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Water/power at the campsite, and and centrally located dump station. Lots of trees and nice separation of sites
Equestrian Camping near Wyndmoor, PA
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Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area serves both campers and horseback riders near Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania. The campground features dedicated equestrian camping areas with access to 80 miles of maintained trails throughout the 5,656-acre property. While no specific horse corrals appear in the campground data, Fair Hill is known for accommodating horse trailers with spacious parking areas adjacent to campsites. The campground offers drinking water, electric hookups, toilets, and trash disposal for campers. Sites are suitable for both tent and RV camping, though no horse corrals are specifically mentioned in the facilities. Bathrooms tend to be clean and well-maintained, though there are no shower facilities available at the campground.
Trails throughout Fair Hill connect directly to the campground, allowing riders to access routes without trailering horses between locations. The area offers varied terrain from wooded paths to open meadows, providing diverse riding experiences for equestrians of all skill levels. Water crossings and natural obstacles add interest to trail rides. The camping season runs year-round, allowing for extended riding opportunities across seasons. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak riding seasons in spring and fall when trail conditions are optimal. Horse owners should bring their own containment systems as the campground data doesn't indicate built-in corrals or stalls. Elkton's location provides convenient access for equestrians traveling from Philadelphia, Baltimore, or Washington D.C. areas.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Wyndmoor (8)
1. French Creek State Park Campground
"We were looking for someplace close to the city but away from the hustle and bustle of our city life, this was the perfect little steal-away; relatively close by, great car camping spots, nice easy hikes"
"Campground Review: French Creek State Park Campground is located in Elverson, Pennsylvania and sits adjacent to Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site."
5 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $90 / night
2. Lums Pond State Park Campground
"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."
"I took her older cousins to the fishing pier, and we didn't even get a nibble, but I think it was too cold for panfish that close to shore."
1 Site AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $27 - $45 / night
3. Brendan Byrne State Forest
"Campsite decent size, but some don't have clear boundaries to neighbors, and sometimes not optimally configured (e.g., the site next door's fire pit was placed on the edge of its site/right next to my"
"First off, I will start by saying you have to drive a good amount of distance to get into the campground and that is something I really enjoyed!"
Check Availabilityfrom $3 - $60 / night
4. Mountainview Campground
"We were kindly escorted to our site (a nice refreshing change from having to wander around to find the sites ourselves), which was the one farthest away from the entrance."
"Close by to a couple of nice state parks. Cute sheep and goats that wander about during the day! Sweet little spot, we'll definitely be back!"
5. Turkey Swamp Park
"Electrical and water are at the outer edge of each site so you might want an extension cord and/or hose."
"Heavily wooded and supremely quiet, it’s located not far from anywhere you’d want to be. 30 minutes to the shore. Every site is a pull-through, large and spacious with great woodland views. 30amp and"
Check Availabilityfrom $42 - $79 / night
6. Hibernia County Park
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $15 - $50 / night
7. Spruce Run Recreation Area
"Park employees and park police drive around through the day. Some big groups of campers got a little rowdy at night. The bathrooms were absolutely disgusting."
"The actual site was nice and was close to the bathrooms. There was plenty of shade as the sun moved throughout the day."
8. Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area
Drive Time
- 24 min from Philadelphia, PA
- 28 min from Trenton, NJ
- 49 min from Allentown, PA
- 52 min from Reading, PA
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Wyndmoor, PA
230 Reviews of 8 Wyndmoor Campgrounds
- DDiane M.Scout
Brendan Byrne State Forest
Just ok
Restrooms are filthy with mold and mildew.
Water puddled on the restroom floor.really gross.
Cabin was mostly clean. The windows were full of dirt and bugs on the tracks.mattresses were terrible.The fireplace was nice. Kitchen was clean.
Can t wait to move on to a cleaner park.
Adeline M.
GuideBrendan Byrne State Forest
Beautiful campground, loud campers
Beautiful campground but made the mistake of going on a holiday weekend, the campgrounds next to us were screaming and blasting music all day and throughout the night so we ended up leaving early. A beautiful campground when there aren’t noisy capers ruining it.
Mary S.ScoutLums Pond State Park Campground
Lums Pond campground
First 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.
- CCarlos E.Scout
Turkey Swamp Park
Really nice campground
Stayed three nights in a tent and enjoyed it very much. Sites have electrical hookups, shared water connections, large picnic table, and fire ring with adjustable grate. Electrical and water are at the outer edge of each site so you might want an extension cord and/or hose. Bathrooms are clean; showers have separate stalls but they’re clustered together (not the most private). There are hiking and biking trails, a lake, and archery park. Staff are friendly. Office is open through 9pm, and firewood, ice, and bait for fishing are available. Site C3 is in an okay spot; it’s close to the bathroom and laundry room, but also right next to the playground. We were able to visit the beach; easy 25 minute drive to Asbury Park.
- AAimee K.
TravelerTurkey Swamp Park
Great Park
Beautiful park and very peaceful. Rangers are super friendly. This is exactly what camping should be.
Matt S.
LegendFrench Creek State Park Campground
Quiet Park with a Tight Fit
We spent a weekend at French Creek State Park as our home base for the Chester County Balloon Festival. We stayed for 2 nights at a full-hookup paved site, which ran us $55.25 per night.
WHAT I LIKED:
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Peace& Quiet: The state park itself was lovely, serene, and felt nice and spacious.
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Prime Location: At just 30 minutes away from the balloon festival, this is the closest campground.
WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
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The"Leveling" Challenge: We were at site#C-241, which had a pretty significant slope. It took a few boards under the rear wheels and fully extended jacks just to get us anywhere near level.
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Tight Fit for Big Rigs: Even though there was plenty of open space behind our site, the actual driveway pad was too short to comfortably fit our motorhome and Jeep together. Compared to other state parks we’ve visited, the interior roads and layouts felt a bit on the tight side.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
- Probably. While the site geometry required a little extra setup muscle, it’s hard to beat the location if you're visiting the area or catching the balloon festival.
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Nancy W.LegendLums Pond State Park Campground
Clean, big-rig friendly, large sites.
Overall, 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.
- SShannon D.Scout
Lums Pond State Park Campground
Lums Pond
Bathrooms are clean and staff is nice
Guide to Wyndmoor
Equestrian camping near Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania offers multiple options within the rolling Piedmont region, where elevations range from 200-500 feet above sea level. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping months. Most horseback riding trails in the region remain open year-round, though spring and fall provide the most comfortable temperatures for both riders and horses.
What to Do
Trail riding at French Creek State Park: Located about 45 miles west of Wyndmoor, this park features over 35 miles of marked trails through diverse terrain. "Lots of nice trails. There really is something for everyone here and if you can't find it you aren't looking very hard," notes Jen R., who appreciates the park's accessibility for various outdoor activities.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple reservoirs and lakes offer fishing near camping areas. At Spruce Run Recreation Area, visitors can try their luck catching various species. One camper reported, "I took her older cousins to the fishing pier, and we didn't even get a nibble, but I think it was too cold for panfish that close to shore."
Archery practice: Some parks provide designated archery facilities for target practice. "We went camping with our 2- and 3-year-old kids. We were worried about bugs, but we didn't even use mosquito repellent and didn't get a single bite!" shared one visitor at Turkey Swamp Park, where "Archery, boating, fishing, and hiking" activities are available according to Dan W.
What Campers Like
Private, wooded sites: Many campgrounds offer secluded spots with natural barriers. At Brendan Byrne State Forest, "Lots of potable water hydrants around the campground so not far of a walk to fill any water needs you may have. Showers and bathrooms are ok, kept pretty clean. Lots of good hiking trails, most the sites have pretty decent privacy from the other ones," according to Dan M.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and showers rank high in camper satisfaction. "The bathroom at the campground is very nice and new however it is a little on the dirty side. I don't know if they have anyone who goes around to clean the bath houses but it certainly was in need of cleaning," reports one reviewer about facilities in the region.
Peaceful atmosphere: Many campsites offer quiet surroundings away from urban noise. Christina H. described Mountainview Campground as "just so calming and quiet, it was really just such a relaxing place to be. There was no irritation from loud, busy nearby roads, no city noise, no people yelling or stomping about."
What You Should Know
Ticks and insects: Prepare for encounters with ticks during warm months. A camper at Turkey Swamp Park warned, "By the 2nd day I had 3 ticks on me. My dog had one and by the end my husband had 2. That was so crazy because we were just sitting by our camper."
Bathroom conditions vary: Facilities range widely in cleanliness and amenities. At Hibernia County Park, "There are only pit toilets in Fiddler's loop, however there is a bathroom with running water, flush toilets and electric outlets (no shower) within walking distance of the loop."
Reservation requirements: Some parks have specific booking policies. For horse camping specifically, many locations require advance booking, especially during peak seasons. As one camper noted about Hibernia, "This campground is only open on the weekends, in season. Sites can be reserved on line, by phone, or by 'first come, first served' self-registration."
Tips for Camping with Families
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas for children. At Lums Pond State Park, "Our daughter really enjoyed the playground (which was excellent, by my standards). The only complaint I have is that the kiddie swings seem to be modeled after the seasickness machine."
Kid-friendly fishing: Some parks offer designated children's fishing ponds. At Hibernia County Park, a visitor mentioned, "Great children's pond for 12 and under. Brandywine creek and Chambers Lake are there too. Great playground."
Spacious sites for group camping: Look for campgrounds with room for multiple tents. As one family reported, "Lake Campground great for families. We loved the lake campground. My kids are age 3-12. There's running water available, porta potties are very clean and don't smell and are lit with a street lamp."
Tips from RVers
Hookup limitations: Not all campgrounds offer full services. At Lums Pond State Park, Adam and Suzanne B. found "Spacious full hook-ups" and noted "In February, about 1/4 of the sites were occupied. It was very quiet. The sites are large and well spaced."
Site leveling challenges: Many campsites in the region require leveling equipment. As Jennifer S. pointed out, "They aren't level, but nothing a little creative positioning can't fix."
Water access considerations: Some parks have limited water hookups. One RVer at Spruce Run advised, "We fill our fresh water tank for and bring drinking water. There are some RV sites with water & electric which are not on the water, but in the parking lot."
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