French Creek State Park
Open for camping from March through the first weekend in January. Peak season runs April 1 through October 31. Cabins are available year-round. Reservations accepted online via ReserveAmerica or by calling 888-PA-PARKS.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 3 at 3:36PM EDT until July 3 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 448 IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN DELAWARE THIS WATCH INCLUDES 1 COUNTY IN NORTHERN DELAWARE NEW CASTLE IN NEW JERSEY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 13 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL NEW JERSEY MERCER MONMOUTH IN NORTHERN NEW JERSEY HUNTERDON MIDDLESEX MORRIS SOMERSET SUSSEX WARREN IN SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY BURLINGTON CAMDEN GLOUCESTER OCEAN SALEM IN PENNSYLVANIA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 10 COUNTIES IN EAST CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA BERKS LEHIGH NORTHAMPTON IN NORTHEAST PENNSYLVANIA CARBON MONROE IN SOUTHEAST PENNSYLVANIA BUCKS CHESTER DELAWARE MONTGOMERY PHILADELPHIA THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ALLENTOWN, BETHLEHEM, BLAIRSTOWN, CAMDEN, CHERRY HILL, DEPTFORD, DOYLESTOWN, EAST BRUNSWICK, EASTON, EDISON, FLEMINGTON, FREEHOLD, GLASSBORO, JIM THORPE, MEDIA, MOORESTOWN, MORRISTOWN, MOUNT HOLLY, NEW BRUNSWICK, NEWTON, NORRISTOWN, NORTH BRUNSWICK TOWNSHIP, PENNSVILLE, PERTH AMBOY, PHILADELPHIA, READING, SAYREVILLE, SOMERSET, STROUDSBURG, TOMS RIVER, TRENTON, WEST CHESTER, AND WILMINGTON.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 3 at 1:40PM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values between 100 and 110 degrees expected each day. * WHERE...In New Jersey, Morris, Sussex, Warren, and Hunterdon Counties. In Pennsylvania, Berks, Lehigh, Northampton, Upper Bucks, Western Chester, and Western Montgomery Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Very warm low temperatures in the low to mid 70s at night will not offer any relief from the heat. This combined with multiple days of near record breaking temperatures will exacerbate the impacts from the heat and humidity. The hottest conditions are expected to occur through today, however dangerous heat will continue through Saturday.
About
French Creek State Park encompasses 7,730 acres in Berks and Chester counties, making it the largest block of contiguous forest between Washington D.C. and New York City. The campground offers 195 individual campsites spread across multiple loops, with options ranging from rustic non-electric sites to full-hookup sites featuring 50-amp electrical service, water, and sewer connections. Back-in sites range from 30 to 75 feet, and select pull-through sites accommodate larger rigs. Beyond traditional camping, the park provides 10 modern cabins sleeping 6 guests year-round, 3 camping cottages sleeping 5 each, and 2 yurts sleeping 4. Glamping sites are launching in 2026 with 10 sites accommodating 4-6 guests. Campground amenities include warm showers, flush toilets, a dump station, fire rings, picnic tables, and a playground. A concession-run swimming pool operates seasonally for an additional fee. Recreational opportunities abound with extensive hiking and biking trails, fishing and boating on Hopewell and Scotts Run lakes, and seasonal hunting. The park's designation as an Important Bird Area and Important Mammal Area makes it excellent for wildlife observation. Educational programs led by the park naturalist run spring through fall.
Directions
Located in Berks and Chester counties. Access via PA 345 south of Birdsboro or north of PA 23. From the PA Turnpike, take Morgantown exits 1A or 1B.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $24 - $121.5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| frenchcreeksp@pa.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (610) 582-9680 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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