Best Tent Camping near Craley, PA

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Best Tent Sites Near Craley, Pennsylvania (16)

    Camper-submitted photo at Susquehannock State Park Campground near Drumore, PA
    Camper-submitted photo at Susquehannock State Park Campground near Drumore, PA
    Camper-submitted photo at Susquehannock State Park Campground near Drumore, PA
    Camper-submitted photo at Susquehannock State Park Campground near Drumore, PA

    1. Susquehannock State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    3 Photos
    68 Saves
    Drumore, Pennsylvania
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    Camper-submitted photo at Lancaster County Mill Creek Camping Area near Lancaster, PA
    Camper-submitted photo at Lancaster County Mill Creek Camping Area near Lancaster, PA
    Camper-submitted photo at Lancaster County Mill Creek Camping Area near Lancaster, PA
    Camper-submitted photo at Lancaster County Mill Creek Camping Area near Lancaster, PA
    Camper-submitted photo at Lancaster County Mill Creek Camping Area near Lancaster, PA

    2. Lancaster County Mill Creek Camping Area

    2 Reviews
    4 Photos
    16 Saves
    Lancaster, Pennsylvania
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo at Hibernia County Park near Coatesville, PA
    Camper-submitted photo at Hibernia County Park near Coatesville, PA
    Camper-submitted photo at Hibernia County Park near Coatesville, PA
    Camper-submitted photo at Hibernia County Park near Coatesville, PA
    Camper-submitted photo at Hibernia County Park near Coatesville, PA
    Camper-submitted photo at Hibernia County Park near Coatesville, PA

    3. Hibernia County Park

    8 Reviews
    14 Photos
    105 Saves
    Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    The campground is open Friday and Saturday nights only. Two camping units are permitted at each site, one unit must be a tent. Sleeping in personal vehicles is not permitted.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Equestrian

    $15 - $50 / night

    Jennifer S.'s photo of tent camping at Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area near Catonsville, MD
    Camper-submitted photo at Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area near Catonsville, MD
    Camper-submitted photo at Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area near Catonsville, MD
    Camper-submitted photo at Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area near Catonsville, MD
    Camper-submitted photo at Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area near Catonsville, MD
    Camper-submitted photo at Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area near Catonsville, MD

    4. Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area

    18 Reviews
    94 Photos
    160 Saves
    Catonsville, Maryland

    Hilton is a place for kids of all ages to play and explore. Located off Hilton Avenue, this area is within walking distance for many residents in Catonsville. A popular spot for afternoon walks and morning workouts, the trails are active with local residents and visitors from far away.

    You can also gain access to the Patapsco River by traveling down into the river valley along the Forest Glen Trail. This trail follows the Saw Mill Branch Stream and can connect with several trails to make for very interesting hiking adventures. The area also has a small campground with six mini-cabins and 12 basic campsites.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $20 - $51 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Mill Creek Camping Area near Lancaster, PA

    5. Mill Creek Camping Area

    1 Review
    10 Saves
    Lancaster, Pennsylvania

    This primitive tent-only camping area spans 10 acres and has five campsites; each with a picnic table and fire ring.

    The Mill Creek Camping Area is located in the southern end of Lancaster County Central Park, in the woods and fields behind the Environmental Center. A driveway leads from Eshelman Mill Road to the camping area parking lot. It is bordered on the west by Mill Creek and includes both woodland and grassy areas.

    A permit is required to camp. The maximum stay at the Mill Creek Camping Area is 7 consecutive days (6 nights), followed by a 7 day absence. View the camping brochure for more information.

    Parking: Please park your vehicle in the cul-de- sac area. No parking is permitted at the campsites. • Water: Water spigots are located next to Campsite #2 and near Campsite #5. • Electricity: There is no electricity in the camping area. • Restrooms: A port-a-pot is provided near the parking area. Full-service restrooms are available at the Environmental Center from 8 am - dusk. Please note there are no shower facilities. • Trash: Please place all trash in the trash receptacles provided in the cul-de-sac or take it with you. • Fire Rings: Each campsite is equipped with a fire ring. Fires are permitted only in the provided fire rings. • Firewood: A cooking pile of firewood (10-12 pieces) may be purchased for $10. Any dead wood on the ground may be used for fires. The cutting of standing trees and operation of chain saws is not permitted.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Trash

    $23 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Lower Allen Community Park near Lewisberry, PA

    6. Lower Allen Community Park

    1 Review
    12 Saves
    Lewisberry, Pennsylvania

    Nestled on 110 acres of rolling land, Lower Allen Community Park (LACP) is in the southern part of the Township at 4075 Lisburn Road. It is an ideal location for retreats or meetings, weddings, parties, picnics, family reunions, athletic games and tournaments, special events, or just to simply enjoy family or some quiet time alone. In 2008, Capital Blue Cross and Central Penn Parent Magazine readers awarded LACP as the Second Best Park/Playground. The park offers pavilions, play areas, camp sites and numerous athletic fields for rent. The Camping area is located on the banks of the Yellow Breeches Creek and is perfect for anyone who likes to get back to nature. These “primitive” camp sites are available for tent camping. A nature trail, which winds its way through park pointing out native flowers and foliage, sets the backdrop for your camping getaway.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Tent Cabin

    $10 - $25 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Gamlers Boat Yard Campgrounds near Pequea, PA
    Camper-submitted photo at Greystone Manor Backyard Camping near Concord, PA

    8. Greystone Manor Backyard Camping

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    2 Saves
    Concord, Pennsylvania

    At Greystone Manor Victorian Inn in the village of Bird in Hand, Pennsylvania, our property sports a large, open backyard that is a nice spot for tent camping. Breakfast is on us! - We serve a custom, hot breakfast for all on-site guests in our Victorian dining room every morning.

    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table

    $25 - $50 / night

    Brit A.'s photo of tent camping at Starry Pond near Parkton, MD
    Camper-submitted photo at Starry Pond near Parkton, MD
    Camper-submitted photo at Starry Pond near Parkton, MD
    Camper-submitted photo at Starry Pond near Parkton, MD
    Camper-submitted photo at Starry Pond near Parkton, MD

    9. Starry Pond

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    12 Saves
    Parkton, Maryland
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Trash

    $40 - $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Two Log Campground near Narvon, PA

    10. Two Log Campground

    1 Review
    Narvon, Pennsylvania
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Recent Tent Reviews near Craley, Pennsylvania

878 Reviews of 16 Craley Campgrounds


  • Reba H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area
    Jun. 4, 2022

    Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area

    Well maintained but fair warnings

    The Hilton area campground is unique because, unlike the Hollofield area of the park, it doesn't allow RVs and its tent sites are non-electric. However, a tiny cabin experience with electricity is available... within the same loop as non-electric tent camping. My non-electric tent campsite was surrounded by brightly lit cabins, even unoccupied all of their porch lights stay on all night. It doesn't make the upper half of the campground ideal for stargazing. The other reviewers are correct that the lower half of the loop is situated lower in the valley which will make any rain you get more difficult, so avoid booking a site at the very bottom. Overall the campground and state park deserve 4 stars because from what I could see tent pads were level, firepits had grill gates, showers were hot, and staff were cleaning and maintaining the grounds everyday. But be safe; prepare detailed offline navigation if you use the trails surrounding the camp. I definitely got lost relying on blazes for what I thought was supposed to be the Charcoal Trail.

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Old Mill Stream Campground
    Mar. 30, 2022

    Old Mill Stream Campground

    Ideal for locals

    We love this campground for tent camping. 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. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. There is also a playground in the middle of the tent site line, along with a basketball court. It’s not terribly exciting but it serves its purpose.

    Great location on route 30, tons and tons of shopping, restaurants, tourist attractions nearby within a 5 minute drive. Lots of 24 hour places in case there was a middle of the night emergency since the little store closes fairly early, it also opens fairly late.

    Being attached to Dutch wonderland is great too. It’s awesome to not have to drive home after a day of being at an amusement park.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Codorus State Park Campground
    Sep. 1, 2021

    Codorus State Park Campground

    Nice campground for primitive tenting

    Large campground but only 15 sites dedicated to“roughin’ it” tent camping. However, those sites are isolated from the others. The tent sites were in very good condition, spaced well, and fairly private. Most sites have plenty of shade and grassy, though a few are dirt only. Many sites within walking distance from the lake(no swimming) and set up for you to store and launch your kayak or other boat. Water, bathrooms, and showers a little distant but everything clean and in excellent condition. Ice and firewood available on the grounds. There is also a small store but I didn’t see it because it was open for very limited weekend hours only. Otherwise, major grocery stores are only a few minutes’ drive. Definitely going back…!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Western Village RV Park
    Jun. 16, 2021

    Western Village RV Park

    Fun for a weekend

    We tent camp here on weekends. Usually check to see what bands are playing or fun activity going on. We live 5 minutes away so it’s a nice “getaway”.

    Only downside is the walk to the bathrooms if you tent camp. A long walk if you really got to go.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA
    Sep. 15, 2019

    Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA

    Excellent Campground

    We have been here tenting twice, once last year and once this summer. They have upgraded the tent sites since last year, no more primitive sites, all the tent sites are now mulch pad with water and electric. Bathrooms are very clean and modern, but a decent walk from tent sites. The facilities are all lovely, staff in the camp store are kind and helpful. The snack bar is very convenient, breakfasts on the weekends in the summer. Close to lots of great activities and there is lots to do at the campground as well. Highly recommend.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Muddy Run Rec Park - PPL
    Jul. 9, 2018

    Muddy Run Rec Park - PPL

    Very accommodating!

    we tent camp and the site was booked over the phone and we got there nd the site was wooded and not enough room for our big tent, but they left us change sites and were very nice

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from White Oak Campground
    Jun. 6, 2022

    White Oak Campground

    Good and near Lancaster

    Nice tent camping with plenty of space. Has a pool, too. The campground is clean and showers and restrooms like new and very clean. We liked our stay a lot.

  • Lawrence D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Ferryboat Campsites
    Jun. 19, 2022

    Ferryboat Campsites

    Typical tent camping

    They offer the typical tent camping environment, mostly out in an open field and good walk to showers/head. Other than that was enjoyable place to stay.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from White Oak Campground
    Oct. 18, 2022

    White Oak Campground

    Noisy but nice

    The tent sites here are in an open field close to a busy road. The nearby mooing cow - cool. The horse and buggy traffic - super cool. The motor vehicles - so far from cool they can’t even see cool. Other than that, this is a very nice campground with a pool, rec room, and playground. The host was friendly and helpful, and the restrooms and showers were clean and adequate. The RV sites look a bit close together, but the tent sites are spaced more generously. There is a camp store with general items on the premises. Our only negative review is the road noise. And there’s a lot of it.

  • Dave G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Gettysburg Campground
    Jul. 14, 2016

    Gettysburg Campground

    Family campground that's great for base camp.

    Stayed here in October while family stayed in hotels. This is a family campground and is mostly occupied by RV's who stay long term. Tent sites are spacious and fits 2 cars, sites fit 2-3 tents. The tent sites have numerous walnut trees, so there's a bit of a hazard there when walking around trying to dodge the falling nuts (cars are targets too!). The campground is pretty close to downtown Gettysburg if you're looking for restaurants/shops. It's in the heart of the battlefield access points and trails. The campground usually puts on various activities, parties, etc, mainly kid oriented. This is a nice site/area for base camping in the fall.

  • Marie H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Gettysburg Campground
    Sep. 4, 2018

    Gettysburg Campground

    Best tent camping site in Gettysburg

    campground was pretty crowded, but the tent sites were secluded and well kept. staff was extremely helpful. close to the battleground and all attractions.

  • d
    Camper-submitted photo from Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA
    Jun. 3, 2021

    Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA

    Memorial weekend

    Good tent site clean the staff was on top of collecting garbage. Had a few activities. Definitely need my bike next time cool rocks there to play on.

  • Andrea N.
    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground
    Sep. 22, 2024

    Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    Nice campground, needs updating

    The campground had a good feel to it. We had a nice view of the lake. We booked a non electric site for our tent camping. The bath houses need updated though. The only negative I can say is that our site did not have a great spot for the tent except by the parking spot and not down by the fire ring.

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Cedar Lake Family Campground
    Oct. 22, 2019

    Cedar Lake Family Campground

    Amazing campgrounds!

    Everything was on point here! The staff run the place like a resort or a cruise ship. So many activities for kids and adults and a huge family atmosphere with staff and campers! Tent site near the lake is HUGE

  • b
    Camper-submitted photo from Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area
    May. 13, 2021

    Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area

    Camping close to civilization

    We went tent camping with 3 friends. We occupied 2 camp sites. There was a clean bath house with showers. There was plenty of downed trees and limbs for firewood. If you like being close to stores, this is your place. We were 5 minutes from a grocery store and plenty of places to eat.

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Old Mill Stream Campground
    Aug. 3, 2019

    Old Mill Stream Campground

    Family camping close to Dutch Wonderland

    Family cabins available, tent sites are small. Clean parks with a small stream. Next to Dutch Wonderland, showers are nice, laundry facilities available. Enjoyed our time but only because we were going to the park, not a campground to visit if your looking for quiet and isolation.

  • Mike S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp A While
    Jul. 25, 2020

    Camp A While

    Quite camp

    Nice and quite campground, owners were amazing and very accommodating. Only power sites were all gravel. Could use some grass tent sites with power. Other then that this place was very quite, owners helped haul firewood to our campsite so we didn't have to carry it.

  • MsTrailBlazer 🏔.
    Camper-submitted photo from French Creek State Park Campground
    Mar. 10, 2022

    French Creek State Park Campground

    A great Trip for us.

    I usually Tent Camp so the Cottage was nice. Had a stack of wood waiting for me and light and heat on. The campground is very nice but I’m here in the off Season and so heard it gets crazy. So much to do. We will be back!!! Bathrooms were not the best. But maybe bc it was off Season?

  • Anthony
    Camper-submitted photo from French Creek State Park Campground
    Nov. 22, 2020

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Solo Tenter- winter trip

    Great location for a tent setup, especially since I’m new to winter camping. The site facilities were near my site and I felt comfortably spaced from other sites although that can also be attributed to choosing a corner space. There were a few other campers, mostly RV, but that didn’t detract from the beauty or experience of tent camping. Only wish I could have stayed longer to fish!

    Great spot for a state park!

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Mountain Lakes
    Jun. 15, 2018

    Blue Mountain Lakes

    Fun place for kids and adults alike

    There are two fun ponds where you can rent boats, go fishing, and swim. There's walking paths around the lakes. The tent sites are rustic and in the woods by a creek. The RV sites are more exposed. There's a bar and restaurant and also an arcade. Overall great place.


Guide to Craley

Tent camping near Craley, Pennsylvania offers a variety of scenic spots where nature lovers can enjoy the great outdoors. With options ranging from well-equipped campgrounds to serene natural settings, there's something for every tent camper.

Tent campers should check out Susquehannock State Park Campground

  • The Susquehannock State Park Campground features drinking water, electric hookups, and picnic tables, making it a comfortable choice for campers.
  • This campground allows pets and has facilities for campfires, ensuring a cozy atmosphere for evening gatherings.
  • With scenic hiking trails leading to the Susquehanna River, outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities for exploration.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities at Lancaster County Mill Creek Camping Area

  • At Lancaster County Mill Creek Camping Area, campers can enjoy a refreshing stream and a cool camping environment, perfect for hot summer days.
  • The site is pet-friendly and offers picnic tables for outdoor meals, enhancing the camping experience.
  • Although it lacks some modern amenities, the natural beauty and accessibility to hiking trails make it a worthwhile destination.

Some prices for tent camping range from $15 to $20

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Craley, PA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Craley, PA is Susquehannock State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 6 reviews.

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