We have to be out near the Philadelphia region for a few weeks in July. We've narrowed the first part to a couple of campgrounds in the Hershey/Lancaster area. After there, the DW would like to check out the Delaware coast. The plan is to be there for about a week. Most of the time would be spent taking day trips away from the CG, but at least one weekend would be joined by our daughter and 3 yr. old grandaughter. And there are the two dogs we'll have with...We're looking at either Delaware Seashore S.P, or Massey's Landing. We'd like to have moderate path/trail access for longer-than-around-the-campground dog walks. Both have access to dog friendly beach areas. Some rvparkreviews.com of the S.P north camping area make it seem like just a sandy parking lot. But Massey's isn't afraid to charge premium rates, and may be promising more than they deliver.Any opinions, or alternative places we should check out?

We love Seashore State Park. That being said, it is an asphalt pad surrounded by a little grass and sand. There are mostly full hookups. No shade at all. Great sunsets. If you are going to reserve, I would do so now as it is very popular.My daughter and SIL spent Easter weekend at Massey's Landing and were very pleased with it.Enjoy your stay!

Just stayed at Massey's this past weekend. The park is brand new and has some really nice features. All the facilities were spotless and the park has a nice layout in a great location. Very close to Rehobeth Delaware and Ocean City Maryland is not too far to the south.

If you're eligible to use military campgrounds, we absolutely love the FamCamp at the Bethany Beach Training Site (Delaware Army National Guard). It's about a block and a half from the beach and the city shuttles (trolly-like buses at 25 cents a ride) stop there every 20 minutes or so. You can get all over town, to the beach and boardwalk, and do all kinds of fun stuff. The crabbing on the ICW a few steps from the campsites is good, too.Rob

Do it quick I would think most are already booked

We stayed at seashore state park about a month ago for the night on the north end. It's a great spot for beach access and fishing in inlet. Close to beach towns rehobeth and Dewey. Had newer restrooms, laundry, fhc, paved sites. If you are looking for a wooded, quiet place, this may not be it. Campground is basically tree less out in open under bridge that crosses inlet. Beautiful sunrise views. Will definitely go back.

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weathershak
Explorer
May 16, 2017
DelawareCamper wrote:
weathershak wrote:
If you are planning on spending time visiting the beach and boardwalks, Delaware Seashore State Park is your best bet. Full hookups, miles of beach, access to more hiking trails, and a MUCH shorter commute to the local beach towns. Masseys is nice,and a Resort CG with all the bells and whistles, about 2 miles from the ocean as the crow flies with great water front sites if you can get one, but a long drive to the ocean beach by car. It would be a good hour+ drive to get to any of the ocean beaches during July. I ought to know. I have lived in the area for over 31 years. Traffic can be brutal. Sites may already be booked. Another option if the other places are booked is Homestead Campground. 302-684-4278 Located about 8 miles west of Lewes. Nice place with full hookups. Beach traffic can still be a pain though. Safe travels
are you going to try Henlopen this year? we have reservations for the 4th of july,,, huge pull thru...

Hi folks, long time no see. I think it was at Trap pond last time. I will be going to Cape Henlopen in the fall. I am looking forward to having electric on site as I am getting to be an old fart. I have seen some photos and it looks great. Delaware does have great State Park CG's. Delaware Seashore did a great job on the north side. I stay there often during the winter. Safe travels...
Flapper
Explorer
May 13, 2017
Unfortunately, all the beach state parks were full for the time we could be there, so Massey's it is!
DelawareCamper
Explorer
May 12, 2017
weathershak wrote:
If you are planning on spending time visiting the beach and boardwalks, Delaware Seashore State Park is your best bet. Full hookups, miles of beach, access to more hiking trails, and a MUCH shorter commute to the local beach towns. Masseys is nice,and a Resort CG with all the bells and whistles, about 2 miles from the ocean as the crow flies with great water front sites if you can get one, but a long drive to the ocean beach by car. It would be a good hour+ drive to get to any of the ocean beaches during July. I ought to know. I have lived in the area for over 31 years. Traffic can be brutal. Sites may already be booked. Another option if the other places are booked is Homestead Campground. 302-684-4278 Located about 8 miles west of Lewes. Nice place with full hookups. Beach traffic can still be a pain though. Safe travels
are you going to try Henlopen this year? we have reservations for the 4th of july,,, huge pull thru...
weathershak
Explorer
May 12, 2017
If you are planning on spending time visiting the beach and boardwalks, Delaware Seashore State Park is your best bet. Full hookups, miles of beach, access to more hiking trails, and a MUCH shorter commute to the local beach towns. Masseys is nice,and a Resort CG with all the bells and whistles, about 2 miles from the ocean as the crow flies with great water front sites if you can get one, but a long drive to the ocean beach by car. It would be a good hour+ drive to get to any of the ocean beaches during July. I ought to know. I have lived in the area for over 31 years. Traffic can be brutal. Sites may already be booked. Another option if the other places are booked is Homestead Campground. 302-684-4278 Located about 8 miles west of Lewes. Nice place with full hookups. Beach traffic can still be a pain though. Safe travels
weathershak
Explorer
May 12, 2017
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Lantley
Nomad
May 10, 2017
fitznj wrote:
Not "on the beach" but I've stayed at Killians Ponds many times; It's an easy drive to Rehobeth and other beaches. Nice trails, clean restrooms, quiet......

East access to the Chesapeake (Maryland) Bay and the many small, quaint towns along the shore (great seafood places)

I forgot about Killens pond. Another nice place however it is a bit far from the beach
fitznj
Explorer
May 10, 2017
Not "on the beach" but I've stayed at Killians Ponds many times; It's an easy drive to Rehobeth and other beaches. Nice trails, clean restrooms, quiet......

East access to the Chesapeake (Maryland) Bay and the many small, quaint towns along the shore (great seafood places)
Lantley
Nomad
May 10, 2017
Both are busy places. Not out of control. But not sedate either. The state park is fantastic. Close to the beach,marina, with Tiki Bar and restaurant.
Close to town. You could take long walks along the beach, not very woodsy.
Masseys Landing is nice as well, although it is in a more congested area. Leaving and returning to CG can be hectic during peak times due to traffic
Cape Henlopen State Park, DE is another option with more wooded sites. It has been recently been re done with new sites and a new layout. Close to Ferry to Cape May, NJ. Great day trip. Or an option for more camping. Maybe more of what your looking for. But I would book soon. They all fill up fast
Jerseydevil
Explorer
May 10, 2017
We stayed at seashore state park about a month ago for the night on the north end. It's a great spot for beach access and fishing in inlet. Close to beach towns rehobeth and Dewey. Had newer restrooms, laundry, fhc, paved sites. If you are looking for a wooded, quiet place, this may not be it. Campground is basically tree less out in open under bridge that crosses inlet. Beautiful sunrise views. Will definitely go back.
jarata1
Explorer
May 09, 2017
Do it quick I would think most are already booked

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