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Tent Camping near New Hope, PA
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Tent campers exploring the region surrounding New Hope, Pennsylvania have access to several established campgrounds within a reasonable drive. Washington Crossing State Park, Fort Washington State Park, and Round Valley State Park Campground offer tent sites within a 25-mile radius, though Washington Crossing is temporarily closed for 2024. These parks provide varied camping experiences from walk-in tent sites to more developed campgrounds with basic amenities.
Most tent campgrounds near New Hope feature fire rings and picnic tables, though amenities vary significantly between locations. Round Valley State Park Campground offers a more primitive experience with tent sites accessible only by hiking 3-5 miles or boating across the reservoir. Campers should plan accordingly, as one visitor noted, "There are two water pumps. One at the beginning of the campsite and one at the end. They tend to get far if you plan on camping further into the campsite." Many locations have vault toilets rather than flush facilities, and water access can be limited or require filtration. Several campgrounds enforce seasonal limitations, typically operating from April through October.
The terrain at tent campsites varies considerably throughout the region. Many sites at Green Lane Park and other local campgrounds have minimal privacy between sites, with one camper reporting, "The spaces are right on top of each other with no tree cover between spots." In contrast, backcountry tent sites at Round Valley provide more seclusion and direct water access. For those seeking more isolation, primitive walk-in tent sites often provide better spacing and natural surroundings. Jenny Jump State Forest offers both tent platforms and open sites, providing options for different camping styles. According to one visitor, "It is set up nicely for primitive camping and you are able to hike out straight from the campsite, which is always a plus!"
Best Tent Campgrounds near New Hope (37)
1. Washington Crossing State Park - TEMP CLOSED FOR 2024
"The Pennsylvania side is all about historic buildings, museums and picnic spots, while the New Jersey side (Washington Crossing State Park) offers organized group tent camping."
"The areas for that seemed well groomed, bathrooms were acceptable, and there was plenty of space. Some nice trees not too close allowed for good shade, without feeling like in a forest."
from $50 - $100 / night
Check Availability2. Round Valley State Park Campground
"The crystal-clear water is home to huge lake trout and the forests are bursting with wildlife. The sunsets across the lake are to die for."
"Unlike traditional campgrounds, the campsites are accessible only by hiking or boating, so getting anywhere here requires some planning and a willingness to travel light."
3. Fort Washington State Park Campground
"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"
"The give you firewood—-if you bring your own, leave with any left over."
from $28 - $72 / night
Check Availability4. Alverthorpe Private Park
"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"
from $1 - $100 / night
Check Availability5. Boulder Ridge Farm
"We'd like to welcome Joe, your host, to our platform! This property is close to town yet so serene. 2WD is fine but 4WD will make your experience getting to the property a bit more smooth."
"Plenty of fire wood, really cool huge rocks and waking up to owls was awesome."
from $20 - $30 / night
Check Availability6. Evansburg State Park Campground
"Lots of tree cover running along a small running creek"
"You need a license to fish, and if you plan on catching Trout you need the Trout endorsement on the fishing licence, currently$9.90.The restroom facilities we're clean."
from $43 / night
Check Availability7. Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park
"Clean restrooms, lots of open space!"
"Large sites, clean bathrooms, lots of hiking trails"
from $20 - $30 / night
Check Availability8. Group Camp — Ridley Creek State Park
"Terrific space for exploring"
"well marked trails great for hiking. pet friendly! we love walking here with our dog. there are even a few great spots to get a small creek swim in! It also has a greag picnic area with grills."
from $57 / night
Check Availability9. Batona — Wharton State Forest
"Bears frequent this campground so be bear aware and practice proper food storage. "
"The Batona Campground is in the northern area of the Wharton State Forest and is a bit removed from most trails and other campgrounds in the park."
10. Tip Tam Camping Resort
"Just from walking around I saw the two pools, an RC track, bocci, shuffle and board. They did have organized activities set up as well."
"It feels like you're camping out in a field with mostly sand around. But having said that, I'd still recommend it for all of the positive they do have."
Drive Time
- 23 min from Trenton, NJ
- 41 min from Philadelphia, PA
- 56 min from Allentown, PA
- 1 hr 19 min from Reading, PA
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Tent Camping Reviews near New Hope, PA
832 Reviews of 37 New Hope Campgrounds
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LegendWashington Crossing State Park - TEMP CLOSED FOR 2024
Revolutionary History near Delaware River
Nestled along the picturesque Delaware River in beautiful Bucks County, Washington Crossing Historic Park is one of those destinations where American history practically jumps out from behind every tree. This sprawling, beautifully preserved historic park commemorates George Washington's daring Christmas night crossing of the Delaware in 1776, with charming colonial buildings, expansive green spaces, shaded walking paths and lovely riverfront scenery. Divided into Upper and Lower sections, the park offers plenty to explore, from historic homesteads and interpretive exhibits to scenic picnic areas and the impressive Bowman's Hill Tower. Unfortunately, while the park delivers a wonderful outdoor experience, traditional overnight camping isn't part of the equation unless your a Boy Scout or accompanying one of their troops.
HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Spectacular Revolutionary War history at the very site of Washington's legendary Delaware River crossing; (2) Beautifully maintained grounds featuring mature trees, open lawns and scenic riverfront views; (3) Fascinating colonial-era buildings, historic demonstrations and educational exhibits that bring America's founding history to life; (4) Wonderful recreational opportunities, including walking, cycling, fishing, kayaking and picnicking; and (5) Convenient proximity to charming New Hope, the Delaware Canal towpath and Bowman's Hill Tower, offering plenty of opportunities to extend your adventure.
LOWLIGHTS: (1) No conventional public tent or RV camping, with overnight group camping restricted to organized Scout groups by prior arrangement; (2) No dedicated RV campsites, electrical hookups, water connections or dump station; (3) Park grounds generally close at sunset, limiting opportunities to linger into the evening; (4) Some historic buildings and attractions require admission fees or operate on limited schedules; and (5) Periodic restoration projects and special events can restrict access to certain areas, while the historic Washington Crossing Bridge's three-ton weight limit makes it unsuitable for larger RVs.
Happy Camping!
Maria Mercedes M.LegendRound Valley State Park Campground
Peaceful Wilderness Escape for Adventurous Families
There's something wonderfully special about escaping into nature where the only sounds are rustling leaves, birds singing and the gentle movement of water along the shoreline. Nestled among the wooded hills surrounding the beautiful Round Valley Reservoir, this rustic SP campground offers families a chance to disconnect from everyday distractions and enjoy a little wilderness adventure together. Unlike traditional campgrounds, the campsites are accessible only by hiking or boating, so getting anywhere here requires some planning and a willingness to travel light. Once you've arrived, you'll find secluded, wooded campsites with picnic tables, fire rings and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. Amenities are basic, with pit toilets and no showers, but the beautiful reservoir, scenic hiking trails, fishing and kayaking opportunities more than make up for the lack of modern conveniences. Our kids loved exploring the woods, spotting wildlife and gathering around a crackling campfire at night to share stories beneath the stars. For families comfortable with the hike, I'd recommend choosing one of the campsites along the reservoir shoreline for the lovely water views and peaceful surroundings. Just remember that swimming is limited to the park's designated beach area. Round Valley isn't your typical family campground, but for adventurous families who enjoy hiking, camping under the stars and making wonderful memories together, it's a beautiful place to experience nature at its finest!
- bbob J.
GuideAtsion Family Camp — Wharton State Forest
Pine Barrens New Jersey
This campground is part of the Wharton State Forest and has several campgrounds in the area. Great wooded sites right on a lake. Pretty good separation between sites with good tree separation between sites. Some road noise not overly affecting site.
- DDiane M.Scout
Brendan Byrne State Forest
Just ok
Restrooms are filthy with mold and mildew.
Water puddled on the restroom floor.really gross.
Cabin was mostly clean. The windows were full of dirt and bugs on the tracks.mattresses were terrible.The fireplace was nice. Kitchen was clean.
Can t wait to move on to a cleaner park.
Edwin R.ScoutCheesequake State Park Campground
Park uses county cops to shut down park by 9pm.
On Friday, September 4, 2026, I rented a trailer and brought my family to Cheesequake State Park to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary over the extended Labor Day weekend. Around 9:20 PM—well before the park's designated 10:00 PM quiet hours—we were sitting inside our canopy, playing Jenga, and listening to low background music. Two officers from the Matawan Police Department approached our campsite. They were polite and courteous, simply offering a standard reminder to wrap things up by 10:00 PM. Before they could leave, however, a third, senior officer intervened. Wanting to"show them how it's done," he made the two polite officers return and stand by to watch as he demonstrated how to aggressively harass campers. Flashlight in hand, the senior officer approached with an immediate hostile attitude, treating us like criminals as he demanded to know who rented the site. He began reiterating rules and claimed we had too many vehicles. We had three cars, one belonging to my brother-in-law's girlfriend, who was visiting with her daughter. She had paid the$10 visitor fee at the main office and was instructed by staff to obtain the gate access code from us, the primary renters, if she got locked in. No staff member ever informed her of an 8:00 PM visitor departure deadline, leading us to reasonably assume visitors were permitted until quiet hours began at 10:00 PM. The officer rudely snapped that she had been given wrong information. The senior officer then used profanity in front of three small children, aggressively telling her to ("get her shit and get the fuck out!") in that manner or use profanity, the officer went from hostile to furious. He angrily declared that these were official violations and threatened that he could be issuing us tickets instead. Desperately searching for anything and everything to throw at us, he demanded that we turn off our idling car—which was supplying power to our campsite—and instructed us to make sure the campfire was doused before shutting down for the night. He then proceeded to shine his flashlight into our private setup—including our canopy, tents, and the inside of our trailer—searching for any other possible violation while the two polite officers were forced to watch. What was supposed to be a special 10th wedding anniversary celebration with my family was completely ruined by a senior officer misusing his authority to put on an unnecessary display of intimidation. Worse than just ruining our night, he spent that evening teaching those two police officers how to be bad cops. He corrupted two officers in real time, demonstrating firsthand exactly why most people have lost faith in the police force. The next day we was ready for them. We turned off our lights and quietly by the fire while they went next door to harass an asian family that had just set up camp and had their leds lights on.
Thomas B.
RangerTohickon Family Campground
Simple, peaceful FHU
We stayed just a couple nights here on our way north. The camp host was helpful before our stay and during check-in. Our site was pretty isolated from the others, so it was very quiet (no complaints here). There is a decent mix of sunny sites by the river and shady sites under the trees. The weather was perfect mid September. There wasn't anything spectacular for me, but it was a good experience and it was a nice taste of fall PA scenery. Beware that the roads are tight for a big rig. Side note, it did seem like most campers lived there.
- KKelly B.Guide
Stephens State Park Campground
Great last min getaway
Booked the day before—even on the holiday weekend! Just 1.5 hours outside of NYC, site was a bit close to the neighbors (fire pit was very far back and basically in the neighbors’ campsite, but we put up a “privacy clothesline” and hung a tarp over it for a bit of extra coverage.
The staff was friendly and helpful, they said it was the busiest they’ve seen the campground all year (there were lots of large groups but everyone seemed to settle down by 9:30pm
Poison ivy was EVERYWHERE at our site so make sure to stick to the open areas and the paths. Lots of families around, we felt very safe Bathrooms were fine—it was my impression they’re usually cleaner but the high traffic of the weekend left a bit to be desired, (lots of families around=dirty diapers in the bathroom trash bin) but it’s camping! I’m not gonna argue w a flushing toilet!
Adeline M.GuideBrendan Byrne State Forest
Beautiful campground, loud campers
Beautiful campground but made the mistake of going on a holiday weekend, the campgrounds next to us were screaming and blasting music all day and throughout the night so we ended up leaving early. A beautiful campground when there aren’t noisy capers ruining it.
Guide to New Hope
Tent camping near New Hope, Pennsylvania provides access to the Delaware River Valley's rich ecosystem at elevations ranging from 70 to 400 feet above sea level. The area features a humid continental climate with warm summers and moderate rainfall, particularly from late spring through early fall when most camping facilities operate. Sites throughout the region vary from riverside locations with direct water access to more wooded settings on surrounding ridges.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Round Valley State Park Campground offers excellent fishing in its reservoir. "The water is crystal clear, the area is clean... we filtered the water from the reservoir instead which tasted a million times better than the well water," notes James R., highlighting the pristine conditions for anglers.
Historical exploration: Washington Crossing State Park connects campers with Revolutionary War history. "Every year, they re-enact Washington's troops crossing the Delaware! It was VERY cold the year I went," explains David S., making this a unique seasonal attraction for history enthusiasts.
Hiking direct from sites: Jenny Jump State Forest provides immediate trail access. "The campgrounds and bathrooms were clean and well kept. Great place to get away for the weekend with the family," says Fransheska A., noting the convenience of hitting trails without driving.
What campers like
Secluded water access: Round Valley State Park Campground requires effort but rewards with isolation. "With no roads to the campgrounds it takes some effort to get there and it's a beautiful place," reports G V., who lives just 10 minutes away but still chooses to camp there for the feeling of seclusion.
Quiet natural settings: Fort Washington State Park Campground offers peaceful surroundings. "Very nice camping. Quiet setting," notes Joe B., representing what many tent campers seek when visiting the New Hope region.
Wildlife encounters: Boulder Ridge Farm provides unexpected nature observations. "Waking up to owls was awesome," shares Jnear139, describing the natural soundtrack at this less-developed camping option near New Hope.
What you should know
Site spacing varies dramatically: Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park has limited privacy between sites. "The spaces are right on top of each other with no tree cover between spots," reports Tara T., contrasting with Jenny Jump's more secluded options.
Water access considerations: When tent camping at Round Valley, plan carefully for water needs. "There are bathrooms and pumps but we just filtered the water from the reservoir instead which tasted a million times better than the well water," explains James R., highlighting the option to filter lake water rather than rely solely on pump water.
Weather preparation: The Delaware Valley area experiences summer thunderstorms that can develop quickly. Campers should secure tents properly and have rain gear accessible, especially during afternoon hours when storms typically form.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Tip Tam Camping Resort offers numerous structured activities. "There is plenty to do or not. Kids can go. Mini golf, swimming, pedal cars," explains Tracy, making this a good option for families wanting entertainment beyond hiking.
Shelter options: Jenny Jump State Forest provides cabins for families not ready for full tent camping. "The 'shelter' is what we would describe as a 'cabin'; four walls, a roof, locking door, locking windows, large picture frame front window, four beds(two bunks), a wood burning stove, and a porch," describes Dwight D., detailing the comfort level families can expect.
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