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Best Tent Sites Near New Columbia, PA (6)


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434 Reviews of 6 New Columbia Campgrounds


  • Brett D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Knoebels Campground
    Oct. 17, 2024

    Knoebels Campground

    Nice Campground - Tight Spaces - Fun Park

    Good Campground to visit the amusement park. Electrical hookup was a bit far from the camper, so bring an extension cord. Good atmosphere will be back, the kids had a blast.

  • Paul B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lakewood Park Campground
    Sep. 30, 2024

    Lakewood Park Campground

    Pond View

    Checkin was quick and no fuss. Friendly staff, grounds look well taken care of. The pond is a very nice amenity. Convenient FHU off interstate 81. Reasonably priced.

  • Kate R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Locust Lake State Park
    Sep. 1, 2024

    Locust Lake State Park

    Just come for the day

    Facilities are disgusting and you’re right on top of neighbors. The lake is great so I would just do a day trip. If you want quiet and relaxation don’t come here to camp.

  • Jolene J.
    Camper-submitted photo from R B Winter State Park
    Aug. 24, 2024

    R B Winter State Park

    Must stay state park

    Beautiful state park. The campground is clean and well kept. The beach area is clean, there's a big playground on it as well as a concession stand and store (open during the summer). Spots 57 and 18 offer the most privacy. There are spots that have little creek side access but they are closer together. There are showers in the campground too. DCNR patrols it like a hawk though...so beware any visiting cars to your spot must be moved or pay $5. Borderline harassment from the DCNR guy for my friend visiting for an hour. It is a state park so no alcohol if that's your thing. Beautiful hiking trails and bike trails. 10/10 recommend

  • Jolene J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Pine State Park
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Little Pine State Park

    Clean quiet campground

    This is a nice clean quiet campground. It's a great stop if you're doing rails to trails or swimming at the beach up the road. (Note to get to both places you'll need to drive). We went on a weekday and it wasn't crowded but I've heard on the weekends it gets packed. There are two sets of swings and one slide. The bathrooms have showers and were clean. Some of the spots are smaller and right next to each other (down by the creek and up around top). But spots 68,69,70 are prime. We were in spot 75 right next to the bridge and not ideal

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Head Campground
    Aug. 4, 2024

    Indian Head Campground

    False advertising

    We booked this campground because it was waterfront camping. Upon arriving to the site, we saw that it was not in fact waterfront camping. When we talked to the office, they just told us to take the other side, which also was not waterfront like advertised. Luckily, before we decided to check that side out, the owners son told her that someone else was coming to that section, “which they were also confused as to why the camping wasn’t waterfront”. The water that was accessible was a small launch area where other people in the campground hung out at most of the time. The map of the campground they gave us was completely different than the one online. The sites weren’t marked either.

  • Camille W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Heron Retreat
    Aug. 2, 2024

    Lake Heron Retreat

    Stunning lake!

    This lake was beautiful! A short walk from the campsite. We had the lake to ourself both evening and morning. $61. No WiFi. Leveling was fine. Verizon service was fine.

  • Greg W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Stony Fork Creek Campground
    Aug. 2, 2024

    Stony Fork Creek Campground

    Great experience

    We arrived on Saturday and departed the following Friday. The campground was exceptionally maintained, bathrooms and showers virtually spotless and the pool was clearly and consistently maintained at all times. Plenty of space to spread out and walk. All of the roads were paved and sites were very large.

  • Teresa M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sheshequin Campground
    Jul. 20, 2024

    Sheshequin Campground

    Nice clean sites with grass tent areas

    Nice quiet sites, good wifi, clean bathrooms, drinking water and power at all sites.  Hosts are very friendly

  • Matt S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lakewood Park Campground
    Jul. 19, 2024

    Lakewood Park Campground

    Great Place for R&R

    We stayed at Lakewood Park Campground in Barnesville, PA, for a few days for R&R. And we got it! 

    THINGS I LIKED: 

    • This place has the best of an old-fashioned campground with a great layout. But it offers modern amenities and utilities in a natural setting. 

    • Family owned and operated by folks who take great pride in offering a really nice place to stay. 

    • About 30-minutes to Jim Thorpe, PA, or Lehigh Valley Zoo. 

    • The place is filled with mature shade trees which offer some protection from the sun and a beautiful setting. But they take great care to remove problem trees and branches from the sites and roads. 

    • Fun activities during our stay included bingo and a food truck. 

    • Our site(#74) was plenty big enough for our 45’ motorhome and Jeep plus lots of room to spread out. 

    • The park is relatively new. Everything is clean and in great working order. All kinds of maintenance was going on throughout each day, and it shows. 

    • I contacted the campground by email after 11pm to inquire about availability to arrive a day early. I sent an email rather than a phone call as I had no expectation of a response until at least the next day. They replied within minutes, adjusted my reservation, sent a revised confirmation email, and didn’t ask for payment until I arrived for check-in. Wow, that’s top-notch service! 

    THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH: 

    • Traveling to this campground requires driving several steep grades(8+%). Do your best, drive slowly, and stay focused. Of course, it’s not the campground’s fault, just something to be aware of when planning to visit. 

    WOULD WE COME BACK? 

    • Absolutely, this is a nice place.
  • k
    Camper-submitted photo from Locust Lake State Park
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Locust Lake State Park

    Great for a weekend

    206 Campsite unleveled, but plenty of room. No water or electric hookup at this site. Some privacy, but not completely secluded. A reasonable distance to the bathroom. Showers were great! Bathroom was somewhat clean. It has a nice lake and good views. It's currently under construction/renovations many other areas. Overall great place and would stay again!

  • Amber C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Pine State Park
    Jul. 14, 2024

    Little Pine State Park

    Nice Place

    The campground is beautifully kept. Bathrooms and sites were nice. Some sites are alittle closer personally esp in the dog area. It was extremely buggy when we went. Our dogs wouldn't come out of the camper because there was no relief. It was the height of rattle snake season. A site near ours and very close to the playground had a rattler under their camper. Alittle too close for comfort. Otherwise, campers, rangers and hosts were nice to deal!

  • K R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Splash Magic Campground
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Splash Magic Campground

    Not worth it

    Sad place multiple no functional area basketball court with no balls, floating ride "missing parts" no coffee at the store, no milk either, some staff nasty and rude. No cable no wifi this place has extra fees and charges for everything river front is tiny slippery maybe 8ft wide walk. Pictures are a stretch from reality.

  • Annette H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Trailhead Campground
    Jun. 28, 2024

    Trailhead Campground

    Unkept and micromanaged

    First the good: Big, level sites Nice camp host Great prices 

    Now the bad: The road coming in is ROUGH, if you towing or driving a MH, be prepared. The grounds are unkept, no mowing, weeds as tall as I am. So. Many. Rules! I understand rules are necessary and I always abide, but to tell me where and how I can park my personal vehicle WITHIN MY SITE because“they are busy now”(with more than half the sites empty). 

    Not staying here again.

  • Jolene J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Poe Paddy State Park
    Jun. 26, 2024

    Poe Paddy State Park

    Primitive peace

    Would go back here again! Very primitive, only 2 sites with electric and no playground (but 4 swings), however the creek is beautiful and the kids were so happy to play in it. We had site 108 and had a site path right to the creek. I wouldn't recommend big campers as most of the spots would be a pain to back into. But if you're looking for a quiet campground in the woods, this is it!

  • MJ B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Stony Fork Creek Campground
    Jun. 19, 2024

    Stony Fork Creek Campground

    Good Camping Option to the Grand Canyon of PA

    Stayed at this campsite, taking our pop-up camper on its maiden voyage to the Grand Canyon of PA. Was able to choose a location that worked best for us. The area we selected was not busy. Campsite appeared to have a lot of seasonal campers. My husband does not like staying in crowded campgrounds with people surrounding you and up all night screaming and singing. We go camping to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet. Not to listen to people pretending to relive their college days....lol. Area is open, not offering a lot of privacy, but we had shade and woods behind us, and the ground was grassy and level. The pool was nice and the rec center had a lot of activities for kids. The pond offered fishing and pedal boat rentals. We chose this campsite due to its proximity to the Leonard Harrison State Park. We had no issues here and would recommend.

  • Sharon L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Heron Retreat
    Jun. 16, 2024

    Lake Heron Retreat

    Great Place for Peace

    I cancelled a reservation at Tuckahoe SP due to traffic over the Bay Bridge. I wanted to find something close enough to home, but far away from the hustle and bustle of our suburban lives. This fit the bill. There are 10 sites….some are occupied by seasonal guests. It was very quiet and peaceful! The site was large and there wasn’t a lot of people. You can swim in the lake if you wish or rent boats/canoes for the day. Our water pressure wasn’t great, however not sure if it’s the campground or us as hubby found a possible issue with our hookup. Bring quarters if you are going to use the showers….25 cent a minute. Great way to get away and close enough to our home. We will for SURE be back!

  • V
    Camper-submitted photo from Pettecote Junction Campground
    May. 28, 2024

    Pettecote Junction Campground

    Nature Lover's Dream

    This is one of the best campgrounds we've ever stayed at. Beautifully maintained and landscaped, and the sites are level. Our site was literally on the river, we even saw an eagle. Their bathrooms are so clean I almost swept from joy. Keep in mind you need quarters for a hot shower but I only needed 2 quarters for 6 minutes, plenty of time. What I love most is how accessible the biking trail and river are. The staff will even shuttle you to the kayak drop off site for a fee, and then you just pull in right to the campground. We have been coming to this area for years and this is the first time we were lucky to snag a site for a Holiday weekend. We won't stay anywhere else from now on.

  • OThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Worlds End State Park
    May. 6, 2024

    Worlds End State Park

    Súper app!

    I really enjoy this app. It was really helpful when we visit Arizona, and of course my local area. I recommended to the beginner camper or to the Pro campers.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Penn Roosevelt State Park
    Apr. 29, 2024

    Penn Roosevelt State Park

    Beautiful and secluded!

    Driving in I got a little worried I was getting lost, but I drove on. I arrived on a Wednesday evening. I had my pick of campsites, because I was the only person there!

    The water was off, but I was prepared to wilderness camp later in my trip so, that was no big deal.

    It was so secluded, I heard nothing but nature for over an hour before a plane flew over. 

    If you have a trailer, I do not recommend this spot. there is a very tight hairpin turn on the way in. My six foot long trailer barely made the turn!

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Moon Lake Recreation Area
    Apr. 9, 2024

    Moon Lake Recreation Area

    Great peaceful environment

    My family loves it up here. The reservation staff are over accommodating and very helpful, we had to call them a few times. Great place for hiking, fishing, letting kids have fun and be kids. A nice quiet place to relax by the fire while the kids sleep.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Jonestown/Hershey KOA
    Jan. 2, 2024

    Jonestown/Hershey KOA

    Nice all season koa w stateland trails!

    Nice all year round campground located right next to 3750 acre Satawara State Lands connected trails is perfect for biking or hiking. Stayed 8days in early December. Friendly staff, onsite restaurant w delivery to site, December had 25% off coupon too! WiFi and cellular were almost unusable but a nice place for a reasonable price! 4 stars because of poor wifi and cell coverage

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Splash Magic Campground
    Dec. 26, 2023

    Splash Magic Campground

    Friendly and very helpful staff

    The area is beautiful and I would like to stay in the winter when many of the activities are available and it is warmer.  I am just learning about using a travel trailer and the staff was of great assistance.  They were easy to reach and were genuinely interested in my stay and plans.  They have a dog park which my dog loved.

  • Kait D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Red Rock Mountain Campground
    Oct. 23, 2023

    Red Rock Mountain Campground

    Peaceful

    Peaceful little campground five minutes from Ricketts Glen State Park. Accommodating and friendly hosts, clean bath house and firewood for sale on site.



Guide to New Columbia

Camping near New Columbia, Pennsylvania, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From scenic trails to family-friendly campgrounds, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the stunning trails at Ricketts Glen State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The trails are very well maintained. If you want to do the Falls Trail (21 beautiful waterfalls), it is quite challenging."
  • Swimming: Enjoy a refreshing dip at Lake Jean, which is accessible from the campground. A reviewer shared, "The lake felt clean and wasn't too cold in July."
  • Kayaking: Rent a kayak and paddle around the lake. One camper noted, "Lake Jean is nice to kayak and there are quite a few tent sites you can launch your watercraft from."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate the well-kept restrooms and showers at Locust Lake State Park Campground. A visitor stated, "Showers were great! Bathroom was somewhat clean."
  • Privacy: Many sites offer a sense of seclusion. One camper at Worlds End State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites are spaced a decent amount apart and are generous in size."
  • Family-friendly atmosphere: Blue Rocks Family Campground is noted for its family-oriented vibe. A reviewer said, "Beautiful campground! Very family oriented and a great place for a weekend getaway in the woods!"

What you should know:

  • Limited cell service: Many campgrounds, like Ricketts Glen State Park Campground, have little to no cell service. One camper warned, "There is absolutely no cell service, however, and we had to go all the way down the mountain to get texts or make calls."
  • Rustic camping options: If you prefer a more primitive experience, check out Bald Eagle State Park Primitive Campsite. A visitor noted, "The sites are very cool at this campground. They are very spacious and help you feel closer to nature."
  • Busy weekends: Many campgrounds can get crowded on weekends. One camper at Knoebels Campground mentioned, "The only knock on it is how tight the sites are, but the communal spirit is great."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for places like Hersheypark Camping Resort, which has amenities for kids. A reviewer said, "The campground had two pools and a child’s pool."
  • Plan activities: Make sure to have a list of activities to keep the kids entertained. One camper at Locust Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "The lake is great so I would just do a day trip."
  • Pack snacks and drinks: Having food on hand can make outings easier. A visitor at Blue Rocks Family Campground noted, "The general store had what we needed."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. One camper at Hershey RV and Camping Resort said, "Sites came with full hookups, picnic table and fire pit."
  • Be prepared for tight spots: Some campgrounds, like Knoebels Campground, have close sites. A visitor mentioned, "The sites were very close together as well."
  • Look for amenities: Choose campgrounds that offer the facilities you need. A reviewer at Russell P Letterman Campground noted, "The bathrooms were clean."

Camping near New Columbia, Pennsylvania, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends. Whether you’re hiking, swimming, or just relaxing, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful area.

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