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Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Quarryville welcomes pets across its accommodation options including tent sites, RV spaces, cabins, yurts, and glamping units. French Creek State Park Campground also permits pets, offering spacious sites where dogs can accompany their owners while exploring the park's extensive trail system. Most campgrounds in the region require pets to remain on leashes no longer than 6 feet when outside the camper, with owners responsible for proper waste disposal. Pet-friendly amenities typically include designated walking areas, though not all campgrounds provide dedicated dog parks or off-leash areas. Full-hookup RV sites with ample space for pet exercise are available at multiple locations including Lums Pond State Park Campground and Mill Bridge Village & Camp Resort. Some cabins have specific pet-friendly designations with additional cleaning fees applied. The water park areas at Jellystone remain off-limits to pets for health and safety reasons.
Nearby trails provide excellent opportunities for campers with dogs to enjoy outdoor recreation together. Hibernia County Park offers pet-friendly paths through wooded areas where leashed dogs can explore alongside their owners. Several campgrounds position sites along creeks or small ponds, offering pets cooling water access during warmer months. Campgrounds enforce quiet hours that include restrictions on excessive barking, with some locations implementing three-strike policies for disruptive pets. Veterinary services are available within 20-30 minutes of most camping areas, with 24-hour emergency clinics located in the wider Lancaster region. Wildlife encounters require vigilance, as some reviews mention skunks and other animals near campsites. Weather considerations for camping with pets include hot summer temperatures when shaded sites become essential for pet comfort and safety during midday hours.
"So we make sure to get close spots so we can walk. You can bring pets but we choose not to as we are not at the camp much. We do go fishing while we are here and my daughter loves this place"
"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."
"We hiked the 7.5mile lake trail with our two pups. It was beautiful and along the way there were opportunities to kayak/sup, beach it, or even play on a ropes course."
"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."
from $22 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Accessible and pet friendly. Great trails and great staff"
"Our go to State Park for camping as it is pretty close to home. Standard State Park with all the amenities you need. We are tent campers/ non electric (no pets/ no kids)."
from $21 - $55 / night
Check Availability"There are numerous hiking trails in the park that seemed to be well marked and maintained. The park is about 20- mins from Reading, and 10 mins from Birdsbroro."
"There is a connector trail nearby that can get you to most of the hiking trails. Site was nice. Bathrooms okay. This is a pet loop so be aware of dogs. Hiking trails in park were a nice challenge."
from $20 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Our site was really good and I love that it had it's own access to the bathrooms. Quite a few of the inner loop sites do. If you're a tent camper Acorn has some very private and secluded sites."
"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
Check Availability"Fishing pond is a joke and near by Gun Range can be annoying and tough on pets. But, over all, this place is pretty nice."
"Site next to us had a pipe break, they had a maintenance crew come out immediately and fix it. Amish stores/attractions close by for some entertainment also."
"Small dog park, too small for our two labs. We were in site 50 for this trip, however if you have a decent sized rig I would steer clear of this row."
"This is a great spot for visiting Pennsylvania Amish of Lancaster County and about a one-hour drive to Hersheypark. "
"This is a great spot for visiting Pennsylvania Amish of Lancaster County and about a one-hour drive to Hersheypark. Our site(# 837) was a good size for our motor home+ toad."
"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 site was right next to the creek. Shade is perfect for our dogs. Office personnel were so very helpful. Office does close at 4 but that is due to staff shortages."
"Great, convenient location. Cost friendly considering the location. Clean grounds & maintained sites. Mix of open & shaded sites, all appear to be pretty level, our site was next to stream."
"This campground has 2 small loops, the Lake Loop and the Fiddler's Loop. Lake loop is the bigger of the two, however the “sites” are smaller and it's more open. It is popular with group tenters."
"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
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TravelerCampground sites are nice and spacious, bathrooms are good, and there’s plenty to do for everyone. We hiked the 7.5mile lake trail with our two pups. It was beautiful and along the way there were opportunities to kayak/sup, beach it, or even play on a ropes course. We always travel with our dogs and this place has the BEST dog park. Big open space with access to lots of water play. We definitely recommend this spot!
RangerWe stayed here for a night in transit. Beautiful campground — lots of trees, pond, kids play equipment, dog park, etc. facilities all clean and whole place is well maintained. Easy late arrival. Good location - convenient but far enough off the highway. Would stay here again.
GuideI was able to book my site the day before the trip. 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. Firewood was $5 a bundle, but the register wasn't working and they could only take cash.
The hiking in the immediate area was beautiful, lots of fun trails and wildlife. Fishing, kayaking, zip lining, tons of great activities.
The firepits have grates over one half, so campfire cooking is a breeze. Cook up and use the provided picnic table for an easy dinner set up.
The park itself is very dog friendly and most sites had dogs. There is also an off leash dog park at Lum's pond and dog water dishes outside the camp store.
The showers and bathrooms were incredibly well kept with hot water and stocked supplies. If you didn't feel like walking so far, the tents had a spiget with running water near the parking areas.
Reception for Verizon was spotty, t mobile was pretty great. Wish there was an ATM on site though I don't think the cash only situation is a normal one for this campground.
All in all an amazing trip, and I'll be back as soon as possible.
GuideMy family and I stayed at French Creek State Park while attending an event in Reading. The park was clean and well maintained. We stayed in Loop A which had no camp host. The camp hosts were in loops B & C. We had a full hook up site. The water and electric worked great! The campground was well patrolled by Rangers throughout our stay. The bathhouses appeared to be clean and maintained. The quiet time starts at 9pm and seemed to be followed by most campers. There are numerous hiking trails in the park that seemed to be well marked and maintained. The park is about 20- mins from Reading, and 10 mins from Birdsbroro. There are many stores and restaurants in the area for food and supplies if needed. We had good cellular service with both AT&T and T-Mobile. The one downside was that there was no off leash dog park. We had to take our dog to a dog park in Birdsbroro. We would stay at this park again.
GuideBeautiful campground. Very recently renovated. Very spacious and quiet.
Great little store stocked with everything you need.
Very close to Hersheypark.
Nicest miniature golf course I’ve ever seen at a RV park. Same can be said for the swimming pool, absolutely beautiful. Great little dog park as well.
They have a very nice schedule of monthly events. They had a few food trucks and fruit/vegetable vendors come to the RV park during our stay.
Would stay again.
TravelerOur first visit (March 2018) was just prior to peak season (lower rates) and we had a site literally 10 ft. from the water! Full hook ups and sites were a little close, but nice. There seemed to be a lot of long term/permanent residents, but most sites along the waterfront remained open. The campground seemed to stress pet restrictions both in the rules section of their registration packet and signage around the grounds. There was a pet exercise/walking area, but could use some sprucing up. However, no one really made an issue of walking your dog around the campground and as the weekend came around, more and more dogs were around.
You have to drive through a residential neighborhood to reach Bar Harbor, so big rigs take care/caution. Would like to try Bar Harbor again sometime.
LegendWest Chester KOA This is a really nice KOA not too far from downtown Philly. 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. A bridge nearby the campground was washed out earlier by a hurricane so we had to take an alternative route going about thirty minutes out of our way. (Make sure you check their website for directions!) There is a lot to do in the surrounding area like visiting the historical sites in downtown Philadelphia, Valley Forge, or exploring Amish country.
This is a typical KOA with lots of amenities and activities for kids– swimming pool, jump pad, miniature golf, volleyball, butterfly garden, gem mining, playground, store, dog park, nature trail, etc. There is a large pool area with pavilion but it was closed during our stay since we were there early in the season. The campground is right on the Brandywine River which is a slow meandering pretty river that is great to get your feet wet or go for a paddle. Canoes and kayaks are available for rent if you have time and as there is very little current in the river you can paddle out and back without any trouble. There is a nice, short nature trail which was nice to walk our dog and she enjoyed getting wet in the river.
The campground is hilly which means that a fair number of sites are not level. Our site (#27) was level for our RV but the patio sloped downhill and we could not use our picnic table or find a level spot for our chairs. Some sites are “premiums” with paved patios, Adirondack chairs, fancy firepits, BBQ grill, and tables and chairs with an umbrella. These sites are really nice, but you pay a lot more for them. Some sites are located adjacent to the river with nice waterfront views, but beware some might be muddy. There are lots of camping cabins and a couple of glamping tents.
Overall, the campground is very clean with no trash lying around and the grass was mowed and trimmed. The 50-amp electric was good as was the water pressure. The sewer connection uphill from our site so it did not drain properly. There is basic cable but since you are so close to Philly there are plenty of over-the-air channels. The Wi-Fi at our site worked well. Garbage is picked up at your site. The surrounding area has plenty of restaurants, shopping, and interesting things to see and do.
Guidewell marked trails great for hiking. pet friendly! we love walking here with our dog. there are even a few great spots to get a small creek swim in! It also has a greag picnic area with grills.
GuideWe do Lums Pond at least twice a year if we can get reservations.
Sites are big and all were redone in the last few years with concrete pads, 30 amp service and full sewer. There are some equestrian and tent sites as well.
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. Book early because it fills up fast!
Camping near Lincoln University, Pennsylvania offers options in both Chester and Lancaster counties where the terrain consists primarily of rolling hills at elevations between 400-600 feet. The region experiences a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons and receives approximately 45 inches of rainfall annually. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-85°F during camping season, with cooler evenings requiring light layers.
Waterfront activities at Lums Pond: Fish for northern pike, chain pickerel, bass, and walleye at this Delaware state park about 25 minutes from Lincoln University. "We do Lums Pond at least twice a year if we can get reservations... Lots of boating (electric motors only) and kayaking on the pond and a decent amount of hiking," notes Ellen B.
Hiking with elevation changes: Explore the trail system at French Creek State Park Campground which features multiple interconnected paths through wooded areas. "There are many trails for walking, hiking or biking as well as a frisbee golf course in the woods to make it even more interesting and competitive," writes one camper.
Historical site exploration: Visit Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site adjacent to French Creek for a glimpse into 19th century iron-making. "Not to mention close by there is Hopewell National Furnace and St. Peter's Village with shops and restaurants and hiking trails as well," shares Jen R.
Local music experiences: Time your visit for special events like the Old Fiddlers Picnic at Hibernia County Park in August. "Hibernia annually hosts the (super fun!) 'Old Fiddlers Picnic' (Folk/Americana/Bluegrass etc. music & arts, beginner to pro!) the second weekend in August," explains Jennifer S.
Waterfront campsites: Sites backing up to streams or ponds provide both recreational opportunities and relaxing views. At Mill Bridge Village & Camp Resort, "We had a nice site that backed up to a small creek. Very scenic and laid back campground," according to Stacy D.
Level, well-maintained sites: Country Acres Campground receives consistent praise for its site quality. "All sites have a paved level area which made set up a breeze. Sites were not on top of each other. Bathrooms were very nice and clean with large showers," notes Jen R.
Cultural immersion: Experience Amish country up close at Lancaster-New Holland KOA, where "you have unobstructed views of the Amish farmland... We saw a horse drawn equipment cutting grass while we cooked dinner," shares Edison L.
Privacy between sites: Many campgrounds offer natural screening between sites. French Creek State Park provides "ample shade at your site. There are so many trees and brush in between most sites you can't even really see your neighbors," according to Ranger Jen.
Seasonal availability varies: Check operating dates carefully as some campgrounds have limited seasons. "Hibernia County Park is only open on the weekends, in season," advises Jennifer S.
Farm odors may be present: Agricultural areas can have associated smells. "The overwhelming impression of this campground was the smell of cow manure from the nearby dairy farm feedlot. The smell was not present the first day or so we were there," mentions Nancy W. about Old Mill Stream Campground.
Reservation demand fluctuates: Some dog friendly campgrounds near Lincoln University book up quickly in peak seasons. At Elk Neck State Park Campground, "book early because it fills up fast!" recommends Ellen B.
Primitive camping options: Several parks offer no-hookup sites at lower prices. "A nice primitive campground - good for a quick trip away. The campground is a county run one that works on a first come first serve basis... No hook ups either," notes Jim N. about Hibernia County Park.
Water-based entertainment: Opt for campgrounds with swimming facilities for hot days. "The water park is super fun for adults and kids. The entire campground is clean and very well maintained," shares Ashley S. about Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Quarryville.
Age-appropriate activities: Consider your children's ages when selecting a campground. "We had stayed in this campground about 5 years ago and we loved it. We returned this year with my 12 and 14 year olds and a 12 year old friend. The kids were bored," reports Gina R. about Jellystone Park.
Fishing spots for beginners: Several parks offer dedicated fishing areas for children. At Hibernia County Park there's a "Great children's pond for 12 and under. Brandywine creek and Chambers Lake are there too. Great playground," writes John Z.
Playground proximity: Look for sites near play areas to keep children entertained. "There is a very nice playground situated conveniently between the loops of the campground. It had some slides, a bridge, lots of monkey bars, ladders to climb on and the best feature was the zip line," notes a visitor to French Creek.
Site dimensions vary significantly: Pay attention to campsite specifications when booking. "We were in site 50 for this trip, however if you have a decent sized rig I would steer clear of this row. 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," advises April L.
Full-hookup availability: Not all pet-friendly campgrounds offer complete services. At Lums Pond, "Sites are big and all were redone in the last few years with concrete pads, 30 amp service and full sewer. There are some equestrian and tent sites as well," according to Ellen B.
Limited dump stations: Consider your waste tank capacity. "Only two dump stations for a pretty large park," notes Jen R. about Spring Gulch Resort Campground.
Access challenges: Some campgrounds have complicated entrances. At Old Mill Stream Campground, "A little complicated getting in, you need to turn in at the Cartoon Network Hotel driveway," explains Emily L.
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