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Newport, Pennsylvania provides a variety of camping options along the Susquehanna River and surrounding woodlands. Little Buffalo State Park Campground serves as a central developed camping area with approximately 35 sites featuring water and electric hookups at most locations. The region includes several established campgrounds with both tent and RV sites, including Riverfront Campground in Duncannon and Ferryboat Campsites in Liverpool, both offering riverfront locations. Most campgrounds in the area support multiple accommodation types, with many featuring cabin rentals alongside traditional camping options. Paradise Stream Family Campground in Loysville represents one of the highest-rated facilities in the area.
Camping seasons vary significantly across the region, with many facilities operating from April through October. A visitor commented, "We arrived late morning on Saturday. Reserved site 16 and it was plenty big enough for my 34ft trailer, but not enough to fit my truck." Most campgrounds provide water and electric hookups, with several offering full hookup capabilities including sewer connections. Weather considerations impact camping experiences, particularly during spring when rainfall can cause flooding near riverfront properties. Campers should verify riverfront conditions before booking during wet seasons, as several reviews mention potential flooding issues at sites near the Susquehanna River. Many campgrounds maintain clean bathhouses and dump stations, though amenities vary by location.
The Susquehanna River serves as a central recreation feature for many campgrounds in the area. Ferryboat Campsites and Riverfront Campground both offer direct river access, popular for fishing, kayaking and tubing activities. One camper shared, "We enjoyed our stay here — but mostly because we liked being right on the water. If it weren't for that this would not be the campground for us." Little Buffalo State Park Campground receives positive reviews for its lake access, multiple hiking trails, and swimming pool. Seasonal campers occupy many sites at riverfront locations, creating a community atmosphere at some campgrounds. Several reviewers note that while some facilities could use maintenance updates, the natural settings and water recreation opportunities remain the primary draw for visitors to the Newport area.
Best Campgrounds near Newport (153)
1. 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."
from $26 - $165 / night
Check Availability2. Buttonwood Campground
"One is along the River and the other is situated near the camp store, playground and pool. This campground had it all! There was laser tag, playground, jump pillow, pedal carts!"
"Buttonwood is actually divided in to two sections with the upper lot, which is near all the activities and pool; and the lower area, which is near the Juniata River. "
from $30 - $78 / night
Check Availability3. 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."
4. Ferryboat Campsites
"With that said they do have primitive camping spots next to the putt putt course and water only tent sits at the upper feild."
"Lots to do very close to water and many things to do in and around camp ground. Stayed for a few days would go back."
from $30 - $100 / night
Check Availability5. Lake Heron Retreat
"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."
"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."
from $20 - $240 / night
Check Availability6. 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. "
from $24 - $89 / night
Check Availability7. 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."
8. Paradise Stream Family Campground
"Tucked in the woods but near activities. The store is well stocked and also has a variety of sweet treats!"
"It was also a gated entrance which was nice. We will definitely return."
from $35 - $150 / night
Check Availability9. 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."
from $20 - $38 / night
Check Availability10. Camp Hebron
"Nice pool and lots of hiking trails. The sites have lots of tree cover and they are private. This place does not have many amenities as far as crafts and "drop off the kids" activities."
from $26 - $85 / night
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Drive Time
- 21 min from Harrisburg, PA
- 48 min from York, PA
- 54 min from State College, PA
- 56 min from Lebanon, PA
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Recent Reviews near Newport, PA
822 Reviews of 153 Newport Campgrounds
- LLaurel D.
TravelerCamp Swatara
Very family oriented
The sites ard nice, it's run by Mennonites, I believe. Lots of recreation for kids, quiet time respected and a service on Sunday morning. Full hookups for a very reasonable price.
TSWX3475 B.TravelerShikellamy State Park Campground
Shikallamy Marina
It's a nice park but it's daytime only there's no camping here
- Patrick Z.Scout
Twin Grove RV Resort
Nothing open
Picked the nicest days of the week. Got here and the carousel, Ferris wheel, restaurant, and ice cream shoppe are closed. They are apparently only open 2 days a week, maybe 3. I would have just went down the road to the KOA had I not known this.
- JJohn B.Scout
Artillery Ridge Campground
One of the nicer campgrounds in the area
Staff is friendly and everything is kept up well, newly renovated pool and pavilion area.
- MMark M.
GuideWestern Village RV Park
Pretty campground, friendly staff, but RVs are packed in like sardines
We used to camp here 30+ years ago. Nice that it hasn't changed much. Still has a game room with pool table, driving games, skeet ball, etc. No more pinball games like in the past. Apparently in the 1930 there was a working train around the campground, a restaurant and horse shoes - none of which are at present.
Sites are quite small. I thought our neighbor's awning was going to hit our RV, and that ours might hit the next neighbor's RV. In some parts the campers are also back to back, luckily ours is not.
They have wi-fi but you must pay for it, no free service. No cable TV (which is the norm these days). Good cell reception so you will need that or a Starlink to stream shows.
Staff are friendly. Sites are pretty level. The campground itself is rather pretty with trees, grassy areas, playgrounds for kids, etc. Lots of lightning bugs at night, and birds during the day.
At night it's interesting to walk around as so many seasonal and permanent campers have lights around their campers, trees, etc. Almost like walking around one of those light up parks they do around Christmas.
christian G.GuideRussell P Letterman Campground — Bald Eagle State Park
Loved it
Its was great, we stayed in new area, sites had ample room, not many trees at our spot so summer there wouldnt be much shade but we were next to a retention pond/drainage. We brought our dig whole loved running through there.
Not much to say besides it was clean, not crowded (in November) and decent spacing between sites
- christian G.Guide
Bellefonte-State College KOA
Easy
It was overall good, Nice amenities, pool was clean (3ft-5ft) Splash pad, air pillow, playground, pond, etc
It has nice wooded areas but very compact, if you have a large camper id be concerned with trying to make some turns on the upper area
- KKelly S.Scout
Wilson Boondock Hollow
Awesome hospitality !
Micheal met us with a welcome packet, delivered campwood at a very reasonable price (and loaned us a hatchet), clean facilities and hot shower were a bonus!
Very responsive to messages and an overall delightful experience. Great bird watching and a huge herd of deer came to visit too.
Guide to Newport
Newport area campgrounds feature diverse terrain from flat riverfront properties to more elevated woodland settings. The region's camping season typically runs April through October, with most Susquehanna River campsites susceptible to seasonal flooding during spring rains. Campgrounds near Newport range from basic tent sites to full-hookup RV spots, with both riverfront and woodland settings available within 30 minutes of town.
What to do
Hiking trails nearby: Colonel Denning State Park offers several trails including the challenging Flat Rock Trail. "Trail head close to site and was a very difficult hike with amazing views!! Wide open area to swim that was very clean and well kept," notes a visitor to Colonel Denning State Park Campground.
Swimming options: Many local campgrounds feature swimming areas beyond just the Susquehanna River. "Little buffalo has a lot to offer! There is a pool! The pool is very nice! They offer a large area that is only 1 foot deep, great for little ones! There is also a splash pad!" reports a camper from Little Buffalo State Park Campground.
Local attractions: Some campsites provide shuttle service to nearby attractions. Buttonwood Campground offers transportation options for visitors. "They also offer free transportation to the Port Royal Speedway on Saturday nights for the races," mentions a reviewer.
Fishing spots: Several campgrounds provide fishing access beyond just the Susquehanna River. "This lake was beautiful! A short walk from the campsite. We had the lake to ourself both evening and morning," shares a visitor to Lake Heron Retreat.
What campers like
Private waterfront access: Riverside camping remains popular but varies significantly between locations. "Large grassy sites right on the Juniata River. Tubing, canoeing, swimming. Nice pool. GORGEOUS landscaping. Very friendly," writes one visitor to Buttonwood Campground.
Clean facilities: Campgrounds with well-maintained bathhouses receive higher ratings. "The bathhouses are clean. It is nice and dark at night! Little buffalo does offer a variety of activities," notes a camper at Little Buffalo State Park.
Outdoor activities: Many campgrounds feature activities beyond water recreation. "Paradise stream is a beautiful campground. There are many activities including boating on the lake, fishing, pedal carts, shuffle board, mini golf and swimming," shares a visitor at Paradise Stream Family Campground.
Ferry access: Some campgrounds feature unique transportation options. "The ferry here is real, and has been in operation for the last 100+ years. There is a small goat petting zoo, with very friendly pigmy goats and the camp is extremely pet friendly as long as they are on a leash," explains a camper at Ferryboat Campsites.
What you should know
Site layouts vary significantly: Campground layouts differ widely across the Newport region. "Camp Hebron employees 'had no clue about a Dryt app discount' and were unwilling to really do anything to help point me in the right direction. The campground itself is nice but the sites are really close together with little between them to separate," reports a visitor to Camp Hebron.
Seasonal considerations: River levels fluctuate seasonally, affecting campsite conditions. "Storms with heavy rain in the area made the river rise. We were told the campground is susceptible to flooding, so check the weather when you come!" warns a camper at Ferryboat Campsites.
Noise factors: Railroad tracks near several riverside campgrounds create nighttime noise. "We enjoyed our stay here but mostly because we liked being right on the water. The trains run right near all night long, but I find it soothing," notes a camper at Riverfront Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Several campgrounds offer specialized facilities for children. "My kids enjoyed the beautiful Mini golf course, splashing in the creek, the pool and the pedal carts. Everyone was friendly and the staff was amazing!!" shares a visitor at Paradise Stream Family Campground.
Splash zones: Water features beyond swimming pools appeal to families with young children. "There is a pool! They offer a large area that is only 1 foot deep, great for little ones! There is also a splash pad! There are 2 slides for fun!" notes a camper at Little Buffalo.
Activities beyond swimming: Several campgrounds offer land-based recreation options. "Nice for a smaller campground. Only downfall is we have smaller children and we could not bike from the campground to the pool, it was too far and the hill to get back was too big for them to ride up," advises a camper at Little Buffalo State Park Campground.
Tips from RVers
Site sizing considerations: RV sites vary significantly in size and layout across the region. "While the area is beautiful, we were not impressed with the campground. We have a small 19" travel trailer which was almost impossible to park due to very tight sites," warns a visitor to Colonel Denning State Park.
Hookup locations: Electric hookup placement can affect RV setup convenience. "We stayed in site 42, which was not the greatest layout (electric was on the wrong side of the site for our door and canopy to open to the fire ring)," notes a camper at Colonel Denning State Park Campground.
Access challenges: Some campgrounds have limited space for larger RVs. "We stayed creekside so only had electric. The dump was up on the other side so had to pull a U turn, luckily our camper was small enough to make the turn," explains a visitor at Paradise Stream Family Campground.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Newport, PA?
Which is the most popular campground near Newport, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Newport, PA is Little Buffalo State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 19 reviews.
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