Best Campgrounds near Quarryville, PA

Campgrounds around Quarryville, Pennsylvania feature a mix of established facilities and amenities catering to various camping preferences. The area is home to Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Quarryville, a family-oriented campground with electric hookups, water access, and cabin accommodations that operates from April through early November. Several campgrounds within a 20-mile radius offer both tent and RV sites, including Country Acres Campground in nearby Gordonville and Pequea Creek Campground, which provides waterfront access along its namesake creek. Most locations support various accommodation types including tent camping, RV hookups, cabin rentals, and in some cases, glamping options like yurts.

Road access to campgrounds in the Quarryville region is generally well-maintained, with most established sites easily reachable by standard vehicles. The camping season typically runs from early spring through late fall, with limited year-round options available. Many campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holiday periods. "Beautiful picturesque campground with large spots and a lot of trees. Very quiet and close enough to Lancaster for shopping. Covered bridges and road side shopping are close by," noted one visitor about Pequea Creek Campground. The area experiences typical mid-Atlantic seasonal patterns with humid summers and moderate winters. Spring and fall offer the most comfortable camping conditions, though summer remains the most popular despite occasional thunderstorms and higher humidity.

Campers consistently highlight the area's proximity to Lancaster County attractions, including Amish country experiences and covered bridges. Most established campgrounds maintain clean facilities with amenities like showers, restrooms, and water hookups. Sites vary in privacy levels, with some locations offering more wooded separation between campsites than others. Families appreciate the recreational activities available at campgrounds like Jellystone Park, while those seeking quieter experiences gravitate toward sites along creeks and waterways. Several reviews mention the importance of selecting sites away from farm operations during manure spreading seasons, which can temporarily affect air quality. The campgrounds surrounding Quarryville provide a convenient base for exploring both natural areas and the region's cultural attractions, with most major shopping and services available within a 15-20 minute drive.

Best Camping Sites Near Quarryville, Pennsylvania (119)

    1. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Quarryville

    19 Reviews
    Quarryville, PA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 610-4505

    "I have taken my kids to the Quarryville location on multiple occasion for their Halloween events. Absolutely amazing! We can’t wait to go back!"

    "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."

    2. Old Mill Stream Campground

    17 Reviews
    Lampeter, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 299-2314

    "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."

    "Not to noisy being next to a theme park. The bath house was just remodeled so it's excellent! Good price!"

    3. Thousand Trails Circle M

    19 Reviews
    Millersville, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Close to Lancaster for necessities and great proximity to Baltimore and Philadelphia for day trips."

    "I used to stay here all the time with my grandparents when they were around. It was always some of the best times for me."

    4. Country Acres Campground

    12 Reviews
    Concord, PA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 983-3064

    "This is a great spot for visiting Pennsylvania Amish of Lancaster County and about a one-hour drive to Hersheypark.  Our site(# 837) was a good size for our motor home+ toad."

    "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."

    5. Pequea Creek Campground

    14 Reviews
    Pequea, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 284-4587

    "Covered bridges and road side shopping are close by. Enjoyed river tubing which is close by to this campground. Music bingo on Saturday night was so much fun. Owners are very nice and helpful."

    "The wife & I stayed in site 22 for three nights and bicycled 14 miles, some along the Susquehanna, on nearby Enola Low Grade Trail . "

    6. Mill Bridge Village & Camp Resort

    14 Reviews
    Concord, PA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 687-8181

    "Great, convenient location. Cost friendly considering the location. Clean grounds & maintained sites. Mix of open & shaded sites, all appear to be pretty level, our site was next to stream."

    "The site was right next to the creek. Shade is perfect for our dogs. Office personnel were so very helpful. Office does close at 4 but that is due to staff shortages."

    7. Tucquan Park Family Campground

    12 Reviews
    Holtwood, PA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 284-2156

    "Highly recommend staying here with lots of close hiking trails within driving distance."

    "There was a lot of space so walking our dogs was great. The smaller bathroom stalls are pretty small but got the job done. Playground and pool were both nice and clean. Wonderful place for a family."

    8. Muddy Run Rec Park - PPL

    11 Reviews
    Holtwood, PA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 284-4325

    "The large lake is great for a day of kayaking and fishing with supplies readily available for rent at the boat dock store."

    "The observatory is open to public once a month, we recommend you plan your trip around this."

    9. Beacon Hill Camping

    11 Reviews
    Concord, PA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 768-8775

    $57 - $70 / night

    "Located w/in walking distance of small town of Intercourse, PA, with plenty of shopping and Amish crafts. Very friendly people. Inexpensive stay."

    "Within walking distance are Amish shops, and guided tours into the Amish countryside. Restaurants are nearby. Clean and quiet area."

    10. Spring Gulch Resort Campground

    16 Reviews
    Narvon, PA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Site next to us had a pipe break, they had a maintenance crew come out immediately and fix it. Amish stores/attractions close by for some entertainment also."

    "Fishing pond is a joke and near by Gun Range can be annoying and tough on pets. But, over all, this place is pretty nice."

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Recent Reviews near Quarryville, PA

914 Reviews of 119 Quarryville Campgrounds


  • Gennifer K.
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Country Acres Campground

    Nice park

    This was a great campground. Very convenient for local sites, food, and shopping. Super clean, a large pool, and all well maintained.

  • M
    Oct. 6, 2025

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Hard with a large group

    Harder to do with a large group due to the early quiet hours, but park is very nice and well kept

  • tThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 5, 2025

    Stoevers Dam Park

    Park is closed. We were kicked out.

    LThe park is a beautiful city park. There are 7 small, level, back-in sites with electric, a picnic table and fire pit. We arrived in a Sunday and you have to call for a permit, but the office is only open on M-F during working hours. At 8 pm, a police officer told us the park was closed because of a bear, but that they had not gotten around to putting up signs. Wound up in a Walmart instead.

  • Aly E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 2, 2025

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Dog owners read!

    There’s four loops. All connected A through D. We just needed a place to park and sleep so I got D011. Got there at 11pm and the D loop says no pets allowed. Not sure why when they are at every other loop but we had no where else to go and the area is pretty far off from anywhere else so the ol lab stayed in the camper. The bathrooms are tile and really nice with showers. And it was really quiet and chilly so a nice fall camp site. Just know ahead of time if you’re a dog owner!

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 26, 2025

    Old Mill Stream Campground

    Great place to stay!

    This Campground is in the town of Lancaster, close to everything. A little complicated getting in, you need to turn in at the Cartoon Network Hotel driveway. Nice showers & friendly staff. Our site was asphalt, that was a treat, tho not all of them were...

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Brandywine Creek Campground

    Brandywine

    We are on the third week of a four week trip. Campground is well maintained, quiet. This was our home while exploring Philadelphia. Uber to Downgrown, Septa or Amtrak to town. Reverse to camp. Very enjoyable. Hickory nut tree beside camper shared at times.

  • Peyton S.
    Sep. 8, 2025

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Wonderful, Easy, Quick trip from Philly

    It’s about an hour away from Philadelphia. We tent camped in loop B. The site was wonderful. Just know it is a gravel site, not grass. The fire pit has a grill attachment and wood was easy to find. Water and bathrooms were close. We hiked around the lake and there were plenty of trails and even rentable kayaks and paddle boards! Would definitely recommend if looking for a quick overnight stay outside of the city.

  • Stephen W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Hersheypark Camping Resort

    Very clean campground friendly staff

    We stay here once a year in September. Stone surface. Not to bad for leveling. Our site was spacious.


Guide to Quarryville

Camping spots near Quarryville, Pennsylvania sit at elevations between 300-600 feet in Lancaster County's southern end. The region features rolling farmland with small streams and creeks cutting through limestone terrain. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F, while spring and fall camping benefits from milder 50-70°F conditions with occasional showers.

What to do

Creek exploration and water activities: At Pequea Creek Campground, visitors can enjoy water-based recreation in the shallow, kid-friendly waters. "We welcomed grandkids' visit for splashing and floating in Pequea Creek. (Nearby site 24 had steps down the 'levee'; affording easier access to the creek)," notes camper J W. The campground provides convenient water access from many sites.

Disc golf courses: Muddy Run Rec Park offers a well-maintained disc golf course among its recreational options. "The large lake is great for a day of kayaking and fishing with supplies readily available for rent at the boat dock store. If you are looking for some hiking there is a hiking trail that will take you all around the parameter of the large 144 acre park," reports Alanna M.

Amish country tours: Campgrounds in the region serve as excellent bases for exploring Amish communities. Country Acres Campground provides special access opportunities. "There are free tickets available for the Amish Farmland Bus Tour," reports Matt S., adding that the campground offers a 2:00 pm check-out which allows more exploration time on departure day.

What campers like

Spacious sites with privacy: Many campers appreciate generous site spacing at certain campgrounds. At Tucquan Park Family Campground, "We had a corner site and had plenty of room. We met a whole bunch of very nice people and would definitely go back," shares Jennifer R. Others note the campground's "huge group site" with well-separated sleeping and cooking areas.

Family-oriented activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Quarryville receives high marks for its extensive family programming. "We had stayed in this canpground about 5 years ago and we loved it. We returned this year with my 12 and 14 year olds and a 12 year old friend," reports Gina R. Another visitor, Ashley S., noted: "The water park is super fun for adults and kids. The entire campground is clean and very well maintained."

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Campers frequently mention deer watching as a highlight. "My favorite evening activities (besides enjoying a campfire) are dusk deer-watching! There are hundreds of deer in this protected park," explains Jenn D. from Muddy Run Rec Park.

What you should know

Water access limitations: Some campgrounds require extra planning for hookups. At Muddy Run Rec Park, "Bring 50 ft of hose for water hook up and an extension cord with a converter. The water hook ups are randomly placed, ours was 2 sites away," advises Chris G.

Seasonal farm operations: Agricultural activities can occasionally impact camping experiences. "The overwhelming impression of this campground was the smell of cow manure from the nearby dairy farm feedlot. The smell was not present the first day or so we were there and we enjoyed sitting outside in the afternoon, but when the wind shifted the horrid smell drove us inside during the rest of our visit," reports Nancy W. from Old Mill Stream Campground.

Primitive site access: Those seeking tent sites should check accessibility details. At Tucquan Park, "The primitive sites are back in the woods which kept us nice and cool on hot July nights. The location also kept us fairly bug free. Note: The campground WiFi does not reach the primitive sites and I had 0 cell/GPS service on the entire premises (my carrier is AT&T)," shares christine L.

Tips for camping with families

Water park options: The water amenities provide excellent hot-weather relief. "This is a nice, family oriented campground... Playground and pool were both nice and clean. Wonderful place for a family," reports Jennifer R. about Tucquan Park Family Campground.

Age-appropriate activities: Consider your children's ages when selecting a campground. One Jellystone Park visitor noted: "The go carts are old. The air pillow was flat. They took out the pool table. Hardly any games in the game room. We were very disappointed. They really need to ass something new to make it more teen-friendly."

Halloween camping events: Thousand Trails Circle M offers special seasonal programming. "They had Halloween ever at every weekend of October and we spent Halloween weekend here. The kids loved it!!" says Kasey M., who found the resort's seasonal activities particularly appealing for families with children.

Tips from RVers

RV site selection strategies: Concrete pads provide advantages in wet weather. "We got pretty lucky and were assigned one of the concrete pads that was pretty level. It is absolutely beautiful out. The grounds are well-kept," notes Nick E. about Thousand Trails Circle M.

Leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require extra equipment for leveling RVs. At Mill Bridge Village & Camp Resort, "We had a nice site that backed up to a small creek. Very scenic and laid back campground. Mostly older folks. Very quiet except for the neighbor who rode his quad for hours on end... Look at the map when selecting a site. The sites in the center are like a parking lot. Small, no shade and wide open," advises Stacy D.

Senior-focused campgrounds: Beacon Hill Camping caters specifically to adult campers. "Great little adults only campground. Quiet and surrounded by Amish farm lands and shopping locations nearby. It's not a big campground but it's friendly, clean, and well maintained," explains Alex & Mary O. The no-children policy creates a peaceful atmosphere that appeals to many RV travelers seeking quiet surroundings.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far are surrounding campgrounds from Quarryville, PA?

Several quality campgrounds are within easy driving distance of Quarryville. Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country is approximately 15-20 minutes away and offers an authentic Amish country camping experience. Pinch Pond Family Campground & RV Park is about 30 minutes from Quarryville, conveniently located near highways for easy access. For those willing to drive a bit farther, the Philadelphia-West Chester KOA is approximately 45 minutes away, situated in beautiful Pennsylvania countryside with rolling hills.

What campgrounds are available in Quarryville, PA?

Quarryville offers excellent camping options, with Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Quarryville being a standout choice. This family-friendly campground is particularly known for its Halloween events and seasonal activities. Another great option is Pequea Creek Campground, a picturesque site with large, tree-filled spots that provide privacy and natural beauty. The quiet atmosphere makes it perfect for relaxation while still being close enough to Lancaster for shopping excursions. Many campgrounds in the area offer amenities like swimming pools, playgrounds, and organized activities for families.

Where can I find RV rentals in Quarryville, Pennsylvania?

While Quarryville itself has limited RV rental options, many nearby campgrounds offer rental services or can point you toward trusted local providers. Mill Bridge Village & Camp Resort near Ronks (about 15 minutes from Quarryville) provides RV accommodations and can often assist with rental information. Country Acres Campground in Gordonville is another option that's RV-friendly and may offer rental services. For more extensive RV rental selections, check the Lancaster area or contact campgrounds directly for their recommendations of local RV rental companies that deliver to your campsite.