West Grove camping destinations offer visitors access to Amish country attractions while providing essential amenities for overnight travelers. Located in southeastern Pennsylvania, West Grove sits within Chester County where elevations range from 300-500 feet above sea level. The area typically experiences humid summer temperatures averaging 83-87°F in July and August, making spring and fall the most comfortable camping seasons.
What to Do
Fishing opportunities: Lake-In-Wood Campground features a sizable pond where anglers can try their luck. One visitor noted, "Nice fishing in the lake," while adding that the campground offers "Store, pool and cafe. Firewood and minature golf available" as additional activities.
Explore Amish farmland: Thousand Trails PA Dutch Country puts you in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch heritage areas. A camper mentioned, "Not much for amenities, but I loved the surrounding dutch/Amish towns! It was pretty cool to seemingly step back in time."
Swimming options: Several rv parks near West Grove offer both indoor and outdoor swimming. At Circle M RV Resort, "There is an indoor and outdoor pool" according to one reviewer who appreciated having both options, while another camper noted they "enjoyed the indoor pool" during cooler weather.
Mini golf courses: Multiple campgrounds maintain courses for family enjoyment. A Sun Valley visitor mentioned, "Very large park... Cable does not work. No internet. 2 bars LTE on T-Mobile," but added they found the mini golf area well-maintained and enjoyable.
What Campers Like
Entertainment activities: Spring Gulch Resort Campground offers regular weekend entertainment. One camper noted, "They had a live band one evening. Activities though the day were fun," while another visitor praised "live music on the weekends" as a highlight of their stay.
Clean facilities: Many rv parks west of Philadelphia prioritize cleanliness. A camper at Pinch Pond Family Campground observed, "Our campsite was very spacious and the ENTIRE campground was extremely clean and tidy. The office and grounds keeping staff were super friendly and helpful."
Activity centers: Family-oriented campgrounds often feature games and recreation spaces. A visitor to Pinch Pond noted, "It was like camping and going to chuckie cheese at the same time," adding "This is the one and only campground we have ever visited that gave tickets for playing games and my kids LOVED IT!"
Seasonal decorations: Halloween camping is particularly popular in the region. One Circle M camper shared, "We spent Halloween weekend here. The kids loved it!! They had Halloween ever at every weekend of October."
What You Should Know
Site levelness varies: Many campgrounds feature uneven terrain. At Thousand Trails Hershey, one visitor observed, "Some of the sites are not very level, ours included (which they warned us about when they told us which one it was)."
Shooting range proximity: Some campgrounds sit near practice ranges. A Pinch Pond camper warned, "The only thing that is negative is that there is a shooting range right next door. It is pretty consistent from lunch to dinner."
Reservation systems: Different booking approaches exist across local campgrounds. One camper at Thousand Trails explained, "As with all thousand trails, 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!"
Seasonal operation: Most rv parks around West Grove operate approximately April through November. Sun Valley Campground runs "April 1 to November 1" while Circle M operates from "April 7 to November 26," making advance planning essential for off-season visits.
Tips for Camping with Families
Halloween activities: Fall camping offers special themed events. A visitor to Lake-In-Wood Campground shared, "Spent a week here with a group of friendS. The place was very nice. Clean bathrooms and showers," while another mentioned their October stay included Halloween activities with "plenty for kids to do."
Arcade options: Many campgrounds maintain game rooms with varied entertainment. A Pinch Pond visitor mentioned their kids enjoyed "getting a treat" at the office ice cream counter, adding that "Their game room has tickets."
Pet restrictions: Pet policies vary significantly between parks. At Village Scene Park, pets are allowed but restricted to certain areas, while one camper noted the "empty lot right next to the area designated for RVers" provided space for pets to exercise.
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds feature modern play equipment. A Spring Gulch camper observed, "Campsites can be on top of each other and can be very rocky or muddy," but added that "the playgrounds are great and well-maintained with seemingly new equipment."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Bar Harbor RV Park offers waterfront options but requires planning. A visitor advised, "Some of the trailer sites are a tough back in but worth the trouble. WiFi is good washrooms are modern and adequate."
Water pressure considerations: Water systems vary between parks. At Village Scene Park, one camper mentioned "public water and sewar hook-ups" were reliable, while at Sun Valley another noted, "Water pressure is pretty low and the sewer pipe is a little high but all around a really solid experience."
Cell service information: Digital connectivity ranges widely. A Sun Valley camper reported, "2 bars LTE on T-Mobile. We stayed in loop 700 - very nice, new and well-maintained area with mature trees and lovely fall colors."
Propane availability: Some parks offer on-site propane, while others require trips to nearby suppliers. A Bar Harbor visitor noted, "They do fill up propane but there's a Tractor Supply about 20min away that will also fill them."
