Welcome to Lower Paxton
Pitch your tent and let the adventure begin in Pennsylvania! Explore these campgrounds with tent camping sites, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. From starry nights to marshmallow delights, find your camping paradise in Pennsylvania and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Featured Park
Camp-Resort: Milton
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™Milton, PA
Your perfect family vacation awaits in Milton, PA! Situated at the foot of Montour Ridge along the Chillisquaque Creek in Central Pennsylvania. This Jellystone campground features cabins, cottages, RV sites, and tent camping. Enjoy onsite activities, including fishing ponds, hiking trails, a splash pad, swimming pool, and so much more. During peak season, the park features daily themed activities and events. When you're not having fun onsite, the surrounding area offers exciting attractions, including Reptileland, Hiawatha Paddle Wheeler, Shikellamy Marina, and Knoebel’s Grove Amusement Park. Book your spot today!
Featured
- Waterpark
- Pool
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Golf Cart Rental
- Arts & Crafts
- Playground
- Outdoor Theater
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Horseshoes
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
- Special Events
*Terms and conditions apply. Must book a future stay at participating campgrounds by 11:59 EST on June 30, 2024.
Top Tent Campgrounds near Lower Paxton, Pennsylvania
Camp Swatara
27 milesBethel, PA
Located at the foot of beautiful Blue Mountain in northwestern Berks County, Pennsylvania, Camp Swatara provides opportunities in the natural setting for persons of all ages to grow in their relationship with God and nature. Campers can choose to stay in rustic cabins, tent, or RV sites in a beautiful wooded setting. The 750+ acre property boasts open space for games and sports, two playgrounds, over 5 miles of hiking trails, a splash pad, a shared Olympic-sized swimming pool, a 4-acre lake for boating or fishing, and more. Experience the Blue Mountains and make memories that will last a lifetime at Camp Swatara!
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Waterfront
- Pool
- Fishing
- Mini-Golf
- Arts & Crafts
- Playground
- Ice Cream
- Basketball
- GaGa Ball
- Sports Field
- Volleyball
- Shuffleboard
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
- Special Events
Paradise Stream Family Campground
33 milesLoysville, PA
Welcome to the place where families comes to be family. Nestled into the heart of beautiful South Central Pennsylvania, Paradise Stream Family Campground is an escape for family and friends that lets you experience all the best of camping in the Pennsylvania countryside. With great activities and spacious RV, tenting, and cabin sites, you and your family will want to make Paradise Stream your home away from home for many summers to come. If you're ready for your own little piece of paradise, come pay us a visit! Paradise Stream Family Campground is your escape into the PA countryside that lets you experience the very best of camping, while offering 100% family fun!
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- Pool
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Dog Park
- Arcade
- Mini-Golf
- Playground
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Horseshoes
- Shuffleboard
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Snack Stand
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
Camp-A-While Campground
33 milesHegins, PA
Camp-A-While Campground is nestled in the beautiful mountains of Hegins, Pennsylvania. The park offers 136 RV sites with full-service hookups and 28 tent sites each with barbeques, a fire ring, and a picnic table. The relaxing atmosphere is the perfect place to pull up a chair, grab a good book and listen to the running water of one of the many streams that flow through camp. Want a little more excitement? Other fun activities include a nature trail, themed events, basketball, horseshoes, a swimming pool, and more! The park is located near many great attractions, including Hersheypark, Swatara State Park, and the Golden Age Air Museum. Start creating memories that will last a lifetime at Camp-A-While Campground!
- Waterfront
- Pool
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Arcade
- Playground
- Ice Cream
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Horseshoes
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- General Store
- Laundry
- Special Events
Adventure Bound Eagles Peak
33 milesRobesonia, PA
Experience the best of Pennsylvania at Adventure Bound Eagles Peak in Robesonia. This private and centrally located campground is an ideal spot to begin a relaxing and adventurous outdoor vacation. Adventure Bound Eagles Peak offers top-notch facilities like; two heated swimming pools, an 18-hole miniature golf course, camp store, laundry, Wi-Fi, free cable TV, a large recreation lodge, and much more. The newest addition, a Splashpark, will provide hours of entertainment for young and young at heart campers. Book your spot at this true camping resort set in the beautiful wilderness of Amish Country.
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- Waterpark
- Pool
- Fishing
- Hot Tub / Sauna
- Cable TV
- Arcade
- Mini-Golf
- Paddle Boat
- Golf Cart Rental
- Arts & Crafts
- Ice Cream
- GaGa Ball
- Sports Field
- Volleyball
- Horseshoes
- Shuffleboard
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Snack Stand
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
- Special Events
Mill Bridge Village & Camp Resort
40 milesRonks, PA
If you're looking for a stay unlike any other, look no further than Mill Bridge Village & Camp Resort, a registered historic landmark. When you stay, the sights and sounds of Pennsylvania Dutch Country are right at your doorstep. The local area is filled with history, attractions, shopping, and so much more. Step back into history with modern features at Mill Bridge Village & Camp Resort. Book your unique stay today!
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Waterfront
- Pool
- Fishing
- Bike Rental
- Boat Launch
- Cable TV
- Arcade
- Golf Cart Rental
- Arts & Crafts
- Playground
- Ice Cream
- Basketball
- Horseshoes
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
- Special Events
Merry Meadows Recreation Farm
43 milesFreeland, MD
Nestled in the rolling countryside of northern Baltimore County, Maryland, you'll find our beautiful 275-acre park where folks of all ages can explore nature by camping in the refreshing outdoors and enjoying the many activities Merry Meadows has to offer. Merry Meadows Recreation Farm is situated on three levels of both open and heavily forested countryside. Nature abounds there with animals, rare birds, natural springs and a large variety of plant life. Little Falls Stream hiking trails run for two miles along the bottom level of the park in Little Falls Valley. Whether you spend the day becoming one with nature or take advantage of the huge variety of amenities, you will long remember the many fun times you had and the many friends you made while camping at Merry Meadows.
- Waterpark
- Pool
- Hiking
- Dog Park
- Mini-Golf
- Arts & Crafts
- Playground
- Outdoor Theater
- Basketball
- GaGa Ball
- Jumping Pillow
- Sports Field
- Volleyball
- Horseshoes
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Laundry
- Pavilion
Adventure Bound Oak Creek
44 milesNarvon, PA
Looking for a camping experience that combines relaxation and adventure? Look no further than Adventure Bound Oak Creek, located in the heart of Amish Country, near Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This campground is the perfect destination for families seeking an idyllic vacation getaway, with modern luxuries and endless activities. Whether you want to explore the breathtaking wilderness of the Northeast or immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the Pennsylvania Dutch, Adventure Bound Oak Creek has something for everyone. Enjoy the wide range of top-notch amenities, including a heated outdoor swimming pool, multiple playgrounds and sports courts, laundry facilities, and Wi-Fi, plus a full calendar of activities and events, from live entertainment to themed weekends, which make for a truly memorable vacation experience. Book your spot today for an unforgettable getaway!
- Waterpark
- Pool
- Fishing
- Arcade
- Golf Cart Rental
- Arts & Crafts
- Playground
- Ice Cream
- Basketball
- GaGa Ball
- Horseshoes
- Shuffleboard
- Live Music
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
- Special Events
Sun Retreats Lancaster County
45 milesNarvon, PA
Sun Retreats Lancaster County is a pet-friendly, Gnome-themed resort that features a six-acre lake, a magnificent entertainment hall with pipe organ, and the Gnome Café. Here, guests enjoy everything from a weekend of tent, barn, yurt, treehouse camping, and more to an entire season in our deluxe park-model rentals. The whole family will enjoy a refreshing dip in the swimming pool complex featuring a full-size pool, kiddie pool, and relaxing spa waters. Grab a pole and spend the day fishing on the fully stocked lake, or rent a boat for a relaxing nautical adventure. Sun Retreats Lancaster County offers one of the most unique campgrounds you’ll ever visit. 2022 CAMPSPOT AWARDS WINNER: Top for First Timer.
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- Waterfront
- Waterpark
- Pool
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hot Tub / Sauna
- Dog Park
- Boat Launch
- Cable TV
- Arcade
- Mini-Golf
- Paddle Boat
- Golf Cart Rental
- Restaurant
- Playground
- Laser Tag
- Basketball
- Sports Field
- Volleyball
- Horseshoes
- Shuffleboard
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
- Special Events
Camp-Resort: Quarryville
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™48 milesQuarryville, PA
Located on 63 lush, wooded acres that adjoin a scenic, 100-acre county park in Southern Lancaster, Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort in Quarryville, Pennsylvania offers a breathtaking camping experience the whole family will enjoy! When campers aren't busy swimming and splashing at Yogi Bear's Water Zone & Splash Pad or bouncing high on their jumping pillow, they can enjoy endless outdoor activities and amenities that will keep everyone busy from dawn 'til dusk. Camping with a group? Rent out the top floor their pavilion for a half-day or full-day to enjoy each other's company! Also available for weddings, family reunions, birthday parties, and more! Just a short drive to any of the Amish Country and Hershey area attractions, Jellystone Park™ Quarryville is the perfect spot to start making camping memories that will last a lifetime! 2022 CAMPSPOT AWARDS WINNER: Top for Families.
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- Waterpark
- Pool
- Fishing
- Hot Tub / Sauna
- Dog Park
- Arcade
- Mini-Golf
- Golf Cart Rental
- Arts & Crafts
- Restaurant
- Playground
- Outdoor Theater
- Laser Tag
- Ice Cream
- Basketball
- GaGa Ball
- Jumping Pillow
- Sports Field
- Volleyball
- Horseshoes
- Shuffleboard
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Snack Stand
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
- Special Events
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