Top 10 Family-Friendly Tent Campgrounds in Pennsylvania

Top 10 Family-Friendly Tent Campgrounds in Pennsylvania

Between Valley Forge National Historical Park and Pine Creek Gorge, it’s next to impossible to get bored when you’re camping in Pennsylvania! Explore this list of Pennsylvania campgrounds to prepare for your next adventure.

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Welcome to Pennsylvania!

From a natural waterslide to an ice mine, Pennsylvania is full of surprises you’ll have a tough time finding elsewhere! Plus, gorgeous gems like Blakeslee Natural Area promise to reward the dedicated hikers who go camping in Pennsylvania. Whether to boat, explore, or just unplug, a camping trip in the Keystone State is just what the doctor ordered.

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!

If you're looking for a perfect getaway for the whole family, our campgrounds with playgrounds for children are ideal for you. Enjoy beautiful settings with fun, safe play areas that keep kids entertained while you relax and unwind.

Top Family-Friendly Tent Campgrounds in Pennsylvania

Top Deals in Pennsylvania

Sun Retreats Lancaster County
  • Cabins
  • RV Sites
  • Tent Sites

Sun Retreats Lancaster County

4.544 Verified Reviews
Narvon, PA
  • '25
  • 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
  • Shuffleboard
  • Bathrooms
  • Showers
  • Internet Access
  • General Store
  • Dump Station
  • Garbage
  • Laundry
  • Pavilion
  • Special Events

Military Discount 20% Off

Subject to availability. Discount valid for active US and Canadian military and veterans Valid for new reservations only on RV sites, tent sites, and vacation rentals for stays between Jan - December 31st. Excludes stays January 1 -April at Florida resorts. Must present proof of military service upon check-in. Site type restrictions may apply and vary by resort. Must stay a minimum of (2) nights and up to a maximum of (14) nights. Cannot be combined with any other offer

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2025 Fall 20%

Offer accepted only for new reservations. Valid for stays between August 4 – November 30, 2025. Offer applies to minimum 2-night consecutive stay with maximum 6-night consecutive stay; increased minimum night requirements may apply and vary by resort. Subject to availability. Additional blackout dates and site restrictions may apply and vary by resort. Cannot be combined with any other offers, promotions, or discounts. Other restrictions may apply. Offer begins August 4, 2025 and expires on September 30, 2025.

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Paradise Stream Family Campground
  • Cabins
  • RV Sites
  • Tent Sites

Paradise Stream Family Campground

4.953 Verified Reviews
Loysville, PA
  • '24
  • Pool
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Dog Park
  • Arcade
  • Mini-Golf
  • Playground
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Shuffleboard
  • Bathrooms
  • Showers
  • Internet Access
  • General Store
  • Dump Station
  • Snack Stand
  • Garbage
  • Laundry
  • Pavilion

Weekdays are Back Again

RV SITES ONLY DOES NOT WORK ON LODGING SITES Arrive Sunday and stay a minimum of four nights and get 20% off the first four nights. Use promo code WEEKDAYS at checkout.

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Weekdays are Back Again

RV SITES ONLY DOES NOT WORK ON LODGING SITES Arrive Sunday and stay a minimum of four nights and get 20% off the first four nights. Use promo code WEEKDAYS at checkout.

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Conneaut Lake Family Campground
  • Cabins
  • RV Sites

Conneaut Lake Family Campground

4.52 Verified Reviews
Conneaut Lake, PA
  • Pool
  • Fishing
  • Arcade
  • Golf Cart Rental
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Playground
  • Ice Cream
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Live Music
  • Bathrooms
  • Showers
  • Internet Access
  • General Store
  • Dump Station
  • Garbage
  • Laundry
  • Pavilion
  • Special Events

Military Discount

We offer a 10% military discount! Please call or email the office to receive a promo code that can be applied to your booking.

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Book Golf Cart for 2 nights for $50.00

Book Golf Cart for 2 nights for $50.00, applies in multiples of 2 day time periods. Must be 18+ and have a driver's license to rent and operate golf carts

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SECOND50

Receive 50% off your 2nd Night when using code "SECOND50" now until July 31, 2025. RV sites Only, Excluding Holidays.

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Areas of Interest in Pennsylvania

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Pennsylvania Camping FAQs

Pennsylvania is associated with many things: the Revolutionary War, Philly cheesesteaks, and “The Office” come to mind. The outdoors doesn’t always make the list. Luckily for you, that means camping in Pennsylvania comes with fewer crowds. While it boasts beautiful national forest land and lakes, these camping destinations tend to get overlooked by your average traveler—but not by you.

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