4 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Several RV campgrounds near Millersville provide full-hookup options for recreational vehicles, making the area a practical base for exploring Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Spring Gulch Resort Campground in New Holland offers spacious RV sites with 50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections, operating from March through December. Sun Valley Campground in Narvon features big-rig-friendly pull-through RV pads with full hookups on mostly level terrain. "Sites were nice size and orderly. Site next to us had a pipe break, they had a maintenance crew come out immediately and fix it," noted one visitor who stayed at Spring Gulch. Thousand Trails Circle M in Lancaster accommodates RVs with water, electric, and sewer hookups from April through late November, though some reviews indicate sites may be close together like parking spaces.
Seasonal availability varies significantly across these parks, with most operating from early April through October or November. Dump stations can become congested during peak checkout times, particularly at Spring Gulch where reviews mention only two stations serving the entire property. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the region, with most campgrounds reporting 2-4 bars of LTE coverage on major carriers. Pet policies allow animals at nearly all locations, though some seasonal events may create noise considerations. Several reviewers noted that many RV parks in the area contain a high percentage of seasonal residents, with one camper estimating "90% of the people here are full time" at Sun Valley Campground. Advance reservations are strongly recommended during fall foliage season and summer weekends when Amish country tourism peaks.
"There was a craft show in the barn which was nice. Only two dump stations for a pretty large park. We would camp here again but not over a holiday."
"The campsites available are primitive or have water and electric and bathhouses / restrooms are located in a few spots around the park. Fire rings are at each site, but appear to get moved a lot."
"The biggest downside to this particular campground is its very close proximity to the PA Turnpike, which while convenient, might detract a bit from the peace & quiet you might be expecting when here"
"Tucked into the rolling, wooded hills of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country RV Resort offers a unique blend of peaceful countryside and activity-packed camping, all just a stone"
"I got an amazingly large site with a nice fire pit and picnic table. The site was very level so that was great! Nice indoor and outdoor pools! Cable TV isn't free, but I never use it anyway."
"We got pretty lucky and were assigned one of the concrete pads that was pretty level. It is absolutely beautiful out."
"Well wooded campground with friendly staff and guests. The only minor complaint is that the camp store was sparsely supplied. B+ little gem of a campground."
"Showed up on Wednesday, and was assigned a spot in loop 700 up on a hill in the center of a ring of trailers, past a lot of full-timers. Cable does not work. No internet. 2 bars LTE on T-Mobile."
"While its proximity to the highway makes access easy, the property itself is gated, organized into distinct camping zones and packed with amenities that clearly cater to longer stays and families looking"
"campground so inconveniently located (more on this later) right next to highway I76."
"While it offers nice amenities and a shuttle to Hersheypark, the campground itself is very tight, cramped, and hard to navigate."
"I stayed at HersheyPark Camping Resort with my family over the extended Easter weekend this year. "
from $50 - $60 / night
"My family and I stayed at Lake In Wood for 4 days. The campground is very well maintained , and the staff is very nice."
"From the spotlessly clean grounds to the nice facilities this is a favorite of ours. There are lots of seasonal sites but there also lots of visitors too."
from $40 - $60 / night
"We stayed at Appalachian to visit a friend who has a seasonal site. Our site was full hook up."
"Family friendly. Lots for the kids to do."
"It's too bad it is mainly seasonal sites back there. This campground is called Robin HILL for a reason. You will get you exercise walking to the pond, pool, capstone or basketball courts."
"Although they do have sites for tents, this seems to be better suited for RVers and renting cabins. Many of the people we met during our stay are regulars."
"There seem to be a lot of seasonal campers but everyone was extremely nice and welcoming. We had a pull-through site with W/S/E, which made dumping, etc much easier that pulling to a dump site."
"It’s a nice campground with a lot of amenities for all. Everyone whom I had contact with that had season sites were very friendly and provided some good info."
TravelerCountry Acres is a lovely, well maintained campground. Sites are level and bath house facilities clean and modern. Friendly staff in the office. Dog friendly. Local to all the Lancaster attractions. A complimentary farmland tour is offered by bus and it was great. They take you out into an area of Amish farms and shops and make a stop at 2 of these. The fresh Amish pretzels are amazing!
GuideGreat campsite. Fire pit, picnic table, swimming pool ( not open), miniature golf course, laundromat, bathrooms, showers, dump station, gathering areas for groups, playground, and even a horse area and stalls for horses. Dog friendly. Staff was very helpful and curious.
GuideWe booked two nights mid October not realizing that it's duck hunting season and that hunting is allowed RIGHT by the campground - with kids everywhere. We were jolted out of sleep at 5 am by gun fire right near our site. It kept up for the next hour. In addition, the bathrooms, although clean are in poor condition. Peeling paint everywhere with bare concrete in the showers. For such a pretty site, we had a miserable stay. We left after one night.
GuideWhere we were camping had blown up their dump station. Artillery Ridge helped us out. $10. to dump. If we come to camp in Gettysburg, it will be hear.
GuideYou just can't beat a pennsylvania park. This one is not an exception. Nice clean restroom, plenty of room. Now, what cost a star. Yes, it rained like hell. When we broke camp and go dump. The dump station was overflowing with sewer. Go to the guard shack to tell them, and find another site. None there. Can I go to an unused full hookup to dump? No! I would have to pay for the site. Two hours later, we found a place to dump for $10.
ScoutThe advertisements for Olde Mill Campground were disingenuous. The campsite was 20 yards from a roller coaster. The NOISE of the roller coaster and children on it screaming was as relentless and unnerving as any train we have ever slept near. There was no quiet until almost midnight. The “pull-through” site left my truck almost in the road and our 25’ Airstream slightly over the road on the backside. The site was not level. The sites were close enough to hear a neighbor’s snoring.
GuideWe stayed here to go to the Hershey RV show—about 55 min drive. Right in the center of Amish country. Campground is adults only. It was very clean. The bathrooms were very clean with great water pressure. The roads are tight for getting into sites. Site 5 was not level side to side. We met great people there.
GuideWe only spent the night and didn't look at the amenities. The manager was very friendly and accommodating.
ScoutThe campground is in excellent condition. The facilities are top notch. The excellence and care of the campground is evident. The 4 stars is only due to the road noise and many of the sites are on top of each other. You feel like your neighbor is at your camp fire.
Camping options near Millersville, Pennsylvania range from forested retreats to Amish country getaways within a 30-mile radius. The region features rolling hills with elevations between 300-1,200 feet and experiences four distinct seasons, with summer temperatures averaging 80-85°F. Most campgrounds in the area sit on former farmland, with many preserving original barns and agricultural features that provide unique camping settings.
Explore Amish country attractions: Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country offers an authentic cultural experience. "Not much for amenities, but I loved the surrounding dutch/Amish towns! It was pretty cool to seemingly step back in time," notes Jill R. The campground serves as a convenient base for exploring Pennsylvania Dutch culture and rural landscapes.
Visit Hershey attractions: Located about 30 minutes from Millersville, Thousand Trails Hershey provides access to chocolate-themed attractions. "The campground is part of Hershey and as such offers good discounts to Hersheypark. While it offers nice amenities and a shuttle to Hersheypark, the campground itself is very tight, cramped, and hard to navigate," explains Rick B., highlighting the tradeoff between location and comfort.
Fishing opportunities: Many campgrounds maintain stocked ponds for recreational fishing. "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," mentions Steve R. from Spring Gulch Resort Campground. Several campgrounds enforce catch-and-release policies, so bring appropriate gear if planning to fish.
Indoor and outdoor pool options: Thousand Trails Circle M features both indoor and outdoor swimming facilities. "They have an indoor and outdoor pool. Nice playground. We were down by the river and had a lot of room on our site," shares Leanne B. Seasonal availability varies, with most outdoor pools operating from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Family activities: Many campgrounds schedule regular events. "Fun activities for kids and adults," says Stacey T. about Spring Gulch. Lake-In-Wood Campground offers "Great pools and classes (water aerobics was fun for everyone)," according to Meag F., who adds they "did have a mini golf course too."
Clean facilities: Bathroom quality varies significantly between campgrounds. "Very clean campground. Clean bath houses and staff was friendly," mentions Dawn T. about Spring Gulch. Campers consistently mention cleanliness as a primary factor in their reviews, with many noting regular maintenance schedules posted in common areas.
Shooting ranges near campgrounds: Several campgrounds sit near target practice facilities. "This campground has nice large sites, shade and sunny, full hookups, clean pool, playground, super clean laundry room and bathrooms. The only thing that is negative is that there is a shooting range right next door. It is pretty consistent from lunch to dinner," warns Tara N. about Pinch Pond Family Campground.
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the area have uneven terrain. "We were in two different sites: the first was a two point site (water and electric) the road was dirt it seemed separate from the main drag of the campground, sites were wide but not very deep," explains Kasey M. about Thousand Trails Circle M. Bring extra leveling blocks, especially for larger RVs.
High percentage of seasonal campers: Many RV parks function partly as residential communities. "This is a basic campground with a swimming pool, a store and laundry. The sites are gravel and most are not level. They are not well maintained as the site next to us has weeds a foot high," reports James G. about Thousand Trails Hershey.
Playground access considerations: Drummer Boy Camping Resort offers playground facilities but with limitations. "In my opinion as a mom of small kids maybe the worst part was that there was only 1 playground, it was all the way at the front of the campground (we had to drive to it) and it was very junky and run down," notes Chelsea.
Weekend activities scheduling: Weekends bring special programming at many campgrounds. "We happened to be there on the weekend a magician came, my kids loved it," shares Leanne B. about Thousand Trails Circle M. Most activities run between 10am-8pm, with craft sessions typically scheduled in mornings and entertainment in evenings.
Sports equipment availability: "Lots of sports gear available for free to use within park, has to be returned by 5 when main office closes," mentions Beth B. about Spring Gulch Resort. Several campgrounds provide volleyball nets, horseshoes, and basketball courts, though many require deposits for equipment.
Site selection strategies: Experienced RV campers recommend specific areas within campgrounds. "For RVers, I would recommend sites #102–120, again, in the far rear or sites #308–317 along Angler's Way," suggests Stuart K. about Pinch Pond Family Campground, noting these locations offer more privacy and less noise.
Dump station timing: Many RVers recommend using dump stations during off-peak hours. "The biggest downside to this particular campground is its very close proximity to the PA Turnpike, which while convenient, might detract a bit from the peace & quiet you might be expecting," Stuart K. adds about RV camping near Millersville at Pinch Pond.
Sewer connection challenges: "The biggest complaint about our site was that the sewer hookup was inconveniently placed about six inches above the ground which meant that it would not drain properly (even with a slinky placed under it)," reports Nancy W. about Drummer Boy Camping Resort, highlighting the importance of bringing extension hoses and connectors for problematic hookups.
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