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Best Tent Camping near Drumore, PA

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Tent campsites in the Drumore area of Pennsylvania include several scenic state park and county-managed options. Susquehannock State Park Campground offers both electric and non-electric tent sites with hiking trails leading to the Susquehanna River. The campground features two loops, including some dedicated walk-in tent sites away from the RV areas. Lancaster County Mill Creek Camping Area provides a more rustic tent camping experience with sites situated along a flowing creek.

Sites at Susquehannock State Park have picnic tables, fire rings with cooking grills, and access to recently renovated bathhouses. Many tent campsites require a short walk from parking areas, providing more seclusion than drive-up sites. The Mill Creek tent camping areas have firewood available for purchase on-site, but no electric hookups or showers. Portable toilets are maintained throughout the camping season, which typically runs from mid-March through mid-November. Most tent areas prohibit alcohol, though fires are permitted in designated rings at established campsites when no burn bans are in effect.

Tent campers at Mill Creek appreciate the natural cooling effect of camping near the water. The stream provides both ambient sounds and relief during hot weather, with sites generally remaining cooler than surrounding areas. Hikers and joggers occasionally pass through the public access areas, so complete privacy isn't guaranteed. A camper noted: "The stream is refreshing and the site stays fairly cool. When it hits high temperatures, a quick dip in the water is amazing." For those seeking more isolation, Hibernia County Park offers tent sites with greater tree coverage and distance between campsites, though amenities remain basic with only pit toilets available within the camping loops. The park provides access to multiple easy hiking trails and Chamber's Lake, where non-motorized boating is permitted.

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  • Napunani
    Jun. 25, 2022

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Campsites Jammed Closely Together

    PROSĀ 

    Reserved 328 days prior to arriving

    $13.50 senior discountĀ 

    Immediately greeted by Loop C camp host who was extremely friendly and helpfulĀ 

    Site C3 parking pad level asphaltĀ 

    Metal frame wooden picnic table that was moveableĀ 

    One hook lantern poleĀ 

    Metal fire pit which was cleaned out upon our arrivalĀ 

    Some vegetation between sites provided a bit of privacy from neighbors sitesĀ 

    Park is 21 miles from Valley Forge National Historical Park. Catch National Park Service 90 minute trolley tour at the Visitor Center.Ā 

    Shady Maple Smorgasbord...authentic Pennsylvania Dutch cookingā€¦largest buffet in the USAā€¦16 miles from French Creek SPĀ 

    CONS

    $6.50 reservation fee for making my own on-line reservationĀ 

    Horrible signage along PA-345. Never saw very small sign when we where intensely searchingĀ 

    Such a large overall park, but camping loop sites are jammed together

    Pitiful low water pressure Ā in Loop C

    Site sewer connection is high; needs to be knocked down to ground levelĀ 

    Short length of site caused creative tow vehicle parkingĀ 

    Loop C womenā€™s toilet/shower building a big nasty mess SaturdayĀ 

    Trash dumpsters are on the main road near the campground check-in station (not walkable)Ā 

    Noisy campground; 9pm quiet hour not enforced

    Lots of barking dogsĀ 

    No wood sales in parkĀ 

    No WiFiĀ 

    1 bar Verizon

  • Nate & Erika L.
    Aug. 31, 2021

    Susquehanna State Park Campground

    Great State Park Camping

    We decided to stay a weekend at Susquehanna based on the reviews on the Dyrt and itā€™s closer proximity to home. We arrived and were greeted by super friendly rangers who gave us the lay of the land. We found the rangers to be very knowledgeable about the area and the wildlife, plants, and trees in the park. They had two display tables full of flora and fauna by the check-in station set up for kids and adults alike to glean some knowledge. On one night while we were there, there was a program run by the rangers where kids could learn about some common native and invasive species.

    We hiked the Green Trail, which had a sign saying it was ā€˜very difficultā€™, but we found it to be no problem for our crew of seven kids aged 3-10 and four adults. We only passed one other hiker. We saw some champion trees, lots of deer, and had some run ins with more than a few spotted lantern flies. One ranger told us they have nine champion trees in the park, weā€™d love to go back and hike to find the others.

    With only two loops, the sites were fairly spaced out with lots of trees between them. We had a spacious electric site for our pop up and camped with friends who had a nice level, secluded tent site. We hardly ever heard any neighbors and all was quiet at night. Each loop shares a bathhouse, and there are some portable toilets spaced around the loop, too. The facilities were cleaned every morning. They even have a large laundry utility sink in the bathhouse should you need it. The only downside we found was that showering at prime time (around 8 or 9 pm) led to very little hot water. A small price to pay for good camping and hiking!

  • Craig F.
    Jul. 1, 2019

    Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    Fun Camping and Lake Activities

    We had a wonderful stay at Gifford Pinchot State Park!Ā 

    The camping area at GP is separated into A loop and B loops with approximately 300 sites. 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. Both loops are peninsulas into the lake, which is convenient to launching boats directly from many sites. Loop A is closer to the designated swimming area with a sandy beach and playground. B loop is closer to many of the hiking trails and also several boat launch areas. It is nice that the camping area and amenities are separated from the public day use area. At the entrance to the camping area there are three dump stations.Ā 

    During our stay we were at a full hookup site which was very spacious and often hard to find in PA State Parks. Our site was#299 and for some reason the entire site was paved/blacktop, which was different than all the other sites where the pad was paved and the picnic table area was gravel/grass. While this site made it easy to level our camper, it became quite hot in the afternoon/evening after the sun had baked it all day.

    Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed GP and couldnā€™t believe we hadnā€™t visited before because it is a great state park. Wood is available for purchase at the campground hostsā€™ sites and ice at the park office. As with most PA state parks, quiet hours are at 9:00PM, which is a bit early, and there is no alcohol allowed in the park. We look forward to returning to GP in the future.

  • Jim N.
    Apr. 29, 2019

    Hibernia County Park

    Hidden gem

    A nice primitive campground - good for a quick trip away. 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. There is no store, but there a places close to get supplies. The park is dry, no alcohol. No hook ups either. There is an old mansion that gives tours on weekends.

  • A
    Sep. 24, 2020

    Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area

    Nice Small Campsite Close to DC

    Nice small campsite in MD not too far from DC. One negative was that when it rains it really flushes through the grounds. We had a site on the lower end of the loop and our site was hard to set up as we arrived during a storm and it was very wet even after the rain died down. Another negative was after the storm for the next few days we heard trees falling nearby. Where we were hiking. šŸ˜¬ The positives are as others have pointed out there is a huge park for kids- itā€™s not within walking distance for little kids but itā€™s a very short drive by the entrance to the park. Thereā€™s also another small park on the loop. The restrooms were central and well maintained. We found a small river and swimming hole at the bottom of the hill off to the side opposite the cabins/park. All sites had a picnic table and fire ring. Firewood available from camp host. Hiking poles would have been good for the trails when we had a kid in a pack on our back. Overall a nice close small campground.

  • Sean M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 22, 2020

    Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area

    Great Small Campground - Cool Cabinso

    This is a small gem of a state park campground, one of only two is the massive Patapsco Valley State Park. Itā€™s a bit odd getting here through a suburban neighborhood, but the Hilton area is great. It seem like this area is, possibly unintentionally, geared toward children. There is a massive playground, nature play space, sensory trail, and a small nature center. There are a lot of easy, but beautiful hikes.

    The campground is on the smaller side. You get a fire pit and cooking crate, and a picnic table. The crushed stone at the sites isnā€™t comfortable for tents, and they wonā€™t let you pitch it on the ground, so bring extra pads and alternative ways to secure the tent to the ground. There are helpful and friendly camp hosts always on duty. The bathhouse is nothing special, but itā€™s well maintained and clean. The best part of this campground are the neat mini cabins. Small one room cabins that have electricity and heat. They are a nice touch for those that want to camp, but not completely ā€œrough it.ā€ We found everything reasonably priced.

    Remember: no alcohol or firewood can be brought into the park. Firewood can only be purchased on site due to harmful insects. But the money goes toward the parks volunteer program.

    This is a very nice small campground that is great for kids!

  • Max C.
    Oct. 14, 2019

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Gorgeous in the fall

    Stayed in B-08 on mid October and had a great trip. The site was non-electric and it seems most of the outer side of this loop is basic camping with the inside of the loop having power. The other loops offer full hookups but opting for this area kept us from being surrounded by massive RV's. Easy back in spot for our car, partially shaded, decent brush cover between sites and able to keep tent about 20 yards from the road on a crushed rock pad. I will say this site has a little bit of slope but nothing that affected our sleep. The fire ring is very high sided and if you're not sitting on a higher camp chairs you kind of miss the fire. Picnic table was sturdy but easy enough to move lnto place to fit our needs. Tons of hike mg within the park including some historic sites at Hopewell Furnace like the blacksmith shop and old residences. Checked in a. It before the stated 3pm time without issues. Very few rangers seen during stay but it is after labor day and most of the seasonal attractions like the pool etc were closed for the season. Very clean bathrooms with easy to use dish sinks on the outside. Overall for a trip that within 75 minutes of Philly you can't go wrong for a quick jaunt out of town.

  • K
    Sep. 1, 2021

    Codorus State Park Campground

    Nice campground for primitive tenting

    Large campground but only 15 sites dedicated toā€œroughinā€™ itā€ 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 didnā€™t see it because it was open for very limited weekend hours only. Otherwise, major grocery stores are only a few minutesā€™ drive. Definitely going backā€¦!

  • E
    Sep. 23, 2021

    Elk Neck State Park Campground

    Good Intro to Camping

    I booked a tent site as my first introduction to the park. Setting up a reservation was incredibly user friendly, park staff was fantastic at getting us checked in, and the camp store was well stocked and priced.Ā 

    Our site, however, left something to be desired. The sites were all very close together, and the tent pad areas were fairly small. You can drive right up to your site and park there, which is incredibly convenient in terms of unpacking and set up. Around our site was pretty loud with neighbors at all hours, regardless of quiet hours, and balls being kicked into our tent pad area from surrounding visitors. There were some bottle caps and garbage on our tent pad upon arrival.

    I think if you had kids and were looking for a "not so quiet" get away into nature, this would be a fantastic spot. There were larger and more private sites on our loop, and if I returned I would prioritize getting one of those. There are also more loops than the one we were on.Ā 

    The firepit had an adjustable height grill grate, and there was a picnic table at each site. Firewood ran $5 a bundle at the camp store.Ā  Ice and potable water was also available.Ā 

    There was a nearby dumpster that was easy to use. Disappointed that there did not seem to be a recycling receptacle. Bathrooms were nice, the handicapped shower was very spacious. No shortage of hot water.Ā 

    We hiked all available trails from the trail map, though it seems there were more than listed, and a portion of the park is closed following previous tornado damage. We saw an abundance of herps, gorged ourselves on pawpaws, and generally foraged and tracked a ton of interesting wildlife. The trails themselves were pretty, but the rankings somewhat misleading. The "hard" trails would be hard in comparison to a flat gravel path, but in terms of general hiking, were comfortable with only a couple mildly steep or narrow points. I am unsure if the ranking system is for general hiking or in terms of ADA accessibility, however. If accessibility, it makes a lot of sense. For hiking? Less so; I'd rank the trails as a normal difficulty for their 'hard' trails.Ā 

    The beaches were lovely! We did not get the opportunity to kayak, swim, or fish, but are hoping to do that sometime in the future. Was still relaxing to sit out with a book and watch the water.

    I do feel like we explored most of what the park had to offer, so while I would be happy to return it feels less urgent to do so. I think I would be better equipped to pick a site (or explore a cabin!) the next time which would resolve my minimal issues. Given the relaxed atmosphere of the trails, close amenities, etc. I think this would be a good choice to bring friends who are new to the camping scene, or for families.

Guide to Drumore

Tent camping near Drumore, Pennsylvania offers options on both sides of the Susquehanna River at elevations ranging from 250 to 800 feet above sea level. The camping season in this area typically extends from mid-March through October, with July temperatures averaging 85Ā°F during the day and dropping to 65Ā°F at night. Summer thunderstorms can develop quickly, particularly in the river valley.

What to do

Waterfall hiking: 3.4-mile trail at Susquehannock State Park Campground leads to scenic overlooks. "There are some excellent views of the Susquehanna River," notes reviewer Tom F., who also recommends "a great bike trail to the Conowingo dam which is a nice place to visit, and a great place to see lots of eagles."

Fishing at Chamber's Lake: Kids 12 and under can use the special children's pond at Hibernia County Park. "The children's pond is a short ways away for well stocked fishing," confirms Anna, while John Z. adds that "Brandywine creek and Chambers Lake are there too" for more fishing opportunities.

Horseback riding trails: Several paths accommodate riders within the state forest system. "You can bike to the trail from the campground. All downhill. So be ready for the climb back up," advises David G. about the connecting trail system.

What campers like

Morning creek sounds: Campers appreciate waterside tent sites. "The stream is public access and there are lots of hikers, joggers, and people expecting you not to be camping," notes Philip B. about Lancaster County Mill Creek Camping Area.

Spacious tent sites: Many campgrounds offer room for multiple tents. "Campgrounds are spaced out large spaces for multiple tents, camping cost $25 a night flat rate, for up to 6 days," explains Meagan J. about Mill Creek Camping Area, adding that "Campground will refund you if rain prevents your stay."

Diverse terrain: The combination of woods and water access appeals to campers. "Large campsites at the Lake Loop. Map is a little deceiving- the sites are farther from the lake than I expected," says Chelsea about Hibernia County Park, while another camper notes "plenty of hammock hanging opportunities" at wooded sites.

What you should know

Bathroom facilities vary widely: From outhouses to modern facilities. "The bathhouses are rebuilt recently and are very nice," says David G. about Susquehannock State Park, while at Mill Creek, only portable toilets are available.

Hiker traffic near campsites: Some campsites are located along public trails. "Hikers take any trail instead of marked trails regardless of families camping in private areas," warns Sakina P. about Mill Creek Camping Area. A Hibernia County Park camper notes "the campground is ON the hiking trail so everyone doing the loop walks along the sites."

Limited privacy at some campgrounds: Tree coverage determines seclusion levels. "There is absolutely no privacy. The campsites are right next to each other with hardly any trees," reports Abi D. about one loop at Hibernia County Park.

Tips for camping with families

Best playgrounds: Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area features extensive play areas. "The Hilton entrance of Patapsco Valley Park is perfect for keeping the kids entertained. There is a huge playground, sensory trail and nature discovery center at the entrance to the park," says Angel G.

Kid-friendly water access: Look for shallow creek areas during summer months. "When it's hits the high temperatures a quick dip in the water is amazing," says Philip B. about Mill Creek's stream access.

Campsite selection for families: Choose sites away from main trails. "Walking/hiking trails and the lake were super peaceful," notes Chelsea about Hibernia County Park, though another camper cautions about "people with dogs off leash" on nearby trails.

Tips from RVers

Parking limitations: Most tent-focused campgrounds have size restrictions. At Group Camp ā€” Ridley Creek State Park, only group camping sites can accommodate larger vehicles. At Hibernia County Park, a reviewer notes "though at first glance the sites don't look big enough to house an RV, there are a few sites that will, including #3, #17 & #18."

Limited hookups: Prepare for primitive camping conditions. "There are NO HOOKUPS, and water is not easy to come by if you are in an RV. If you are coming in an RV, you should come with a full water tank," advises a camper about Hibernia County Park.

Leveling challenges: Bring leveling blocks for uneven terrain. "They aren't level, but nothing a little creative positioning can't fix," explains a reviewer about Hibernia's RV sites, one of the few tent campgrounds near Drumore with RV accessibility.

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