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Alexis
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Staying at camp Douglass is always such a joy. It’s absolutely beautiful, well maintained, and we have been back more than a few times. We even got engaged there! I suggest it to anyone who even mentions camping, and we even got engaged there. Do yourself the favor!
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Shannon
October 2025
Tent
With pets
This was our second time at Camp Douglass. My best friend and I loved it so much the first trip, we couldn’t wait to bring the kids! Shane works hard on this property, and it shows. There were upgrades even since May when we were there. We booked a weekend already for next summer. We will come prepared with floats for the river. This trip the kids and dogs were able to walk over to the island and down the river. We had coffee with a beautiful view every morning. My friend and I agree, we’ve found one of our happy places!
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Sarah
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Our scout troop had a great visit. It was a perfect spot for an overnight bike-in from the Schuylkill River Trail, and nice that we could bring supplies by car as well.
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Eric
September 2025
Tent
With kids
We loved every minute of camping at Camp Douglass! The view out over the river is amazing and the water near the shore is shallow and perfect for kids to play in. The campsite itself is flat and clean with a perfect spot for a hammock and there is a shed full of firewood nearby. Although the train didn’t bother us during the day it continued over night and was not overly loud but might not be great for light sleepers. The gravel road to get to the campsite was manageable for our Honda pilot and would be an easy walk if using the parking area. Over all it was great and we will definitely be back.
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Ryan
September 2025
Tent
Site was well maintained and clean. Check in insteuctions were clear. Nice spot right along the river, plenty of space and felt secluded. You can tell the property owner has spent time making the site nice. Included firewood was a huge bonus. Train runs through regularly fairly close but didnt bother us. Would return again.
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Jordan
September 2025
Tent
Loved this spot. Hidden and private. Perfect for mini getaway.
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Jasmine
September 2025
Tent
Great time camping! The check in was smooth and the host was accessible to help locate the camp (it IS secluded so best to use the guidebook for reference photos). The train was a bit distracting at times, but we anticipated it from the initial description (no worries it tends to stop at night). Wood is available to build a fire and the porta potty was close. Lots of space and picnic tables to spread out if you’re in a group too. I do wish there was an easier access to the river directly from the campsite, but overall the stay was fun!
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Amy
August 2025
Tent
With kids
This was definitely one of our top favorite Hipcamps, and we only wish we’d had more time here! We really appreciated the helpful site information provided after booking, as well as the clearly marked location and detailed instructions when we arrived—it made everything so easy. The seasoned, dry firewood was such an over-the-top amenity for road-trip camping—what a thoughtful touch!
The campsite itself was beautiful with a lovely view and super easy river access. Everything was spotless—truly one of the cleanest and best-maintained sites we’ve stayed at. We will absolutely be back and are already recommending it to friends.
Thank you for such an amazing option!
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Tiffany
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
My friends and I had a great time camping here! The dirt road going to the campsite was very easy to drive on and some of our group even had low cars. We were lucky enough to be there during a black moon and the stars were amazing.
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scott
August 2025
Tent
Secluded campsite at the river’s edge with firewood, picnic table, and clean porta-potty. No complaints.
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Alisson
August 2025
Tent
With kids
A great place we enjoyed our stay by the river the water was the best part everything was perfect .
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Mike
July 2025
Tent
With kids
This was a really cool campsite—we felt instantly transported to nature the moment we arrived. It’s kind of wild how remote and peaceful it feels considering how close it is to neighborhoods and amenities (Wawa’s not far!). That contrast was actually one of the things we loved most; it felt like a hidden world tucked just out of view.
The campsite itself was exactly as described: private, peaceful, and perched right alongside a beautiful creek. We went for a swim, listened to the water flow all night, and enjoyed dry, well-seasoned firewood that was included with the rental. That detail alone made campfire meals and evening hangs so much easier and more enjoyable.
The access road was fine for our Subaru Crosstrek with no issues getting in or out. The host was clear, transparent, and accurate in their listing, which we really appreciated.
It was peak mosquito season while we were there (July after lots of rain) so come prepared. Also, the train went by a few times—not all night—but it’s definitely part of the soundscape. For us, it didn’t take away from the experience as we expected it based on the listing.
We booked this for a birthday weekend for our son and everyone had a great time. Net net: secluded, well maintained, close to nature but not far from the real world. We’d come back in a heartbeat.
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Dave
July 2025
Tent
Group trip
Great spot as always. Will definitely be returning next year!
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Bridget
July 2025
Tent
Group trip
I love camping here! This was our second time at Camp Douglass and my friends and I had so much fun tubing on the river and enjoying the ample shade from all the trees. It’s such a convenient location to get to from Philly as well, which is a huge plus.
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Jake
June 2025
Tent
2nd time camping here and it won’t be the last either. Its very nice, quiet and surrounded by woods.
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Lucrezia
June 2025
Tent
With kids
This campsite was amazing. The views were breathtaking and my family and I had so much fun. We got to meet Shane and he was super nice. I would definitely come back. Thank you.!
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Nick
June 2025
Tent
With pets
Had a great time at Camp Douglass! My wife and I (and our dog!) loved the the site; tons of flat and dry area to pick from to pitch your tent, tons of firewood provided, easy access to the SRT and Schuylkill river water front.
Make sure to bring earplugs for the train in case it runs at night, it made our dog a little anxious but he still did great.
Thanks Shane! Will recommend to friends.
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Neil
June 2025
Tent
With kids
It's a beautiful, secluded spot. Perhaps most importantly for potential visitors, it is exactly as described. Shane has obviously worked hard to make sure everyone knows what to expect and that is exactly what we experienced.
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John
June 2025
Tent
Group trip
We tent camped on Shane’s land for the second year. Shane is constantly improving the site. We enjoyed our weekend and I would recommend this site for groups of 4 or more. There’s a lot of land and water to explore.
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Ash
May 2025
Tent
Loved this campsite so much! It’s spacious and beautiful and pretty equipped for a rustic site. Echoing everyone’s sentiments about the train but it really didn’t bother us. Highly recommend and will be coming back !
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