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TravelerDogwood Acres Campground
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The staff here are amazing. Quiet time is respected, clean campground. Will come again.
Tent Camping near Hopewell, PA
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Tent campsites near Hopewell, Pennsylvania offer a mix of established campgrounds and primitive sites along waterways and forested areas. Star Lee Farm provides tent-only camping with three designated sites on private land, while Long Acres on Clover Creek offers secluded tent camping with creek access. Both locations maintain a natural setting with minimal development, allowing campers to experience Pennsylvania's rural landscape without the noise and congestion of larger campgrounds.
Most tent campgrounds in the Hopewell area feature basic amenities suited for self-sufficient campers. Star Lee Farm provides drinking water, showers, toilets, and trash service, though no electrical hookups are available. Long Acres on Clover Creek offers more primitive conditions with toilets and firewood but lacks drinking water facilities. Sites typically have fire rings and some include picnic tables. The terrain varies from open grassy areas to more wooded settings, with relatively flat tent pads. Access is primarily via drive-in routes, though Long Acres also offers walk-in tent sites for those seeking additional privacy.
The tent camping experience near Hopewell provides opportunities for stargazing and nature immersion not available at developed RV parks. The area's tent-only campgrounds offer greater seclusion and natural quiet compared to mixed-use facilities. Proximity to state game lands and hiking trails makes these locations ideal base camps for outdoor recreation. A camper at Long Acres noted, "The secluded area combined with the creek nearby made for a great escape from reality. The stars are so bright out here." Similarly, Star Lee Farm offers expansive fields for stargazing and bee enthusiasts can observe honey production on the property. Cell service can be limited at these tent campgrounds, creating a genuine disconnect from everyday life.
Best Tent Campgrounds near Hopewell (19)
1. Nancy's Boat To Shore Campground (PA)
"They are in an area of the lake that has a lot of boat traffic, the waterfront spots usually book a few weeks in advance and are in a wake zone. There is mooring along both sides of the campground."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $15 / night
2. STAR LEE FARM
"There's a huge field to start gaze as well as taking pictures, lots of hiking and if you're a bee enthusiast they grow their own honey in the property and you're more than welcome to walk around and look"
"We're so happy to welcome this new property to our platform. Check them out, and come back here to leave them some love."
3. Warriors Path State Park Campground
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $72 / night
4. Long Acres on Clover Creek
"The secluded area combined with the creek nearby made for a great escape from reality. The stars are so bright out here and the tent was absolutely fabulous! Definitely 10/10 recommend."
Check AvailabilityAvailable this weekend
from $25 - $65 / night
5. Nancys Camp
6. Valley Campground
7. green ridge state forest
"It’s first come first serve but if Hq is closed you can sign up on a clipboard outside. This is about 30 minutes from the forest itself depending on which site you get."
"Went for a walk in the morning, lots of birdsong. A bit of road noise from the nearby highways but didn’t hear anything at night."
from $10 / night
8. Paw Paw Tunnel Campground — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
"Basic tent camping sites. Portable bathroom facilities only. Only a mile from the historic paw paw tunnel. Tunnel is very fun to travel through. Kids and adults alike enjoy the tunnel."
"Close to the Paw Paw Tunnel towpath. The Portapotties were in bad shape, but it was winter so hopefully they get serviced more often in season."
8 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 / night
9. Cacapon Junction Hiker-biker Overnight (hbo) Campsite
10. Wilson Boondock Hollow
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $50 / night
Drive Time
- 38 min from Altoona, PA
- 1 hr from Chambersburg, PA
- 1 hr 4 min from Johnstown, PA
- 1 hr 7 min from Hagerstown, MD
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Tent Camping Reviews near Hopewell, PA
648 Reviews of 19 Hopewell Campgrounds
Matt S.
LegendLake Raystown Resort and Lodge
Enormous property, but...
We spent a long weekend for walks in the woods, seeing the fall colors, and all around a huge lake.
What We Liked:
- Even though the sites are sloped, they’re huge. I like that a lot.
- This property is enormous. They have a marina on the lake, a wedding facility, conference center, lots of cabins which look pretty good, and tent sites in addition to the RV sites. Go say hi to the goats behind the store. The property is amazing!
- If you’re interested, it’s a 90-minute drive to the Flight 93 Memorial— well worth the trip!
Things to Keep in Mind:
- The roads getting there are like a roller coaster. This isn’t the resort’s fault, but something you need to know if you’re going there.
- The sites are sloped. Took several blocks to get even close to level. I may be spoiled, but I really appreciate a level site.
- No sewer connection. There’s a dump station available, but just know the sites are water and electric only.
Would We Return?
- Probably not. It’s not fun driving in that area and there’s nothing much to do in the area.
- WWill W.
GuideCrooked Run Campground — Prince Gallitzin State Park
Very large CG. I car camped at site 066 (with electric) in mid-October and CG was 3/4 empty. Nice location on Glendale Lake with a beach and boat activities (for warmer months). Showers had no hot water but facilities were nice. Very little separation between sites. Nearby hunters discharging guns into evening hours.
- nnancy H.Guide
Hosack Run
Quiet & Dog friendly - 20minutes from Gettysburg Battfields
This pet friendly campground in Caledonia State Park is .8 miles from the larger Chinquapin campground (no pets), ranger station and swimming pool. Our site #171 was level, paved, full hook ups and next to modern clean bathrooms with flush toilets, warm showers and outside dish washing sinks. Many available sites with and without services on a Sunday in October. There were a good number of friendly, tidy, long term campers with large wall tents. (They allow 21 day stays after Labor Day)
Crystal M.
ScoutGreen Ridge State Forest
Great primitive camping
Beautiful area. Very primitive, which is great. Roads were fairly decent to the campsite. Didn't stay near the water and no mountain view but still nice. Had a nice trail into the woods.
- MMichael S.Scout
Stoney Creek Campground
Great weekend stay with a large group of pals
The owners are friendly and te store is stocked and makes great camping/diner food. Well priced, and easy to get around. Bathrooms are solid and clean, with fast hot water!
Jill S.ScoutFifteen Mile Campground — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
Safe, clean, and beautiful!
The campground is a nice size with enough space between sites to feel as though you have some privacy.
We reserved site 4 online but someone had set up there when we arrived. Site 6 was open and it had a better view anyway and was farther away from the toilets, so we didn’t mind.
The boat launch is right there which we planned to paddle board in the morning, but got rained out. The river looks really nice and clean though.
Tables and fire pits are a great size. We saw some gorgeous stars as there isn’t any light pollution.
It’s only half hour from Berkeley Springs, so fill up your spring water for free there and then come enjoy the campsite!
Will definitely return.
- JJ S.Traveler
Green Ridge State Forest
Secluded Site
This was my second time staying at Greenridge in my twenty foot Dodge Ram RV van. This was a convenient first stop on my trip to Yellowstone NP. I arrived mid afternoon on a Saturday in August and there were plenty of sites available.
The sites are spaced apart and while I could see other sites were occupied as I drove to mine, I did not see or hear other people the entire length of my stay.
The dirt road leading to the site was well maintained and in good shape despite recent heavy rain.
The site was just few miles from the highway, making it easy for me to continue my journey the next morning.
Ari A.LegendRocky Gap State Park Campground
Quiet campground with private sites
This quiet campground has plenty of wooded campsites that offer privacy to campers. We were in the electric loop and it can be a bit tight if your rig is larger, and also you need to be prepared to level your rig in several different directions. But all in all, it was a great spot for an overnight day and we even got to check out some of the trails. Very nice park overall.
Guide to Hopewell
Tent camping options surrounding Hopewell, Pennsylvania feature a mix of primitive sites and established campgrounds within the Allegheny region. The area sits at approximately 1,200 feet elevation with forested valleys and ridges typical of the Appalachian foothills. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, with summer highs reaching the mid-80s and winter lows often below freezing, requiring campers to prepare accordingly for their specific camping season.
What to do
Explore historic tunnels and towpaths: The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park offers unique camping with access to historic infrastructure. A camper at Paw Paw Tunnel Campground notes, "Only a mile from the historic paw paw tunnel. Tunnel is very fun to travel through. Kids and adults alike enjoy the tunnel. Tunnel is always nice and cool refreshing during a long bike ride or hike on a hot day."
Waterfront activities: Boat-accessed campsites provide unique opportunities for water-based recreation. At Nancy's Boat To Shore Campground, a reviewer explains, "These campsites are accessible by boat ONLY! They are in an area of the lake that has a lot of boat traffic, the waterfront spots usually book a few weeks in advance and are in a wake zone."
Wildlife observation: Several campgrounds near Hopewell offer chances to observe local fauna in natural settings. Campers can watch honey production at select sites or enjoy bird watching along creek beds and forest edges.
What campers like
Dark sky viewing: The minimal light pollution at several Hopewell area campgrounds creates excellent stargazing conditions. A visitor to Opequon Junction appreciated the "Gorgeous spot just off the trail and 50 meters from the Potomac."
Creek access: Water features enhance many camping experiences in the region. One camper at Jordan Junction noted, "Good site, has the necessities. Water, Porta p, fire pit. What else do you really need? Want to rinse off? Jump into the Potomac for a swim."
Privacy between sites: Many smaller campgrounds in the area provide adequate separation between campsites. A Star Lee Farm visitor commented, "Place was very pretty and secluded. And customer service was excellent. There's a huge field to star gaze as well as taking pictures, lots of hiking."
What you should know
Limited cell service: Many Hopewell area campgrounds have spotty connectivity. According to a Star Lee Farm reviewer, "Service is a little sketch but it's perfect for those who want to completely escape the business of modern world."
Seasonal facility maintenance: Some campgrounds have different service levels depending on the time of year. A visitor to Paw Paw noted, "The Portapotties were in bad shape, but it was winter so hopefully they get serviced more often in season."
Noise considerations: Proximity to transportation corridors affects some camping locations. A camper at Cacapon Junction simply stated, "Train close by," while another reviewer mentioned highway noise at Paw Paw: "Close and loud."
Tips for camping with families
Bring flashlights for tunnel exploration: When visiting historical features, proper lighting is essential. A Paw Paw Tunnel camper advised, "Make sure to bring some flashlights for inside the tunnel as it is a mile long and gets very dark! Amazing to see the work that the canal builders accomplished."
Consider site location carefully: At boat-access campgrounds, family-friendly experiences vary by site location. At Nancy's Boat To Shore Campground, a camper observed, "Some weekend get slightly loud because of college kids, but most are mindful of younger children if you ask them to keep it down."
Pack sufficient water supplies: Not all campgrounds provide reliable drinking water. At Jordan Junction Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite, basic amenities include "Water, Porta p, fire pit. What else do you really need?"
Tips from RVers
Limited RV accommodations: The best tent camping near Hopewell, Pennsylvania typically lacks extensive RV infrastructure. Only a few campgrounds offer electric hookups suitable for RVs, with Warriors Path State Park being one of the few with both electric and water connections available.
Site surface considerations: RV campers should research ground conditions before arrival. One camper at Paw Paw described "Site surface: Grass" which may present challenges for larger RVs during wet conditions.
Reservation requirements: Many smaller campgrounds near Hopewell require advance booking, particularly for the limited RV-suitable sites. During peak seasons, waterfront locations often book several weeks in advance.
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