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Riverfront Campground sits directly on the Susquehanna River with designated pet-friendly sites for RVs and tents. Dogs are welcome throughout the property with standard leash requirements. Sites near the Appalachian Trail provide convenient access for trail hikes with dogs. The campground's proximity to water offers pets cooling opportunities during summer months. Bath facilities are basic but functional, with clean grounds for walking pets. Little Buffalo State Park Campground similarly accommodates pets with spacious, wooded sites that provide shade during hot weather. Some campers note the bathhouse is extremely clean and well maintained, making longer stays with pets more comfortable.
Dogs can access multiple hiking trails throughout Little Buffalo State Park, though pets must remain leashed at all times. The park's lake area attracts many pet owners, though dogs are not permitted in the swimming pool or aquatics area. Ferryboat Campsites allows pets at most sites with views of the Susquehanna River, ideal for dogs who enjoy water activities. Wildlife is prevalent throughout these campgrounds, so keeping pets secure is essential, particularly at dawn and dusk. Campgrounds enforce quiet hours that include barking restrictions. Most pet-friendly sites require advance reservations during peak season (April through October). Pet waste stations are available at established campgrounds, with strict cleanup policies enforced by park rangers.
"Camping trails, grills to cook on but bring ur own charcoal, giant lake to fish and boat on, hiking for all experience levels, great fishing, lots of space, wildlife is everywhere and there is even an"
"A playground is near bathhouse in the campground, along with several hiking trails. The dump station is easily accessible. Firewood is also available for purchase at the campground."
from $22 - $92 / night
Check Availability"I liked the dish washing sinks outside of the shower houses. The site was nice with the tent pad backing up to the trees."
"Our site was in the pet loop and was set back off the road a good amount which kept a lot of the road noise down. It was very large and Iffered gIId trees fIr strIngIng up tarps and hammocks."
from $20 - $89 / night
Check Availability"This campground has a little something for everyone, from full hook up sites neatly stacked next to each other, to quiet patches of grass next to the river."
"We stay here every September during the Hershey Dog Grooming Expo. We have never had any complaints. Office personnel are very friendly and helpful."
"Great river front location! Could be a bit muddy depending on the river. The train does run right near all night long, but I find it soothing. Bath houses are a bit rough, hence the 4 stars."
"With that said they do have primitive camping spots next to the putt putt course and water only tent sits at the upper feild."
"Lots to do very close to water and many things to do in and around camp ground. Stayed for a few days would go back."
from $30 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Clean and well kept campground located 12 mile below Lewistown, Pa. As clean a campground as you will find. Staff is super friendly."
"One is along the River and the other is situated near the camp store, playground and pool. This campground had it all! There was laser tag, playground, jump pillow, pedal carts!"
from $30 - $78 / night
Check Availability"I wanted to find something close enough to home, but far away from the hustle and bustle of our suburban lives. This fit the bill. There are 10 sites….some are occupied by seasonal guests."
"This lake was beautiful! A short walk from the campsite. We had the lake to ourself both evening and morning. $61. No WiFi. Leveling was fine. Verizon service was fine."
from $20 - $240 / night
Check Availability"This campground is far enough away from home but at the same time close enough for a weekend camping trip. Nice level spots for RVs. A pet area as well as a non-pet area."
"There is a pet section and a non pet section in this campground. There is also showers and clean bathrooms here. Plenty of trails and attraction to explore."
from $20 - $43 / night
Check Availability"Cleanest facilities of the year so far, amazing large flat sites, dog friendly and great stream right behind the sites."
"We love the dog friendly sites near the water, the kids and pups play all day! We love how large site 15 is and that it is near the trail head. Bathhouse is very nice and clean."
from $20 - $38 / night
Check Availability"The first thing to know is that Thousand Trails sites are a first come, first serve. Meaning you have to arrive early in order to get the best spots. They don't reserve sites for you."
"This is a clean, nice looking campground in a location very close to Hershey park and the outlets. It’s a very nice area."
from $50 - $60 / night
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GuideWe stayed for 10 days in a rustic cabin. Campground is well organized and clean. Tons of activities and even a hiking path. Pet friendly with small dog park. We had civil war soldiers drilling and staying the weekend we were there. Bathrooms are super clean.
ScoutClean and well kept campground located 12 mile below Lewistown, Pa. As clean a campground as you will find. Staff is super friendly. Campground has two distinct levels with open spaces with few trees above and well shaded spots with large trees for shade located down along Juniata River. Great place for fishing, tubing or just getting wet. Campground has many activities for kids. On site is a pool, winery, dog park, office/supplies located in center of campground. WiFi is available to all. Nearly all full hook-ups with back-ins and pull-thrus available. Pets allowed. 42 mile South from State College and 48 mile North of Harrisburg on Rt 322. Highly recommend!
GuideWe have a motorhome with no additional vehicle and two dogs, and this site couldn’t have been more perfect for us. A dog park, walking distance to most everything we wanted to see. The national park is mostly dog friendly. My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site. The staff was super friendly and welcoming.
ScoutThe rangers were nice and the campground hosts were sweet. I liked the dish washing sinks outside of the shower houses. The site was nice with the tent pad backing up to the trees. I would rather sleep in a tent any night over a motel room but this time was different. Due to my father passing, me and my daughter stayed there 3 nights. I will be back another time to actually enjoy the lake and being between Lancaster and Gettysburg makes both places easy to access. Next time I will be getting a site away from the group area. It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking. Some of the groups can get rather loud especially when there are a bunch of teens. It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking.
TravelerClean well kept family owned campground. Located a few miles off 81, in the country surrounded by beautiful views. It’s a mix campground of seasonal campers and short term campers. Very family oriented. Very nice off leash fenced dog park.
GuideWe loved it here. It accommodates a large family reunion with plenty of space. The campground was well populated but we didn’t feel cramped at all. Super dog friendly. Many little dog parks throughout. Great pool.
GuideThis camp boasts a stream and beautiful city bridge for water play in the summer and photography in the cooler months. Grounds, bathrooms, showers, playgrounds, dog park, everything. This park is wonderful!
TravelerNice campground with well taken care of sites. There is a pond to fish from, a dog park for your furry friend to play at and a few playgrounds for the kids.
TravelerThis is an amazing campground! There are 2 dog parks right next to each other, which is great for your furry friend to be able to run around and play off leash. And for the kids there is an arcade, a ferris wheel and some other rides. On Saturday nights they usually have a band playing on the stage which is really neat. There is also a ice cream place to get a nice cold treat. The RV spots are really nice and well kept.
Campsites near Duncannon sit along the Susquehanna River valley at approximately 400 feet elevation with surrounding mountain peaks reaching over 1,000 feet. This central Pennsylvania region experiences distinct seasons with summer highs averaging 85°F and winter lows often below freezing. The area's proximity to the Appalachian Trail (AT) makes it a popular stop for through-hikers seeking resupply points between April and October.
Fishing in the Susquehanna: Cast a line at Riverfront Campground where the river access provides excellent opportunities for catching smallmouth bass. "Great river front location! Could be a bit muddy depending on the river... Great place to kayak tube or hang out in the river. Close to Appalachian Trail," notes Jim N.
Hiking mountain trails: Explore the trails at Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground for day hikes ranging from easy to moderate difficulty. "I took an early morning hike on the 8.5 mile Lakeside Trail that goes around the lake and it was really awesome to see the lake from all different angles," shares one camper.
Historic site exploration: Visit the old iron furnace at Pine Grove Furnace for a glimpse into Pennsylvania's industrial past. "The park has an old iron furnace (hence the name) with historical information about it. There is an Appalachian trail museum, which was very neat to check out," reports a visitor.
Clean facilities: The bathhouses at Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA receive consistent praise for cleanliness. "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," reports Melissa C.
Spacious campsites: Many campers appreciate the room to spread out at Little Buffalo State Park. "The campsites are spacious. There are standard tent sites available and there are water/electric site available. There is a dump station available for the end. You can book your site online and go straight to your site!" explains Amanda H.
Nature viewing opportunities: Wildlife sightings are common at these campgrounds. "Wildlife is prevalent throughout...lots of space, wilderness at it's best. Giant lake to fish and boat on, hiking for all experience levels, great fishing, lots of space, wildlife is everywhere and there is even an eagle nest in the park," Dawn N. mentions about her experience.
Train noise considerations: Several riverfront campgrounds have nearby train tracks that operate throughout the night. At Hershey Highmeadow Campground, "Nice camp ground but super loud bc of the trains. Bath houses are nice and clean. I would suggest making sure you aren't close to the tracks bc the trains run all night long!" advises Kit.
Water level fluctuations: The Susquehanna River can change rapidly with rainfall. "Storms with heavy rain in the area made the river rise. We were told the campground is susceptible to flooding, so check the weather when you come!" warns a camper at Ferryboat Campsites.
Limited cell service: Connectivity can be spotty or non-existent at some parks. "Cell service is pretty much nonexistent in the campground, so keep this in mind if you can't be out of touch (we had Verizon)," notes a camper at Pine Grove Furnace State Park.
Swimming options: Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground offers family-friendly water recreation. "We took our 3 yo camping for the first time here. He had so much fun. It was clean campground located in a State Park. Easy walk to the lake with a small beach. There was also a beach location on the state park side vs campground side of the lake," shares Julie Y.
Kid-friendly activities: Many campgrounds offer organized events for children. "It has really nice trails to hike. There is a large lake for fishing! You can rent boats there! There is a pool! The pool is very nice! They offer a large area that is only 1 foot deep, great for little ones!" Amanda H. explains.
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds feature play areas for younger campers. "A nice for a smaller campground. Only downfall is we have smaller children and we could not bike from the campground to the pool, it was too far and the hill to get back was too big for them to ride up. Pool was great once you got there," mentions Paula R. about Little Buffalo State Park.
Site selection: At Ferryboat Campsites, RVers should note the site layout. "We stayed at a Susquehanna river view site with full hookups for 2 nights. Site was level and shaded, but very close to neighbors. Most sites were occupied by permanent or seasonal residents," observes Robin.
Hookup availability: Different campgrounds offer varying levels of RV service. "Hershey needs to invest some money into the Campground. You pay Resort prices for a state park campsite," notes James G., highlighting the importance of verifying what amenities justify the price.
Accessibility considerations: Some dog friendly campgrounds near Duncannon have challenging terrain. "The sites are gravel and most are not level. They are not well maintained as the site next to us has weeds a foot high. There are a few big rigs that can barely fit on a site," warns a camper about navigation challenges at one location.
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