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The staff here are amazing. Quiet time is respected, clean campground. Will come again.
Camping near New Kingstown, PA
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Camping areas near New Kingstown, Pennsylvania include several established campgrounds with mixed accommodation options. Within a 30-mile radius, campers can find diverse camping styles at locations like Gifford Pinchot State Park, Pine Grove Furnace State Park, and Little Buffalo State Park. These state parks offer tent camping, RV sites with hookups, and cabin rentals. Private campgrounds such as Western Village RV Park and Deer Run Campgrounds supplement the region's camping capacity with additional amenities and seasonal activities.
Seasonal operation varies significantly across the area's campgrounds. Most state parks operate from spring through late fall, with Pine Grove Furnace State Park typically open from March to mid-December, while Gifford Pinchot runs from April through October. A camper noted, "Sites for campers are very tight," highlighting the space constraints at some private campgrounds. Little Buffalo State Park remains open year-round, providing an option for winter camping. Many campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holiday periods. Water and electric hookups are standard at most established sites, though primitive camping options with fewer amenities can be found in select locations.
The camping experience around New Kingstown features a mix of natural settings and proximity to attractions. Several visitors mentioned the convenience of the location for accessing regional points of interest. As described in feedback on The Dyrt, "This central PA campground is located a short drive to many attractions. Amish Country, Hershey, Gettysburg, and wineries are within 40 min drive." Campground options range from more secluded sites bordering wooded areas to bustling family-oriented facilities with swimming pools, playgrounds and scheduled activities. Lower Allen Community Park offers unique kayak camping opportunities along Yellow Breeches Creek. Riverfront camping can be found at facilities like Riverfront Campground near Duncannon, where sites along the Susquehanna River provide water recreation opportunities but may occasionally experience train noise and varying river conditions.
Best Campgrounds near New Kingstown (163)
1. Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground
"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. "
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $90 / night
2. Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground
"It’s at the midpoint of the Appalachian Trail so there are lots of great hikes as well as a nice path between the two lakes. Our new favorite in Pennsylvania!"
"We were right at the intersection near the campground entrance and one of the other loops, but it wasn't noisy at all. The drinking water was right next to our site, which was handy."
19 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $43 / night
3. Little Buffalo State Park Campground
"A playground is near bathhouse in the campground, along with several hiking trails. The dump station is easily accessible. Firewood is also available for purchase at the campground."
"The driving path is gravel with a steep hill at the end so if you can help it I would avoid sites 32,34,36 as they are VERY difficult to back into with larger rigs."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $26 - $151 / night
4. Hersheypark Camping Resort
"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."
5. Deer Run Campgrounds
"This central Pa campground is located a short drive to many attractions. Amish Country, Hershey, Gettysburg, and winerys are within 40 min drive. There are many things to do at the campground, also."
6. Western Village RV Park
7. Mountain Creek Camp Ground
"Campsites could be further apart and there's only one bathhouse and it's at the entrance."
"Two bath houses, one near the entrance and one in the way back. May not be anything fancy or new, but they are clean. Staff needed to be reminded about activities scheduled during the week."
8. Riverfront Campground
"Great river front location! Could be a bit muddy depending on the river. The train does run right near all night long, but I find it soothing. Bath houses are a bit rough, hence the 4 stars."
9. Colonel Denning State Park Campground
"Cleanest facilities of the year so far, amazing large flat sites, dog friendly and great stream right behind the sites."
"We stayed in site 28 which was a walk-in site, this was perfect for us since we wanted to be further away from people and the light from the bathroom/shower facility."
32 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $24 - $38 / night
10. Dogwood Acres Campground
"It's close enough to 81 that's it's easy to find but tucked back in that you are not bothered by anyone."
"Located a few miles off 81, in the country surrounded by beautiful views. It’s a mix campground of seasonal campers and short term campers. Very family oriented. Very nice off leash fenced dog park."
Drive Time
- 11 min from Harrisburg, PA
- 30 min from York, PA
- 42 min from Gettysburg, PA
- 46 min from Lebanon, PA
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Recent Reviews near New Kingstown, PA
961 Reviews of 163 New Kingstown Campgrounds
- kken
GuideArtillery Ridge Campground
Great campsite. Fire pit, picnic table, swimming pool ( not open), miniature golf course, laundromat, bathrooms, showers, dump station, gathering areas for groups, playground, and even a horse area and stalls for horses. Dog friendly. Staff was very helpful and curious.
Pam R.GuideGifford Pinchot State Park Campground
We booked two nights mid October not realizing that it's duck hunting season and that hunting is allowed RIGHT by the campground - with kids everywhere. We were jolted out of sleep at 5 am by gun fire right near our site. It kept up for the next hour. In addition, the bathrooms, although clean are in poor condition. Peeling paint everywhere with bare concrete in the showers. For such a pretty site, we had a miserable stay. We left after one night.
Troy P.TravelerShikellamy State Park Campground
meh
i mean meh with the most enthusiasm as you can live your entire life & be oki not going here. the trails are small & the overlook is fenced high for falls. it’s about as much scenery as going for a walk deer hunting. it’s beginner friendly if anyone wants to start getting into parks but i feel there’s more focus on pavilions & playgrounds than calling it a state park. for anything boating or canoeing on the river it’s a good place to be but your in town so it take it for what it is
- jjohn L.Guide
Artillery Ridge Campground
Got us out of a jam.
Where we were camping had blown up their dump station. Artillery Ridge helped us out. $10. to dump. If we come to camp in Gettysburg, it will be hear.
- jjohn L.Guide
Codorus State Park Campground
Hurricane camping
You just can't beat a pennsylvania park. This one is not an exception. Nice clean restroom, plenty of room. Now, what cost a star. Yes, it rained like hell. When we broke camp and go dump. The dump station was overflowing with sewer. Go to the guard shack to tell them, and find another site. None there. Can I go to an unused full hookup to dump? No! I would have to pay for the site. Two hours later, we found a place to dump for $10.
- LLynn C.
ScoutOld Mill Stream Campground
Never Again
The advertisements for Olde Mill Campground were disingenuous. The campsite was 20 yards from a roller coaster. The NOISE of the roller coaster and children on it screaming was as relentless and unnerving as any train we have ever slept near. There was no quiet until almost midnight. The “pull-through” site left my truck almost in the road and our 25’ Airstream slightly over the road on the backside. The site was not level. The sites were close enough to hear a neighbor’s snoring.
- nnancy H.Guide
Hosack Run
Quiet & Dog friendly - 20minutes from Gettysburg Battfields
This pet friendly campground in Caledonia State Park is .8 miles from the larger Chinquapin campground (no pets), ranger station and swimming pool. Our site #171 was level, paved, full hook ups and next to modern clean bathrooms with flush toilets, warm showers and outside dish washing sinks. Many available sites with and without services on a Sunday in October. There were a good number of friendly, tidy, long term campers with large wall tents. (They allow 21 day stays after Labor Day)
- jjeanne A.Guide
Echo Valley Campground
Big sites with lots of trees
We only spent the night and didn't look at the amenities. The manager was very friendly and accommodating.
Guide to New Kingstown
Campgrounds near New Kingstown, Pennsylvania span a diverse landscape with both state parks and privately operated facilities within easy driving distance. Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground in Gardners offers tent, RV, and cabin accommodations from March to mid-December, while Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground in Lewisberry provides seasonal camping with similar options including yurts. The area features several family-friendly private campgrounds with full hookups alongside more rustic public lands, creating a mix of camping experiences within 30 miles of New Kingstown.
Seasonal operations dictate availability throughout the region, with most campgrounds operating from spring through fall. Many state park campgrounds close for winter, though private facilities like Western Village RV Park in Carlisle remain open year-round. Weather considerations vary by season, with potential for rain in spring and occasional storms during summer months. "Tent sites are flat and less rocky in certain areas," noted one camper about Deer Run Campgrounds. Visitors should check specific campground policies regarding alcohol, as restrictions differ across facilities. Most established campgrounds require reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holidays when sites fill quickly.
The camping experience varies significantly between facilities in the region. Family-oriented private campgrounds like Deer Run offer amenities such as pools, playgrounds and scheduled activities. "Fun campground! Pool was nice, playground was nice and the golf cart rental was fun," reported a visitor. In contrast, campgrounds in state parks tend to provide more natural settings with better access to hiking trails and water recreation. Several visitors mentioned tight spacing at certain private campgrounds as a concern, particularly at Western Village RV Park where multiple reviewers noted extremely close sites. For those seeking more solitude, Lower Allen Community Park offers a unique kayak camping experience along Yellow Breeches Creek, with one camper noting, "Cute site in a local township park that not many people know about."
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near New Kingstown, PA?
Which is the most popular campground near New Kingstown, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near New Kingstown, PA is Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 58 reviews.
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