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Campgrounds near Willow Street, Pennsylvania range from full-hookup RV parks to cabin rentals and riverside tent sites, serving families across Lancaster County. Camping near Willow Street covers a broad spectrum of options, from developed RV campgrounds with full hookups to creek-side tent sites popular with families visiting Dutch Wonderland and Amish country. The area features family-friendly resorts like Thousand Trails Circle M and Old Mill Stream Campground, both offering cabin rentals alongside traditional tent and RV sites. Country Acres Campground in Gordonville and Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park in Quarryville provide glamping experiences in addition to conventional camping facilities. Most campgrounds in the Lancaster County region are privately operated and developed with full hookups for RVs.
Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally, typically from April through November, though some like Old Mill Stream remain open year-round. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for weekend stays during peak summer months when sites fill quickly. Proximity to Lancaster's attractions makes this area popular with families visiting Dutch Wonderland and Amish country. Many campers appreciate the water features at several locations. "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," noted one visitor at Circle M.
Riverside camping experiences receive consistently positive reviews, with several campgrounds offering access to creeks and streams. Campers frequently mention enjoying the sounds of flowing water and cooler temperatures near water features. Mill Creek Camping Area provides creek-side sites that visitors appreciate for natural cooling effects. While most campgrounds offer basic amenities including showers, toilets, and picnic tables, quality varies between locations. Circle M receives mixed reviews regarding site spacing and leveling. "Sites are small you park on top of your neighbors. Sites are unlevel both front to back and side to side," reported one camper, while others praise the friendly atmosphere and river access. Family activities and amenities like swimming pools, mini-golf, and organized events are common at the larger resorts in the region.
"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."
"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!"
"Covered bridges and road side shopping are close by. Enjoyed river tubing which is close by to this campground. Music bingo on Saturday night was so much fun. Owners are very nice and helpful."
"The wife & I stayed in site 22 for three nights and bicycled 14 miles, some along the Susquehanna, on nearby Enola Low Grade Trail . "
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"Highly recommend staying here with lots of close hiking trails within driving distance."
"There was a lot of space so walking our dogs was great. The smaller bathroom stalls are pretty small but got the job done. Playground and pool were both nice and clean. Wonderful place for a family."
"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."
from $57 - $70 / night
Check Availability"The large lake is great for a day of kayaking and fishing with supplies readily available for rent at the boat dock store."
"The observatory is open to public once a month, we recommend you plan your trip around this."
"Just down the road about a mile or so was the Indian Steps Museum which is owned by York Conservation Society."
"Its close proximity to the Susquehanna River, Otter Creek, and the Mason Dixon Trail is absolutely ideal! Sites are spacious and nice! Restrooms clean!"
ScoutChoose another campground unless you are certain you can arrive before 4pm. Otherwise, you'll not be allowed in. Owner is belligerent on this point, and from other comments, belligerent on other issues also.
We strongly recommend the nearby French Creek State Park campground.
GuideWe've stayed here annually for 7 years and it's one of our favorite campgrounds. There are enough trees and green spaces that it feels like a park despite the number of RVs it accommodates.
The sites are level, large, and well maintained. If you need to contend with a tree blocking your satellite dish the sites are large enough that you can usually just move up or back a bit so that you are not blocked.
The pool is nice and clean. Has water fountains, etc. for kids to play in in addition to a kiddie pool. I do wish it was open a bit later into the evening. The camp store is a bit small but is well stocked with camping items in addition to souvenirs and impulse purchase items.
Since the pandemic what they offer has varied. Sometimes hot food like taco Tuesday, ice cream sundaes, burgers and dogs in their activity center at certain times and days. Sometimes ceramic, arts and crafts, etc.. Sometimes their activity center remains closed during our entire stay.
ScoutEnjoy an amazing experience staying at Hershey Park camp site 😄😄
RangerI love this place. The tent sites are super, rustic but superior. Showers are a walk. Tent Sites are very private huge and I love that.
ScoutThe park is very nice however the site H2 was the site assigned to us. The distance between our Coach and the fence was 7 feet and the bathhouse was blocking the view. I do not recommend this site.
GuideThe sites offer plenty of space and privacy, making it easy to relax and enjoy nature. The campground is conveniently located near the lake, with beautiful views and easy access to the water. There is also a nice swimming pool, which is a great bonus. We enjoyed kayaking on the lake and spending time outdoors. Overall, it's a wonderful place to unwind, relax, and enjoy a peaceful getaway. We would definitely come back!
GuideMore of a rustic trailer park than a campground with some long term residents. Owners were nice. "Bathhouse" has flush toilets but wasn't very clean. We don't fish but if you do this might be a place for you.
LegendOverall, this is a nice, small (about 65 sites) state park with plenty of recreational opportunities inside the park. There is nice separation between sites so you don’t feel like you are on top of your neighbor. Tall trees are scattered about which provide shade at some sites but overall, the park is pretty open. Roads getting to the park are easy to navigate with any size RV. Within the park, roads are paved and free of potholes and there are no low hanging branches. Since the roads are one-way they are not very wide so backing in big-rigs can be a little tight and you might have to run over the grass.
All RV sites are full hook-up and there is a separate area for tents and there is one canvas yurt for rent. The tent sites are nice in that they are tucked along the wood line slightly away from RVs with more privacy and shade. The only downside is that they are pretty far away from the centrally located bathroom and showers. The bathroom has separate rooms for showers which is nice and private. They were tended to daily and very clean. Also, located in the center of the campground is a playground, camp store and laundry. The dumpsters and recycle bins are located in a separate area on the way out of the campground and were frequently full and overflowing. Campsites are paved and some have wide enough that the patio is paved but others have a narrow pad for the RV and gravel patio. We discovered that most sites are level but a few are not (like 22 and 24). The campground is very clean and camp hosts were diligent about picking up trash and cleaning out fire pits every day.
Across the pond (north of the campground) is where most of the amenities are located such as concessions, ball fields, horseshoe pits, disk golf, and more. For those wanting to fish there is a pier in the campground and a self-serve vending machine with bait in it. There are additional fishing piers located in other parts of the park and there are boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards for rent. We stopped in at the Nature Center but it was a bust– just a few taxidermy specimens and not much information. One of the most popular areas of the park is Go Ape which is a ropes/zip line course through the canopy (which does require admission fee). There are nice trails that leave right from the campground– some 17 miles in all. There is a boat launch about a quarter mile from the campground entrance which is suitable for trailerable boats and paddle craft but there are no docks so you can’t leave your boat tied up there. There is an off-leash dog area but it is located far from the campground so it’s best to drive.
ScoutBathrooms are clean and staff is nice
Camping spots near Willow Street, Pennsylvania consist primarily of small, privately-operated campgrounds situated in rural Lancaster County's agricultural landscape at elevations ranging from 300-500 feet. The region experiences hot, humid summers with temperatures regularly reaching the 90s, while spring and fall offer milder camping conditions with cool evenings. Winter camping options are limited, with only select campgrounds like Old Mill Stream remaining open year-round.
Creekside tubing and kayaking: Pequea Creek Campground provides easy access to waterways where campers can enjoy relaxing water activities. "We enjoyed the birds singing in the mornings and welcomed grandkids' visit for splashing and floating in Pequea Creek," notes one visitor at Pequea Creek Campground.
Explore Amish countryside: Located in the heart of Lancaster County, many campgrounds provide unique proximity to authentic Amish cultural experiences. "Located w/in walking distance of small town of Intercourse, PA, with plenty of shopping and Amish crafts. Very friendly people," reports a camper at Beacon Hill Camping.
Disc golf and hiking: Muddy Run Rec Park offers diverse outdoor activities beyond standard camping. "The large lake is great for a day of kayaking and fishing with supplies readily available for rent at the boat dock store. If you are looking for some hiking there is a hiking trail that will take you all around the parameter of the large 144 acre park with plenty of wildlife to be seen," explains a reviewer.
Clean, modern facilities: Many campgrounds in the area invest in well-maintained bathhouses and amenities. "Bath house was just remodeled so it's excellent! Good price!" notes a camper at Old Mill Stream Campground, while another visitor to Country Acres Campground mentioned "The new bathhouse has better restrooms than my own home!"
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The natural setting provides chances to observe local fauna. "My favorite evening activities (besides enjoying a campfire) are dusk deer-watching! There are hundreds of deer in this protected park," shares a visitor at Muddy Run Rec Park.
Proximity to Lancaster attractions: Campgrounds serve as convenient bases for exploring regional sites. "Great park to stay in. Close to local activities, clean and quiet," explains a guest at Country Acres Campground. Another adds, "Perfect size lots. Nice people," highlighting the balance between accessibility and comfort.
Site selection matters: Many campgrounds have significant variation between sites. "Look at the map when selecting a site. The sites in the center are like a parking lot. Small, no shade and wide open. We prefer the creek side sites," advises a camper at Mill Bridge Village.
Agricultural proximity has downsides: Rural Lancaster County camping means 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."
Utility hookup challenges: At some locations, access to utilities requires planning. "Make sure you have a long hose for water hookup. Water pumps were spaced pretty far and we needed at least a 100 ft hose to reach," reports a visitor at Muddy Run Rec Park.
Kid-friendly water features: Several campgrounds offer supervised water attractions. "The water park is super fun for adults and kids. The entire campground is clean and very well maintained," shares a visitor at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park in Quarryville.
Campground events: Scheduled activities enhance family camping experiences. "They had a lot of events for everyone of all ages. The sites were a little close together but still plenty of room. The pool and playground were very clean and well taken care of," notes a Tucquan Park Family Campground visitor.
Age-appropriate planning: Consider children's ages when selecting campgrounds. "We returned this year with my 12 and 14 year olds and a 12 year old friend. The kids were bored. The only improvements in the 5 years is they took out tent sites and replaced them with cabin rentals... They really need to add something new to make it more teen-friendly."
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require additional equipment for comfort. "We decided to camp in the fall and did a cabin since it was colder and we had the baby... Sites are unlevel both front to back and side to side," reported a camper at Thousand Trails Circle M.
Water and electric placement: Utility locations vary between campgrounds. "Bring 50 ft of hose for water hook up and an extension cord with a converter. The water hook ups are randomly placed, ours was 2 sites away," warns a visitor about Muddy Run Rec Park.
Off-season options: Year-round campers have limited but available choices. "Had a trip scheduled for February but had to postpone. The staff was very helpful and moved our date to March. We enjoy each stay here. This site backs up to the stream. Glad they are now open year round," reports an RVer at Mill Bridge Village.
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Which is the most popular campground near Willow Street, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Willow Street, PA is Thousand Trails Circle M with a 3.9-star rating from 19 reviews.
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