The Concord area sits in Lancaster County at approximately 400 feet above sea level, experiencing moderate seasonal changes with summer temperatures averaging in the 80s and winter lows around freezing. RV campgrounds near Concord, Pennsylvania feature mostly wooded settings with sites on varied terrain that can range from flat pull-throughs to hillier back-in spaces. Many campgrounds operate primarily from April to November, closing during winter months.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Lake-In-Wood Campground offers a large pond stocked for catch-and-release fishing. "There is a huge pond for fishing, miniature gold, nice indoor and outdoor pool and a kiddie pool," notes one visitor.
Renaissance Fair access: Pinch Pond Family Campground serves as a popular base for Pennsylvania Renaissance Fair visitors. "Nice location for PA Renaissance Fair goers. Lots of activities in the campground. Pool is awesome," reports a camper named Pamela.
Explore Amish Country: Take guided tours from Thousand Trails Circle M to experience authentic Pennsylvania Dutch culture. "It is ideal for a leisurely weekend or longer getaway because it combines enjoyment, comfort, and the beauty of nature," shares a reviewer. The campground sits in the center of a horseshoe curve of the river, making it perfect for water activities too.
Mini golf: Several RV parks offer on-site mini golf courses for family entertainment. "They have a big lawn in the middle which rolls down to the lake. The weekend we were there they had a chicken dinner. It was actually very good," mentions a visitor to Lake-In-Wood Campground.
What campers like
Waterfront sites: Bar Harbor RV Park features premium waterfront sites where you can fish directly from your campsite. "Some sites you are right on the waters edge. Bathroom was clean, pool was closed...not too many campers but it sure was a nice time," shares Janet P.
Family activities: Spring Gulch Resort Campground offers numerous organized events for all ages. "Fun activities for kids and adults," notes Stacey T., while another reviewer mentions, "This resort is a lot bigger than you would anticipate from the road/entryway. Tons of amenities for families including mini golf, an arcade, pools, fishing ponds, etc."
Indoor amenities: Several campgrounds provide indoor recreation options for rainy days or shoulder seasons. "There is an indoor pool and spa (spa closed due to Covid)," describes one camper about their stay at Circle M, adding, "We enjoyed our time here and would try again but in the lower level."
Swimming facilities: Multiple RV parks feature swimming pools with extended hours. "The pool was very nice and refreshing. I liked how the kid area wrapped around and connected to the deeper end," reports a visitor to Robin Hill Campground.
What you should know
Site conditions: Many campsites throughout the region have uneven surfaces requiring careful setup. "The site we got was a pull thru but slanted. There wasn't much room on our site to do anything else," reports a camper at Lake-In-Wood.
Noise considerations: Pinch Pond Family Campground sits near a shooting range which creates daytime noise. "The only thing that is negative is that there is a shooting range right next door. It is pretty consistent from lunch to dinner," warns Tara N.
Cell service: Coverage varies by carrier with most parks reporting moderate signal strength. "Wifi is available at a cost. We had 2 bars LTE on T-Mobile," notes a visitor to Sun Valley Campground.
Reservation systems: Some Thousand Trails properties use a first-come, first-served site selection process rather than assigned sites. "As with all thousand trails, this campground is first come best site," explains Karla about Circle M. Plan to arrive early for the best options.
Tips for camping with families
Book holiday weekends early: Sun Valley Campground gets fully booked during peak summer weekends and holidays. "The minute you walk into the office you get that 'aha' moment. The office greets you with a smile and 'Welcome to Sun Valley, how can I help you,'" shares a seasonal camper.
Consider golf cart rentals: At larger campgrounds, renting a cart improves mobility around the property. "Golf cart rentals worth it," advises a Lake-In-Wood camper, as the property can be quite spread out.
Look for weekend entertainment: Many parks offer scheduled activities on weekends. "They had Halloween ever at every weekend of October and we spent Halloween weekend here. The kids loved it!!" shares a visitor to Circle M.
Playground accessibility: Choose sites near play areas if traveling with children. "The playground was luckily right across from us up on the hill," notes a happy camper at Robin Hill about their convenient location.
Tips from RVers
Avoid buddy sites: Some campgrounds have shared utility areas that can limit privacy. "The buddy site was very narrow and since our buddy arrived first we had no choice but to park farther down on the site to avoid our awnings touching and that left us very uneven," explains an Appalachian Camping Resort visitor.
Site leveling challenges: Many RV campgrounds in the Concord region have sloping sites requiring extra leveling equipment. "It is absolutely beautiful out. The grounds are well-kept, and aside from the 8pm Saturday night golf cart parade that was beyond loud, it's been really quiet and peaceful," reports Nick E. about Circle M.
Early arrival recommended: For parks with first-come site selection, plan to arrive early in the day. "We did not wait in a mile long line to park and go into the office. There was no rv backup of people trying to get through," shares a happy camper at Appalachian about their efficient check-in experience.
Check road width for large rigs: Some campgrounds have narrow internal roads that can complicate navigation. "The roads were very tight and you really had to watch how you drove through because of the trees," advises a visitor to Lake-In-Wood regarding maneuvering larger RVs through the property.
