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Quiet after 10
I got there late in the afternoon and the place remained busy with people coming and going until well after dark. By 10, it finally settled down and no one bothered me the rest of the night.
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Blairstown, New Jersey serves as a gateway to diverse camping experiences throughout the Delaware Water Gap region. Jenny Jump State Forest provides tent and cabin camping with hiking trails directly accessible from campsites, while Camp Taylor Campground offers RV hookups, tent sites, and cabin rentals with unique proximity to a wolf preserve. The surrounding area includes both state-managed forests and private campgrounds catering to various camping styles from primitive tent sites to glamping accommodations. Campers can find options within 10-15 miles of Blairstown in multiple directions, particularly along the Delaware River corridor and throughout the surrounding highlands.
Campground availability typically runs from April through October, with some facilities like Jenny Jump State Forest operating from April 1 to October 31. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer weekends and holiday periods when facilities reach capacity. Many campgrounds in the region offer electric hookups and water access, though amenities vary significantly between state forest campgrounds and private facilities. The terrain features moderate hills and wooded settings, with some campgrounds situated on mountainsides providing scenic views. A camper noted, "This campground is high up on a mountain and affords lovely views. Well kept and clean. My only complaint is that the noise from the highway was quite loud at night."
Visitors consistently mention the region's hiking opportunities as a major draw. Several campgrounds provide direct trail access, with Jenny Jump State Forest particularly noted for its convenient hiking options. The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area offers additional outdoor recreation adjacent to many campgrounds. Private campgrounds like Camp Taylor feature unique amenities such as mini-golf and proximity to wildlife experiences. One review highlighted, "We spent four days at Camp Taylor, never left the grounds, and filled our days with the perfect amount of activity and relaxation." Family-friendly facilities are common throughout the area, with most campgrounds offering bathrooms with showers, though more primitive options with pit toilets exist in some locations. Spacing between campsites varies considerably between facilities, with some offering more privacy than others.
Best Campgrounds near Blairstown (200)
1. Worthington State Forest Campground — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
"Full bathrooms are located behind campsite #15 (clean flushing bathrooms, with motion-sensed lighting, showers, dishwashing sink), but easily accessible from campsites nearby."
"Bathrooms with flush toilets are conveniently located centrally every so often."
2. Camp Taylor Campground
"Positives: sites are decent sized with fire pits and picnic tables. easy access to hiking, convenient to a beautiful vineyard, peaceful region, and the most amazing wolf preserve is right next to you. "
"They were knowledgeable about the surrounding towns, their campground, and basically everything nature related. This was our very first night camping in an RV (we were renters at the time)."
from $33 - $42 / night
Check Availability3. Jenny Jump State Forest
"The bathroom/shower was only a few steps away which was convenient and clean."
"All the sites are set up nearby the office where people are all day should you ever need anything. The workers are super friendly and regularly make rounds of the grounds."
4. Mountain Vista Campground
"Love the Campground except our site is near a fairly busy road which takes away from that beautiful tranquility. They have camouflaged it as best they could. Friendly staff. Lots to do."
"Close to Bushkill Falls which we hiked. 👍"
5. Great Divide Campground
"Our 4rth state in our 5 state trip is New Jersey! We wanted to see Delaware Water Gap NRA & I found a campground by Newton called The Great Divide. This is a private campground."
"All the positive reviews about this place are accurate! Beautiful, clean, well maintained, lots to do, great value for your $$"
6. Delaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA
"We wish there was easier access to bike and hike trails so we didn't have to drive to a location but overall a comfortable and positive experience."
"We were very into socially distancing, and said so when we made our reservation. We were assigned a perfect site for this."
from $45 - $250 / night
Check Availability7. Driftstone Campground
"Driftstone is set on a beautiful location on the Delaware River. River Road on which it is located, is picturesque and quiet enough to run, walk or bike on."
"Driftstone is a gem of a campground at a great location on the Delaware. Easy access to Delaware Gap Recreation Area. Sites are pretty spacious with water and electric hookups."
from $64 - $74 / night
Check Availability8. Stokes State Forest
"It was a solid choice: private but close to the toilet and water. Some sites located around the opposite side of the ring back up to a babbling brook. The rushing water will soothe you to sleep."
"We stayed at the campsite at Lake Ocquittunk Area. Campsite was very spacious and had a platform where we were able to fit two tents. There was plenty of space on the site for more tents."
from $7 - $55 / night
Check Availability9. Swartswood State Park Campground
"We booked a campsite at the far end of the loop by the lake, which looked to be the right spot for some privacy, but a longer walk to the bathroom and water spigot."
"The campsites are slightly separated from the lake (maybe 8 min walk to lake) but that also means you aren’t bothered by day guests. The lake is beautiful! Great for swimming and fishing."
10. Panther Lake Camping Resort
"Panther lake was a pretty good campground with lots of spots to camp at. Our campsite had a picnic bench and a fire ring. They offer both RV and primitive camping."
"The Lake is the gem of the campground with a really nice beach, good for fishing and kayaking. The negatives were the bathrooms. They are very primitive and quite dirty."
Drive Time
- 56 min from Allentown, PA
- 58 min from Scranton, PA
- 1 hr 9 min from New York, NY
- 1 hr 16 min from Kiryas Joel, NY
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Recent Reviews near Blairstown, NJ
1113 Reviews of 200 Blairstown Campgrounds
- KKevin F.
ScoutTri-State RV Park
A place to stay in an area lacking campgrounds.
This area seems to be devoid of campgrounds except for this one. It’s basically just a large parking lot with hook ups. Completely open, which is great for Starlink. Bathrooms were slightly above average; fairly clean and places to hang clothes for your shower. Has a laundry but be sure to bring quarters. It is about 100 yards from the interstate so you’ll get a lot of noise and diesel exhaust fumes.
Sue B.
RangerDelaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA
Great off season camping
We camped here in our pop up for our Anniversary in November. We were impressed with the cleanliness and available amenities for the time of year we were camping in! Close proximity to DWG and PA AND NJ attractions.
- Sue B.Ranger
Pickerel Point Campground — Promised Land State Park
Great cabins!
We booked a cabin at the last minute and were pleasantly surprised that the cabin had heat and electricity! It was very close to the awesome heated bathroom also! We were also able to catch a beautiful sunset! Great camp all around!
- JJay
TravelerDelaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA
Large sites & friendly staff!
Another great experience. Sites were large. Staff was friendly with many different things for kids to do. Great base camp for local hikes.
- Sue B.Ranger
Edgemere Roadside Campsites — Delaware State Forest
Loved this spot!
We came here 4th of July weekend, and this is one of the things I love about these sites...they had availability! Our site was very big, and was perfect with sone shade and also lots of sun!
- Sue B.Ranger
Snow Hill Roadside Campsites — Delaware State Forest
Great spot!
Our travel trailer and our friends' pop up both fit on this site with no problem. The only issue we had is that there is a bit of a ditch that turns to mud after a rain. We were off the beaten path so very little traffic. There was a bathroom with pit toilets down the street. Plenty of places to hike and fish also. We loved it here!
- Sue B.Ranger
Thunder Swamp Trailhead
Just ok
We came here to ride our ATV's...since it is more than 3 hours from home, we decided to book this spot for the night. We have stayed in a bunch of the DWSF sites. This one was kinda meh. Nearer to the road so traffic at all hours. Picnic table and fire ring, and as always, evidence of people chopping down live trees for firewood. Ugh! We set up our tent and had a nice fire, albeit there was broken glass on the ground. Biting flies worked overtime on us. Not a terrible stay, but we prolly won't book this one again. And these sites are no longer free. As out of state-rs, we paid $21 for one night. Still a good deal.
Mike P.TravelerThornhurst Tract Roadside Campsites — Pinchot State Forest
A peaceful getaway.
Only 3 sites along this stretch of road, and they're spaced nicely. Lots of tree cover for a nice shady camping spot. Tons of wild life, expect the bear to wander through camp. By far one of my favorite camping spots!
No electric, no water, no dump site, no shower, Vault toilets in walking distance.
Guide to Blairstown
Campgrounds around Blairstown, New Jersey range in elevation from 400 to 1,200 feet, creating diverse camping environments from riverside flats to mountain views. Most sites open from April through October, with mountain campgrounds experiencing temperature drops of 10-15 degrees compared to valley locations during spring and fall. Campsites near Blairstown vary significantly in terrain and amenities based on their position in the highlands or along the Delaware River.
What to do
Kayaking on the Delaware River: Driftstone Campground offers direct river access with boat launch facilities. "The sites along the river would be my first choice, but if you have children, being near the playground might be a good selection as well. Just be cautious of the placement of the dump station and proximity to the site. The sites are all large, and easy to get in and out of," notes a visitor at Driftstone on the Delaware.
Wolf preserve tours: Experience a unique wildlife opportunity near Camp Taylor Campground. "There is a section of RV spots that are each cut out in the woods so very private. Once you have backed into the spot and leveled out it's a good time. You can take a short hike up the mountain there to see the wolves in the sanctuary. There are moments by the fire you can hear them howl in the distance."
Hiking varied terrain: Trails ranging from beginner to advanced surround most Blairstown camping areas. At Worthington State Forest Campground, "This campground has been our favorite by far. The spots are huge, and mostly private. Plenty of beautiful trails with lots of wildlife! If you enjoy kayaking or canoeing they have sites which have river access right from your site... the best part is that you're close to some beautiful hikes like Mt. Tammany, and Crater Lake!"
What campers like
Secluded wooded sites: Many campers prioritize privacy at Blairstown area campgrounds. "Primitive, has bathrooms and water spigots. Good hammocking trees and wasn't crowded at all. Plenty of privacy from other sites. Close proximity to good hiking and kayaking at Delaware Water Gap but without the crowds of their sites," notes a camper about Jenny Jump State Forest.
Clean facilities: Bathroom and shower quality varies significantly between state parks and private campgrounds. At Swartswood State Park, "Clean bathrooms with flush toilets and showers, masks required for the pandemic still. Each campsite has a firepit/ring, picnic table, and lantern hook."
Fishing opportunities: Many campgrounds offer fishing without needing to leave the property. A Mountain Vista visitor mentioned, "We enjoyed our stay and found the facilities to be clean and in working order. Following appropriate health and safety protocols as well. Would definitely visit again."
What you should know
Site selection matters: Terrain varies dramatically between campsites at most Blairstown area campgrounds. At Swartswood State Park, "There are about 50 camp sites but many of them, from 1 to 30ish are wide open with ZERO privacy. That said, it's great for large groups that book a few sites next to each other. Starting there, sites get more separated and a wee bit secluded."
Frequently Asked Questions
What campgrounds are available in Blairstown, NJ?
What campgrounds are available in Blairstown, NJ?
The Blairstown area offers several excellent camping options. Jenny Jump State Forest is located near Blairstown with drive-in and walk-in access, reservable sites, water, and toilets. Another popular option is Worthington State Forest Campground in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, featuring boat-in, drive-in, and walk-in access with water and toilet facilities. The region also offers Stokes State Forest, Great Divide Campground, and several boat-in campsites along the Delaware River that provide unique outdoor experiences within a short drive of Blairstown.
What amenities does Triplebrook Campground in Blairstown offer?
What amenities does Triplebrook Campground in Blairstown offer?
While specific reviews for Triplebrook Campground aren't available, nearby Great Divide Campground offers a comparison of private campground amenities in the area. Great Divide features a scenic setting with a small lake and pond surrounded by woods, providing a picturesque camping environment. For those seeking public campgrounds with good amenities, Mahlon Dickerson Reservation offers paved, level sites with water and electric hookups, a dump station, and is convenient for hiking and exploring the Skylands region of New Jersey.
What camping is available near Blairstown, NJ?
What camping is available near Blairstown, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, Blairstown, NJ offers a wide range of camping options, with 200 campgrounds and RV parks near Blairstown, NJ and 6 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Blairstown, NJ?
Which is the most popular campground near Blairstown, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Blairstown, NJ is Worthington State Forest Campground — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area with a 4.5-star rating from 40 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Blairstown, NJ?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Blairstown, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 free dispersed camping spots near Blairstown, NJ.
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