Cabins near Frenchtown, New Jersey offer access to outdoor recreation along the Delaware River within a 15-mile radius of town. The area sits at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains with elevations ranging from 200 to 700 feet, creating varied terrain for hiking and wildlife viewing. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing, making year-round cabin rentals with electric heat especially valuable from November through March.
What to do
Disc golf course access: Boulder Woods Campground features an extensive disc golf course popular with visitors and tournament players. "They also have a disc golf course and they rent and sell discs. That's where we fell in love with disc golf," notes a camper who stayed at Boulder Woods Campground.
Ringing Rocks exploration: Visit the unusual rock formation at Ringing Rocks County Park where certain rocks emit metallic sounds when struck. "Went to Ringing Rocks county park and the kids were having so much fun making music they didn't want to leave," shares a visitor at Ringing Rocks Family Campground, located just 2 minutes from the park.
Stargazing opportunities: Clear night skies offer excellent stargazing conditions, especially at more remote sites. "Stayed at one of the primitive sites. Very clean and quite. Great spot for stargazing. Owners are very nice," reports a camper from Mountainview Campground.
Kayaking and fishing: The Delaware River and nearby Nockamixon State Park provide water recreation options. "Great for family fishing and paddle boarding," notes a visitor about Nockamixon State Park Cabins, while another mentions, "Fishing in the pond insite, swimming in the pool and lots of family weekends throughout the season."
What campers like
Secluded wooded sites: Many campgrounds offer private wooded sites that feel remote despite proximity to towns. "The campsite was wonderful and isolated," reports a camper from Mountainview Campground, while another notes, "It's a quiet wooded campground (not all spots, but most). Easy to get to, and friendly family ownership."
Wildlife encounters: The natural setting attracts various wildlife, enhancing the outdoor experience. "I've never heard so much wildlife there as I did here. Shortly after we settled into our tent did we hear foxes fighting right outside our tent, the snorts of deer, and there were bats right above us all night making noise!"
Water view campsites: Sites overlooking water bodies are highly rated. "I love the water views. The sites are large, many have nice mix of sun and shade. You can launch your kayak easily from the shore," mentions a visitor from Spruce Run Recreation Area.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and shower facilities matter to campers. "The bathrooms were clean with soap and paper towels. The shower had nice hot water," notes a recent visitor, though experiences vary by campground and season.
What you should know
Site layouts and privacy: Site arrangements vary significantly between campgrounds. "The sites are very close together. Site numbers are on the back of the sites, very hard to see from the road," warns a visitor about one location, while others note, "Sites are a good distance from each other. Plenty of open field as well as wooded areas."
Weather considerations: Conditions can change quickly, especially in transitional seasons. "We packed up early in the morning (it was planned to rain the entire day) and headed out," shares a camper, suggesting flexible planning for spring and fall visits.
Road noise variations: Some campgrounds experience highway noise despite natural settings. "You can hear 78, especially at night once the campground settles down," mentions a reviewer from Spruce Run, while another notes, "A little loud at times with the turnpike right there."
Reservation policies: Late arrival policies vary between properties. "After talking to them, they would not allow us to come late, but did refund the first night. This was frustrating, but they did provide a quick and satisfactory resolution," explains a visitor from Mountainview Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Halloween weekend activities: Several campgrounds offer special Halloween programming. "We went on Halloween weekend and they had so much for the kids to do! Friendly staff and clean sites!" shares a visitor from Ringing Rocks Family Campground.
Child-friendly water features: Pools and splash areas keep kids entertained. "The kids love the pool and splash area," mentions a visitor, while another at Colonial Woods Family Resort notes, "The pool and splash pool for toddlers was clean with a lifeguard on duty at all times."
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds feature playgrounds for younger children. "Double playground," notes one reviewer about facilities, while others mention activity areas specifically designed for various age groups.
Weekend programming: Scheduled activities provide family entertainment. "They had a lot to do for kids! Always a ton of scheduled crafts and to do for the kiddos and adults alike," reports a camper, while another mentions, "They did a few activities the one we did go to was the casino night where they had separate play areas for kids and adults."
Tips from RVers
Site challenges: RV sites vary in accessibility and amenities. "The roads are very narrow, pretty sizable boulders on both sides, trees are very low and need to be trimmed (almost took my ac out with a huge limb)," cautions a driver of a larger rig.
Extension cord needs: Electrical hookups may require additional equipment. "Our spot was #27 and pretty spacious. The showers were free and clean with hot water and decent pressure. The landing for the camper was even with gravel and the rest of the site was mostly even. The power station was well intact with 15/20, 30, and 50amp."
Backup site options: Consider having alternate plans for hookups. "Not all sites have sewer hookups, oops. Easy to back in," mentions a visitor from Little Red Barn Campground, suggesting checking specific site amenities before booking.
