Best Tent Camping near Elverson, PA

Tent camping near Elverson, Pennsylvania offers several wooded options within Chester County and the surrounding region. Hibernia County Park, located in nearby Coatesville, provides primitive tent camping with two distinct loops - Lake Loop and Fiddler's Loop. The heavily wooded sites offer a quiet, natural setting with basic amenities. Shambala at Mystic Hollow, north of Elverson, features walk-in tent sites along a creek, providing a more secluded backcountry tent camping experience. Mill Creek Camping Area in Lancaster County offers tent-only sites with spacious areas for multiple tents.

Most tent campgrounds in the Elverson area operate seasonally from spring through fall. Hibernia County Park is open from May to October with sites available for $15 per night on a first-come, first-served basis or through online reservations. The campground provides basic amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, and pit toilets, with flush toilets available at nearby facilities. Water access can be limited, with Hibernia offering just one spigot at the bathroom facilities. Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park, though offering less privacy between sites, provides clean bathrooms and is open April through October.

The tent camping experience around Elverson features heavily wooded sites ideal for hammock camping and nature immersion. According to reviews, Hibernia County Park offers a particularly quiet experience with "heavily wooded sites which means plenty of hammock hanging opportunities." The park provides access to several hiking trails, with the longest being around two miles, and Chambers Lake for non-motorized boating. Mill Creek Camping Area features creekside tent sites that create "a cooler camping experience with the sound of water flowing at night." Most primitive tent campgrounds in the area lack hookups or shower facilities, making them best suited for self-sufficient campers who appreciate a more rustic outdoor experience.

Best Tent Sites Near Elverson, Pennsylvania (27)

    1. Hibernia County Park

    8 Reviews
    Coatesville, PA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 383-3812

    $15 - $50 / night

    "Inexpensive $15 a night, but you only get picnic table and fire ring. No hook ups. Great children's pond for 12 and under. Brandywine creek and Chambers Lake are there too. Great playground."

    "We loved the lake campground. My kids are age 3-12. There’s running water available, porta potties are very clean and don’t smell and are lit with a street lamp. Very quiet at night."

    2. Brandywine Meadows Family Campground

    1 Review
    Glenmoore, PA
    6 miles
    +1 (610) 273-9753

    3. Two Log Campground

    1 Review
    Narvon, PA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 273-3068

    4. Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park

    8 Reviews
    Perkiomenville, PA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 234-4528

    $20 - $30 / night

    "Clean restrooms, lots of open space!"

    "Large sites, clean bathrooms, lots of hiking trails"

    5. Group Camp — Ridley Creek State Park

    10 Reviews
    Gradyville, PA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 892-3900

    $57 / night

    "Terrific space for exploring"

    "well marked trails great for hiking. pet friendly! we love walking here with our dog. there are even a few great spots to get a small creek swim in! It also has a greag picnic area with grills."

    6. Evansburg State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Skippack, PA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 409-1150

    $43 / night

    "Lots of tree cover running along a small running creek"

    "You need a license to fish, and if you plan on catching Trout you need the Trout endorsement on the fishing licence, currently$9.90.The restroom facilities we're clean."

    7. Rolling Hills Retreats

    2 Reviews
    Oley, PA
    19 miles
    +1 (484) 507-4180

    $160 - $380 / night

    "Her boyfriend and I wanted to plan an outdoor camping trip but we’re completely over having no privacy, worrying about my reactive dog, feeling like we had to follow ridiculous rules when going camping"

    8. Shambala at Mystic Hollow

    1 Review
    Leesport, PA
    23 miles
    +1 (484) 706-2092

    $40 / night

    "Shambala at Mystic Hollow offers great creekside campsites for anyone looking to pitch a tent and enjoy some time by the water.  Check them out and share your experience on the Dyrt!"

    9. Mill Creek Camping Area

    2 Reviews
    Lancaster, PA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 299-8215

    $23 / night

    "Campgrounds are spaced out large spaces for multiple tents, camping cost $25 a night flat rate, for up to 6 days. Campground will refund you if rain prevents your stay or allow you to rebook."

    10. Fort Washington State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Ambler, PA
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 591-5250

    $28 - $72 / night

    "The give you firewood—-if you bring your own, leave with any left over."

    "It's almost 500 acres filled with trails, woods,and river. I usually go to the parking right off of Militia hill rd.and Skippack Pike intersection."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Elverson, PA

878 Reviews of 27 Elverson Campgrounds


  • Ra F.
    Aug. 28, 2024

    Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park

    OK, but camping gets a low rating.

    The park is lovely, but the camping facilities are subpar, primitive and lack any kind of privacy. I bike toured there. The only potable water was from a near-broken water fountain at the public rest rooms and no electrical connection to recharge electronics. There was also a fair amount of road noise at night. Bathhouse OK, but just basic. Tent spots are just lined up against one another facing a service road.

  • Laure D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2020

    Locust Lake State Park Campground

    Serenity on the lakes

    Pretty campground with lots of lake views. We arrived just before dark which was good because the sites were not level front to back. Most sites had a slope but there were some level sites. You can kayak, canoe, paddle board, and fish on the lake. There are 2 boat launches. The store wasn’t much to speak of. Bath houses were clean. We walked around the lake on a paved level path. They advertise no alcohol. This is near the Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine tour which we loved. It’s near the Yingling Brewery tour.

  • B
    Jul. 29, 2018

    Tohickon Valley County Park

    One stop shop for adventure!

    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, and when scheduled they open the dam up stream for som world class whitewater rafting.

    As for some things that aren’t listed. 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. Cell phone service is limited last time I was up there in 2012 only people with Verizon Wireless had any reception. Also there is no WiFi. No hookups or camp store.

  • Napunani
    Jun. 25, 2022

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Campsites Jammed Closely Together

    PROS 

    Reserved 328 days prior to arriving

    $13.50 senior discount 

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

    Site C3 parking pad level asphalt 

    Metal frame wooden picnic table that was moveable 

    One hook lantern pole 

    Metal fire pit which was cleaned out upon our arrival 

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

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

    Shady Maple Smorgasbord...authentic Pennsylvania Dutch cooking…largest buffet in the USA…16 miles from French Creek SP 

    CONS

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

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

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

    Pitiful low water pressure  in Loop C

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

    Short length of site caused creative tow vehicle parking 

    Loop C women’s toilet/shower building a big nasty mess Saturday 

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

    Noisy campground; 9pm quiet hour not enforced

    Lots of barking dogs 

    No wood sales in park 

    No WiFi 

    1 bar Verizon

  • 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.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 14, 2025

    Little Red Barn Campground

    Nice family-run campground

    General: 132-site campground with a mix of no hookups or water and electric. Six of the sites are “field sites” – on grass. Our site was chosen for us. 

    Site Quality: Varies. Sites 68 and 69 are next to the field sites and aside from having electricity and water and a faint gravel camper pad, there is not much to distinguish them from the field sites (which have electricity but no water). Our site was almost level but in order to reach the electric connection, we were sloped slightly downhill side-to-side. The FHU sites are wooded but close together.

    Bath/Shower house: Clean with soap and paper towels. The shower had nice hot water. 

    Activities/Amenities: The pool is open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. There is also a separate kiddie pool. We were there the Thursday after Memorial Day and had the pool to ourselves. Other amenities include laundry, a game room, golf cart rentals, and sports equipment (basketballs, volleyball, soccer, football, horseshoes, bocce ball, ping pong) are available. Propane fill-ups, firewood, a camp store, and a dump station (including on-site for a fee) are all available. Free WiFi, although not the strongest signal. 

    Had we not needed an electric hookup for our computers, I would have much preferred the primitive sites – they are private and shaded but they are a hike to the bathroom. There is one vault toilet in this area. Our site had no shade, and it was a very hot day when we were there. I was surprised at the lack of camping options in this area.

  • 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.

  • Tara T.
    Jun. 26, 2021

    Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park

    Easy Camping

    Green Lane is a beautiful park with a small campground. The spaces are right on top of each other with no tree cover between spots, so you’ll definitely be right up on your neighbors. The fire rings are big and frustrating, the fire sits on a lifted grate so you go through wood like crazy. Lovely park, lovely rangers, but not my favorite spot.

  • Ellen C.
    Oct. 5, 2019

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Ranger Review: Wenzel Ivanhoe 6 Tent at French Creek State Park

    Campground Review: French Creek State Park Campground is located in Elverson, Pennsylvania and sits adjacent to Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. There are 200 individual sites in four loops, some with full hookups for RVs, some with electric only but mostly primitive sites. There are also several cottages, cabins and yurts available as well.

    For this trip, my husband and I camped alongside our friends, which included three other couples and their children, so we took up two electric sites for the tent campers and two full hook up sites for our friends with RVs. We stayed in Loop C, which is the only dog friendly loop in the campground, on sites 35, 37, 39,& 40. Thankfully, a short walk to the bathroom facilities for us tent campers.

    Normally site 35 would have been way too small for our usual gear– a behemoth 9X15 tent- but it was a perfect fit for the tent I was reviewing on this trip. Our friends, who have the same large tent as us, stayed on site 37 and had plenty of space to pitch it, but many of the sites surrounding ours were very rocky and left little option for a larger than normal sized tent so keep this in mind if you have a large family sized tent. I’ve included a few photos of the surrounding sites for future reference. The bath/shower house in this loop was adequate and includes two dish washing stations outside. The showers had good pressure and hot water. It was cleaned often throughout the weekend, however it is definitely in need of an update.

    We also checked out the other loops for future use and found Loop A to have very spacious, less rocky sites, however, there was little shrubbery between each site, making them less private than the sites in Loop C.

    There are two lakes in French Creek, Hopewell and Scott's Run and each contain many species of fish. We spent Saturday afternoon fishing but not catching anything at Scott's Run. It’s a beautiful location and it was still a fun way to spend the day with the kids away from the site.

    We found several places nearby to purchase wood, besides the supermarket and a nursery in town, there are a few residents that sell it right on their front lawn so be on the look-out en route to the park entrance.

    Generally, we camp in the off season, and usually have the whole place to ourselves, so I had some concern prior to arrival that every site in every loop was booked for the whole weekend and expected it to be noisy, however, I was pleasantly surprised. It was quiet and our neighbors were respectful of the quiet hours and our space. It was a wonderfully peaceful weekend for us all and we will definitely visit again soon.

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    Product Review: Wenzel Ivanhoe 6 Tent

    As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I am occasionally offered the opportunity to test new outdoor products. For this trip I tested the Wenzel Ivanhoe 6 Tent https://wenzelco.com/ivanhoe-6/.

    Generally, my husband and I use a larger ez up tent, but I liked this tent specifically for the design which is reminiscent of the tent my parents used when I was a child and figured it would be a good option for shorter weekend trips, rather than our 9X15 ez-up.

    The set up was relatively easy, although one person might have some difficulty. It held up well during an evening thunderstorm, but for a small seam leak near the door. We believe this is a result of the fact that our site was slightly uneven and that particular corner was not as evenly pitched with the other corners of the tent which resulted in a bit of a gap in the roof.

    The airflow is great, with the small vent in the rear, two side windows and the full screen door. There are also two smaller vents at the top- though neither seem seem to add that much airflow,- perhaps a design flaw or more likely the uneven ground it was pitched on.

    I love the fact that there are awnings over the side windows, but in order for them to be effective one must stake out three guy lines on each side, plus the one on the front and the back. Knowing this I had purchased some small lights to hang on the lines to prevent tripping on them at night and it worked out perfectly.

    The front doors are secured closed from wind and rain by velcro strips, rather than the standard ties. There are four side pockets and a handy troubleshooting guide sewn into the interior wall for any issues you experience while in use, such as leaking, condensation, or a faulty zipper.

    I am very happy with this tent. For the two of us it was the perfect size for our ten inch high queen size air mattress and some minimal gear. The peak height was just over 6 foot, so we were both able to stand upright without issue.


Guide to Elverson

Tent camping near Elverson, Pennsylvania provides access to forested camping spots in the region's rolling hills at elevations between 400-800 feet. The area experiences moderate seasonal changes with summer temperatures typically ranging from 65-85°F, making spring through fall the ideal camping season. Most campgrounds in this region feature wooded sites that offer natural shade during summer months.

What to do

Creek exploration: Shambala at Mystic Hollow offers walk-in tent sites along a creek where campers can wade and explore. According to Jake C., the campground provides "great creekside campsites for anyone looking to pitch a tent and enjoy some time by the water."

Disc golf: Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park provides access to what Benjamin C. calls a "phenomenal disc golf course" along with "hiking and fishing" opportunities, making it a versatile destination for outdoor enthusiasts camping near Elverson.

Hiking trails: Evansburg State Park features multiple trails for different skill levels. Chuck C. notes this "hidden gem of a campground is beautiful" with "plenty of hiking trails," though he mentions "having to haul gear by foot to the campsite" as some sites are further from parking areas.

What campers like

Creekside camping: Mill Creek Camping Area provides tent sites near flowing water. Meagan J. mentions that camping "down by the creek making for a cooler camping experience and love the sound of water flowing at night."

Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain well-kept restrooms despite their rustic nature. At Deep Creek Campground, Tiffany B. notes that "bathrooms however are nice and clean with plenty of them around the park," which adds comfort to the camping experience.

Spacious sites: Tent camping areas often provide room for multiple tents. According to Chelsea at Hibernia County Park, there are "large campsites at the Lake Loop" allowing groups to spread out comfortably.

What you should know

Site privacy varies: Some campgrounds offer better separation between sites than others. At Deep Creek Campground, Jen observed that "sites are large but there is NO privacy. The sites are lined up next to each other along the campground driveway and there are absolutely no trees or shrubs between them."

Limited amenities: Most tent camping areas offer basic facilities. At Hibernia County Park, John Z. points out the campground is "inexpensive $15 a night, but you only get picnic table and fire ring. No hook ups."

Water access considerations: Water availability differs between campgrounds. Jennifer S. notes at Hibernia County Park, "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. There is one spigot at the 'bathroom'."

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly fishing: Some parks offer dedicated fishing areas for children. John Z. mentions Hibernia County Park has a "great children's pond for 12 and under" where kids can enjoy fishing in a designated area.

Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play areas for children. Anna at Hibernia County Park found the "park ranger this weekend was the nicest and very helpful with directions to walk to the playground and indoor restrooms."

Site selection for families: Rolling Hills Retreats provides private camping experiences that work well for families with specific needs. Jillian P. appreciated "having no privacy concerns" and "worrying about my reactive dog" when staying at this location just an hour from Philadelphia.

Tips from RVers

Limited RV accessibility: Most tent campgrounds near Elverson have restrictions for larger vehicles. Jennifer S. cautions about Hibernia County Park, saying "I wouldn't attempt to park an RV" in the Lake Loop, but notes that in Fiddler's Loop "there are a few sites that will, including #3, #17 & #18 and plenty of sites will fit a small RV or pop up camper."

Leveling requirements: RV sites often require some adjustment for comfort. Jennifer S. mentions that at Hibernia sites "aren't level, but nothing a little creative positioning can't fix" when setting up a camper.

Dump station planning: When tent camping near Elverson with an RV, plan for waste disposal. Jennifer S. warns that at Hibernia "there is NO DUMP STATION. There are a few nearby campgrounds that will let you dump for a fee, otherwise, you'll have to look for a truck stop on the way home."

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