Best Cabin Camping near Ephrata, PA

Rustic and furnished cabin rentals provide overnight accommodations in the Ephrata area of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. French Creek State Park Campground offers basic cabins with electricity and nearby shower facilities, while Beacon Hill Camping rents cabins with expanded amenities including air conditioning and private bathrooms. Most cabins come equipped with beds, basic furniture, and outdoor fire rings. "Very clean, quiet, nice level sites. Beautiful rentals are available. Affordable!" notes one visitor about Dutch Cousin Campground's cabin options. Lancaster-New Holland KOA provides the most comprehensive cabin packages with fully equipped kitchens, private bathrooms, and climate control systems for year-round use.

Options range from tiny log cabins to spacious family-sized layouts. Campgrounds like Spring Gulch Resort and Mill Bridge Village offer standard cabin rentals that sleep 4-6 people, while Hickory Run Family Camping Resort provides both rustic and deluxe options. Most locations require 2-night minimum stays during peak season (April through October), with advanced reservations strongly recommended, especially for summer weekends. Pet policies vary significantly - Lancaster-New Holland KOA and Country Acres Campground allow pets in designated cabins with additional fees, while others prohibit pets entirely. According to one review, "Just booked our second vacation to this campground. Easy access and a great central location to TONS of antique shops."

Bedding requirements differ across cabin types. Basic cabins typically provide mattresses but require guests to bring their own linens, pillows, and towels. Deluxe or "KOA-style" cabins often include bed linens but still require personal towels and toiletries. Kitchen facilities range from simple microwave/refrigerator combinations to full kitchenettes with cookware, though visitors should confirm what's provided before arrival. Many cabin locations feature on-site camp stores selling essential groceries, firewood, and camping supplies. Old Mill Stream Campground and Circle M both maintain well-stocked markets for forgotten items, though prices tend to be higher than nearby grocery stores in Ephrata and New Holland.

Best Cabin Sites Near Ephrata, Pennsylvania (63)

    1. French Creek State Park Campground

    81 Reviews
    Geigertown, PA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 582-9680

    $20 - $75 / night

    "Two of the loops allow pets (A, C) and two do not. Loop D offers no hookups while Loops A-C offer a mix of no hookups, water/Electric, and full hookups."

    "We stayed in loop C that allows pets. Very spacious sites. The paved parking spot was tight but a short walk down to the spacious fire pit picnic table area."

    2. Old Mill Stream Campground

    17 Reviews
    Lampeter, PA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 299-2314

    "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."

    "This Campground is in the town of Lancaster, close to everything. A little complicated getting in, you need to turn in at the Cartoon Network Hotel driveway. Nice showers & friendly staff."

    3. Spring Gulch Resort Campground

    16 Reviews
    Narvon, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Mostly an RV campground, but does have a few campsites and cabins. Campsites can be on top of each other and can be very rocky or muddy."

    "Overview: nice quiet campground with a variety of campsites and a pretty good camp store. Site: this review is of the campsite and cabin we stayed in."

    4. Beacon Hill Camping

    11 Reviews
    Concord, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 768-8775

    $57 - $70 / night

    "Pet friendly. No children. No frills. Great place to explore Amish country from."

    "Within walking distance are Amish shops, and guided tours into the Amish countryside. Restaurants are nearby. Clean and quiet area."

    5. Hickory Run Family Camping Resort

    9 Reviews
    Reinholds, PA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 336-5564

    "Comes with picnic table and fire ring with grill. Lots of fishing, hiking, and kayaking around. Recently redid the visitor center and it’s beautiful. Will definitely be back."

    "The campground, as all PA State Parks, was well maintained. Here are the caveats however. The "pet loop" was clearly geared towards RVs etc."

    6. Thousand Trails Circle M

    19 Reviews
    Millersville, PA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "I got an amazingly large site with a nice fire pit and picnic table. The site was very level so that was great! Nice indoor and outdoor pools! Cable TV isn't free, but I never use it anyway."

    "We first had a 2 point site near the river, but when it rains the sites get flooded with runoff from the campground. We moved to a full hookup on the Delaware section."

    7. Country Acres Campground

    12 Reviews
    Concord, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 983-3064

    "This is a great spot for visiting Pennsylvania Amish of Lancaster County and about a one-hour drive to Hersheypark.  Our site(# 837) was a good size for our motor home+ toad."

    "The pool is new and has a sloped entrance so my two year old could play by himself and loved it. The new bathhouse has better restrooms than my own home! Everything is clean and well managed."

    8. Lancaster-New Holland KOA

    12 Reviews
    Narvon, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 354-7926

    "This is a great spot for visiting Pennsylvania Amish of Lancaster County and about a one-hour drive to Hersheypark. "

    "The store was stocked well with essentials, and the women running the store was very helpful and friendly. The campground is very well lit and can be navigated easily at night."

    9. Mill Bridge Village & Camp Resort

    14 Reviews
    Concord, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 687-8181

    "Close to the tourist spots in Lancaster. Great views. Clean, friendly, and would definetly recommend!"

    "Great, convenient location. Cost friendly considering the location. Clean grounds & maintained sites. Mix of open & shaded sites, all appear to be pretty level, our site was next to stream."

    10. Pinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park

    14 Reviews
    Mount Gretna, PA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 665-7640

    "campground so inconveniently located (more on this later) right next to highway I76."

    "I loved it, nice big sites very friendly staff, pool, playground, fun game room, nice little store, pond and planned activities."

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Cabin Reviews near Ephrata, PA

746 Reviews of 63 Ephrata Campgrounds


  • Jen V.
    Oct. 3, 2018

    Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    Large, pretty park in a very convenient location

    Site Details: We stayed in the Dragonfly camping cottage (quick weekend trip without the husband, and I’m not quite up for towing and setting up the popup by myself with 3 kids!). It was a standard rustic-type state park cabin, with one double bed, one single twin bunk, and one regular set of bunk beds, so it sleeps 5-6 comfortably. There was also a sturdy dining room table with chairs and an oscillating fan inside. Electricity/lights and heat, but no AC. Very clean inside. The cabin also had a really nice front porch, picnic table, and fire ring, and was situated with a beautiful lake view. The area we were in contained both rustic cabins and yurts (which looked really neat).

    Facilities/Overall Park: Multiple bath houses were scattered among various loops, and each one we visited was very old, dim and drab, but they were also spacious and reasonably clean. Showers all had old rust and water stains. However, it was nice that there were so many of them, because this is a very large state park with multiple camping loops. Most tent and basic RV sites were shaded and private, while the newer FHU sites were more open (but still nicely spaced). Hosts and rangers were nice, but not very helpful or proactive when they needed to correct a reservation mistake they made (but it worked out in the end). There is a beautiful lake with a really nice day area in the center of the park, with a great playground and concession stand. The lake is popular for fishing and swimming, although there is oddly no sand beach; swimmers just entered the water straight from the grass.

    Surrounding Area/Attractions: Not much going on in the immediate vicinity, but Harrisburg, Amish country, and Hershey are all doable day trips from the park. We were here just for the Hershey RV show, and it was an easy 40-minute drive.

    Overall, this was a very pretty park with site options for every type of camper, but certain elements are in need of updating. I don’t think I’d go out of my way to make this park a destination, but it’s a nice option as a base camp for visiting the RV show or other attractions (with a much cheaper price tag than the private CGs closer to the action).

  • Mandy F.
    Jun. 18, 2019

    Tuscarora State Park Campground

    Glamping

    My girlfriends and I just stayed in the yurts for annual glamping trip. We reserved 3 of 4 yurts for first weekend in June...non peak season. Peak season requires minimum 5 day reservation, I believe. Yurts have 2 sets of bunk beds with one set having full size mattress on bottom. Yurts have heat and fans. Full size refrigerator, stove and microwave. No water but directly across from facilities with basin sinks outside for cleaning dishes, etc. Each yurt has a huge deck, 2 picnic tables and fire pit. Restrooms and showers are a hop, skip and jump from yurts and well maintained. Also each yurt comes with a moor skip to keep kayaks, paddleboards or canoes at lake. Beautiful lake surrounded by trails and includes beach area and playground. Dogs are allowed in the park but not in campgrounds (yurts and cabins). There is no tent camping here but is available at Locust Lake State Park, just a few miles away. Alcohol is prohibited. Must park in overnight lot after unloading.

  • Wendy W.
    Oct. 25, 2020

    Merry Meadows Recreation Farm

    Quiet Family Fun

    What a wonderful place! The resort is spacious, scattered throughout the woods. The RV sites are comfortable with all the amenities. And the customer service is impeccable.

    We stayed during a few weekdays in October and we almost had the whole place to ourselves. We stayed in one of the cabins, which had 2 beds and a bunk bed, sink and toilet, refrigerator, microwave, dining table and sofa. There was also a front porch with picnic table and fire pit.

    Honestly, the beds were not very comfortable and way too small for a couple to sleep in one. It was a VERY dark walk to get to the bathhouse for showers. And the fire pit had no grill, so we ended up having to use the stoves of some RV camping friends for meals. Otherwise the stay was great.

    I would strongly recommend camping there in the summer months or during weekends in the shoulder season if you have social kids like mine. There were tons of things to do there for adults and kids alike. The activities — such as putt-putt, jump zone and the playground ended up being kinda boring for them without others to share it with. Obviously that would change with crowds. And advance reservations are a must — this place books up fast!

    I would highly recommend staying at Merry Meadows, especially if you have an RV and a group of friends to join you!

  • PhiladelphiaKaley R.
    Jun. 1, 2018

    Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    Basic amenities and activities for the average camper

    Large campground with electric RV/camper sites as well as non-electric tent sites. Several bathroom and shower facilities. Lake-side sites are available and each site comes equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and parking spot. Friendly staff, decently maintained. There were several planks missing from our picnic table and the parking spot was a mud hole. Some pet friendly sites are available as well. A snapping turtle stopped by for a visit at our campsite and ended up laying eggs! Quite a sight to see, there is plenty of wildlife around to enjoy during your stay.

  • Phinon W.
    May. 23, 2018

    Spring Gulch Resort Campground

    Great staff, very quiet

    Mostly an RV campground, but does have a few campsites and cabins. Campsites can be on top of each other and can be very rocky or muddy. We actually broke quite a few tent stakes just trying to get our footprint down.

    The campsites available are primitive or have water and electric and bathhouses / restrooms are located in a few spots around the park.

    Fire rings are at each site, but appear to get moved a lot.

    The camp store sells firewood for $5 per cord and has other necessities, including coffee.

    Some cabins, like those in my photos, are brand new and have everything you would need to set up house minus linens, towels, toilet paper , paper goods and toiletries.

    Would definitely revisit.

  • Laure D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 24, 2021

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Feels crowded

    This PA state park felt, upon first impression, very tightly spaced and had an overall crowded feel in loop C, the only dog friendly electric loop. The sites that aren’t ADA have more space between them than we did.  Our site C41 was full hookup as are several others (1-7, 39-47). This is an ADA site, there are several of them. Perhaps this is why it’s crowded so they could fit extra ADA sites? They are very level and have paved pads, but also a paved picnic pad, and paved fire ring pad. Non ADA full hookup sites appeared to be the nicest though they were narrow and some weren’t level side to side. There were a lot of rocks embedded in the ground around and on many sites. Non ADA sites have only a paved pad for the RV. The picnic table and fire ring were behind our RV and when sitting at them, we were within view of sites 37, 39, and 40. I felt like I was in a townhouse setting. Non ADA sites varied as to where picnic and fire rings were set. Also many sites looked like there was quite a drop off at the edge of the already narrow pad so that you had a big step down off your last RV step. Site C42 is ADA and is a nice, semi private, spacious site. Though I’d choose from sites  #1-7 next time. ALL parking pads are 45’ long.

    Loop B has a mix of electric and non electric but doesn’t allow pets. That loop was more spacious and had trees between some  sites so it felt  more private. The sites appeared level. There are Yurts and mini cabins outside Loop C that had lots of space around them. Loop A is a pet loop but no electric. However, it’s closed now for what appears to be renovations. Loop D is non electric, no pets.

    The campground had no vacancy on this particular weekend. One car allowed per site and most had to park perpendicular. Sites were short (45’ long). 2nd cars are $5 a night but wouldn’t fit in most sites.

    The day use areas have frisbee golf, boat rentals, fishing, hunting, hiking, and a pool that overlooks the lake. Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site is adjacent to the park but was not fully open due to covid. It’s a large state park. The pool was nice looking but not open until Memorial Day. Boat rentals are available weekends in May and Sept. and daily all summer. These amenities were far from the campground and would require driving your car. Hiking trails were plentiful but most were labeled as “more difficult.”  Horse back riding is allowed on some trails. I didn’t see any trails that started at the campground loops. 

    Overall, it’s an adequate campground but not my favorite.

  • John B.
    Aug. 13, 2021

    Rosemount Camping Resort

    A Little Bit of Everything

    Camping here is a delight.  Its a secluded,  public campground that has been owned and ran by the same family for generations. 

    They have almost 400 sites, ranging from tent sites, to pop ups, 5th wheels, rv's and even 5 rental cabins. You can stay a weekend, or a month...   Every site has a fire pit, picnic table and a trash can provided.  Back that up with every site has electric, water, as well as basic cable.  Every site means exactly that, even your tent site will have full amenities.

    There is a pool with a smaller children's pool as well as a bath house. Clean, nice hot/cold showers, general store, coin laundry, private pond (occasionally stocked), badminton, horseshoes, golf cart friendly, A large pavilion with a large flatscreen display and community firepit is there for general use or for rental,  There is wifi by store and surrounding area, non denominational services.

    Many campers are here"semi-permanently" and have landscaped their sites even including custom decks, some people I met have been coming here faithfully over 30 years. Its a a very friendly, know your neighbor type of camping. There has been structured entertainment,(bingo, shuffleboard, etc) in the past as well as dj's and bands on occasion.

    Literally in the middle of nowhere, but 10 minutes from town, 15 from a Walmart and fast food, as well as 2 local hospitals. Local you can find multiple state parks, Historical sites, and other local attractions.

    Open from the 2nd week of April until the 3rd week of October, weather permitting. All guests must be signed in,

  • Tiffany K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 22, 2018

    Tuscarora State Park Campground

    Park for recreation

    This park has no tent camping. They offer cabins and yurts, but have no sites for people to set up tents. The main attraction for this park is their lake, which you can swim in, fish, kayak or drop in a boat. There is a playground for kids to play in that is well maintained. There are hiking trails in the back side of the park, from the main entrance. The visitor center is only open during the week. The cabins and yurts have electricity and running water. They are great if you want the outdoor experience while getting the option of a bed. If you want tent camping, check out locust lake state park which isn't far away.

  • 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


Guide to Ephrata

Cabin rentals near Ephrata, Pennsylvania accommodate travelers in Lancaster County's diverse landscape which sits at elevations between 300-1200 feet. Winters can be moderately cold with temperatures averaging 25-35°F, while summer highs typically reach 80-90°F. Most cabin properties maintain seasonal hours from April through October, though select locations like Lancaster-New Holland KOA offer extended winter availability.

What to do

Hiking at nearby parks: French Creek State Park Campground offers extensive trail systems ranging from easy walks to moderate hikes. "We loved our stay at this park, and plan to return. There is lots of hiking, the lake is beautiful, at least two playgrounds (perfect for our kids), the bathrooms were well maintained," notes Katie M.

Fishing opportunities: Multiple stocked ponds and streams provide fishing access across several campgrounds. At French Creek State Park Campground, "There are several warm water fish in the lakes including northern pike, chain pickerel, bass, walleye, muskellunge and several types of panfish. Ice fishing is also allowed at both lakes and the ice thickness is monitored."

Local Amish experiences: Many cabins serve as base camps for cultural exploration. "Great little campground that is a little tight for big rigs. We did manage to fit two 40' motorhome's with planning. Within walking distance are Amish shops, and guided tours into the Amish countryside," shares Mike H. from Beacon Hill Camping.

Winter cabin stays: Unlike many seasonal operations, some locations accommodate cold-weather trips. "Stayed over for one night in early December. Showers and bathrooms were great! If you're traveling through, there are many places to eat nearby. The honor system of payment at the office makes it really easy to come in late and leave early," writes Galit P.

What campers like

Creek-side cabin locations: Several properties feature water-adjacent cabins. "We had a nice site that backed up to a small creek. Very scenic and laid back campground. Very quiet except for the neighbor who rode his quad for hours on end," notes Stacy D. about her stay at Mill Bridge Village & Camp Resort.

Clean bathroom facilities: A common highlight across multiple reviews is well-maintained washrooms. "Nice showers & friendly staff. Our site was asphalt, that was a treat, tho not all of them were..." reports Emily L. about her experience at Old Mill Stream Campground.

Seasonal activities: Many campgrounds organize special events during peak seasons. One visitor shared, "Fun activities for kids and adults," regarding Spring Gulch Resort Campground, while another camper at Pinch Pond Family Campground stated, "This is the one and only campground we have ever visited that gave tickets for playing games and my kids LOVED IT! It was like camping and going to chuckie cheese at the same time."

Privacy between sites: Some cabins offer more separation than others. At Country Acres Campground, campers appreciate the layout: "We had the best time in a site next to our son and his gal. We both had pop-ups. The sites were clean and lovely places to stay while we enjoyed the Amish sites in the area."

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Most cabin properties enforce minimum stays during peak periods. "We stayed 2 nights without a reservation. We were in the D loop which is rustic with no hookups. Quiet, very few people mid-week. Spacious sites," reports Cheryl K. about French Creek State Park.

Pet policies vary significantly: While some cabins welcome pets, others prohibit them entirely. At Beacon Hill Camping, "Pet friendly. No children. No frills. Great place to explore Amish country from," according to Ray P.

Noise considerations: Highway proximity affects some properties. At Pinch Pond Family Campground, one camper notes: "The only thing that is negative is that there is a shooting range right next door. It is pretty consistent from lunch to dinner. If you're out and about, it won't be an issue. However if you enjoy sitting outside of your camper and relaxing this might be nerve wracking."

Amenity differences between basic and deluxe: The spectrum ranges from primitive to fully-equipped. One camper at Pinch Pond recommends: "IMHO the best campsite locations are actually the ones designated for primitive tents as they are all located in the rear of the property and therefore quieter and more removed from the rest of the somewhat crowded campground."

Tips for camping with families

Pool access: Several cabin properties feature swimming facilities with varying schedules. "The pool is open seasonally," notes one reviewer, while another mentions that "Unlike most campgrounds, the pool stayed open pretty late so that was a huge bonus for me."

Playground locations: When booking, check proximity to play areas. "Very nice playground area and clean," reports Jen R. about French Creek State Park, while another camper at Lancaster-New Holland KOA notes, "No pool but the kids seem to enjoy the playground."

Child-friendly cabin options: Some properties specialize in family accommodations. "Adorable little campground! Close to the tourist spots in Lancaster. Great views. Clean, friendly, and would definitely recommend! Clean bathrooms, laundry facilities, full hook ups for RVs, lovely tent sites, great playground for kids," writes Beth M. about Mill Bridge Village.

Weekend activity schedules: Many campgrounds offer organized events. "They had a live band one evening. Activities though the day were fun," shares Dawn T. about her Spring Gulch Resort experience, while another visitor mentions, "They have an indoor and outdoor pool. Nice playground. We were down by the river and had a lot of room on our site."

Tips from RVers

Site leveling: The terrain varies across campgrounds in the Ephrata region. At Spring Gulch Resort Campground, "Lots were a bit uneven, but pull through which was nice," according to Beth B.

Access considerations: Some properties have tight entrances or narrow roads. "The entrance in off the main road turns you into the theme park. Fear not. Turn in and follow the road to the right and into the campground. We stayed on site 123 with a 40 ft Allegro Bus. Plenty of room to maneuver a big rig," advises Chuck W. about Old Mill Stream Campground.

Hookup placement: Utility connections vary by site. "EWS all at great locations to hook up," notes Stephen W. about the cabin and RV sites at Mill Bridge Village, while another camper shares, "If you have a large camper or 5th wheel you may need to double check what sites can accommodate your RV to ensure you have enough room."

Winter cabin accessibility: Year-round operations are limited but available. "Had a trip scheduled for February but had to postpone. The staff was very helpful and moved our date to March. We enjoy each stay here. This site backs up to the stream. Glad they are now open year round. Newer electric connections," reports Stephen W. about Mill Bridge Village's cabin availability.

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