French Creek State Park Campground features a well-marked trail system with over 35 miles of paths suitable for both hiking and mountain biking. The camping area is divided into four distinct loops with 200 individual sites, offering a mix of full hookups for RVs, electric-only sites, and primitive campsites. Loop C is the only dog-friendly section, making it convenient for pet owners. The park spans 7,526 acres across Chester and Berks Counties, approximately 15 miles southeast of Reading, with two lakes providing fishing and boating opportunities.
What to do
Hiking at Blue Rocks Family Campground: This campground offers direct access to the Appalachian Trail with trailheads beginning inside the property. The site features a unique glacier rock field for exploration. "Lovely camp sites, fun family activities and hiking! Highly recommend," notes visitor Wendy S., who particularly enjoyed the natural terrain.
Fishing at Green Lane Park: Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park offers fishing in its substantial lake where visitors can catch several warm water fish species. "Phenomenal disc golf course, hiking, and fishing," shares Benjamin C., highlighting the multiple outdoor activities available at this location.
Swimming and water recreation: French Creek State Park Campground maintains a large pool with views overlooking the lake, perfect for cooling off after a day of hiking. "There is a pool and another playground near the park office. Not to mention the many trails for walking, hiking or biking as well," one visitor explains, noting the range of activities beyond just swimming.
Disc golf courses: Boulder Woods Campground features an extensive disc golf course that attracts tournaments and dedicated players. "They also have a disc golf course and they rent and sell discs. That's where we fell in love with disc golf," writes Erik W., pointing to the campground's specialty activity.
What campers like
Private wooded sites: Many tent campers appreciate the secluded primitive sites at Little Red Barn Campground. "I took a walk with my dog and saw the primitive sites tucked in the back of the grounds... We ended up setting up camp at site 31 - which was spacious enough for two large tents and very private," shares Kelsey K.
Clean facilities: Lake Towhee County Park receives praise for its well-maintained amenities. "Great place to camp if it's your first time, clean restrooms, nice sites, showers, and cellphone service," reports jhonbel D., highlighting the park's beginner-friendly attributes.
Spacious sites: Campers consistently mention the ample room at French Creek State Park. "All sites have a paved level area which made set up a breeze. Sites were not on top of each other. Bathrooms were very nice and clean with large showers," describes Jen R., emphasizing the practical layout.
Year-round availability: Some glamping options near Pennsburg operate throughout winter months. "Stayed over for one night in early December. Showers and bathrooms were great!" reports Galit P. about French Creek, one of the few locations offering off-season accommodations.
What you should know
Weather considerations: The ground conditions at Tohickon Family Campground can become challenging during rainy periods. "We had a great Halloween weekend but we were down by creek so it was very muddy," Shannon C. explains, indicating location-specific concerns during wet weather.
Tent site variations: Not all campgrounds have equally suitable tent sites. "We tented in loop D…the only bad part was that it was kind of hard to find a level and rock-free spot large enough for our tent, but we managed!" notes Katie M. about her experience at French Creek.
Reservation requirements: Many luxury glamping sites near Pennsburg require advance booking, especially during summer weekends. For standard camping, Boulder Woods has specific policies: "Sites were not marked at all. No real clear boundaries of any of the tent sites. Took a while to figure out where our site was supposed to be," Keith K. mentions.
Accessibility challenges: Some campgrounds have steep terrain or lengthy walks to facilities. "Only downside is having to haul gear by foot to the campsite. Some are further than others," Chuck C. notes about Evansburg State Park Campground, highlighting an important consideration for those with mobility concerns.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Quakerwoods Campground provides recreational facilities for children. "Just behind the campground is a pond that the kids love to visit and explore for fish, frogs and turtles," Christine D. shares from her family's experience during their annual Fall camping trip.
Educational opportunities: French Creek State Park offers organized activities for children. "They hold a Sunday morning 'Church at the Park,' which we were planning to go to, but then it rained, and we didn't know there was a rain location (the park office), so we ended up missing that," Katie M. explains, highlighting one of the scheduled programs.
Kid-friendly glamping: Luxury camping options near Pennsburg cater well to families with young children. "The pool hours are good they're from 11:00 to 7:00. The bath houses are fine," notes Jodi B. about Tohickon Family Campground's facilities that accommodate families.
Safety considerations: Parents appreciate campgrounds with regular staff presence. "The Park Rangers drive by regularly which is nice in case you are having any problems or just have general questions about the park," mentions Jen R. about French Creek State Park, pointing out the security benefit.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Evansburg State Park Campground has sites with varying grades. "Our site was almost level but in order to reach the electric connection, we were sloped slightly downhill side-to-side," Lee D. notes about Little Red Barn, highlighting a common setup challenge.
Hookup locations: At French Creek State Park, RVers should check utility placement. "There was a spigot for water at the next site over from us, so we didn't have to walk far to get fresh water," explains Jen R., describing the practical arrangement of water access at her site.
Seasonal considerations: Some RV-friendly glamping sites near Pennsburg have age restrictions for seasonal stays. "They only allow seasonal campers to be 10 years old or newer. Ours is 13. Very disappointed," Caryn I. shares about Boulder Woods Campground's policy for long-term campers.
Parking assistance: Boulder Woods Campground offers help with positioning larger vehicles. "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," advises Erik W., appreciating the staff support for navigating challenging sites.
