Hersheypark Camping Resort Summer Guide 2026
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR A SWEET CAMPGROUND STAY IN HERSHEY, Pennsylvania
Hersheypark Camping Resort is a year-round camping facility in Hershey, Pa., welcoming guests since 1963. The campground offers something for everyone with more than 300 open and shaded sites, including 50 cabins and two Tiny Homes with heat, air conditioning, and additional amenities; full hook-up sites with electric, water, sewer, and cable; partial sites with electric, water, and cable; and no hook-up tent sites.
Planning a camping getaway? We can't wait to welcome you! Here's a guide to everything you need to know to help you prepare for a sweet visit in The Sweetest Place On Earth.
Your Arrival
Whether you're staying in one of our log or deluxe cabins, parking your RV or pitching a tent along the creek, you're in for a sweet camping experience at Hersheypark Camping Resort. Here are a few things to know for your arrival.
What to Bring
In addition to all of your camping supplies, cabin guests are asked to please bring their own supply of linens, pillows, blankets, towels, personal items, dish soap and kitchen linens, such as dish towels and hot pads.
What Not to Bring
Outside firewood is not permitted to be brought into the campground. Once you arrive, firewood can be purchased at our Country Store.
Drive Slow
As you pull into the campground, remember to drive slowly. For the safety of children at play, the speed limit throughout the campground is 5 ½ mph.
Check-In/Check-Out
Upon arrival, check in at the front desk located inside Historic Landis Barn. Check-in is after 3 p.m. for all campers, and check-out is at 11 a.m. for cabins and 1 p.m. for campsites.
Download HersheyResorts App
We recommend downloading the HersheyResorts app for real-time navigation throughout the campground, details on nearby dining, resort amenities and more on the go. The HersheyResorts app is available for both iPhone and Android devices.
Amenities
Each site features a picnic table and fire ring for family cookouts and most importantly, s’mores! Additional campground amenities include free WiFi, restroom and shower facilities, self-service laundry, and a country store that sells firewood, s’mores supplies, coffee, sweet souvenirs and more.
RECREATION & ACTIVITIES
Once you're settled at your site, enjoy our campground's on-site recreation and activities. We offer a number of recreational facilities, including an indoor game room, multiple playgrounds, a community s'mores area and sport courts. Please note: Guests are asked to supply their own sports equipment.
On select dates this summer, the campground offers family-friendly activities, such as Kids' Check-In, arts & crafts, outdoor movie nights, animal encounters with ZooAmerica and more. Schedules are posted online in advance for your planning purposes.
Splash At The Pool
Don't forget to pack your swimsuits and sunscreen! Our outdoor swimming pool is open daily for the summer season starting May 22 through Labor Day, weather permitting. View hours.
EXCLUSIVE HERSHEYPARK BENEFITS
If you're planning a visit to Hersheypark during your stay, be sure to take advantage of all of the perks that come with being a guest of one of The Official Resorts of Hersheypark! All guests of Hersheypark Camping Resort receive the below FREE Resort Benefits:
- Extra hours at Hersheypark with Sweet Start and Preview Plan
- Sweet Start: Resort guests and Season Pass Holders enjoy 1-hour early access to select rides during the daily summer season (available May 21 through Sept. 7, 2026).
- Preview Plan: Resort guests enjoy up to 3 extra evening hours the night before their full-day visit. Simply present your ticket at the main entrance and enjoy a fun-filled evening.
- FREE front gate shuttle service to the exclusive resort drop-off location at Hersheypark
- Best price on Hersheypark tickets
Hersheypark is open daily May 21 through Labor Day, Sept 7. View hours here. Included in admission, guests can enjoy The Boardwalk At Hersheypark water park open from May 23 through Sept. 7.
MORE FREE RESORT BENEFITS
Make sure to save some time in your itinerary for a visit to some other area attractions throughout Hershey. All guests of Hersheypark Camping Resort receive additional FREE Resort Benefits, including access to 2 award-winning golf courses at Hershey Country Club and preferred pricing to ZooAmerica, Hershey Gardens and The Hershey Story’s Museum Experience.
- ZooAmerica is open daily for guests to visit animals native to the North American region. Explore the numerous habitats of this 11-acre wildlife park and be greeted by animals such as big cats, snakes, otters and many more. Note: Entrance to ZooAmerica is included in the one-price admission to Hersheypark only when entered via the Hersheypark bridge during Park hours.
- Hershey Gardens is a 23-acre walk-through botanical display garden with more than 5,000 roses in the summer and a Children’s Garden with chocolate-scented flora. Be sure to check out the Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory, a year-round indoor tropical Butterfly Atrium featuring 600 butterflies from around the world. The atrium is one of only 25 year-round indoor tropical butterfly atriums in the U.S.
- The Hershey Story, The Museum on Chocolate Avenue, invites guests to learn all about the life and legacy of our founder Milton S. Hershey, the town he created and the lives he touched. Additional paid experiences are also available, including the Chocolate Lab, where you can try your hand at chocolate pouring and decorating.
For more things to do in Hershey, visit HersheyPA.com.
DINING
Hershey has numerous dining options around town that are worth a visit if you're looking to expand your palate beyond mountain pies and s'mores. In downtown Hershey, you'll find delicious menus at the all-new Hershey Social Restaurant + Bar and Devon Seafood + Steak. Or, for chocolate-infused delights, check out The Chocolatier – a full-service restaurant, bar and patio open year-round in Hershey's Chocolatetown at Hersheypark. The restaurant features a Fun to Table menu showcasing classic family fare with a fun spin and hints of chocolate and accepts reservations. Note: A Hersheypark ticket is not required.
For more information about dining offerings in Hershey, visit DiningInHershey.com.
BRING HOME A SWEET SOUVENIR
After a sweet getaway, you may want to take a piece of Hershey home with you to help you remember your visit to The Sweetest Place On Earth. The Country Store is stocked with camping supplies, s'mores kits, morning coffee and afternoon slushies for purchase during your stay. But you can also find some sweet souvenirs to take home, ranging from apparel to mugs and Christmas ornaments.
