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- Douglassville
Camp Douglass - Schuylkill River
Hosted by Shane · Douglassville, Pennsylvania
30 guests max
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
All to yourself
96% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
Rig suitability
Vehicles under 18 feet allowed
Allowed rigs: travel trailers, pop-up campers, campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents
Pull-through site
Surface type: Grass or field
Surface levelness: Requires leveling
No class A RVs, class B RVs, class C RVs, fifth wheels, and toy haulers
Doesn't accommodate slideouts
Generators allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
What to expect
RV/tent site
30 guests max
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Bins available
Picnic table present
No potable water
No showers
Cooking equipment absent
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Strict
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 6 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 25 vehicles
2WD accessible
During your trip
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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
RV/tent sites
1 site
Secluded Riverside Campsite
98%
(133)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Pets allowed
Reviews
98% Recommend133 ratings · 115 reviews
Tent camping with extended family, we had 8 tents up and 3 pop up gazebos with no issues. Plenty of space that is mulched. The portajon was exceptionally clean but a little scary for me to get used to because it wiggled when going up the steps to get to it because it's on a little trailer. More of a me issue because I have a cane, but with that being said I was still able to access the water with some effort and the island. Overall, we had a great time and will definitely be looking to come back again.
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Heather V.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Repeat Renters with Dogs & Friends
Tent · Group trip ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
This was our 3rd or 4th time coming back to Camp Douglass. We love it there. It is secluded, peaceful, right on the river and has so much space for friends and our dogs to run around. The only drawback for some people would be the train that goes by a few times during the day and like 4-5 times at night. JUST BRING EARPLUGS! Don't let that keep you from enjoying this amazing space. The host is great, the ammenities are great. We've never had any issues here. Just booked the next weekend trip for August!
Nicole O.
11 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
Great campsite with good drainage to keep puddles away during rainy periods. Right on river and very secluded.
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Matthew P.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
Great campsite with good drainage to keep puddles away during rainy periods. Right on river and very secluded.
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Matthew P.
2 reviews
We loved this site and can’t wait to go back. It’s secluded enough but close to everything you need. The kids loved hearing the train come by. The weather was nice enough that we wadded across the river to the island and fished the other side of the river as well. Enough space for multiple tents if needed. If you use solar like I do (I have panels on top of my roof top tent) it’s really shaded but I drove back down the trail a little bit to a small clearing to get charged back up. The only people we saw were kayakers and fishermen passing by on a boat. Thanks so much for sharing your space!
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Brian P.
2 reviews
Very nice campsite on the river. Very secluded no one around. Very close to local running and biking trail (Schuylkill River trail) . When we were there the freight traffic was very active all night long. The owner brought in a huge layer of wood chips that really made it nice and cut down on the mud.
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Max K.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
Perfect little riverfront campsite. Super close to civilization, but you feel like you’re all by yourself. We were able to drive our teardrop trailer down to the meticulously manicured woodchip campsite. Couple of picnic tables, and plenty of firewood provided.
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Chris B.
2 years on Hipcamp
I gave a brother’s trip in the woods we stay at camp Douglas oh wow what a wonderful place to stay . There was enough space for everyone and a lot of level ground also. The owner was nice when I booked sending text to guide us to our site with the guidebook. All in all we will be booking again in the near future
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Kyle H.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
This place is awesome! It’s so nice and tucked away. Shane is very responsive and a great host! Absolutely loved the stay and we will definitely be back.
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Dustin D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
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!
Alexis K.
6 reviews
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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Shannon A.
4 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
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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Sarah D.
10 months on Hipcamp
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.
Eric A.
3 years on Hipcamp
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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Ryan C.
4 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
Loved this spot. Hidden and private. Perfect for mini getaway.
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Jordan A.
2 reviews
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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Jasmine L.
1 year on Hipcamp
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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Amy M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
Secluded campsite at the river’s edge with firewood, picnic table, and clean porta-potty. No complaints.
Scott R.
3 reviews
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.
Tiffany B.
5 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
A great place we enjoyed our stay by the river the water was the best part everything was perfect .
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Alisson M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
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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Mike R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
Great spot as always. Will definitely be returning next year!
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Dave R.
2 reviews
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.
Bridget K.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
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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Lucrezia R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
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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Nick S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Secluded Riverside Campsite
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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Neil H.
1 year on Hipcamp
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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John L.
2 reviews
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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Ash H.
10 reviews
Shane’s Camp Douglass was a wonderful place to stay for Memorial Weekend. It was secluded with beautiful views of the river. The site offers level land with many options for tent placement. The wood chips covering the ground kept us out of the mud as it had been raining which was a nice touch. There was plenty of firewood on site stored in metal cradles with tarp covering, so it was dry and ready to burn. Perfect! We had two dogs with us and being able to let them run off leash made them very happy. We knew going in that there would be trains running nearby, which was not terrible. An acceptable tradeoff for having such a peaceful space to spend our time.
I would caution anyone considering staying after rain to take note, the road leading in is dirt and can get very muddy. I have a small AWD SUV and navigated it fine. A sedan may have had issue.
We loved it so much that my friend and I booked another weekend to bring our families!
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Shannon A.
4 reviews
This was a nice private camp site, with plenty of space for 3 families (10 people total) and a dog. If you visit after a period of heavy rains, you'll definitely need a good vehicle to make it down the road to the site due to the mud. Our favorite things were the privacy, view, and the space that we had. The only downside is the trains coming through late at night, but it wouldn't be a deal breaker for us to not come back. Hosts instructions and general info on the site were on point.
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Seth B.
9 reviews
Location
Douglassville, Berks, Pennsylvania, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Shane R.
Joined in May 2022Response rate: 80%Response time: Within 6 hours
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