RV camping near Lewisburg, Pennsylvania offers access to wooded campgrounds spanning from Catawissa to Northumberland. The terrain varies between riverside locations and woodland settings at elevations around 450-500 feet. Most campgrounds maintain seasonal operations from April through October, with daytime summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F and nighttime temperatures dropping to 55-65°F.
What to Do
Amusement park access: Knoebels Campground provides convenient proximity to Knoebels Amusement Park with free shuttles. "Connected to the park, a great way to visit! If you're an early to bed kinda person it'll be tough, the roller coasters are right there! I loved it though," notes one Knoebels Campground visitor.
Water recreation: Lake Glory Campground offers fishing opportunities in their stocked lake. "The lake is stocked and the fish are always hungry. 10 minutes to Knoebels with the mighty Phoenix. The best wooden coaster on the planet," shares a Lake Glory Campground regular.
Creek exploration: Little Mexico Campground provides creek access for tubing and wading. "We enjoy tubing down the river right to the campground," mentions a visitor. "The kids can wade in the water to cool off while parents are chatting and cooking just few feet away," adds another camper about the creek-side sites.
What Campers Like
Private bathroom facilities: Lake Glory offers individual bathroom units rather than communal facilities. "I love the bath houses here. They are each their own individual rooms split into shower/changing room. I like the privacy and it made it much easier when my daughter was small," notes a reviewer.
Clean, well-maintained sites: Indian Head Campground receives positive feedback for site condition. "Pull thru sites are large and have plenty of space. Location is crucial venues to I-80 but no traffic noise. Friendly staff," writes a visitor to Indian Head Campground.
Peaceful settings: Lake Heron Retreat provides a quieter alternative away from busier parks. "This lake was beautiful! A short walk from the campsite. We had the lake to ourself both evening and morning," shares a Lake Heron Retreat visitor. Another adds: "There are 10 sites…some are occupied by seasonal guests. It was very quiet and peaceful!"
What You Should Know
Weather variability: Sudden temperature changes can occur, especially in spring and fall. "In late august although it was pool weather during the day time the temperatures dropped somewhat dramatically into the evening hours so bring clothes for both 70-80 degree weather and 40-50 degree weather overnight," advises one Knoebels visitor.
Shower facilities: Pay showers operate at some campgrounds. "Bring quarters if you are going to use the showers….25 cent a minute," notes a Lake Heron Retreat visitor.
Site spacing variations: Campground density varies significantly between properties. "Our site was right along the river, the view was amazing and the site was huge," reports a Splash Magic RV Resort visitor, while another camper at Little Mexico notes, "Sites are a little close but still nice."
Tips for Camping with Families
Kid-friendly amenities: Twin Grove RV Resort offers extensive recreation facilities. "There are 2 dog parks right next to each other, which is great for your furry friend to be able to run around and play off leash. And for the kids there is an arcade, a ferris wheel and some other rides," explains a Twin Grove RV Resort visitor.
Activity planning: Weekend events offer structured entertainment for children. "My family has been going here for the last 3 years. We love camping here. They have a pool and fun activities through the day. At night they have a merry go round, train, giant slide and ferries wheel you can ride," shares a Twin Grove visitor.
Camping cabin options: For families new to camping, cabins provide an alternative to tenting. "We have camped in our pop up but we have also rented the cabins here too. Either way is a great way to stay the weekend and enjoy the park. Single cabins have three double beds with two up top in the loft and one down below," notes a Knoebels camper.
Tips from RVers
Site navigation challenges: Access requires careful driving at several campgrounds. "Navigating to the site itself definitely tests your skills when you have a total rig length of 52'," shares a camper.
Water quality considerations: Water systems vary between campgrounds. "Our water pressure wasn't great, however not sure if it's the campground or us as hubby found a possible issue with our hookup," mentions a Lake Heron Retreat visitor.
Booking strategy: Reserve early for popular campgrounds near Lewisburg. "Book early....these sites fill fast!" advises a Lake Glory visitor. The most popular campgrounds, particularly those near attractions, can book up months in advance during peak season.
