Camping sites near Fogelsville, Pennsylvania sit within the northeastern edge of the Appalachian foothills, with elevations ranging from 400-600 feet above sea level. This region experiences four distinct seasons with particularly vibrant fall colors from mid-October to early November. Most campgrounds remain open from April through October, though several close earlier depending on local weather patterns and ground conditions.
What to do
Disc golf course: Boulder Woods provides an exceptional course that attracts tournaments and regular players. "This is a have to stay campground... Even better is the amazing price!" reports one visitor, while another notes, "They do allow golf carts we saw gas and powered. Nice and quite. We had a great time and it's on our list as a successful tent camping location for us."
Hiking to waterfalls: French Creek State Park Campground offers numerous trail options within a 45-minute drive of Fogelsville. A visitor explains, "We found the 2 trails we hiked - Hawk Falls and Shades of Death trails - where were rated 'more difficult' were not bad to hike at all. We hiked both with your 2 large dogs. Both of these trails had a creek and waterfalls."
Boulder field exploration: Hickory Run State Park Campground features a unique natural attraction. "The Boulder Fields are one of the coolest places I've ever visited, partially because they were so unexpected. Don't twist an ankle, but you can play hide and seek to an extent as there are small depressions in the fields," explains one camper. The park also offers "lots of hiking trails, some great views, loads of waterfalls, some swimming."
What campers like
Creek access: Allentown KOA offers waterside camping that receives consistent positive feedback. "Really nice campground. Staff was friendly and helpful. It's very secluded, no highway noise. Our spot backed up right to a creek and it was beautiful," reports one visitor. Another adds, "This campground is cozy, friendly, and has a sweet sounding creek that you camp near. It has many kid friendly amenities as well as being very relaxing."
Rock formations: Blue Rocks Family Campground provides unique geological features that appeal to families. "Our children loved to climb all over the rocks, that is where they spent most of the time. primitive but fun!" shares one parent. Another visitor notes, "Blue rocks is the best family campground within 5 hours of philadelphia. Hands down. They have everything you need from primitive sites to cabins to rent."
Privacy between sites: Campers appreciate spacing between sites at several campgrounds. At French Creek State Park, a camper observed, "The sites are not right on top of one another. Sites were not on top of each other. Bathrooms were very nice and clean with large showers." Similarly at Hickory Run, "The sites in this loop were spacious and more in an open area, but we were along a wooded area which gave us some shade."
What you should know
Weather considerations: Many camping areas near Fogelsville can become muddy after rain. "We did a weekend trip with just adults, tent camping. It was quite muddy so we moved our set up into the grass field," reports a Boulder Woods camper. Similarly, at Robin Hill, a visitor noted "Sites are swampy if they've had rain!"
Reservation timing: Most campgrounds fill quickly during summer weekends and holiday periods. At Stonybrook RV Resort, one visitor recounts, "My wife was frantically trying to find a place to stay for Memorial Day weekend. They had one site left that we were lucky enough to grab and I'm glad we did."
Bathroom variations: Facilities vary significantly between campgrounds and even between loops within the same campground. A Hickory Run camper explains, "Some bathrooms are latrines, but they also have beautiful, fully updated showers and restrooms available." At French Creek, "The bath houses in this loop are non-flush/pit toilets. However, the other camping loops had shower houses and flush toilet restrooms."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. At Boulder Woods, "They have so much to do for kids!! I would say bring your kids bikes... it's a nice relaxing, wooded area." At French Creek State Park, "There was a large open field in the loop we camped in with a swing set on it. This was nice for families with children."
Swimming options: Pools provide cooling relief during summer months. At Quakerwoods Campground, "There appears to be a pool but it is not in use during our time there in October, although the kids have been able to enjoy a hayride and the Halloween decor that some of the seasonal campers display." A visitor to Boulder Woods appreciated that "The bathrooms were nice and clean, showers were nice."
Boulder climbing for kids: Blue Rocks Family Campground provides natural entertainment. "This place really has something for everyone! Classic cars, huge playground, lots of activities, friendly staff. The best part was hiking in the boulder field!" A different camper noted that "The trails and the rocks are nice. Our site was very rocky and on an incline so hard to get the camper level."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Many camping areas near Fogelsville have uneven terrain. At Pine Hill RV Park, "Our site was level and nicely graded. We didn't have any trouble getting in and out and all the hook-ups were well-placed and worked well (including the cable)." But at Blue Rocks, be aware that your "site was very rocky and on an incline so hard to get the camper level."
Entrance challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult access points. At Stonybrook RV Resort, one RVer cautions, "The entrance made for a challenging entry up a steep grade, narrow roadway, and sharp turn in. I made it without problems, but it wasn't easy in a 45' motorhome towing a Jeep."
Parking assistance: Some areas offer help with difficult spots. At Boulder Woods, "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."
