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Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA welcomes pets at tent sites, RV spaces, and cabins within a family-friendly environment. This campground provides electric hookups, water access, and fire rings for campers traveling with dogs. Fort Washington State Park Campground also accommodates pets throughout its grounds with multiple trails suitable for dog walking. Dogs are allowed everywhere in the park according to visitor reports. Both locations maintain clean facilities with accessible restrooms and picnic areas. The Group Camp at Ridley Creek State Park earns high marks from pet owners, with well-marked trails perfect for hiking with dogs and several spots where pets can enjoy creek access.
French Creek State Park Campground offers year-round pet-friendly accommodations with electric hookups and dedicated hiking paths. Dogs must remain leashed on trails but can explore designated swimming areas during warmer months. Pet waste stations are positioned throughout campgrounds, maintaining clean conditions for all visitors. Evansburg State Park receives praise for its dog-friendly atmosphere, though some sites require carrying gear by foot to reach camping areas. The park features fishing spots where dogs can cool off alongside their owners during summer months. Visitors frequently mention the excellent trail system connecting campgrounds with scenic water features. Most campgrounds implement quiet hours after 10 PM to minimize barking disturbances, and all require pet owners to maintain control of their animals at all times.
"Beautiful campground — lots of trees, pond, kids play equipment, dog park, etc. facilities all clean and whole place is well maintained. Easy late arrival."
"The neighbor’s sewer connection is right next to our picnic table! But, the sites are large enough for large RVs, they have 30/50 amp hookups and water & sewer."
"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."
"We found a lot of really unique sites around the park. Will keep going back"
from $57 / night
Check Availability"There are numerous hiking trails in the park that seemed to be well marked and maintained. The park is about 20- mins from Reading, and 10 mins from Birdsbroro."
"There is a connector trail nearby that can get you to most of the hiking trails. Site was nice. Bathrooms okay. This is a pet loop so be aware of dogs. Hiking trails in park were a nice challenge."
from $20 - $75 / night
Check Availability"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."
"m following up on my review from over a year ago with new photos, updated weathered campers’ tales and a quick snapshot of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS: HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Rustic group camping nestled in nearly"
from $28 - $72 / night
Check Availability"It was a great place to walk with your dog and enjoy the Pennsylvania outdoors."
"Since he was 2 years old I’ve taken my son, and we always have an amazing time, either hiking the trails to wandering in the woods looking for “adventures”."
from $43 / night
Check Availability"year ago with some refreshed insight, additional photos and, well, because once wasn’t enough, here’s a quick reel of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS: HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Hidden slice of suburban woodland tucked"
from $1 - $100 / night
Check Availability"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"
from $48 / night
Check Availability"Nice place, a bit to close to the highways"
"It was quite muddy so we moved our set up into the grass field, we reserved the majority of the sites in this location so it worked well. The RV spots seem nice and large."
"Large sites, clean bathrooms, lots of hiking trails"
from $20 - $30 / night
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TravelerCampground sites are nice and spacious, bathrooms are good, and there’s plenty to do for everyone. We hiked the 7.5mile lake trail with our two pups. It was beautiful and along the way there were opportunities to kayak/sup, beach it, or even play on a ropes course. We always travel with our dogs and this place has the BEST dog park. Big open space with access to lots of water play. We definitely recommend this spot!
RangerWe stayed here for a night in transit. Beautiful campground — lots of trees, pond, kids play equipment, dog park, etc. facilities all clean and whole place is well maintained. Easy late arrival. Good location - convenient but far enough off the highway. Would stay here again.
GuideI was able to book my site the day before the trip. The site itself was set back some, and felt secluded while still being near the parking area.
Walk to bathrooms and camp store was on the longer side. Firewood was $5 a bundle, but the register wasn't working and they could only take cash.
The hiking in the immediate area was beautiful, lots of fun trails and wildlife. Fishing, kayaking, zip lining, tons of great activities.
The firepits have grates over one half, so campfire cooking is a breeze. Cook up and use the provided picnic table for an easy dinner set up.
The park itself is very dog friendly and most sites had dogs. There is also an off leash dog park at Lum's pond and dog water dishes outside the camp store.
The showers and bathrooms were incredibly well kept with hot water and stocked supplies. If you didn't feel like walking so far, the tents had a spiget with running water near the parking areas.
Reception for Verizon was spotty, t mobile was pretty great. Wish there was an ATM on site though I don't think the cash only situation is a normal one for this campground.
All in all an amazing trip, and I'll be back as soon as possible.
GuideMy family and I stayed at French Creek State Park while attending an event in Reading. The park was clean and well maintained. We stayed in Loop A which had no camp host. The camp hosts were in loops B & C. We had a full hook up site. The water and electric worked great! The campground was well patrolled by Rangers throughout our stay. The bathhouses appeared to be clean and maintained. The quiet time starts at 9pm and seemed to be followed by most campers. There are numerous hiking trails in the park that seemed to be well marked and maintained. The park is about 20- mins from Reading, and 10 mins from Birdsbroro. There are many stores and restaurants in the area for food and supplies if needed. We had good cellular service with both AT&T and T-Mobile. The one downside was that there was no off leash dog park. We had to take our dog to a dog park in Birdsbroro. We would stay at this park again.
Guidewell 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.
LegendWest Chester KOA This is a really nice KOA not too far from downtown Philly. The campground is located in a beautiful part of the Pennsylvania countryside with rolling hills which meant the roads getting there are narrow and windy. A bridge nearby the campground was washed out earlier by a hurricane so we had to take an alternative route going about thirty minutes out of our way. (Make sure you check their website for directions!) There is a lot to do in the surrounding area like visiting the historical sites in downtown Philadelphia, Valley Forge, or exploring Amish country.
This is a typical KOA with lots of amenities and activities for kids– swimming pool, jump pad, miniature golf, volleyball, butterfly garden, gem mining, playground, store, dog park, nature trail, etc. There is a large pool area with pavilion but it was closed during our stay since we were there early in the season. The campground is right on the Brandywine River which is a slow meandering pretty river that is great to get your feet wet or go for a paddle. Canoes and kayaks are available for rent if you have time and as there is very little current in the river you can paddle out and back without any trouble. There is a nice, short nature trail which was nice to walk our dog and she enjoyed getting wet in the river.
The campground is hilly which means that a fair number of sites are not level. Our site (#27) was level for our RV but the patio sloped downhill and we could not use our picnic table or find a level spot for our chairs. Some sites are “premiums” with paved patios, Adirondack chairs, fancy firepits, BBQ grill, and tables and chairs with an umbrella. These sites are really nice, but you pay a lot more for them. Some sites are located adjacent to the river with nice waterfront views, but beware some might be muddy. There are lots of camping cabins and a couple of glamping tents.
Overall, the campground is very clean with no trash lying around and the grass was mowed and trimmed. The 50-amp electric was good as was the water pressure. The sewer connection uphill from our site so it did not drain properly. There is basic cable but since you are so close to Philly there are plenty of over-the-air channels. The Wi-Fi at our site worked well. Garbage is picked up at your site. The surrounding area has plenty of restaurants, shopping, and interesting things to see and do.
GuideWe do Lums Pond at least twice a year if we can get reservations.
Sites are big and all were redone in the last few years with concrete pads, 30 amp service and full sewer. There are some equestrian and tent sites as well.
Lots of boating (electric motors only) and kayaking on the pond and a decent amount of hiking. There’s an off leash dog park, equestrian center and boat ramp. Book early because it fills up fast!
LegendThis is unquestionably the best KOA I’ve been to. I usually do not like KOA, except when there are no alternatives. This one is way above average. Typically these places are all gravel and dust. This one has paved roads, grass and trees. There is a pond for fishing, too. The only complaint is that, like all KOAs, the sites are on top of each other. The neighbor’s sewer connection is right next to our picnic table! But, the sites are large enough for large RVs, they have 30/50 amp hookups and water & sewer. There are cabins and large tents you can rent. There is a playground, pavilion, laundry, and several shower/bathrooms. (The one near us didn’t have hot water. The office people said they were working on it.) There us also a large, grassy, fenced dog park which my 2 spaniels appreciated.
TravelerWe stayed at site 18 in Loop A. There is a connector trail nearby that can get you to most of the hiking trails. Site was nice. Bathrooms okay. This is a pet loop so be aware of dogs. Hiking trails in park were a nice challenge.
Located just northwest of Philadelphia, Gladwyne sits within Montgomery County where campers find a mix of dense forests and open meadows at elevations ranging from 200-400 feet. The area experiences humid summers with temperatures averaging 85°F and mild winters, making spring and fall ideal for tent camping. Local campgrounds typically close from November to March due to freezing conditions.
Disc golf courses: 18+ holes at Boulder Woods Campground with equipment rentals available in their camp store. "The camp ground has a very large golf disc course and they seem to have tournaments. They sell disc golf things in the store as well. This course is huge and brings in groups who play for the day," notes Karralee B.
Bird watching: Hawk migrations visible from observation platforms at Fort Washington State Park Campground, especially during spring and fall. "Should you call yourself a bird watcher, you'll be particularly interested as from this very spot you can view the beautiful raptors that migrate here on a seasonal basis in both the Spring and Autumn," explains Stuart K. He adds that you might spot "Dark-eyed Junco, Common Loon, Blue Heron, Osprey, Cooper's Hawk, Bald Eagles, Great Horned & Barn Owls."
Urban exploration: Philadelphia access within 20 minutes using public transportation from nearby campsites. "We stayed here for 3 nights while visiting family In Philadelphia. It is a 20 minute ride into Philly and Uber was was quick and responsive," reports Travyl Couple from their stay at Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA.
Creek access for dogs: Multiple spots for pets to swim at Group Camp — Ridley Creek State Park, a top choice for dog friendly campgrounds near Gladwyne. "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!" shares Mackenzie B.
Secluded tent sites: Natural buffers between many campsites in certain loops at French Creek State Park Campground. "There is a lot of shade and the campground is laid out well... The sites are not right on top of one another," explains Jen R. Another camper notes, "As long as you don't stay right across from the bath houses you will find ample shade at your site. There are so many trees and brush in between most sites you can't even really see your neighbors."
Winter camping options: Year-round facilities available at certain locations when most campgrounds close. "Stayed over for one night in early December. Showers and bathrooms were great! I'm a women in my thirties traveling alone and I felt very safe here," explains Galit P. about French Creek State Park.
Site topography challenges: Rocky terrain at some campgrounds limits tent placement options. "Many of the sites surrounding ours were very rocky and left little option for a larger than normal sized tent," warns Ellen C. about French Creek State Park.
Weather considerations: Heavy rain impacts camping conditions at several parks near Gladwyne. "The only bad part was that it was kind of hard to find a level and rock-free spot large enough for our tent, but we managed!" shares Katie M.
Noise levels vary by loop: Traffic sounds noticeable at certain campgrounds. "A little loud at times with the turnpike right there," mentions Caryn I. about Boulder Woods. For a quieter stay, request sites away from major roads or in more secluded loops.
Playground amenities: Multiple options for kids at Village Scene Park, one of several pet friendly camping options near Gladwyne. "If you need to let the kids unwind for a bit to run around and explore, I would suggest a trip over to the Amazing Escape Room, just due east of here by 5 minutes," advises Stuart K.
Kid-friendly water activities: Lake swimming available at several locations during summer months. "There are two lakes, Scotts Run Lake and Hopewell Lake that you can fish at, kayak, canoe or just relax by," notes Jen R. about French Creek State Park.
Tent site selection: Request locations away from bathhouses for more privacy. "We tented in loop D…the only bad part was that it was kind of hard to find a level and rock-free spot large enough for our tent, but we managed!" shares Katie M.
Parking assistance: Staff help available at tighter campgrounds with narrow roads. "The spots are tight to get into but the staff will offer to park your camper using your vehicle. I let them park mine and I'm really glad I did. It was super tight," explains Erik W. about Boulder Woods Campground.
RV age restrictions: Some parks limit seasonal stays based on RV manufacturing date. "They only allow seasonal campers to be 10 years old or newer. Ours is 13. Very disappointed," warns Caryn I. about a nearby campground.
Hookup variations: Electric-only sites common at state parks while private campgrounds offer full hookups. "All sites have a paved level area which made set up a breeze," mentions Jen R. about French Creek State Park Campground, making it a practical choice for those seeking dog friendly campgrounds near the Gladwyne area.
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