Camping locations around Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania sit within Chester County's rolling hills at elevations between 200-500 feet. The area experiences distinct seasons with humid summers reaching 85°F and winter lows around 20°F. Most campgrounds within 30 miles of Chesterbrook remain open from April through October, with limited winter camping options for those seeking yurt camping or heated accommodations.
What to do
Hiking trails: Scout Run loop at French Creek State Park Campground offers a moderate 4-mile route through mixed hardwood forest. "We loved our stay at this park, and plan to return. There is lots of hiking, the lake is beautiful, at least two playgrounds, the bathrooms were well maintained," notes Katie M.
Disc golf: 18-hole course at Boulder Woods Campground challenges all skill levels with wooded terrain and elevation changes. "We did a weekend trip with just adults, tent camping. The disc golf course is huge and they seem to have tournaments. They sell disc golf things in the store as well," shares Karralee B.
Wildlife observation: Visit dawn or dusk at Evansburg State Park when animals are most active. "I've spent countless hours hiking and fishing in Evansburg. Since he was 2 years old I've taken my son, and we always have an amazing time, either hiking the trails to wandering in the woods looking for adventures," says Andrew C.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Natural vegetation buffers create separation at many campgrounds. "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," explains Jen R. about Hibernia County Park.
Level camping pads: Concrete or gravel surfaces make setup easier for tents and RVs. "All sites have a paved level area which made set up a breeze. Sites were not on top of each other. Bathrooms were very nice and clean with large showers," reports Jen R. about French Creek State Park.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple stocked ponds within short distances of campsites. "The lake is about a 3 minute hike down the clearly marked trails. Each site has a large picnic table and a fire ring with a built in grill. The children's pond is a short ways away for well stocked fishing," notes Anna about Hibernia County Park.
What you should know
Site selection varies widely: Request sites away from facilities if seeking quiet. "We stayed in Loop C, which is the only loop that allows pets. I expected it to be much noisier than it was. All of the dogs were well behaved," shares Jen R. about French Creek.
Limited water access at some sites: Plan water usage carefully especially at primitive campgrounds. "There are NO HOOKUPS, and water is not easy to come by if you are in an RV. If you are coming in an RV, you should come with a full water tank. There is one spigot at the bathroom," warns Jennifer S. about Hibernia County Park.
Yurt accommodations book quickly: Reserve 6+ months in advance for yurt camping near Chesterbrook. "We stayed for a week in one of the glamping tents. The staff was very friendly and the tents were more glamorous than we had tried before, but definitely had a good combination of woodsy and comfort," reports Jaquiline D. about Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Choose loops near play areas for shorter walks with young children. "The camp playground was brand new when we arrived and they had just broken ground. There are two different playground in the same area to accommodate kids of all ages. They also have pickleball, mini golf and a lovely pool," recommends Phinon W. about Philadelphia-West Chester KOA.
Kid-friendly fishing spots: Designated children's ponds offer higher catch rates. "Walking/hiking trails and the lake were super peaceful. The children's pond is a short ways away for well stocked fishing," says Chelsea about Hibernia County Park.
Unique accommodation options: Try yurt camping in Chesterbrook area for a compromise between tents and cabins. "Lake-In-Wood Campground features unique yurt accommodations in a wooded setting. We had a great time at this campground. There is a huge pond for fishing, miniature golf, nice indoor and outdoor pool and a kiddie pool," notes Jen R. about Lake-In-Wood Campground.
Tips from RVers
Site width considerations: Request end sites for more space with larger rigs. "The sites are large and all were redone in the last few years with concrete pads, 30 amp service and full sewer. Book early because it fills up fast!" advises Ellen B. about Lums Pond State Park Campground.
Challenging entry angles: Practice tight turns before arrival at some campgrounds. "I did have major trouble backing in because the road is too narrow for a 45' motorhome to back in on a nearly 90-degree angle. Don't stay in this site in a big motorhome. The trailers/5th wheels seem better because they 'bend' at the hitch," cautions Matt S. about Philadelphia-West Chester KOA.
Electric-only sites common: Bring portable water containers to refill at centralized spigots. "This campground has 2 small loops, the Lake Loop and the Fiddler's Loop. There are NO HOOKUPS, and water is not easy to come by if you are in an RV," reminds Jennifer S. about Hibernia County Park.
