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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.
"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."
"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!"
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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 . "
"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."
"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."
"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."
from $57 - $70 / night
Check Availability"Just down the road about a mile or so was the Indian Steps Museum which is owned by York Conservation Society."
"Its close proximity to the Susquehanna River, Otter Creek, and the Mason Dixon Trail is absolutely ideal! Sites are spacious and nice! Restrooms clean!"
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!
GuideWe booked two nights mid October not realizing that it's duck hunting season and that hunting is allowed RIGHT by the campground - with kids everywhere. We were jolted out of sleep at 5 am by gun fire right near our site. It kept up for the next hour. In addition, the bathrooms, although clean are in poor condition. Peeling paint everywhere with bare concrete in the showers. For such a pretty site, we had a miserable stay. We left after one night.
GuideYou just can't beat a pennsylvania park. This one is not an exception. Nice clean restroom, plenty of room. Now, what cost a star. Yes, it rained like hell. When we broke camp and go dump. The dump station was overflowing with sewer. Go to the guard shack to tell them, and find another site. None there. Can I go to an unused full hookup to dump? No! I would have to pay for the site. Two hours later, we found a place to dump for $10.
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.
GuideWe stayed here to go to the Hershey RV show—about 55 min drive. Right in the center of Amish country. Campground is adults only. It was very clean. The bathrooms were very clean with great water pressure. The roads are tight for getting into sites. Site 5 was not level side to side. We met great people 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.
ScoutThe area is very nice and so are the people. The sites are clean and the livestock are a cool sight to see
RangerWe stayed at Redemption Springs to get relatively close to Baltimore without bringing our 30ft travel trailer into the city. Seth and the other gentlemen I spoke with were all extremely accommodating. Enjoyed learning about their approach to restorative farming and purchasing a variety of treats at the farm store. Beef, pork, chicken, seasonings, baked goods, and more. We booked on Hipcamp and recommend following his driving instructions. Our rig fit fine by tuhe main barn and they kept an eye on us going in and out to make sure we didn't have issues making any of the turns. Lots of farm life!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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