River Rock Recreation

95%

32 reviews

· Conoy Township, Lancaster, Pennsylvania · 2 acres

Hosted by Zach R.

RV/tent site

· 10 guests max

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

All to yourself

97% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

DO NOT REQUEST TO BOOK IF YOU HAVE NOT READ ALL OF THE INFORMATION AND DETAILS ON THIS LISTING. Trains, bugs, and industry exist along this river! IF YOU REQUEST TO BOOK WITH US ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE THROUGH HIPCAMP MESSAGES. We are located along the banks of the mighty Susquehanna River in Conoy Township, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. An area rich with historic significance and breath taking natural scenery. From the rolling hills of Lancaster County, Chiques' Rock, the sculptured rock visible at the bottom of the Conewago Falls, the White Cliffs of Conoy, and the Northwest Lancaster County River Trail there is no shortage of adventure. Our campsite offers the combination of camping fun and an endless variety of river recreation and leisure. Retreat to a spacious primitive river front camping sanctuary in the woodland setting, nestled under the trees, where privacy and seclusion create a relaxing family-friendly experience. Our campsite is first time camper or camping enthusiast friendly! Whether you are feeding the need for your family's adventure or looking to get back to nature and relax, River Rock Recreation campsite can accommodate your needs. You will find yourself living a unique outdoor lifestyle during your stay at River Rock Adventures campsite. A private launch allows kayak, SUP, and other paddleboat access. Public boat launches near by that allow for trailer and boat access. Fish the river banks all day and night for the biggest catch or teach a new generation of fisherman the love of the sport. Hike or bike the Northwest Lancaster County River Trail, explore all it has to offer on its 14 mile stretch from Falmouth to Columbia. You can even get the kids excited and involved by Geocaching on the way! Want to relax and create memories? Let the children discover the swing and Teepee play structure to promote imaginative playtime in nature, make fairy or gnome home out of sticks and stones, teach knot tying, animal track and constellation recognition or organize a scavenger hunt! Horseshoe pit, birdwatching and wildlife viewing for the older kids. Did you know you can spot bald eagles flying along the river and even spot owls and bats that are present at night!? Meanwhile kick up your feet and relax in the trees with a hammock, you might love it! The camp kitchen area allows for efficient food storage and meal preparation space during your stay. Whether you want to use the on site grill or cook over the fire, the covered kitchen area will help make your meal duties at camp a breeze. When it comes to getting cleaned up, the solar shower bag compatible camp shower gives you a space to rinse off and clean up in privacy. The lights on site can be run by generator to help light the way at night. Want to rent a generator? Need to buy more firewood? You would like to add purchasable amenities? You're not familiar with local features? Do you have a question or concern? On site personnel can help answer your questions and serve your needs during the day. We want campers to have the best possible experience and strive to create personal connections with nature in hopes of starting future camping traditions here at River Rock Recreation campsite. The wildlife refuge area is a no human contact zone to promote local wildlife habitat and diversity. River Rock Recreation appreciates that you respect campsite boundaries and only view wildlife present on the property. Learn more about this land: River Rock Recreation is a seasonal campsite that offers a retreat to a Primitive Susquehanna River Front Tent Camping Experience in Lancaster County Pennsylvania. Our campsite is about 2 acres and includes 6 tent sites/area. You will have full reign of the campsite. Since we are only a single campsite the only crowd there, will be your own! We want campers to have an enjoyable stay and connect with nature! Check out our website for more detailed information and photos of our campsite!River Rock Recreation is a seasonal campsite that offers a retreat to a Primitive Susquehanna River Front Tent Camping Experience in Lancaster County Pennsylvania. Our campsite is about 2 acres and includes 6 tent sites/area. You will have full reign of the campsite. Since we are only a single campsite the only crowd there, will be your own! We want campers to have an enjoyable stay and connect with nature! Check out our website for more detailed information and photos of our campsite!

RV details

Campervans and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 14 feet allowed

Pull-in site

Surface type: Grass or field

Tent pads are wood decks or organic ground

Surface levelness: Requires leveling

Tent pads are wood decks or organic ground

No Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Pop-up campers, Class A RVs, Class B RVs, and Class C RVs

Doesn't accommodate slideouts

Generators allowed

There are lights onsite that can be run via generator. (must bring your own generator)

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

10 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, private. Fire ring onsite. All fires in firering only. Separate charcoal grill, or choose to cook on open fire.

Toilet available

Portable toilet. There is an ADA sized port-a-potty on-site. It is emptied weekly and cleaned between reservations.

Pets allowed

Off leash, on leash. Pennsylvania has a leash law. Do not allows pets of the leash who are not trained. All poop must me scooped!

Showers available

Cold water only. There is a shower bag compatible shower onsite. Sitting a solar shower bag in the sun will warm the water. One solar shower bag, pre filled is provided, you can choose to refill or bring your own. No running water.

Bins available

Recycling bin, trash bin. Please dispose of all trash properly. Keep our waterways clean. We will empty your trash and recycling. Please do not burn anything besides paper or cardboard-like materials in fire ring. (Fire starters)

Cooking equipment present

Grill over firepit, bbq, private, sink or other dishwashing station. There is a camp kitchen area for food storage and preperation. It is a covered area but open on all four sides. There is a charcoal grill onsite and a fire grate for open fire cooking. We suggest covering the gate in aluminum foil. A primitive hand washing sink is in the kitchen as well.

Picnic table present

Standard picnic table onsite. There is also a bench and chair onsite. All reservations come with a varying number of Ridgeline Hammock rentals.

No potable water

Bring your own water, purify from river or stream. We suggest bringing filled collapsible water containers for cooking, refilling shower bag, and separate water for drinking. We provide some water for using the hand washing sink.

No wifi

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 4 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Firewood bundlegood

$20.00

Start your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp for your first campfire.

Reviews

95% Recommend41 ratings · 32 reviews

Campers love the beautiful riverside setting of this campsite, praising its privacy and well-maintained facilities. The location is ideal for fishing, kayaking, and enjoying nature, though some guests noted the occasional noise from a nearby factory and train tracks. Most reviews highlight the clean amenities, including a sturdy fire pit and platform tents, which make for a comfortable stay. Some campers had issues with wind on tent pads and communication about kayak rentals, but overall, the site is a favorite for its scenic views and seclusion.

Summary AI-generated from real reviews

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· July 2025

Great private site!

Tent · With pets

This riverfront campsite was everything we expected it to be and more! From check-in to check-out, we had the site completely to ourselves. We have 2 reactive dogs, and are always worried about interacting with other dogs at crowded campgrounds. This trip, our dogs were more relaxed than ever, were able to roam the entire site, and exhausted themselves from all the zoomies!! We were rained in most of our second day there, but still had plenty of fun. There was a full shower bag provided, full basin of water for the hand-washing sink, and surprisingly clean bathroom amenities. There are 2 wooden platforms closer to the water, and 1 larger platform toward the back of the site where we set up our tent. All 3 were very well-maintained. There are string lights set up, but you need to rent/have a generator to power them. The fire pit was great, and we had purchased the $10 firewood bundle - Zach left 2 bundles for us in the covered kitchen area. Lastly, if you’re looking to fish, we caught a good sized rainbow trout and a baby catfish! Great trip overall.

Michelle L.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· June 2025

Perfect camping

Tent · With pets

Beautiful, well maintained, private, fishing, river trail is a stone throw away, great fire pit for cooking, and many more great things at this campsite This is my favorite way to camp, sleeping next to water with no one around but my family.

Matt N.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Great secluded riverfront camping!

Tent · Group trip

Great site, sturdy pads, clean port-a-potty, really cool grilltop firepit that we cooked on the whole weekend. Sadly the river current was a bit strong for new canoer/kayakers while we stayed but the more experiences guys still got a few runs in. Directions were clear and straightforward had no problems getting in and out. Overall great time would visit again! One improvement that could be made - the tent pads by the water were hit with pretty strong gusts of wind and we had to get creative using tension straps under the pads to keep them from blowing away. Would be nice if there was a more obvious/convenient way to stake or tie the tents down to the pads, but we figured it out. Thanks Zach!

Tim A.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· September 2024

Tent · Group trip

One of my favorite spots ever! Great location and easy to get to. Already want to go back

Danielle A.

3 reviews

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· June 2024

Ah-mazing

Tent · With pets

This site is AMAZING! My son, service dog and I had a very relaxing time. We heeded the advice and brought a kayak and bodyboard which are perfect for the site. We “roughed” it and it was perfect!

Afton G.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· June 2024

Tent · With pets

Love this place!!! Great spot and the host couldn’t be more accommodating. Already planning our next stay

Jake S.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· June 2024

Beautiful views!

Tent · Group trip

Zach’s site was great! Beautiful views of the river with the perfect amount of seclusion. Awesome for fishing off the shore, visiting with family, and hiking the area. Spacious and clean, we were very impressed. As seasoned tent campers, This was easily one of the best sites we have been to. Thank you, Zach!

Susan B.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· May 2024

Tent · With pets

Campground was amazing, the River access and nearby trails were all well maintained and it felt very private for being close to other campsites and trailers. Port-a-potty was clean and stocked and the covered kitchen area was really nice to have since we did get some rain while we were there. We will definitely be coming back!

Joe C.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· May 2024

Great Spot!

Tent · With pets

This spot is amazing! The hosts provide some great amenities and the location is clutch for birdwatching, swimming, boating, river appreciation and more. Our group had a great time and definitely will be back!

Lydia R.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· September 2023

Great spot

Tent · With kids

My family and I loved this camping de the first time back in 2020 and we come back each year, sometimes with our friends, sometimes just by ourselves. The privacy is something we value and the cleanliness as well. If not for a factory that makes super load noises on Monday morning for at least an hour( it doesn’t do it on weekends) it was an awesome stay. Thank you Zack

Julia K.

2 reviews

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· September 2023

Perfect

Absolutely perfect spot. So much more room than advertised. felt safe being close to bike trail. Woke up from the train a few times but would 100000% recommend and definitely planning to come back!!!

Danielle A.

3 reviews

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· June 2023

A Beautiful Weekend on the River

Tent · Group trip

This river site is so wonderful! Easy to get to, comfortable, and spacious. We love being right on the river's edge, in a spot that is accessible but still tucked away and private. The outdoor kitchen area is perfect and the platforms make for a great sleeping experience. Zach is a great host, very responsive and accommodating. This was our second annual visit to this site - and we look forward to returning again!

Bryce B.

2 reviews

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· May 2023

Tent

This was a really beautiful campsite. It was just two of us for this trip, but it could accommodate a fairly large group very comfortably. The three platforms for tents (one was massive) where great, and there were a number of other small tent areas around the space, some of which would offer a bit of privacy. The covered kitchen and small handwashing sink were great and made cooking and cleanup very easy. The solar shower was a nice luxury. The site is situated on a shallow, slow moving part of the river which made it pretty easy to paddle around in the kayaks we rented from Zach. Check-in/out where super easy, and communication was great. The only thing to note is that while the site is really beautiful, it's not particularly remote. There's a fairly busy public access point to the river right next to the site, and a busy bicycle trail just behind it. The site itself is still very private. You can't see people (and they can't see you) from these areas, but you'll hear them. We were also there on a busy holiday weekend, so it might be slower at times. There's also train tracks behind the site, and a very loud train which came through a few times per night. These are definitely not huge issues, and we would absolutely stay at the site again (even with me being more sensitive to noise, I'd still stay here again) but it is something to note before you book. But all in all, this was a great site that we'd love to go back to and take friends.

Dustin W.

4 reviews

Not recommend

· May 2023

False Advertising

Tent

This campsite was a beautiful concept, and although we still enjoyed our time outdoors, there are definitely a few things that need disclosure. First off, there’s a massive eyesore. A huge power plant across the water spews smoke into the air around the clock. The photos on the River Rock website are strategically taken to not show the plant. You can hear the loudspeakers from the plant across the water. There was also a train blaring its horn every so often, all day and all night. Sleep was minimal, even with white noise playing through a speaker. Boats went through the river at night with very loud partiers, so just be aware. Also I was told that I could rent kayaks, billed through a PayPal invoice. I requested three kayaks; I sent the message a good four days before the trip. I never received a response to that message, or other questions I had asked. Once we arrived, my boyfriend tried calling the phone number given to us to again request kayaks. There was no answer, so we left a message and never got a call back. I booked this site for my birthday and was terribly disappointed. It was pricey for a campsite, but I booked it because I genuinely thought it was worth the extra money. Unfortunately I was wrong. I also now see that I should’ve read more reviews. I hope this review helps someone else.

Alyssa H.

4 reviews

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· October 2022

Tent · With pets

Zach's campsite is amazing and we all had a great time. Zach is a great host - communicative, responsive, and very friendly. We all really appreciated the amenities the site has to offer and the privacy and remote feel of the site while still being close to the trail and town if necessary. We'd definitely come back for another stay!

Emily H.

2 reviews

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· October 2022

Tent · Group trip

We had a great experience camping here! Although we didn’t have a chance to swim, we loved being right on the water. We really appreciated the three wooden platforms that we could use to set up our tent and tables, etc. on a flat surface, especially since we came on a rainy weekend. In the rain the site got a bit muddy, but the large wooden platform at the back of the site was big enough to fit my 12’ x 16’ tent with plenty of room to spare, which kept us off the ground and dry. The other two platforms were smaller, but allowed for great river views during meals, etc. The porta-potty was immaculately clean, and the shower stall area was convenient, although we brought our own extra large body wipes, rather than using a solar shower. We would happily return.

Matthew G.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· October 2022

Tent · Group trip

One of my favorite campsites! Large and private on the river. Great amenities like a bathroom, picnic tables, a large firepit with a grate, and wooden tent platforms. Will definitely be coming back.

Kiri T.

5 years on Hipcamp

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· July 2022

Tent · With kids

This site has everything you’d want in primitive tent camping. Huge space tucked away neatly on the river. Kitchen area was done very well. The fire pit alone was worth it, that thing is amazing. Love the elevated tent platforms and private water access. Host was very responsive and accommodating. Will be back for sure in the fall. Thanks again!

Ben E.

2 reviews

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· June 2022

Relax... You’re on River Time!

Tent · With pets

We had such a delightful stay at this site! The hosts were responsive when we had questions, and all was arranged as described in the listing. We really enjoyed the river views, the fire pit, the platforms for our tents, and the covered kitchen area. The privacy of the location helped us to relax and enjoy without worrying that we might disturb others nearby. This is a fantastic spot and we hope to return!

Bryce B.

2 reviews

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· May 2022

Tent

It was a wonderful place to tent camp. You will not be dissapointed!

Tables11@Yahoo.Com C.

2 reviews

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· October 2021

Serene riverside spot to ourselves

Absolutely wonderful camping location. The directions were easy to follow when checking in, the property is right on the stunning Susquehanna River, the wooden platform allowed for our tent to be on a raised, flat, comfortable, and dry surface even when sleeping in the rain, the firepit came with a grate to cook over the top, a nice picnic table and the cleanest port-a-potty I’ve used. There’s an open air kitchen, charcoal grill, shower area with outdoor shower bag which we didn’t use but nice amenities perhaps if we stayed more than one night. Lots of trees made it easy to string a hammock and line to leash my dog. Had the place to ourselves, no bugs in October, felt very safe. Good hiking in the area, there was a running/cycling trail beside the property and the river was calm for stand up paddle board. Very much hope to visit again, was a nice meeting place between Philadelphia and DC for our group to meet, and would highly recommend!

Julia B.

2 reviews

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· October 2021

Hidden gem

Private riverfront views perfect for beginner campers and with enough space for groups to get together and enjoy the outdoors. Very clean and well maintained. Overall a beautiful spot, can't wait to go again!

Marc M.

2 reviews

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· October 2021

Group trip

Very clear directions to the site as well as directions on how to unlock everything. Everyone loved the view and this place would have been great if it rained.

Parick W.

2 reviews

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· September 2021

Do it.

It was awesome. Your own private piece of heaven. The hosts were the best.

Seth S.

11 reviews

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· September 2021

We had a great time ,Beautiful camp

Group trip

We had a great time here! It was beautiful. Our hosts clearly take care of the place. We enjoyed the private setting. Simple yet nice amenities for a basic campsite.

Jessica W.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· July 2021

This campsite was absolutely perfect for our little getaway! It exceeded our expectations. Would definitely stay again!

Megan C.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· June 2021

We had a wonderful time! Will be back!! It was a very nice spot!

Lena L.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· July 2020

The spot is awesome

The host was super responsive and helpful. We rented kayaks and had such a great time! The privacy was a big plus for me - we couldn’t here or see any other people. Portable toilet was super clean! Me and my family had a great experience! There was only one but- the train which is super loud and going at least couple times a night, everything else was beyond expectations!

Julia K.

2 reviews

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· June 2020

Beautiful spot

Really beautiful spot, my son loved being so close to the water to fish and kayak. The little kitcen area was perfect for cooking. The area is well kept and very secluded.

Keith B.

2 reviews

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· May 2020

A little oasis

Very beautiful site. The power plant across the river was not nearly as bright or loud as we feared. You could hear the dam upriver, but the suserous of the water acted as white noise. The only complaint would be the placement of the firepit on the hill near the bank. It was not convenient for gathering around the fire. You could see where the pit was originally in the center of the site; that would have been much better. We are already discussing our next visit!