2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Philadelphia-West Chester KOA in Coatesville offers several glamping options including yurts with comfortable beds, electricity, and climate control. The property sits along the scenic Brandywine River, providing waterfront views from select accommodations. Lums Pond State Park Campground in nearby Delaware complements the area's luxury outdoor options with yurt accommodations featuring proper beds and electricity. One guest noted, "The glamping tents have everything you need with a beautiful patio setup and comfortable furnishings." Both locations provide a boutique camping experience with amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and proximity to bathhouses with modern facilities. The premium sites feature paver patios, Adirondack chairs, and upgraded fire pits surrounded by tasteful landscaping.
Visitors enjoy direct access to the Brandywine River for canoeing and kayaking, with equipment rentals available on-site. A butterfly garden, nature trails, and a jump pad round out the recreation options at Philadelphia-West Chester KOA. According to a camper, "We loved exploring the beautiful countryside with rolling hills, then returning to our comfortable accommodation with all the amenities." The surrounding Chester County offers opportunities to visit historic Philadelphia sites, Longwood Gardens, and Amish country. Seasonal activities include Halloween weekend events with family programming. Both locations remain accessible to urban amenities while providing the privacy and natural setting expected of luxury canvas tent camping experiences, with most sites available for reservation from April through November.
"The site itself was set back some, and felt secluded while still being near the parking area. Walk to bathrooms and camp store was on the longer side."
"The tent sites are nice in that they are tucked along the wood line slightly away from RVs with more privacy and shade."
Available this weekend
from $27 - $45 / night
"The campground is located in a beautiful part of the Pennsylvania countryside with rolling hills which meant the roads getting there are narrow and windy."
"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."
from $59 - $86 / night
"No pets though. B and C loop felt like the spaces were very close to each other. A loop was closed at this point."
"Got there at 11pm and the D loop says no pets allowed."
Available this weekend
from $20 - $90 / night
"We stayed here in November with beautiful weather which meant the large farm behind the campground was spraying manure over their fields. We could smell it."
"Staff is always friendly and the store well stocked. Kids enjoy the water park and nigh time laser tag parties and hay rides. "
"A beautiful, well maintained park with lots to do, great bathroom facilities and extremely nice people."
"I was a walk-up with no reservation and since it was a weekday the ranger gave me a great rundown of the best spots in the camp and let me drive through to check them out before going back with my decision"
from $21 - $50 / night
"We loved the lake campground. My kids are age 3-12. There’s running water available, porta potties are very clean and don’t smell and are lit with a street lamp. Very quiet at night."
"Large campsites at the Lake Loop. Map is a little deceiving- the sites are farther from the lake than I expected and there are no running water bathrooms. Very clean and wooded sites."
from $15 - $50 / night
"It’s a clean, well kept space, completely surrounded by state forest, very close to shore access along the rivers/bay, hiking/biking trails right out of the campground."
"The store was stocked well with essentials, and the women running the store was very helpful and friendly. The campground is very well lit and can be navigated easily at night."
"The road for this row is narrow and there is a fence that makes backing in more difficult, especially for a 30+ ft travel trailer."
"This is a nice KOA with full hook ups, tent sites,cabins, and even glamping cabins. There is a pool that is open Memorial Day- Labor Day."
"I arrived on a Tuesday a few days after they closed the pool, and by Wednesday I had the whole row of tent sites to myself."
"We stayed at one of the primitive tent sites with no hookups adjacent to the farm field. Watching a horse drawn equipment cutting grass while we cooked dinner was a joy."
"The 4 stars is only due to the road noise and many of the sites are on top of each other. You feel like your neighbor is at your camp fire."
TravelerCountry Acres is a lovely, well maintained campground. Sites are level and bath house facilities clean and modern. Friendly staff in the office. Dog friendly. Local to all the Lancaster attractions. A complimentary farmland tour is offered by bus and it was great. They take you out into an area of Amish farms and shops and make a stop at 2 of these. The fresh Amish pretzels are amazing!
ScoutThe advertisements for Olde Mill Campground were disingenuous. The campsite was 20 yards from a roller coaster. The NOISE of the roller coaster and children on it screaming was as relentless and unnerving as any train we have ever slept near. There was no quiet until almost midnight. The “pull-through” site left my truck almost in the road and our 25’ Airstream slightly over the road on the backside. The site was not level. The sites were close enough to hear a neighbor’s snoring.
ScoutThe campground is in excellent condition. The facilities are top notch. The excellence and care of the campground is evident. The 4 stars is only due to the road noise and many of the sites are on top of each other. You feel like your neighbor is at your camp fire.
TravelerOMG! Next to busy interstate, railroad tracks and shooting range. Way to much for me!
ScoutFirst time at this campground really like it a lot will be returning. The bathrooms are always clean. The grounds are always kept up. Just a really nice place to stay. Most of the sites have some kind of shade.
GuideA beautiful, well maintained park with lots to do, great bathroom facilities and extremely nice people. The electric sites aren't all together, so you don't have RV's lined up but maybe annoying for folks who are tent camping. Avoid the locations in the mid-30's by the dumpster, both staff and campers start shaking the lid around 6:30. Between 5 AM and noon staff were driving big trucks and ATV's around with loud reverse horns, and slamming the fire pit grills, which they store sideways. Overall I had a really wonderful time, but that's largely down to good sound reduction inside the van. Almost zero cell service. I was able to get a couple of text messages in and out, but seemed to be a fluke.
LegendWe spent a weekend at French Creek State Park as our home base for the Chester County Balloon Festival. We stayed for 2 nights at a full-hookup paved site, which ran us $55.25 per night.
WHAT I LIKED:
Peace& Quiet: The state park itself was lovely, serene, and felt nice and spacious.
Prime Location: At just 30 minutes away from the balloon festival, this is the closest campground.
WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
The"Leveling" Challenge: We were at site#C-241, which had a pretty significant slope. It took a few boards under the rear wheels and fully extended jacks just to get us anywhere near level.
Tight Fit for Big Rigs: Even though there was plenty of open space behind our site, the actual driveway pad was too short to comfortably fit our motorhome and Jeep together. Compared to other state parks we’ve visited, the interior roads and layouts felt a bit on the tight side.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
LegendOverall, this is a nice, small (about 65 sites) state park with plenty of recreational opportunities inside the park. There is nice separation between sites so you don’t feel like you are on top of your neighbor. Tall trees are scattered about which provide shade at some sites but overall, the park is pretty open. Roads getting to the park are easy to navigate with any size RV. Within the park, roads are paved and free of potholes and there are no low hanging branches. Since the roads are one-way they are not very wide so backing in big-rigs can be a little tight and you might have to run over the grass.
All RV sites are full hook-up and there is a separate area for tents and there is one canvas yurt for rent. The tent sites are nice in that they are tucked along the wood line slightly away from RVs with more privacy and shade. The only downside is that they are pretty far away from the centrally located bathroom and showers. The bathroom has separate rooms for showers which is nice and private. They were tended to daily and very clean. Also, located in the center of the campground is a playground, camp store and laundry. The dumpsters and recycle bins are located in a separate area on the way out of the campground and were frequently full and overflowing. Campsites are paved and some have wide enough that the patio is paved but others have a narrow pad for the RV and gravel patio. We discovered that most sites are level but a few are not (like 22 and 24). The campground is very clean and camp hosts were diligent about picking up trash and cleaning out fire pits every day.
Across the pond (north of the campground) is where most of the amenities are located such as concessions, ball fields, horseshoe pits, disk golf, and more. For those wanting to fish there is a pier in the campground and a self-serve vending machine with bait in it. There are additional fishing piers located in other parts of the park and there are boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards for rent. We stopped in at the Nature Center but it was a bust– just a few taxidermy specimens and not much information. One of the most popular areas of the park is Go Ape which is a ropes/zip line course through the canopy (which does require admission fee). There are nice trails that leave right from the campground– some 17 miles in all. There is a boat launch about a quarter mile from the campground entrance which is suitable for trailerable boats and paddle craft but there are no docks so you can’t leave your boat tied up there. There is an off-leash dog area but it is located far from the campground so it’s best to drive.
ScoutBathrooms are clean and staff is nice
Landenberg is located within the Chesapeake Bay watershed, with elevations ranging between 250-400 feet above sea level. The area experiences hot, humid summers and mild to cold winters, with camping season typically running April through November. Most campgrounds near Landenberg operate seasonally, with select sites offering year-round accommodation options for those seeking winter camping experiences.
Fishing opportunities: 7-mile trail access: At Lums Pond State Park Campground, visitors can fish for northern pike, chain pickerel, bass, and various panfish species. "I took her older cousins to the fishing pier, and we didn't even get a nibble, but I think it was too cold for panfish that close to shore," one visitor noted. The park offers an extensive trail system with multiple hiking options.
Mountain biking: French Creek trails: The trails at French Creek State Park Campground offer varied terrain for mountain biking enthusiasts. A camper mentioned, "There is lots of hiking, the lake is beautiful, at least two playgrounds, the bathrooms were well maintained." The park also maintains a frisbee golf course through wooded sections for an added challenge.
Canoe and boat rentals: electric motors only: Many local waterways offer calm paddling experiences. "Lots of boating (electric motors only) and kayaking on the pond and a decent amount of hiking. There's an off leash dog park, equestrian center and boat ramp," a visitor explained about Lums Pond facilities. Seasonal water activities typically run from April through October, weather permitting.
Level, spacious sites with distance between neighbors: Campers consistently mention site quality as a key factor in their experience. At Lancaster-New Holland KOA, "First time here and sites are nice and level. Not too close to each other. Has a great view of the valley and Amish farms," one reviewer shared. Most sites include a fire ring, picnic table, and parking pad.
Clean, modern bathhouse facilities: Bathroom quality significantly impacts camping satisfaction. "The bath house was absolutely immaculate, and the design made even my public-bathroom-phobic sister-in-law comfortable and at ease," noted a Lums Pond visitor. Several campgrounds have updated their facilities in recent years.
Peaceful settings with wildlife viewing: The natural environment draws many to the area. At Hibernia County Park, "Walking/hiking trails and the lake were super peaceful," according to a camper. The park's natural setting provides opportunities to spot local wildlife, particularly in early morning and evening hours.
Reservation requirements vary seasonally: Planning ahead is essential, especially during peak season. "Book early because it fills up fast!" warns a Lums Pond visitor. Many campgrounds allow reservations 6-12 months in advance, while others operate on a first-come basis.
Limited hookup options at some locations: Utility access varies widely between campgrounds. 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," a reviewer cautioned. Check specific site amenities when booking.
Weather considerations: The region experiences variable conditions throughout camping season. "When we were packing up a severe thunderstorm rolled through. The bag was in the rain and I was surprised that everything inside was dry! The rain just rolled right off!" shared a camper testing gear at French Creek. Summer thunderstorms are common, while spring and fall camping may require additional warm layers.
Playground accessibility: multiple age options: Facilities for children vary between campgrounds. At Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Quarryville, "The water park is super fun for adults and kids. The entire campground is clean and very well maintained," a family reported. Many playgrounds include equipment designed for different age groups.
Swimming options: pool alternatives: Water recreation beyond pools exists throughout the region. "We spent Saturday afternoon fishing but not catching anything at Scott's Run. It's a beautiful location and it was still a fun way to spend the day with the kids away from the site," noted a French Creek visitor. Several campgrounds offer fishing ponds, shallow streams, or splash pads as alternatives to traditional swimming pools.
Easy access hiking for young children: Trails appropriate for families with small children are available. "There are a half dozen, easy trails, the longest is around 2 miles," explained a visitor to Hibernia Park. Most family-friendly trails are well-marked and maintained, with minimal elevation change.
Site dimensions and turning radius: RV site accessibility varies significantly between campgrounds. At Philadelphia-West Chester KOA, one RVer warned, "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." Calling ahead to confirm site dimensions is recommended for larger rigs.
Dump station availability: Not all campgrounds offer on-site dumping. "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," advised a Hibernia Park camper. Plan your stay accordingly, especially for longer visits.
Full hookup premium sites: For those seeking additional comfort, several campgrounds offer upgraded options. "We paid $135/night for Back-in Patio Site#25. A bit pricey considering the lack of elbow room, but it's a great site and everything is well-kept," noted a Philadelphia-West Chester KOA visitor. These premium sites typically include full hookups, patio furniture, and sometimes private landscaping, though at a significant price increase.
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