Stephen W.
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GuideMill Bridge Village & Camp Resort
Great olacevto camp in Lancaster County
We camp here several times thru out the year. Always an enjoyable stay. Staff is very friendly and accommodating.
Best Campgrounds near Hummelstown, PA
Hummelstown, Pennsylvania and the surrounding area provides several established campgrounds for various camping styles. Hersheypark Camping Resort, located near the popular amusement park, offers tent sites, RV spaces, cabins, and glamping accommodations with shuttle service to Hershey attractions. Other nearby options include Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA, Thousand Trails Hershey, and Harrisburg East Campground, all within 10-15 miles of Hummelstown. Most campgrounds in this region support multiple accommodation types, with cabin camping available at several properties including Pinch Pond Family Campground and Hershey Road Campground.
Camping season typically runs from April through October at most established campgrounds near Hummelstown, though some facilities like Jonestown/Hershey KOA and Harrisburg East remain open year-round. Water hookups may be disconnected during winter months at some locations. Most campgrounds require reservations, particularly during summer and holiday weekends when Hershey attractions draw large crowds. The region experiences four distinct seasons with hot, humid summers and cold winters. Rail lines run through parts of the area, potentially affecting campsite selection. A visitor noted, "There is a freight train that runs next to the park. It is loud but it didn't bother us. It wouldn't deter me from returning."
Campers consistently mention proximity to Hershey attractions as a key benefit when staying at campgrounds in the Hummelstown area. Several visitors highlight shuttle services offered by Hersheypark Camping Resort as particularly valuable. Site spacing varies significantly across campgrounds, with some areas providing more privacy than others. One camper reported, "The sites are not all cramped together and the campground is huge. There is a very well stocked store. They don't sell alcohol but there is a shopping center within walking distance with restaurants and liquor stores!" Water features like creeks and ponds enhance certain camping areas, with reviews often mentioning waterfront sites positively. Campground amenities typically include showers, restrooms, and recreational facilities such as pools, playgrounds, or sports courts, with cleanliness standards varying by property.
Best Camping Sites Near Hummelstown, Pennsylvania (157)
1. Hersheypark Camping Resort
30 ReviewsHummelstown, PA1 mileWebsite+1 (833) 936-0949"This campground has a little something for everyone, from full hook up sites neatly stacked next to each other, to quiet patches of grass next to the river."
"They don’t sell alcohol but there is a shopping center within walking distance with restaurants and liquor stores! Even a supermarket. There is shuttle service to the park."
2. Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground
57 ReviewsWellsville, PA18 milesWebsite+1 (717) 292-4112$24 - $89 / night
"We have a small camper and there are some great sites on the lake side to park it where you can get AMAZING sunset views. "
"We had site 108 which is an electric site along the shore and close to the beach, and it was perfect for our needs. "
3. Thousand Trails Hershey
21 ReviewsMount Gretna, PA10 milesWebsite+1 (888) 707-1477$50 - $60 / night
"The first thing to know is that Thousand Trails sites are a first come, first serve. Meaning you have to arrive early in order to get the best spots. They don't reserve sites for you."
"This is a clean, nice looking campground in a location very close to Hershey park and the outlets. It’s a very nice area."
4. Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA
15 ReviewsElizabethtown, PA9 milesWebsite+1 (717) 367-7718$45 - $279 / night
"There was a bathhouse and dish sink nearby, as well as the entrance to a nice little nature trail a few sites down. "
"Large and easy to enter/exit sites. Wifi was pretty good. (It helped that the antenna was right beside our site!) Cable TV, too! Everyone we talked to was nice and friendly."
5. Pinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park
15 ReviewsMount Gretna, PA14 milesWebsite+1 (717) 665-7640"Set just off I-76 in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country, Pinch Pond Family Campground& RV Park is a large, all-in-one, family-focused campground with a layout that feels more like a small neighborhood"
"campground so inconveniently located (more on this later) right next to highway I76."
6. Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country
14 ReviewsMount Gretna, PA14 milesWebsite+1 (888) 707-1477"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"
"this campground is completely surrounded by a fairly dense forest, which likely is what blocks any irritable sound and most certainly blocks any highway or traffic visibility."
7. Jonestown/Hershey KOA
16 ReviewsJonestown, PA17 milesWebsite+1 (717) 865-6411"Love the close proximity to the highway and gas. We didn’t eat there but they had a restaurant! Lots of activities for the kids. Wooded sites and very clean bathrooms."
"Pet friendly and you can access the Appalachian trail from campground. Lots of great food and places to go in the area. They have a river that is great for kayaking or tubing."
8. River Rock Recreation
5 ReviewsBainbridge, PA11 milesWebsite$75 - $90 / night
"There is no on site running water or electric but they did leave us with a 5 gallon water jug and a 5 gallon shower bag to use in the outside shower."
"https://www.riverrockadv.com/#/ I was fortunate enough to find this local gem while browsing“camping near me”. Not only that, my unlucky butt won a 2 night stay there!"
9. Harrisburg East Campground
2 ReviewsSteelton, PA5 milesWebsite+1 (717) 939-4331$84 - $94 / night
"The highway bordered it on one side and while we were on the other side of the campground we could still hear the noise if our door was open. Our site was level, but many were not."
"The sites that were close to the interstate were noisy from traffic. Also it was close to Harrisburg International Airport so planes also made it noisy at times."
10. Hershey Road Campground
1 ReviewElizabethtown, PA7 milesWebsite+1 (844) 476-6737"Very close to Hersheypark. Nicest miniature golf course I’ve ever seen at a RV park. Same can be said for the swimming pool, absolutely beautiful. Great little dog park as well. "
Recent Camping Photos near Hummelstown, PA
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Circle S Farm Camping
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Pinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park
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Recent Reviews near Hummelstown, PA
1094 Reviews of 157 Hummelstown Campgrounds
Nicole S.
LegendLake-In-Wood Campground
Sun Retreats Lancaster County - Easter Weekend
Like always we like to begin our camping season with a Easter Weekend Trip, my husband's family is partial to the Lancaster Area, so we headed there to Sun Retreats Lancaster. As we drove up I loved the look and location of the campground. You could see there was a indoor pool setup, arcade, playground, store, ice cream, mini-golf and a huge lake and that was everything we saw from the truck. We pulled up to a gate and a guy came out of the shed next to it to check us in.
The campground looked well maintained, the sports were on both sides of the lake and they offered many different options like woods or open, pull through or back up. We choose a really wooded site. It was tight getting in but I can't complain I don't drive the truck. It seemed like there was a fair amount of seasonal sites but they didn't overwhelm the place. I could see also a lot of cabins there were some shaped like teepees, a frontier cabin, and a caboose. They had a fair amount of open grass to play and enjoy. You can bring your own golfcart or they have on site rentals also.
They had an activity list that would help keep everyone busy, they had a mini golf course that was in great shape, an arcade which was definitely lacking in the game department, I think there was 4 pinball machines, 2 Skee ball, 3 racing games, and the play to you win machine. The playground x2 were both in great condition with a lot to keep kids playing on. I can only comment on the indoor pool which at the time was said to be under construction however still open, the water was on the colder side and the hot tube the same temp as the pool, the ceiling had been ripped off so the iron rusting beams were exposed and rust falling down. The kids still went in the pool unfortunately the air from the open window made them too cold so we didn't stay long. I am hoping it will be finished because the concept of the indoor-outdoor pool area looks so fun.
The staff was extremely helpful and super friendly. The store was fully stocked with everything you could want. The bathrooms were all kept so clean and in working order with hot water. We enjoyed the area we ventured out to see the Choo Choo barn, the green dragon flea market, and kitchen kettle village which are a must if your in the area. We also choose to hike the Welsh Preserve and Money Rock. The lake had a path you could walk completely around and you could choose to fish if that's your thing.
I would definitely return to this campground again, we had 8 sites in total and we all really thought it was a wonderful place and really enjoyed our holiday weekend there. It was very busy but the staff was present but not overbearing. People were very respectful and friendly.
Stuart K.LegendThousand Trails PA Dutch Country
Amish Country Charm with a Resort Twist
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’s throw from the PA Turnpike.
While my review from a few years ago provides a ton of detail, I thought I would follow up that review with a topline of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS along with a smattering of new photos.
HIGHLIGHTS:(1) Expansive campground with 250+ sites offering full hookups, giving plenty of options for both short stays and longer visits;(2) Resort-style amenities including pool, mini golf, clubhouse, playgrounds, and organized activities that keep families engaged throughout the day;(3) Beautiful wooded setting with dense tree coverage that creates a surprisingly secluded feel despite proximity to major highways;(4) Ideal location for exploring Pennsylvania Dutch Country, with scenic farmland, covered bridges, and charming nearby towns just minutes away; and(5) Strong sense of community with events like bingo, crafts, and family activities that give it that classic ‘summer camp” vibe.
LOWLIGHTS:(1) Sloped terrain throughout much of the campground can make leveling a bit tricky depending on your site;(2) Close proximity to the PA Turnpike may be a concern for some, even though tree coverage helps reduce both noise and visibility;(3) Wi-Fi is not complimentary and can be an added cost, which feels a bit dated for a“resort” experience;(4) Membership requirement through Thousand Trails can be a barrier for first-time or casual campers; and(5) Limited tent site availability compared to the large number of RV sites, making it less flexible for non-RV travelers
Happy Camping!
- Stuart K.Legend
Pinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park
Amenity-Packed Campground in PA Dutch Country
Set just off I-76 in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country, Pinch Pond Family Campground& RV Park is a large, all-in-one, family-focused campground with a layout that feels more like a small neighborhood than a traditional woods-only campsite. 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 for built-in entertainment.
HIGHLIGHTS:(1) Full-service resort-style amenities including pool, playground, arcade, laundry, propane refills, dump stations, sports field, picnic tables and in-ground fire rings throughout the property;(2) Wide variety of lodging options including RV sites with 30/50 amp hookups, water, sewer and cable, primitive tent sites, and multiple on-site cottages for non-campers;(3) Gated entrance and very welcoming, helpful staff at check-in with a well-stocked camp store offering snacks, ice cream, sundries and souvenirs;(4) Strong family appeal with fishing pond, barn, open play areas and space for kids to roam safely; and(5) Excellent location for regional attractions including Hershey Park, Chocolate World, Amish countryside tours and the nearby wolf sanctuary with guided educational tours.
LOWLIGHTS:(1) Immediate proximity to I-76 means persistent highway noise day and night with no real sound buffer;(2) Access is oddly indirect despite being next to the turnpike, requiring a several-mile loop through countryside roads to reach the entrance;(3) Overall layout is wide open with limited natural privacy between many RV sites;(4) Nearby shooting range produces frequent target practice noise, especially noticeable during early morning hours; and(5) Pricing for primitive tent sites feels disproportionately high compared to full-hookup RV rates.
Happy Camping!
- RRandy L.
ScoutFrench Creek State Park Campground
French Creek State Park
This is our 3rd time at this park, it is one of our favorites. Well maintained, very quiet. We stay in Loop A (full hookup) pet friendly. Sites are spacious, generally large but they are all back-in sites.
- EEileen D.Guide
Echo Valley Campground
Nice park
Owners are very friendly and helpful. Sites are large and roomy.
Jenni D.ScoutHidden Acres Camping Grounds
Hidden gem
Small family owed for 50 plus years. They care about their guests and treat everyone like they are part of the family. The only thing about this campground is that it doesn't allow tents. Only RVs and pull behind.
Etzer D.GuideGifford Pinchot State Park Campground
Excellent
We had a beautiful spot at a stones throw from the beach area. The water was great and clean and a good temperature at this time of year. Our camping site was huge. We had some people come over and hang out with us and they did not feel cramped. The kids had a fantastic time and definitely wanna come back.
- Etzer D.Guide
Colonel Denning State Park Campground
Great creekside spot
The weather wasn’t too great, but the campaign joy could not be hampered. We had a great spot along the creek, which was also a short walk from the lake. The bathroom facilities are fantastic nice and clean couldn’t be happier.
Guide to Hummelstown
Camping spots near Hummelstown, Pennsylvania offer diverse experiences from basic primitive sites to comprehensive resorts with Hershey attractions nearby. The area sits in the Susquehanna River Valley at elevations ranging from 361-690 feet, creating varied camping terrain with rolling hills and river access. Most campsites in the region have gravel pads, though tent campers should prepare for sites that aren't always perfectly level.
What to do
Water recreation along Swatara Creek: Jonestown/Hershey KOA provides excellent creek access for water activities. "The Swatara creek runs right next to it so it is great for kayaking, tubing, etc. Highly recommend," notes one visitor. The campground also connects to the Swatara Rail trail, perfect for biking enthusiasts.
Fishing opportunities: Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground offers excellent fishing access with multiple shore locations. "Great time camping. We took our 3 yo camping for the first time here. He had so much fun. It was clean campground located in a State Park. Easy walk to the lake with a small beach. There was also a beach location on the state park side vs campground side of the lake," shares one reviewer.
Private river camping: For a completely different experience, River Rock Recreation offers exclusive riverfront camping. "This is a single campsite that you rent, no other campers on site unless you are bringing them with you! You can camp with up to 10 people and there is certainly plenty of room for everyone to spread out," notes a visitor who enjoyed the privacy.
What campers like
Spacious sites at certain campgrounds: Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA receives praise for its site layout. "Site Details: I forget our site#, but we were in the wooded area farthest from the central hub. Our site was level, shaded and quite large. Almost every site in this section was similarly large and wooded, with an impressive amount of space between sites for a KOA."
Clean facilities: Pinch Pond Family Campground consistently earns praise for maintenance. "Clean bathrooms and showers. The sites were of ample size and well spaced," notes one visitor. Another adds, "The office and grounds keeping staff were super friendly and helpful."
Swimming options: Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country provides swimming facilities that families appreciate. "The Campground itself has tons of amenities from a pool, kids and adult lounges, basketball court, mini golf, ice cream in the store, a store and hiking trails," reports one camper, though they note sites can be uneven.
What you should know
Train noise affects several campgrounds: Many campgrounds in the area have train lines nearby. At Hersheypark Camping Resort, "Nice camp ground but super loud bc of the trains. Bath houses are nice and clean. I would suggest making sure you aren't close to the tracks bc the trains run all night long!"
Shooting ranges near some campgrounds: Pinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park is located near a shooting range. "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."
Campsite leveling challenges: Many campsites in the region require leveling equipment. At Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country, "Unlevel is an understatement we were in E row and every camper there had front end 4 foot off the ground. Many other sites were the same."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly arcade options: Pinch Pond provides arcade games with a reward system children enjoy. "Their game room has tickets. This is the one and only campground we have ever visited that gave tickets for playing games and my kids LOVED IT! It was like camping and going to chuckie cheese at the same time."
Tent sites with amenities: At Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA, "They have upgraded the tent sites since last year, no more primitive sites, all the tent sites are now mulch pad with water and electric. Bathrooms are very clean and modern, but a decent walk from tent sites."
Lake access for children: Hersheypark Camping Resort offers water features alongside their pool. "We camped right up against the lazy River, the campground was pretty open because it was a weekday. It had really nice bathrooms and showers."
Tips from RVers
Site selection for privacy: At Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA, RVers recommend selecting sites carefully. "If you're looking for trees and privacy, stick to the sites at the bottom of the hill(top of the CG map). The sites closer to the entrance of the park near all the amenities were definitely packed in tightly."
Length restrictions: Some campgrounds restrict access based on RV length. At Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country, "Depending on your rig size you're only available certain sites. They won't give you a 50 amp site unless your 50 amp or 40', they save them for larger campers."
Advance arrival recommended: At Thousand Trails properties, timing affects site selection. "The first thing to know is that Thousand Trails sites are a first come, first serve. Meaning you have to arrive early in order to get the best spots. They don't reserve sites for you. For everyone complaining about driving around and not finding spots, if you get there early enough around 1 pm, you won't have a problem."
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Hummelstown, PA?
Which is the most popular campground near Hummelstown, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hummelstown, PA is Hersheypark Camping Resort with a 4-star rating from 30 reviews.
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