2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
French Creek State Park Campground and Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Quarryville offer upscale glamping experiences within reach of Parkesburg, Pennsylvania. Both parks provide yurt accommodations with comfortable amenities for those seeking a blend of outdoor connection and modern comfort. French Creek State Park features well-appointed yurts nestled in wooded surroundings, while Jellystone Park's glamping options include both yurts and safari-style canvas tents with premium features. One guest noted, "The campground is very clean, nice spots with gravel and nice views. The store was stocked well with essentials, and the women running the store was very helpful and friendly." These boutique camping options typically include real beds with linens, electricity, climate control options, and private outdoor spaces where guests can enjoy nature without sacrificing comfort.
Lake-In-Wood Campground houses distinctive glamping options with unique accommodations including yurts that provide an elevated camping experience. The property boasts scenic woodland surroundings while maintaining proximity to Lancaster County attractions. Amenities at these glamping sites include furnished interiors, climate control, and access to campground facilities like showers and recreation areas. According to a camper, "It was very nice! Canoeing schedule could need some organizing? Had a blast! Will be back." Hibernia County Park also provides glamping accommodations with more rustic appeal, situated near Chambers Lake with access to fishing, hiking trails, and a children's fishing pond. Seasonal considerations apply, as most glamping accommodations in the area operate from spring through fall, with some sites requiring advance reservations during peak summer months and special events.
"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
"The campground is located in a beautiful part of the Pennsylvania countryside with rolling hills which meant the roads getting there are narrow and windy."
"I did have major trouble backing in because the road is too narrow for a 45’ motorhome to back in on a nearly 90-degree angle."
from $59 - $86 / night
"We stayed here in November with beautiful weather which meant the large farm behind the campground was spraying manure over their fields. We could smell it."
"Staff is always friendly and the store well stocked. Kids enjoy the water park and nigh time laser tag parties and hay rides. "
"The store was stocked well with essentials, and the women running the store was very helpful and friendly. The campground is very well lit and can be navigated easily at night."
"The road for this row is narrow and there is a fence that makes backing in more difficult, especially for a 30+ ft travel trailer."
"We stayed at one of the primitive tent sites with no hookups adjacent to the farm field. Watching a horse drawn equipment cutting grass while we cooked dinner was a joy."
"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."
"There is a quarry close by so you could hear the trucks beeping and the noise from there but that was the only negative thing."
"You could see there was a indoor pool setup, arcade, playground, store, ice cream, mini-golf and a huge lake and that was everything we saw from the truck. "
from $40 - $60 / night
"We loved the lake campground. My kids are age 3-12. There’s running water available, porta potties are very clean and don’t smell and are lit with a street lamp. Very quiet at night."
"Large campsites at the Lake Loop. Map is a little deceiving- the sites are farther from the lake than I expected and there are no running water bathrooms. Very clean and wooded sites."
from $15 - $50 / night
"Tent sites are lined up along the water which is great for fishing (especially when you need to stay close to the littles sleeping in the tent). Lots of benches lined up along the water."
"The entrance in off the main road turns you into the theme park. Fear not. Turn in and follow the road to the right and into the campground. We stayed on site 123 with a 40 ft Allegro Bus."
"The site itself was set back some, and felt secluded while still being near the parking area. Walk to bathrooms and camp store was on the longer side."
"The tent sites are nice in that they are tucked along the wood line slightly away from RVs with more privacy and shade."
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from $27 - $45 / 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."
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!
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.
RangerWe 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.
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!
ScoutFirst time at this campground really like it a lot will be returning. The bathrooms are always clean. The grounds are always kept up. Just a really nice place to stay. Most of the sites have some kind of shade.
GuideA beautiful, well maintained park with lots to do, great bathroom facilities and extremely nice people. The electric sites aren't all together, so you don't have RV's lined up but maybe annoying for folks who are tent camping. Avoid the locations in the mid-30's by the dumpster, both staff and campers start shaking the lid around 6:30. Between 5 AM and noon staff were driving big trucks and ATV's around with loud reverse horns, and slamming the fire pit grills, which they store sideways. Overall I had a really wonderful time, but that's largely down to good sound reduction inside the van. Almost zero cell service. I was able to get a couple of text messages in and out, but seemed to be a fluke.
ScoutPicked 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.
Parkesburg, Pennsylvania sits at approximately 539 feet above sea level in the rolling hills of Chester County. The area's humid continental climate creates distinct camping seasons with warm summers that reach average highs of 86°F in July and cool fall nights that drop to the mid-40s by October. Most glamping sites in the region remain open from April through late October, though weather patterns can extend or shorten the camping season depending on yearly conditions.
Hiking at Hibernia County Park: Access multiple walking trails ranging from 0.5 to 2 miles in length with minimal elevation gain. Trail maps are available at the park office. "We had a great time at Hibernia! Walking/hiking trails and the lake were super peaceful," notes a visitor from Hibernia County Park.
Kayaking at Chambers Lake: Rent watercraft at the main boathouse for $10-15 per hour during summer months (Memorial Day to Labor Day). The 90-acre lake prohibits gas-powered motors. "The lake is about a 3 minute hike down the clearly marked trails," explains one camper who enjoyed exploring the waterways.
Fishing opportunities: Try the children's fishing pond at Hibernia County Park, specifically designed for anglers under 12 years old. Catch primarily panfish, bass and catfish. "The children's pond is a short ways away for well stocked fishing," reports a satisfied angler from Hibernia.
Visit Amish farms: Take self-guided drives through nearby countryside within 10-15 minutes of Lancaster-New Holland KOA, where you can observe traditional farming methods. "Daily views of fields, farmers plowing with horses or the buggys going by was great," shares a visitor who enjoyed the cultural experience.
Private, wooded sites: Many campsites at French Creek State Park Campground feature natural buffers between neighbors. "As long as you don't stay right across from the bath houses you will find ample shade at your site. There are so many trees and brush in between most sites you can't even really see your neighbors," explains a repeat visitor.
Clean facilities: Bathhouses and common areas receive regular maintenance at most locations. A camper at Country Acres Campground reported, "The campground is very well lit and can be navigated easily at night. The bathhouse was clean and only 1 bout of cold water why showering but a quick on and off of the water did the trick."
Peaceful atmosphere: Many sites maintain quiet hours from 10pm-7am, creating a tranquil environment. "Quiet, very few people mid-week. Spacious sites," notes a French Creek visitor who appreciated the serenity during their stay.
Seasonal activities: Halloween weekends in October feature special events at several campgrounds. "We happened to be there on the weekend a magician came, my kids loved it," shares a visitor to Thousand Trails Circle M who enjoyed the programmed entertainment.
Reservation requirements: Most glamping sites require bookings 3-6 months in advance, especially for summer weekends and holiday periods. "Book early because it fills up fast!" advises a camper at Lums Pond State Park Campground.
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