Best Campgrounds near Narvon, PA

Narvon, Pennsylvania sits within a diverse camping landscape where Pennsylvania Dutch Country meets outdoor recreation opportunities. Lake-In-Wood Campground in Narvon provides tent sites, RV hookups, and glamping options with full amenities, while French Creek State Park Campground in nearby Elverson offers a more natural setting with 200 individual sites across four loops. The region encompasses several family-oriented private campgrounds like Spring Gulch Resort and Red Run Campground, most featuring full hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings. State parks and private resorts within a 30-minute drive provide varying levels of development, from primitive tent sites to luxury glamping accommodations with pools and recreation facilities.

Reservations are essential during peak season from Memorial Day through Labor Day, with many campgrounds booking months in advance. Weather patterns in this part of Pennsylvania include humid summers with occasional thunderstorms and mild springs and falls ideal for camping. As one camper noted, "Beautiful picturesque campground with large spots and a lot of trees. Very quiet and close enough to Lancaster for shopping." Campground facilities vary significantly, with state parks typically offering more spacious sites but fewer amenities, while private campgrounds provide more hookups and recreational facilities. Road access is generally good throughout the region, though some campgrounds have narrow, winding approach roads that can be challenging for larger RVs.

The camping experience near Narvon blends natural settings with proximity to Amish country attractions. Many campgrounds feature wooded sites that provide shade and privacy, with several offering water access for fishing or paddling. Visitors frequently mention the cultural attractions nearby, including covered bridges, roadside markets, and Amish farms. A reviewer at Pequea Creek Campground highlighted, "We enjoyed the birds singing in the mornings and welcomed grandkids' visit for splashing and floating in Pequea Creek." Bathroom facilities receive mixed reviews across the region, with some campgrounds maintaining clean, modern facilities while others struggle with upkeep. The camping season generally runs from April through October, though some campgrounds like Old Mill Stream remain open year-round.

Best Camping Sites Near Narvon, Pennsylvania (132)

    1. French Creek State Park Campground

    81 Reviews
    Geigertown, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 582-9680

    $20 - $75 / night

    "We were looking for someplace close to the city but away from the hustle and bustle of our city life, this was the perfect little steal-away; relatively close by, great car camping spots, nice easy hikes"

    "Campground Review: French Creek State Park Campground is located in Elverson, Pennsylvania and sits adjacent to Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site."

    2. Lake-In-Wood Campground

    22 Reviews
    Narvon, PA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 445-5525

    $40 - $60 / night

    "It rained the entire time I was there so we didn’t go in the pool but the campground is walkable, I was able to go running, there are things for kids to do, some animals to go visit on our walks, obviously"

    "You must try the family style restaurants in the area, delicious and close by as well. Overall a great experience and I would go again for sure :-)"

    3. Spring Gulch Resort Campground

    16 Reviews
    Narvon, PA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Site next to us had a pipe break, they had a maintenance crew come out immediately and fix it. Amish stores/attractions close by for some entertainment also."

    "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."

    4. Lancaster-New Holland KOA

    12 Reviews
    Narvon, PA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 354-7926

    "This is a great spot for visiting Pennsylvania Amish of Lancaster County and about a one-hour drive to Hersheypark. "

    "Not too close to each other. Has a great view of the valley and Amish farms. Everyone has been very friendly. No pool but the kids seem to enjoy the playground."

    5. Beacon Hill Camping

    11 Reviews
    Concord, PA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 768-8775

    $57 - $70 / night

    "Located w/in walking distance of small town of Intercourse, PA, with plenty of shopping and Amish crafts. Very friendly people. Inexpensive stay."

    "Within walking distance are Amish shops, and guided tours into the Amish countryside. Restaurants are nearby. Clean and quiet area."

    6. Old Mill Stream Campground

    17 Reviews
    Lampeter, PA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 299-2314

    "Tent sites are lined up along the water which is great for fishing (especially when you need to stay close to the littles sleeping in the tent). Lots of benches lined up along the water."

    "Not to noisy being next to a theme park. The bath house was just remodeled so it's excellent! Good price!"

    7. Country Acres Campground

    11 Reviews
    Concord, PA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 983-3064

    "This is a great spot for visiting Pennsylvania Amish of Lancaster County and about a one-hour drive to Hersheypark.  Our site(# 837) was a good size for our motor home+ toad."

    "We stayed at one of the primitive tent sites with no hookups adjacent to the farm field. Watching a horse drawn equipment cutting grass while we cooked dinner was a joy."

    8. Mill Bridge Village & Camp Resort

    14 Reviews
    Concord, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 687-8181

    "Great, convenient location. Cost friendly considering the location. Clean grounds & maintained sites. Mix of open & shaded sites, all appear to be pretty level, our site was next to stream."

    "The site was right next to the creek. Shade is perfect for our dogs. Office personnel were so very helpful. Office does close at 4 but that is due to staff shortages."

    9. Hibernia County Park

    8 Reviews
    Coatesville, PA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 383-3812

    $15 - $50 / night

    "This campground has 2 small loops, the Lake Loop and the Fiddler's Loop. Lake loop is the bigger of the two, however the “sites” are smaller and it's more open. It is popular with group tenters."

    "Large campsites at the Lake Loop. Map is a little deceiving- the sites are farther from the lake than I expected and there are no running water bathrooms. Very clean and wooded sites."

    10. Sun Valley Campground

    6 Reviews
    Mohnton, PA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Our particular site was a bear to park in but once situated we were very happy.   The store is closed due to covid but the pool is open. "

    "The minute you walk into the office you get that" aha" moment. The office greets you with a smile and " Welcome to Sun Valley, how can I help you "."

Show More
Showing results 1-10 of 132 campgrounds

2025 Detourist Giveaway

Presented byToyota Trucks

Review Campgrounds. Win Prizes.

Enter to Win


Recent Reviews near Narvon, PA

995 Reviews of 132 Narvon Campgrounds


  • M
    Oct. 6, 2025

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Hard with a large group

    Harder to do with a large group due to the early quiet hours, but park is very nice and well kept

  • tThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 5, 2025

    Stoevers Dam Park

    Park is closed. We were kicked out.

    LThe park is a beautiful city park. There are 7 small, level, back-in sites with electric, a picnic table and fire pit. We arrived in a Sunday and you have to call for a permit, but the office is only open on M-F during working hours. At 8 pm, a police officer told us the park was closed because of a bear, but that they had not gotten around to putting up signs. Wound up in a Walmart instead.

  • Aly E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 2, 2025

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Dog owners read!

    There’s four loops. All connected A through D. We just needed a place to park and sleep so I got D011. Got there at 11pm and the D loop says no pets allowed. Not sure why when they are at every other loop but we had no where else to go and the area is pretty far off from anywhere else so the ol lab stayed in the camper. The bathrooms are tile and really nice with showers. And it was really quiet and chilly so a nice fall camp site. Just know ahead of time if you’re a dog owner!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Village Scene Park

    Tucked-Away Community Vibe

    I’m following up on my review from over a year ago with updated insights, additional photos and a quick breakdown of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS: 

    HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Convenient suburban location near Philadelphia yet surprisingly quiet; (2) Full-hookup RV sites with 30 / 50 amp, water, and sewer; (3) Affordable rates compared to other campgrounds in the region; (4) Smaller, tight-knit atmosphere with friendly long-term residents; (5) Pet-friendly, with walking areas and green space; and (6) Nearby restaurants include Franconi’s Pizzeria for classic pies and cheesesteaks and Appalachian Brewing Company with pub fare and house-brewed beers. 

    LOWLIGHTS: (1) Sites are narrow and can feel cramped, so don’t expect big pull-throughs; (2) Limited amenities with no pool, clubhouse, or playground; (3) Grounds feel more like a residential mobile home park than a campground; (4) Some infrastructure is dated and could use upgrades; and (5) Not much in the way of natural scenery because, um, this is urban camping. 

    Happy Camping!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Fort Washington State Park Campground

    Where George Washington Would've Ditched His Tent PPE

    I’m following up on my review from over a year ago with new photos, updated weathered campers’ tales and a quick snapshot of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS:

    HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Rustic group camping nestled in nearly 500 acres of lush forest that is perfect for history buffs and nature lovers alike; (2) Potable water and non-flush restrooms available year-round, because even Revolutionary War re-enactors need coffee breaks; (3) Over 3.5 miles of trails leading to Hawk Watch observation decks, which birders will marvel at and the rest of us will simply appreciate the vista; (4) Group tenting area that fits 20 to 100 people that is ideal for clans, clubs or covert woodland think tanks; and (5) Convenient to Philly (25 min), great for escaping crowds while still being able to Uber for donuts.

    LOWLIGHTS: (1) No RV or tent-by-the-river solo camping: group-only policy means solo adventurers need to carpool or carry heavy guilt; (2) Bathrooms are primitive and non-flush, so BYOTP as it’s campground chic here, not hotel lobby convenient; (3) Carry-in / carry-out trash policy means becoming one with your garbage until civilization or squirrels show up; (4) Cell service is ‘iffy’ at best, depending on how hard the woods are trying to keep you offline; and (5) No campfire tales about campers as noise is limited and so are late-night s'mores sessions.

    Happy Camping!

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 26, 2025

    Old Mill Stream Campground

    Great place to stay!

    This Campground is in the town of Lancaster, close to everything. A little complicated getting in, you need to turn in at the Cartoon Network Hotel driveway. Nice showers & friendly staff. Our site was asphalt, that was a treat, tho not all of them were...

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Alverthorpe Private Park

    Urban Camping Bliss

    I’m following up on my review from over a year ago with some refreshed insight, additional photos and, well, because once wasn’t enough, here’s a quick reel of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS: 

    HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Hidden slice of suburban woodland tucked just outside Philly that is serene enough to reset your social media–addled brain; (2) Flat, open terrain scattered with tall shade trees makes pitching your tent feel practically pastoral; (3) Surprisingly solid cell signal (T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T all wave hello), which is rare in inner-density camping and handy for emergency pizza delivery orders; (4) Short walk to a quaint lake and four-sided chimney for marshmallow toasting that offers low-key charm with built-in ambiance; and (5) Tons of shade completely shroud the entire campground area, so no need to bring those pesky shelters for added coverage. 

    LOWLIGHTS: (1) No restroom drama on the way in, but once you’re past the control building, basic camping reality bites; (2) Ancient shelter and group pavilion are charming in a ‘needs new plumbing’ sort of way; (3) Reaching the camping area involves navigating uneven steps as you won’t be able to drive to your actual campsite, which is great for adventure, but bad for sprained ankles; (4) Feels like a weekend-only myth where the park closes on holidays and deals in ‘control building hours’; and (5) This place is known to be full of litter and in dire need of some ground maintenance, so you might just want to bring an extra garbage bag and a rake to help out.

    Happy Camping!

  • Matt S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 21, 2025

    Stonybrook RV Resort

    This is a great place!

    We spent four nights at Stonybrook RV Resort in Lehighton, PA, for a quiet wedding anniversary getaway— and so glad we did. We paid$150 per night total for a FHU 50 Amp Premium Back-in site (#F20). This campground makes a great home-base while hanging out in the Pocono Mountains. 

    THINGS I LIKED: 

    • This place is in super condition— everything works as it’s supposed to and is clean and maintained 
    • The concrete pad/patio with Breeo smokeless fire pit, Adirondack chairs, and metal patio table and chairs made a great setup 
    • Our site(F20) is level and beautiful— spacious and beautifully landscaped 
    • We interacted with 5 members of their staff and all were welcoming and friendly to talk with 
    • There’s a heated pool behind the office/store so it’s not noisy for campers at their sites 

    THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH: 

    • Just one thing— the entrance made for a challenging entry up a steep grade, narrow roadway, and sharp turn in. I made it without problems, but it wasn’t easy in a 45’ motorhome towing a Jeep. This may be nitpicky— and I’m not complaining about it— just letting you know to expect it on arrival. 

    WOULD WE COME BACK? 

    • Absolutely, this is a great campground(I’ve already recommended it to my Newmar Kountry Klub chapter president as a possible site for a future rally).

Guide to Narvon

Camping near Narvon, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Biking: Explore the trails around the area. One camper mentioned, "Hiking and biking this park is fun," highlighting the great outdoor opportunities available at French Creek State Park Campground.
  • Fishing: Enjoy some fishing at nearby lakes. A review noted, "Nice fishing in the lake," at Lake-In-Wood Campground, making it a great spot for anglers.
  • Local Attractions: Visit local attractions like the nearby apple orchard mentioned by a camper who said, "Lots of neat things nearby such as an apple orchard," while staying at French Creek State Park Campground.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. One review stated, "Some of the cleanest camp bathrooms and showers I have seen," at Old Mill Stream Campground.
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Many campgrounds cater to families. A visitor at Blue Rocks Family Campground said, "Beautiful campground! Very family oriented and a great place for a weekend getaway in the woods!"
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy having room to spread out. A review from Lake-In-Wood Campground mentioned, "The sites appeared to all be a very good size."

What you should know:

  • Site Availability: Some campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-served basis. A camper at Thousand Trails Hershey noted, "This is a first come first serve campground in terms of picking sites."
  • Pet Policies: Not all campgrounds allow pets. For example, Philadelphia-West Chester KOA does not permit pets, as mentioned in a review.
  • Seasonal Closures: Some campgrounds have specific open seasons. For instance, Blue Rocks Family Campground is open from April 1 to November 1.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. A review from Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Quarryville said, "This place is awesome for kids and families!"
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to check out local attractions. A camper at Pequea Creek Campground mentioned, "We visited the playgrounds, hiked the trails and explored the creek area."
  • Pack Essentials: Bring along games and outdoor gear. One family at Lake-In-Wood Campground enjoyed the "indoor/outdoor pool" and "miniature golf available."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A review from Circle M RV and Camping Resort noted, "The sites are uneven. Must have leveling blocks."
  • Be Prepared for Crowds: Some campgrounds can get busy. A visitor at Thousand Trails Hershey mentioned, "It was a little weird for us but wasn’t a problem."
  • Know Your Amenities: Familiarize yourself with what’s available. A camper at Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA said, "The campground is very clean with no trash lying around."

Camping near Narvon, Pennsylvania, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RV enthusiast seeking adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Narvon, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Narvon, PA offers a wide range of camping options, with 132 campgrounds and RV parks near Narvon, PA and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Narvon, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Narvon, PA is French Creek State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 81 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Narvon, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Narvon, PA.