Nestled in the rolling foothills of eastern Pennsylvania, Pennsburg sits at approximately 400 feet above sea level in Montgomery County. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging in the mid-80s, making cabin camping particularly popular from May through October. Winter snowfall averages around 30 inches annually, with some cabins remaining accessible year-round.
What to do
Disc golf adventures: At Boulder Woods Campground, campers can try disc golf on their extensive course. "They also have a disc golf course and they rent and sell discs. That's where we fell in love with disc golf," shared one visitor who stayed in August 2017.
Watercraft rentals: Explore the lake at Nockamixon State Park by canoe, kayak, or sailboat. "If you don't own a boat, you can rent one right at the lake," notes a reviewer. The cabins here provide easy lake access for water activities.
Boulder field exploration: Just 30 minutes from Pennsburg, families enjoy climbing at the unique geological formations. "Our children loved to climb all over the rocks, that is where they spent most of the time," explains a visitor at Blue Rocks Family Campground.
What campers like
Spacious camping areas: French Creek State Park Campground offers well-designed sites with adequate separation. "All sites have a paved level area which made set up a breeze. Sites were not on top of each other," reports one camper who rated the experience 5 stars.
Clean facilities: Modern restrooms and shower houses are consistently maintained at Allentown KOA. "Bathrooms very clean and stocked with stuff you might need," notes a reviewer. Their family-friendly amenities include showers with good water pressure.
Quiet wooded settings: Cabins near Pennsburg provide seclusion within forested surroundings. "It is very peaceful to camp here as you have different types of environments. You can be down near the creek and in the open more, in the wooded areas, or you can be near the corn field and glacier rock field," explains a guest at Blue Rocks Family Campground.
What you should know
Varying bathroom proximity: At many campgrounds, primitive sites offer more privacy but require longer walks to facilities. "The primitive sites are very private, friendly staff, clean grounds. Cons: only one bathroom and it's very far from the primitive sites," explains a tent camper at Little Red Barn Campground.
Seasonal restrictions: While some state park cabins operate year-round, many private campgrounds close during winter. "Stayed over for one night in early December. Showers and bathrooms were great!" notes a winter visitor to French Creek State Park, highlighting its all-season availability.
Reservation requirements: For cabin rentals specifically, booking ahead is essential. "We were able to book our sites online which was also a nice feature. The website is very easy to use and you can also call a phone number and they can help you book your stay at any State Park," shared a camper.
Tips for camping with families
Theme weekends: Ringing Rocks Family Campground offers special activities for children during holidays. "We went on Halloween weekend and they had so much for the kids to do! Friendly staff and clean sites!" noted a family visitor who appreciated the programming.
Wagon rides: Weekly wagon rides provide entertainment for children at several campgrounds. A visitor to Quakerwoods Campground mentioned, "There appears to be a pool but it is not in use during our time there in October, although the kids have been able to enjoy a hayride and the Halloween decor that some of the seasonal campers display."
Multiple playgrounds: Facilities with separate play areas positioned throughout the grounds make supervision easier. "There is a very large playground situated conveniently between the loops of the campground. It had some slides, a bridge, lots of monkey bars, ladders to climb on and the best feature was the zip line," reported a family at French Creek.
Tips from RVers
Leveling assistance: Some cabin and RV sites require skill to access. At Boulder Woods Campground, "The spots are tight to get into but the staff will offer to park your camper using your vehicle. I let them park mine and I'm really glad I did. It was super tight."
Dump station availability: Not all campgrounds offer 24-hour dump station access. "The dump station didn't have running water," noted a visitor to Allentown KOA, highlighting the importance of checking facility hours and services when planning arrival and departure times.
Site selection strategy: When booking cabins near Pennsburg, Pennsylvania, consider specific site features. "We had sites #32 & #34 in Loop B and the kids had a lot of room to run and play between the two sites," shared a French Creek visitor, demonstrating how strategic booking can enhance group camping experiences.
