Codorus State Park
Lake Marburg’s shoreline trails, boating and fishing, south of York.
Camping in York County
An island campground near York, PA
York County’s first campground, restored by a local family. Twelve miles from downtown York, a world away once you cross the bridge.
Close to home
A getaway without the drive
- 12miDowntown York
City - 9miGifford Pinchot State Park
State park - 10miRoundtop Mountain Resort
Outdoor adventure
Straight-line miles from the island; the drive is a bit longer.
You don’t have to drive three hours to feel far away. Campground Island is in Dover, about 12 miles from downtown York, on ten acres surrounded by Conewago Creek.
It was York County’s first campground, opened in 1966 as Flo-De-On. Since 2021 the Thomas family has restored it, with a rec room full of games and crafts, a camp store with ice cream and coffee, and themed activities every weekend from spring through fall.
Nearby favorites
- Gifford Pinchot State Park, nine miles away, for lake days and trails.
- Roundtop Mountain Resort, ten miles away, for skiing and tubing in winter.
- Downtown York for the Central Market, restaurants and breweries.
Find your site on the interactive map or see this season’s activities.
Why stay on the island
Come back to somewhere quiet
Waterfront sites
Most sites back right onto Conewago Creek, with fishing, trails and a waterfall on the island.
Full hookups & 50 amp
39 full-hookup sites and 40 sites with 50-amp service, from $65 a night.
Wild bunnies
Bunnies have roamed the island since 1966 and will eat greens from your hand.
Weekend activities
Movie nights, bingo, crafts and PJ story time every weekend, April through October.
“It’s a very friendly environment. From the staff to the other campers all felt like friends or family.”
Also nearby
More day trips
Gettysburg National Military Park
The battlefield, museum and visitor center, and the town of Gettysburg itself.
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania’s capital, with the State Capitol, City Island and the Susquehanna riverfront.
Hersheypark & Hershey
Hersheypark, Hershey’s Chocolate World and ZooAmerica.
Good to know
Planning your trip
Where is Campground Island?
Campground Island is at 6220 Big Mount Rd, Dover, PA 17315, on an island in Conewago Creek in York County, about 12 miles from downtown York.
Is Campground Island the oldest campground in York County?
The island was York County’s first campground: Floyd Shoemaker opened it as Flo-De-On in 1966. It later became Conewago Isle Campground, and the Thomas family has restored it as Campground Island since 2021.
Are there RV parks near York, PA with 50 amp?
Yes. Campground Island has 40 sites with 50-amp service and 39 full-hookup sites, from $65 a night.
Your site by the creek is waiting
Book online any time through Campspot. Check-in is handled by email, so you can drive onto the island and settle straight in.