Glamping sites near Media, Pennsylvania offer a mix of outdoor appeal and comfort across Philadelphia's surrounding counties. Set in the Mid-Atlantic region with its moderate seasonal climate, these destinations typically experience warm summers with temperatures averaging 80-85°F and mild winters. Most sites offer year-round accessibility with electric service, though some facilities limit operation to April through October when overnight temperatures remain above freezing.
What to Do
Hiking trails at French Creek: The park features multiple hiking routes through wooded terrain. A visitor noted, "There are so many wonderful activities. There really is something for everyone here and if you can't find it you aren't looking very hard. We LOVE camping here as the campsites are not right on top of one another."
Fishing opportunities: Several parks offer stocked ponds and lakes for anglers. At Parvin State Park Campground, one camper mentioned, "Good fishing and nice trails. Nice campsites, some big enough for trailers. Bathrooms were very clean." Fishing licenses with proper endorsements may be required.
Canoe rentals: Access waterways directly from several glamping sites. A camper at Philadelphia-West Chester KOA shared, "This campground is right on a creek with availability to use canoes." Rental prices typically range from $20-40 per half day.
Farm animal interactions: Some glamping resorts include livestock viewing areas. At Lake-In-Wood, a visitor reported, "Huge pond for fishing, miniature gold, nice indoor and outdoor pool and a kiddie pool. Goats to pet and watch."
What Campers Like
Proximity to attractions: Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA earns praise for its location. A camper noted, "This is a very nice KOA, just over the Delaware River from Philly. The park is clean, quiet, full of families. The staff are friendly and welcoming. It's easy to navigate to the park from the interstate, and big rigs fit easily."
Nature immersion: The wooded settings provide natural ambiance. One visitor to Hibernia County Park said, "Fantastic weekend with family. Large campsites at the Lake Loop. Map is a little deceiving - the sites are farther from the lake than I expected. Very clean and wooded sites. Walking/hiking trails and the lake were super peaceful."
Unique accommodations: Specialty structures draw interest. A Lake-In-Wood camper mentioned, "There are a lot of really neat and different rentals here like a tree house, double decker bus, among others. Nice playground for the kids and a small arcade."
Seasonal activities: Programs change throughout the year. At Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA, a visitor commented, "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. Maybe that's why it was so peaceful, but every night after my cacophonous conference in Philadelphia, I couldn't wait to turn down Timberlane Road and see that little KOA sign glowing in the darkness."
What You Should Know
Site conditions vary: Terrain may affect setup and comfort. At French Creek State Park Campground, a camper advised, "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."
Water conditions: Some locations have water quality issues. A Parvin State Park visitor warned, "The water has a very high iron content. I couldn't even use it for tooth brushing. Most of the showers were out of order. The toilets were clean but had the orange staining from the iron in the water."
Seasonal operating hours: Several locations limit availability. One Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA visitor noted, "We stayed here for 3 nights while visiting family In Philadelphia. This does close for winter and reopens in April but call park for exact closure dates because they do change."
Bathroom facilities: Amenities differ between locations. At Lums Pond State Park Campground, a camper praised, "The bath house was absolutely immaculate, and the design made even my public-bathroom-phobic sister-in-law comfortable and at ease."
Tips for Camping with Families
Playground access: Choose sites near play areas for convenience. A visitor to Old Cedar Campground shared, "My grandchildren loved visiting us, pool was clean - they had a few items that they could borrow - fishing was great - playground was adequate. Mini golf was fun for all."
Activity scheduling: Plan around organized events. At Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - Elmer, a camper noted, "We spent fathers day weekend and they had a breakfast, games and crafts geared towards it. The pool and splash park were great but you needed to be at least 42 inches to go on the slide or bounce house."
Swimming options: Several locations offer pools with varying features. One Philadelphia-West Chester KOA visitor mentioned, "The facilities are clean, and the grounds are well kept. They have activities like mini golf, pedal carts, jump pillow and a pool. Being on the Brandywine, you can fish and rent canoes."
Site selection: Research specific site features. A French Creek camper advised, "Loop C is the only loop that allows pets. I expected it to be much noisier than it was. All of the dogs were well behaved, and we didn't have any problems as we took our walks around the loop."
Tips from RVers
Site access considerations: Some locations have challenging entrances. At Philadelphia-West Chester KOA, a visitor cautioned, "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."
Hookup locations: Utilities may require specific setup. One Lums Pond State Park Campground visitor appreciated, "Beautiful park setting with fantastic site— spacious, level, good-working hookups, and paved."
Leveling requirements: Terrain affects vehicle positioning. A French Creek camper noted, "The site was fairly level, side-to-side, so I really only needed to level front to back. That was a bonus."
Length restrictions: Certain loops have size limitations. At Hibernia County Park, a camper shared, "We mostly camp in a 28ft 5th wheel and though at first glance the sites don't look big enough to house an RV, there are a few sites that will, including #3, #17 & #18 and plenty of sites will fit a small RV or pop up camper. They aren't level, but nothing a little creative positioning can't fix."
