 4 days. The campground is very well maintained , and the staff is very nice."
"From the spotlessly clean grounds to the nice facilities this is a favorite of ours. There are lots of seasonal sites but there also lots of visitors too."
from $40 - $60 / night
"The two ladies had a greater handle on the operations of the very nice facility."
"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! This visit we stayed six months may to October"
from $48 / night
"We stayed here in November-December to do some exploring around Jersey. Not a lot going on at the fam camp. Clean and gravel. Lots of military training nearby but overall a quiet stay."
from $20 / night
"The neighbor’s sewer connection is right next to our picnic table! But, the sites are large enough for large RVs, they have 30/50 amp hookups and water & sewer."
"Really nice camp site…30-40 minutes from Philly…nice amenities for kids, adults and dogs…very dog friendly…wifi is lousy so make sure you have a good outdoor antenna…"
"Electric/Water/Sewer hookup sites for $56 a night! (2 night minimum) Which is a great full hookup price, even though it's gone up $6 since last year."
from $48 - $60 / night
ScoutWe stayed at the group site campground with our horse. We found the sites to be large, and clean. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and they have fall activities for the family, at the lake and nature hikes. The porta potty's are very clean, have hand sanitizer and plenty of paper. Will be returning again in a few weeks. Plenty of trails to ride on. A true gem in our own backyard.
LegendLocated just off US Route 1 in the upscale Princeton area, this spacious Lowe's serves up a surprisingly pleasant patch of pavement for weary road warriors looking to catch some shut-eye. Set back roughly 80 yards from the highway, this big blue home improvement retailer offers a generously sized parking lot with relatively manageable traffic, good maneuverability and a quieter atmosphere than you might expect from such a busy suburban retail corridor. The western and southern edges of the lot are particularly appealing for an overnight stay, and with Trader Joe's, Starbucks and several other retailers nearby, convenience certainly isn't in short supply. Better yet, the store management was friendly and accommodating when we called ahead to arrange our overnight visit.
HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Spacious, paved parking lot with plenty of room to maneuver larger rigs; (2) Convenient access to US Route 1 and nearby I-95; (3) Western and southern parking areas offer quieter spots away from the busiest customer traffic; (4) Excellent nearby conveniences, including Trader Joe's, Starbucks and several dining options; and (5) Friendly store management that welcomed our overnight stay, plus surprisingly good opportunities for outdoor recreation nearby.
LOWLIGHTS: (1) Some daytime retail traffic and occasional road noise, although nothing terribly disruptive; (2) No RV hookups, dump station or dedicated overnight camping facilities; (3) Parking areas closest to the store can become crowded during business hours; (4) Limited greenery and little of the scenery you'd expect from a traditional campground; and (5) While the overnight experience was excellent, this is still a commercial parking lot rather than a destination for an extended stay.
Happy Overnighting!
TravelerCountry Acres is a lovely, well maintained campground. Sites are level and bath house facilities clean and modern. Friendly staff in the office. Dog friendly. Local to all the Lancaster attractions. A complimentary farmland tour is offered by bus and it was great. They take you out into an area of Amish farms and shops and make a stop at 2 of these. The fresh Amish pretzels are amazing!
ScoutThe advertisements for Olde Mill Campground were disingenuous. The campsite was 20 yards from a roller coaster. The NOISE of the roller coaster and children on it screaming was as relentless and unnerving as any train we have ever slept near. There was no quiet until almost midnight. The “pull-through” site left my truck almost in the road and our 25’ Airstream slightly over the road on the backside. The site was not level. The sites were close enough to hear a neighbor’s snoring.
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.
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.
GuideWe stayed here to go to the Hershey RV show—about 55 min drive. Right in the center of Amish country. Campground is adults only. It was very clean. The bathrooms were very clean with great water pressure. The roads are tight for getting into sites. Site 5 was not level side to side. We met great people there.
RangerWe stayed just a couple nights here on our way north. The camp host was helpful before our stay and during check-in. Our site was pretty isolated from the others, so it was very quiet (no complaints here). There is a decent mix of sunny sites by the river and shady sites under the trees. The weather was perfect mid September. There wasn't anything spectacular for me, but it was a good experience and it was a nice taste of fall PA scenery. Beware that the roads are tight for a big rig. Side note, it did seem like most campers lived there.
RV camping near Chester, Pennsylvania offers year-round options within a 30-mile radius. The region features mostly flat terrain with occasional rolling hills, making it accessible for larger motorhomes and trailers. Campsites in this area frequently have gravel or stone pads that can become challenging during wet weather, especially in spring when rainfall averages 3-4 inches per month.
Water recreation at Lake-In-Wood Campground: Located in Narvon, this campground features fishing ponds and swimming options for visitors. "There is a pond for swimming and there were dead fish. There was a craft show in the barn which was nice," noted one camper who stayed over Memorial Day weekend.
Miniature golf courses: Multiple campgrounds offer mini-golf, though maintenance varies by location. At Spring Gulch Resort Campground, a visitor observed, "Mini golf was fun but need to be regreened….several holes needed maintenance."
Seasonal events and activities: Weekend programming is common at larger RV parks from April through October. "They had a live band one evening. Activities though the day were fun," reported a visitor at Spring Gulch, mentioning music performances that occur regularly.
Animal encounters: Some campgrounds maintain small farm animals for visitors. At Lake-In-Wood, one reviewer mentioned, "Goats to pet and watch," providing a simple activity for younger campers interested in animals.
Spacious premium sites: Some campgrounds offer upgraded site options with more room. At Lake-In-Wood Campground, a visitor noted, "The Prime Sites are very spacious," though they also mentioned that a nearby gun range "can be annoying and tough on pets."
Entertainment options: Larger resort-style parks maintain extensive recreation facilities. "Heated spa/pool in upper area are a bonus. Lots of sports gear available for free to use within park," reported one camper about Spring Gulch Resort.
Weekend entertainment: Many campgrounds schedule regular weekend activities, particularly during peak season. "This campground was very nice. They had a live band one evening. Activities through the day were fun," wrote a visitor about their experience.
Swimming facilities: Multiple locations feature swimming pools or natural swimming areas. One reviewer at Mays Landing Resort appreciated that "It has a nice playground for the little kids," showing family-oriented amenities.
Terrain challenges: Many campgrounds have uneven sites requiring careful leveling. "The spots were tight and when our neighbor parked his truck in his spot, my chair could almost touch it," reported one camper at Mays Landing Resort.
Seasonal population: Several parks host primarily long-term or seasonal residents. "90% of the people here are full time," noted a visitor to Sun Valley Campground, which operates from April to November.
Water quality varies: Some campgrounds experience water issues, particularly during peak usage. "The water stank and was straight brown," reported one camper at a Jellystone Park in the region.
Maintenance inconsistencies: Facility upkeep can vary significantly between locations and seasons. "Upper showers were much better, no bugs and water was hotter," noted one reviewer comparing facilities within the same campground.
Check age restrictions: Height requirements exist for some water attractions. At Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park, "you needed to be at least 42 inches to go on the slide or bounce house," according to a parent who visited.
Consider rental options: Many parks offer cabin accommodations as alternatives to RV camping. "Cabin rentals are everywhere and have replaced a lot of transient camper sites," noted one visitor about changes to Jellystone Park.
Budget for activities: Additional costs for recreation may apply beyond site fees. "Lots of sports gear available for free to use within park, has to be returned by 5 when main office closes," mentioned one family about Spring Gulch's policies.
Weather contingencies: Heavy rain can significantly impact site conditions, even at developed campgrounds. "It poured and hailed for 1 hr and it still made a swamp," reported a family camper about their site despite having a gravel base.
Site selection matters: When booking, request specific areas within campgrounds. At Village Scene Park, "Sites are narrow and can feel cramped, so don't expect big pull-throughs," advised one RVer who stayed there.
Dump station hours: Operating times for sanitary facilities vary significantly. Village Scene Park charges "$20 flat dump fee, opened 9-4pm M-F, but closed on the weekends," a limitation that affected weekend travelers.
Road conditions: Internal campground roads can present navigation challenges for larger vehicles. "The roads were very tight and you really had to watch how you drove through because of the trees," cautioned one RVer about Lake-In-Wood Campground.
Leveling preparation: Many sites require significant leveling equipment. "Lots were a bit uneven, but pull through which was nice," noted one RVer about their experience, suggesting that pull-through convenience may offset some leveling challenges.
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