Best Campgrounds near Hatboro, PA

Campgrounds near Hatboro, Pennsylvania range from established state parks to private RV resorts within reasonable driving distance of Philadelphia. Fort Washington State Park Campground and Evansburg State Park offer tent camping options with limited amenities, while Village Scene Park provides full-hookup RV sites approximately 8 miles northwest of Hatboro. Most locations feature a mix of accommodation types, with many sites supporting both tent and RV camping. Several parks in the region, including French Creek State Park (about 30 miles west), provide cabin accommodations and yurts alongside traditional camping areas.

Access to campgrounds varies considerably by location, with most sites requiring advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holidays. The suburban Philadelphia setting means most campgrounds have good road access, though some visitors note limited site availability during peak seasons. Facilities range from primitive sites with basic amenities to full-service campgrounds with electric hookups, water, and sewer connections. Weather considerations include hot, humid summers and cold winters, with most campgrounds operating seasonally from April through October. As one camper noted about Village Scene Park, "The first thing that you'll note is that Village Scene Park is located smack dab in the middle of an otherwise sprawling suburban area of the nearby metro Philly."

Campers frequently mention the surprising amount of natural areas preserved within this densely populated region. Several state parks provide water recreation opportunities at lakes and rivers, with fishing, hiking, and biking trails available at locations like Nockamixon State Park and French Creek State Park. Private campgrounds tend to offer more amenities such as showers, laundry facilities, and camp stores, while state parks typically provide more spacious sites with better nature access. Despite proximity to Philadelphia, many campgrounds maintain a natural setting. A reviewer of French Creek State Park noted, "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."

Best Camping Sites Near Hatboro, Pennsylvania (113)

    1. Fort Washington State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Ambler, PA
    6 miles
    Website
    +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"

    2. Washington Crossing State Park - TEMP CLOSED FOR 2024

    9 Reviews
    Titusville, NJ
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 737-0623

    $50 - $100 / night

    "Washington Crossing Historic Park, straddling Pennsylvania and New Jersey along the Delaware River, is one of those rare places where you can literally camp in history."

    "I always look forward to going because it is consistently clean, great for riding bikes and taking pets for a walk and children for a stroll PLUS it is significant  historically and it is enjoyable for"

    3. Alverthorpe Private Park

    4 Reviews
    Jenkintown, PA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 884-6538

    $1 - $100 / night

    "year ago with some refreshed insight, additional photos and, well, because once wasn’t enough, here’s a quick reel of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS:  HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Hidden slice of suburban woodland tucked"

    4. Village Scene Park

    4 Reviews
    Hatfield, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +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"

    5. Evansburg State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Skippack, PA
    16 miles
    Website
    +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”."

    6. French Creek State Park Campground

    81 Reviews
    Geigertown, PA
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 582-9680

    $20 - $75 / 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."

    7. Tohickon Family Campground

    16 Reviews
    Richlandtown, PA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 536-7951

    "Nothing bad about this place, I love that it's set far enough away from the main road that you don't get the noise."

    "Great camping, great hiking, pretty close to stores if you need anything. Staff is incredible!! Very polite, helpful, and just all around awesome People!!!"

    8. Tohickon Valley County Park

    10 Reviews
    Point Pleasant, PA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 597-0754

    "Easy to drive in and out. No “camp store/ features” but there’s a local pool with swing sets within walking distance and lots of manageable trails along the cliffs."

    "The Delaware Canal is nearby with the tow path for biking. That makes this a nice Bikepacking stop."

    9. Nockamixon State Park Cabins

    13 Reviews
    Richlandtown, PA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 529-7300

    $70 - $92 / night

    "They have a lot of land so it’s easy to find a secluded spot to hang out away from paths and people!"

    "Great place to picnic fish from land or boat, go for a nice scenic walk, go Kayaking, etc. If you don't own a boat, you can rent one right at the lake."

    10. Boulder Woods Campground

    10 Reviews
    Red Hill, PA
    21 miles
    Website
    +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."

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Recent Reviews near Hatboro, PA

789 Reviews of 113 Hatboro Campgrounds


  • M
    Oct. 6, 2025

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Hard with a large group

    Harder to do with a large group due to the early quiet hours, but park is very nice and well kept

  • Aly E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 2, 2025

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Dog owners read!

    There’s four loops. All connected A through D. We just needed a place to park and sleep so I got D011. Got there at 11pm and the D loop says no pets allowed. Not sure why when they are at every other loop but we had no where else to go and the area is pretty far off from anywhere else so the ol lab stayed in the camper. The bathrooms are tile and really nice with showers. And it was really quiet and chilly so a nice fall camp site. Just know ahead of time if you’re a dog owner!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Village Scene Park

    Tucked-Away Community Vibe

    I’m following up on my review from over a year ago with updated insights, additional photos and a quick breakdown of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS: 

    HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Convenient suburban location near Philadelphia yet surprisingly quiet; (2) Full-hookup RV sites with 30 / 50 amp, water, and sewer; (3) Affordable rates compared to other campgrounds in the region; (4) Smaller, tight-knit atmosphere with friendly long-term residents; (5) Pet-friendly, with walking areas and green space; and (6) Nearby restaurants include Franconi’s Pizzeria for classic pies and cheesesteaks and Appalachian Brewing Company with pub fare and house-brewed beers. 

    LOWLIGHTS: (1) Sites are narrow and can feel cramped, so don’t expect big pull-throughs; (2) Limited amenities with no pool, clubhouse, or playground; (3) Grounds feel more like a residential mobile home park than a campground; (4) Some infrastructure is dated and could use upgrades; and (5) Not much in the way of natural scenery because, um, this is urban camping. 

    Happy Camping!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Fort Washington State Park Campground

    Where George Washington Would've Ditched His Tent PPE

    I’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 500 acres of lush forest that is perfect for history buffs and nature lovers alike; (2) Potable water and non-flush restrooms available year-round, because even Revolutionary War re-enactors need coffee breaks; (3) Over 3.5 miles of trails leading to Hawk Watch observation decks, which birders will marvel at and the rest of us will simply appreciate the vista; (4) Group tenting area that fits 20 to 100 people that is ideal for clans, clubs or covert woodland think tanks; and (5) Convenient to Philly (25 min), great for escaping crowds while still being able to Uber for donuts.

    LOWLIGHTS: (1) No RV or tent-by-the-river solo camping: group-only policy means solo adventurers need to carpool or carry heavy guilt; (2) Bathrooms are primitive and non-flush, so BYOTP as it’s campground chic here, not hotel lobby convenient; (3) Carry-in / carry-out trash policy means becoming one with your garbage until civilization or squirrels show up; (4) Cell service is ‘iffy’ at best, depending on how hard the woods are trying to keep you offline; and (5) No campfire tales about campers as noise is limited and so are late-night s'mores sessions.

    Happy Camping!

  • S
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Turkey Swamp Park

    Private wooded sites

    Nice, remote, private. Some sites unlevel. Bring a LONG water hose. Nice lake. Showers and washers and dryers.

  • Aly E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 28, 2025

    Batona — Wharton State Forest

    Good spot to sleep

    The camp road was kinda hard to get around direction wise you couldn’t tell what was a road and what was a campsite. It was Saturday night and only two other campers but one was a huge group but thankfully not too loud. Two pit toilets that was pretty bad shape but we are used to disperse camping without toilets so we didn’t complain.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Washington Crossing State Park - TEMP CLOSED FOR 2024

    History and Camping with Revolutionary Limits

    Washington Crossing Historic Park, straddling Pennsylvania and New Jersey along the Delaware River, is one of those rare places where you can literally camp in history. The Pennsylvania side is all about historic buildings, museums and picnic spots, while the New Jersey side (Washington Crossing State Park) offers organized group tent camping. This isn’t the place for a cushy RV getaway or individual tenters looking to sneak in for the night, but rather a structured, group-style camping steeped in Revolutionary War atmosphere. First impressions? More Boy Scout jamboree than weekend getaway, but if you’re here for camaraderie and heritage, you’ve hit the mark.

    Facilities are deliberately minimal. On the Pennsylvania side, camping is limited to a handful of Scout-designated sites with portable toilets, no running water and zero frills. Across the river in New Jersey, the official group camping area provides open tent-only sites with no hookups, no pets and strict quiet hours. Think old-school camping: fire rings, pit toilets and a heavy dose of ‘leave no trace’ ethos. Reservations are required, permits are non-negotiable and the max stay tops out at 14 nights. What you do get is a wide, peaceful forest setting with plenty of space for tents, youth groups or scout troops along with the kind of simplicity that makes you feel like you’ve stepped back in time.

    Beyond the tent pads, the surrounding parks are rich with history and outdoor options. On the Pennsylvania side, you’ll find the visitor center, historic McConkey’s Ferry Inn, Bowman’s Hill Tower, and interpretive programs that bring the Revolutionary War era to life. Picnic areas and a boat launch offer ways to enjoy the Delaware River. In New Jersey, miles of wooded trails lead you through rolling hills and historic landscapes, perfect for hiking and birdwatching. It’s a spot where history buffs, scouts and nature seekers can all find common ground.

    Insider Tips? Here’s a handful: (1) The best group sites are the ones tucked furthest from the trailhead as (surprise, surprise) they’re quieter and offer more privacy; (2) Stock up before arriving, as there are no supply stores inside the park, so head on over to nearby Weis Markets in Langhorne or ShopRite in Fairless Hills, both of which are on the PA-side; (3) Be sure to bring all your own water as none is available onsite; (4) Kayakers should launch from the Pennsylvania side’s boat access for an iconic paddle on the Delaware River; (5) Visit the park’s historic reenactments, especially the Christmas Day Crossing event as it’s easily the most memorable history lesson you’ll ever get outdoors; and (6) When you’re done camping, fuel up at It’s Nutts Restaurant on the Jersey side in Titusville for classic diner-style comfort food or Francisco’s on the River for Italian fare with Delaware River views.

    Happy Camping!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Alverthorpe Private Park

    Urban Camping Bliss

    I’m following up on my review from over a year ago with some refreshed insight, additional photos and, well, because once wasn’t enough, here’s a quick reel of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS: 

    HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Hidden slice of suburban woodland tucked just outside Philly that is serene enough to reset your social media–addled brain; (2) Flat, open terrain scattered with tall shade trees makes pitching your tent feel practically pastoral; (3) Surprisingly solid cell signal (T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T all wave hello), which is rare in inner-density camping and handy for emergency pizza delivery orders; (4) Short walk to a quaint lake and four-sided chimney for marshmallow toasting that offers low-key charm with built-in ambiance; and (5) Tons of shade completely shroud the entire campground area, so no need to bring those pesky shelters for added coverage. 

    LOWLIGHTS: (1) No restroom drama on the way in, but once you’re past the control building, basic camping reality bites; (2) Ancient shelter and group pavilion are charming in a ‘needs new plumbing’ sort of way; (3) Reaching the camping area involves navigating uneven steps as you won’t be able to drive to your actual campsite, which is great for adventure, but bad for sprained ankles; (4) Feels like a weekend-only myth where the park closes on holidays and deals in ‘control building hours’; and (5) This place is known to be full of litter and in dire need of some ground maintenance, so you might just want to bring an extra garbage bag and a rake to help out.

    Happy Camping!


Guide to Hatboro

Camping near Hatboro, Pennsylvania offers access to the 9,200-acre Nockamixon State Park with its 1,450-acre lake, located approximately 25 miles north. The area experiences average summer temperatures around 85°F and winter lows near 25°F, with peak camping season running April through October. Most sites within a 30-mile radius sit at elevations between 200-600 feet above sea level, creating moderate terrain for both tent and RV setups.

What to do

Disc golf at Boulder Woods: Located 16 miles northwest of Hatboro, the campground features an extensive disc golf course that draws enthusiasts from across the region. "They also have a disc golf course and they rent and sell discs. That's where we fell in love with disc golf," reports Erik W. from Boulder Woods Campground.

Revolutionary War history exploration: Washington Crossing State Park, situated 23 miles east of Hatboro, offers camping with direct access to Revolutionary War historical sites. "Every year, they re-enact Washington's troops crossing the Delaware! It was VERY cold the year I went. To warm up, there is a small visitor's center where they have a reproduction of the famous painting commemorating the moment," shares David S. at Washington Crossing State Park.

Stream exploration with kids: The waterways around Evansburg State Park provide natural play areas just 8 miles from Hatboro. "He's taking to fishing, and wanting to do everything himself, from baiting the hook, to casting the line to throwing rocks at the trout. Needless to say we've spent a great deal of time hiking off the beaten path to find places where there are fish and not other fisherman," writes Andrew C. about his experiences with his young son at Evansburg State Park.

What campers like

Private sites with natural buffers: French Creek State Park offers secluded camping with natural separation between 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 Jen R. at French Creek State Park.

Urban escape without long travel: The proximity to Philadelphia while maintaining a woodland feel appeals to campers at Fort Washington State Park. "Clean, great bathroom and water access. Great trails. Easy to get to. Easy," shares Kerri D. about the group camping options at Fort Washington.

Water recreation options: Nockamixon State Park offers boating, kayaking and fishing opportunities on its large lake. "Great place to picnic fish from land or boat, go for a nice scenic walk, go Kayaking, etc. If you don't own a boat, you can rent one right at the lake," explains J.K. at Nockamixon State Park.

What you should know

Group camping restrictions: Some parks near Hatboro only allow organized group camping rather than individual sites. "Great historical park along Washington's route to Valley Forge - however, camping is group camping by reservation only, not nightly camping for individuals," clarifies Sue C. about Washington Crossing State Park.

Site conditions vary significantly: The terrain in this region can create challenges during wet weather. "Don't come if you're in a tent and it has been or will rain. It becomes flooded or turns into a mud pit," warns LU D. about conditions at Tohickon Family Campground.

Limited pet-friendly options: Only specific camping areas allow pets in most parks. "Loop C is the only dog friendly loop in the campground," points out Ellen C. about French Creek State Park, reflecting a common limitation across the region's parks.

Tips for camping with families

Playgrounds and dedicated kid areas: Boulder Woods Campground offers multiple recreation options for children. "They have so much to do for kids!" notes Shannon C., making it suitable for families seeking structured activities close to Hatboro.

Nature education opportunities: Evansburg State Park provides accessible outdoor learning experiences. "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'," shares Andrew C. at Evansburg State Park.

Cabin alternatives for easier family camping: For families not ready for tent camping, several parks offer cabin options. "The cabins are full electric with heat and are well appointed. It was an excellent fall trip location for a family with young children," reports John S. about Nockamixon State Park cabins.

Tips from RVers

Site dimensions and access challenges: Many campgrounds in the area have tight access for larger RVs. "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," advises Erik W. about Boulder Woods Campground.

Full hookup availability at Village Scene: Located 8 miles northwest of Hatboro, this park offers complete RV services. "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!" shares Linda F. from Village Scene Park.

Seasonal campground operations: Most RV-friendly campgrounds in the region operate on limited schedules. "Stayed over for one night in early December. Showers and bathrooms were great! If you're traveling through, there are many places to eat nearby," reports Galit P. about French Creek State Park's winter camping availability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any free or low-cost camping sites near Hatboro?

Several free overnight parking options exist near Hatboro for budget-conscious campers. Walmart — Phillipsburg Supercenter offers a spacious lot with ample room for overnight parking. Cracker Barrel — Clinton provides another economical option with its sheltered roadside location. For those willing to drive a bit farther, Tohickon Valley County Park offers affordable camping with basic amenities. Always call ahead to confirm current overnight parking policies, as these can change without notice.

What are the best campgrounds near Hatboro, PA?

The Philadelphia area offers several quality camping options near Hatboro. Philadelphia-West Chester KOA stands out with its convenient location in beautiful Pennsylvania countryside, offering a great base for exploring Philly despite the narrow, windy access roads. For a more natural experience, French Creek State Park Campground provides excellent facilities in a serene forest setting with hiking trails and water activities. Fort Washington State Park is another good option, offering reservable sites with basic amenities in a convenient location.

What amenities are available at Hatboro area campgrounds?

Campgrounds near Hatboro offer varying amenities to suit different camping styles. Village Scene Park provides a unique experience in a suburban setting with RV hookups and basic facilities. Blue Rocks Family Campground features wooded sites nestled in rolling hills just below the Appalachian Trail, offering a more natural setting with standard campground amenities. For those seeking water recreation, Atsion Family Camp in Wharton State Forest offers beautiful waterfront sites perfect for kayakers with convenient launch points. Most established campgrounds in the area provide fire rings, picnic tables, and access to restroom facilities.