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This is an A.T. shelter and campsite. First come, first served. Privy was nice. Flat tentsites for 6 or more. Good for Hammocking also.
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The Kittatinny Mountains area near Tranquility, New Jersey provides multiple established campground options within the Delaware Water Gap region. Great Divide Campground, Worthington State Forest, and Jenny Jump State Forest are among the more developed facilities, all within 15-20 miles of Tranquility. These campgrounds accommodate a range of camping styles from traditional tent sites to RV camping with hookups. Several facilities like Great Divide and Panther Lake also offer cabin rentals for those seeking more amenities. Most campgrounds in this region maintain designated sites with fire rings and picnic tables.
Camping season in this area typically runs from April through October, with most facilities closing for winter. Worthington State Forest and several state park campgrounds prohibit alcohol, while private campgrounds like Great Divide allow it. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer weekends when campgrounds frequently reach capacity. Cell phone coverage varies significantly throughout the region, with limited service in more remote areas. As one camper noted about Panther Lake, "Cell service spotty all carriers. No internet at sites. Lake beautiful and pool nice."
Many campgrounds in the area feature water access, with several providing boat launch facilities, swimming beaches, and fishing opportunities. The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area encompasses much of the region, offering additional recreation opportunities beyond camping. Developed campgrounds tend to be well-maintained with clean facilities. Families particularly appreciate campgrounds with organized activities and amenities like swimming pools. According to a Great Divide Campground visitor, "The campgrounds were very big and spread out and the campsites have their own space so you can enjoy quiet at night. Each site had a water spout and electric plug in." Some campgrounds primarily serve seasonal campers with limited availability for short-term stays, while others maintain a balance between permanent sites and transient camping areas.
Best Campgrounds near Tranquility (197)
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. 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 $$"
3. 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."
4. 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."
5. 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 Availability6. 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."
7. 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 Availability8. Mahlon Dickerson Reservation
"Located in the Skylands of New Jersey, Mahlon Dickerson Campgound is a perfect place to spend a few nights or a couple of weeks. The campsites are paved and mostly level. They are wooded and large."
"It's beautiful and quiet, and close to beautiful hiking trails, lakes, and other outdoor recreation opportunities."
9. 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 Availability10. 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
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Drive Time
- 58 min from New York, NY
- 1 hr 1 min from Kiryas Joel, NY
- 1 hr 2 min from Allentown, PA
- 1 hr 22 min from Trenton, NJ
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Recent Reviews near Tranquility, NJ
1049 Reviews of 197 Tranquility Campgrounds
- Sue B.Ranger
Camp Mohican Outdoor Center — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Great lodging options and trails!
I've visited the MOC a bunch of times, and have taken training classes here also. There are campsites for tent camping, cabin stays where you can rent a whole cabin or rent a bunk in a cabin with others. There is a store as well as food options. It's a great place to visit whether you grab a meal, a bunk, or just take a hike. The Appalachian Trail crosses through here also.
- DDaniel O.
ScoutDeerfield Campground — Promised Land State Park
Nice for a quick stopover
Stayed for a quick weekday overnight at a primitive site—fine spot overall. Pros: Restrooms and showers clean and in working order. Pet-friendly. Nice surroundings (though nothing extraordinary). Easy access with a sedan. Cons: most sites are very close to one another with little privacy. Fair amount of road noise. Quiet hours didn’t seem to be enforced—some folks playing music until midnight.
- AAnastasia M.
TravelerTobyhanna State Park Campground
Awesome lakeside camping 🤩
We were looking for a lakeside campground with a spacious campsite that could comfortably fit two large tents and two vehicles. We chose Tobyhanna State Park, and it turned out to be absolutely wonderful.
We stayed at Site 113, which had plenty of space on the right side of the campsite for two large tents, with enough room to park two vehicles as well. While the campsites are fairly close to one another, most visitors come here to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet, and everyone seemed very respectful of each other’s privacy.
Just a one-minute walk from our campsite, there was a very clean restroom, hot showers, and a laundry facility. Right next to it, there was a volleyball court, as well as easy access to the lake with a boat launch and great spots for fishing.
On our very first day, the park rangers warned us that bears sometimes visit the campground, so they recommended storing all food in the car overnight. We followed their advice and had no issues.
Overall, I would give Tobyhanna State Park a perfect 10 out of 10. We had an amazing experience and will definitely be coming back!
- MMakylie P.Scout
Ringing Rocks Family Campground
incredible find
i stumbled on this searching for something almost immediately off the interstate, but with little-to-no booking available for a reasonable price elsewhere local. we detoured about 25 minutes to get here, and it is just incredible. the scenery is gorgeous, they have a camp store with oodles of stuff, there’s a huge playground, and the camping areas are dispersed well and offer beautiful scenic privacy. i wish i could make this place my home. amenities are well taken care of, they have showers in the bathroom, as well as an on-site laundry facility. they have complimentary wifi, which i appreciate with AT&T. signal is slim to none without it. overall, 5/5 stars from my family.
S G.ScoutMahlon Dickerson Reservation
Primitive
The main issue with the sites was that they were primitive -- no water. The campsites were basically just wooden platforms, with a picnic table and fire pit. There were also a lot of bugs, though this may be due to the rain. The location itself was fairly pretty and there were a number of hiking trails of not-overly-serious difficulty. The particular site we picked left is a little farther from our car than we would have liked, but for other sites you can bring your car closer.
- JJohn S.Scout
Quakerwoods Campground
Great place. Friendliest people
The staff is the GREATEST. They are knowledgeable and helpful. The grounds are clean. The shower rooms are clean and large. Laundry room is perfect. They have pull-thrus, back ins and tent sites. Dog stations are placed throughout the park. The campers are also the friendliest. You can always tell the condition of the camp by the quality of the people staying there.. everyone was respectful, courteous and friendly. We stayed in July, 2026 and would DEFINITELY stay again next time we are thru PA.
- MMaybe I.
GuideThe Pines Campground — Promised Land State Park
Good place
We had a great campsite 038, mainly because we booked the site right next to the restroom and hoped no one would reserve the one closest to it, which ended up being the case. The neighboring campsite on the other side also became vacant, so we had plenty of privacy. Otherwise, the sites would have felt a bit cramped. The beach is about a 5-minute walk through the woods. I highly recommend taking a walk there after dark to look at the stars. It’s absolutely worth it. Shower location only near the beach and be ready to pay for it with quarters The restroom is very close from our site and clean, but it’s surrounded by trees, so it’s well hidden and never felt like a disturbance. Our site was much more secluded than most of the others. I would also recommend site 032, as it seemed even more private. Verizon barely had any service, except early in the morning and late in the evening. T-Mobile worked much better. Overall, it’s a nice campground with a beautiful lake. We really enjoyed spending time kayaking, and if you don’t have your own kayak, you can rent one there
Frank J.TravelerSwartswood State Park Campground
The campground is open
The campground was closed in 2024 for renovations. It is now open. I did a tour of the campgrounds but did not stay there. FYI, generators are NOT allowed at all at this campground. I did not see electric or water hookups. There are three loops. Each has it pros/cons. Sites 30-33 are near the bathroom facilities, sites 34-50 are more secluded, sites 52-65 are closer to the lake.
Guide to Tranquility
The Kittatinny Mountains region surrounding Tranquility, New Jersey offers diverse camping options with elevations ranging from 400 to 1,800 feet. Summer temperatures typically reach the mid-80s during the day and cool to the low-60s at night. Fall camping season brings vibrant foliage colors but requires additional layers for comfort as overnight temperatures often drop into the 40s.
What to do
Hiking to scenic overlooks: At Jenny Jump State Forest, trails lead to impressive viewpoints. "This place was great, they allow dogs and had hiking trails with beautiful views you could enjoy right from your campground. It's also close to other local hikes like Mt. Tammany," notes Fransheska A.
Wolf preserve tours: Schedule a guided visit to see rescued wolves. "There is a section of RV spots that are each cut out in the woods so very private. 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," shares Julie F. about Camp Taylor Campground.
Water activities: Many campsites provide river and lake access. "The lake and pool were a big plus, especially for hot days. While I did not take advantage, you are allowed to rent boats and take them out on the lake," explains Ethan K. about Panther Lake Campground.
Fall foliage viewing: Autumn brings spectacular colors to the area. "Excellent in the fall with the leaves, especially from the summit of Mt. Tammany. The campsites are all very close to the lake, especially the tent sites," reports Harry H.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Most campers appreciate the room between sites. "The campgrounds were big and spread out and the campsites have their own space so you can enjoy quiet at night," notes Ethan K. about Great Divide Campground.
Lake recreation: Several campgrounds feature swimming and boating opportunities. "Private. Beautiful. Go swimming at turtle beach! Nice space between the sites. They also have river front sites!" shares Kendra P. about Worthington State Forest.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and showers are consistently mentioned. "The facilities were clean and stocked so no complaints there. After packing up we drove down the road and were able to get in a nice 5 mile hike up to the fire tower," writes Josh S. about Stokes State Forest.
Privacy options: Wooded sites offer seclusion. "We went on 4th of July weekend so the place was packed. We were able to get a secluded spot in the woods which was great!" mentions Jojo P.
What you should know
Bear awareness: The region has black bear activity. "We heard about some bear incidents here recently but we didn't encounter any or any evidence of them," reports Harry H.
Varying cell coverage: Don't count on reliable service. "Cell service spotty all carriers. No internet at sites. Lake beautiful and pool nice," according to a camper.
Site selection matters: Not all sites are created equal. "Careful on the roads to the campsite, they're a bit on the bumpy side. Defo smaller roads than your usual ones," advises Christine N.
Weekend crowds: Popular campgrounds fill quickly. At Worthington State Forest Campground, one camper noted, "It's nice to be on the Delaware and not many campgrounds have water access or a boat ramp so that's a plus. Showers, sinks, and toilets are available."
Seasonal operations: Most campgrounds close for winter. "The campgrounds were very big and spread out... Each site had a water spout and electric plug in," explains Ethan K.
Tips for camping with families
Choose camps with activities: Look for campgrounds with organized programs. "Great family run campground. Owners are a blast. Most sites are level. Some areas are a little steeper then I would like to set up on, but that's me. Nice small lake with boats to use. Nice small beach. Lots of weekend activities," recommends Scott N.
Consider cabins for comfort: Several campgrounds offer cabin options. "Sussex county is beautiful. Stokes is such a peaceful campground! We stay in the cabins. It's great to have the small kitchen when camping with the family," shares Amy B.
Playgrounds and swim areas: These amenities keep kids entertained. "My daughter and I have made Camp Taylor our annual spot for the past 4-5 years and it just keeps getting better. Hiking to the Wolf Preserve, paddleboats, mini golf, swimming in the lake... There are so many things to do," says Dan B.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Wildlife encounters create memorable experiences. "Very wooded. Some sites are more private than others but all have a wooded and private feel. It's GREAT For kids. A nice playground with tons of kids running all over," shares Kathy G.
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Electric and water are common, but sewer is limited. "Sites had room to move and it was quiet and peaceful. Kids had lots of fun on the free kayaks and pool. Staff was friendly and helpful. Campgrounds have lots of hills so be prepared to hike up and down," advises Jojo P. about Great Divide.
Site terrain challenges: Many campgrounds feature uneven terrain. At Mahlon Dickerson Reservation, "The campsites are paved and mostly level. They are wooded and large. Water and electric hookups and a dump station," notes Jeff W.
Road access considerations: Some campgrounds have difficult access roads. "Easy to navigate our 38 ft. RV. Easy to dump and fill. Peaceful. Close to train to N.Y. City," shares Nancymike K.
Seasonal camping options: Many campsites near Tranquility offer longer-term arrangements. "Majority of sites are seasonal campers with LOTS of cottages. Went early in the season so many had not been maintained in months," reports April L.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Tranquility, NJ?
What camping is available near Tranquility, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, Tranquility, NJ offers a wide range of camping options, with 197 campgrounds and RV parks near Tranquility, NJ and 5 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Tranquility, NJ?
Which is the most popular campground near Tranquility, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Tranquility, NJ is Worthington State Forest Campground — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area with a 4.5-star rating from 39 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Tranquility, NJ?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Tranquility, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Tranquility, NJ.
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