RV parks near Johnsonburg, New Jersey accommodate vehicles in a region dominated by the forested hills of the Kittatinny Mountains. Elevation ranges from 400 to 1,600 feet across camping areas, with summer temperatures typically reaching 75-85°F during peak camping season. Winter camping options remain limited with only select RV facilities maintaining year-round operations in this northwestern New Jersey region.
What to do
Hiking access: Thousand Trails Scotrun provides proximity to hiking trails and fall foliage viewing. "We came in at end of season, so pretty much everything seems closed. But, it's a beautiful campground and the part of PA is great too," notes camper Kasey M.
Water activities: The Delaware River runs adjacent to several campgrounds in the area. At Tri-State RV Park, campers can "easily access by foot" the riverside location. One visitor mentioned, "They are also located right on a river that you can easily access by foot. They have a decent laundry facility and full hook ups."
Mountain biking: For those seeking more adventure, Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort offers unique mountain biking opportunities. "If you choose adventure this is the place for you, ride the ski lifts up to the top of the mountain then you get to bike down it, they have rental bikes available or bring your own," according to reviewer Lois.
What campers like
Open spaces: Campgrounds in the Johnsonburg area vary in site spacing and privacy. At Stonybrook RV Resort, campers appreciate the layout. "Very very level site. But beyond the pool there wasn't much to do," reports Tori, while another reviewer notes, "Sites are not small, but they're not huge either."
Clean facilities: Multiple reviews highlight bathroom quality as a key differentiator between campgrounds. At Stonybrook RV Resort, one camper stated, "Shower/bathrooms are the best I've ever seen," while another mentioned the park was "meticulously clean and the permanent campers keep their sites so well."
Winter camping options: Some RV parks near Johnsonburg remain operational during colder months. "We stayed here during the winter January-February no activities going on. It does offer beautiful views especially covered in snow," reports a Stonybrook camper.
What you should know
Cell service challenges: Beyond the noted issues at Panther Lake, connectivity problems exist at other parks too. At Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South, one camper reports, "Cell service is awful for AT&T and our T-Mobile gateway. Had to move to a new site to get away from the trees to get starlink connectivity."
Site selection: Many campgrounds operate on a first-come basis, which requires strategic planning. As one Timothy Lake South visitor noted, "This is a first-come, first-serve park in the Thousand Trails system so we had to drive around looking for a spot."
Highway noise: Several campgrounds sit near major roadways. Tri-State RV Park reviewers consistently mention this factor: "Located just off the highway so lots of vehicle noise 24/7. Sites are on a gravel lot," and another notes it's "right off the highway and you can hear it."
Tips for camping with families
Animal interactions: Pleasant Acres Farm RV Resort features farm animals that appeal to children. "The farm has goats, a donkey, and a pony within the campground. Very cool," reports Faith D. Another camper mentioned, "Plenty to occupy the kids. Playground, hayride, animals to feed (goats, chickens, donkey and pony)."
Playground options: Several campgrounds maintain play areas for children. At Mountain Top RV Park, a visitor noted, "They have a small playground that would be better suited for older children, and there's also a nice lounge room with games, a pool table, a tv and puzzles/board games."
Scheduled activities: Organized events vary significantly between parks. A Pleasant Acres camper observed, "There were some organized activities which was nice, not as much as a Jellystone Park," while another mentioned, "Lots of planned activities to keep you occupied."
Tips from RVers
Off-season advantages: Visiting during non-peak times offers different experiences. At Blue Mountain, one camper shared, "We visited in fall so we had the entire place to ourselves."
Navigating tight spaces: Beyond the cautions about Colonial Woods, other parks present navigation challenges. At Pleasant Acres, a reviewer warned, "When you leave you have to drive the wrong way in the campground because of the low hanging trees the correct direction."
Utility quality: Water pressure varies dramatically between parks. At Timothy Lake South, one RVer observed, "Best water pressure I have seen on the east coast, unregulated it's over 80 psi," highlighting the need for pressure regulators at some locations.
