Camping spots near Immaculata, Pennsylvania provide access to eastern Pennsylvania's rolling hills at elevations ranging from 300-600 feet above sea level. The region experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping months of May through September. Most campgrounds in the area sit along the watershed of either Brandywine Creek or Schuylkill River tributaries.
What to do
**Fishing opportunities: **At French Creek State Park Campground, visitors can fish for various species in two lakes. "There are several warm water fish in the lakes including northern pike, chain pickerel, bass, walleye, muskellunge and several types of panfish. Ice fishing is also allowed at both lakes and the ice thickness is monitored," explains one visitor.
Trail hiking: The region offers extensive trail networks of varying difficulty levels. "There are 35 miles of hiking trails" at French Creek State Park, with many other parks offering shorter trail systems. At Evansburg State Park Campground, a camper notes it's "Great park to do everything outdoorsy including, hiking, horseback riding, hunting and fishing."
Water recreation: Beyond fishing, many locations offer paddling opportunities. A visitor to Hibernia County Park mentioned, "The lake is about a 3 minute hike down the clearly marked trails. Each site has a large picnic table and a fire ring with a built in grill. The children's pond is a short ways away for well stocked fishing."
What campers like
Private campsites: Many campers appreciate separation between sites. At French Creek State Park, "The campground is laid out well. There are three separate loops to camp at, Loop C is the only loop that allows pets, plus an area for large group camping which can accommodate anywhere from 30 to 60 people." Another camper noted, "As long as you don't stay right across from the bath houses you will find ample shade at your site. There are so many trees and brush in between most sites you can't even really see your neighbors."
Year-round availability: While most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally, some remain open through winter. "Stayed over for one night in early December. Showers and bathrooms were great! The honor system of payment at the office makes it really easy to come in late and leave early," noted a winter camper at French Creek State Park.
Water features: Creeks and lakes enhance the camping experience at multiple locations. At Brandywine Creek Campground, "The tent sites are spacious and they all border the creek which is a nice sound at night, as well as a good morning view. Each site comes with fire pit and picnic table."
What you should know
Campsite accessibility: Some campgrounds have challenging access points. A camper at Philadelphia-West Chester KOA noted, "I did have major trouble backing in because the road is too narrow for a 45' motorhome to back in on a nearly 90-degree angle. So difficult, that I cracked the bottom of my front cap catching the grass and gravel beside the grave road."
Primitive camping options: Not all sites offer full amenities. At Hibernia County Park, "There are NO HOOKUPS, and water is not easy to come by if you are in an RV. If you are coming in an RV, you should come with a full water tank. There is one spigot at the bathroom."
Seasonal operations: Many campgrounds have limited operating seasons. "This campground is only open on the weekends, in season," reported a camper about Hibernia County Park. Similarly, at Green Lane Park, camping is available "April - October" according to their official information.
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and activities: Several campgrounds cater specifically to children. At Lake-In-Wood Campground, families enjoy "miniature golf, nice indoor and outdoor pool and a kiddie pool. Goats to pet and watch. There are a lot of really neat and different rentals here like a tree house, double decker bus, among others. Nice playground for the kids and a small arcade."
Kid-friendly fishing: Dedicated children's fishing areas exist at some parks. At Hibernia County Park, "The children's pond is a short ways away for well stocked fishing," making it perfect for young anglers.
Educational opportunities: Historical sites near campgrounds provide learning experiences. Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA is situated near historical locations: "Close to Longwood Gardens; Wilmington, Delaware; and a handful of local museums and gardens. Not too far from Philadelphia."
Tips from RVers
Site selection for large rigs: Choose campgrounds and specific sites carefully if operating larger RVs. At French Creek State Park, "If you have a large camper or 5th wheel you may need to double check what sites can accommodate your RV to ensure you have enough room. It was nice to just be able to back up our camper and have it mostly level already."
Electric options: Various campgrounds offer different electric hookups. French Creek State Park provides "electric-hookups, fifty-amp-hookups, thirty-amp-hookups" according to the amenities list, making it suitable for various RV electrical needs.
Leveling challenges: Be prepared for uneven sites at certain campgrounds. At Hibernia County Park, the sites "aren't level, but nothing a little creative positioning can't fix" according to an RVer with a 28-foot fifth wheel.
