3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several state parks and private campgrounds within driving distance of Craley, Pennsylvania provide cabin rentals with varying amenities. Gifford Pinchot State Park offers rustic camping cottages that sleep 5-6 people comfortably, equipped with electricity, heat, a dining table, chairs, and an oscillating fan. "It was a standard rustic-type state park cabin, with one double bed, one single twin bunk, and one regular set of bunk beds," notes one visitor. The cabins include front porches, picnic tables, and fire rings, with some offering lake views. Thousand Trails Circle M in Lancaster features furnished cabins with more modern amenities, while Pinch Pond Family Campground provides cottage rentals with access to their swimming pool and recreational facilities. Spring Gulch Resort Campground has recently added cabins that are "super clean inside" with bunk beds, queen beds, fold-out couches, and private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations.
Pet-friendly cabin options can be found at several locations, though policies vary by campground. KOA properties near Craley, including Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA, offer both basic and deluxe cabin accommodations with varying levels of amenities. "We stayed for 10 days in a rustic cabin. Campground is well organized and clean," reports one KOA guest. Merry Meadows Recreation Farm provides cabins with more extensive furnishings including "2 beds and a bunk bed, sink and toilet, refrigerator, microwave, dining table and sofa" plus front porches with picnic tables and fire pits. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Quarryville has expanded their cabin rental options in recent years, making them particularly suitable for families with younger children. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months when availability becomes limited.
Most cabin rentals provide beds and basic furniture but require guests to bring their own linens, towels, toilet paper, and toiletries. As one camper at Spring Gulch noted, their cabin had "everything you would need to set up house minus linens, towels, toilet paper, paper goods and toiletries." Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations, with state park cabins typically offering minimal cooking amenities while private resort cabins may include refrigerators and microwaves. Fire rings with cooking grates are standard at most sites, though some may lack grills. Camp stores at larger facilities sell firewood, ice, and basic groceries, while smaller operations may have limited supplies. For more extensive grocery shopping, visitors should plan to stock up in larger towns before arrival, as rural cabin locations often have limited nearby shopping options.
"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 first had a 2 point site near the river, but when it rains the sites get flooded with runoff from the campground. We moved to a full hookup on the Delaware section."
"The lake is large and gorgeous. There are a lot of lake side campsites which are amazing. The hosts are all very friendly."
"All sites had a paved pad, varying in size depending on the location, with tent site being smaller. Most sites have electric and there are 22 full hookup sites in the camping area."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $90 / night
"The location also kept us fairly bug free."
"There was a lot of space so walking our dogs was great. The smaller bathroom stalls are pretty small but got the job done. Playground and pool were both nice and clean. Wonderful place for a family."
"Nice chairs, fire pit, and picnic table. The bath house was extremely clean and very nice. The pool was nice, but being that it was the end of June, the water was freezing! I couldn't get in!"
"A little pricey and strict for vistors, they need to leave by 10 and can’t bring their pets."
from $45 - $279 / night
"Tent sites are lined up along the water which is great for fishing (especially when you need to stay close to the littles sleeping in the tent). Lots of benches lined up along the water."
"This Campground is in the town of Lancaster, close to everything. A little complicated getting in, you need to turn in at the Cartoon Network Hotel driveway. Nice showers & friendly staff."
"The open field pet friendly sites are also large but provide no shade and it gets hot! You can feel the difference between these sites and the interior loop sites. "
"Nice big flat sites, lots of shared common areas. Heavily wooded in the sites we stayed in but there are some that are out in the open without many trees."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $195 / night
"We stayed in one of the cabins, which had 2 beds and a bunk bed, sink and toilet, refrigerator, microwave, dining table and sofa. There was also a front porch with picnic table and fire pit."
"Lots of activities available. We were in a secluded spot. Wifi and cable were poor on the weekend. Large campground with some good trails. Will definitely return!"
"There were trees in the back along the creek that shaded the picnic table a little. This part of the campground is quiet. In the front area it’s very close together and crowded."
"This campground has a little something for everyone, from full hook up sites neatly stacked next to each other, to quiet patches of grass next to the river."
"HIGHLIGHTS:(1) Full-service resort-style amenities including pool, playground, arcade, laundry, propane refills, dump stations, sports field, picnic tables and in-ground fire rings throughout the property"
"campground so inconveniently located (more on this later) right next to highway I76."
"Thousand Trails Hershey is huge! Sites were first come, first served which was a little weird for us but wasn’t a problem. Sites came with full hook ups, picnic table and fire pit."
"For me, there are definitely some decent pros and cons for this private campground near Hershey Park. "
from $50 - $60 / night
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.
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.
TravelerThere was no hot water in the showers. There are no dog poo stations. There is a dumpster marked “STAFF ONLY”. It’s nice they have a place to stuff the staff!
Cabin rentals near Craley, Pennsylvania offer camping opportunities with varying amenities, prices, and locations. The terrain features rolling hills and wooded landscapes with occasional creek access. Seasonal considerations include higher humidity in summer months and early booking requirements for peak periods from May through September when temperatures typically range from 75-90°F.
Explore riverside recreation: At Tucquan Park Family Campground, visitors can enjoy fishing in the on-site pond. "They offer a small paddle boat to take any time you want on their little lake on site," shares Stephanie. The campground provides water-based activities within walking distance of cabin sites.
Visit nearby historic areas: Cabin rentals provide convenient access to Pennsylvania Dutch country. "The area is beautiful," notes Stephanie about Tucquan Park's location, which puts visitors within driving distance of Amish communities. The surrounding Lancaster County features traditional farms and cultural experiences within 15-25 minutes of most cabin locations.
Play disc golf courses: Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground offers two 18-hole disc golf courses for visitors staying in their cabins. The park features "a large beach area in the QR day use area" and "tons of picnic tables with grills, a playground, a volleyball court," according to Danielle V. The recreation areas remain open until sunset with disc golf equipment available for rental at the park office.
Cabin comfort level: Many cabins at Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA feature upgraded amenities. As Regina C. notes, the campground provides "Spotless bathrooms. Nice pool and playgrounds. Not a lot of traffic. Quiet. Friendly. Price is fair and not nearly as expensive as many other KOAs but the quality is just as good!"
Well-maintained facilities: Cabins frequently receive positive reviews for cleanliness and upkeep. At Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA, one camper shared that their "site was very nice! We were in a back in site #4. The patio was concrete stone, very pretty. Nice chairs, fire pit, and picnic table."
Family-friendly environments: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Quarryville receives consistent praise for their cabin accommodations aimed at families. "Super clean, beautiful campground. So many activities to entertain kids, we couldn't fit it all in!" reports Karla R. The cabins here typically include indoor amenities with access to outdoor recreational facilities.
Reservation timing: Cabins require advance booking, particularly at popular sites like Pinch Pond Family Campground. One visitor advises, "If you are thinking about staying here during the Renaissance Faire, which apparently is a VERY BIG thing in these parts, you are going to want to book your spot as soon as possible."
Noise considerations: Some cabin locations experience noise from nearby transportation routes. At Pinch Pond, a visitor noted, "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."
Seasonal availability: Most cabin rentals have extended seasons compared to tent camping. Codorus State Park remains open from "2nd Friday April to November 1," while others like Old Mill Stream Campground operate "All year" with varying rates depending on season and demand.
Pool access verification: When booking cabins with children, check pool operational dates. One camper at Merry Meadows noted that "They advertise all of their activities, none of which are ever open, including the pool," indicating the importance of confirming amenity availability when planning.
Age-appropriate activities: Old Mill Stream Campground offers cabin locations with good access to water features. "There is a small, slow flowing river that runs along the front of the park which some people play in and float down in inner tubes," explains Nancy W. The campground provides cabin options within 100-200 feet of recreation areas.
Cabin selection strategy: At Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park, site location matters for comfort. "We stayed in C1 during the hottest week in the summer. The site was covered and it was cool around 4:30pm when the sun went behind the trees. It didn't look like all sites had that much cover so be careful," advises Aaron E.
Leveling considerations: Cabin renters should inquire about site terrain. At Merry Meadows Recreation Farm, a camper reported that when they stayed, "Original reservation was Fri-Sun, but they were calling for 60 mph wind gusts Friday, and no one was in my spot so I went in a day ahead. Good thing, because the wind was crazy!!"
Utility consistency: Power reliability varies between locations. Merry Meadows experienced issues where a camper noted, "Power outage at a lot of the campground Friday night due to a tree down on the power lines. My section kept power, so I was happy."
Site spacing: For those seeking privacy, select cabin locations carefully. At Pinch Pond, a reviewer observed, "while most of Pinch Pond is divided into little neighborhoods, for the most part, the entire campground is completely wide open so there is very little privacy apart from a few select locations."
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