Cabins near Mont Clare, Pennsylvania offer visitors a chance to explore the rolling hills of southeastern Pennsylvania where elevations range from 200-600 feet. The region experiences distinct seasons with humid summers averaging 85°F and winters dropping to the 20s. Local state parks and private campgrounds remain operational year-round, with most cabin amenities available regardless of season.
What to do
Hiking trails access: At French Creek State Park Campground, several interconnected trails provide terrain for all skill levels. "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.
Disc golf challenges: Boulder Woods Campground features an extensive disc golf course that attracts enthusiasts. "They also have a disc golf course and they rent and sell discs. That's where we fell in love with disc golf," shares Erik W., highlighting this unique recreational opportunity.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple bodies of water exist for anglers throughout the area. At Evansburg State Park Campground, fishing is particularly productive. "Great park to do everything outdoorsy including, hiking, horseback riding, hunting and fishing. I caught a beautiful Brown Trout here a few weeks ago!" mentions J K.
Winter recreation: Several campgrounds operate cabin accommodations through winter months. "Stayed over for one night in early December. Showers and bathrooms were great! The honor system of payment at the office makes it really easy to come in late and leave early," explains Galit P. about French Creek State Park Campground.
What campers like
Spacious campsites: Visitors consistently mention the generous space between sites at many locations. "It was a little hard to find my final destination to put up my tent but I eventually found it," mentions Anna N. about Nockamixon State Park Cabins.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and shower areas receive frequent positive mentions. "The bath house in this loop was adequate and includes two dish washing stations outside. The showers had good pressure and hot water," notes Ellen C. about French Creek State Park.
Family activities: Campgrounds typically offer programming beyond hiking and fishing. "Great campground with lots of amenities. The staff was friendly, the store had essentials and more, and there was great hiking right from the grounds," shares Maggie H. about Blue Rocks Family Campground.
Rural scenery: The pastoral setting enhances the cabin experience. "Great site (once you're in it!) including patio furniture on a paver patio and seating around an upgraded fire pit. The landscaping made up for the tight squeeze," writes Matt S. about Philadelphia-West Chester KOA.
What you should know
Seasonal closures: Many campgrounds restrict operations during winter months. "This is a nice KOA, just over the Delaware River from Philly. The park is clean, quiet, full of families. Note- this does close for winter and reopens in April but call park for exact closure dates because they do change," advises Travyl Couple about Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA.
Reservation requirements: Advance booking is essential, particularly for cabins and during peak seasons. "Stayed here in our RV. It was the closest campground to Philly so we called a Lyft to get us into the city. The staff was super friendly and helpful," says Rae M.
Site selection matters: Not all sites accommodate larger tents or RVs comfortably. "The tent sites are on dirt and not stone which we enjoyed, I hate stone under my tent," mentions Karralee B. about Boulder Woods Campground.
Varying amenities: Cabin features differ significantly between locations. "The cabins were recently added and are super clean inside. The one we stayed in had a set of bunk beds, a queen bed, and a fold out couch. It also had a bathroom with shower/tub and everything you would need except linens," explains Phinon W. about Spring Gulch Resort Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature updated play equipment. "Nice little playground for the kids. We camped here couple weeks ago its close to kitchen kettle village and the outlets," shares Arnold M. about Lancaster-New Holland KOA.
Kid-friendly hikes: Shorter trail options exist for families with young children. "This is a great place to write. Super quiet," notes Scott M., suggesting Lancaster-New Holland KOA offers peaceful surroundings for families needing downtime between activities.
Swimming opportunities: Seasonal pool access provides water recreation. "It has awesome views. Nice little playground for the kids. This was a great place for us for the last camping of the season," comments Arnold M. about Lancaster-New Holland KOA.
Wildlife observation: Streams and wooded areas support diverse wildlife viewing opportunities. "Behind the campground is a pond that the kids love to visit and explore for fish, frogs and turtles," Christine D. mentions about Quakerwoods Campground.
Tips from RVers
Site terrain challenges: Some campgrounds present backing and leveling difficulties. "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," cautions Matt S. about Philadelphia-West Chester KOA.
Full-hookup availability: Water, electric, and sewer connections vary by campground and site. "The pet friendly loop was nice and had full hookup sites in that loop for those that need it," one visitor mentioned about cabin loops.
Off-season advantages: Shoulder seasons offer quieter experiences with full amenities. "We were in the D loop which is rustic with no hookups. Quiet, very few people mid-week. Spacious sites," reports Cheryl K. about French Creek State Park.
Pull-through options: Some campgrounds offer easier access sites. "Pull throughs offer the best views. Some buddy sites also available in pull through area," notes April L. about Lancaster-New Holland KOA, which can be particularly helpful for larger rigs.
