RV camping around Kimberton, Pennsylvania sits within rolling hills of southeastern Pennsylvania at approximately 200-300 feet elevation. The region features temperate conditions with average summer highs of 85°F and winters dropping to around 25°F. Most campgrounds operate at reduced capacity from December through February, with water lines winterized at many facilities during freezing temperatures.
What to Do
Fishing opportunities: Lake-in-Wood Campground offers a stocked pond for anglers of all skill levels. "Huge pond for fishing, miniature gold, nice indoor and outdoor pool and a kiddie pool. Goats to pet and watch," notes one visitor who found multiple activities beyond just fishing.
Visit local farms: The rural surroundings provide access to authentic Amish countryside experiences near Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country. "This campground will put your mind at ease and let you uncover the lost culture of this unique community. I remember going to the market and learning about culture that I was not necessarily familiar with before," explains a camper who appreciated the cultural immersion.
Family entertainment: The region offers numerous options for children beyond standard playgrounds. "The one thing that comes to mind is gnomes! After our week here, we bought one from the gift store for future camping adventures. Great pools and classes (water aerobics was fun for everyone)," reports a visitor at Lake-in-Wood Campground about their themed activities.
What Campers Like
Seasonal activities: Many campgrounds organize special events throughout camping season. At Thousand Trails Circle M, "We happened to be there on the weekend a magician came, my kids loved it. They have an indoor and outdoor pool. Nice playground. We were down by the river and had a lot of room on our site."
Swimming facilities: Multiple rv parks near Kimberton maintain both indoor and outdoor pools. "The pool was very nice and refreshing. I liked how the kid area wrapped around and connected to the deeper end," described one visitor at Pinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park, highlighting pool features suitable for different swimming abilities.
Unique accommodations: Beyond standard RV sites, campgrounds offer specialty rentals. "There are a lot of really neat and different rentals here like a tree house, double decker bus, among others," mentioned a camper about Lake-in-Wood Campground, pointing to distinctive lodging options for those without RVs.
What You Should Know
Site conditions: Many Kimberton area RV parks feature uneven terrain. At Stonybrook RV Resort, a visitor noted: "The site was nice and level side to side. Their pool looked very nice although we did not use it. Same with their patio set up around the store."
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience noise from nearby highways or other sources. "The campground is completely surrounded by a fairly dense forest, which likely is what blocks any irritable sound and most certainly blocks any highway or traffic visibility," explained a reviewer about PA Dutch Country RV Resort.
Seasonal campers: Many parks have permanent or long-term residents. "Mostly seasonal campers, we were one of the few transient campers for our visit," observed one RVer at Stonybrook RV Resort, indicating the ratio of permanent-to-temporary sites.
Weather impacts: Rain can affect site conditions substantially at some campgrounds. "Sites are swampy if they've had rain! Took us over two hours to disconnect because of mushy, muddy site!" cautioned a visitor at Robin Hill Campground.
Tips for Camping with Families
Activity planning: Campgrounds near Kimberton offer scheduled programs worth planning around. "They did have a mini golf course too, but I am unsure if they do anymore. You must try the family style restaurants in the area, delicious and close by as well," shared a visitor at Lake-in-Wood Campground.
Playground access: When booking, consider proximity to play areas. "The playground was luckily right across from us up on the hill. They also have a Frisbee golf course on site," noted a family at Pinch Pond Family Campground, highlighting the convenience of selecting sites near children's amenities.
Budget planning: Some campgrounds charge additional fees for amenities. "In addition to the daily rate, which is quite high for what you're getting, everything is extra. There is an extra fee every day as a resort fee. If you want internet, you must buy it online, it is not provided," warned a visitor about Robin Hill Campground.
Tips from RVers
Navigation challenges: Some RV parks near Kimberton have difficult entry points. "The entrance made for a challenging entry up a steep grade, narrow roadway, and sharp turn in. I made it without problems, but it wasn't easy in a 45' motorhome towing a Jeep," advised a motorhome driver at Stonybrook RV Resort.
Site selection strategy: Appalachian Camping Resort requires specific considerations for site selection. "We were unaware that our site was a buddy site... The buddy site was very narrow and since our buddy arrived first we had no choice but to park farther down on the site to avoid our awnings touching and that left us very uneven."
Hookup considerations: Water quality varies between campgrounds. "Water was rusty in our row came out brown at first then was tan after running through our filter for the entire stay," reported an RVer at PA Dutch Country RV Resort, suggesting bringing water filters when camping at some locations.
