Camping spots near Wildwood, Pennsylvania include several rustic outposts positioned around waterways and rolling terrain ranging from 1,200-1,400 feet in elevation. The regional soil composition tends toward clay and shale, creating drainage challenges during spring rains at lower-lying campgrounds. Temperatures typically range from 65-85°F during peak camping season, with cooler evenings dropping to 50-55°F even in summer months.
What to do
Creek exploration: Breakneck Campground provides direct access to creek-based activities with special primitive sites. "From our campsite we walked along the creek into McConnells Mill State Park and joined the covered bridge trail. Approx. 30min walk along the creek down into McConnells Mill State Park," notes one visitor at Breakneck Campground.
Lake activities: Moraine State Park offers multiple water-based recreation options beyond standard swimming. A camper reports, "This park has an awesome trail system for walking or biking" and mentions it contains "a huge lake, nice beaches, and tons of trails." Lake facilities operate 8 AM to sunset during summer months with rental equipment available through the park office.
Horseback riding: Bear Run Campground features equestrian facilities unusual for the region. "We loved the horse rides on Sundays," mentions one repeat visitor, highlighting an activity typically unavailable at other nearby camping locations. Trail rides run approximately 45 minutes and operate weather-permitting from late May through early September.
What campers like
Mountaintop views: Several campgrounds in the area boast elevated sites with valley views. Visitors to Mountain Top Campground report impressive vantage points: "You come up a winding road and emerge atop the mountain. It's cute. Wide open grass land with sites around the perimeter. Half a dozen of them (premium) are at the edge and have a nice view to the hills beyond."
Tent platforms: For campers seeking alternatives to ground camping, Breakneck Campground offers raised wooden platforms overlooking the surrounding terrain. "They offer RV sites, tent camping and cabins. The tent camping is either grassy, flat sites or on an elevated timber platform overlooking a gorge," explains one visitor who appreciated this camping option.
First-time camping support: Some campgrounds specialize in helping newcomers. A visitor to Indian Brave Campground shared: "Upon calling to book a site, we mentioned this was our first trip, they made the utmost effort to accommodate us with all of our needs. They escorted us to our campsite (which was larger than most) and made sure we had plenty of help getting backed in and set up!"
What you should know
Noise variability: Sound levels fluctuate significantly between weekdays and weekends at certain campgrounds. A visitor to Breakneck noted significant contrast: "I was here the Friday of Labor day weekend... They were hanging out playing their music when I first arrived about 6... They then moved onto some less appealing tunes... Nothing was done regardless of the vulgar lyrics... I had been traveling for days so I was exhausted and managed to fall asleep only to be woken around 11:00 by several people across the way having a blast laughing and yelling which went until 2am."
Shower facilities: Several campgrounds have coin-operated shower systems requiring advance planning. A camper at Tomlinson Run State Park Campground reported: "In womens the shower on the left never got warm, other two were fine. There are 4 flush toilets." Similarly, visitors to Mountain Top Campground found "only disappointment was that the showers were coin operated, so you not only needed cash on hand but then had to turn those into special coins for the shower."
Limited cell coverage: Connectivity varies dramatically between campgrounds, with some offering minimal service. At Raccoon Creek, visitors using certain carriers found no signal: "If you're on Sprint or T-mobile - there is no service." Similarly, Breakneck Campground reports "no phone reception at the tent sites by the creek."
Tips for camping with families
Themed weekends: Several campgrounds organize special events for children. At Bear Run Campground, "Every weekend there are activities, there is a heated pool and Friday night Bingo." The campground schedules events throughout the season including "wagon rides to the lake, talent show, karaoke…etc, as well as church!"
Playground considerations: Availability of play equipment varies significantly between locations. While some, like Bear Run, offer dedicated play areas, Smith Grove focuses on spaciousness: "Campground is very nice. A lot of sites with plenty of room at each site." Conversely, Harts Content provides "a pool and playground" though visitors note "the pool is very small."
Quiet areas: Some campgrounds feature specific zones designed for families seeking peaceful settings. At Raccoon Creek State Park Campground, one visitor highlighted their night experience: "I had the most wonderful time on my first tent camping at Racoon Creek. We made a fire, hiked by the moonlight and swam at the warm lake at night. There were other campers around but we rarely noticed them and only when walking to restrooms at the daylight."
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Many sites require significant equipment to achieve proper leveling. One visitor reported having to "raise 5ft high" at certain locations in the region, while another mentioned terrain limitations: "the drive up was not worth it. You drive up a long, steep, windy road to the campgrounds."
Grey water management: Some campgrounds offer partial hookup solutions. At Mountain Top, an RVer explained their unique system: "Since they sit atop the mountain, the grey water hookup is a long hose that has an adapter which hooks up to your black and grey tank outlet and it runs down the hillside of the mountain into the grassy area. This means that unless you are a very active user of the commode, your black tank should not need to be flushed for 1-2 weeks at a time!"
Site selection tips: Larger rigs require careful planning at most area campgrounds. At Tomlinson Run State Park Campground, a visitor advised: "Most of the camp sites have electricity, but most aren't level. It's the kind of place that has some really great sits and some not so great." Sites along the perimeter typically offer more privacy but may require longer walks to facilities.
