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GuideRicketts Glen State Park Campground
Camping here for many years and still love it here got it all camping trails water fall trail and lake.
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Knoebels Campground accommodates pets throughout its expansive grounds with electric hookups at every site, making it convenient for pet owners to camp near the adjacent amusement park. Campsites include a fire ring and picnic table, while dogs must remain leashed within the campground. Lake Glory Campground also welcomes pets with full hookup sites for RVs and tent campers, plus pet-friendly cabin options. The Jonestown/Hershey KOA maintains pet-welcoming policies year-round with cabin accommodations for those seeking more shelter while traveling with animals. Most campgrounds in the region provide basic pet waste disposal stations, though none offer dedicated dog parks or off-leash areas. Sites at Knoebels tend to be positioned quite close together, requiring careful management of pets to maintain good relationships with neighboring campers.
Trails surrounding many pet-friendly campgrounds provide exercise opportunities for dogs, with several areas accessible directly from campsites. Splash Magic RV Resort and Indian Head Campground both offer water access where leashed pets can cool off during summer months. Pets should be kept securely leashed when outside accommodations due to local wildlife. Temperature fluctuations can be significant, particularly at Trailhead Campground where evenings can drop dramatically even in late summer. Campground bath houses are cleaned daily, ensuring sanitary conditions for all guests, though the tight spacing at Knoebels makes navigating with larger dogs more challenging. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours between 10 PM and 8 AM which helps reduce noise issues related to barking. Free shuttles at some locations allow campers and their pets to access nearby attractions without moving vehicles.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Marion Heights (117)
1. Knoebels Campground
"Knoebels campground is situated next to Knoebels amusement park and offers sites for tent campers and RVs, as well as cabins. There is electricity at every site but not water."
"You can walk to their amusement park from the grounds as well as their giant pool with waterslides and diving boards."
Check Availabilityfrom $59 - $160 / night
2. Lake Glory Campground
"This campground is only minutes away from Knobels Amusement Park. The campground itself was clean but not a lot of amenities being it’s part of the amusement park."
"It’s a nice spacious campground next to the park."
Check Availabilityfrom $50 - $80 / night
3. Indian Head Campground
"Not much to do at the campground but it is 20 minutes away from Knoebles. The fees are fairly cheap."
"Good location, right on the river. The campground overall is very pretty. A few old, junk trailers around the property need to be hauled off."
4. Camp A While
"Not to much to do in the area but it is somewhat close to the Appalachian Trail if you’re into that. It seems like the camp ground always has something fun going on."
"The only reason for not giving five stars is because it’s very close to a freeway. There’s quite a bit of truck and car noise from the freeway."
Check AvailabilityAvailable this weekend
from $26 - $44 / night
5. J&D Campground
"Very well maintained campground very close to Knoebels. This was the last weekend they were open. Kind of upset you do not get to choose your site."
"Close to Bloomsburg Fair too. One of our favorites- no activities for kids, but nice pool& mini golf!"
Check Availabilityfrom $53 / night
6. Trailhead Campground
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $90 / night
7. Splash Magic RV Resort
"They have a dog park which my dog loved."
"We immediately told the front office and they acted immediately and took the proper steps to ensure everyone's safety."
8. Twin Grove RV Resort
"Super dog friendly. Many little dog parks throughout. Great pool."
"There is a pond to fish from, a dog park for your furry friend to play at and a few playgrounds for the kids."
9. Jonestown/Hershey KOA
"Grounds, bathrooms, showers, playgrounds, dog park, everything. This park is wonderful!"
"Nice dog park."
10. Echo Valley Campground
"There are gardens with walkways to walk to the pool or the office. Our site 24B was a pull through with full hook up. We had cable and WI-FI. There wasn't any shade yet were only here one night."
Drive Time
- 58 min from Lebanon, PA
- 59 min from Harrisburg, PA
- 59 min from Williamsport, PA
- 1 hr 11 min from Reading, PA
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Marion Heights, PA
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- ssorcha A.
TravelerShady Oak Campground
Easy access to Lancaster and Pennsylvania Dutch areas. Friendly, welcoming staff and plenty of colorful trees in the autumn. The only RV park in the area that is open year round.
- RRussell A.
Scout100 Mile View Camping
What a great place. So unique! Love the view, and a great experience! There are no hook ups, so be prepared but if you are looking for the dispersed camping experience you have found it. What a gem!
Nancy W.
LegendHickory Run State Park Campground
Peaceful State Park Camping in the Fall
This is a large campground with a wide array of campsites so be careful attention when you book online, especially if you have a pet because some sites are not pet-friendly. Some are 50-amp full hook-up and some are primitive with no hook-ups.
There is a nice nature center with interesting interpretive exhibits and lots of informational brochures including ones about the hiking trails, bears, scat and tracks of local animals, and fishing. Our site was at the edge of the campground and backed up to Route 534 which resulted in a bit of road noise at our site. Other than the road noise the campground was pretty quiet and was not very crowded when we camped there in October.
Not all sites are level and we happened to book one that was not and we had to live with a slant for our stay. The roads in the park are gravel/dirt and since it rained the day we arrived the roads were a muddy mess which made the roads slippery and there were lots of potholes. Unfortunately, some campers were disrespectful and left bags of trash in the fire pit and scattered around their site which was totally unnecessary because there were dumpsters plenty of dumpsters in the campground. Since we camped at Hickory Run late in the season, there were no camp hosts and the trash never got picked up.
The campground is open from mid-April to mid-December; however, the shower facilities and dump station are not available after the third week of October so plan accordingly. We really like the hiking trails which are of varying degrees of difficulty and lengths. The Hawk Falls is a nice easy walk (1.4 miles round-trip) to a waterfall but is extremely popular so don’t think you will be admiring the falls alone. The parking lot at this trail head fills up fast so you better get there early if you want to get a spot.
You can enter the park from two different directions. If you have a big-rig, it is best to approach from the east side. We made the mistake of coming in from the west side as we dropped down from I-80 and came down 534 and the road was really windy with no shoulder. Luckily, there was very little traffic so we could go 10 mph and safely navigate the roads.
Be aware alcohol is not allowed in PA state parks. This park does allow hunting in certain sections of the park. The no-hunting areas are clearly marked with white no hunting signs on trees and you can also pick up a brochure from the office that designates hunting and no-hunting sections.
Tony F.Guide100 Mile View Camping
The best views
This is a hidden gem, as close to dispersed camping you can get with dirt, gravel roads, large stone fire pits, a amazing views with the added benefit of a five gallon jug of non potable water and very clean port-a-potties. The owner regularly patrols the site and makes sure everything is okay.
SkywaystoHighways.com Y.LegendRicketts Glen State Park Campground
Beautiful Falls!
What a great campground! We stayed here on a recommendation from a friend after the Overland Expo. Great hiking trails and the falls were absolutely breathtaking. Truly enjoyed our stay and plan to return!
Roger V.TravelerBake Oven Knob
solid parking place for vans and RVs. road is dirt gravel but not terrible. nice hike nearby
Troy P.TravelerShikellamy State Park Campground
meh
i mean meh with the most enthusiasm as you can live your entire life & be oki not going here. the trails are small & the overlook is fenced high for falls. it’s about as much scenery as going for a walk deer hunting. it’s beginner friendly if anyone wants to start getting into parks but i feel there’s more focus on pavilions & playgrounds than calling it a state park. for anything boating or canoeing on the river it’s a good place to be but your in town so it take it for what it is
- jjeanne A.Guide
Council Cup Campground
Better than nothing
Small campground with rude owner. Everything I asked about was putting her out. It was cheap though at $36 for water and electric with a military discount.
Guide to Marion Heights
Central Pennsylvania's camping options around Marion Heights offer many pet-friendly accommodations in a region known for its variable terrain of rolling hills and creek valleys. The area sits at elevations between 800-1,400 feet with pronounced temperature shifts between day and night. Most campgrounds maintain a May through October season due to regional weather patterns.
What to do
Creek access for cooling off: Indian Head Campground sits along waterways where pets can get relief from summer heat. As one camper notes, "We had a site right on the river which was absolutely beautiful. Navigating to the site itself definitely tests your skills when you have a total rig length of 52'" (Debbie W.).
Biking nearby rail trails: Jonestown/Hershey KOA connects to regional pathways. "Campground is connected to the Swatara Rail trial which is great for biking. The Swatara creek runs right next to it so it is great for kayaking, tubing, etc." (Bobby S.).
Fishing opportunities: The local lakes and streams offer good fishing spots. At Lake Glory Campground, "There is a lake you can fish in and a play ground for the kids. A decent camp store for the little things you may have forgot at home" (Amber F.).
What campers like
Easy amusement park access: Many dog-friendly campgrounds near Marion Heights provide convenient transport to local attractions. "Free shuttle to Knoebels. Very good price" (Jason P.).
Spacious wooded sites: Unlike the tight spacing mentioned in some locations, alternatives exist. "Lake glory has a beautiful campground. The sites are large, you have a middle of nowhere feel, full hook ups are a nice addition and the nice little lake is an added bonus!" (Henry R.).
Swimming options: Twin Grove RV Resort received praise for its water features: "Great pool. It accommodates a large family reunion with plenty of space. The campground was well populated but we didn't feel cramped at all. Super dog friendly. Many little dog parks throughout" (Chris G.).
What you should know
Temperature fluctuations: The area experiences significant evening cooling. "We went in late august and 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" (Derek W.).
Site leveling challenges: Locust Lake State Park Campground requires preparation. "The site was plenty spacious for our pup and TV, but was not level at all. In fact, none of the surrounding sites looked very level" (Jen V.).
Bathroom facilities vary: While some campgrounds maintain clean facilities, others need improvement. "Really terrible. Lake is Good for fishing and canoe/kayak rides. Bathrooms are absolutely horrendous" (Brandon W.).
Tips for camping with families
Playground accessibility: Look for sites with play areas nearby. "Nice campground with well taken care of sites. There is a pond to fish from, a dog park for your furry friend to play at and a few playgrounds for the kids" (Tiffany S.).
Kid-focused entertainment: Camp A While offers structured activities. "It seems like the camp ground always has something fun going on. Stayed here a couple times and plan on returning!" (Jonathan F.).
Water features for hot days: Cooling options matter during summer months. "We had a site right on the river which was absolutely beautiful... the water had a brownish tint to it. It was a VERY hot weekend so I should mention that everyone had their air running" (Debbie W.).
Tips from RVers
Pull-through site availability: J&D Campground provides convenient access. "Very large sites, W/E/S/C& wifi. Peaceful& quiet!!!!! Close to Bloomsburg Fair too. One of our favorites- no activities for kids, but nice pool& mini golf!" (Missy H.).
Access road conditions: Some locations present arrival challenges. "The road coming in is ROUGH, if you towing or driving a MH, be prepared. The grounds are unkept, no mowing, weeds as tall as I am" (Annette H.).
Electric service quality: During peak usage, power availability can decrease. "Electric ran below 110 volts the entire weekend and the water had a brownish tint to it. It was a VERY hot weekend so I should mention that everyone had their air running" (Debbie W.).
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