Cabin camping options near Mount Holly, New Jersey span across the border into Pennsylvania, with most facilities within a 45-60 minute drive. The region features a mix of state parks and private campgrounds surrounded by rolling hills and wooded areas. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing from December through February, making most cabin rentals seasonal operations with limited year-round availability.
What to do
Wolf preserve tours: 40% discount for campers at Camp Taylor Campground, located near Delaware Water Gap. "The wolf preserve at the same location was just amazing - we learned so much and could hear the wolves howl from the campsite," reports one visitor.
Disc golf: Equipment available for rent at Boulder Woods Campground where they have a full course on-site. A visitor shared that "They sell disc golf things in the store as well. This course is huge and brings in groups who play for the day."
Whitewater rafting: Seasonal water releases at Tohickon Valley County Park during March and early November draw paddlers. One camper noted, "Two water releases each year in March and early November are very popular for whitewater rafters and many of these paddlers stay in the cabins and campground."
Fishing: Multiple stocked ponds across several campgrounds provide fishing opportunities. At Mountainview Campground, a visitor appreciated its location, noting it's "Close to the River Towns in NJ" and "close to the Delaware River, Spruce Run Reservoir, and Round Valley Reservoir" for more extensive fishing options.
What campers like
Privacy levels: Varied options for seclusion across different campgrounds. At Mountainview Campground, campers enjoy "a quiet wooded campground (not all spots, but most)" where sites are "wooded and isolated" with a reviewer mentioning "our site was fully private (could not see or hear neighbors)."
Wildlife encounters: Natural habitats surrounding many cabins. One camper at Mountainview Campground described how "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!"
Clean facilities: Maintained bathhouses at most locations. A Spruce Run Recreation Area visitor noted, "They do a great job of mowing the grass on the sites, and if you need to, you can go and request if they could cut your grass if it's too long." While at Ringing Rocks Family Campground, a camper praised the "great secluded sites with clean facilities for when you need some civilization."
What you should know
No pets in some cabins: Spruce Run Recreation Area has a strict no-pets policy for their cabins. One visitor noted that in the wider campground, "There were a decent amount of people on Friday, but significantly more on Saturday. Park employees and park police drive around through the day."
Cabin age restrictions: Some campgrounds like Boulder Woods only allow seasonal campers with newer RVs. A disappointed camper shared, "They only allow seasonal campers to be 10 years old or newer. Ours is 13."
Site surfaces vary significantly: While some cabins sit on natural terrain, others are on gravel. At Colonial Woods Family Resort, a camper observed that "the sites are all covered in stone, and I dont mean just the area where you park, I mean it was like camping on a stone driveway."
Highway noise proximity: Several campgrounds are close to major roads. A Spruce Run camper mentioned, "The only con to this campground is it's proximity to the highway. You can hear 78, especially at night once the campground settles down."
Tips for camping with families
Activity scheduling: Weekend programs at multiple campgrounds include organized events. At Colonial Woods, a visitor shared, "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. All the money made is donated to Shriners Children's Hospital."
Swimming options: Seasonal pools operate at most family-oriented campgrounds. A Colonial Woods visitor noted their "pool and splash pool for toddlers was clean with a lifeguard on duty at all times" though "the posted pool hours were not as described."
Playground accessibility: Many cabin areas include dedicated children's areas. Quakerwoods Campground has "a pond that the kids love to visit and explore for fish, frogs and turtles" according to a regular visitor.
Bathhouse distances: Consider location when booking with small children. At Little Red Barn Campground, a visitor warned the primitive sites "are a hike to the bathroom. There is one vault toilet in this area."
Tips from RVers
Assistance with parking: Some campgrounds provide help with difficult spots. A Boulder Woods camper explained, "The spots are tight to get into but the staff will offer to park your camper using your vehicle. I let them park mine and I'm really glad I did."
Site leveling challenges: Many wooded cabin areas require adjustment. At Mountainview Campground, a camper mentioned, "The ground is moderately rocky, so there may be some slight troubles getting tent stakes in the ground."
Seasonal site booking: Book early for peak times. Nockamixon State Park Cabins fill quickly, with one visitor commenting, "Excited to go cabin camping here in January!" as they secured off-season dates after seeing how busy summer periods were.
