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Several tent campgrounds surround the Fountain Hill area of Pennsylvania, with notable options clustered near Lehigh Gap along the Appalachian Trail. The AT provides multiple primitive tent campsites, including the AT Overlook Campground near Lehigh Gap and George W. Outerbridge AT Shelter. Boulder Ridge Farm offers secluded tent camping on private land, while Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park provides more established tent campsites approximately 13 miles southwest of Fountain Hill.

Most walk-in tent locations along the Appalachian Trail require hikers to pack in all supplies, as these primitive sites lack drinking water and bathroom facilities. Fire rings are common at these backcountry tent campsites, though campers should bring their own firewood or collect downed wood following Leave No Trace principles. Tent pads vary from pine needle-covered forest floors to grassy clearings with stone fire rings. The primitive nature of these sites means campers must pack out all trash and come prepared with water filtration systems, as most lack potable water sources.

The tent camping experience near Lehigh Gap offers remarkable views and solitude. The AT Ridge Campground features tent sites surrounded by ferns with visibility to both sides of the mountain ridge. The AT Overlook Campground provides what one camper described as "the best campsite option on this section of the AT" with flat, dry tent spaces and valley views visible from tent doorways. Many tent campsites in this area feature stone fire rings and some even include improvised stone seating. Boulder Ridge Farm's tent sites offer a more secluded experience among large rock formations. A review noted, "Plenty of fire wood, really cool huge rocks and waking up to owls was awesome."

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  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Washington Crossing State Park - TEMP CLOSED FOR 2024

    History and Camping with Revolutionary Limits

    Washington Crossing Historic Park, straddling Pennsylvania and New Jersey along the Delaware River, is one of those rare places where you can literally camp in history. The Pennsylvania side is all about historic buildings, museums and picnic spots, while the New Jersey side (Washington Crossing State Park) offers organized group tent camping. This isn’t the place for a cushy RV getaway or individual tenters looking to sneak in for the night, but rather a structured, group-style camping steeped in Revolutionary War atmosphere. First impressions? More Boy Scout jamboree than weekend getaway, but if you’re here for camaraderie and heritage, you’ve hit the mark.

    Facilities are deliberately minimal. On the Pennsylvania side, camping is limited to a handful of Scout-designated sites with portable toilets, no running water and zero frills. Across the river in New Jersey, the official group camping area provides open tent-only sites with no hookups, no pets and strict quiet hours. Think old-school camping: fire rings, pit toilets and a heavy dose of ‘leave no trace’ ethos. Reservations are required, permits are non-negotiable and the max stay tops out at 14 nights. What you do get is a wide, peaceful forest setting with plenty of space for tents, youth groups or scout troops along with the kind of simplicity that makes you feel like you’ve stepped back in time.

    Beyond the tent pads, the surrounding parks are rich with history and outdoor options. On the Pennsylvania side, you’ll find the visitor center, historic McConkey’s Ferry Inn, Bowman’s Hill Tower, and interpretive programs that bring the Revolutionary War era to life. Picnic areas and a boat launch offer ways to enjoy the Delaware River. In New Jersey, miles of wooded trails lead you through rolling hills and historic landscapes, perfect for hiking and birdwatching. It’s a spot where history buffs, scouts and nature seekers can all find common ground.

    Insider Tips? Here’s a handful: (1) The best group sites are the ones tucked furthest from the trailhead as (surprise, surprise) they’re quieter and offer more privacy; (2) Stock up before arriving, as there are no supply stores inside the park, so head on over to nearby Weis Markets in Langhorne or ShopRite in Fairless Hills, both of which are on the PA-side; (3) Be sure to bring all your own water as none is available onsite; (4) Kayakers should launch from the Pennsylvania side’s boat access for an iconic paddle on the Delaware River; (5) Visit the park’s historic reenactments, especially the Christmas Day Crossing event as it’s easily the most memorable history lesson you’ll ever get outdoors; and (6) When you’re done camping, fuel up at It’s Nutts Restaurant on the Jersey side in Titusville for classic diner-style comfort food or Francisco’s on the River for Italian fare with Delaware River views.

    Happy Camping!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 1, 2026

    Quakerwoods Campground

    Quaint Country Camping in Classic Bucks County

    Tucked into the rolling farmland and lush hillsides of Bucks County just off Exit 44 of the PA Turnpike and Exits 60/60A from I-78, Quakerwoods Campground delivers a postcard-perfect countryside setting with wide-open skies, neighboring hay fields, rustic barns and charming small towns that feel pulled straight from a New England travel guide. With roughly 170 RV sites, a small collection of tent sites and several rental campers, the campground strikes a balance between peaceful rural escape and full-featured family campground energy.

    HIGHLIGHTS:(1) Gorgeous pastoral setting with surrounding farmland, rolling hills and a distinctly peaceful countryside atmosphere;(2) Excellent full-hookup RV infrastructure with mostly back-in sites offering 30/50 amp electric, water and sewer, along with flat pads, picnic tables and in-ground fire rings;(3) Exceptionally strong amenity package including adult and kids swimming pools, mini golf, baseball field, RC track, shuffleboard, fishing pond, game room, playgrounds, volleyball, basketball, horseshoes, cornhole, themed weekends, bingo and Saturday wagon rides;(4) Clean and plentiful facilities including four well-kept restroom and shower buildings, laundry, camp store, dump stations, water stations, propane refills and ice sales; and(5) Outstanding access to regional attractions including Nockamixon State Park for kayaking and canoeing, plus great nearby dining at Brick Tavern Inn, McCoole’s at the Historic Red Lion Inn and Sage Alley Brewery.

    LOWLIGHTS:(1) Interior sections of the campground offer less tree cover and privacy compared to the wooded perimeter sites;(2) Tent camping is limited in number and clustered separately, which may feel slightly isolated to some campers;(3) Restaurant options are not immediately adjacent, requiring a short drive for dining;(4) Weekend popularity and themed events can increase noise and traffic levels; and(5) RV rates trend toward the higher end during peak season.

    Happy Camping!

  • Ra F.
    Aug. 28, 2024

    Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park

    OK, but camping gets a low rating.

    The park is lovely, but the camping facilities are subpar, primitive and lack any kind of privacy. I bike toured there. The only potable water was from a near-broken water fountain at the public rest rooms and no electrical connection to recharge electronics. There was also a fair amount of road noise at night. Bathhouse OK, but just basic. Tent spots are just lined up against one another facing a service road.

  • Doug W.
    Jul. 31, 2019

    Valley View Group Campground

    Beautiful River Site

    This is a great campsite right on the river. There are 5 different sites all nicely marked out. Each has its own fire ring. There is also a central area with a big fire ring for everyone to get together. Bear boxes at each site for food storage.

  • Laure D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2020

    Locust Lake State Park Campground

    Serenity on the lakes

    Pretty campground with lots of lake views. We arrived just before dark which was good because the sites were not level front to back. Most sites had a slope but there were some level sites. You can kayak, canoe, paddle board, and fish on the lake. There are 2 boat launches. The store wasn’t much to speak of. Bath houses were clean. We walked around the lake on a paved level path. They advertise no alcohol. This is near the Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine tour which we loved. It’s near the Yingling Brewery tour.

  • B
    Jul. 29, 2018

    Tohickon Valley County Park

    One stop shop for adventure!

    This place is amazing! everything you could want, from tent and RV camping to cabin rentals. They also have a pool and playground. some of my favorite parts of this park are a good 100’ rack wall perfect for climbing, great fishing, trails for miles that even connects to the AT, and when scheduled they open the dam up stream for som world class whitewater rafting.

    As for some things that aren’t listed. this is no alcohol permitted in the park due to it being a state park, however that all depends on how open you are about it and the Park rangers. Cell phone service is limited last time I was up there in 2012 only people with Verizon Wireless had any reception. Also there is no WiFi. No hookups or camp store.

  • Napunani
    Jun. 25, 2022

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Campsites Jammed Closely Together

    PROS 

    Reserved 328 days prior to arriving

    $13.50 senior discount 

    Immediately greeted by Loop C camp host who was extremely friendly and helpful 

    Site C3 parking pad level asphalt 

    Metal frame wooden picnic table that was moveable 

    One hook lantern pole 

    Metal fire pit which was cleaned out upon our arrival 

    Some vegetation between sites provided a bit of privacy from neighbors sites 

    Park is 21 miles from Valley Forge National Historical Park. Catch National Park Service 90 minute trolley tour at the Visitor Center. 

    Shady Maple Smorgasbord...authentic Pennsylvania Dutch cooking…largest buffet in the USA…16 miles from French Creek SP 

    CONS

    $6.50 reservation fee for making my own on-line reservation 

    Horrible signage along PA-345. Never saw very small sign when we where intensely searching 

    Such a large overall park, but camping loop sites are jammed together

    Pitiful low water pressure  in Loop C

    Site sewer connection is high; needs to be knocked down to ground level 

    Short length of site caused creative tow vehicle parking 

    Loop C women’s toilet/shower building a big nasty mess Saturday 

    Trash dumpsters are on the main road near the campground check-in station (not walkable) 

    Noisy campground; 9pm quiet hour not enforced

    Lots of barking dogs 

    No wood sales in park 

    No WiFi 

    1 bar Verizon

  • Dwight D.
    Sep. 26, 2021

    Jenny Jump State Forest

    Cute Comfortable Shelter

    This is the first time we decided to forgo tent camping and reserve a shelter at a state park. We had a much better experience than we were expecting! The "shelter" is what we would describe as a "cabin"; four walls, a roof, locking door, locking windows, large picture frame front window, four beds(two bunks), a wood burning stove, and a porch. Even compared to our glamping this was luxury!!

    There are eight shelters at Jenny Jump State Park. Shelter 2 is a minute walk from the restroom with sink/shower and water. Shelters 7 & 8 are even closer while 4 & 5 are the furthest, may an extra 5 minutes walk? The dead end means there isn't too much traffic, though the road is right there so you can wave to the other campers heading to the restroom or for hikes. There is a trail head at one of the parking lots. During the day the parking lots filled up and there was some overflow parking for day-hikers across the road. We got to see their dogs, so that was a bonus for us! Otherwise, this shelter is not situated too close to the other shelters and feels very private.

    We brought battery-powered lights since there is no electricity. There were coat hooks and a built-in shelf for our snacks, games, and other supplies. There was a picnic table and benches inside. We brought camping chairs for relaxing on the porch. We spent most of our time on the porch; cooking, chatting, and crafting while enjoying the sunshine and breeze.

    Oh, this shelter is wheelchair accessible. Some of the others are not.

  • D
    Jul. 5, 2020

    Tobyhanna State Park Campground

    Good campground for families.

    My dog and I stayed for 2 nights in the rustic tenting area. We were the only campers Wednesday & Thursday. The family camp area features spaces (small areas for either RV campers or tents and cars) with a picnic table and fire ring and water (some have electricity). They also have shared facilities such as bathrooms and showers. However, they seemed a little too cramped fir me and I wasn’t looking for opportunities to socialize, so the remote tent site was my choice. The tent sites do not have water or electric, but do have picnic tables, a fire ring and share one large outhouse with clean pit toilets. There are 5 sites and they can accommodate (shared) multiple tent set ups. Also you need to park your vehicle in a designated lot which is very close to the sites. There are multiple easy hiking and biking trails that are well marked. A lake for fishing and a small sandy beach with a picnic area for families (unfortunately no dogs are allowed on the beach). There are 2 boat launch areas (one for the campers, and another for gen. public) which also has a boat rental business (dogs are allowed). There are black bears in the park so do not leave food out and dispose of all trash in the appropriate dumpsters.

Guide to Fountain Hill

Primitive camping options surround the Fountain Hill area of Pennsylvania, with locations along the Appalachian Trail offering both solitude and accessibility. Located within 20 miles of Fountain Hill, these campsites range from ridge-top settings with valley views to lakeside spots at established parks. The region's moderate temperatures from April through October make tent camping near Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania particularly appealing during summer months when evening temperatures typically stay above 50°F.

What to do

Water activities on Round Valley Reservoir: At Round Valley State Park Campground in nearby Lebanon, NJ, the 2,350-acre reservoir offers swimming, kayaking, and fishing. According to camper James R., "The water is crystal clear, the area is clean." The reservoir is stocked with trout and provides paddling opportunities in a pristine setting.

Hiking the Lehigh Gap trails: The trail system near Lehigh Gap Woodpecker Trailhead Primitive Campground offers varying difficulty levels for day hikes. One camper noted it's "the closest primitive campsite to the Lehigh Gap trailhead on the Appalachian trail" with "small creeks along the trail coming up the hill" where hikers can fill water bottles.

Disc golf and fishing: Green Lane Park features a "phenomenal disc golf course, hiking, and fishing" according to Benjamin C. The park's multiple recreational areas make it a versatile destination for campers looking to supplement their tent camping with organized outdoor activities.

What campers like

Ridgeline camping with panoramic views: Tent sites at AT Ridge Campground near Lehigh Gap receive high praise for their natural setting. Asher K. describes the area as "surrounded by a magical field of ferns and you can get views of both sides of the ridge with only a short walk down the trail," adding that "sitting up on the mountain in this area is a very peaceful experience as you can hear the wind blowing through the trees while watching the ferns sway back and forth."

Stone amenities at primitive sites: Many AT campsites feature camper-built stone amenities. At AT Overlook Campground near Lehigh Gap, "Previous campers have also been kind enough to build up a sizable stone fire ring and construct a stone chair for enjoying the fire and view," reports Asher K., who also encountered "a flock of wild turkeys" during their stay.

Lake access from campsites: At Mauch Chunk Lake Park, Lisa S. appreciates that "you can get sites right on the water that are nice size" and "can launch my paddle board from my site and the water is so clean and clear." The lake offers direct water access, making it convenient for water sports enthusiasts.

What you should know

Trail difficulty to primitive sites: Many campsites require significant hiking effort. At Lehigh Gap AT primitive campsite, campers find "a very large flat site with plenty of clear spots for multiple tents." However, Asher K. warns the site "is a little removed from the trail so make sure to keep an eye out for it."

Water sources are limited: Most primitive sites lack potable water. When camping at AT Overlook Campground, "be prepared to bring in your water since there is nowhere to fill up while up on the ridge." Plan to carry all necessary water or bring filtration for creek water.

Weather protection considerations: Some sites offer better weather protection than others. The pine forest at AT Group Campsite "provides a nice cover to make this a well-protected site in case of bad weather," while ridge sites are more exposed to wind and storms.

Tips for camping with families

Choose established campgrounds for amenities: Mauch Chunk Lake Park offers family-friendly facilities including "clean bathrooms" and "access to tons of things to do on the campground and nearby," making it what Mackenzie B. calls "a great spot to go with people who haven't camped much before." Its flat tent spaces and nearby town amenities make it ideal for families new to camping.

Look for lake beaches for swimming: Parks with dedicated swimming areas provide safer water access for children. Katie S. mentions Mauch Chunk Lake has a "beautiful lake beach and canoe and kayak rentals" with "much to explore in the town Jim Thorpe and beautiful hiking close by."

Consider site privacy factors: When camping with children, site spacing matters. At Deep Creek Campground at Green Lane Park, Tiffany B. notes the "campground is as basic as they get. Sites are close to each other with absolutely no privacy," though "bathrooms are nice and clean with plenty of them around the park."

Tips from RVers

Primitive options require alternative transportation: For RVers wanting to access backcountry sites, boat access may be easiest. At Round Valley Recreation Area, Vincent R. recommends "paddling today" as many sites are only accessible by "boat-in" or lengthy hikes. James R. confirms "you can either boat in or hike in. The hike is a 3 mile minimum 6 max."

RV-friendly campgrounds are limited: Most primitive camping near Fountain Hill suits tent campers rather than RVs. Stuart K. advises that at Round Valley, "if you're looking to camp here, I highly recommend you boat in as the hiking path is incredibly difficult to manage without hauling all of your camping gear."

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