Tent camping near Souderton, Pennsylvania provides access to lakes, hills and wooded areas across the region's undulating terrain. Most campgrounds sit at elevations between 300-600 feet above sea level in the Piedmont geological province. Summer nights typically cool to the mid-60s even when daytime temperatures reach the 80s, making sleeping conditions comfortable with proper gear.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: 3 miles from Round Valley State Park Campground, you can cast for trout in the 2,350-acre reservoir. The water is 180 feet deep in the middle and well-stocked. As one camper noted, "Beautiful and quaint..a nice place to get away and enjoy some nature."
Disc golf: Green Lane Park offers a complete course for disc golf enthusiasts of all skill levels. A camper mentioned it has a "Phenomenal disc golf course, hiking, and fishing," making it a versatile destination for outdoor recreation.
Bird watching: Fort Washington State Park provides specialized viewing platforms for spotting migratory birds. "If, like me, you are trying to explore the wonder and splendor of Valley Forge and have stumbled across Fort Washington SP enroute, then what a little gem you have discovered... from this very spot you can view the beautiful raptors that migrate here on a seasonal basis."
What campers like
Wooded seclusion: Most campers appreciate the heavily forested sites at Hibernia County Park. A reviewer described it perfectly: "We LOVE this campground. It's tiny (19 sites in Fiddlers loop), it's quiet, it's heavily wooded. There is NOTHING to do except walk or bike the beautiful trails, spend time on Chamber's Lake, spend time in the hammock and stare at the fire."
Lake access: Campers consistently mention the proximity to water as a highlight. At Boulder Ridge Farm, a reviewer enjoyed the "plenty of fire wood, really cool huge rocks and waking up to owls was awesome."
Easy trails: Many campers value the accessible trail systems. One reviewer at Ridley Creek State Park mentioned, "well marked trails great for hiking. pet friendly! we love walking here with our dog. there are even a few great spots to get a small creek swim in!"
What you should know
Group camping restrictions: Several parks limit camping to organized groups. "Since camping is only open to organized camping I've never camped at Evansburg State Park," notes one reviewer, though they add the park has "spent countless hours hiking and fishing" opportunities.
Limited privacy: Many campgrounds feature sites close together. One camper observed Green Lane Park's sites are "way too close together and there is not any privacy" while another noted they are "right on top of each other with no tree cover between spots."
Primitive facilities: Most tent sites have minimal amenities. Hibernia County Park has "NO HOOKUPS, and water is not easy to come by if you are in an RV... There are only pit toilets in Fiddler's loop."
Reservation requirements: Several parks operate on weekend-only schedules. Hibernia County Park "is only open on the weekends, in season" and during special events "you are REQUIRED to call in to reserve."
Tips for camping with families
Look for playgrounds: Hibernia County Park offers "running water available, porta potties are very clean and don't smell and are lit with a street lamp... The park ranger this weekend was the nicest and very helpful with directions to walk to the playground."
Child-friendly fishing: Some parks maintain dedicated fishing areas for younger visitors. A camper at Hibernia noted the "Great children's pond for 12 and under. Brandywine creek and Chambers Lake are there too."
Accessible hiking: For families with younger children, choose trails carefully. At Washington Crossing State Park, "miles of wooded trails lead you through rolling hills and historic landscapes, perfect for hiking and birdwatching."
Tips from RVers
Size limitations: Most tent campgrounds near Souderton have restrictions on RV length. At Hibernia, a camper explained that while "the sites don't look big enough to house an RV, there are a few sites that will, including #3, #17 & #18 and plenty of sites will fit a small RV or pop up camper."
Bring all water: RVers must prepare for limited water access. Hibernia has "one spigot at the bathroom... If you are coming in an RV, you should come with a full water tank."
Dump stations: No local campgrounds have onsite dumping. As one Hibernia camper warned, "There is NO DUMP STATION. There are a few nearby campgrounds that will let you dump for a fee, otherwise, you'll have to look for a truck stop on the way home."
Leveling challenges: Sites are rarely flat. At Ridley Creek State Park, RV sites "aren't level, but nothing a little creative positioning can't fix."
