Best Campgrounds near Conshohocken, PA

The area surrounding Conshohocken, Pennsylvania contains several established campgrounds within driving distance, providing a mix of outdoor experiences despite the suburban setting. French Creek State Park Campground, located about 30 miles northwest of Conshohocken, offers the most comprehensive camping options with accommodations for tents, RVs, cabins, and yurts. Other nearby options include Evansburg State Park, approximately 10 miles north, and Ridley Creek State Park, situated about 15 miles south. Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA in nearby New Jersey provides year-round camping with tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping accommodations.

Camping accessibility varies seasonally throughout the region, with most campgrounds operating year-round though some facilities may be limited during winter months. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for weekend stays during summer and fall when Philadelphia-area residents seek outdoor escapes. Many campgrounds in the area feature electric hookups, water access, and restroom facilities, though amenities differ significantly between locations. Fort Washington State Park and Evansburg State Park require no drinking water be available, making proper preparation essential. As one visitor noted about French Creek State Park, "We were looking for someplace close to the city but away from the hustle and bustle of our city life, this was the perfect little steal-away; relatively close by, great car camping spots, nice easy hikes."

Campers consistently highlight the contrast between the urban proximity and natural settings of these campgrounds. Philadelphia-West Chester KOA receives praise for its riverside location, with a visitor noting it is "located in a beautiful part of the Pennsylvania countryside with rolling hills" despite being "not too far from downtown Philly." The campground's position on the Brandywine River offers paddling opportunities with canoe and kayak rentals available. French Creek State Park earns high marks for its extensive trail system with 35 miles of hiking paths. Several reviews mention the convenience of these locations for city dwellers seeking quick nature escapes without long travel times, though some campgrounds like Village Scene Park are described as "a hodge-podge of different living accommodations" situated "smack dab in the middle of an otherwise sprawling suburban area."

Best Camping Sites Near Conshohocken, Pennsylvania (115)

    1. French Creek State Park Campground

    79 Reviews
    Geigertown, PA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 582-9680

    $20 - $75 / night

    "We were looking for someplace close to the city but away from the hustle and bustle of our city life, this was the perfect little steal-away; relatively close by, great car camping spots, nice easy hikes"

    "Campground Review: French Creek State Park Campground is located in Elverson, Pennsylvania and sits adjacent to Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site."

    2. Group Camp — Ridley Creek State Park

    10 Reviews
    Gradyville, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 892-3900

    $57 / night

    "well marked trails great for hiking. pet friendly! we love walking here with our dog. there are even a few great spots to get a small creek swim in! It also has a greag picnic area with grills."

    "We found a lot of really unique sites around the park. Will keep going back"

    3. Fort Washington State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Ambler, PA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 591-5250

    $28 - $72 / night

    "It's almost 500 acres filled with trails, woods,and river. I usually go to the parking right off of Militia hill rd.and Skippack Pike intersection."

    "Come for Militia Hill, hawk watching, cross country ski, or disc golf, and the trails along the Wissahickon Creek."

    4. Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA

    20 Reviews
    Paulsboro, NJ
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (856) 423-6677

    "They also have a catch and release pond and we found a pickleball court at a nearby city park."

    "In addition to the peaceful vibe, the people are friendly, the little office store has everything you forgot to pack, and if you look around the campground edges or follow the walking trail into the woods"

    5. Evansburg State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Skippack, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 409-1150

    $43 / night

    "It was a great place to walk with your dog and enjoy the Pennsylvania outdoors."

    "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”."

    6. Village Scene Park

    3 Reviews
    Hatfield, PA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 362-6030

    $48 / night

    "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"

    7. Alverthorpe Private Park

    3 Reviews
    Jenkintown, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 884-6538

    $1 - $100 / night

    8. Boulder Woods Campground

    10 Reviews
    Red Hill, PA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 257-7178

    "Nice place, a bit to close to the highways"

    "It was quite muddy so we moved our set up into the grass field, we reserved the majority of the sites in this location so it worked well. The RV spots seem nice and large."

    9. Philadelphia-West Chester KOA

    17 Reviews
    Downingtown, PA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 486-0447

    $59 - $86 / night

    "The campground is located in a beautiful part of the Pennsylvania countryside with rolling hills which meant the roads getting there are narrow and windy."

    "Everything was within close walking distance and the staff were extremely helpful. Pool and bathrooms were very clean."

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Recent Reviews near Conshohocken, PA

839 Reviews of 115 Conshohocken Campgrounds


  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Brandywine Creek Campground

    Brandywine

    We are on the third week of a four week trip. Campground is well maintained, quiet. This was our home while exploring Philadelphia. Uber to Downgrown, Septa or Amtrak to town. Reverse to camp. Very enjoyable. Hickory nut tree beside camper shared at times.

  • Jessica V.
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Tohickon Family Campground

    Great weekend spot

    We went with friends for a weekend. Both families have little kids and it was a great spot with a playground, construction digging area, and a bunch of activities for the kids to do. We went in September so the pool was closed but it looked like a nice size. Full hook ups which was great! Also they have a nice stream that everyone went fishing at. They are building some new sites at the end of the property.

  • Peyton S.
    Sep. 8, 2025

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Wonderful, Easy, Quick trip from Philly

    It’s about an hour away from Philadelphia. We tent camped in loop B. The site was wonderful. Just know it is a gravel site, not grass. The fire pit has a grill attachment and wood was easy to find. Water and bathrooms were close. We hiked around the lake and there were plenty of trails and even rentable kayaks and paddle boards! Would definitely recommend if looking for a quick overnight stay outside of the city.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Round Valley State Park Campground

    Get Your Hard-Core Hiking In To Enjoy This CG

    Located just south of I78 and near the small hamlets of Clinton and Lebanon, what I love most about Round Valley SP is the fact that it has its very own eponymous fresh water reservoir, which spanning some 2,350 acres and is 180 feed deep in the middle, this body of water provides a solid amount of upside for anyone wanting to kayak, canoe or swim. One of the greatest assets at this particular SP CG are the wonderful rangers who keep this place in such tip-top condition year-round. From the North Picnic Area, Bray’s Hill Preserve and Round Valley Beachhead to the East Picnic Area, Round Valley Farm on the eastern side of the reservoir as well as Round Valley Rec Area, there’s a lot to explore at this SP.

    One interesting fact about this place– believe it or not– it is the only NJ SP that actually offers up true wilderness camping(a.k.a. primitive), which can only be accessed by hiking 3 to 6 miles– or if you come with your own boat, you can access by water– and can be found on the SE corner of the reservoir. There is a second area nearby called Spruce Run Recreation Area that can be accessed by driving to this location, which is on the other side of I78 NW of Round Valley SP. That said, if you’re looking to camp here at Round Valley, I highly recommend you boat in as the hiking path is incredibly difficult to manage without hauling all of your camping gear, so coming in with a ton of gear is even more difficult/ prohibitive.

    When you finally do arrive to this primitive CG immersed in NJ’s thick wild foliage, you’ll experience waterfront bliss with a crystalline bevy of trout-infused reservoir water, and you won’t get much in the way of amenities, apart from a few random water pumps and some rocks piled in a circle that, um, I guess makes up a fire ring. While there are backwoods-style bathroom pits, these are very ill-managed and you’ll come across the‘stank’ well before actually even arriving here, so we just didn’t use them. There’s picnic tables, but the one we had was in pretty rough condition. The thing I found odd about the place is that after hiking so far in to get to this location, you’re not allowed to swim in the reservoir, which kind of defeats the entire point IMHO. That said, the views are amazing and because there’s nothing else in these parts, you will experience true peace in nature.

    Insider’s tips? Here’s a few:(1) Whether hiking or kayaking to this CG, you will want to bring as little with you as possible– packing too much to come here just isn’t worth the work;(2) We found parking in the Southern Lot to be perfectly fine and while we were initially worried about leaving our vehicle parked there for a few nights, we were reassured by the park rangers who patrol the lot constantly;(3) While the water in the reservoir may look crystal clear, it is not crystal clean and I would STRONGLY encourage anyone who thinks that it is OK to drink from the reservoir to at least use a Life Straw to ensure they don’t get sick;(4) I have hiked throughout the entire US and consider myself somewhere between a moderate to skilled hiker and I found these trails challenging and uneven, so while the hike we made was only 3 miles, it was not easy and I would be worried about someone breaking an ankle getting to this CG– so at a minimum, ensure you are wearing proper hiking boots. Seriously, for what this SP puts you through to access this CG one really needs to question why they’re being charged anything at all in the first place.

    Happy Camping!

  • Werner S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Old Mill Stream Campground

    In Amish area, next to an amusement park

    Our kids where happy with the small playground and with a few dollars they could have some fun in the small arcade/gameroom. In the area you have Lancaster, Amish area and an amusement park (that is a bit outdated). The camping has a bit over 100 spots. They are just oké.

  • Scott J.
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Sun Valley Campground

    My Happy Place

    My wife and I have been seasonal camper for 4 years and love it. We had visited numerous campgrounds and found Sun Valley to be the atmosphere there beyond our expectations. 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 ". That alone told us these folks are here to make your stay enjoyable. They go above and beyond any campground we have ever been to. The activities go above and beyond. The Saturday night bands are concert worthy. We have enjoyed our stay more than you ever imagined. For the past 4 years it has been our "Happy Place"

  • Stephen W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Fantastic PA state park for activities and camping.

    Third year staying over the Labor Day weekend. Campground full but still a very peaceful relaxing stay. Our site was very spacious and open. Tree lined and site was almost level. Paved sites on this loop.

  • Connie R.
    Aug. 25, 2025

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Pretty park but needs upkeep and maintenance

    Only stayed one night (8/23/25).  Had an electric site on B 45.  After pulling in and starting to unload, we were getting swarmed with yellow jackets.  There were several entry holes in the ground they were using to enter and exit.  I have never experienced anything like this anywhere.   I would have left but since it was close to dusk, I knew they would all retrieve and go underground.  The smoke with the fire helped but it impacted our stay.  They were everywhere.  I will not be going back anytime during the summer

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Old Mill Stream Campground

    Good stay

    The entrance in off the main road turns you into the theme park. Fear not. Turn in and follow the road to the right and into the campground. We stayed on site 123 with a 40 ft Allegro Bus. Plenty of room to maneuver a big rig. All gravel sites and we had full hookup with 50 Amp.


Guide to Conshohocken

Camping near Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With several campgrounds nearby, you can find the perfect spot to enjoy nature, whether you're in a tent, RV, or cabin.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Biking: Explore the scenic trails at French Creek State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "Hiking and biking this park is fun. It's a great place to camp and enjoy downtime!"
  • Fishing: Head to Elk Neck State Park Campground for some fishing. A reviewer shared, "The Susquehanna river is full of every kind of fish imaginable!"
  • Water Activities: At Lums Pond State Park Campground, you can kayak or hike around the lake. One camper noted, "Had a nice time camping for two nights. If you like small breweries, about 20 minutes away is Stewarts Brewpub."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at Elk Neck State Park Campground. A visitor said, "The bathrooms are immaculate... We will always stop here on our way to and from the Keys."
  • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the roomy sites at Blue Rocks Family Campground. One review stated, "Very spacious sites. The paved parking spot was tight but a short walk down to the spacious fire pit picnic table area."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Families love the amenities at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Quarryville. A camper mentioned, "Kids enjoy the water park and nighttime laser tag parties and hay rides."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Round Valley State Park Campground, have fewer amenities. A reviewer warned, "The primitive restrooms aren’t maintained at all but if you’re there more for the 'outdoorsy' experience, not a huge downfall."
  • Site Proximity: At French Creek State Park Campground, some sites are close together. One camper noted, "Sites are extremely close together in some areas."
  • Seasonal Limitations: Many campgrounds, like Lake-In-Wood Campground, have specific seasons. A visitor mentioned, "The campground is very well maintained, and the staff is very nice."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Kid-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Quarryville, which has plenty of activities for kids. A parent shared, "This place is awesome for kids and families!"
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to check out local attractions. One family at Elk Neck State Park Campground enjoyed nearby hiking and a winery visit.
  • Pack for Comfort: Bring along games and outdoor toys. A camper at Blue Rocks Family Campground mentioned, "The playground was great. Lots of activities."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Lums Pond State Park Campground noted, "Very level and spaced apart from neighbor if you pick the right spots."
  • Be Prepared for Limited Hookups: Some campgrounds, like Round Valley State Park Campground, don’t have electric hookups. A visitor advised, "Bring your solar-powered generators and cell signal boosters if you need to stay connected."
  • Explore Nearby Attractions: RVers at Turkey Swamp Park enjoyed the nearby Revolutionary War battlefields. One camper said, "This was my favorite campground on our trip!"

Camping near Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation, there's something for you in the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Conshohocken, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Conshohocken, PA is French Creek State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 79 reviews.