Motorhome and RV sites near Glen Rock, Pennsylvania sit in York County's rolling hills where elevation ranges from 500-800 feet. The region experiences four distinct seasons with summer highs averaging in the mid-80s and winter lows reaching the mid-20s. Many campsites throughout the area feature wooded lots with partial shade, offering natural buffers between camping spots.
What to do
Visit farm animals daily: At Thousand Trails Gettysburg Farm, campers can interact with animals during scheduled feedings. "We enjoyed mini-golf, feeding the animals, 'hiking' through the cornfield, fishing, and campfires," shares Kasey M. The working farm environment provides unique camping experiences with goats, pigs, horses and llamas.
Explore Lancaster County Amish country: Camping locations offer convenient access to authentic Amish experiences. "I loved the surrounding dutch/Amish towns! It was pretty cool to seemingly step back in time," notes Jill R. about Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country. Most campgrounds are within 30-45 minutes of Amish attractions.
Fish in stocked ponds: Multiple campgrounds maintain fishing areas for guests. "Great place to go fishing!" says Anna H. about Thousand Trails Gettysburg Farm. Some locations like Pinch Pond Family Campground include fishing areas toward the back of their properties, though reviews mention they "could be nicer."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Pinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park receives consistent praise for maintenance. "Clean bathhouses and staff was friendly. Sites well maintained but ours wasn't level," shares Kathy L. The campground also features "super-clean and well-kept restrooms with showers" and a "super clean laundry room."
Swimming options: Sun Valley Campground offers "great swimming pool, immaculately clean bathrooms and showers," according to Jim C. Several RV sites near Glen Rock include pools that stay open seasonally, with some campgrounds offering indoor options for cooler weather.
Scheduled activities: Many locations organize regular events for campers. "They had a craft show in the barn which was nice," mentions Jen R. about Spring Gulch Resort Campground. At Drummer Boy Camping Resort, "there seem to be a lot of seasonal campers but everyone was extremely nice and welcoming," with activities including "themed weekend events, live music, bingo, golf cart parades, and potluck."
What you should know
Road noise considerations: Highway proximity affects some campgrounds. At Pinch Pond Family Campground, "main drawback is noise from road and shooting range nearby," notes Kathy L. Several RV parks in the region border major roadways like I-76 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike.
Seasonal limitations: Most camping options around Glen Rock operate primarily April through October. Drummer Boy Camping Resort runs "from Apr 1 to Oct 31," though Ben Franklin RV Park in York remains open year-round.
Site leveling challenges: Uneven terrain is common throughout the region. "Electric went out 3 times, once for over 24 hrs. Site was unlevel and poorly maintained," reports Charles S. about Round Top Campground. At PA Dutch Country, "the campground appears to be situated right on the side of a heavily wooded hill," requiring leveling blocks at many sites.
Tips for camping with families
Multiple pool options: Spring Gulch Resort Campground offers enhanced water features. "Heated spa/pool in upper area are a bonus. Lots of sports gear available for free to use within park," says Beth B. Several campgrounds maintain both indoor and outdoor swimming facilities.
Game rooms and arcades: Many campgrounds include indoor entertainment options. At Pinch Pond, "their game room has tickets. 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," according to Melissa Y.
Weekend scheduling: Activity calendars typically fill on weekends. "It gets very full on the weekends here," mentions Kasey M. about Thousand Trails Circle M. Many campgrounds run special events primarily Friday through Sunday, with quieter weekday experiences.
Tips from RVers
Water system challenges: Fluctuating water quality affects some campgrounds. "Water was rusty in our row came out brown at first then was tan after running through our filter for the entire stay," reports Justin B. about PA Dutch Country. Several reviews mention carrying extra water filters when visiting the region.
Maneuvering considerations: Some roads through campgrounds present challenges. At Thousand Trails locations, visitors note tight turns in dump station areas can be difficult with larger rigs. "Roads through the park are fairly narrow with potholes. Some roads are one-way but people don't pay much attention to that," mentions Nancy W.
Campground navigation: Finding available sites requires planning. "The roads are very confusing and difficult to navigate," shares Chelsea about Drummer Boy Camping Resort. Many RVers recommend arriving early (before 1pm) at Thousand Trails locations which operate on first-come, first-served basis for site selection.