Camping spots near Kintnersville, Pennsylvania feature a mix of tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals throughout the Delaware River Valley. The area sits at approximately 300 feet elevation in the northern portion of Bucks County where the Delaware River creates a natural border with New Jersey. Most campgrounds within a 30-minute drive operate between April and October, though Tohickon Valley County Park offers year-round camping opportunities with basic amenities.
What to do
Paddling activities: Lake Nockamixon at Nockamixon State Park Cabins offers kayak and boat rentals for water recreation. "Great for family fishing and paddle boarding," notes Jennifer A., while another camper mentions that "You can kayak there but the whole lake permits wakes so expect for some choppyness as the boats go back and forth."
Rock exploration: Visit Ringing Rocks County Park near Upper Black Eddy with a hammer to create musical sounds from the unusual boulder field. "Bring a hammer," recommends Gregg G., explaining that "Lovely trails and the rocks are something else." Another visitor adds that "Mom was away so took 3 babies on a trip. Went to Ringing Rocks county park and the kids were having so much fun making music they didn't want to leave."
Fishing opportunities: Multiple lakes and reservoirs in the area offer fishing access. At Spruce Run Recreation Area, you can fish directly from shoreline campsites. One visitor notes, "Our site was on the water and it was really nice. A duck visited us every morning." Lake Towhee County Park also provides fishing access, though campers should note that during summer months "the lake had a lot of algae bloom."
What campers like
Secluded wooded sites: Mountainview Campground offers more private camping spots with natural surroundings. "It's a quiet wooded campground (not all spots, but most). Easy to get to, and friendly family ownership," shares Robert J. Another camper notes it's "a nice little remote campground in the mountains" where "the sites are either in thick, wooded areas, or in open fields."
Waterfront camping: Tent sites along the water receive high marks from campers at Spruce Run Recreation Area. A camper describes, "I did my first solo tent camping by the reservoir and it was perfect. There was so much to see and hiking trails in the campground and nearby." Another visitor appreciates that "many sites have a lovely water view of the reservoir."
Wildlife encounters: Evening and morning wildlife sightings add to the camping experience. At Mountainview Campground, a visitor recounts, "Only shortly after we settled into our tent did we hear foxes fighting right outside our tent, the snorts of deer, and there were bats right above us all night making noise!" Another camper mentions the "free-range chickens by the office are a warm welcome."
What you should know
Site conditions: Tent camping areas vary significantly in quality and terrain across the region. At Tohickon Family Campground, a camper warns, "Don't come if you're in a tent and it has been or will rain. It becomes flooded or turns into a mud pit." Another notes, "We had a great Halloween weekend but we were down by creek so it was very muddy."
Seasonal differences: Weather impacts facility operations and camping comfort. A Lake Towhee visitor reports, "None in October" regarding bugs, while mid-summer campers should prepare for higher temperatures. Some campgrounds have limited shower facilities, as one Tohickon Valley visitor observed: "The shower did not look very appealing."
Reservation requirements: Many campgrounds fill quickly during peak summer weekends and holiday periods. At Colonial Woods, a camper reports they "had a group site which was perfect for 6 campers," indicating the value of booking ahead for group camping. Some locations like Tohickon Valley County Park operate with less formal systems where "a ranger would come around to collect our fee ($30 cash or check)."
Tips for camping with families
Weekend activities: Colonial Woods Family Resort schedules regular events for children. "They had a lot to do I remember that. I remember playing bingo and I won the last round, about $40," shares one visitor. A more recent camper notes, "They did a few activities the one we did go to was the casino night where they had separate play areas for kids and adults."
Swimming options: Multiple campgrounds feature pools that appeal to families with children. A Colonial Woods camper mentions, "The pool and splash pool for toddlers was clean with a lifeguard on duty at all times," though they note "the posted pool hours were like 6pm and it was way too early for a hot summer day."
Playground access: Many campgrounds maintain playground equipment for younger visitors. Ringing Rocks Family Campground receives praise as a visitor shares, "Kids had a blast with hay rides and playground." Similarly, at Spruce Run Recreation Area, families appreciate "several playgrounds, boat launches, and life guarded swimming area."
Tips from RVers
Site accessibility: RV campgrounds in the area have varying degrees of access challenges. At Quakerwoods Campground, visitors find "170 mostly back-in slots with full hook-ups (30/50 amp electric, water and sewage)." However, Colonial Woods presents difficulties as "roads are very narrow, pretty sizable boulders on both sides, trees are very low and need to be trimmed."
Seasonal site availability: Many campgrounds feature a mix of temporary and permanent residents. A Tohickon visitor observes, "All the private or good spots are usually taken by seasonals but the other spots are decent if you have a big rig it can be a little squish." Similarly, at Colonial Woods, a camper notes "many of the seasonal sites have golf carts."
Dump station logistics: RVers should plan for potentially challenging dump station access. At Colonial Woods, a visitor notes, "Dump station location isn't ideal on a busy morning. I heard they might work on a second dump location and was told to ask if it's ok to stick around until it dies down if our site isn't needed soon."
