Lakeside camping near Philadelphia

Sleeping under the stars is simpler than you think with these forests, lakes, and parks near Philly.

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Public campgrounds near Philadelphia

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Atsion Campground

59 sites · RVs, Tents In Wharton State Forest

This is Campsite 1 at Lower Forge Campground. There is a fire ring. That's it.

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Lower Forge Camping Area

9 sites In Wharton State Forest

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Jaggers Point Campground

76 sites · RVs, Tents In Parvin State Park

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Goshen Pond Camping Area

19 sites In Wharton State Forest

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Hawkins Bridge Camping Area

13 sites In Wharton State Forest

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Nockamixon Park Campground

10 sites In Nockamixon State Park

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Bodine Field Camping Area

30 sites In Wharton State Forest

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Batona Camping Area

13 sites In Wharton State Forest

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Brendan T. Byrne Campground

91 sites · RVs, Tents In Brendan T. Byrne State Forest

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Godfrey Bridge Camping Area

34 sites In Wharton State Forest

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Buttonwood Hill Camping Area

5 sites In Wharton State Forest

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Lums Pond Campground

70 sites · RVs, Tents In Lums Pond State Park

Stories from the community

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Weekend Trip to Camp Nox ⛺️

This site is a gem!! Absolutely beautiful place, perfect grassy area, confortable beds and awesome River access down the path for a dip!! Very nice to have the sink and potable water too! 100% recommend, will be back!

1 night at Scenic Turtle Ridge

Nice place with woods and short walk to nearby county park and a lovely 2m loop. The bathroom was clean. Site 4 has 2 spots that are reasonably flat for a tent.

Weekend Trip to Scenic Turtle Ridge

We had a great time on Tom’s property! We will definitely be back. Thanks for having us, Tom!

1 night at Creekside at Crystal Lake

Excellent quiet spot to camp! the field was freshly mowed and scenic with views of the trees on the property. the outhouse was cute on the outside and clean on the inside. There was a fireplace (wood for purchase) and a picnic table that rounded out the site nicely

Weekend Trip to Camp Nox ⛺️

My family always loves coming back to Camp Nox! It is a great spot and a relaxing way to celebrate Memorial Day weekend.

3 nights at Great Times Camp Ground

This is my 6th time going to Great Times. Booked this site when a different camp ground fell through for my spring camp out. I booked 3 weeks notice and Will was hospitable as always!

Weekend Trip to Scenic Turtle Ridge

Had a great stay on Tom's farm! He has 4 campsites set up, all within a couple minutes' walk from the main farmhouse (where the bathrooms and parking are). The sites are incredibly spacious, ours had great privacy as well, and the wagons he provides make it no big deal to haul stuff from the car to the site. He also had an enormous pile of fallen wood for making fires, as well as sizable piles of splits (15-18 logs) that he chopped available for sale for $10 each. The farm also connects to a park with lots of nice hiking trails, highly recommend heading to the lake + dam. All this less than an hour from Center City, but you'd never know it, as it really does serve as a peaceful escape from city life.

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5 nights at Camp Nox ⛺️

Sarah's land was perfect: very secluded, great glamping tent setup and communication, easy hike to creek and short drive to lake, and best of all-no stress!

1 night at Creekside at Crystal Lake

Beautiful plus green grass and tall beautiful trees singing while swaying to the wind. Very convenient, safe. welcoming. We left for the day and came back to a nice table and chairs set beside our tent. ⛺️ As well Ben offered a fire ring if we’d like. Plenty of room for our dogs to run and play freely.

1 night at Pine Creek

BEST Hipcamp in NJ! Honestly one of the best camping sites I’ve ever stayed at, private or public. This land is beautifully kept. The pond is huge and the creek behind site two is one of the prettiest I’ve seen. The property & site are easy to find. The area is very private & the hosts respect your privacy but respond fast. There is cell service which was a bonus for me while camping alone. There was a picnic table, fire ring with cooking griddle, porta potty, tree swing, pond dock & huge canoe provided. Felt remote once on site but there is a wawa fifteen minutes away need be :) 10/10 a perfect time!

Weekend Trip to Maple Grove Farms

My friends and I had a wonderful stay! There were no events at the Raceway (you can check their website for the calendar) so noise wasn't an issue. There were many beautiful birds on the lake, and the whole property is really well-maintained. The cows were also really sweet and curious, we loved them. The toilet is conveniently right on the site and was reasonably clean. It was a little tricky to get a fire going since the firewood was damp from the previous days' rain, but it worked out! The solar powered lights helped a lot once it got dark out. Faith was very responsive to questions and was overall a great host!

Weekend Trip to Great Times Camp Ground

Great times! Beautiful spot, love having the place to ourselves to let the kids and dog run around. Just a note that there is a walk from the parking area to where you'll set up your tent - it's flat, and they leave a big cart to help you move stuff.

Weekend Trip to Maple Grove Farms

Raceway Retreat is a lovely camping spot. Its beautifully maintained with landscaping and solar-power lights. There are lots of comfortable and clean chairs around the stone firepit and mulch clearings in cooking and tent areas. The private pond is a beautiful spot for fishing and evening walks. The owners were very communicative and pleasant and the cows in the pasture were adorably playful! They even curiously followed after my kids as they were walking along the fence. The only downside was the noise from the nearby racetrack. It is very closeby and we camped on what was unfortunetly a late racing night. I can imagine that in an RV it wouldn't be an issue, but if you are tent camping (especially with early bedtimes) I would reccomend checking the race schedule first to make sure there aren't night races. Besides that it was absolutly perfect!

Weekend Trip to Pine Creek

Everything been very good , very nice place . Host very responsive answered all the questions we had :) definitely can come back in future

Weekend Trip to Scenic Turtle Ridge

I felt like I was in the wilderness. The feel I was going for. It was so peaceful and relaxing. I stayed at site four and I actually forgot I was only 54minutes away from home. Tom was so nice and respectful. He walked me to my site and we had a great conversation. I ate eggs form the chicken on the farm. That was different for me. It is plenty of wood for a fire. I can’t wait to come back.

Weekend Trip to Pine Creek

took a large group out here to camp, loved every moment!

1 night at Pine Creek

Great campsite and wonderful host. We have been going here for several years and it is one of the best spots we have ever camped !

Weekend Trip to Pine Creek

The best HipCamp i’ve ever been! We’ll be back soon real soon!

2 nights at Pine Creek

A few concise descriptions: incredibly clean restroom; quiet little piece of land; small lake with good view; beautiful night out; tons of firewood and fire starters just from the trees around; super friendly and approachable land owner. One thing to note is that there is no water provided for the tents sites even though the description said there is. Bring water filters to use the lake water may be a solution. Definitely recommend.

Weekend Trip to Pine Creek

Hands down the best camp site near me. No picture trickery…. We will definitely be back. Timothy was a communicative host answering all our questions. The site was easy to find and the view by the lake is amazing (site 1)

3 top lakeside campgrounds near Philadelphia

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Scenic Turtle Ridge

4 sites · Tents35 acres · Coatesville, PA

Turtle Ridge farm is 35 acres of scenic beauty in historic Chester County, Pennsylvania. Secluded and private. Hiking and fishing available. Turtle Ridge Farms borders the Brandywine River and about 1,000 acres of woodland park. We try to be a unique host farm experience. We will have contactless check in available upon arrival. Campers will fill out the registration form on the front porch and then go to their site. A note about fishing. Fishing is available in the Brandywine River behind our farm, in Hibernia Park, at Springton Manor catch and release pond, and also at Chambers Lake in the park. 35-acre bucolic farm with goats, sheep, chickens and geese. Sites are near our one acre pond and each site has a fire pit. Our farm borders the 1,000-acre Hibernia Park with its historic mansion, extensive woodlands, hiking trails and along the beautiful Brandywine river. Lots of wooded areas, trails, rock outcroppings and beautiful scenery. The entrance to the park is through our farm gate near Site 2 and then down a trail. There is an indoor powder room with flushing toilet and sink for campers to use and a small camp shop. Wood is available for purchase. We are located 5 minutes from the hospital, 10 minutes from grocery stores, 30 minutes to Amish country and Longwood Gardens. Hopewell Furnace, St. Peter's village, Daniel Boone homestead, Historic Springton Manor, Marsh Creek Park and lake are all nearby. Check out our Facebook page and reviews - Scenic Turtle Ridge and small web site www.scenicturtleridge.com We are Open Year Round. Offer Farm fresh eggs for breakfast. Children age three and under are free. Children age four and up must register and pay as campers. All children must be supervised at all times and kept quiet from 10 pm to 8 am. Please make sure to check in before 10 pm. Please like, tag, and post some of your camping photos on our Facebook page- Scenic Turtle Ridge or with HipCamp!

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Pine Creek

4 sites · Tents30 acres · Medford, NJ

Escape to Old Cranberry Farm in the heart of West Jersey! Pitch your tent in our peaceful hay field or find a cozy spot in the woods. Enjoy fishing from our dock and take in the dark skies, perfect for stargazing.

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Creekside at Crystal Lake

2 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Bordentown, NJ

We have 12 acres packed with trails along side of a creek that backs up and leads to crystal lake park. This is primitive camping but if you like hiking and exploring this is a good place for you! You can park directly at the camp sites.

Nearby parks

Explore the area’s public lands.

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Wharton State Forest

Hammonton, New Jersey

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Parvin State Park

Rosenhayn, New Jersey

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Nockamixon State Park

Richlandtown, Pennsylvania

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Brendan T. Byrne State Forest

Presidential Lakes Estates, New Jersey

Bass River State Forest

Tuckerton, New Jersey

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Round Valley Recreation Area

Lebanon, New Jersey

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French Creek State Park

Elverson, Pennsylvania

Other options near Philadelphia

Timberland Lake Campground

41 sites1 acre · Cream Ridge, NJ

Discover the charm of our family-owned campground, a unique destination that combines nostalgia with modern family fun. Located just two miles west of the thrilling Six Flags Great Adventure, as well as Adventure Sports and Entertainment and The Dome at Adventure Crossing, our campground offers an ideal base for your family adventures. At our site, we prioritize creating lasting memories for families of all shapes and sizes. Enjoy spacious camping areas that provide a sense of privacy while still fostering a friendly community atmosphere. Our campground is designed to cater to all ages, ensuring that everyone can partake in the joy of outdoor activities. In addition to our proximity to exciting attractions, our campground is surrounded by beautiful natural features, perfect for hiking and exploring. Nearby swimming holes offer refreshing escapes during the warmer months, while local restaurants and shops provide convenient options for dining and shopping. Join us for a memorable getaway where fun and family come together!

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Timberline Lake Camping Resort

53 sites1 acre · New Gretna, NJ

Discover the unique charm of Timberline Lake Camping Resort, a family-owned gem nestled in the serene Jersey Pine Barrens. With 130 acres of lush, wooded landscapes and 185 shaded campsites, this campground offers families a peaceful retreat while being conveniently located just 25 minutes from the vibrant attractions of Atlantic City and the beautiful Jersey Shore. At Timberline Lake, you can immerse yourself in nature with a variety of outdoor activities. Enjoy swimming, fishing, hiking, and canoeing in the pristine surroundings. Our campground provides the perfect opportunity for families to bond and create lasting memories in a tranquil setting. Choose from our diverse camping options, including primitive, standard, and full hookup sites, all equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. Most sites accommodate two adults and two children and are available for daily, weekly, or monthly reservations, with a two-night minimum stay required on weekends and holidays. For those seeking a cozy retreat, our rustic and deluxe cabins are situated on spacious wooded sites, available for daily or weekly bookings. Experience the best of both worlds at Timberline Lake Camping Resort—enjoy the tranquility of nature while being just a short drive from the excitement of local attractions, restaurants, and shops. Come for a weekend getaway or stay for the entire summer; your adventure awaits

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Lakeside camping near Philadelphia guide

Overview

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in the United States! Looking for a camping experience near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with a beautiful lake? We've got you covered with over 178 options in that area alone. And with an average price per night of $52 and options as low as $25, there's something for every budget. Looking for the best campsites? Check out Fairview Farms Airfield (294 reviews), Pine Creek (216 reviews), and Camp Blackbird (193 reviews). These sites offer popular amenities like potable water, showers, and trash disposal, as well as activities such as swimming, fishing, and hiking. So pack your gear and get ready to enjoy the great outdoors!