RV sites near Glen Mills, Pennsylvania offer access to Lancaster County farmland, Philadelphia suburbs, and Delaware state parks. Many campgrounds operate seasonally between April and November, with limited winter options. The region experiences hot, humid summers with temperatures averaging 80-90°F, while spring and fall provide milder camping conditions.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Lake-In-Wood Campground features a large fishing pond where anglers can test their skills. "There is a pond for swimming and there were dead fish," noted one visitor at Spring Gulch, suggesting varying water quality at different campgrounds.
Mini golf courses: Lake-In-Wood Campground maintains a mini golf course that families enjoy. At Spring Gulch, a camper mentioned, "Mini golf was fun but need to be regreened….several holes needed maintenance."
Water recreation: Within 40 minutes of Glen Mills, Lums Pond State Park Campground offers paddling opportunities. "Lots of boating (electric motors only) and kayaking on the pond and a decent amount of hiking," according to a camper. The pond permits only electric motors, creating a quieter water experience.
Hiking trails: Green Lane Park provides marked trails through woodland areas. "Green Lane Park is a lovely park with several well marked trails for hiking," reported one visitor, though they noted limited privacy between campsites.
What campers like
Entertainment options: Thousand Trails Circle M provides regular weekend entertainment. A reviewer mentioned, "We happened to be there on the weekend a magician came, my kids loved it. They have an indoor and outdoor pool. Nice playground."
Swimming facilities: Multiple campgrounds maintain both indoor and outdoor swimming pools. At Sun Valley Campground, a visitor wrote, "The pool and splash pad were great but you needed to be at least 42 inches to go on the slide or bounce house."
Themed accommodations: Several campgrounds offer unusual lodging options. According to one camper at Lake-In-Wood Campground, "There are a lot of really neat and different rentals here like a tree house, double decker bus, among others."
Wildlife observation: The region provides opportunities to spot local fauna. One camper at Spring Gulch noted, "We did enjoy the paddle boats and saw a few cranes!" while others mentioned fishing ponds stocked with various species.
What you should know
Site conditions: Many campgrounds feature uneven terrain. At Spring Gulch Resort Campground, a camper observed, "Lots were a bit uneven, but pull through which was nice." Another visitor at Sun Valley noted, "We got pretty lucky and were assigned one of the concrete pads that was pretty level."
Seasonal closures: Most campgrounds operate only part of the year. Sun Valley Campground runs from April 1 to November 1, while Spring Gulch operates March 21 to December 1. Only a few facilities remain open year-round.
Facility maintenance: Bathroom facilities vary widely between campgrounds. A camper at Circle M noted, "Laundry is coin or app operated. Putt putt is still open and fun, so is playground. Arcade was open." At Lums Pond State Park, visitors consistently praise the facilities: "Great bath houses, always super clean."
Road conditions: Some campgrounds have unpaved roads that can become problematic during rain. One camper described, "The dirt/sand roads were horrible" at Jellystone Park, while another mentioned, "Our site was gravel with a small concrete patio and decently sized. However it poured and hailed for 1 hr and it still made a swamp."
Tips for camping with families
Activities scheduling: Jellystone Park provides structured entertainment for children. "We stayed fathers day weekend and they had a breakfast, games and crafts geared towards it," noted one family. Activities typically occur on weekends, with fewer options midweek.
Age restrictions: Water features often have height requirements. One family mentioned, "The pool and splash park were great but you needed to be at least 42 inches to go on the slide or bounce house."
Rental options: Families without camping equipment can rent cabins at most area campgrounds. A visitor at Spring Gulch explained, "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."
Sports equipment: Some campgrounds provide recreational equipment for guest use. At Spring Gulch, a camper noted, "Lots of sports gear available for free to use within park, has to be returned by 5 when main office closes."
Tips from RVers
Site access: Lums Pond State Park Campground offers paved sites with full hookups. An RVer described, "Beautiful park setting with fantastic site— spacious, level, good-working hookups, and paved." Sites typically accommodate rigs up to 40 feet.
Dump station restrictions: Dump station availability varies by location and day of week. At Village Scene Park, dump stations operate 9-4pm Monday through Friday but close on weekends, with a $20 fee for use.
Weekend reservations: Campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. At Lums Pond, an RVer advised, "Book early because it fills up fast!" Reservations are particularly important for holiday weekends and during fall foliage season.
Supply availability: Many campgrounds have limited on-site stores. One camper at Sun Valley noted, "The store is closed due to covid but the pool is open. There was a Leibys ice cream truck and food stand open the whole weekend." Most campgrounds are within 15-30 minutes of grocery stores and supplies.
