Reservations are available and recommended at Frances Slocum State Park Campground, a drive-in and boat-in facility in Wyoming, Pennsylvania, running from the second Friday in April through the third Sunday in October. Nightly rates range from $20 to $48, with electric, water, and sewer hookups available for RVs up to 35 feet. The campground sits within a forested setting near Frances Slocum Lake, and Verizon users report solid cell coverage throughout the grounds.
Site quality varies noticeably across the loops. Some sites are generously sized with wooded buffers on multiple sides, while others are compact and close to neighbors, particularly in the E-loop. ERIC J. notes that "trees between each RV site give a nice level of privacy," though that depends on which site you draw. A handful of sites border standing water, which can mean soggy ground and mosquitoes after rain. Ticks are also a known presence. Site 44 in the Stony Point loop has drawn praise for its size and easy back-in access.
Water access is a central draw. A campground boat launch accommodates kayaks and canoes, and rentals are available on the lake. Anglers fish the lake regularly, though campers with dogs should note that fishing tackle and bait are often left on the ground near the water's edge. Periodic algae advisories have affected the lake; Jackie F. advises, "DO NOT take your pups to the water." A pool is on-site, though it charges a separate daily fee even for registered campers. Hiking and biking trails round out the activity options.
Weekends in summer fill the campground quickly. Quiet hours and no-alcohol rules are posted, but enforcement is inconsistent based on multiple reviews. Spring visits, particularly in April and early May, tend to be far less crowded. The bathhouses are older but generally kept clean, with button-operated showers that run cold. A dump station is on-site and easy to access. Firewood is available from nearby homes for around $4 a bundle. For camping near Frances Slocum State Park, options extend across the broader Wyoming Valley corridor. The campground works best for RV campers with hookup needs or tent campers who book early and request specific sites.
Description
Frances Slocum State Park consists of 1,035 acres in northeastern Pennsylvania's Luzerne County. The horseshoe shaped, 165-acre lake is popular for boating and fishing, and is a home to many species of birds, fish and wildlife. The many hiking and mountain biking trails and the large day use area attract visitors to picnic and explore the forests.
Permit Conditions: 1. No more than one family unit or five unrelated persons per campsite. Other facilities are limited to the maximum occupancy for the facility (i.e. beds in cabins) for non-family guests. Note: Family Unit-Persons living under one household. 2. Occupant shall include at least one person 18 years of age or older. 3. Noise or conduct which could interfere with the sleep of other persons is prohibited between 9 p.m. and 8 a.m. 4. Before vacating the facility/site, occupants shall clean and properly dispose of waste. 5. Visitors are permitted only between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. 6. This permit may not be assigned or transferred. 7. Alcoholic Beverages are prohibited. 8. Failure to abide by Pennsylvania State Park Rules and Regulations. 9. For cabins,/yurts/camping cottages removal of tables, beds or other furnishings from the facility are prohibited. 10. For cabins/yurts/camping cottages tents, camping trailers and recreation vehicles are not permitted in the area. 11. Pets are only permitted in designated areas. Overnight guest with pets must reserve designated facilities. Violations: Violations of park rules and regulations or violations of a condition of this permit could result in any or all of the following consequences: 1. The permit may be revoked. This would mean that the occupants would be required to vacate the facility immediately. 2. The occupants may be required to leave the park. 3. The occupants may be cited for violations of park rules and regulations, a summary offense. 4. The occupants are responsible for any loss or damages to furnishings, fixtures, equipment, or facilities that occur during or due to their occupancy.
In an emergency: Contact a park employee or dial 911. For directions to the nearest hospital, look on bulletin boards or at the park office.
Nearest Hospital:
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
575 North River Street
(North River and Auburn streets)
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18764
570-829-8111
www.wvhcs.org
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsFrances Slocum State Park Campground is located in Pennsylvania near Shavertown
Directions
The park is five miles from Dallas and ten miles from Wilkes-Barre. From Exit 170B of I-81, take PA 309 north 7.2 miles. Turn right (east) onto Carverton Road and drive for 4.2 miles. Turn left (north) on West 8th Street and drive 1.3 miles. Turn left (west) onto Mt. Olivet Road and drive one mile to the park entrance on the left.
Address
565 MT OLIVET ROAD
Wyoming, PA 18644
Coordinates
41.34700083 N
75.89500097 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 27 min from Scranton, PA
- 1 hr 15 min from Williamsport, PA
- 1 hr 16 min from Allentown, PA
- 1 hr 18 min from Binghamton, NY
