RV campgrounds near New Bloomfield, Pennsylvania sit in the rolling foothills of the Appalachian Mountains with elevations ranging from 400 to 800 feet. The area experiences distinct four seasons with summer highs typically reaching the mid-80s and winter lows often dropping into the 20s. Many campsites feature limestone outcroppings characteristic of the region's geology, with spring-fed creeks crossing through several properties.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: The Juniata River offers excellent smallmouth bass fishing accessible from River's Edge RV Park & Campground. "We stumbled upon this brand new campground along the Juniata River in Mifflintown PA... The campground offers direct access to the river for afternoon floats on tubes or kayaks and they're building a large dock for fishing," notes one visitor.
Explore Amish country: Several campgrounds provide access to authentic Pennsylvania Dutch experiences. "I don't know if the Amish camp, but regardless, if you'd like to experience what it's like to go camping in Amish country then Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country RV Resort has you covered," reports a camper. "You'll be engulfed by the incredibly rich, verdant countryside populated by incredibly rural residents who's ancestors settled this vast rich farmland a few hundred years ago."
Historical sites: Many travelers use New Bloomfield area campgrounds as a base for exploring nearby Gettysburg. At Drummer Boy Camping Resort, "Visiting the outlets or Gettysburg battlefield is close by," according to one camper. Another adds, "It's literally like a mile from downtown Gettysburg, which also has a lot of different things to do."
What campers like
Farm animal interactions: Thousand Trails Gettysburg Farm provides unique agricultural experiences. "Got a kick out of the children playing with the kids (baby goats) pigs, goats, chickens, horses and even lamas. Plenty to see and learn. Prefect campground for the family," shares one visitor. Another notes, "They LOVED the animals and we fed them at the allotted time every morning and went to visit at other times."
Pool amenities: Many campgrounds offer swimming options for cooling off during hot summer months. "The pool with the slide was very clean," reports a visitor to Drummer Boy Camping Resort. Another camper at Pinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park mentions, "Unlike most campgrounds, the pool stayed open pretty late so that was a huge bonus for me."
Entertainment options: Recreation facilities vary widely between properties. One camper notes that at Pinch Pond, "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."
What you should know
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the region have uneven terrain. At Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country, "Campground loses a start because the sites are pretty uneven. Not just the one we're on but others as well. The campground is pretty hilly and they don't seem to want to level out the sites."
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience noise from nearby activities or roadways. A Pinch Pond camper warns, "The only thing that is negative is that there is a shooting range right next door. It is pretty consistent from lunch to dinner. If you're out and about, it won't be an issue."
Seasonal availability: Operating schedules vary significantly. One visitor to Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country notes, "We only went once, and not much was open. Nice cute country store on site." While some campgrounds operate year-round, many have limited facilities during off-peak months.
Tips for camping with families
Mini golf options: Several campgrounds offer this popular family activity. At Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country, amenities include "mini golf course, basketball court, horseshoe pits, kids playgrounds, fire pit, designated picnic & BBQ areas, ranger station, recreation hall, cornhole, basketball court."
Playground assessment: Quality and quantity of play areas differs between properties. One camper at Round Top Campground appreciates that "Basketball court recently updated," while another notes, "They had activities for kids. Everyone seemed to be polite and helpful as far as the staff was concerned."
Family-friendly activities: Scheduled events make a difference for families with children. "This campground is huge but you're not stacked on top of your neighbor like the others. They have 4 different sections to stay in," reports a visitor to Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country, adding "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."
Tips from RVers
Hookup placement: Pay attention to utility locations when booking. One RVer at Western Village RV Park states, "The sewer is in odd locations all around our campsite I'm excited as well as sharing the water source with or source with up to 5 other RVs." This can create challenges during setup.
Site privacy: Spacing between RVs varies significantly between campgrounds. A camper at Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country recommends specific site numbers: "If you are an RVer or 5th Wheeler, the best sites IMHO are those that back up to the periphery and are northernmost up the slight embankment as you'll have greater privacy and less noise."
Big rig accommodations: Some RV campgrounds in the New Bloomfield area have restrictions based on size. At Pinch Pond, sites are "very spacious" according to one reviewer, while another camper mentions Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country "won't give you a 50 amp site unless your 50 amp or 40', they save them for larger campers."
