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Otter Creek Campground welcomes pets across its 4-acre property near the Susquehanna River, with spacious sites that provide ample room for dogs to rest comfortably at campsites. Pequea Creek Campground features creek-side camping with direct water access where dogs can cool off during summer stays. Both campgrounds maintain pet-friendly policies throughout their facilities, requiring pets to be leashed when outside campers and RVs. Most campers find the grounds well-maintained with convenient waste disposal options. Accommodations range from primitive tent sites to full-hookup RV spots, with several campgrounds also offering pet-friendly cabins for those who prefer not to rough it. Sites at these campgrounds typically include fire rings and picnic tables, providing comfortable outdoor spaces where campers can relax with their pets after a day of exploration.
The extensive trail system surrounding Otter Creek provides excellent opportunities for dog walking, with the Mason Dixon Trail accessible directly from the campground. Seasonal campers report the area is particularly dog-friendly during spring and fall when temperatures are moderate and fewer visitors crowd the trails. Creek access points allow dogs to splash and cool off, though owners should be aware that water conditions can change rapidly after heavy rain. Multiple reviews indicate staff members are accommodating to pet owners, often providing information about nearby veterinary services in York County. Wildlife is abundant in the area, so keeping dogs leashed is essential for their safety as well as for protecting local fauna. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours starting at 10pm, requiring pet owners to manage barking, particularly in more densely populated camping sections.
"I liked the dish washing sinks outside of the shower houses. The site was nice with the tent pad backing up to the trees."
"Our site was in the pet loop and was set back off the road a good amount which kept a lot of the road noise down. It was very large and Iffered gIId trees fIr strIngIng up tarps and hammocks."
from $20 - $89 / night
Check Availability"We got a spot for two nights in the pet area. We were shaded by trees, but the spots weren’t very private. Bathroom facilities are nice."
"The open field pet friendly sites are also large but provide no shade and it gets hot! You can feel the difference between these sites and the interior loop sites. "
from $20 - $195 / night
Check Availability"Pet friendly and very lush with greenery."
"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."
"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."
"Pet friendly!"
"Just down the road about a mile or so was the Indian Steps Museum which is owned by York Conservation Society."
"Our dog was welcomed. Will definitely be going back. This was our first trip with our camper ever and everyone was helpful"
"It was a VERY dark walk to get to the bathhouse for showers. And the fire pit had no grill, so we ended up having to use the stoves of some RV camping friends for meals."
"A little pricey and strict for vistors, they need to leave by 10 and can’t bring their pets."
"There was a bathhouse and dish sink nearby, as well as the entrance to a nice little nature trail a few sites down. "
from $45 - $279 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Highly recommend staying here with lots of close hiking trails within driving distance."
"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."
"This campground has a little something for everyone, from full hook up sites neatly stacked next to each other, to quiet patches of grass next to the river."
"We stay here every September during the Hershey Dog Grooming Expo. We have never had any complaints. Office personnel are very friendly and helpful."
GuideWe stayed for 10 days in a rustic cabin. Campground is well organized and clean. Tons of activities and even a hiking path. Pet friendly with small dog park. We had civil war soldiers drilling and staying the weekend we were there. Bathrooms are super clean.
GuideWe have a motorhome with no additional vehicle and two dogs, and this site couldn’t have been more perfect for us. A dog park, walking distance to most everything we wanted to see. The national park is mostly dog friendly. My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site. The staff was super friendly and welcoming.
ScoutThe rangers were nice and the campground hosts were sweet. I liked the dish washing sinks outside of the shower houses. The site was nice with the tent pad backing up to the trees. I would rather sleep in a tent any night over a motel room but this time was different. Due to my father passing, me and my daughter stayed there 3 nights. I will be back another time to actually enjoy the lake and being between Lancaster and Gettysburg makes both places easy to access. Next time I will be getting a site away from the group area. It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking. Some of the groups can get rather loud especially when there are a bunch of teens. It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking.
TravelerClean well kept family owned campground. Located a few miles off 81, in the country surrounded by beautiful views. It’s a mix campground of seasonal campers and short term campers. Very family oriented. Very nice off leash fenced dog park.
GuideWe loved it here. It accommodates a large family reunion with plenty of space. The campground was well populated but we didn’t feel cramped at all. Super dog friendly. Many little dog parks throughout. Great pool.
GuideThis camp boasts a stream and beautiful city bridge for water play in the summer and photography in the cooler months. Grounds, bathrooms, showers, playgrounds, dog park, everything. This park is wonderful!
TravelerNice campground with well taken care of sites. There is a pond to fish from, a dog park for your furry friend to play at and a few playgrounds for the kids.
TravelerThis is an amazing campground! There are 2 dog parks right next to each other, which is great for your furry friend to be able to run around and play off leash. And for the kids there is an arcade, a ferris wheel and some other rides. On Saturday nights they usually have a band playing on the stage which is really neat. There is also a ice cream place to get a nice cold treat. The RV spots are really nice and well kept.
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.
The Susquehanna River valley region near Windsor, Pennsylvania offers diverse camping terrain with elevations ranging from 400 to 600 feet above sea level. This area experiences warm summers with average July temperatures of 85°F and cool spring nights that often drop into the 40s. Local campgrounds typically operate from April through October, with several extending their seasons into November for fall foliage viewing.
Hiking the Mason Dixon Trail: The extensive trail system provides excellent day hikes with varying difficulty levels. At Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground, campers can access multiple connected trails. "I took an early morning hike on the 8.5 mile Lakeside Trail that goes around the lake and it was really awesome to see the lake from all different angles," notes one visitor who appreciated the varied terrain.
Kayaking on local waterways: Multiple access points for water recreation exist within a short drive. "We stayed in site 22 for three nights and bicycled 14 miles, some along the Susquehanna, on nearby Enola Low Grade Trail. We enjoyed the birds singing in the mornings and welcomed grandkids' visit for splashing and floating in Pequea Creek," reports a camper at Pequea Creek Campground.
Disc golf courses: Several campgrounds maintain well-designed courses for all skill levels. "Both areas have their own 18 hole disc golf course, but I will say: BEWARE of poison ivy!! We played the first 10 holes around the Conewago day use area and I was shocked at how much poison ivy we had to dodge all over the prime walking areas through the course," warns a Gifford Pinchot visitor.
Spacious wooded sites: Many campgrounds offer natural separation between campsites. At Tucquan Park Family Campground, "The primitive sites are back in the woods which kept us nice and cool on hot July nights. The location also kept us fairly bug free," according to one satisfied camper who valued the natural setting.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathhouses are consistently mentioned in positive reviews. "Bath house is located at top of steep hill and bathrooms were not very clean. So if you don't have a camper to use, you might not like the bath house situation," notes one Pequea Creek visitor, providing important context about facility locations.
Pet-friendly policies: Most campgrounds welcome dogs with reasonable restrictions. Otter Creek Campground gets praise for its pet amenities: "It was nice to be able to walk our two dogs around in a large circle without having to leave the campground. They were pretty pooped by the time we got back and were ready to rest by the fireside," mentions a visitor who appreciated the spacious walking areas.
Site selection matters: Not all sites offer the same experience, even within the same campground. "We originally picked a site advertised as 'partially shaded' but when we got there we found one small tree per site in a grass field. But on the way in we noticed there are lots of wooded sites, and asked to move," reports a camper at Codorus State Park Campground.
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