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Campgrounds near West Grove, Pennsylvania range from established state parks to private RV resorts, with most sites located within 30 miles of the town. The Philadelphia-West Chester KOA offers tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin accommodations with amenities including a swimming pool, playground, and river access. French Creek State Park Campground provides a more natural setting with four camping loops featuring a mix of primitive sites and those with electric or full hookups. Several private campgrounds in the area cater to both short-term visitors and seasonal campers, with many positioned to provide convenient access to Lancaster County, Philadelphia, and Delaware attractions.
Seasonal considerations affect campground operations throughout the region, with many private facilities operating from April through October or November. State parks like French Creek remain open year-round, though amenities such as pools and boat rentals typically operate only during summer months. Most campgrounds require reservations, particularly for weekend stays during peak season from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The terrain varies from relatively flat sites in the eastern portion of the region to more hilly, rocky sites in the western areas. A visitor noted that "French Creek State Park felt, upon first impression, very tightly spaced and had an overall crowded feel in loop C, the only dog friendly electric loop," highlighting the importance of researching specific loops and sites before booking.
Campers consistently mention the region's proximity to attractions as a major benefit, with sites providing convenient bases for exploring Amish country, Philadelphia's historical sites, and natural areas. Waterfront camping receives positive reviews, particularly at locations like Pequea Creek Campground where visitors appreciate "shaded spacious sites by a kid-friendly creek." Many campgrounds in the area feature mature trees providing ample shade, though site privacy varies considerably between facilities. Noise levels depend largely on proximity to highways, with some locations affected by nearby interstates. Family-friendly amenities are common throughout the region, with many campgrounds offering playgrounds, game rooms, and organized activities during summer months. Winter camping options are more limited but available at select state parks and year-round private facilities.
Best Campgrounds near West Grove (112)
1. Lums Pond State Park Campground
"Near an Ape Adventure park, hike around lake, and any shopping or restaurants you might want are close by. It rained heavy so we didn’t get out much but walk around camp loop is nice and flat."
"The camp loop is a nice walk but there are also trails. They were pretty muddy when we were there. Site 35 was quite spacious as were many of them."
from $29 - $51 / night
Check Availability2. Philadelphia-West Chester KOA
"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."
"Everything was within close walking distance and the staff were extremely helpful. Pool and bathrooms were very clean."
from $59 - $86 / night
Check Availability3. French Creek State Park Campground
"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."
from $24 - $135 / night
Check Availability4. Elk Neck State Park Campground
"I didn't notice it when I was in my tent, but I did as I was walking around.
The campground is well-wooded, offering reasonable privacy given the space constraints. ""Surrounding area
There are lots of tails for hiking in walking distance and also a playground for kids."from $21 - $55 / night
Check Availability5. Jellystone Park™ Quarryville
"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."
"The site was covered and it was cool around 4:30pm when the sun went behind the trees. It didn’t look like all sites had that much cover so be careful."
6. Susquehanna State Park Campground
"I was a walk-up with no reservation and since it was a weekday the ranger gave me a great rundown of the best spots in the camp and let me drive through to check them out before going back with my decision"
"Has access to Susquehanna River, nice hiking trails. Can picnic on Deer Creek and go tubing. Close to Connowingo Damn for fishing and birdwatching. Havre de Grace sits near Chesapeake Bay."
from $21 - $50 / night
Check Availability7. Hibernia County Park
"This campground has 2 small loops, the Lake Loop and the Fiddler's Loop. Lake loop is the bigger of the two, however the “sites” are smaller and it's more open. It is popular with group tenters."
"Large campsites at the Lake Loop. Map is a little deceiving- the sites are farther from the lake than I expected and there are no running water bathrooms. Very clean and wooded sites."
from $15 - $50 / night
Check Availability8. Spring Gulch Resort Campground
"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."
9. Lancaster-New Holland KOA
"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."
10. Brandywine Creek Campground
"Girlfriend and I stayed here while we visited nearby Longwood Gardens. The tent sites are spacious and they all border the creek which is a nice sound at night, as well as a good morning view."
"Close to Valley Forge military park, and convenient to Philadelphia by train."
Drive Time
- 45 min from Lancaster, PA
- 50 min from Philadelphia, PA
- 54 min from Reading, PA
- 1 hr 17 min from Lebanon, PA
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Recent Reviews near West Grove, PA
812 Reviews of 112 West Grove Campgrounds
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GuideSusquehanna State Park Campground
A little noisy - park stuff, not campers
A beautiful, well maintained park with lots to do, great bathroom facilities and extremely nice people. The electric sites aren't all together, so you don't have RV's lined up but maybe annoying for folks who are tent camping. Avoid the locations in the mid-30's by the dumpster, both staff and campers start shaking the lid around 6:30. Between 5 AM and noon staff were driving big trucks and ATV's around with loud reverse horns, and slamming the fire pit grills, which they store sideways. Overall I had a really wonderful time, but that's largely down to good sound reduction inside the van. Almost zero cell service. I was able to get a couple of text messages in and out, but seemed to be a fluke.
Isabel Z.
ScoutElk Neck State Park Campground
Great for families
This campsite was amazing for our first tent camping experience. The park was a godsend for keeping our toddler occupied and we felt very safe overall. While the beach is pretty, be careful about the water condition. We were warned before entering and informed of the risks. They were very clear on the condition of the water that day which was a yellow, slight risk. But normally it should be okay. We would definitely camp here again.
Greg S.
LegendHershey Road Campground
4.5 stars
Pros- Pool is sparkling clear and new. Mini golf is awesome. Nice people, nice store.
Cons- further from Hershey Park than ideal, lots of seasonal campers leaving for work before dawn in loud trucks, not much privacy, some road noise.- TTroli R.Guide
Aberdeen Proving Ground RV Park
Bougie sites; AWFUL reservation system
BASE ACCESS REQUIRED!
Electric/Water/Sewer hookup sites for $56 a night! (2 night minimum) Which is a great full hookup price, even though it's gone up $6 since last year. Weekly and monthly pricing available as well.
The sites are neat, well maintained, level, and sunny with concrete pads and paved campground roads. Centrally located laundry facilities and airconditioned bath house. Playground, boat launch, beach volleyball court, disk golf, basketball court, and outdoor pool all within walking distance. Other base amenities include: commissary, gas station, bowling, BBQ, Dunkin', and Greek restaurants, and golf. (I'm sure I'm forgetting something.)
Note: in July it is very buggy - the biting flies are the worst. So bring bug spray or a screened in tent to eat in.
The downside: the reservation system is a major PITA. You have to download a PDF packet, fill it out, and EMAIL it in. When you get your confirmation, it doesn't include a specific site number. You get assigned one when they call you the week of your scheduled check-in for payment completion.
Don't miss out on: the water! My advice would be to reserve one of their boats at the same time you reserve your campsite. The water in this area is great - no jellyfish, low waves. You can SUP, kayak, pontoon boat. Whatever your preference. There are large flats of grasses - which you'd want to avoid with a motor but are so much fun to paddle over. Also check out the Susquehanna National Wildlife Refuge island. You can't go inland, but you can anchor off shore, jump in and wade around the shallows.
Also very driveable to an off-base movie theater, Baltimore, and Havre de Grace.
Carol C.ScoutOtter Creek Campground
Lovely tranquil campsites next to river
We stayed only one night in primitive tent site which was massive with a turnaround. It was great. There are fire pits and picnic tables and level ground. Very serene. We walked down to the river, breathtaking. Not sure of other amenities as we didn’t use them.
Tomas R.ScoutThousand Trails Hershey
Thousand trails campground
Its such a beautiful campground and very quite and clean showers and bathrooms
Brian M.ScoutElk Neck State Park Campground
Good experience
Great campsite, plenty of space. It rained a lot and our campsite was a little muddy (not bad) but nearby campsites had large puddles
Matt S.LegendFrench Creek State Park Campground
Quiet Park with a Tight Fit
We spent a weekend at French Creek State Park as our home base for the Chester County Balloon Festival. We stayed for 2 nights at a full-hookup paved site, which ran us $55.25 per night.
WHAT I LIKED:
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Peace& Quiet: The state park itself was lovely, serene, and felt nice and spacious.
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Prime Location: At just 30 minutes away from the balloon festival, this is the closest campground.
WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
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The"Leveling" Challenge: We were at site#C-241, which had a pretty significant slope. It took a few boards under the rear wheels and fully extended jacks just to get us anywhere near level.
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Tight Fit for Big Rigs: Even though there was plenty of open space behind our site, the actual driveway pad was too short to comfortably fit our motorhome and Jeep together. Compared to other state parks we’ve visited, the interior roads and layouts felt a bit on the tight side.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
- Probably. While the site geometry required a little extra setup muscle, it’s hard to beat the location if you're visiting the area or catching the balloon festival.
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Guide to West Grove
Camping spots near West Grove, Pennsylvania offer multiple river-based recreation opportunities with the Brandywine River providing excellent fishing and paddling access. The area features varying topography with elevation changes of 300-400 feet between river valleys and hilltops, creating diverse camping environments. Most campgrounds in the region remain open from April through October, with only limited winter camping options at state parks.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: At Philadelphia-West Chester KOA, visitors can fish directly on the Brandywine River. "Fishing available!!! Big sell for me," notes camper Craig W., while another reviewer mentions, "Being on the Brandywine, you can fish and rent canoes. The river is usually very calm and good for a float."
Paddling excursions: Water recreation on local lakes provides calm conditions for beginners. At Lums Pond State Park Campground, "There is a large pond that you can rent paddle boats and small v-bottom boats! We did enjoy the paddle boats and saw a few cranes!" according to one visitor. The park also offers "kayaking, biking, and more."
Hiking trails: Local parks feature interconnected trail systems with varying difficulty levels. "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 reviewer about French Creek State Park. Another camper highlights the "tons of hiking, family friendly" atmosphere.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many campgrounds provide room between sites for privacy. At Lancaster-New Holland KOA, "The site was spacious and nicely shaded with tall trees. Full hook-ups with 50-amp service all worked fine." Another visitor noted, "sites are nice and level. Not too close to each other."
Clean facilities: Campers frequently mention well-maintained bathrooms and common areas. "The bath house had individual bathrooms and showers. Each was pretty clean and spacious," reports a visitor to Spring Gulch Resort Campground. At Lancaster-New Holland KOA, reviews consistently mention "super clean bathrooms and friendly host."
Rural views: The agricultural setting provides scenic backdrops at many campgrounds. "Great no frills place to relax. The daily views of fields, farmers plowing with horses or the buggys going by was great," writes one camper about Lancaster-New Holland KOA. Another visitor called it a "peaceful, beautiful valley views of Amish country."
What you should know
Site selection considerations: Terrain varies significantly between and within campgrounds. At Hibernia County Park, "The sites aren't level, but nothing a little creative positioning can't fix." Another visitor noted, "The sites are farther from the lake than I expected and there are no running water bathrooms."
Reservation requirements: Many campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "Book early because it fills up fast!" advises a camper about Lums Pond State Park. Hibernia County Park operates differently: "Sites can be reserved on line, by phone, or by 'first come, first served' self-registration."
Weather preparedness: The region experiences variable conditions even in summer. "The set up was relatively easy, although one person might have some difficulty. It held up well during an evening thunderstorm, but for a small seam leak near the door," shares a camper at French Creek, highlighting the importance of proper tent setup.
Tips for camping with families
Water activities: Several campgrounds offer kid-friendly water features. At Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Quarryville, "The water park is super fun for adults and kids. The entire campground is clean and very well maintained." Another visitor reported, "Super clean, beautiful campground. So many activities to entertain kids, we couldn't fit it all in!"
Playground access: Many campgrounds feature updated play equipment. At Philadelphia-West Chester KOA, "They have two different playground in the same area to accommodate kids of all ages. They also have pickleball, mini golf and a lovely pool."
Fishing for children: Dedicated fishing areas for younger anglers exist in several parks. At Hibernia County Park, a camper shares, "The children's pond is a short ways away for well stocked fishing," making it accessible for families with younger children.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Prepare for terrain variations requiring leveling equipment. At Elk Neck State Park Campground, "The site was a level full hook up. The road on the FHU loop is narrow and hilly. Our site was uphill and at a difficult angle." Another reviewer confirms, "In the full hook up loop pay close attention to the lengths specified. The actual pads are fairly level but some of the driveways to them are very sloped."
Hookup placement: RVers should check utility placement before booking. At Brandywine Creek Campground, "The site offered electric and water but they were on 2 different sides. This made it difficult to set up. Had to park the camper crooked to use both."
Off-season options: Several campgrounds extend their RV season beyond summer. "Finished the season at this state park in MD with full hook up (20, 30, and 50 amp, water and sewer) and the water was still on in November," notes a visitor to Elk Neck State Park, providing an option for late-season camping.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near West Grove, PA?
What camping is available near West Grove, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, West Grove, PA offers a wide range of camping options, with 112 campgrounds and RV parks near West Grove, PA and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near West Grove, PA?
Which is the most popular campground near West Grove, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near West Grove, PA is Lums Pond State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 52 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near West Grove, PA?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near West Grove, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near West Grove, PA.
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