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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."
from $22 - $40 / 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"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
Check Availability"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."
"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 Availability"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."
"Sites are mostly all dog friendly, which is wonderful! Great hiking trails. The park provides wood and ice as well! We will definitely be back!"
from $21 - $50 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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."
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!
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.
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.
GuideBeautiful campground. Very recently renovated. Very spacious and quiet.
Great little store stocked with everything you need.
Very close to Hersheypark.
Nicest miniature golf course I’ve ever seen at a RV park. Same can be said for the swimming pool, absolutely beautiful. Great little dog park as well.
They have a very nice schedule of monthly events. They had a few food trucks and fruit/vegetable vendors come to the RV park during our stay.
Would stay again.
TravelerOur first visit (March 2018) was just prior to peak season (lower rates) and we had a site literally 10 ft. from the water! Full hook ups and sites were a little close, but nice. There seemed to be a lot of long term/permanent residents, but most sites along the waterfront remained open. The campground seemed to stress pet restrictions both in the rules section of their registration packet and signage around the grounds. There was a pet exercise/walking area, but could use some sprucing up. However, no one really made an issue of walking your dog around the campground and as the weekend came around, more and more dogs were around.
You have to drive through a residential neighborhood to reach Bar Harbor, so big rigs take care/caution. Would like to try Bar Harbor again sometime.
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.
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.
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!
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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