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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Holtwood, PA

957 Reviews

Tucquan Park Family Campground welcomes pets at its family-oriented site near Holtwood. Campers can bring dogs to tent sites, RV spaces, cabins, and glamping accommodations throughout the property. Muddy Run Recreation Park also accommodates pets with multiple access options including boat-in, drive-in, and walk-in camping areas. Both campgrounds enforce on-leash policies in common areas, with designated pet exercise zones available. Full-hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections provide convenience for RV campers traveling with pets. Primitive tent sites in wooded sections offer more natural settings for dogs who enjoy forest environments. Pet waste stations are positioned throughout both properties, and campers must bring proof of current vaccinations. Bathhouses and shower facilities remain accessible to campers with pets, though animals are not permitted inside these structures. The campground playgrounds remain popular with families while designated pet areas help maintain separation between play zones and animal relief areas.

Hiking trails surrounding Tucquan Park provide excellent opportunities for dog walking, with the on-site trail system particularly popular among pet owners. The small fishing pond at Tucquan allows leashed dogs at the shoreline but not in the water itself. Staff members are notably accommodating to campers with pets, providing information about nearby veterinary services in Lancaster County, approximately 20 minutes from the campgrounds. During summer months when temperatures frequently exceed 85°F, shaded campsites become premium options for pet owners concerned about heat exposure. Wildlife encounters remain common in the area, so campers should maintain control of pets, particularly during dawn and dusk hours when deer activity peaks. The campground environment stays relatively quiet with enforced quiet hours that help prevent excessive barking issues. Seasonal campers report the most success with dogs in spring and fall when humidity levels decrease and hiking conditions improve for pets and owners alike.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Holtwood, Pennsylvania (95)

    1. Pequea Creek Campground

    14 Reviews
    Pequea, PA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 284-4587

    "Pet friendly and very lush with greenery."

    "Covered bridges and road side shopping are close by. Enjoyed river tubing which is close by to this campground. Music bingo on Saturday night was so much fun. Owners are very nice and helpful."

    2. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Quarryville

    19 Reviews
    Quarryville, PA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 610-4505

    "So we make sure to get close spots so we can walk. You can bring pets but we choose not to as we are not at the camp much. We do go fishing while we are here and my daughter loves this place"

    "We stayed here in November with beautiful weather which meant the large farm behind the campground was spraying manure over their fields. We could smell it."

    3. Tucquan Park Family Campground

    12 Reviews
    Holtwood, PA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 284-2156

    "There was a lot of space so walking our dogs was great. The smaller bathroom stalls are pretty small but got the job done. Playground and pool were both nice and clean. Wonderful place for a family."

    "Highly recommend staying here with lots of close hiking trails within driving distance."

    4. Muddy Run Rec Park - PPL

    11 Reviews
    Holtwood, PA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 284-4325

    "The large lake is great for a day of kayaking and fishing with supplies readily available for rent at the boat dock store."

    "The observatory is open to public once a month, we recommend you plan your trip around this."

    5. Otter Creek Campground

    10 Reviews
    Pequea, PA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 862-3628

    "Pet friendly!"

    "Just down the road about a mile or so was the Indian Steps Museum which is owned by York Conservation Society."

    6. Thousand Trails Circle M

    19 Reviews
    Millersville, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Close to Lancaster for necessities and great proximity to Baltimore and Philadelphia for day trips."

    "I used to stay here all the time with my grandparents when they were around. It was always some of the best times for me."

    7. Old Mill Stream Campground

    16 Reviews
    Lampeter, PA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 299-2314

    "Tent sites are lined up along the water which is great for fishing (especially when you need to stay close to the littles sleeping in the tent). Lots of benches lined up along the water."

    "Not to noisy being next to a theme park. The bath house was just remodeled so it's excellent! Good price!"

    8. Susquehannock State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Drumore, PA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 252-1134

    $28 - $72 / night

    "The camping area is small but worth it. a short walk from the scenic overlooks and other hiking trails."

    "Some walk in tent sites. There are lots of long scenic hiking trails down to Deer creek and to the Susquehanna River."

    9. Muddy Run Recreation Park

    5 Reviews
    Holtwood, PA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 284-2538

    $35 / night

    "First the positives: 

    • The free splash pad is perfect for younger kids and felt great on a hot summer day.
    • Boat rentals were cheap and perfectly adequate."

    "Massive lake with rentals, so many hikes available. Events available near by if not in."

    10. Mill Bridge Village & Camp Resort

    14 Reviews
    Concord, PA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 687-8181

    "The site was right next to the creek. Shade is perfect for our dogs.

    Office personnel were so very helpful. Office does close at 4 but that is due to staff shortages."

    "Great, convenient location. Cost friendly considering the location. Clean grounds & maintained sites. Mix of open & shaded sites, all appear to be pretty level, our site was next to stream."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Holtwood, PA

957 Reviews of 95 Holtwood Campgrounds

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Artillery Ridge Campground

    Great location and friendly staff

    We have a motorhome with no additional vehicle and two dogs, and this site couldn’t have been more perfect for us. A dog park, walking distance to most everything we wanted to see. The national park is mostly dog friendly. My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site. The staff was super friendly and welcoming.

  • Melissa F.
    Jul. 21, 2018

    Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    Wish I stayed there under different circumstances.

    The rangers were nice and the campground hosts were sweet. I liked the dish washing sinks outside of the shower houses. The site was nice with the tent pad backing up to the trees. I would rather sleep in a tent any night over a motel room but this time was different. Due to my father passing, me and my daughter stayed there 3 nights. I will be back another time to actually enjoy the lake and being between Lancaster and Gettysburg makes both places easy to access. Next time I will be getting a site away from the group area. It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking. Some of the groups can get rather loud especially when there are a bunch of teens. It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking.

  • L
    Aug. 6, 2018

    Lums Pond State Park Campground

    Very Dog Friendly

    Campground sites are nice and spacious, bathrooms are good, and there’s plenty to do for everyone. We hiked the 7.5mile lake trail with our two pups. It was beautiful and along the way there were opportunities to kayak/sup, beach it, or even play on a ropes course. We always travel with our dogs and this place has the BEST dog park. Big open space with access to lots of water play. We definitely recommend this spot!

  • Chris G.
    Jul. 23, 2019

    Twin Grove RV Resort

    Great campground! Lots of fun

    We loved it here. It accommodates a large family reunion with plenty of space. The campground was well populated but we didn’t feel cramped at all. Super dog friendly. Many little dog parks throughout. Great pool.

  • E
    Aug. 4, 2021

    Lums Pond State Park Campground

    Impromtu tent camping success!

    I was able to book my site the day before the trip. The site itself was set back some, and felt secluded while still being near the parking area.

    Walk to bathrooms and camp store was on the longer side. Firewood was $5 a bundle, but the register wasn't working and they could only take cash.

    The hiking in the immediate area was beautiful, lots of fun trails and wildlife. Fishing, kayaking, zip lining, tons of great activities.

    The firepits have grates over one half, so campfire cooking is a breeze. Cook up and use the provided picnic table for an easy dinner set up.

    The park itself is very dog friendly and most sites had dogs. There is also an off leash dog park at Lum's pond and dog water dishes outside the camp store.

    The showers and bathrooms were incredibly well kept with hot water and stocked supplies. If you didn't feel like walking so far, the tents had a spiget with running water near the parking areas.

    Reception for Verizon was spotty, t mobile was pretty great. Wish there was an ATM on site though I don't think the cash only situation is a normal one for this campground.

    All in all an amazing trip, and I'll be back as soon as possible.

  • Kathy S.
    Oct. 18, 2022

    Jonestown/Hershey KOA

    Beautiful Park

    This camp boasts a stream and beautiful city bridge for water play in the summer and photography in the cooler months. Grounds, bathrooms, showers, playgrounds, dog park, everything. This park is wonderful!

  • Tiffany S.
    May. 15, 2019

    Twin Grove RV Resort

    Beautiful Campground

    Nice campground with well taken care of sites. There is a pond to fish from, a dog park for your furry friend to play at and a few playgrounds for the kids.

  • Tiffany S.
    May. 15, 2019

    Twin Grove RV Resort

    Beautiful Campground

    This is an amazing campground! There are 2 dog parks right next to each other, which is great for your furry friend to be able to run around and play off leash. And for the kids there is an arcade, a ferris wheel and some other rides. On Saturday nights they usually have a band playing on the stage which is really neat. There is also a ice cream place to get a nice cold treat. The RV spots are really nice and well kept.

  • D
    Jun. 5, 2023

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Weekend Trip To Reading

    My family and I stayed at French Creek State Park while attending an event in Reading. The park was clean and well maintained. We stayed in Loop A which had no camp host. The camp hosts were in loops B & C.  We had a full hook up site. The water and electric worked great! The campground was well patrolled by Rangers throughout our stay. The bathhouses appeared to be clean and maintained. The quiet time starts at 9pm and seemed to be followed by most campers. There are numerous hiking trails in the park that seemed to be well marked and maintained. The park is about 20- mins from Reading, and 10 mins from Birdsbroro. There are many stores and restaurants in the area for food and supplies if needed. We had good cellular service with both AT&T and T-Mobile. The one downside was that there was no off leash dog park. We had to take our dog to a dog park in Birdsbroro. We would stay at this park again.

Guide to Holtwood

Discovering pet-friendly camping options near Holtwood, Pennsylvania, allows you to enjoy the great outdoors without leaving your furry friends behind. Here are some excellent campgrounds that welcome pets and offer a variety of amenities and activities.

Pet owners like the spacious and accommodating sites

Dog owners appreciate the variety of activities available

  • Pequea Creek Campground provides access to beautiful hiking trails and a creek, ideal for adventurous pets who love to explore nature.
  • Spring Gulch Resort Campground features amenities like fishing ponds and mini-golf, ensuring fun for the whole family, including your four-legged companions.
  • Lancaster-New Holland KOA offers a peaceful environment with plenty of outdoor space for pets to enjoy while you relax.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include excellent facilities

  • Old Mill Stream Campground boasts clean bathhouses and a small amusement park nearby, making it a convenient choice for families with pets.
  • Otter Creek Campground features spacious sites and friendly staff, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for both pets and their owners.
  • Beacon Hill Camping is a quaint campground with clean facilities and a dog run, perfect for letting your pet stretch their legs.

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