3 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Several RV parks near Conestoga provide full hookup options for travelers exploring Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Spring Gulch Resort Campground in New Holland operates from March 21 to December 1 with full hookups including 50-amp service, water, and sewer connections. The campground accommodates big rigs on gravel sites. Thousand Trails Circle M in Lancaster features pull-through and back-in sites with full hookup capabilities, operating from April 7 to November 26. Sun Valley Campground in Narvon maintains level gravel sites with full hookups from April 1 to November 1. Sites throughout the region vary considerably in size and spacing, with some parks offering spacious pull-throughs while others feature tighter arrangements. "The sites are very close together, like parking spaces, and afford no privacy between them. This is typical for an RV park," noted one camper.
Access to most RV parks requires navigating through rural Pennsylvania roads, with some campgrounds situated near highways providing convenient overnight stops. Seasonal availability varies significantly, with most parks closing between late October and early April. Dump stations are available at all major RV parks, though some smaller facilities may have limited capacity during peak weekends. Cell service can be inconsistent throughout the region, particularly in more rural locations. Many parks offer cable TV connections, though WiFi quality varies considerably between locations. Pet-friendly sites are common, though restrictions apply in certain areas. Propane refill services are limited, with only select campgrounds offering on-site filling stations. Between Lancaster and Hershey, several campgrounds provide shuttle services to major attractions during peak tourist season.
"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."
"The biggest downside to this particular campground is its very close proximity to the PA Turnpike, which while convenient, might detract a bit from the peace & quiet you might be expecting when here"
"Tucked into the rolling, wooded hills of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country RV Resort offers a unique blend of peaceful countryside and activity-packed camping, all just a stone"
"I got an amazingly large site with a nice fire pit and picnic table. The site was very level so that was great! Nice indoor and outdoor pools! Cable TV isn't free, but I never use it anyway."
"We got pretty lucky and were assigned one of the concrete pads that was pretty level. It is absolutely beautiful out."
"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."
"While its proximity to the highway makes access easy, the property itself is gated, organized into distinct camping zones and packed with amenities that clearly cater to longer stays and families looking"
"campground so inconveniently located (more on this later) right next to highway I76."
"While it offers nice amenities and a shuttle to Hersheypark, the campground itself is very tight, cramped, and hard to navigate."
"I stayed at HersheyPark Camping Resort with my family over the extended Easter weekend this year. "
from $50 - $60 / night
"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
"We stayed at Appalachian to visit a friend who has a seasonal site. Our site was full hook up."
"Family friendly. Lots for the kids to do."
"There seem to be a lot of seasonal campers but everyone was extremely nice and welcoming. We had a pull-through site with W/S/E, which made dumping, etc much easier that pulling to a dump site."
"It’s a nice campground with a lot of amenities for all. Everyone whom I had contact with that had season sites were very friendly and provided some good info."
"The spots are a little tight but we were able to get our 46’ toy hauler in the spot with very little effort. Because the sites are back-in, we can’t use our rear patio but that is ok."
"The staff was very friendly and our site was a good location. People were all friendly and welcoming! We came in early fall with 3 kids."
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!
GuideGreat campsite. Fire pit, picnic table, swimming pool ( not open), miniature golf course, laundromat, bathrooms, showers, dump station, gathering areas for groups, playground, and even a horse area and stalls for horses. Dog friendly. Staff was very helpful and curious.
GuideWe booked two nights mid October not realizing that it's duck hunting season and that hunting is allowed RIGHT by the campground - with kids everywhere. We were jolted out of sleep at 5 am by gun fire right near our site. It kept up for the next hour. In addition, the bathrooms, although clean are in poor condition. Peeling paint everywhere with bare concrete in the showers. For such a pretty site, we had a miserable stay. We left after one night.
GuideWhere we were camping had blown up their dump station. Artillery Ridge helped us out. $10. to dump. If we come to camp in Gettysburg, it will be hear.
GuideYou just can't beat a pennsylvania park. This one is not an exception. Nice clean restroom, plenty of room. Now, what cost a star. Yes, it rained like hell. When we broke camp and go dump. The dump station was overflowing with sewer. Go to the guard shack to tell them, and find another site. None there. Can I go to an unused full hookup to dump? No! I would have to pay for the site. Two hours later, we found a place to dump for $10.
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.
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.
GuideWe only spent the night and didn't look at the amenities. The manager was very friendly and accommodating.
ScoutThe campground is in excellent condition. The facilities are top notch. The excellence and care of the campground is evident. The 4 stars is only due to the road noise and many of the sites are on top of each other. You feel like your neighbor is at your camp fire.
RV parks near Conestoga, Pennsylvania typically sit at elevations between 300-500 feet in the rolling hills of Lancaster County. The region experiences humid continental climate with warm summers reaching 85°F and cold winters dropping to 20°F. Camping season runs primarily from April through October, with most private campgrounds closing during winter months when overnight temperatures regularly fall below freezing.
Fishing opportunities: Sun Valley Campground offers a fishing pond where campers can enjoy catching catfish. "Caught some cat fish in the pond," notes one visitor who enjoyed the experience while staying at the campground.
Visit Amish Country: Explore the unique cultural experience of Pennsylvania Dutch Country while camping at Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country. "I don't know if the Amish camp, but regardless, if you'd like to experience what it's like to go camping in Amish country then Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country RV Resort has you covered," shares one camper who appreciated the cultural immersion.
Mini golf: Many campgrounds offer mini golf courses for families. "The golf course setup for spooky time of year," mentions a camper at Round Top Campground, highlighting how some facilities theme their activities seasonally.
Historic explorations: When staying at RV sites near Conestoga, Pennsylvania, Gettysburg is within day-trip distance. "We were there to relax but also to explore the town and battlefields. Again the drive into town was short and had enough road side visuals to keep you from dwelling on the drive," explains a visitor who used Round Top Campground as a base for exploring Gettysburg.
Live entertainment: Thousand Trails Circle M provides various entertainment options throughout camping season. "We happened to be there on the weekend a magician came, my kids loved it," shares a visitor who appreciated the programming.
Swimming options: Multiple pools are appreciated by campers, especially during summer heat. "2 pools which is a bonus. Many folks have golf carts, as the campground is huge—and you can get turned around easily," notes a camper at Drummer Boy Camping Resort.
Holiday activities: Campgrounds near Conestoga often organize special events for holiday weekends. "We spent Halloween weekend here. The kids loved it!! They had Halloween ever at every weekend of October," explains a camper who visited Circle M, highlighting the seasonal programming.
Clean facilities: Pinch Pond Family Campground receives praise for maintenance. "Nice, forested campground. Friendly staff, clean bathhouses. Sites well maintained but ours wasn't level," shares a camper who appreciated the cleanliness despite other challenges.
Site levelness varies: Many campgrounds feature sloping terrain that impacts site quality. "Very large park. Showed up on Wednesday, and was assigned a spot in loop 700 up on a hill in the center of a ring of trailers," reports a visitor to Sun Valley Campground, highlighting the topography challenges.
Seasonal closures: Most RV sites near Conestoga operate on limited schedules. Round Top Campground visitor notes, "Off-season so not crowded. Pool was clean and quite good sized, had it to ourselves due to season."
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience noise from nearby facilities. "Main drawback is noise from road and shooting range nearby. Fortunately our dog wasn't bothered by the sound of gunshots and it's only during the day," explains a visitor to Pinch Pond Family Campground, providing important context for noise-sensitive campers.
Water quality issues: Water systems may experience discoloration at certain campgrounds. "Water was rusty in our row came out brown at first then was tan after running through our filter for the entire stay. The site on either side was the same rusty," reports a camper at Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country.
Consider indoor pool options: For shoulder season camping, Lake-In-Wood Campground offers temperature-controlled swimming. "Nice pools and classes (water aerobics was fun for everyone). The did have a mini golf course too, but I am unsure if they do anymore," shares a visitor who enjoyed the water activities.
Book early for holiday weekends: Family-friendly campgrounds fill quickly during peak times. "We camped here in May for Memorial Day weekend. We usually avoid holidays but gave this campground a try. It was pretty full and everyone seemed to have a golf cart," notes a Drummer Boy Camping Resort visitor.
Check playground locations: Campground layouts affect convenience for families. "In my opinion as a mom of small kids maybe the worst part was that there was only 1 playground, it was all the way at the front of the campground (we had to drive to it) and it was very junky and run down," advises a parent who stayed at Drummer Boy Camping Resort.
Look for themed weekend events: Special programming enhances family camping experiences. "They had Halloween ever at every weekend of October and we spent Halloween weekend here. The kids loved it!!" shares a Circle M visitor, highlighting how themed weekends create memorable experiences.
Check site dimensions: Spring Gulch Resort Campground accommodates large rigs but requires planning. "Lots were a bit uneven, but pull through which was nice," notes one RVer, highlighting that pull-through convenience sometimes comes with leveling challenges.
Inspect sewer connections: Placement and height of hookups vary significantly. "The biggest complaint about our site was that the sewer hookup was inconveniently placed about six inches above the ground which meant that it would not drain properly (even with a slinky placed under it)," shares an RVer who visited Drummer Boy Camping Resort.
Consider off-peak timing: Visiting during weekdays provides quieter experiences. "Quiet during the week, weekends quite busy," notes a visitor to Drummer Boy Camping Resort, reflecting the typical pattern at campgrounds near Conestoga.
Watch for one-way roads: Navigation within larger campgrounds requires attention. "Roads through the park are fairly narrow with potholes. Some roads are one-way but people don't pay much attention to that and went whichever way they wanted, especially those in golf carts," advises an RVer who stayed at Drummer Boy Camping Resort.
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