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Jonestown/Hershey KOA
Overview
The Jonestown/Hershey KOA offers a peaceful, wooded escape situated along the scenic banks of the Swatara Creek. It serves as a popular basecamp for travelers exploring the Lebanon Valley and the nearby world-famous chocolate attractions. The park provides a blend of traditional camping charm with modern conveniences, ensuring a comfortable stay whether you are in a large motorhome or a cozy cabin. Visitors often appreciate the lush canopy of trees and the gentle sounds of the water flowing nearby throughout the camping season.
Location & Surroundings
Conveniently located just off Interstate 81, this park is nestled in the rolling hills of Central Pennsylvania. The landscape is defined by the winding creek, which offers opportunities for peaceful reflection and light river recreation. While the park feels secluded and rustic, it is only a short drive from the bustling entertainment hubs of Jonestown and Hershey. The surrounding area features a unique mix of agricultural charm and historic sites, providing a beautiful and accessible backdrop for your RV journey through the state.
Amenities & Park Features
This KOA is well-equipped for families and long-distance travelers alike. On-site facilities include a refreshing swimming pool, a well-stocked general store, and clean laundry facilities. For recreation, guests can enjoy a round of mini-golf, bike rentals, or let their pets run free at the dedicated KampK9 dog park. Most sites offer full hookups with cable and Wi-Fi access. Many sites are spacious enough for big rigs, and some feature premium patios with fire rings for an enhanced outdoor experience under the stars.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The park’s proximity to Hersheypark makes it a favorite for chocolate lovers and thrill-seekers looking for roller coasters. Beyond the theme parks, visitors can explore the history of the region or spend a day at Swatara State Park, which is known for its excellent hiking and biking trails. For those interested in local culture, the Pennsylvania Amish Country is within a short driving distance. Nearby Hollywood Casino also offers gaming and dining options for those looking for adult-oriented entertainment after a day of sightseeing.
Who This Park Is Best For
This destination is ideal for family vacationers seeking a balance between outdoor recreation and easy access to major Pennsylvania tourist attractions. Because of its big-rig friendly layouts and quiet atmosphere, it is also a great choice for retirees or full-time RVers looking for a scenic stopover. If you enjoy waterfront camping and prefer a park that accommodates children and pets with various activities, this KOA provides a welcoming environment that feels like a home away from home.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Internet
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Jerry Lamb
Great spot right off RT 81 and our sites 52 and 23 for the return trip offered plenty of room. Friendly staff, great kitchen for your dining or snack meals as well. Don't forget the ice cream! Great looking playground for the kids too. Their Halloween spooky ride was outstanding. All those who work there went out of their way to make you feel comfortable and at home. Renovations are constantly being done too. If we head down that way again, we will be sure to stop here.
Harry Downing
Excellent, pretty, CG by a nice small river fot tubing or kayaking or fishing. Excellent food available onsite with to your site delivery. Extremely friendly people. Easy access from I-81. Very fair pricing. Gravel sites with metal fire rings. We had 50 amp service. We will visit here again soon.
J H
Ideal location for those RVers driving on I81 who need a place to honker down for the night since it's just a few minutes from the freeway Stayed here during the off season and its a nice place to get away for peace and quiet. The general store has most of your necessities, there are a few trails right behind the campground and the river along the back makes it very pleasant for strolls. The bathhouse can use renovation since there are a few holes in the plastic shower and they're the smallest upright shower stall I have ever seen. Toilet stalls are also extremely small; if you're a big guy you may not fit. The water pressure can be improved but the heat was more than perfect. The dog park is a great amenity but the staff has to do a better job of enforcing the pick up poop rules. I saw some of the actual poopers who don't pick up after their dogs are the actual long term seasonal staff. Shame.
Laura Holland
This is a lovely, peaceful, and well cared for campground. The splash pad is a lot of fun, the camp store has a nice cafe and ice cream, and the bathrooms are clean. Location is excellent for a variety of activities - tubing on the creek (it was low but still usable when we visited in August), Hershey is 20 minutes away, and you can connect to the Appalachian trail via a nice rail trail that runs through the campground. We had a beautiful view from our creekside site. The only downside is that there is some road noise, but it didn't bother us in our camper - if you're using a tent, I would stay toward the back of the campground, away from the road.
Drew Harvey
Stayed one night to and from Orlando. Excellent access from highway. Both nights were quiet and relaxing. Great check-in staff. The "premium" patio site needs some work as this is not close to other KOA's "premium" sites. Nice large mature trees. Kids loved the splash pad and park. The park does require some maintenance as it was clearly lacking. Overall we were happy here but price was high based on site conditions.