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Susquehannock State Park Campground's pet-friendly sites accommodate tent, RV, and cabin campers with electric hookups and water connections. Several established campgrounds near Drumore allow pets, including Muddy Run Recreation Park and Tucquan Park Family Campground, both offering full amenities for campers with dogs. Leashed pets are permitted throughout designated camping areas, with most parks requiring owners to maintain control of their animals at all times. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Quarryville and Circle M RV & Camping Resort provide pet-friendly accommodations across tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and glamping options. The pet exercise areas at these campgrounds vary in size and features, with some offering fenced spaces for off-leash play. Campground hosts at several locations enforce quiet hours to minimize barking disturbances. The pet loops at state parks are typically separated from non-pet areas to accommodate campers who prefer camping without dogs nearby.
Hiking trails throughout the Susquehanna River valley provide excellent opportunities for dog owners to explore with their pets. Most trails require dogs to remain leashed, with some parks offering designated off-leash areas for supervised play. The dog park at Lums Pond State Park features water access and open play areas along the pond, creating one of the most secluded off-leash experiences in the region. Campers report that Loop C at French Creek State Park, while feeling somewhat crowded, remains the only dog-friendly electric loop available. Several KOA locations near Drumore offer pet amenities including dedicated dog parks, walking trails, and pet waste stations. Water access varies by location, with some campgrounds providing creek or pond access where dogs can cool off during summer months. Veterinary services are available in nearby towns including Lancaster and Quarryville, with most within a 20-30 minute drive from campgrounds.
"So we make sure to get close spots so we can walk. You can bring pets but we choose not to as we are not at the camp much. We do go fishing while we are here and my daughter loves this place"
"We stayed here in November with beautiful weather which meant the large farm behind the campground was spraying manure over their fields. We could smell it."
"Our site was really good and I love that it had it's own access to the bathrooms. Quite a few of the inner loop sites do. If you're a tent camper Acorn has some very private and secluded sites."
"Has access to Susquehanna River, nice hiking trails. Can picnic on Deer Creek and go tubing. Close to Connowingo Damn for fishing and birdwatching. Havre de Grace sits near Chesapeake Bay."
from $21 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Pet friendly and very lush with greenery."
"Covered bridges and road side shopping are close by. Enjoyed river tubing which is close by to this campground. Music bingo on Saturday night was so much fun. Owners are very nice and helpful."
"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."
"Highly recommend staying here with lots of close hiking trails within driving distance."
"The large lake is great for a day of kayaking and fishing with supplies readily available for rent at the boat dock store."
"The observatory is open to public once a month, we recommend you plan your trip around this."
"Pet friendly!"
"Just down the road about a mile or so was the Indian Steps Museum which is owned by York Conservation Society."
"Close to Lancaster for necessities and great proximity to Baltimore and Philadelphia for day trips."
"I used to stay here all the time with my grandparents when they were around. It was always some of the best times for me."
"Accessible and pet friendly. Great trails and great staff"
"Our go to State Park for camping as it is pretty close to home. Standard State Park with all the amenities you need. We are tent campers/ non electric (no pets/ no kids)."
from $21 - $55 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Not to noisy being next to a theme park. The bath house was just remodeled so it's excellent! Good price!"
"First the positives:
- The free splash pad is perfect for younger kids and felt great on a hot summer day.
- Boat rentals were cheap and perfectly adequate."
"Massive lake with rentals, so many hikes available. Events available near by if not in."
from $35 / night
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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!
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.
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.
ScoutThe area is very nice and so are the people. The sites are clean and the livestock are a cool sight to see
RangerWe stayed at Redemption Springs to get relatively close to Baltimore without bringing our 30ft travel trailer into the city. Seth and the other gentlemen I spoke with were all extremely accommodating. Enjoyed learning about their approach to restorative farming and purchasing a variety of treats at the farm store. Beef, pork, chicken, seasonings, baked goods, and more. We booked on Hipcamp and recommend following his driving instructions. Our rig fit fine by tuhe main barn and they kept an eye on us going in and out to make sure we didn't have issues making any of the turns. Lots of farm life!
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!
Drumore camping options range across a rural landscape at 400-600 feet elevation in southern Lancaster County. The Susquehanna River forms the western boundary, creating a distinctive river valley camping experience where summer temperatures average 75-85°F with moderate humidity. Local campgrounds typically remain open April through October with limited wintertime availability.
Disc golf course: 18 holes at Muddy Run Recreation Park with varied terrain. "The disc golf course is very well laid out and up kept," mentions a camper who found the course challenging yet accessible for all skill levels.
Tubing on Pequea Creek: Enjoy a relaxing float from Pequea Creek Campground on warm summer days. "We welcomed grandkids' visit for splashing and floating in Pequea Creek. Nearby site 24 had steps down the 'levee' affording easier access to the creek," notes J W.
Observatory stargazing: Muddy Run Observatory offers scheduled astronomy programs. "There's a camp store, boat ramp, swimming, fishing and lots of great hiking. Definitely drive to, and then hike to the lighthouse (open most weekends) the lighthouse and the view are definitely worth it," advises David G.
Creek fishing opportunities: Fish in the smaller waterways around Drumore. "We visited the day use area but drove through the campground for future reference... You can fish, or rent boats (kayak, paddle boats, canoes, or rowboats with electric motors) on the lake," describes a visitor at Muddy Run.
Privacy between campsites: Pequea Creek Campground offers secluded sites with natural buffers. "We had a huge spot on the end and hardly saw the other campers. Dog friendly. Office staff were very helpful. You can buy firewood along with many other supplies in the camp store," writes Danielle C.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Muddy Run Park provides excellent deer watching at dusk. "My favorite evening activities (besides enjoying a campfire) are dusk deer-watching! There are hundreds of deer in this protected park. Campers are friendly and people respect quiet hours," reports Jenn D.
Local Amish countryside: Old Mill Stream Campground provides access to nearby Amish towns. "Was a tranquil little spot right in the thick of it so kind of perfect! Peaceful grounds and friendly people. Pretty perfect and highly recommend. Easy to drive to bird in hand too!" shares a recent visitor.
Affordable boat rentals: Many parks offer inexpensive water activities. "$20 to rent a kayak for 1 1/2 hour! Had a great time taking my son for a spin around the lake. The snack shop had burgers and shakes that were very reasonably priced!" according to Ben R.
Seasonal facilities: Most campgrounds close between late October and early April. "The park throughout the year has activities and events that are fun for the whole family, my favorites being the Halloween fest in October and a Native American Pow wow," notes a visitor at Circle M.
Water hookup challenges: Some sites require extended hoses. "Cons: Bring 50 ft of hose for water hook up and an extension cord with a converter. The water hook ups are randomly placed, ours was 2 sites away," warns a camper at Muddy Run Rec Park.
Agricultural smells: Some campgrounds experience farm odors depending on wind direction. "The overwhelming impression of this campground was the smell of cow manure from the nearby dairy farm feedlet. The smell was not present the first day or so we were there but when the wind shifted the horrid smell drove us inside," reports a camper at Old Mill Stream.
Tent site limitations: Certain campgrounds have challenging ground for staking. "The pad for pitching tents seemed to have poured concrete a few inches down, making it tough to stake anything down," mentions a visitor at Elk Neck State Park.
Water play options: Tucquan Park Family Campground offers water recreation for children. "Kids enjoyed the park, they offer a small paddle boat to take any time you want on their little lake on site, the area is beautiful, coworkers are friendly. Happy we came!" says Stephanie.
Campground activities: Check event calendars for family-oriented programming. "They had a lot of events that people participated in like candy bar and regular bingo, corn hole and horse shoe tournaments and a dj," notes Jennifer R. at Tucquan Park.
Dog friendly options near Drumore: Many campgrounds welcome pets with specific amenities. "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," writes Aaron E. who appreciated the shaded dog-friendly sites.
Cabin alternatives: For families new to camping, cabins provide comfort. "We decided to camp in the fall and did a cabin since it was colder and we had the baby. We loved it! The cabin was cute, clean, and warm. It snowed a bit but we had an outdoor fire," shares a visitor at Circle M.
Site leveling considerations: Otter Creek Campground offers varied terrain for RVs. "Sites are spacious and nice! Restrooms clean! Showers good; cost 50¢ for 6 min, but that's fine...ensures enough hot water for everyone and no waste," according to Gerald B.
Hookup specifications: Check campground utilities before booking. "We stayed in site 22 for three nights... I realize that the private entrance road is long to maintain but patching some of the holes, clearing debris from the dump site deck, and wiping down the bathrooms would have netted a 5th star," mentions a visitor at Pequea Creek.
Off-season availability: Several dog-friendly campgrounds near Drumore remain open in shoulder seasons. "Finished the season at this state park in MD with full hook up (20, 30, and 50 amp, water and sewer) and the water was still on in November. Bathhouses were open with hot water," reports Laure D. about Elk Neck State Park.
Access road conditions: Some campgrounds have challenging approach roads. "The road on the FHU loop is narrow and hilly. Our site was uphill and at a difficult angle. Plenty of bigger TTs and 5th wheels were camping," notes Adam and Suzanne B.
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