Tent and RV campgrounds near Hatboro, Pennsylvania cluster along the area's major highways, particularly I-78 and Route 22. Many sites operate seasonally from April through November due to the region's cold winters, with average winter lows reaching 22°F. Most campgrounds sit on former farmland with rolling terrain that requires leveling blocks for RVs.
What to Do
Fishing and water activities: Campers at Lake-In-Wood Campground can enjoy fishing in the park's pond. "Nice fishing in the lake," notes Edward M. The campground features a large lawn that "rolls down to the lake," creating easy shoreline access.
Disc golf courses: Green Lane Park offers a "phenomenal disc golf course" according to Benjamin C., who also mentions the park has good "hiking and fishing." The course is free to use for registered campers, though you'll need to bring your own discs.
Exploring Amish Country: Campers staying at Spring Gulch Resort Campground are positioned near Lancaster County attractions. Paulina B. calls it a "Hidden Amish Country Gem" noting that "This resort is a lot bigger than you would anticipate from the road/entryway."
What Campers Like
Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms, especially when tent camping. At Little Red Barn Campground, Lee D. notes that the "Bath/Shower house: Clean with soap and paper towels. The shower had nice hot water." This is particularly important for those using the primitive tent sites.
Swimming pools: Most rv campgrounds near Hatboro offer pools during summer months. At Sun Valley Campground, Jim C. appreciated the "great swimming pool" and noted the "immaculately clean bathrooms and showers." Pools typically operate from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Private tent sites: For tent campers wanting seclusion, Little Red Barn Campground offers primitive sites away from RVs. Kelsey K. shares: "primitive sites are very private, friendly staff, clean grounds," and mentions they were "spacious enough for two large tents and very private." These sites are separated from the more crowded RV areas.
What You Should Know
Site spacing concerns: Many Hatboro area campgrounds feature closely spaced RV sites. At Robin Hill Campground, Felix S. notes: "For $80 bucks I expected more. The place is run down and almost feels abandoned. The H sites are somewhat swampy."
Variable WiFi connectivity: Internet service varies widely between campgrounds. Nancy W. experienced this at Pine Hill RV Park, noting "the wifi was really poor." Some parks offer WiFi as an add-on service with additional fees rather than including it in the base rate.
Site leveling requirements: Many sites require significant leveling, especially for larger RVs. At Pine Hill RV Park, Nancy W. found their "site was level and nicely graded," but this isn't universal across the region. Most campgrounds recommend bringing leveling blocks.
Tips for Camping with Families
Activity options: Little Red Barn Campground provides various recreational facilities. Lee D. reports: "Activities/Amenities: The pool is open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Other amenities include laundry, a game room, golf cart rentals, and sports equipment."
Playground access: Check if playgrounds are available and their condition. At Spring Gulch, Beth B. mentions: "Mini golf was fun but need to be regreened….several holes needed maintenance." Some facilities may have seasonal or limited hours.
Weekend events: Many campgrounds offer organized activities for children. At Spring Gulch, Mike J. found that staff "organized a nice continental breakfast, free chair massages, and raffled off manicure and pedicures. They had an art activity for the children, BINGO on Friday night, and a live band on Saturday night."
Tips from RVers
Campground layout navigation: Some rv parks near Hatboro, Pennsylvania have challenging layouts. At Village Scene Park, Stuart K. advises: "The first thing that you'll note is that Village Scene Park is located smack dab in the middle of an otherwise sprawling suburban area of the nearby metro Philly. You'll be driving down tree-lined, shady streets one moment and the very next, you'll happen across this unusual spot."
Site selection for big rigs: Larger RVs should call ahead. At Pine Hill RV Park, Nancy W. notes: "Roads and campsites are gravel and very easy for RVs of any size to navigate the roads and sites. The majority of their sites are pull-thrus catering to the many RVs that stop for a night or two." This allows easier access for motorhomes over 35 feet.
Tree maintenance issues: Watch for overhanging branches and tree sap. Nancy W. found at Pine Hill that "While there are some nice large pine trees, they were trimmed and not an issue driving through the park or at our site. The only problem with the trees was the pine sap everywhere that we stuck to our shoes and we tracked everywhere."
