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Easy access to Lancaster and Pennsylvania Dutch areas. Friendly, welcoming staff and plenty of colorful trees in the autumn. The only RV park in the area that is open year round.
RV Camping near Gilbertsville, PA
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Several RV campgrounds near Gilbertsville offer full-hookup sites suited to motorhomes and larger rigs across a range of seasonal and year-round locations. Robin Hill Campground in Lenhartsville operates from April through November with 50-amp electrical service, water, and sewer hookups at most sites. Sun Valley Campground in Narvon features spacious RV sites with full hookups, accommodating larger rigs throughout their April to November season. Village Scene Park in Hatfield stands out as a year-round option with 30/50-amp electrical service, though the sewer dump station operates only weekdays from 9am-4pm. Spring Gulch Resort Campground near New Holland offers pull-through sites with 50-amp service, with most sites described as "fairly level, but very rocky." One camper shared, "Sites were nice size and orderly. When the site next to us had a pipe break, they had maintenance crew come out immediately and fix it."
Fall and summer seasons bring heavy traffic to area RV parks, particularly on weekends. Many campgrounds throughout the region require advance reservations, especially those with premium amenities like swimming pools and entertainment options. The terrain varies considerably between locations, with some parks featuring relatively level sites while others present challenges for larger rigs. A visitor commented that Village Scene Park is "located smack dab in the middle of an otherwise sprawling suburban area" which makes it "incredibly quiet and far enough away from busy traffic." Most parks accommodate pets with designated walking areas, though restrictions may apply. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the region, with parks closer to Philadelphia offering stronger coverage than those in more remote locations west of Gilbertsville.
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1. Robin Hill Campground
"It's too bad it is mainly seasonal sites back there. This campground is called Robin HILL for a reason. You will get you exercise walking to the pond, pool, capstone or basketball courts."
"Although they do have sites for tents, this seems to be better suited for RVers and renting cabins. Many of the people we met during our stay are regulars."
2. Spring Gulch Resort Campground
"There was a craft show in the barn which was nice. Only two dump stations for a pretty large park. We would camp here again but not over a holiday."
"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."
3. Sun Valley Campground
"Well wooded campground with friendly staff and guests. The only minor complaint is that the camp store was sparsely supplied. B+ little gem of a campground."
"Showed up on Wednesday, and was assigned a spot in loop 700 up on a hill in the center of a ring of trailers, past a lot of full-timers. Cable does not work. No internet. 2 bars LTE on T-Mobile."
4. Appalachian Camping Resort
"We stayed at Appalachian to visit a friend who has a seasonal site. Our site was full hook up."
"Family friendly. Lots for the kids to do."
5. Lake-In-Wood Campground
"My family and I stayed at Lake In Wood for 4 days. The campground is very well maintained , and the staff is very nice."
"From the spotlessly clean grounds to the nice facilities this is a favorite of ours. There are lots of seasonal sites but there also lots of visitors too."
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $60 / night
6. Village Scene Park
"The two ladies had a greater handle on the operations of the very nice facility."
"We’ve stayed here a couple times in past Have family in the area Grew up in this area so very comfortable and easy access to lots of places! This visit we stayed six months may to October"
Check Availabilityfrom $48 / night
7. Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country
"The biggest downside to this particular campground is its very close proximity to the PA Turnpike, which while convenient, might detract a bit from the peace & quiet you might be expecting when here"
"Tucked into the rolling, wooded hills of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country RV Resort offers a unique blend of peaceful countryside and activity-packed camping, all just a stone"
8. Stonybrook RV Resort
"We spent four nights at Stonybrook RV Resort in Lehighton, PA, for a quiet wedding anniversary getaway— and so glad we did. We paid$150 per night total for a FHU 50 Amp Premium Back-in site (#F20)."
"We stayed here during the winter January-February no activities going on. It does offer beautiful views especially covered in snow."
9. Thousand Trails Circle M
"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 got pretty lucky and were assigned one of the concrete pads that was pretty level. It is absolutely beautiful out."
10. Thousand Trails Hershey
"While it offers nice amenities and a shuttle to Hersheypark, the campground itself is very tight, cramped, and hard to navigate."
"I stayed at HersheyPark Camping Resort with my family over the extended Easter weekend this year. "
Check Availabilityfrom $50 - $60 / night
Drive Time
- 29 min from Reading, PA
- 34 min from Allentown, PA
- 52 min from Philadelphia, PA
- 1 hr from Lancaster, PA
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RV Park Reviews near Gilbertsville, PA
911 Reviews of 120 Gilbertsville Campgrounds
- RRussell A.
Scout100 Mile View Camping
What a great place. So unique! Love the view, and a great experience! There are no hook ups, so be prepared but if you are looking for the dispersed camping experience you have found it. What a gem!
Nancy W.
LegendHickory Run State Park Campground
Peaceful State Park Camping in the Fall
This is a large campground with a wide array of campsites so be careful attention when you book online, especially if you have a pet because some sites are not pet-friendly. Some are 50-amp full hook-up and some are primitive with no hook-ups.
There is a nice nature center with interesting interpretive exhibits and lots of informational brochures including ones about the hiking trails, bears, scat and tracks of local animals, and fishing. Our site was at the edge of the campground and backed up to Route 534 which resulted in a bit of road noise at our site. Other than the road noise the campground was pretty quiet and was not very crowded when we camped there in October.
Not all sites are level and we happened to book one that was not and we had to live with a slant for our stay. The roads in the park are gravel/dirt and since it rained the day we arrived the roads were a muddy mess which made the roads slippery and there were lots of potholes. Unfortunately, some campers were disrespectful and left bags of trash in the fire pit and scattered around their site which was totally unnecessary because there were dumpsters plenty of dumpsters in the campground. Since we camped at Hickory Run late in the season, there were no camp hosts and the trash never got picked up.
The campground is open from mid-April to mid-December; however, the shower facilities and dump station are not available after the third week of October so plan accordingly. We really like the hiking trails which are of varying degrees of difficulty and lengths. The Hawk Falls is a nice easy walk (1.4 miles round-trip) to a waterfall but is extremely popular so don’t think you will be admiring the falls alone. The parking lot at this trail head fills up fast so you better get there early if you want to get a spot.
You can enter the park from two different directions. If you have a big-rig, it is best to approach from the east side. We made the mistake of coming in from the west side as we dropped down from I-80 and came down 534 and the road was really windy with no shoulder. Luckily, there was very little traffic so we could go 10 mph and safely navigate the roads.
Be aware alcohol is not allowed in PA state parks. This park does allow hunting in certain sections of the park. The no-hunting areas are clearly marked with white no hunting signs on trees and you can also pick up a brochure from the office that designates hunting and no-hunting sections.
Stuart K.LegendLowe's - W Windsor
Upscale Parking Paradise at This Home Fixer-Upper
Located just off US Route 1 in the upscale Princeton area, this spacious Lowe's serves up a surprisingly pleasant patch of pavement for weary road warriors looking to catch some shut-eye. Set back roughly 80 yards from the highway, this big blue home improvement retailer offers a generously sized parking lot with relatively manageable traffic, good maneuverability and a quieter atmosphere than you might expect from such a busy suburban retail corridor. The western and southern edges of the lot are particularly appealing for an overnight stay, and with Trader Joe's, Starbucks and several other retailers nearby, convenience certainly isn't in short supply. Better yet, the store management was friendly and accommodating when we called ahead to arrange our overnight visit.
HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Spacious, paved parking lot with plenty of room to maneuver larger rigs; (2) Convenient access to US Route 1 and nearby I-95; (3) Western and southern parking areas offer quieter spots away from the busiest customer traffic; (4) Excellent nearby conveniences, including Trader Joe's, Starbucks and several dining options; and (5) Friendly store management that welcomed our overnight stay, plus surprisingly good opportunities for outdoor recreation nearby.
LOWLIGHTS: (1) Some daytime retail traffic and occasional road noise, although nothing terribly disruptive; (2) No RV hookups, dump station or dedicated overnight camping facilities; (3) Parking areas closest to the store can become crowded during business hours; (4) Limited greenery and little of the scenery you'd expect from a traditional campground; and (5) While the overnight experience was excellent, this is still a commercial parking lot rather than a destination for an extended stay.
Happy Overnighting!
Peggy C.TravelerCountry Acres Campground
Lovely campground!
Country 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!
Tony F.
Guide100 Mile View Camping
The best views
This is a hidden gem, as close to dispersed camping you can get with dirt, gravel roads, large stone fire pits, a amazing views with the added benefit of a five gallon jug of non potable water and very clean port-a-potties. The owner regularly patrols the site and makes sure everything is okay.
- LLynn C.Scout
Old Mill Stream Campground
Never Again
The 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.
Adam and Suzanne B.GuideBeacon Hill Camping
Great location
We 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.
- jjeanne A.Guide
Echo Valley Campground
Big sites with lots of trees
We only spent the night and didn't look at the amenities. The manager was very friendly and accommodating.
Guide to Gilbertsville
Cabins and tent camping sites near Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania are concentrated within a 30-mile radius, with most options situated between 300-500 feet in elevation. The region experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F and winter temperatures often dropping below freezing. Most campgrounds in this area feature wooded settings with mixed hardwood forests providing natural shade for campsites.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: 1-3 mile access at most campgrounds with stocked ponds and nearby creek access. At Appalachian Camping Resort, campers report "Kids loved fishing in the pond" though some note the fishing experience varies with "the pond has a lot of pond scum and there were a lot of duck families around."
Mini golf courses: typically $5-8 per person with equipment often provided at no extra charge. Lake-In-Wood Campground features mini golf as part of their family activities. A visitor mentioned "They have a mini golf course, indoor and outdoor pool and a kiddie pool. Goats to pet and watch."
Amish country tours: 20-30 minute drives from most campgrounds near the Lancaster area. Nearby attractions include traditional markets, horse-drawn carriage sightings, and handcrafted goods. One camper at Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country noted, "If you are an RVer or 5th Wheeler, the best sites IMHO are those that back up to the periphery and are northernmost up the slight embankment as you'll have greater privacy and less noise."
What campers like
Heated pools and recreation areas: Most campgrounds maintain their pools from May through September with varying hours. At Spring Gulch Resort Campground, guests appreciate the "Heated spa/pool in upper area are a bonus. Lots of sports gear available for free to use within park, has to be returned by 5 when main office closes."
Clean facilities: Bathhouses typically feature individual shower rooms with hot water available 24 hours. One visitor to Stonybrook RV Resort remarked, "The laundry area and shower rooms are beautiful and clean" while another noted "Shower / bathrooms are the best I've ever seen."
Weekend activities: Most campgrounds schedule weekend events from Memorial Day through Labor Day. At Thousand Trails Circle M, a camper shared, "We happened to be there on the weekend a magician came, my kids loved it. They have an indoor and outdoor pool. Nice playground."
Outdoor recreation: Hiking trails range from 0.5-3 miles at most properties with varying difficulty levels. A guest at Lake-In-Wood Campground explained, "The campground is walkable, I was able to go running, there are things for kids to do, some animals to go visit on our walks, obviously a lake."
What you should know
Terrain challenges: Many RV sites require significant leveling equipment. At Thousand Trails Circle M, a camper warned, "While the top part of the campground seemed more communal, we chose the lower, Riverside sites and we're glad we did! Bug spray is a must and lower sites are muddy."
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds close between late October and early April, with limited winter camping options. At many locations, water systems are winterized by November 1st requiring campers to fill tanks before arrival.
Reservation requirements: Weekend bookings often require 2-7 day advance notice during peak summer months. Holiday weekends typically require 30+ day advance reservations with many locations becoming fully booked 2-3 months ahead.
Wi-Fi limitations: Most campgrounds offer Wi-Fi only near central facilities with varying reliability. One visitor to PA Dutch Country noted, "WiFi is available but daily fee is expensive, and it was slow and intermittent."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: strategize site selection for proximity to play areas. At Robin Hill Campground, one visitor advised, "The playground was luckily right across from us up on the hill. They also have a Frisbee golf course on site."
Swimming options: most pools open 10am-8pm with some campgrounds enforcing afternoon break periods. One camper at Lake-In-Wood Campground recommended, "This is one campground I'd definitely go back too... It rained the entire time I was there so we didn't go in the pool but the campground is walkable."
Pet restrictions: typically 2 pet maximum with breed restrictions at some locations. Most campgrounds require vaccination records and leashes no longer than 6 feet. A visitor noted, "The dog park and themed cabins are just two examples of the small touches that go a long way toward making each visitor feel at home."
Activity scheduling: weekend programming often includes crafts, games, and themed events. Appalachian Camping Resort received praise as "One of the absolute best campgrounds I have ever stayed at" with "numerous activities set up all throughout the day and there was something for everyone."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Choose sites away from main roads and recreation areas for quieter stays. At Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country, a camper advised, "Before cooperate bought it, it was a lot cheaper with family friendly pricing and much cleaner. Staff has always been friendly."
Hookup inspection: Check water pressure and electrical stability before setting up. Stonybrook RV Resort gets positive reviews for infrastructure: "This place is in super condition— everything works as it's supposed to and is clean and maintained."
Navigational challenges: Entrance roads at several campgrounds feature steep grades and tight turns. At Stonybrook RV Resort, a camper warned about "the entrance made for a challenging entry up a steep grade, narrow roadway, and sharp turn in. I made it without problems, but it wasn't easy in a 45' motorhome towing a Jeep."
Water quality concerns: Several campgrounds have reported occasional issues with water clarity. One camper at Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country noted, "Water was rusty in our row came out brown at first then was tan after running through our filter for the entire stay."
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