Stephen W.
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GuideMill Bridge Village & Camp Resort
Great olacevto camp in Lancaster County
We camp here several times thru out the year. Always an enjoyable stay. Staff is very friendly and accommodating.
Best Campgrounds near Royersford, PA
Campgrounds near Royersford, Pennsylvania range from developed state parks to private RV resorts, with most sites situated within 20-30 miles of town. French Creek State Park Campground, about 15 miles west of Royersford, offers 200 sites with accommodation for tents, RVs, cabins, and glamping options. The Philadelphia-West Chester KOA, located southwest of Royersford, provides similar diversity with tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals. Several campgrounds in the area feature full hookup options for RVs, while others maintain primitive tent camping areas with more natural surroundings.
Access to camping facilities varies significantly by season, with many campgrounds operating on limited schedules during winter months. "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," notes one visitor about the Philadelphia-West Chester KOA. The terrain throughout the region consists primarily of rolling hills and wooded areas, with some campgrounds situated near lakes or streams. Most developed campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak summer months when availability becomes limited. French Creek State Park and Evansburg State Park maintain year-round operations, though winter camping options may be restricted to certain loops or sites with specific amenities.
Campers report high satisfaction with the natural settings found at state parks in the region. French Creek State Park receives consistent praise for its hiking trails and lake access, with one camper describing it as "a great local getaway" that offers "nice easy hikes" and a convenient escape from city life. Private campgrounds like Boulder Woods and Lake-In-Wood provide more amenities such as swimming pools, game rooms, and organized activities, particularly appealing to families with children. The presence of the Appalachian Trail to the north provides opportunities for more rugged camping experiences for those willing to travel slightly farther from Royersford. Most developed campgrounds in the area offer a mix of wooded and open sites, with varying degrees of privacy depending on the specific loop or section.
Best Camping Sites Near Royersford, Pennsylvania (143)
1. French Creek State Park Campground
82 ReviewsGeigertown, PA13 milesWebsite+1 (610) 582-9680$24 - $122 / night
"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."
2. Evansburg State Park Campground
6 ReviewsSkippack, PA7 milesWebsite+1 (610) 409-1150$43 / night
"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”."
3. Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park
8 ReviewsPerkiomenville, PA10 milesWebsite+1 (215) 234-4528$20 - $30 / night
"Large sites, clean bathrooms, lots of hiking trails"
4. Boulder Woods Campground
11 ReviewsRed Hill, PA15 milesWebsite+1 (215) 257-7178"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."
5. Group Camp — Ridley Creek State Park
10 ReviewsGradyville, PA17 milesWebsite+1 (610) 892-3900$57 / night
"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"
6. Philadelphia-West Chester KOA
17 ReviewsDowningtown, PA21 milesWebsite+1 (610) 486-0447$59 - $86 / night
"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."
"Everything was within close walking distance and the staff were extremely helpful. Pool and bathrooms were very clean."
7. Lake-In-Wood Campground
21 ReviewsNarvon, PA23 milesWebsite+1 (717) 445-5525$40 - $60 / night
"As we drove up I loved the look and location of the campground. "
"It rained the entire time I was there so we didn’t go in the pool but 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"
8. Quakerwoods Campground
16 ReviewsCoopersburg, PA21 milesWebsite+1 (215) 536-1984"Tucked into the rolling farmland and lush hillsides of Bucks County just off Exit 44 of the PA Turnpike and Exits 60/60A from I-78, Quakerwoods Campground delivers a postcard-perfect countryside setting"
"If you find yourself careening around the picturesque country roads here in Bucks County you will discover Quakerwoods Campground (named of course after the previous tri-cornered hat-donning Quaker residents"
9. Village Scene Park
4 ReviewsHatfield, PA14 milesWebsite+1 (215) 362-6030$48 / night
"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"
10. Fort Washington State Park Campground
7 ReviewsAmbler, PA17 milesWebsite+1 (215) 591-5250$28 - $72 / night
"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"
Recent Camping Photos near Royersford, PA
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Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park
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French Creek State Park Campground
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Boulder Woods Campground
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Tranquil Creekside Camp
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Brandywine Creek Campground
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Hibernia County Park
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Rolling Hills Retreats
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Philadelphia-West Chester KOA
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Quakerwoods Campground
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Lake In Wood Resort
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Lake-In-Wood Campground
Recent Reviews near Royersford, PA
916 Reviews of 143 Royersford Campgrounds
Nicole S.
LegendLake-In-Wood Campground
Sun Retreats Lancaster County - Easter Weekend
Like always we like to begin our camping season with a Easter Weekend Trip, my husband's family is partial to the Lancaster Area, so we headed there to Sun Retreats Lancaster. As we drove up I loved the look and location of the campground. You could see there was a indoor pool setup, arcade, playground, store, ice cream, mini-golf and a huge lake and that was everything we saw from the truck. We pulled up to a gate and a guy came out of the shed next to it to check us in.
The campground looked well maintained, the sports were on both sides of the lake and they offered many different options like woods or open, pull through or back up. We choose a really wooded site. It was tight getting in but I can't complain I don't drive the truck. It seemed like there was a fair amount of seasonal sites but they didn't overwhelm the place. I could see also a lot of cabins there were some shaped like teepees, a frontier cabin, and a caboose. They had a fair amount of open grass to play and enjoy. You can bring your own golfcart or they have on site rentals also.
They had an activity list that would help keep everyone busy, they had a mini golf course that was in great shape, an arcade which was definitely lacking in the game department, I think there was 4 pinball machines, 2 Skee ball, 3 racing games, and the play to you win machine. The playground x2 were both in great condition with a lot to keep kids playing on. I can only comment on the indoor pool which at the time was said to be under construction however still open, the water was on the colder side and the hot tube the same temp as the pool, the ceiling had been ripped off so the iron rusting beams were exposed and rust falling down. The kids still went in the pool unfortunately the air from the open window made them too cold so we didn't stay long. I am hoping it will be finished because the concept of the indoor-outdoor pool area looks so fun.
The staff was extremely helpful and super friendly. The store was fully stocked with everything you could want. The bathrooms were all kept so clean and in working order with hot water. We enjoyed the area we ventured out to see the Choo Choo barn, the green dragon flea market, and kitchen kettle village which are a must if your in the area. We also choose to hike the Welsh Preserve and Money Rock. The lake had a path you could walk completely around and you could choose to fish if that's your thing.
I would definitely return to this campground again, we had 8 sites in total and we all really thought it was a wonderful place and really enjoyed our holiday weekend there. It was very busy but the staff was present but not overbearing. People were very respectful and friendly.
Stuart K.LegendMelody Lakes Country Estates
More Community Living Than Campground Stay
Tucked just off Route 309 north of Quakertown, Melody Lakes Country Estate feels far less like a traditional campground and much more like a quiet, semi-permanent residential community, with a small pocket of opportunity for the occasional overnight RV stay if you happen to time it right.
While my review from a few years ago provides a ton of detail, I thought I would follow up that review with a topline of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS along with a smattering of new photos.
HIGHLIGHTS:(1) Peaceful, tucked-away setting surrounded by wooded acreage that gives the property a calm, removed feel from nearby roads;(2) Access to a range of community-style amenities including a pool, clubhouse, playground, and small fishing ponds;(3) Proximity to Quakertown makes it relatively easy to access groceries, restaurants, and basic supplies within a short drive;(4) Nearby outdoor options like the Upper Bucks Rail Trail provide a great outlet for hiking and biking;(5) Close to local gems like Kathy’s Country Kitchen, which is well worth the stop if you’re passing through.
LOWLIGHTS:(1) Extremely limited RV availability, with only a handful of spots, making it unreliable for spontaneous overnight stays;(2) Not a true campground experience, as the majority of the property is made up of semi-permanent or seasonal residences;(3) No tent camping options whatsoever, limiting flexibility for different types of campers;(4) Entrance is easy to miss with minimal signage, requiring careful navigation or prior knowledge to find;(5) Unclear availability of full hookups due to the limited number of transient sites and lack of consistent turnover.
Happy Camping!
- Stuart K.Legend
Quakerwoods Campground
Quaint Country Camping in Classic Bucks County
Tucked into the rolling farmland and lush hillsides of Bucks County just off Exit 44 of the PA Turnpike and Exits 60/60A from I-78, Quakerwoods Campground delivers a postcard-perfect countryside setting with wide-open skies, neighboring hay fields, rustic barns and charming small towns that feel pulled straight from a New England travel guide. With roughly 170 RV sites, a small collection of tent sites and several rental campers, the campground strikes a balance between peaceful rural escape and full-featured family campground energy.
HIGHLIGHTS:(1) Gorgeous pastoral setting with surrounding farmland, rolling hills and a distinctly peaceful countryside atmosphere;(2) Excellent full-hookup RV infrastructure with mostly back-in sites offering 30/50 amp electric, water and sewer, along with flat pads, picnic tables and in-ground fire rings;(3) Exceptionally strong amenity package including adult and kids swimming pools, mini golf, baseball field, RC track, shuffleboard, fishing pond, game room, playgrounds, volleyball, basketball, horseshoes, cornhole, themed weekends, bingo and Saturday wagon rides;(4) Clean and plentiful facilities including four well-kept restroom and shower buildings, laundry, camp store, dump stations, water stations, propane refills and ice sales; and(5) Outstanding access to regional attractions including Nockamixon State Park for kayaking and canoeing, plus great nearby dining at Brick Tavern Inn, McCoole’s at the Historic Red Lion Inn and Sage Alley Brewery.
LOWLIGHTS:(1) Interior sections of the campground offer less tree cover and privacy compared to the wooded perimeter sites;(2) Tent camping is limited in number and clustered separately, which may feel slightly isolated to some campers;(3) Restaurant options are not immediately adjacent, requiring a short drive for dining;(4) Weekend popularity and themed events can increase noise and traffic levels; and(5) RV rates trend toward the higher end during peak season.
Happy Camping!
- Stuart K.Legend
Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country
Amish Country Charm with a Resort Twist
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’s throw from the PA Turnpike.
While my review from a few years ago provides a ton of detail, I thought I would follow up that review with a topline of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS along with a smattering of new photos.
HIGHLIGHTS:(1) Expansive campground with 250+ sites offering full hookups, giving plenty of options for both short stays and longer visits;(2) Resort-style amenities including pool, mini golf, clubhouse, playgrounds, and organized activities that keep families engaged throughout the day;(3) Beautiful wooded setting with dense tree coverage that creates a surprisingly secluded feel despite proximity to major highways;(4) Ideal location for exploring Pennsylvania Dutch Country, with scenic farmland, covered bridges, and charming nearby towns just minutes away; and(5) Strong sense of community with events like bingo, crafts, and family activities that give it that classic ‘summer camp” vibe.
LOWLIGHTS:(1) Sloped terrain throughout much of the campground can make leveling a bit tricky depending on your site;(2) Close proximity to the PA Turnpike may be a concern for some, even though tree coverage helps reduce both noise and visibility;(3) Wi-Fi is not complimentary and can be an added cost, which feels a bit dated for a“resort” experience;(4) Membership requirement through Thousand Trails can be a barrier for first-time or casual campers; and(5) Limited tent site availability compared to the large number of RV sites, making it less flexible for non-RV travelers
Happy Camping!
- Stuart K.Legend
Pinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park
Amenity-Packed Campground in PA Dutch Country
Set just off I-76 in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country, Pinch Pond Family Campground& RV Park is a large, all-in-one, family-focused campground with a layout that feels more like a small neighborhood than a traditional woods-only campsite. While its proximity to the highway makes access easy, the property itself is gated, organized into distinct camping zones and packed with amenities that clearly cater to longer stays and families looking for built-in entertainment.
HIGHLIGHTS:(1) Full-service resort-style amenities including pool, playground, arcade, laundry, propane refills, dump stations, sports field, picnic tables and in-ground fire rings throughout the property;(2) Wide variety of lodging options including RV sites with 30/50 amp hookups, water, sewer and cable, primitive tent sites, and multiple on-site cottages for non-campers;(3) Gated entrance and very welcoming, helpful staff at check-in with a well-stocked camp store offering snacks, ice cream, sundries and souvenirs;(4) Strong family appeal with fishing pond, barn, open play areas and space for kids to roam safely; and(5) Excellent location for regional attractions including Hershey Park, Chocolate World, Amish countryside tours and the nearby wolf sanctuary with guided educational tours.
LOWLIGHTS:(1) Immediate proximity to I-76 means persistent highway noise day and night with no real sound buffer;(2) Access is oddly indirect despite being next to the turnpike, requiring a several-mile loop through countryside roads to reach the entrance;(3) Overall layout is wide open with limited natural privacy between many RV sites;(4) Nearby shooting range produces frequent target practice noise, especially noticeable during early morning hours; and(5) Pricing for primitive tent sites feels disproportionately high compared to full-hookup RV rates.
Happy Camping!
- RRandy L.
ScoutFrench Creek State Park Campground
French Creek State Park
This 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.
- CCatherine M.
TravelerLums Pond State Park Campground
You want peace ??
This is the most quietest campground. Perfect when you need to go somewhere to think. The people here are very nice. The wildlife is amazing
- DDeanie S.Scout
Delaware Motel and RV Park
Thoughts
Okay so I haven't actually been here yet I am looking for somewhere to put my rv long term. I guess I was just wondering why the other person made this place sound so horrible. Is it because of the people who can only afford to survive long term at this campsite or was this another time that stigma took over instead of knowledge or is the place a real dangerous dump. I guess I need to check this place out for myself.
Guide to Royersford
Camping spots near Royersford, Pennsylvania range from state parks to privately owned campgrounds nestled within the rolling hills of Chester and Montgomery counties. The area sits at elevations between 200-600 feet and experiences a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons. Winter camping is available at select locations like French Creek State Park, though many campgrounds operate with reduced services from November through March.
What to do
Disc golf adventures: Boulder Woods Campground offers an extensive disc golf course that attracts enthusiasts from across the region. "The disc golf course is huge and brings in groups who play for the day. They sell disc golf things in the store as well," shares one visitor to Boulder Woods Campground.
Creek exploration: Evansburg State Park provides excellent opportunities for creek hiking and wildlife viewing. "Great place to creek hike, nice for horses, we did get a lot of ticks, but not deer ticks, thankfully," notes a camper about Evansburg State Park Campground.
Fishing options: Multiple lakes and streams offer fishing opportunities within a 30-minute drive of Royersford. "I cought a beautiful Brown Trout here a few weeks ago! Great park. You need a license to fish, and if you plan on catching Trout you need the Trout endorsement on the fishing licence, currently $9.90," explains a visitor to Evansburg State Park.
Seasonal activities: Many campgrounds offer organized weekend events, especially during summer and fall. "The weekend we were there they had A chicken dinner. It was actually very good. We experienced the hayride around the campground," reports a Lake-In-Wood camper.
What campers like
Private wooded sites: French Creek State Park offers secluded camping spots with natural separation. "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," explains a reviewer at French Creek State Park Campground.
Level camping areas: Many campers appreciate the even terrain at French Creek's sites. "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," notes one visitor.
Water activities: The Brandywine River at Philadelphia-West Chester KOA provides scenic water recreation. "The sites, particularly those on the Brandywine River, have amazing views. They are close enough for you to camp with a group, but most also have a small fence between each site to clearly delineate between the sites," reports a camper at Philadelphia-West Chester KOA.
Wildlife viewing: Several parks in the region offer opportunities to spot local fauna. "There are several warm water fish in the lakes including northern pike, chain pickerel, bass, walleye, muskellunge and several types of panfish," notes a reviewer about French Creek State Park.
What you should know
Bathroom conditions vary: Cleanliness and maintenance differ significantly between campgrounds. "I was very disappointed in the cleanliness of the women's bathroom. Let me just say I went one time and didn't go back. Luckily, we have a cassette toilet in our camper," reports a French Creek State Park visitor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Royersford, PA?
What camping is available near Royersford, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Royersford, PA offers a wide range of camping options, with 143 campgrounds and RV parks near Royersford, PA and 2 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Royersford, PA?
Which is the most popular campground near Royersford, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Royersford, PA is French Creek State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 82 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Royersford, PA?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Royersford, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Royersford, PA.
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