Ah, those lazy beach days. Lying on our favorite beach towel, the soft sand beneath our feet, as the waves crash nearby. Wading into the water to cool off then maybe joining an impromptu game of volleyball. How hard is it to pull ourselves away from the beach as the sun begins to set at the end of the day, to say farewell to the ultimate relaxation? Well, at this absolutely breathtaking beachfront attraction in Pennsylvania, you can spend the whole night sleeping underneath the stars on Lake Erie's shores.
Pitch a tent along the sandy beach in Lake Erie at Sara's Campground, nestled between Presque Isle State Park and Waldameer Park and Water World.
Sara's Campground hosts a series of fun events, including Christmas in July (weekend of July 13, 2018) and Halloween (weekend of August 10, 2018) festivities.
And, join in other scheduled activities like movie night on the beach, bingo, and crafts. (An Easter celebration, complete with an Easter egg hunt is planned for the weekend of June 16, 2018.)
Sara's Campground is also within short distance of such attractions as Waldameer Park and Water World, Presque Isle State Park, Splash Lagoon, and the Erie Zoo.
So, are you ready for a night or more on the beach? Then, start planning your trip today. Be forewarned, however, that all tent sites are on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Call Sara's Campground before heading to the beach, if you're planning to camp in a tent, to ensure there's space available and to avoid a wasted trip. Check-in time is after 9 a.m. for all tent campers.
Sara's Campground is located at 50 Peninsula Dr., Erie, PA 16505.
For more information on Sara's Campground, click here for the official website and here for Facebook.
What could be better than spending the night on the beach, the waves of Lake Erie crashing mere feet from you at this beachfront attraction in Pennsylvania? Have you camped at Sara's Campground before? Share your experiences below! Then, click here to read more about a gorgeous beach tucked away in Laurel Hill State Park.
Thunder shook us out of our cots as rain pounded our tent. We held our flashlights up to our faces and worried a tornado would sweep us away. We were just grade schoolers experiencing a normal summer thunderstorm, but it was pretty scary back then. That was my introduction to camping, and I've loved it ever since. Sleeping in a tent, even on a cot, isn't for all of us, though, but that doesn't mean we have to miss out. This remote campground in Cedar Run, Pennsylvania is proof of that.
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Nestled in the Pennsylvania Wilds, Pettecote Junction Campground in Cedar Run promises plenty of quiet, breathtaking natural beauty, and things to do.
Don't worry if you're not into traditional tent camping. This family and pet-friendly campground has something for everyone. However, if you do prefer an old-school adventure, pitch a tent.
Tent sites allow up to two tents and eight guests. The creekside sites are the real deal. There are no hook-ups and a two-night minimum stay is required.
Or park your RV for a cozy camping adventure. RV sites require a two-night minimum stay, and there are ADA-accessible sites.
Pettecoat Junction also offers many of the comforts of home with its cabin rentals. Each cabin sleeps up to six and sits near the famous Pine Creek Rail Trail.
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Your biggest challenge when planning your visit is choosing where to stay. How about one of the glamping tents that promise an old-school camping experience without giving up such amenities as a cozy bed, a lamp, and a table with chairs?
Whether you want to relax at the campground or explore a little bit beyond its borders, you'll find a ton to do. The campground offers such amenities as basketball, volleyball, cornhole, and a playground for the kiddos.
Carve out some time, too, to visit Pine Creek Gorge (the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania). You can view the natural wonder from Colton Point State Park or Leonard Harrison State Park, less than an hour from the campground.
Have you stayed at Pettecote Junction Campground, a remote campground in Cedar Run, Pennsylvania? What did you think? Let us know in the comments! Want to see more of the Pennsylvania Wilds? Roll down the windows, turn up the tunes, and follow Elk Scenic Drive in Pennsylvania.
Whether you enjoy camping on hot summer days or prefer a cooler fall experience, camping in Pennsylvania is a wonderful time. Take advantage of every sun-soaked moment you can. Camping provides the ideal opportunity to enjoy long, sunny days while catching up on some much-needed relaxation at kid-friendly campgrounds in Pennsylvania. Here are 10 of the best family campgrounds in Pennsylvania that will make your family vacation epic.
Embrace a rustic camping experience by pitching a tent at Splash Magic Campground; bring your RV, or rent one of the spacious cabins. Splash Magic Campground offers plenty of activities to keep the whole family busy, including a splash park, a swimming pool, an outdoor movie theater, bumper boats, miniature golf, and more.
Let's check out the epic family camping experience at Splash Magic Campground in Northumberland, PA in this video from RV East Coast. This is definitely one of the best camping resorts in Pennsylvania:
Leave the hustle and bustle of everyday life behind at Deer Run Camping Resort in Gardners, PA, where you can pitch your tent, park your RV, or rent a cabin, the latter of which is available in both primitive and deluxe. Deer Run Camping Resort features a full lineup of activities, with themes for each weekend.
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3. Colonial Woods Family Camping Resort, Upper Black Eddy
Hide away in the tree-lined Colonial Woods Family Camping Resort where you can stay in an old-fashioned tent, park your RV, or rent a cabin for your stay. Activities abound at the camping resort and include themed weekends, a heated swimming pool, a children's spray pool, a spa, miniature golf, a tennis court, a basketball court, outdoor movies, and fishing.
Park your RV right against the water or rent a cabin near the swimming pool at Mountain Springs Camping Resort. Enjoy an old-fashioned camping experience with such fun games as horseshoes, shuffleboard, volleyball, and basketball. Or, lounge by the swimming pool, watch the kids go crazy at the playground, or relax around an open fire.
Soak up summer rays at Wolfs Camping Resort, where you can rent a cozy trailer or a comfy cabin for your stay. Spend your days in the swimming pool, and the hot tub, or throw out your fishing rod in the nine-acre lake. Only an hour from Cook Forest and Moraine State Park, Wolfs Camping Resort also offers such activities as volleyball, a splash pad, pool, horseshoes, arcade games, and golfing on the nine-hole golf course.
Join Philip & Heather (and fam) as they check out the Wolfs Camping Resort in Knox Pennsylvania:
6. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp Resort, Quarryville
Allow time to melt away at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp Resort, the perfect setting for families. The popular camping resort promises a plethora of amenities, including mini golf (featuring, of course, Yogi Bear and all of his friends), Yogi's water slides, numerous swimming pools and hot tubs, laser tag, a playground, a fishing pond, a go-kart track, hiking trails, an outdoor movie theater, and a dog park just for your four-legged pal.
Enjoy an authentic family atmosphere at Keen Lake Resort, owned and operated by the Keen sisters. Settled along a pristine 90-acre spring-fed lake, Keen Lake Resort welcomes campers to pitch a tent, park their camping van, or rent one of the resort's cottages. Spend time fishing or boating on the water or join the many activities scheduled each month.
Go rustic or go luxurious at Adventure Bound Camping Resort, where guests can choose from traditional tents, rustic cabins, deluxe cabins, and RV rentals. Relax in the pool while the kids enjoy the roaring river and lava twisty slides. Family-friendly activities – from arts and crafts to candy bar bingo – are scheduled daily.
Plan a sweet camping getaway at Hersheypark Camping Resort, where you'll discover a plethora of activities at both the campground and Hersheypark. Opt for an old-fashioned tent, pull up your RV, or reserve one of the cabins at the resort. Resort amenities include swimming pools, playgrounds, horseshoe pits, and movie nights. Guests of Hershey Park Camping Resort also receive such benefits as early access to certain rides at Hershey Park, free shuttle service to the park, and daily family activities.
Explore Gettysburg by day and embrace outdoor living at night at Drummer Boy Camping Resort. Campers have a full range of accommodations from which to choose, including tents, RV spots, and cabins. With all there is to do at the camping resort, however, you may never want to leave. Relax in the spa and swimming pool, slip down the water slide, play a game or two of miniature golf, or catch a film at the outdoor movie theater.
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Let's make one more stop at one of the biggest camping resorts near you in Gettysburg, PA, the Drummer Boy Camping Resort, in this video from LivingOurDreamNow:
Any one of the best family campgrounds in Pennsylvania on this list provides the perfect way to spend a summer weekend with family. Where are your favorite camping resorts in PA? Share your hidden gems with us in a comment. It's always wonderful to take the kids on a hike to see some wildlife and see how many plants and animals they can name. Here are some of the best hiking trails in the state:
