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Camping here for many years and still love it here got it all camping trails water fall trail and lake.
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Knoebels Campground and Lake Glory Campground near Pitman provide upscale glamping accommodations amid Pennsylvania's picturesque landscape. Both locations feature luxury canvas tents and glamping cabins equipped with comfortable beds, electricity, and private outdoor spaces. One guest highlighted, "The camp bus picks up and drop you off at the entrance to the campgrounds, and a short walk to the amusement park across the road." These sites offer a perfect blend of outdoor immersion with resort-style amenities, including access to clean shower facilities and fire rings for evening relaxation. Glamping guests enjoy the convenience of on-site markets for supplies and picnic areas for alfresco dining amid the wooded surroundings.
Within walking distance of Knoebels Amusement Resort, these glamping retreats combine outdoor relaxation with family entertainment. The park features wooden roller coasters, carousel rides, and a stream-fed pool with water slides. A visitor noted, "We loved it! It was very clean, beautifully maintained, with friendly staff and great food options." Beyond the amusement attractions, glamping guests can explore nearby hiking trails or visit Bloomsburg, home to a children's museum and the Bloomsburg Fair, reportedly the largest fair on the East Coast. Most glamping sites are available from April through October, with Twin Grove RV Resort and Ricketts Glen State Park also offering yurt accommodations for those seeking alternative glamping experiences in the region.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Pitman (48)
1. Knoebels Campground
"Knoebels campground is situated next to Knoebels amusement park and offers sites for tent campers and RVs, as well as cabins. There is electricity at every site but not water."
"In fact, none of the surrounding sites looked very level."
Check Availabilityfrom $59 - $160 / night
2. Lake Glory Campground
"The lake is stocked and the fish are always hungry. 10 minutes to Knoebels with the mighty Phoenix. The best wooden coaster on the planet. Always a great time at Lake Glory. "
"Friendly staff. Nice little lake to fish in. Very clean."
Check Availabilityfrom $50 - $80 / night
3. Camp A While
"The only reason for not giving five stars is because it’s very close to a freeway. There’s quite a bit of truck and car noise from the freeway."
"They have a nice game room, nice bathrooms with showers. It was Very enjoyable time,and we will be back."
Check AvailabilityAvailable this weekend
from $26 - $44 / night
4. Twin Grove RV Resort
"Staff is excellent. Camp store is well stocked. Can’t beat this place!!"
"Wait for breakfast at the restaurant"
5. Splash Magic RV Resort
"Electric ran below 110 volts the entire weekend and the water had a brownish tint to it. It was a VERY hot weekend so I should mention that everyone had their air running."
"I am just learning about using a travel trailer and the staff was of great assistance. They were easy to reach and were genuinely interested in my stay and plans. "
6. 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."
"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."
7. Ricketts Glen State Park Campground
"The trails are very well marked. We stayed in the large loop, which is a peninsula on Lake Jean. Many of the sites have lake views. The bathhouse was clean but not adequate for 73 sites."
"we had a wonderful experience. drove our car right up to our site, had a ton of space to set up. a nice picnic bench and fire pit was there and we were sure 61 so the lake was 100 yards from all of this"
10 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $15 - $92 / night
8. Blue Rocks Family Campground
"Blue Rocks family campground is close to I78 however it is still off the beaten path. It is very peaceful to camp here as you have different types of environments."
"Ice cream parlor was a bonus and general store was great, well stocked and good prices. The hiking trails near by are wonderful. The boulder feild is a must see!"
9. Tuscarora State Park Campground
"They offer cabins and yurts, but have no sites for people to set up tents. The main attraction for this park is their lake, which you can swim in, fish, kayak or drop in a boat."
"Off the beaten path in the middle of “pennsyl-tucky”. No cell service at all unless you drive up to the top of the mountain."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $49 - $90 / night
10. Hickory Run State Park Campground
"Come with fire pit, parking spot, picnic table, flush toilet, running water. Competitive pricing."
"This is a large campground with a wide array of campsites so be careful attention when you book online, especially if you have a pet because some sites are not pet-friendly."
61 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $72 / night
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- 54 min from Lebanon, PA
- 55 min from Harrisburg, PA
- 1 hr 9 min from Reading, PA
- 1 hr 16 min from Williamsport, PA
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Glamping Reviews near Pitman, PA
543 Reviews of 48 Pitman Campgrounds
Nancy W.
LegendHickory Run State Park Campground
Peaceful State Park Camping in the Fall
This is a large campground with a wide array of campsites so be careful attention when you book online, especially if you have a pet because some sites are not pet-friendly. Some are 50-amp full hook-up and some are primitive with no hook-ups.
There is a nice nature center with interesting interpretive exhibits and lots of informational brochures including ones about the hiking trails, bears, scat and tracks of local animals, and fishing. Our site was at the edge of the campground and backed up to Route 534 which resulted in a bit of road noise at our site. Other than the road noise the campground was pretty quiet and was not very crowded when we camped there in October.
Not all sites are level and we happened to book one that was not and we had to live with a slant for our stay. The roads in the park are gravel/dirt and since it rained the day we arrived the roads were a muddy mess which made the roads slippery and there were lots of potholes. Unfortunately, some campers were disrespectful and left bags of trash in the fire pit and scattered around their site which was totally unnecessary because there were dumpsters plenty of dumpsters in the campground. Since we camped at Hickory Run late in the season, there were no camp hosts and the trash never got picked up.
The campground is open from mid-April to mid-December; however, the shower facilities and dump station are not available after the third week of October so plan accordingly. We really like the hiking trails which are of varying degrees of difficulty and lengths. The Hawk Falls is a nice easy walk (1.4 miles round-trip) to a waterfall but is extremely popular so don’t think you will be admiring the falls alone. The parking lot at this trail head fills up fast so you better get there early if you want to get a spot.
You can enter the park from two different directions. If you have a big-rig, it is best to approach from the east side. We made the mistake of coming in from the west side as we dropped down from I-80 and came down 534 and the road was really windy with no shoulder. Luckily, there was very little traffic so we could go 10 mph and safely navigate the roads.
Be aware alcohol is not allowed in PA state parks. This park does allow hunting in certain sections of the park. The no-hunting areas are clearly marked with white no hunting signs on trees and you can also pick up a brochure from the office that designates hunting and no-hunting sections.
SkywaystoHighways.com Y.LegendRicketts Glen State Park Campground
Beautiful Falls!
What a great campground! We stayed here on a recommendation from a friend after the Overland Expo. Great hiking trails and the falls were absolutely breathtaking. Truly enjoyed our stay and plan to return!
Kathy L.
RangerHickory Run State Park Campground
Beautiful forest
Gorgeous forested area in the Poconos. We stayed on the Rattlesnake Loop which was lovely. Sites not super private but most nestled in trees. The only bummer was that that Campground Loop didn’t have any direct links to the trail network and was far from it. The other Campground Loop was closer to trails and office. Would return!
- JJohn S.
TravelerHersheypark Camping Resort
EXPENSIVE
There 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!
- Jake F.
ScoutSunsational Family Campground
I would not recommend to anyone
This campground is nothing as stated in the reviews. And now I know why. The one review on here besides mine is from the owner. The bathrooms are not clean. I was told for Labor Day weekend I could stay for two nights had reserved and all. They then abruptly cancelled my reservation and took three days to respond and say I could have a different cabin and tent sight but would need to stay three nights because of the holiday. They also charged a cleaning for a service pet which is not legal. We then showed up and were the only people staying that weren’t seasonal site people and very not welcomed. The first comment made was here come the weekend warriors. We look at the cabin which was ironically filthy and covered in mouse poop yet we got charged a cleaning fee. The grass was not mowed the porter potty’s so gross bugs are crawling in the bottom. The camp store was closed during the car show they had and when we asked when it will be open they stated it will not. It was 1 pm on a Saturday. The reservation process was unorganized. The playground was not mowed or weed whacked and a slide is ratchet strapped together. I would not recommend this place to anyone.
Virginia F.TravelerPinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park
Noise
OMG! Next to busy interstate, railroad tracks and shooting range. Way to much for me!
Jess B.ScoutSplash Magic RV Resort
Horrible
Horrible stay brown water Dep had them on boil water went down hill the past 4 yrs
- 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.
Guide to Pitman
Tucked in central Pennsylvania's anthracite coal region, Pitman's campgrounds rest at elevations between 800-1,200 feet with moderate summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F. Most tent and RV sites remain open from April through October, though several yurt accommodations in the region offer extended availability into cooler months. The area's dense woodlands provide natural shade for most campsites.
What to do
Hike to waterfalls: Ricketts Glen State Park Campground features 22 named waterfalls accessible via well-marked trails. "The hike is definitely not for the easily winded people, or anyone with bad knees, the hike down was pretty steep at some points but very well maintained," notes Anne P. The park offers a range of trail difficulties from easy to challenging.
Explore boulder fields: The massive boulder field at Hickory Run State Park Campground provides unique geological exploration. "The day after we got home... we got our rain! While my husband was not available, I decided to put the jacket on and go outside and test the jacket during a heavy down pour and stormy afternoon," shares Shirley M. The boulder fields spread across acres and require sturdy footwear.
Water activities: Many campgrounds feature swimming areas and fishing opportunities. "There is a lake you can fish in and a play ground for the kids. A decent camp store for the little things you may have forgot at home," explains Amber F. about Lake Glory Campground. Swimming typically runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Campers consistently mention site size as a positive factor. "We lucked out in Bermuda Triangle as there was a little more space and we were further away from some of the noise. The sites are clean and well maintained," reports Derek W. about Knoebels Campground.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms appear frequently in reviews. "The showers are cleaned daily," notes Bonnie T. Most campgrounds offer flush toilets and hot showers, though some primitive areas may only have vault toilets.
Creek access: Several campgrounds feature water access directly from campsites. "We love the creek side sites! Kids can wade in the water to cool off while parents are chatting and cooking just few feet away," says Eiron S. These premium waterfront sites typically book 4-6 months in advance.
What you should know
Weather fluctuations: Temperature changes can be significant. "We went in late august and although it was pool weather during the day time the temperatures dropped somewhat dramatically into the evening hours so bring clothes for both 70-80 degree weather and 40-50 degree weather overnight," advises Derek W.
Highway noise: Some campgrounds experience road noise. "Right off the highway with lots of loud trucks and bikes. The campground is very busy with loud activity from other campers at all hours," warns Tiani P. about Camp A While.
Booking windows: Popular campgrounds fill quickly. "Book early....these sites fill fast!" cautions Eiron S. Reservations for summer weekends typically open 6-12 months in advance.
Yurt availability: Yurt camping near Pitman, Pennsylvania concentrates at Twin Grove RV Resort and Ricketts Glen State Park. Limited yurt accommodations means booking 8-12 months ahead for summer dates.
Tips for camping with families
Multiple playgrounds: Family-focused campgrounds offer play areas. "They have a pool and fun activities though the day. At night they have a merry go round, train, giant slide and ferries wheel you can ride," shares Dawn T. about Twin Grove RV Resort.
Nature exploration: Kids enjoy natural features. "Our children loved to climb all over the rocks, that is where they spent most of the time. primitive but fun!" says Terri S. about Blue Rocks Family Campground.
Swimming options: Most family-oriented campgrounds feature swimming areas. "Very large, open site and quiet! The second time, we were in a more wooded section by a little stream. I liked that it was so wooded, however, it was also significantly smaller," reports Gayle B.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Many campsites require leveling equipment. "Our site was plenty spacious for our pup and TV, but was not level at all. In fact, none of the surrounding sites looked very level," advises Jen V.
Camp store availability: Most campgrounds feature stores with essentials. "Camp store had good hours and is stocked to high heaven; you could come here with just the clothes on your back and buy everything you need for a very comfortable stay," notes Bridget D.
Utility reliability: During peak usage, some campgrounds experience power fluctuations. "Electric ran below 110 volts the entire weekend and the water had a brownish tint to it. It was a VERY hot weekend so I should mention that everyone had their air running," reports Debbie W.
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