Camping opportunities near Doylestown, Pennsylvania range from rustic tent sites to glamping yurts situated within the rolling hills of Bucks County. The area sits at elevations between 200-500 feet, with a humid continental climate featuring four distinct seasons. Summer temperatures typically range from 60-85°F with occasional thunderstorms, while spring and fall bring mild days ideal for outdoor exploration.
What to do
Whitewater adventure: 100-foot climbing wall at Tohickon Valley County Park provides challenge for all skill levels during the March-October season. The park also connects to impressive rock formations and trails. According to a visitor, "This place is amazing! everything you could want, from tent and RV camping to cabin rentals. They also have a pool and playground. some of my favorite parts of this park are a good 100' rack wall perfect for climbing, great fishing, trails for miles that even connects to the AT."
Fishing opportunities: stocked pond at Colonial Woods Family Resort offers easy access for anglers of all ages. "The campground is in the mountains of PA close enough to the Delaware River that we took a trip down using bucks County river tub company. We didn't have to go tubing because there was so much to do. They had a playground, lake where you could fish, cornhole, and minigolf," notes a camper.
Disc golf: 18-hole course at Boulder Woods Campground draws enthusiasts for tournaments and casual play. The campground rents and sells discs for visitors wanting to try the sport. "They do have a very large golf disc course and they seem to have tournaments. They sell disc golf things in the store as well. This course is huge and brings in groups who play for the day," reports a recent visitor.
What campers like
Primitive camping: private wooded sites at Little Red Barn Campground provide seclusion among trees, though they're farther from facilities. A camper explains: "We came late and left early but our campsite was big, we weren't on top of our neighbors, it was set back into the trees, and the sounds were incredible. I took a walk with my dog and saw the primitive sites tucked in the back of the grounds. I immediately went to the office to ask to move to a primitive site and they allowed us to move without any issues."
Yurt camping: spacious yurt options in Doylestown, Pennsylvania offer a comfortable alternative to tent camping. Tohickon Valley County Park features yurt accommodations with access to bathroom facilities and community areas. The yurts provide a more sheltered camping experience while maintaining proximity to outdoor activities.
Wildlife encounters: evening soundscape at Mountainview Campground includes fox calls, deer snorts, and bat activity. As one camper describes: "Once it was time to turn in for the night, that's when the cool part happened. I've camped many times at multiple state parks, huge remote state forests, but I've never heard so much wildlife there as I did here. 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!"
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: flooding potential affects some campsites after rainfall. A Tohickon Campground visitor noted: "Don't come if you're in a tent and it has been or will rain, it becomes flooded or turns into a mud pit." Another camper mentioned: "We had a great Halloween weekend but we were down by creek so it was very muddy."
Reservation requirements: strict arrival hours at some parks limit late check-ins. A Mountainview Campground visitor explained: "I reserved two nights, but the first night we were not going to be able to arrive until after 9. After talking to them, they would not allow us to come late, but did refund the first night."
Alcohol policies: varied by park with some prohibiting alcohol entirely. A visitor to Tohickon Valley County Park noted: "This is no alcohol permitted in the park due to it being a state park, however that all depends on how open you are about it and the Park rangers." Washington Crossing has similar restrictions, with one camper commenting: "Everything is 'against the rules' though many of us inform them that governments don't own water. What kind of camping is going to bed at 10:00? No dogs no fun no music no booze."
Tips for camping with families
Halloween events: themed weekends at Ringing Rocks Family Campground offer special activities for children. "We went on Halloween weekend and they had so much for the kids to do! Friendly staff and clean sites!" shares a family camper. Another adds: "Mom was away so took 3 babies on a trip. Went to Ringing Rocks county park and the kids were having so much fun making music they didn't want to leave."
Kid-friendly amenities: splash zone for younger children provides safe water play at Colonial Woods Family Resort. A visitor notes: "The pool and splash pool for toddlers was clean with a lifeguard on duty at all times. They had a playground, lake where you could fish, cornhole, and minigolf."
Educational opportunities: historic sites near Washington Crossing State Park connect to Revolutionary War history. "Every year, they re-enact Washington's troops crossing the Delaware! It was VERY cold the year I went. To warm up, there is a small visitor's center where they have a reproduction of the famous painting commemorating the moment," explains a visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: outer perimeter spots at Lake Towhee County Park offer more privacy. "The outside sites look especially cozy and private," notes a camper, while another adds: "All sites are good because most are large and all are nicely spaced. The outside sites look especially cozy and private."
Hookup availability: limited full-service sites means booking early for electric, water and sewer connections. A Boulder Woods visitor explains: "The spots are tight to get into but the staff will offer to park your camper using your vehicle. I let them park mine and I'm really glad I did. It was super tight."
Site surface considerations: gravel pads at several campgrounds can be challenging for tent campers. At Little Red Barn Campground, a camper observed: "The tent sites are on dirt and not stone which we enjoyed, I hate stone under my tent."
