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Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA accommodates pets with designated pet-friendly tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and even glamping options. The campground features a fenced dog park where four-legged campers can exercise off-leash, with plenty of grassy areas throughout the property. Leashed pets are welcome to accompany their owners around the campground grounds, though they must be supervised at all times. Located just 20 minutes from Philadelphia, this KOA maintains exceptionally clean facilities and offers full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections for RVers traveling with pets. Dogs particularly enjoy walking around the small fishing pond, though owners should be prepared to clean up after their pets as some visitors note occasional issues with dog waste despite available cleanup stations.
Ridley Creek State Park Campground offers pet-friendly group camping sites within a beautiful natural setting with well-marked hiking trails ideal for dog walks. Leashed pets can explore the park's extensive trail system, with several routes featuring creek access where dogs can cool off during summer months. The campground provides electric hookups and picnic tables at each site, though pet owners should note the limited facilities compared to private campgrounds—no showers are available, and water sources are minimal. Pets must remain on leashes no longer than six feet throughout the park, including on all trails and in camping areas. The surrounding woodland setting provides plenty of shade and natural exploration opportunities, making this state park particularly appealing for campers seeking a more rustic experience with their pets.
"Beautiful campground — lots of trees, pond, kids play equipment, dog park, etc. facilities all clean and whole place is well maintained. Easy late arrival."
"The neighbor’s sewer connection is right next to our picnic table! But, the sites are large enough for large RVs, they have 30/50 amp hookups and water & sewer."
"well marked trails great for hiking. pet friendly! we love walking here with our dog. there are even a few great spots to get a small creek swim in! It also has a greag picnic area with grills."
"We found a lot of really unique sites around the park. Will keep going back"
from $57 / night
Check Availability"There are numerous hiking trails in the park that seemed to be well marked and maintained. The park is about 20- mins from Reading, and 10 mins from Birdsbroro."
"There is a connector trail nearby that can get you to most of the hiking trails. Site was nice. Bathrooms okay. This is a pet loop so be aware of dogs. Hiking trails in park were a nice challenge."
from $20 - $75 / night
Check Availability"This row of sites lacked the trees for shade and privacy found at most other sites around the campground. The pool was nice and clean."
"Not close off the highway, but wooden sites. Seems as though people spend their summers there. Pool was beautiful and looked new. Mini golf was decrepit and looked abandoned. Store was nice."
from $31 - $50 / night
Check Availability"It's almost 500 acres filled with trails, woods,and river. I usually go to the parking right off of Militia hill rd.and Skippack Pike intersection."
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from $28 - $72 / night
Check Availability"We hiked the 7.5mile lake trail with our two pups. It was beautiful and along the way there were opportunities to kayak/sup, beach it, or even play on a ropes course."
"The site itself was set back some, and felt secluded while still being near the parking area. Walk to bathrooms and camp store was on the longer side."
from $22 - $40 / night
Check Availability"year ago with some refreshed insight, additional photos and, well, because once wasn’t enough, here’s a quick reel of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS: HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Hidden slice of suburban woodland tucked"
from $1 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Some sites have lake-side water access, so bring your canoes and kayaks and reserve these sites (4, 8, 10, 12, 20 and 22) early as they are popular."
"This was a nice large site in the“pet-friendly” section(sites 26-34) of the campground. Site 34 is close to Atsion Road, so there was car noise, but it wasn’t really an issue to us."
"It was a great place to walk with your dog and enjoy the Pennsylvania outdoors."
"Since he was 2 years old I’ve taken my son, and we always have an amazing time, either hiking the trails to wandering in the woods looking for “adventures”."
from $43 / night
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RangerWe stayed here for a night in transit. Beautiful campground — lots of trees, pond, kids play equipment, dog park, etc. facilities all clean and whole place is well maintained. Easy late arrival. Good location - convenient but far enough off the highway. Would stay here again.
TravelerCampground sites are nice and spacious, bathrooms are good, and there’s plenty to do for everyone. We hiked the 7.5mile lake trail with our two pups. It was beautiful and along the way there were opportunities to kayak/sup, beach it, or even play on a ropes course. We always travel with our dogs and this place has the BEST dog park. Big open space with access to lots of water play. We definitely recommend this spot!
GuideI was able to book my site the day before the trip. The site itself was set back some, and felt secluded while still being near the parking area.
Walk to bathrooms and camp store was on the longer side. Firewood was $5 a bundle, but the register wasn't working and they could only take cash.
The hiking in the immediate area was beautiful, lots of fun trails and wildlife. Fishing, kayaking, zip lining, tons of great activities.
The firepits have grates over one half, so campfire cooking is a breeze. Cook up and use the provided picnic table for an easy dinner set up.
The park itself is very dog friendly and most sites had dogs. There is also an off leash dog park at Lum's pond and dog water dishes outside the camp store.
The showers and bathrooms were incredibly well kept with hot water and stocked supplies. If you didn't feel like walking so far, the tents had a spiget with running water near the parking areas.
Reception for Verizon was spotty, t mobile was pretty great. Wish there was an ATM on site though I don't think the cash only situation is a normal one for this campground.
All in all an amazing trip, and I'll be back as soon as possible.
GuideMy family and I stayed at French Creek State Park while attending an event in Reading. The park was clean and well maintained. We stayed in Loop A which had no camp host. The camp hosts were in loops B & C. We had a full hook up site. The water and electric worked great! The campground was well patrolled by Rangers throughout our stay. The bathhouses appeared to be clean and maintained. The quiet time starts at 9pm and seemed to be followed by most campers. There are numerous hiking trails in the park that seemed to be well marked and maintained. The park is about 20- mins from Reading, and 10 mins from Birdsbroro. There are many stores and restaurants in the area for food and supplies if needed. We had good cellular service with both AT&T and T-Mobile. The one downside was that there was no off leash dog park. We had to take our dog to a dog park in Birdsbroro. We would stay at this park again.
Guidewell marked trails great for hiking. pet friendly! we love walking here with our dog. there are even a few great spots to get a small creek swim in! It also has a greag picnic area with grills.
LegendWest Chester KOA This is a really nice KOA not too far from downtown Philly. The campground is located in a beautiful part of the Pennsylvania countryside with rolling hills which meant the roads getting there are narrow and windy. A bridge nearby the campground was washed out earlier by a hurricane so we had to take an alternative route going about thirty minutes out of our way. (Make sure you check their website for directions!) There is a lot to do in the surrounding area like visiting the historical sites in downtown Philadelphia, Valley Forge, or exploring Amish country.
This is a typical KOA with lots of amenities and activities for kids– swimming pool, jump pad, miniature golf, volleyball, butterfly garden, gem mining, playground, store, dog park, nature trail, etc. There is a large pool area with pavilion but it was closed during our stay since we were there early in the season. The campground is right on the Brandywine River which is a slow meandering pretty river that is great to get your feet wet or go for a paddle. Canoes and kayaks are available for rent if you have time and as there is very little current in the river you can paddle out and back without any trouble. There is a nice, short nature trail which was nice to walk our dog and she enjoyed getting wet in the river.
The campground is hilly which means that a fair number of sites are not level. Our site (#27) was level for our RV but the patio sloped downhill and we could not use our picnic table or find a level spot for our chairs. Some sites are “premiums” with paved patios, Adirondack chairs, fancy firepits, BBQ grill, and tables and chairs with an umbrella. These sites are really nice, but you pay a lot more for them. Some sites are located adjacent to the river with nice waterfront views, but beware some might be muddy. There are lots of camping cabins and a couple of glamping tents.
Overall, the campground is very clean with no trash lying around and the grass was mowed and trimmed. The 50-amp electric was good as was the water pressure. The sewer connection uphill from our site so it did not drain properly. There is basic cable but since you are so close to Philly there are plenty of over-the-air channels. The Wi-Fi at our site worked well. Garbage is picked up at your site. The surrounding area has plenty of restaurants, shopping, and interesting things to see and do.
GuideWe do Lums Pond at least twice a year if we can get reservations.
Sites are big and all were redone in the last few years with concrete pads, 30 amp service and full sewer. There are some equestrian and tent sites as well.
Lots of boating (electric motors only) and kayaking on the pond and a decent amount of hiking. There’s an off leash dog park, equestrian center and boat ramp. Book early because it fills up fast!
LegendThis is unquestionably the best KOA I’ve been to. I usually do not like KOA, except when there are no alternatives. This one is way above average. Typically these places are all gravel and dust. This one has paved roads, grass and trees. There is a pond for fishing, too. The only complaint is that, like all KOAs, the sites are on top of each other. The neighbor’s sewer connection is right next to our picnic table! But, the sites are large enough for large RVs, they have 30/50 amp hookups and water & sewer. There are cabins and large tents you can rent. There is a playground, pavilion, laundry, and several shower/bathrooms. (The one near us didn’t have hot water. The office people said they were working on it.) There us also a large, grassy, fenced dog park which my 2 spaniels appreciated.
TravelerWe stayed at site 18 in Loop A. There is a connector trail nearby that can get you to most of the hiking trails. Site was nice. Bathrooms okay. This is a pet loop so be aware of dogs. Hiking trails in park were a nice challenge.
Camping options in Sharon Hill, Pennsylvania put you at the edge of dense woodland and suburban parks within 40 miles of Philadelphia. The area sits at about 60 feet above sea level with mild spring and fall temperatures that average 50-70°F, making it ideal for camping from April through October. Summer tends to see moderate rainfall that can create muddy conditions at several local campgrounds, so waterproof footwear is essential.
Lake activities: Kayak on multiple waterways within Wharton State Forest, where campers can launch directly from waterfront sites. "Our site was right on Wading River and we launched our kayaks right at the site! Our tent is has a full view of the sky and at night it was like a planetarium as we admired the sky from our cots," notes one visitor who camped at the Bodine area of Wharton.
Disc golf: Challenge yourself on the course at French Creek State Park, located in wooded terrain with natural obstacles. The park offers a "frisbee golf course in the woods to make it even more interesting and competitive. The trees definitely make it harder!" according to one reviewer who appreciated the challenge.
Bird watching: Spot migrating raptors at Fort Washington State Park where the observation deck provides exceptional viewing during spring and fall migrations. Birders can spot "Dark-eyed Junco, Common Loon, Blue Heron, Osprey, Cooper's Hawk, Bald Eagles, Great Horned & Barn Owls, Pileated Woodpecker" and many other species throughout the year.
Quiet waterfront camping: Find solitude at less-visited Tinicum Island, which requires a watercraft for access. "A great place to stay if you have a watercraft," notes a camper who enjoyed the isolation this requirement provides, creating a buffer from crowds and noise.
Kid-friendly activities: Keep children entertained at Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA with multiple recreation options. "There was so much to do there a pool, lake, horseshoes, cornhole, playground, big pillow and even more. They offer so many activities during the day and text you so you don't forget," writes a camper who rated their experience five stars.
Native plant diversity: Explore local ecology right within the campground areas. A visitor to Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA mentioned, "if you look around the campground edges or follow the walking trail into the woods, you will find wonderful native plants like blueberry, viburnum, clethra, and meadow beauty," providing natural discovery opportunities without leaving camp.
Site leveling challenges: Bring leveling blocks for many area campgrounds with uneven terrain. At Lums Pond State Park, "The site was fairly level, side-to-side, so I really only needed to level front to back," but others report needing additional equipment.
Seasonal crowding: Book well in advance for summer stays, especially at popular parks. "Book early because it fills up fast!" warns a regular visitor to Lums Pond State Park, where amenities like full hookups and spacious sites make it particularly popular.
Weather preparedness: Pack for rain as summer thunderstorms frequently pass through the area. One camper at French Creek State Park reported their tent "held up well during an evening thunderstorm, but for a small seam leak near the door," highlighting the importance of proper tent setup and rain gear.
Playgrounds: Compare facilities before booking to match with your children's ages. Lums Pond State Park offers "a nice area to wash dishes. Very nice playground area and clean," which one parent rated excellent by their personal standards.
Swimming options: Check water quality reports before planning water activities as conditions vary throughout the season. While Old Cedar Campground features "a nice pool that was clean," natural water bodies like the ones at dog friendly campgrounds near Sharon Hill can sometimes have seasonal quality issues.
Nature programs: Take advantage of educational opportunities at Ridley Creek State Park with well-marked trails. "We found a lot of really unique sites around the park. Will keep going back," reports a visitor who found the park's natural features ideal for family exploration.
Water connections: Bring extra hoses for some campgrounds with shared hookups. At Old Cedar Campground, "The water hookups are shared every other site. I was lucky my 75' hose barely reached the distance needed," warns a camper who suggests packing additional lengths.
Cell service: Expect usable connections at most pet-friendly campgrounds around Sharon Hill. Lums Pond State Park campers report "Wifi worked well enough for us to stream Netflix and YouTube," an important consideration for those needing to stay connected while camping.
Setup assistance: Accept help from staff when offered to navigate tricky sites. At Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA, one RVer appreciated how "they brought you to your site with the golfcart and the guy was so helpful with helping my husband back up (a fight to avoid lol)," making arrival smoother for larger vehicles.
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