2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Horse camping near Glenmoore, Pennsylvania offers a limited but workable selection of equestrian-friendly campgrounds across southeastern PA and the Maryland border. Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area in nearby Elkton, Maryland offers horse-friendly camping with drinking water, electric hookups, and accessible toilets. The campground maintains trails suitable for riding, though reviews indicate no dedicated horse corrals are available on the premises. French Creek State Park in Elverson provides another option with multiple accommodation types including tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and yurts, though specific equestrian amenities are limited according to available data.
The bridle trail network connecting these campgrounds offers varied terrain for riders of different experience levels. Both locations require reservations, with French Creek State Park's booking system allowing advance planning for weekend equestrian outings. When camping with horses in this region, visitors should bring their own containment systems as permanent corrals are not standard at these facilities. Trails remain accessible year-round at Fair Hill, while French Creek's trail system accommodates riders during all seasons with special consideration needed for trail conditions after rainfall. Horse owners should plan to bring sufficient feed and water storage containers as on-site equestrian-specific resources are minimal compared to general camping amenities.
"We were looking for someplace close to the city but away from the hustle and bustle of our city life, this was the perfect little steal-away; relatively close by, great car camping spots, nice easy hikes"
"Campground Review: French Creek State Park Campground is located in Elverson, Pennsylvania and sits adjacent to Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site."
Available this weekend
from $20 - $90 / night
"This campground has 2 small loops, the Lake Loop and the Fiddler's Loop. Lake loop is the bigger of the two, however the “sites” are smaller and it's more open. It is popular with group tenters."
"Large campsites at the Lake Loop. Map is a little deceiving- the sites are farther from the lake than I expected and there are no running water bathrooms. Very clean and wooded sites."
from $15 - $50 / night
"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."
"I took her older cousins to the fishing pier, and we didn't even get a nibble, but I think it was too cold for panfish that close to shore."
Available this weekend
from $27 - $45 / night
"Starlight is a nice campground to relax or explore central Pennsylvania."
"The campground is in a great location with easy access to Lancaster, Hershey and many other places to explore."
"The only thing about this site specifically is the trail was close by so you’d occasionally see people walking by but not enough that it didn’t still feel secluded."
"I was only one in the forest ATM but saw some hikers occasionally throughout the day walking by."
from $25 / night
ScoutFirst time at this campground really like it a lot will be returning. The bathrooms are always clean. The grounds are always kept up. Just a really nice place to stay. Most of the sites have some kind of shade.
LegendWe spent a weekend at French Creek State Park as our home base for the Chester County Balloon Festival. We stayed for 2 nights at a full-hookup paved site, which ran us $55.25 per night.
WHAT I LIKED:
Peace& Quiet: The state park itself was lovely, serene, and felt nice and spacious.
Prime Location: At just 30 minutes away from the balloon festival, this is the closest campground.
WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
The"Leveling" Challenge: We were at site#C-241, which had a pretty significant slope. It took a few boards under the rear wheels and fully extended jacks just to get us anywhere near level.
Tight Fit for Big Rigs: Even though there was plenty of open space behind our site, the actual driveway pad was too short to comfortably fit our motorhome and Jeep together. Compared to other state parks we’ve visited, the interior roads and layouts felt a bit on the tight side.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
LegendOverall, this is a nice, small (about 65 sites) state park with plenty of recreational opportunities inside the park. There is nice separation between sites so you don’t feel like you are on top of your neighbor. Tall trees are scattered about which provide shade at some sites but overall, the park is pretty open. Roads getting to the park are easy to navigate with any size RV. Within the park, roads are paved and free of potholes and there are no low hanging branches. Since the roads are one-way they are not very wide so backing in big-rigs can be a little tight and you might have to run over the grass.
All RV sites are full hook-up and there is a separate area for tents and there is one canvas yurt for rent. The tent sites are nice in that they are tucked along the wood line slightly away from RVs with more privacy and shade. The only downside is that they are pretty far away from the centrally located bathroom and showers. The bathroom has separate rooms for showers which is nice and private. They were tended to daily and very clean. Also, located in the center of the campground is a playground, camp store and laundry. The dumpsters and recycle bins are located in a separate area on the way out of the campground and were frequently full and overflowing. Campsites are paved and some have wide enough that the patio is paved but others have a narrow pad for the RV and gravel patio. We discovered that most sites are level but a few are not (like 22 and 24). The campground is very clean and camp hosts were diligent about picking up trash and cleaning out fire pits every day.
Across the pond (north of the campground) is where most of the amenities are located such as concessions, ball fields, horseshoe pits, disk golf, and more. For those wanting to fish there is a pier in the campground and a self-serve vending machine with bait in it. There are additional fishing piers located in other parts of the park and there are boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards for rent. We stopped in at the Nature Center but it was a bust– just a few taxidermy specimens and not much information. One of the most popular areas of the park is Go Ape which is a ropes/zip line course through the canopy (which does require admission fee). There are nice trails that leave right from the campground– some 17 miles in all. There is a boat launch about a quarter mile from the campground entrance which is suitable for trailerable boats and paddle craft but there are no docks so you can’t leave your boat tied up there. There is an off-leash dog area but it is located far from the campground so it’s best to drive.
ScoutBathrooms are clean and staff is nice
TravelerThe camp site was amazing. Everything is neat and clean and really beautiful place so quiet.
GuideThis campground has everything. Conveniently located, short drive to Dover, Wilmington, Annapolis and Baltimore. The sites were very large and spacious. Sites can accommodate any type of trailer or vehicle. Plenty of site hookups, areas for tents. There is a camp store, several washer and dryers. The best private, individual shower booths and even a pond to go fishing in.
ScoutThis is our 3rd time at this park, it is one of our favorites. Well maintained, very quiet. We stay in Loop A (full hookup) pet friendly. Sites are spacious, generally large but they are all back-in sites.
TravelerThis is the most quietest campground. Perfect when you need to go somewhere to think. The people here are very nice. The wildlife is amazing
TravelerHarder to do with a large group due to the early quiet hours, but park is very nice and well kept
French Creek State Park is situated in Chester County, Pennsylvania, and spans over 7,500 acres of oak forest. The park features two lakes—Hopewell and Scotts Run—and sits at elevations ranging from 600 to 800 feet. Winter camping is available at several locations near Glenmoore, with temperatures often dropping below freezing between December and February. Most campgrounds in the region operate on reservation systems requiring advance booking during peak summer months.
Explore hiking trails: French Creek State Park offers extensive trail networks for various skill levels. "We loved our stay at this park, and plan to return. There is lots of hiking, the lake is beautiful, at least two playgrounds, the bathrooms were well maintained," shares Katie M. about French Creek State Park Campground.
Try fishing: Multiple lakes in the area provide fishing opportunities year-round. "There are several warm water fish in the lakes including northern pike, chain pickerel, bass, walleye, muskellunge and several types of panfish. Ice fishing is also allowed at both lakes and the ice thickness is monitored," according to a visitor at French Creek.
Visit historic sites: Explore nearby historic landmarks within short driving distance from Glenmoore. "If you can't find enough to keep you busy at the campground or park there are a few attractions nearby... Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site and Daniel Boone Homestead," notes another camper at French Creek.
Private camping spaces: Campers appreciate the wooded sites that provide separation between neighbors. "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," reports a reviewer at Hibernia County Park.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms are frequently mentioned in positive reviews. "The bathroom at the campground is very nice and new... There are two large showers as well with very warm water," notes Ellen C. at Starlite Camping Resort.
Level sites: Many campgrounds provide flat areas for easy setup. "All sites have a paved level area which made set up a breeze. Sites were not on top of each other. Bathrooms were very nice and clean with large showers," reports Jen R. about French Creek State Park.
Equestrian facilities vary: Horse campgrounds near Glenmoore, Pennsylvania offer different levels of equestrian amenities. While Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area in nearby Maryland provides some facilities for horses, actual horse corrals are limited at most locations.
Reservation requirements: Most parks require advance booking, especially in peak season. "Book early because it fills up fast!" advises Ellen B. about Lums Pond State Park.
Limited hookups at some sites: Not all campgrounds offer full services. "There are NO HOOKUPS, and water is not easy to come by if you are in an RV. If you are coming in an RV, you should come with a full water tank," states Jennifer S. about Hibernia County Park.
Look for playground access: Multiple parks feature child-friendly play areas. "There is a very nice playground situated conveniently between the loops of the campground. It had some slides, a bridge, lots of monkey bars, ladders to climb on and the best feature was the zip line," notes a visitor at Lums Pond State Park Campground.
Consider tent location: Some campgrounds have better tent sites than others. "We loved the lake campground. My kids are age 3-12. There's running water available, porta potties are very clean and don't smell and are lit with a street lamp," shares Anna from Hibernia County Park.
Check swimming options: Not all parks permit swimming in their lakes. "We spent Saturday afternoon fishing but not catching anything at Scott's Run. It's a beautiful location and it was still a fun way to spend the day with the kids away from the site," explains a reviewer at French Creek.
Site leveling requirements: RV campers should check site conditions before arrival. "Sites are not level, but nothing a little creative positioning can't fix," advises a camper at Hibernia about accommodating larger vehicles.
Electric hookup access: Some campgrounds offer electric-only sites. "We had two sites this trip with water and electric, but they do have quite a few full hook-up sites. Overall the sites were large, with trees between, providing additional privacy," notes Craig F. about Blackbird State Forest Campground.
Hill considerations: Terrain can impact larger vehicles. "If you're hauling a big camper you'll need power for the hills," warns Chris G. about Starlite Camping Resort, highlighting the importance of adequate towing capacity when visiting campgrounds in this region.
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