2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Brandywine Creek Campground sites border a creek that creates natural white noise at night for campers and their pets. This family-friendly destination offers spacious tent sites with fire pits and picnic tables, making it comfortable for guests camping with dogs. Several pet-friendly campgrounds near West Grove maintain specific pet policies—most require leashes no longer than six feet, while some limit pets to designated camping areas. The tent sites at Brandywine Creek are particularly accommodating for pet owners with ample space between sites. Hibernia County Park represents another option with two camping loops and wooded sites that provide natural shade for pets during summer months. The quiet environment at both locations creates ideal conditions for pets who may be sensitive to noise or crowds.
Hiking trails throughout these campgrounds provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs. Hibernia County Park features several easy trails up to two miles long, connecting the campground to Chambers Lake where pets can cool off during hot weather. The park's Lake Loop and Fiddler's Loop campsites offer proximity to walking paths, though Fiddler's Loop tends to have more wooded, private sites preferable for reactive dogs. Pet owners should note that wildlife is common in these areas, particularly at dawn and dusk when deer are active. The campgrounds lack designated dog parks, so owners should prepare to keep pets leashed throughout their stay. Nearby veterinary services can be found within a 20-minute drive of most campgrounds, and pet waste stations are available at the larger establishments. Sites fill quickly during summer weekends, especially pet-friendly options with full hookups.
"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."
Available this weekend
from $27 - $45 / night
"Accessible and pet friendly. Great trails and great staff"
"Our go to State Park for camping as it is pretty close to home. Standard State Park with all the amenities you need. We are tent campers/ non electric (no pets/ no kids)."
from $21 - $55 / night
"So we make sure to get close spots so we can walk. You can bring pets but we choose not to as we are not at the camp much. We do go fishing while we are here and my daughter loves this place"
"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."
"Our site was really good and I love that it had it's own access to the bathrooms. Quite a few of the inner loop sites do. If you're a tent camper Acorn has some very private and secluded sites."
"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
"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
"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."
"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."
"Small dog park, too small for our two labs. We were in site 50 for this trip, however if you have a decent sized rig I would steer clear of this row."
"This is a great spot for visiting Pennsylvania Amish of Lancaster County and about a one-hour drive to Hersheypark. "
"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."
"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."
"Dog friendly. Local to all the Lancaster attractions. A complimentary farmland tour is offered by bus and it was great."
"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."
"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."
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!
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.
TravelerOMG! Next to busy interstate, railroad tracks and shooting range. Way to much for me!
ScoutFirst time at this campground really like it a lot will be returning. The bathrooms are always clean. The grounds are always kept up. Just a really nice place to stay. Most of the sites have some kind of shade.
GuideMary & her crew run a great campground. Full hookup. Slow schedule during the week-camp store & pool mainly. Saturdays always have activities planned from bingo to quarter auctions, picnics & music. Each Saturday is different. Clean grounds. Nice playgrounds. Kiddie pool & nice size pool from 3-5’ deep. 2 cabins also available.
TravelerThe owner is kind and knowledgeable a lot of live in / snowbirds . Some are very kind but some of the live in’s are crude .
GuideA 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.
Pennsylvania's Chester County region offers varied terrain for camping with elevations ranging from 230 to 1,083 feet above sea level. The area experiences hot, humid summers with temperatures averaging 85°F in July and August, with afternoon thunderstorms common. Most pet-friendly campgrounds near West Grove maintain similar pet policies regarding leash requirements, but differ in their natural settings and proximity to water features.
Kayaking at lakes and ponds: At French Creek State Park, visitors can enjoy water activities on two lakes. "There are two lakes in French Creek, Hopewell and Scott's Run and each contain many species of fish. We spent Saturday afternoon fishing but not catching anything at Scott's Run. It's a beautiful location and it was still a fun way to spend the day with the kids away from the site," notes one camper at French Creek State Park Campground.
Visit the Turkey Point Lighthouse: Elk Neck State Park offers unique historical sites within hiking distance. "Turkey Point Lighthouse is nearby. The Turkey Point Lighthouse is a must. It is about a five minute drive to get to the trail though, but is worth it!" according to visitors at Elk Neck State Park Campground.
Explore Amish country: Lancaster County provides cultural experiences unique to the region. "This is a great spot for visiting Pennsylvania Amish of Lancaster County and about a one-hour drive to Hersheypark," explains a camper who visited Country Acres Campground. Some campgrounds even offer free tours: "Ask about the special and free Amish tour linked to the campground."
Natural white noise: Streams and creeks create peaceful background sounds. "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," notes a reviewer at Brandywine Creek Campground. This natural feature helps mask other camping sounds.
Private wooded sites: Hibernia County Park offers secluded camping areas. "Most sites are heavily wooded which means plenty of hammock hanging opportunities. The sites are mostly grass, and not very well defined which means the distance between you and your neighbor can vary depending on how you set up camp," explains a camper at Hibernia County Park.
Proximity to water: Many campgrounds feature water access that both humans and dogs enjoy. "Watching a horse drawn equipment cutting grass while we cooked dinner was a joy. Amenities are super clean and modern," shares a visitor to Country Acres Campground. The natural features contribute to the camping experience.
Reservation timing matters: Popular dog-friendly campgrounds fill quickly, especially during peak season. "Book early because it fills up fast!" advises a camper at Lums Pond State Park. Weekends in summer are particularly difficult to secure.
Bathroom facilities vary widely: Campground bathhouses range from primitive to modern. "The bath house was absolutely immaculate, and the design made even my public-bathroom-phobic sister-in-law comfortable and at ease," reports a camper at Lums Pond State Park Campground.
Site terrain challenges: Some camping areas have rocky ground that makes tent setup difficult. "The campsite options are fairly level, but are very rocky, so this is something to keep in mind if you are tent camping. We have heavy duty solid steel pegs and still had trouble pegging everything down," notes a visitor to Spring Gulch Resort Campground.
Look for campgrounds with kid-focused amenities: Some locations cater specifically to families with children. "Very family friendly park. Cabins, RV, Tent - full amenities. Lots of things to do. A little pricy, but worth it especially with kids," advises a camper at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park.
Consider trail difficulty for different ages: Select hiking paths appropriate for children. "Hibernia County Park features several easy trails up to two miles long, connecting the campground to Chambers Lake where pets can cool off during hot weather," explains a regular visitor to the area.
Check for playground access: Many campgrounds offer play areas for children. "The playground at the campground is situated conveniently between the loops of the campground. It had some slides, a bridge, lots of monkey bars, ladders to climb on and the best feature was the zip line. All kids and adults agreed it was the most fun!" shares a French Creek State Park visitor.
Site angles matter for large rigs: Some campgrounds have challenging access points. "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. Long rigs will have issues in a few of the sites," warns an RVer who stayed at Elk Neck State Park.
Check for full hookup availability: Amenities vary significantly between campgrounds. "We paid $46 per night plus fees for a FHU 50 Amp Back-in site(#56). This place is a gem, even among nice state parks," shares a visitor to Lums Pond State Park.
Look for level sites: Many campgrounds offer paved or gravel pads. "All sites have a paved level area which made set up a breeze. Sites were not on top of each other," notes a camper from French Creek State Park, making setup much easier for RVs of all sizes.
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