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Best Campgrounds near New Hope, PA

833 Reviews

Camping options around New Hope, Pennsylvania range from family-oriented established campgrounds to rustic sites with water access. The area includes several developed facilities within 20 miles of town, including Tohickon Valley County Park in Pipersville and Ringing Rocks Family Campground in Upper Black Eddy. Most campgrounds in the region accommodate tents, RVs, and cabin rentals, with a few offering yurt options. Washington Crossing State Park typically provides tent and glamping sites but is temporarily closed for 2024. Nockamixon State Park offers cabin rentals with electric hookups and water access points for boating and fishing activities.

Reservations are strongly recommended at all established campgrounds in the area, particularly for weekend stays during the peak season from April through October. Many facilities close or reduce operations between November and March. Campground amenities vary significantly, with some offering full hookups for RVs while others maintain a more primitive experience. Most campgrounds provide basic facilities including restrooms, fire rings, and picnic tables. The terrain throughout the region consists of wooded sites with moderate privacy between campsites. As one camper noted about Ringing Rocks Family Campground, "Sites are decent sized with fire pits and picnic tables, easy access to hiking, convenient to a beautiful vineyard, peaceful region."

Water features represent significant draws for campers in the area. Several campgrounds offer lake or river access, with sites at Round Valley State Park and Atsion Family Campground particularly valued for their proximity to water. A visitor to Atsion noted, "I always get site #8 and it has an amazing view of the lake." Campers regularly mention the peacefulness of the region, though some reviews indicate varying experiences with site privacy and noise levels. Sites near lakes or rivers tend to book quickly, especially during summer months. Spruce Run Recreation Area and Colonial Woods Family Resort provide both water recreation opportunities and developed camping facilities with amenities like showers and electric hookups. Little Red Barn Campground and Mountain View Campground offer similar amenities but in more wooded settings away from water.

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Best Camping Sites Near New Hope, Pennsylvania (119)

    1. Washington Crossing State Park - TEMP CLOSED FOR 2024

    9 Reviews
    Titusville, NJ
    6 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"

    2. Tohickon Valley County Park

    10 Reviews
    Point Pleasant, PA
    9 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."

    3. Round Valley State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    Lebanon, NJ
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (908) 236-6355

    "Once you get to the campground trail it’s pretty easy going on asphalt surface."

    "The crystal-clear water is home to huge lake trout and the forests are bursting with wildlife. The sunsets across the lake are to die for."

    4. Ringing Rocks Family Campground

    13 Reviews
    Kintnersville, PA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 982-5552

    "Store has most, if not all you essentials. ( had to get an extension cord because I forgot one of mine) so, if everything was positive, why did I give it four stars??"

    "There are many beautiful sights around including the Delaware River, ringing rocks Park, and Nockamixon. The park is clean and well-maintained, the facilities are clean as well."

    5. Mountainview Campground

    16 Reviews
    Bloomsbury, NJ
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (908) 996-2953

    "We were kindly escorted to our site (a nice refreshing change from having to wander around to find the sites ourselves), which was the one farthest away from the entrance."

    "Close by to a couple of nice state parks. Cute sheep and goats that wander about during the day! Sweet little spot, we'll definitely be back!"

    6. Nockamixon State Park Cabins

    13 Reviews
    Richlandtown, PA
    17 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."

    7. Colonial Woods Family Resort

    11 Reviews
    Kintnersville, PA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 847-5808

    $52 / night

    "Dump station location isn’t ideal on a busy morning."

    "Just walking around the campground is beautiful. Will definitely come back, the best campground for complete family fun!"

    8. Tohickon Family Campground

    16 Reviews
    Richlandtown, PA
    18 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!!!"

    9. Spruce Run Recreation Area

    15 Reviews
    Bethlehem, NJ
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (908) 638-8572

    "Park employees and park police drive around through the day. Some big groups of campers got a little rowdy at night. The bathrooms were absolutely disgusting."

    "The actual site was nice and was close to the bathrooms. There was plenty of shade as the sun moved throughout the day."

    10. Little Red Barn Campground

    6 Reviews
    Richlandtown, PA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 536-3357

    "Long story short, I spent several days looking for a close-by camp site for us to stay at as it was our first time tent camping."

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833 Reviews of 119 New Hope Campgrounds

  • Sue B.
    Oct. 26, 2025

    AT Group Campsite near Lehigh Gap

    Good site for camping

    Camped here the night before doing Lehigh Gap, it was less than a mile from the parking at Blue Mountain Rd. (Official A.T. parking). The only downside was my sleeping pad sprung a leak, so it wasn't the best night's sleep. But the site itself was great and I would camp there again.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2025

    Boulder Woods Campground

    This is a have to stay campground

    Excellent stay. We spent 2 nights and had 2 sites. Big sites very quiet and the staff I’d exceptional. Even better is the amazing price!

  • Ali P.
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Homestead Campground

    Here for a week

    Beautiful park. Looks like only 2 of the spots are for campers, rest are full time residents. The farther back you go in the park the worse condition the rv are. At time of visit the closest bathroom was under repair, it happens. Aggravating issues: Dump station has no water. People walk their dogs right thru your camp site and then don’t pick up after them.

    But yea, beautiful place

  • 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.

Guide to New Hope

Camping near New Hope, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful retreat, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Hiking and Biking: There are numerous trails around the campgrounds. For instance, at Hickory Run State Park Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "The hiking in the area was gorgeous and pet friendly." This makes it a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts.
  • Fishing: Many campgrounds, like Atsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest, have lakes where you can fish. A visitor noted, "The lake has fishing & boat rentals," making it a perfect spot for anglers.
  • Exploring Nature: Campgrounds like Blue Rocks Family Campground are near beautiful hiking trails. One camper shared, "So much hiking to do within walking distance."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. At French Creek State Park Campground, a reviewer said, "New bathrooms which were clean," highlighting the park's commitment to cleanliness.
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A visitor at Lake-In-Wood Campground mentioned, "The sites appeared to all be a very good size," making it comfortable for families and groups.
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like Camp Taylor Campground have fun activities for kids. One family shared, "The kids are kids!!! They play in the creek, get dirty, build fires and hike on the premises."

What you should know

  • No Alcohol Allowed: Some campgrounds, such as Hickory Run State Park Campground, have strict rules against alcohol. A camper noted, "If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway from the city to quietly enjoy nature....this is not it."
  • Limited Amenities: Campgrounds like Worthington State Forest Campground may not have electric hookups or showers. One reviewer mentioned, "The bathrooms were decently clean and had flush toilets," but noted the lack of other amenities.
  • Busy During Peak Season: Popular spots can get crowded, especially in summer. A visitor at Turkey Swamp Park said, "This is a county park... it attracts a lot of people, especially in summer."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities. At Camp Taylor Campground, one family enjoyed the "small arcade and playground."
  • Plan for Outdoor Fun: Bring games and outdoor toys. A camper at Lake-In-Wood Campground mentioned, "The campground has a Gnome theme... plenty of things to do for all ages."
  • Pack for Comfort: Make sure to bring comfortable sleeping gear. A visitor at Blue Rocks Family Campground said, "The campground is very family-oriented and a great place for a weekend getaway."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Hickory Run State Park Campground mentioned, "The layout sometimes had it where the sites next to yours had their fire ring behind your camper."
  • Be Prepared for Tight Spots: Some campgrounds have narrow roads. A visitor at Lake-In-Wood Campground noted, "Some tight spots to navigate through."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Stock up on essentials before arriving. A camper at Atsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest mentioned, "The roads are soft sand and can get rough after a rain storm."

Camping near New Hope, PA, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is indoor glamping available in New Hope, PA?

Indoor glamping options are limited directly in New Hope, but the area does offer some comfortable alternatives. Mountain Vista Campground provides upgraded accommodations, though true indoor glamping isn't their specialty. For a blend of comfort and convenience, Camp Taylor Campground offers more upscale options within driving distance of New Hope, including access to nearby vineyards. For those seeking indoor accommodations with camping amenities, the cabins at Nockamixon State Park provide a solid alternative with reservation options. Most glamping-style accommodations in the region require advance booking, especially during peak tourist seasons from late spring through early fall.

Where are the best campgrounds near New Hope, PA?

For quality camping near New Hope, consider Colonial Woods Family Resort in Upper Black Eddy, offering full amenities including water, toilets, and spaces for larger RVs. Approximately 30 minutes from New Hope, Tohickon Family Campground provides a family-friendly environment with boat access and drive-in sites. If you're seeking a more rustic experience, Ringing Rocks Family Campground offers beautiful natural surroundings with hiking trails nearby. Those looking for a state park experience can explore Nockamixon State Park, though availability may be limited during peak seasons. Most campgrounds in the area require reservations, especially during summer months.

What hiking trails are available near New Hope camping areas?

The New Hope area offers diverse hiking opportunities for campers. Worthington State Forest Campground in the Delaware Water Gap provides excellent trail access with varying difficulty levels and beautiful river views. Atsion Family Camp in Wharton State Forest features trails through pine forests with water access points perfect for kayakers. Trails near Tohickon Valley County Park offer scenic creek views and moderate hiking challenges. The Delaware Canal State Park towpath provides a flat, accessible trail running through New Hope itself. Most trails in the region are accessible year-round, though spring and fall offer the most comfortable hiking temperatures and impressive seasonal views.

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