Top Tent Camping near Holtwood, PA

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Best Tent Sites Near Holtwood, PA (17)

    Camper-submitted photo from Hibernia County Park
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    Hibernia County Park

    8 Reviews
    14 Photos
    99 Saves
    Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    The campground is open Friday and Saturday nights only. Two camping units are permitted at each site, one unit must be a tent. Sleeping in personal vehicles is not permitted.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Equestrian

    $15 - $50 / night

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    Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area

    18 Reviews
    94 Photos
    153 Saves
    Catonsville, Maryland

    Hilton is a place for kids of all ages to play and explore. Located off Hilton Avenue, this area is within walking distance for many residents in Catonsville. A popular spot for afternoon walks and morning workouts, the trails are active with local residents and visitors from far away.

    You can also gain access to the Patapsco River by traveling down into the river valley along the Forest Glen Trail. This trail follows the Saw Mill Branch Stream and can connect with several trails to make for very interesting hiking adventures. The area also has a small campground with six mini-cabins and 12 basic campsites.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $20 - $51 / night

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      Mill Creek Camping Area

      1 Review
      10 Saves
      Lancaster, Pennsylvania

      This primitive tent-only camping area spans 10 acres and has five campsites; each with a picnic table and fire ring.

      The Mill Creek Camping Area is located in the southern end of Lancaster County Central Park, in the woods and fields behind the Environmental Center. A driveway leads from Eshelman Mill Road to the camping area parking lot. It is bordered on the west by Mill Creek and includes both woodland and grassy areas.

      A permit is required to camp. The maximum stay at the Mill Creek Camping Area is 7 consecutive days (6 nights), followed by a 7 day absence. View the camping brochure for more information.

      Parking: Please park your vehicle in the cul-de- sac area. No parking is permitted at the campsites. • Water: Water spigots are located next to Campsite #2 and near Campsite #5. • Electricity: There is no electricity in the camping area. • Restrooms: A port-a-pot is provided near the parking area. Full-service restrooms are available at the Environmental Center from 8 am - dusk. Please note there are no shower facilities. • Trash: Please place all trash in the trash receptacles provided in the cul-de-sac or take it with you. • Fire Rings: Each campsite is equipped with a fire ring. Fires are permitted only in the provided fire rings. • Firewood: A cooking pile of firewood (10-12 pieces) may be purchased for $10. Any dead wood on the ground may be used for fires. The cutting of standing trees and operation of chain saws is not permitted.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Trash

      $23 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Group Camp — Ridley Creek State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Group Camp — Ridley Creek State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Group Camp — Ridley Creek State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Group Camp — Ridley Creek State Park
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      Group Camp — Ridley Creek State Park

      10 Reviews
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      181 Saves
      Gradyville, Pennsylvania

      Group Camping only by arrangement/reservation

      Qualified organized groups can use the 120-person area from April to October. A restroom with flush toilets, but no showers, is available.

      To reserve a group tent campsite, call 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757), Monday to Saturday, 7:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. except on the Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day holidays.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      • Tents
      Camper-submitted photo from Blackbird State Forest Campground
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      Blackbird State Forest Campground

      5 Reviews
      19 Photos
      90 Saves
      Townsend, Delaware

      Open for camping 365 days a year at a cost of $25 per night per site. Online reservations only and credit card is required. Blackbird State Forest, located on the border of New Castle and Kent Counties, is Delaware's northernmost state forest. It is only a 30-minute commute from Wilmington and Newark. The ten tracts of Blackbird State Forest are open year-round at no cost to the public for nature walks, hiking, jogging, and horseback riding. The forest features a 1/2-mile, wheelchair-accessible wildlife and nature interpretation trail on the Tybout Tract as well as the Blackbird Education Center on the Meadows Tract.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • ADA Access
      • Tents
      • Group

      $25 / night

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        Greystone Manor Backyard Camping

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        Concord, Pennsylvania

        At Greystone Manor Victorian Inn in the village of Bird in Hand, Pennsylvania, our property sports a large, open backyard that is a nice spot for tent camping. Breakfast is on us! - We serve a custom, hot breakfast for all on-site guests in our Victorian dining room every morning.

        • Fires
        • Phone Service
        • Reservable
        • Tents
        • Trash
        • Picnic Table

        $25 - $50 / night

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          Lower Allen Community Park

          1 Review
          10 Saves
          Lewisberry, Pennsylvania

          Nestled on 110 acres of rolling land, Lower Allen Community Park (LACP) is in the southern part of the Township at 4075 Lisburn Road. It is an ideal location for retreats or meetings, weddings, parties, picnics, family reunions, athletic games and tournaments, special events, or just to simply enjoy family or some quiet time alone. In 2008, Capital Blue Cross and Central Penn Parent Magazine readers awarded LACP as the Second Best Park/Playground.

          The park offers pavilions, play areas, camp sites and numerous athletic fields for rent.

          The Camping area is located on the banks of the Yellow Breeches Creek and is perfect for anyone who likes to get back to nature. These “primitive” camp sites are available for tent camping. A nature trail, which winds its way through park pointing out native flowers and foliage, sets the backdrop for your camping getaway.

          • Pets
          • Fires
          • Phone Service
          • Tents
          • Group
          • Cabins

          $10 - $25 / night

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        Recent Tent Reviews In Holtwood

        801 Reviews of 17 Holtwood Campgrounds


        • Camper-submitted photo from Codorus State Park Campground
          September 15, 2024

          Codorus State Park Campground

          Convenient escape!

          I've stayed at Cordorus a number of times as it's not too far away for a weekend getaway.  Last time was in Sept. 2023 when some tropical storm poured rain for three days. I'm booked for next weekend now in Sept. 2024, so I hope it's a dry one.  I pulled up The Dyrt to see if anything has changed, but I see it's still the great place it always is.

          I usually end up in a dry site as I book late and the electric sites are all filled.

        • Camper-submitted photo from Codorus State Park Campground
          September 8, 2024

          Codorus State Park Campground

          Enjoyable & comfortable

          Codorus state campground provided a comfortable and quiet stay.  The trailer sites in loop C are spacious enough with plenty of shades and trees. The open field pet friendly sites are also large but provide no shade and it gets hot!  You can feel the difference between these sites and the interior loop sites.  No cross winds, no breeze, just hot!  The trails from

          Campground are ok for a short walk, not much of a lake view but mostly shaded trail.  The pool is conveniently located maybe even walking distance for some.  But be advised, this is a public pool open to everyone and folks start showing up at 7am, separate entrance road and entry fee was around $10 pp. The lake is great!  Lovely areas to relax and explore.  No swimming allowed anywhere but you can find places to sneak a dip 😉 just look past marina near state park public recreation area.  The park staff won’t give you a hard time they just ask that you don’t go further than waist deep. It is a very large lake.  We highly recommend that you rent a pontoon boat to head out and explore!  Very worth it!  All grounds and areas are clean and kept in great condition.

        • Camper-submitted photo from Hersheypark Camping Resort
          September 7, 2024

          Hersheypark Camping Resort

          Excellent staff clean and level sites

          We stay here once a year. Always a good experience. Our site was very spacious. Close to area attractions. Shuttle bus yo the park and arena.

        • Camper-submitted photo from French Creek State Park Campground
          September 2, 2024

          French Creek State Park Campground

          Excellent State Park campground

          We stayed in loop C that allows pets. Very spacious sites. The paved parking spot was tight but a short walk down to the spacious fire pit picnic table area.

        • Camper-submitted photo from Philadelphia-West Chester KOA
          August 14, 2024

          Philadelphia-West Chester KOA

          Persied Peak Watch

          I'd have stayed at a different site on different conditions, but they have a spot for just about anything, from what I could tell. Staff and grounds are awesome!

        • Camper-submitted photo from Hollofield Area Campground
          August 11, 2024

          Hollofield Area Campground

          Nice place to camp

          This campground is pleasant, but the sites are situated quite close to one another. The camping area is away from the main parts of the park through gates, so you won't be bothered by non-camp traffic. A few hiking trails lead to many more extended trails, but it is a steep slope down to the river.

        • Camper-submitted photo from Beacon Hill Camping
          July 27, 2024

          Beacon Hill Camping

          Small, but nice quiet campground w/ good services

          Stayed 2 nights. Located w/in walking distance of small town of Intercourse, PA, with plenty of shopping and Amish crafts. Very friendly people. Inexpensive stay.

        • Camper-submitted photo from Hersheypark Camping Resort
          July 12, 2024

          Hersheypark Camping Resort

          Nice location close to the park

          When we first checked in at the resort, we enjoyed the easy check-in and the location was an easy to get to location. After checking in, we drove all around the campground just to get to our site which is a little out-of-the-way, but it was manageable. Our site was very unlevel, but we made it work. We did like being at the end of the road therefore there was less traffic coming through. we didn’t have a neighbor who had a lot more tents than they were supposed to have on their site and they were slowly encroaching on our site. We loved how our kids were able to walk to the playground and play every day before our outings. The campground had two pools and a child’s pool the pools seemed to be slightly under maintained the last day. It had a weird smell, which I believe the chlorine levels were not correct. However, we still enjoyed our time here and went to the pool almost every day at the end of the day off. It was one of the hottest days of the year. I feel like we still had a great time and enjoyed the camp. The trolley was a great addition to getting to and from the Hershey attractions

        • Camper-submitted photo from Pequea Creek Campground
          July 9, 2024

          Pequea Creek Campground

          Peaceful, beautiful location

          Beautiful picturesque campground with large spots and a lot of trees. Very quiet and close enough to Lancaster for shopping. 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.

          Bath house is located at top of steep hill and bathrooms were not very clean. So if you don’t have a camper to use, you might not like the bath house situation.

          I would definitely stay here again due to the beauty and quietness of the camp sites. Thanks Lori and John for a great 4th of July extended weekend!

        • Camper-submitted photo from Hersheypark Camping Resort
          July 3, 2024

          Hersheypark Camping Resort

          Very tight spots and dirty!!

          This RV camping spot has been my least liked place we have ever stayed.we stayed in a RV site so I can only speak to that and not cabins. The ONLY good thing this RV park has going is the Hersey park bus that runs all day back and forth. Even though the bus is very loud and drives very close to the sites, so it is a constant disturbance too if your looking for some calm and quietness. This is not the right RV park if you want quite! 

          These RV sites are the tightest I have ever seen. So tight that the people next to you using a picnic table or fire ring are 3-4 feet from your camper. We didn’t even use our fire pit and table because it felt so incredibly close to our neighbor. Inside our camper I could hear every word of the people next to us who were using their fire ring, it was directly outside my bedroom slide. I saw several people including us being asked to move trucks just so you can get into position to hook up and pull out of your spot!

           And the sites are dirty! Littered with cigarette butts, trash, old rusty batteries! This place looks and feels like a dirty trailer park! There were several sites that looked like the campers had been living there a long time, clothes lines strung up from trees, cluttered mess of personal belongings. We will never stay here again after experiencing it. The website does not show the true picture!!

        • Camper-submitted photo from Susquehanna State Park Campground
          June 30, 2024

          Susquehanna State Park Campground

          Good State Park

          We camped here to hike and visit Havre de Grace. For a State Park it's pretty nice. We have a tiny camper so we stayed on the Acorn loop which has a few sites with power. Our site was really good and I love that it had it's own access to the bathrooms. Quite a few of the inner loop sites do. If you're a tent camper Acorn has some very private and secluded sites. Beechnut sites are more open and close to the road. It also seemed more crowded and noisy over there. There is a hiking trail right off Acorn loop which was nice, with options for easy or difficult. The staff were super friendly and the bathrooms were kept clean. There was quite a bit of poison ivy though and we had to keep the dogs on tight leashes. Phone service is very spotty but if you wander around Beechnut you can pick some up. Lots of great hiking and there are a couple of great tubing and fishing areas. I would camp there again.

        • Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Hershey
          June 30, 2024

          Thousand Trails Hershey

          Overall nice

          This is a first come first serve campground in terms of picking sites. I made a reservation months in advance, but it only guaranteed me a site. By the time I arrived all the full hookups were taken and I was stuck with a water and electric which is the same price as full hookup apparently. I did manage to find a nice spot which had no other sites on either side. It has plenty of grass and the hookups were close. It’s a very large campground, but the pool was clean and nice. They offer tons of activities too on the weekends at least. We stayed here for chocolate world and it was about a 20 minute drive to there. The only negative was the first come First serve for sites and paying the same as a full hookup site.

        • Camper-submitted photo from French Creek State Park Campground
          June 24, 2024

          French Creek State Park Campground

          Unique campsites

          Staying in C loop and here are some tips. If you want starlink, stay toward the entrance of the loop for a good view of the sky. If you want to be away from everyone and don't need a site that has good accessibility, stay in C27. You park at the top of the site and walk your tent and gear down a small slope where you can set up your tent. A little further down is a large-ish area with a fire pit and table. You can't see the roady from there and it looks like a great place to get away from it all! 

          Other sites around C27 have similar set-ups but not so far off the road.

        • Camper-submitted photo from Artillery Ridge Campground
          June 19, 2024

          Artillery Ridge Campground

          Camping as close to history as you can get

          Spent a weekend at Gettysburg. We camped at Artillery Ridge Campground, which served as an artillery storage/staging area for the Union during the battle. Behind the campsite we stayed at, we learned connected to Stangler Farm, which served as a hospital for the wounded. Literally right outside the entrance of the campgrounds is where the battlefield starts. So close to history. We have been to Gettysburg before, but going with the kids again being older, we all had a greater appreciation of the sacrifice of this 3-day battle. We did Park Ranger tours to learn about the 1st shot and how the war started to stand in the footsteps of General Buford at Senitary Ridge in the cupola overseeing the battlefield. Later in the day we took a horse carriage ride through the battlefields, Picketts Charge and the peach orchard with a private guide to learn every ounce of the battlefield and the major players to learn about the 3 days of fighting that took place to how the civilians of Gettysburg were impacted. The three day battle claimed over 50,000 lives and we toured the town of Gettysburg to learn how the community had to deal with the aftermath of the masses who perished, the smell which went on for over 30 miles and limited resources such as clean water. It's amazing to see how history was so preserved but right across the street from battlefields where so many died stands fast food restaurants, and hotels. A little surreal. Would definitely recommend a ride out to Gettysburg and this campground, which is right next to the battlefields. Clean facilities. If you are into horses, this is the place for you! Though sites are not very private, everyone is very respectful, and you are not on top of each other. Quiet hours are observed, which is nice too. Store has a great variety of souviners, treats, and emergency camping items. You can't get any closer to history than here. Would definitely recommend if you are looking to visit Gettysburg.

        • Camper-submitted photo from Otter Creek Campground
          June 7, 2024

          Otter Creek Campground

          FANTASTIC Campground!!

          FANTASTIC Campground!! Its close proximity to the Susquehanna River, Otter Creek, and the Mason Dixon Trail is absolutely ideal! Sites are spacious and nice! Restrooms clean! Showers good; cost 50¢ for 6 min, but that's fine...ensures enough hot water for everyone and no waste. Most of all, I really liked the campground managers, Scott and Mandy!! They are extremely helpful and friendly, and all around great people!!

        • Camper-submitted photo from Artillery Ridge Campground
          June 4, 2024

          Artillery Ridge Campground

          Quiet , Family friendly with nice amenities

          Nice pull through site for out 21ft popup. Site was pretty level. Pool , mini golf and live music were great. Also amazing location to the battlefield and all the tourist attractions. My family and I will be coming back again for another stay.

        • Camper-submitted photo from Old Mill Stream Campground
          June 3, 2024

          Old Mill Stream Campground

          Super relaxing and easy camping

          My husband stayed here as a kid and wanted to revisit it. It was a great stay! Very easy going place and so well kept up. Some of the cleanest camp bathrooms and showers I have seen. A small amusement park to the side (very local and quiet sound never bothered us) and a small creek to the back of it. Off a busy road but never heard any traffic at all - guess they are far enough away. Was a tranquil little spot right in the thick of it so kind of perfect! Peaceful grounds and friendly people. Pretty perfect and highly recommend. Weather was sublime. Easy to drive to bird in hand too!

        • Camper-submitted photo from Pequea Creek Campground
          May 14, 2024

          Pequea Creek Campground

          Loved our stay!

          Lori was great with booking process, the general store has ice, and anything else you could forget. They deliver firewood to your site. We brought our 7 year old and we visited the playgrounds, hiked the trails and explored the creek area. Boat ramp near by, we had site 54 which was nice and private. Site had fire ring, picnic table, water and electric. 25 mins from dt Lancaster which we visited as well. I’d definitely stay there again.

        • Camper-submitted photo from Ramblin' Pines
          May 1, 2024

          Ramblin' Pines

          Very nice campground

          Everything is everything is well maintained. The sites are clean and level. Plenty of activities on site. And a live band on the weekends. Also close driving distance to many towns and cities.

        • Camper-submitted photo from Lums Pond State Park Campground
          April 29, 2024

          Lums Pond State Park Campground

          Great place to hike

          Had a nice time camping for two nights. If you like small breweries, about 20 minutes away is Stewarts Brewpub. They have been around since the 1990s!

        • Camper-submitted photo from Lums Pond State Park Campground
          April 17, 2024

          Lums Pond State Park Campground

          Great Campground some wuitks

          Great secluded campground, peaceful. Great bath houses, always super clean.

          Some engineering genious put the bath houses furthest from the people that need them most. Tent campers….keep your shoes handy, its a hike. Meanwhile Mr and Mrs 12 slideout supernova with 5 bathrooms and a washer/dryer get the closest spot to a quick potty/shower break.

        • Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Hershey
          April 15, 2024

          Thousand Trails Hershey

          friendly & easy check inn

          Thousand Trails Hershey is huge! Sites were first come, first served which was a little weird for us but wasn’t a problem. Sites came with full hook ups, picnic table and fire pit. The bathhouse was clean, but the water was the kind that you had to push and hold the lever in order for the water to run. Doing this during a shower is pretty inconvenient. The park has a ton of amenities that I imagine are great for long termers, but for us being a. Quick stay, we often pick places on having the convenience of a bathroom and when that’s not convenient 🤷🏻‍♀️. Also, upon check in you are given several pieces of paper explaining all of the rules which I found a little much and just not necessary. Overall, it was a clean and picturesque campground.

          recs: 🍫 Hershey- Chocolate World (just the store!) 🍺 Tröegs Brewery

        • Camper-submitted photo from Lancaster-New Holland KOA
          April 5, 2024

          Lancaster-New Holland KOA

          Quiet and Simple in a good way

          The campground is very clean, nice spots with gravel and nice views. The store was stocked well with essentials, and the women running the store was very helpful and friendly. The campground is very well lit and can be navigated easily at night. The bathhouse was clean and only 1 bout of cold water why showering but a quick on and off of the water did the trick. The only downfall for us was the limited things to do with a child. They have a swinger but nothing else. It's hard to entertain on rainy days.



        Guide to Holtwood

        Camping near Holtwood, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking to relax by the water or explore nature trails, there’s something for every type of camper.

        What to do

        • Hiking and Trails: There are great hiking options nearby. One camper mentioned, “There is a hiking trail right off Acorn loop which was nice, with options for easy or difficult” at Susquehanna State Park Campground.
        • Fishing: The Susquehanna River is perfect for fishing. A review noted, “Great hiking and fishing throughout the area” at Elk Neck State Park Campground.
        • Water Activities: If you enjoy boating, check out the lake at Codorus State Park Campground. One visitor said, “The lake is great! Lovely areas to relax and explore.”

        What campers like

        • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate cleanliness. A review for Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground stated, “The restrooms at this park, while they are older, they are clean and pretty much in good order.”
        • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the spacious sites. One camper at Codorus State Park Campground mentioned, “The trailer sites in loop C are spacious enough with plenty of shades and trees.”
        • Family-Friendly Activities: Families love the activities available. A review for Hersheypark Camping Resort highlighted, “The campground had two pools and a child’s pool.”

        What you should know

        • Busy Weekends: Expect crowds on weekends. A visitor at Susquehanna State Park Campground noted, “Stayed here recently for 2 nights... Lots and lots of family and multi-family groups.”
        • Site Conditions: Some sites can be uneven. A camper at Circle M RV and Camping Resort mentioned, “The sites are uneven. Must have leveling blocks.”
        • Limited Cell Service: Be prepared for spotty cell service. A review for Merry Meadows Recreation Farm stated, “Had to walk up the hill to get any cell service.”

        Tips for camping with families

        • Playgrounds and Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds. One family enjoyed, “Our site was directly in front of a small playground with a slide, swings, and monkey bars” at Elk Neck State Park Campground.
        • Plan for Crowds: If you’re camping on weekends, arrive early to secure a good spot. A camper at Hersheypark Camping Resort mentioned, “The spots are a little small, at least in the section where we stayed.”
        • Bring Outdoor Games: Keep kids entertained with outdoor games. A visitor at Lake-In-Wood Campground said, “There is a kiddie pool, as well as an indoor/outdoor pool.”

        Tips from RVers

        • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to check site sizes before booking. A review for Thousand Trails Hershey noted, “The sites came with full hookups, picnic table, and fire pit.”
        • Be Ready for Tight Spaces: Some campgrounds have tight spaces. A camper at Circle M RV and Camping Resort mentioned, “The place was packed, the lots were cramped up.”
        • Plan for Amenities: Look for campgrounds with good amenities. A review for Lake-In-Wood Campground stated, “The campground is very well maintained, and the staff is very nice.”

        Camping near Holtwood, Pennsylvania, offers a variety of experiences, from family-friendly activities to serene nature spots. Whether you're in an RV or tent, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

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          According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Holtwood, PA is Susquehannock State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 6 reviews.

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