2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area offers equestrian camping near Devon, Pennsylvania with direct access to extensive bridle trails. The campground provides electric hookups, drinking water, and water hookups for campers with horses. Tent and RV sites accommodate horse trailers with ample parking space. While the campground does not have dedicated horse corrals, riders can set up portable corrals or use highlines at their campsites. The park enforces a strict no-pets policy, which helps maintain a clean environment for horses. Campground facilities include toilets, trash disposal, and picnic tables at each site. The sites are reservable and fires are permitted in designated rings.
Located approximately 45 miles from Devon, Fair Hill's trail system connects to over 80 miles of maintained equestrian paths through rolling countryside and wooded terrain. Riders access multiple loop trails directly from the campground without needing to trailer horses to trailheads. The trails remain open year-round, though some sections may close during wet conditions to prevent damage. Water crossings throughout the trail system provide natural watering opportunities for horses. Trailer parking areas accommodate rigs of various sizes with pull-through options available. The campground's layout allows for group equestrian camping with multiple sites positioned to create shared horse areas. Trail conditions are generally well-maintained with good footing for horses, though some rocky sections require shoes or boots.
"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."
Available this weekend
from $20 - $90 / night
"This campground has 2 small loops, the Lake Loop and the Fiddler's Loop. Lake loop is the bigger of the two, however the “sites” are smaller and it's more open. It is popular with group tenters."
"Large campsites at the Lake Loop. Map is a little deceiving- the sites are farther from the lake than I expected and there are no running water bathrooms. Very clean and wooded sites."
from $15 - $50 / night
"There are some equestrian and tent sites as well. Lots of boating (electric motors only) and kayaking on the pond and a decent amount of hiking."
"I took her older cousins to the fishing pier, and we didn't even get a nibble, but I think it was too cold for panfish that close to shore."
Available this weekend
from $27 - $45 / night
"We were kindly escorted to our site (a nice refreshing change from having to wander around to find the sites ourselves), which was the one farthest away from the entrance."
"Close by to a couple of nice state parks. Cute sheep and goats that wander about during the day! Sweet little spot, we'll definitely be back!"
"Campsite decent size, but some don't have clear boundaries to neighbors, and sometimes not optimally configured (e.g., the site next door's fire pit was placed on the edge of its site/right next to my"
"First off, I will start by saying you have to drive a good amount of distance to get into the campground and that is something I really enjoyed!"
from $3 - $60 / night
"Starlight is a nice campground to relax or explore central Pennsylvania."
"The campground is in a great location with easy access to Lancaster, Hershey and many other places to explore."
"The only thing about this site specifically is the trail was close by so you’d occasionally see people walking by but not enough that it didn’t still feel secluded."
"I was only one in the forest ATM but saw some hikers occasionally throughout the day walking by."
from $25 / night
ScoutRestrooms are filthy with mold and mildew.
Water puddled on the restroom floor.really gross.
Cabin was mostly clean. The windows were full of dirt and bugs on the tracks.mattresses were terrible.The fireplace was nice. Kitchen was clean.
Can t wait to move on to a cleaner park.
GuideBeautiful campground but made the mistake of going on a holiday weekend, the campgrounds next to us were screaming and blasting music all day and throughout the night so we ended up leaving early. A beautiful campground when there aren’t noisy capers ruining it.
ScoutFirst time at this campground really like it a lot will be returning. The bathrooms are always clean. The grounds are always kept up. Just a really nice place to stay. Most of the sites have some kind of shade.
LegendWe spent a weekend at French Creek State Park as our home base for the Chester County Balloon Festival. We stayed for 2 nights at a full-hookup paved site, which ran us $55.25 per night.
WHAT I LIKED:
Peace& Quiet: The state park itself was lovely, serene, and felt nice and spacious.
Prime Location: At just 30 minutes away from the balloon festival, this is the closest campground.
WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
The"Leveling" Challenge: We were at site#C-241, which had a pretty significant slope. It took a few boards under the rear wheels and fully extended jacks just to get us anywhere near level.
Tight Fit for Big Rigs: Even though there was plenty of open space behind our site, the actual driveway pad was too short to comfortably fit our motorhome and Jeep together. Compared to other state parks we’ve visited, the interior roads and layouts felt a bit on the tight side.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
LegendOverall, this is a nice, small (about 65 sites) state park with plenty of recreational opportunities inside the park. There is nice separation between sites so you don’t feel like you are on top of your neighbor. Tall trees are scattered about which provide shade at some sites but overall, the park is pretty open. Roads getting to the park are easy to navigate with any size RV. Within the park, roads are paved and free of potholes and there are no low hanging branches. Since the roads are one-way they are not very wide so backing in big-rigs can be a little tight and you might have to run over the grass.
All RV sites are full hook-up and there is a separate area for tents and there is one canvas yurt for rent. The tent sites are nice in that they are tucked along the wood line slightly away from RVs with more privacy and shade. The only downside is that they are pretty far away from the centrally located bathroom and showers. The bathroom has separate rooms for showers which is nice and private. They were tended to daily and very clean. Also, located in the center of the campground is a playground, camp store and laundry. The dumpsters and recycle bins are located in a separate area on the way out of the campground and were frequently full and overflowing. Campsites are paved and some have wide enough that the patio is paved but others have a narrow pad for the RV and gravel patio. We discovered that most sites are level but a few are not (like 22 and 24). The campground is very clean and camp hosts were diligent about picking up trash and cleaning out fire pits every day.
Across the pond (north of the campground) is where most of the amenities are located such as concessions, ball fields, horseshoe pits, disk golf, and more. For those wanting to fish there is a pier in the campground and a self-serve vending machine with bait in it. There are additional fishing piers located in other parts of the park and there are boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards for rent. We stopped in at the Nature Center but it was a bust– just a few taxidermy specimens and not much information. One of the most popular areas of the park is Go Ape which is a ropes/zip line course through the canopy (which does require admission fee). There are nice trails that leave right from the campground– some 17 miles in all. There is a boat launch about a quarter mile from the campground entrance which is suitable for trailerable boats and paddle craft but there are no docks so you can’t leave your boat tied up there. There is an off-leash dog area but it is located far from the campground so it’s best to drive.
ScoutBathrooms are clean and staff is nice
TravelerThe camp site was amazing. Everything is neat and clean and really beautiful place so quiet.
GuideThis campground has everything. Conveniently located, short drive to Dover, Wilmington, Annapolis and Baltimore. The sites were very large and spacious. Sites can accommodate any type of trailer or vehicle. Plenty of site hookups, areas for tents. There is a camp store, several washer and dryers. The best private, individual shower booths and even a pond to go fishing in.
ScoutThis is our 3rd time at this park, it is one of our favorites. Well maintained, very quiet. We stay in Loop A (full hookup) pet friendly. Sites are spacious, generally large but they are all back-in sites.
Pennsylvania offers several equestrian camping options within driving distance of Devon. While Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area sits 45 miles from Devon, other horse campgrounds are available in the surrounding region. Most equestrian camping areas provide access to riding trails directly from the campsites, though terrain and facilities vary considerably. Seasonal availability can affect ground conditions, with some locations limiting horse access during wet periods to prevent trail damage.
Trail riding at French Creek State Park: Located about 15 miles from Devon, the park offers extensive hiking and riding options. "There are lots of nice trails. We tented in loop D…the only bad part was that it was kind of hard to find a level and rock-free spot large enough for our tent, but we managed! There is lots of hiking, the lake is beautiful," notes Katie M.
Fishing at local waterways: Many campgrounds provide lake access for fishing enthusiasts. At French Creek State Park Campground, "There are several warm water fish in the lakes including northern pike, chain pickerel, bass, walleye, muskellunge and several types of panfish. Ice fishing is also allowed at both lakes and the ice thickness is monitored," according to one detailed review.
Wildlife observation: The region's forests provide excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. At Blackbird State Forest Campground, campers report impressive wildlife encounters: "Only shortly after we settled into our tent did we hear foxes fighting right outside our tent, the snorts of deer, and there were bats right above us all night making noise!"
Spacious, private sites: Campers consistently praise the roominess of sites throughout the region. At Hibernia County Park, "The campground is a county run one that works on a first come first serve basis, which is fine if there are others close by. They are wooded sites and have 2 loops," explains Jim N.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms are frequently mentioned. "Bathrooms were very nice and clean with large showers. Nice area to wash dishes. Very nice playground area and clean," reports Jen R. about French Creek State Park.
Quiet atmosphere: The peaceful environment draws repeat visitors to many regional parks. At Mountainview Campground, a camper noted, "The campground was very quiet and peaceful. The owners were very friendly. The spot was spacious and comfortable. The bathrooms were clean."
Reservation systems vary: Some parks require advanced planning. At Brendan Byrne State Forest, "The rules of the campsites are ambiguous on the website and when we first arrived were unaware that if using an RV in a tent site you are not allowed to add another tent to the site. There is a two tent limit per site despite the site allowing up to 6 people."
Hookup availability: Electric and water services differ widely between campgrounds. "We had two sites this trip with water and electric, but they do have quite a few full hook-up sites. Overall the sites were large, with trees between, providing additional privacy," shares a camper about Starlite Camping Resort.
Seasonal considerations: Weather impacts camping conditions significantly. "We have been having a crazy amount of rain here in Pennsylvania so due to weather related issues we haven't been able to get out there until now," notes a ranger review about spring camping conditions at French Creek State Park.
Playground access: Family-friendly facilities enhance the experience for younger campers. "There is a huge lake where you can rent canoes and kayaks. A huge pool that has a beautiful view overlooking the lake. There are trails for mountain biking or hiking, a frisbee golf course, playground at the campground and at the lake," writes a reviewer about French Creek.
Water activities: Lakes provide recreation beyond horseback riding. At Lums Pond State Park Campground, "Great state park with lots to do (kayaking, biking, and more). Our daughter really enjoyed the playground (which was excellent, by my standards)."
Fire restrictions: Be aware of campfire rules which may limit burning times. "Only weird rule I saw was that fires can only go from 6pm till 7am which was odd but wasn't a deal breaker," notes a camper about Brendan Byrne State Forest.
Site levelness: Many campgrounds require preparation for uneven terrain. "The sites were not on top of each other. All sites have a paved level area which made set up a breeze," reports a camper about French Creek State Park, though this isn't universal across all parks in the region.
Accessibility challenges: Some campgrounds have terrain limitations. At Mountainview Campground, "The drive to our site had some inclines and was relatively rocky and some vehicles would surely struggle," cautions one review.
Hookup locations: Utility placement can present setup challenges. "The site offered electric and water but they were on 2 different sides. This made it difficult to set up. Had to park the camper crooked to use both," mentions a camper about regional campground layouts.
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