2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Hersheypark Camping Resort and Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country provide upscale glamping options minutes from Hershey's attractions. Both locations offer glamping accommodations with electricity, comfortable bedding, and climate control features. Thousand Trails includes distinctive yurt rentals with solid flooring and furnished interiors, while Hersheypark Camping Resort houses boutique camping options with proximity to theme park shuttle service. "The cabins look nice and the arcade barn is a must see for the kids!" noted one visitor. Twin Grove RV Resort and Gifford Pinchot State Park add to the glamping inventory with their yurt accommodations featuring private decks, furnished interiors, and access to modern bathhouse facilities with hot showers and flushing toilets.
Shuttle service to Hershey's attractions represents a significant advantage for glampers staying at Hersheypark Camping Resort. The campground operates dedicated shuttles throughout the day, providing convenient access to Hersheypark and Chocolate World without driving or parking concerns. A recent visitor mentioned, "If you are planning on going to Hershey Park or Chocolate World this is the place to stay. They have a shuttle that runs frequently bringing guests to the park." French Creek State Park's yurts and Twin Grove's geodesic domes offer more secluded glamping experiences, with hiking trails and seasonal swimming pools available. Most glamping sites maintain seasonal operation, typically opening from early April through late October or early November, with premium rates during summer months and holiday weekends.
"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."
"The area up on the hill in the back is next to the CSX train track that runs 24/7. Lazy River Rest does flood when it rains and our relatives had to relocate their first night until it dried out."
"While its proximity to the highway makes access easy, the property itself is gated, organized into distinct camping zones and packed with amenities that clearly cater to longer stays and families looking"
"campground so inconveniently located (more on this later) right next to highway I76."
"That said, as the PA Dutch Country RV Resort rests at a slightly higher elevation than the turnpike, I have to admit, we really didn’t notice much of any noise coming from the highway and what’s more,"
"Tucked into the rolling, wooded hills of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country RV Resort offers a unique blend of peaceful countryside and activity-packed camping, all just a stone"
"They have upgraded the tent sites since last year, no more primitive sites, all the tent sites are now mulch pad with water and electric."
"Nice chairs, fire pit, and picnic table. The bath house was extremely clean and very nice. The pool was nice, but being that it was the end of June, the water was freezing! I couldn't get in!"
from $45 - $279 / night
"The lake is large and gorgeous. There are a lot of lake side campsites which are amazing. The hosts are all very friendly."
"We stayed in July on site 235. When we arrived, our first thought was “Wow, these sites are narrow!” Fortunately, backing in was fairly easy. Some sites would’ve been more difficult."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $90 / night
"Staff is excellent. Camp store is well stocked. Can’t beat this place!!"
"Wait for breakfast at the restaurant"
"This is a single campsite that you rent, no other campers on site unless you are bringing them with you!"
"When my girlfriend and her son arrived they were met by the entire crew(sorry I missed you guys). She said they gave them a complete walk around of the site and were super friendly and helpful."
from $75 - $90 / night
"We first had a 2 point site near the river, but when it rains the sites get flooded with runoff from the campground. We moved to a full hookup on the Delaware section."
"I got an amazingly large site with a nice fire pit and picnic table. The site was very level so that was great! Nice indoor and outdoor pools! Cable TV isn't free, but I never use it anyway."
"Starlite offers a wide variety of amenities such as a community pool, general store, snack bar, playground area, toilets, indoor shower stalls, daily activities, pets permitted, water/electric utilities"
"We had two sites this trip with water and electric, but they do have quite a few full hook-up sites. Overall the sites were large, with trees between, providing additional privacy."
"No pets though. B and C loop felt like the spaces were very close to each other. A loop was closed at this point."
"Got there at 11pm and the D loop says no pets allowed."
Available this weekend
from $20 - $90 / night
TravelerCountry Acres is a lovely, well maintained campground. Sites are level and bath house facilities clean and modern. Friendly staff in the office. Dog friendly. Local to all the Lancaster attractions. A complimentary farmland tour is offered by bus and it was great. They take you out into an area of Amish farms and shops and make a stop at 2 of these. The fresh Amish pretzels are amazing!
GuideGreat 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.
GuideWe 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.
GuideWhere 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.
GuideYou 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.
ScoutThe 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.
ScoutThe campground is in excellent condition. The facilities are top notch. The excellence and care of the campground is evident. The 4 stars is only due to the road noise and many of the sites are on top of each other. You feel like your neighbor is at your camp fire.
TravelerThere was no hot water in the showers. There are no dog poo stations. There is a dumpster marked “STAFF ONLY”. It’s nice they have a place to stuff the staff!
TravelerOMG! Next to busy interstate, railroad tracks and shooting range. Way to much for me!
Glamping options near Palmyra, Pennsylvania include both upscale and rustic accommodations across state parks and private campgrounds. The area sits at approximately 450 feet above sea level in the Lebanon Valley, with summer temperatures averaging 80-85°F during peak camping season. Most glamping sites require advance reservations, with many locations experiencing full bookings 2-3 months ahead during summer weekends.
Fishing opportunities: French Creek State Park Campground offers two lakes with diverse fish species. "There are several warm water fish in the lakes including northern pike, chain pickerel, bass, walleye, muskellunge and several types of panfish. Ice fishing is also allowed at both lakes and the ice thickness is monitored," notes one visitor.
Hiking trails: Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground features an extensive trail system around the lake. "I took an early morning hike on the 8.5 mile Lakeside Trail that goes around the lake and it was really awesome to see the lake from all different angles," reports a camper.
Outdoor activities: River Rock Recreation offers riverside camping with nearby attractions. "As I mentioned there is the Northwest Lancaster Trail to walk along, ride your bike, geocache or check out the Edible Forest. We found some raccoon tracks in the mud down by the river and checked out the scenery of the York Haven Catwalk."
Clean facilities: Elizabethtown-Hershey KOA maintains high standards of cleanliness. "Spotless bathrooms. Nice pool and playgrounds. Not a lot of traffic. Quiet. Friendly. Price is fair and not nearly as expensive as many other KOAs but the quality is just as good!" shares one satisfied camper.
Site privacy: French Creek State Park earns praise for its spacious layout. "We LOVE camping here as the campsites are not right on top of one another. There is a lot of shade and the campground is laid out well... As long as you don't stay right across from the bath houses you will find ample shade at your site."
Family amenities: Twin Grove RV Resort provides extensive recreation options. "It is a nice camp ground but super loud bc of the trains. Bath houses are nice and clean. I would suggest making sure you aren't close to the tracks bc the trains run all night long!" advises a visitor.
Railroad noise: Hersheypark Camping Resort has train tracks nearby that can disrupt sleep. "Nice camp ground but super loud bc of the trains. Bath houses are nice and clean. I would suggest making sure you aren't close to the tracks bc the trains run all night long!" warns one camper.
Seasonal considerations: Most glamping facilities operate from April through October. "The campground was pretty open because it was a weekday. Spots are kind of close, no trees or anything to separate spots. We're used to that now haha. It had really nice bathrooms and showers."
Site selection: Pay attention to campground topography when selecting a site. "We didn't have any problems laying out our campsite that came with the standard-issued picnic table and in-ground fold-up fire ring. Don't have an RV, 5th Wheeler or Tent? Not a problem, as the good folks here will rent you one of their cottages for the night."
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