Best Campgrounds near Stevens, PA

The rolling countryside around Stevens, Pennsylvania supports a network of well-established campgrounds catering to various camping styles. Starlite Camping Resort, located in Stevens proper, provides tent sites, RV hookups, and glamping options from May through November. Within a 15-mile radius, campgrounds like Hickory Run Family Camping Resort in Denver and Dutch Cousin Campground feature cabin accommodations alongside traditional camping, creating a mix of experiences from rustic to amenity-rich. Many campgrounds in Lancaster County blend proximity to Amish countryside with modern conveniences, making the area particularly appealing for family camping trips.

Reservations are strongly recommended at most developed campgrounds near Stevens, especially during summer weekends and fall foliage season when occupancy rates peak. Full hookup sites for RVs often book months in advance, while tent sites may have more availability. The camping season generally runs from April through November, with some year-round operations at larger facilities. Weather patterns include humid summers and occasionally severe thunderstorms, while spring and fall offer more moderate temperatures ideal for outdoor activities. A recent review of a nearby campground noted, "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."

Campers consistently mention the peaceful settings and natural beauty as highlights of the Stevens area. Many campgrounds feature swimming pools, playgrounds, and organized activities, particularly in the summer months. Proximity to the Amish countryside provides unique cultural experiences, with several reviewers mentioning nearby attractions like covered bridges and local markets as highlights. Sites with tree cover receive particularly positive feedback for providing natural shade during hot summer months. According to one visitor at a family campground near Denver, "The sites are pretty spacious. There are plenty of hiking trails, and a 'yellow blaze' trail that leads directly to the Appalachian Trail." Water features, including creeks and small lakes at some facilities, add recreational opportunities for fishing and paddling, though swimming is prohibited in many natural water bodies.

Best Camping Sites Near Stevens, Pennsylvania (147)

    1. French Creek State Park Campground

    81 Reviews
    Geigertown, PA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 582-9680

    $20 - $75 / night

    "We were looking for someplace close to the city but away from the hustle and bustle of our city life, this was the perfect little steal-away; relatively close by, great car camping spots, nice easy hikes"

    "Campground Review: French Creek State Park Campground is located in Elverson, Pennsylvania and sits adjacent to Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site."

    2. Lake-In-Wood Campground

    22 Reviews
    Narvon, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 445-5525

    $40 - $60 / night

    "It rained the entire time I was there so we didn’t go in the pool but the campground is walkable, I was able to go running, there are things for kids to do, some animals to go visit on our walks, obviously"

    "You must try the family style restaurants in the area, delicious and close by as well. Overall a great experience and I would go again for sure :-)"

    3. Hickory Run Family Camping Resort

    9 Reviews
    Reinholds, PA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 336-5564

    "All of the sites are full electric and more than a few have very little space for a family size tent to be safely away from the fire ring. Ours had adequate distance but we got lucky tbh."

    "Streams are close by, hiking trails are numerous and Hawk Falls was a high point of the park. Peaceful, crisp air and beautiful Surroundings."

    4. Old Mill Stream Campground

    17 Reviews
    Lampeter, PA
    13 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!"

    5. Spring Gulch Resort Campground

    16 Reviews
    Narvon, PA
    13 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."

    6. Beacon Hill Camping

    11 Reviews
    Concord, PA
    12 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."

    7. Lancaster-New Holland KOA

    12 Reviews
    Narvon, PA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 354-7926

    "This is a great spot for visiting Pennsylvania Amish of Lancaster County and about a one-hour drive to Hersheypark. "

    "Not too close to each other. Has a great view of the valley and Amish farms. Everyone has been very friendly. No pool but the kids seem to enjoy the playground."

    8. Starlite Camping Resort

    6 Reviews
    Hopeland, PA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 733-9655

    "Starlight is a nice campground to relax or explore central Pennsylvania."

    "The campground is in a great location with easy access to Lancaster, Hershey and many other places to explore."

    9. Country Acres Campground

    12 Reviews
    Concord, PA
    14 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."

    10. Thousand Trails Circle M

    19 Reviews
    Millersville, PA
    17 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."

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Recent Reviews near Stevens, PA

925 Reviews of 147 Stevens Campgrounds


  • Sue B.
    Oct. 26, 2025

    AT Group Campsite near Lehigh Gap

    Good site for camping

    Camped here the night before doing Lehigh Gap, it was less than a mile from the parking at Blue Mountain Rd. (Official A.T. parking). The only downside was my sleeping pad sprung a leak, so it wasn't the best night's sleep. But the site itself was great and I would camp there again.

  • K
    Oct. 20, 2025

    Beechwood Lodge Nudist Camp

    Great day trip

    First timer visitors , had a blast , people were very helpful, nice and made us feel very welcomed!

  • Marc P.
    Oct. 20, 2025

    Blue Rocks Family Campground

    Very nice but a little pricey.

    Been here many times always in the fall. Never been here in summer so have never used the pool. Great little store and small grill restaurant. The trails and the rocks are nice. Our site was very rocky and on an incline so hard to get the camper level. It was a “pop up/tent” site and we were in a small travel trailer so it’s understandable. Only criticism is the it’s very pricey for what you get. And there online booking system isn’t very accurate as it said they were sold out and there was many open sites all weekend. Would be much better it they made more sites have even basic electric.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2025

    Boulder Woods Campground

    This is a have to stay campground

    Excellent stay. We spent 2 nights and had 2 sites. Big sites very quiet and the staff I’d exceptional. Even better is the amazing price!

  • Ali P.
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Homestead Campground

    Here for a week

    Beautiful park. Looks like only 2 of the spots are for campers, rest are full time residents. The farther back you go in the park the worse condition the rv are. At time of visit the closest bathroom was under repair, it happens. Aggravating issues: Dump station has no water. People walk their dogs right thru your camp site and then don’t pick up after them.

    But yea, beautiful place

  • 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.

  • Chelsea B.
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Locust Lake State Park Campground

    Edit: 1 star- Scout sites before paying!

    Beware: these sites are not travel trailer friendly.

    We booked two nights but upon arriving, we realized that there was no way to fit our trailer (only 25 ft). Trees were growing up in all the sites that were available and most of the ones without trees in the way were pointing in the wrong direction for backing into and NONE were level. Called the office, they told us what other sites were available and we tried every one. Only one was remotely suitable for a travel trailer and we had to drive the wrong way through the loop to be at the right angle to even try backing it in. No luck. I’m honestly shocked that they label some of these sites as RV friendly because wow. We left and had to find other accommodations. Trying to get a refund and currently navigating their phone system/trying to get a refund. Three phone conversations later and I’ll have to call another number on Monday to get the right person to issue the refund. We’ve never stayed at PA parks before but if they’re all like this, then it makes it really hard to plan when some sites are fine for trailers and some aren’t even close. Just heads up.

    UPDATE: Called back during business hours and got the “park manager.” Could only give a partial refund for one of the two nights. I said that they weren’t clear on the condition of the sites and he said there was nothing he could do about it.

  • 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.


Guide to Stevens

The camping options near Stevens, Pennsylvania reflect the region's agricultural heritage, with many campgrounds situated on rolling hills with elevations between 400-600 feet. The area experiences distinct seasons with summer highs averaging 85°F and moderate humidity, while spring and fall temperatures range from 50-70°F. Winter camping is limited with temperatures frequently dropping below freezing from December through February.

What to do

Fishing at multiple lakes: French Creek State Park Campground offers excellent fishing opportunities at its two lakes. "There are several warm water fish in the lakes including northern pike, chain pickerel, bass, walleye, muskellunge and several types of panfish. Ice fishing is also allowed at both lakes and the ice thickness is monitored," notes a camper at French Creek State Park Campground.

Visit Amish farms and markets: Beacon Hill Camping provides easy access to authentic Amish experiences. "Within walking distance are Amish shops, and guided tours into the Amish countryside. Restaurants are nearby," explains a visitor. The campground is "surrounded by Amish farm lands and shopping locations nearby," making it ideal for cultural exploration.

Water recreation beyond swimming: Thousand Trails Circle M offers river-based activities not found at other area campgrounds. "The campground sits in the center of a horseshoe curve of the river, bring tubes and kayaks! We didn't know but went and bought a tube and spent the day on the river!" A visitor recommends bringing bug spray for riverside sites.

What campers like

Elevated views of farmland: Lancaster-New Holland KOA sits on a hilltop providing exceptional vistas. "Great KOA in all aspects: location, views, friendly, cleanliness," shares one camper. Another mentions the "unobstructed views of the Amish farmland" from the executive 1st row sites, noting it's "a great view of the valley and Amish farms."

Spacious, private sites: Lake-In-Wood Campground receives praise for generous site sizes compared to many private campgrounds. "The sites were large, with trees between, providing additional privacy. Except for the Plateau sites, which have the amazing view, the rest of the campground had a great tree cover!" A visitor explains, "Too often private campgrounds attempt to squeeze as many sites as possible and end up with campers on top of their neighbors, but at Starlight, the sites felt very secluded."

Clean facilities: Starlite Camping Resort maintains high standards of cleanliness. "The facilities are spotless and the campground is maintained to the highest standards I have seen," notes one longtime visitor. Another camper appreciates the "cleanliness and atmosphere" and mentions that "Starlite offers a wide variety of amenities such as a community pool, general store, snack bar, playground area, toilets, indoor shower stalls, daily activities, pets permitted, water/electric utilities and laundry units."

What you should know

Site selection for tent campers: Hickory Run Family Camping Resort has specific areas better suited for tent camping. "Large campground with RV sites and Tent only. Wooded area lots of activities," notes one camper. However, another points out that "The 'pet loop' was clearly geared towards RVs etc. All of the sites are full electric and more than a few have very little space for a family size tent to be safely away from the fire ring."

Seasonal limitations: Most campgrounds near Stevens operate from April through November, with limited year-round options. French Creek State Park remains open year-round, with one winter camper noting, "Stayed over for one night in early December. Showers and bathrooms were great! If you're traveling through, there are many places to eat nearby."

Agricultural odors: Some campgrounds experience farm-related smells due to their proximity to working farms. "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."

Tips for camping with families

Look for unique accommodations: Old Mill Stream Campground offers family cabins for those wanting a camping experience without tents. "Family cabins available, tent sites are small. Clean parks with a small stream," mentions one visitor. Another adds that "camping options include tent sites, water and electric sites, and full hookup sites. There are also numerous cabins and park models for rent."

Consider weekend activities: Several campgrounds offer structured events for families. At Thousand Trails Circle M, "We happened to be there on the weekend a magician came, my kids loved it. They have an indoor and outdoor pool. Nice playground." Starlite Camping Resort provides "regular activities for all ages including bingo, crafts and live music."

Check proximity to attractions: Old Mill Stream Campground is uniquely positioned next to Dutch Wonderland amusement park. "Literally off the same parking lot as Dutch Wonderland. It's really small but very pleasant... Not too noisy being next to a theme park," observes one visitor, while another notes it offers "great access to Dutch Wonderland, outlets and other Lancaster County tourist attractions."

Tips from RVers

Navigation challenges: Dutch Cousin Campground has some access limitations for larger RVs. "Great smaller campground. Staff was friendly, general vibe was low key," writes one RVer, though others mention "spots had decent room" but with "a lot of monthly residents."

Site selection process: Some campgrounds have unique site assignment methods. At Thousand Trails Circle M, "this campground is first come best site. While the top part of the campground seemed more communal, we chose the lower, Riverside sites and we're glad we did!" Another campground requires visitors to "drive a couple miles from the campground to the camp office to pick a site—which is difficult if you haven't seen them."

Leveling considerations: Most campgrounds have adequately level sites, but preparation helps. "We got pretty lucky and were assigned one of the concrete pads that was pretty level," notes a camper at Thousand Trails Circle M. At Lancaster-New Holland KOA, campers appreciate that "sites are nice and level. Not too close to each other."

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Stevens, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Stevens, PA offers a wide range of camping options, with 147 campgrounds and RV parks near Stevens, PA and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Stevens, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Stevens, PA is French Creek State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 81 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Stevens, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Stevens, PA.