2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Otter Creek Campground welcomes pets at spacious sites set alongside Susquehanna River access points, making it a standout option for campers traveling with dogs. This established campground in Airville offers pet-friendly tent and RV accommodations with electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings where pets can join their owners. Seasonal campers note the staff are particularly accommodating to pet owners, with clearly marked dog walking areas throughout the 4-acre property. Leashed pets are permitted throughout common areas, and the campground's location provides excellent access to the Mason Dixon Trail where dogs can enjoy longer walks. The proximity to Otter Creek itself creates additional recreation opportunities for water-loving dogs. Several campers specifically mentioned the pet-friendly atmosphere as a highlight of their stay.
Dogs particularly enjoy the creek access at Pequea Creek Campground, where sites feature dedicated steps down to the water for easy pet access. The riverside location offers numerous opportunities for dogs to swim and cool off during summer camping trips. Most sites provide ample shade from mature trees, creating comfortable environments for pets during hot weather. Well-maintained hiking trails connect directly to the campground property, allowing pet owners to explore without having to drive elsewhere. The campground store stocks basic pet supplies in case owners forget essentials. Waste stations are positioned throughout the grounds to encourage proper cleanup. Staff members at both campgrounds can direct pet owners to nearby veterinary services in case of emergency, with the closest full-service animal hospital located approximately 25 minutes away.
"Our dog was welcomed. Will definitely be going back. This was our first trip with our camper ever and everyone was helpful"
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"A little pricey and strict for vistors, they need to leave by 10 and can’t bring their pets."
"There was a bathhouse and dish sink nearby, as well as the entrance to a nice little nature trail a few sites down. "
from $45 - $279 / night
"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!"
"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."
"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
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!
GuideGreat campsite. Fire pit, picnic table, swimming pool ( not open), miniature golf course, laundromat, bathrooms, showers, dump station, gathering areas for groups, playground, and even a horse area and stalls for horses. Dog friendly. Staff was very helpful and curious.
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.
GuideWhere we were camping had blown up their dump station. Artillery Ridge helped us out. $10. to dump. If we come to camp in Gettysburg, it will be hear.
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.
GuideThis pet friendly campground in Caledonia State Park is .8 miles from the larger Chinquapin campground (no pets), ranger station and swimming pool. Our site #171 was level, paved, full hook ups and next to modern clean bathrooms with flush toilets, warm showers and outside dish washing sinks. Many available sites with and without services on a Sunday in October. There were a good number of friendly, tidy, long term campers with large wall tents. (They allow 21 day stays after Labor Day)
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.
Otter Creek Campground's spacious sites and pet-friendly policies make it ideal for camping with four-legged companions near Felton, PA. Located along the Susquehanna River, this established campground provides water and electric hookups for both tent and RV campers, with multiple accommodation options including pet-approved sites. The grounds feature clean facilities, picnic tables, and fire rings where pets can relax alongside their owners. Pequea Creek Campground and Codorus State Park also welcome pets, with similar amenities plus shower facilities and sanitary dump stations. Pets must remain leashed throughout these campgrounds, and owners are expected to clean up after their animals. Staff at Otter Creek are exceptionally friendly and helpful toward guests with pets, maintaining a welcoming environment for dogs of all sizes.
Hiking opportunities abound near these pet-friendly destinations, with the Mason Dixon Trail accessible from Otter Creek providing excellent dog walking routes with river views. The crystal-clear Pequea Creek offers dogs cooling swimming spots during summer months, while maintained walking paths throughout the campgrounds provide convenient exercise options. Most sites have ample shade from mature trees, creating comfortable environments for pets during hot weather. Seasonal campers with dogs report feeling welcome and accommodated at these locations, with Otter Creek's proximity to both river and creek access making it particularly appealing for water-loving dogs. Camping areas typically remain quiet at night, allowing for peaceful rest for both pets and owners. The nearby Indian Steps Museum provides additional walking opportunities, though pets must remain outside the historic building itself.
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