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Camping near Wallpack Center, NJ

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    Camping near Wallpack Center ranges from tent and RV sites to cabins, yurts, and glamping options across the Delaware Water Gap area of northwestern New Jersey. Stokes State Forest provides campgrounds with tent sites, RV spots, and cabins, while Worthington State Forest Campground along the Delaware River focuses primarily on tent and RV camping. Several private facilities like Camp Taylor Campground and Great Divide Campground complement the public lands with additional amenities including glamping and yurt options. The area sits within a historic corridor connecting the Appalachian Mountains with the Delaware River, creating a unique landscape for outdoor recreation.

    Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, typically from April through October, with limited winter availability. Road access varies by location, with some campgrounds like Stokes State Forest and High Point State Park offering well-maintained facilities, while boat-in sites like Namanock Island require water transportation. Permits and reservations are recommended during peak summer months when waterfront sites fill quickly. The region experiences four distinct seasons with humid summers and potentially snowy winters at higher elevations. As one camper noted, "Stokes is nestled in a beautiful part of New Jersey and it's just remote enough that you can get away from the crowds and activity while still being in a short driving distance of restaurants, grocery stores, etc."

    Riverside and lakefront camping represents a major draw throughout the Delaware Water Gap area. Campgrounds along the Delaware River provide opportunities for fishing, paddling, and hiking along the Appalachian Trail, which passes through the region. Several visitors highlight the scenic beauty and wildlife viewing opportunities, with one camper reporting, "Having an entire island to yourself is a feeling I have never experienced anywhere else." Bear activity is common in the area, requiring proper food storage at all campsites. Most campgrounds provide basic amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, and access to drinking water, though primitive sites may have limited facilities. Weekend campers should be prepared for higher occupancy rates, especially during summer months when New York and New Jersey residents frequently visit the area.

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      1. Stokes State Forest

      4.4(28)5mi from Wallpack CenterRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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

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      2. Worthington State Forest Campground — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

      4.5(40)15mi from Wallpack CenterRVs, Tents

      "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."

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      3. Dingmans Campground — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

      3.7(16)4mi from Wallpack CenterRVs, Tents

      "The 2 young staffers at the desk hooked me up with site 94 which was far away from everyone, grabbed a bag of ice for “sodas” and cup of noodles and had a great night."

      "Easy access to Delaware River.

      • Large field for kids to run around.
      • Dogs allowed.
      • Fire pits at each site but no grates to cook on."
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      4. Swartswood State Park Campground

      4.3(14)7mi from Wallpack CenterRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

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      5. Kittatinny Campground

      2.9(32)14mi from Wallpack Center7 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "A few of my friends stayed at Kittatinny Canoes River Beach Campsites recently, and while the location is fantastic for river enthusiasts, there are some areas that could use improvement. "

      "With over 160 sites spread across 18 acres, campers can choose from wooded, open field, or riverfront locations, all equipped with essential amenities like electric hookups, fresh drinking water, and picnic"

      from $75 - $400 / night

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      6. High Point State Park Campground

      3.9(24)13mi from Wallpack CenterRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Beautiful park with in the skylands region of New Jersey. Great campsites on a lake, with lots of hiking and biking trails right from your site."

      "There are about 40 to 50 sites around Sawmill Lake. Many of these sites , like ours, are walk in sites (about a 50 yard walk) that sit lakeside."

      from $5 - $20 / night

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      7. Great Divide Campground

      4.7(16)12mi from Wallpack CenterRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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 $$"

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      8. Camp Taylor Campground

      4.4(25)16mi from Wallpack CenterRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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

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      9. Pickerel Point Campground — Promised Land State Park

      4.5(34)19mi from Wallpack Center76 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "SO many weekenders from New York and New Jersey being so loud, littering, and highly disrespectful to others and the land. Quite a shame. If you’re reading this and offended, be the change!!"

      "Pros: beautiful new bathrooms -private lakeside walk-in sites -beavers! Far away but exciting nonetheless -the Conservation Walk on the island is short, easy, and beautiful. Well-marked."

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      from $24 - $53 / night

      3 Sites Available

      10. Dingmans Campground - Delaware Water Gap NRA

      4.5(8)4mi from Wallpack CenterRVs, Tents

      "We asked for a secluded site at check in and the staff was more than willing to provide - but an after hours check-in wound up being rude campers (Parked next to us despite the entire field being open"

      "A 6 point buck walked right through our site literally. The kids enjoyed it a lot. Amenities were very clean. Even the portapot we used was very clean. Will visit again. No service/no electronics."

      from $46 - $62 / night

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    Recent Reviews near Wallpack Center, NJ

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    • Nancy W.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 29, 2026

      Hickory Run State Park Campground

      Peaceful State Park Camping in the Fall

      This is a large campground with a wide array of campsites so be careful attention when you book online, especially if you have a pet because some sites are not pet-friendly. Some are 50-amp full hook-up and some are primitive with no hook-ups. 

      There is a nice nature center with interesting interpretive exhibits and lots of informational brochures including ones about the hiking trails, bears, scat and tracks of local animals, and fishing. Our site was at the edge of the campground and backed up to Route 534 which resulted in a bit of road noise at our site. Other than the road noise the campground was pretty quiet and was not very crowded when we camped there in October. 

      Not all sites are level and we happened to book one that was not and we had to live with a slant for our stay. The roads in the park are gravel/dirt and since it rained the day we arrived the roads were a muddy mess which made the roads slippery and there were lots of potholes. Unfortunately, some campers were disrespectful and left bags of trash in the fire pit and scattered around their site which was totally unnecessary because there were dumpsters plenty of dumpsters in the campground. Since we camped at Hickory Run late in the season, there were no camp hosts and the trash never got picked up. 

      The campground is open from mid-April to mid-December; however, the shower facilities and dump station are not available after the third week of October so plan accordingly. We really like the hiking trails which are of varying degrees of difficulty and lengths. The Hawk Falls is a nice easy walk (1.4 miles round-trip) to a waterfall but is extremely popular so don’t think you will be admiring the falls alone. The parking lot at this trail head fills up fast so you better get there early if you want to get a spot. 

      You can enter the park from two different directions. If you have a big-rig, it is best to approach from the east side. We made the mistake of coming in from the west side as we dropped down from I-80 and came down 534 and the road was really windy with no shoulder. Luckily, there was very little traffic so we could go 10 mph and safely navigate the roads. 

      Be aware alcohol is not allowed in PA state parks. This park does allow hunting in certain sections of the park. The no-hunting areas are clearly marked with white no hunting signs on trees and you can also pick up a brochure from the office that designates hunting and no-hunting sections.

    • Tony F.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 21, 2026

      100 Mile View Camping

      The best views

      This is a hidden gem, as close to dispersed camping you can get with dirt, gravel roads, large stone fire pits, a amazing views with the added benefit of a five gallon jug of non potable water and very clean port-a-potties. The owner regularly patrols the site and makes sure everything is okay.

    • Maria Mercedes M.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 21, 2026

      Round Valley State Park Campground

      Peaceful Wilderness Escape for Adventurous Families

      There's something wonderfully special about escaping into nature where the only sounds are rustling leaves, birds singing and the gentle movement of water along the shoreline. Nestled among the wooded hills surrounding the beautiful Round Valley Reservoir, this rustic SP campground offers families a chance to disconnect from everyday distractions and enjoy a little wilderness adventure together. Unlike traditional campgrounds, the campsites are accessible only by hiking or boating, so getting anywhere here requires some planning and a willingness to travel light. Once you've arrived, you'll find secluded, wooded campsites with picnic tables, fire rings and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. Amenities are basic, with pit toilets and no showers, but the beautiful reservoir, scenic hiking trails, fishing and kayaking opportunities more than make up for the lack of modern conveniences. Our kids loved exploring the woods, spotting wildlife and gathering around a crackling campfire at night to share stories beneath the stars. For families comfortable with the hike, I'd recommend choosing one of the campsites along the reservoir shoreline for the lovely water views and peaceful surroundings. Just remember that swimming is limited to the park's designated beach area. Round Valley isn't your typical family campground, but for adventurous families who enjoy hiking, camping under the stars and making wonderful memories together, it's a beautiful place to experience nature at its finest!

    • Leo C.
      Oct. 4, 2026

      Winding Hills Park

      Nice but dated

      Nice campground, bathrooms are clean but dated, first come first serve for the sites.

    • Thomas B.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 18, 2026

      Neversink River Resort

      Cool Riverside Campground

      I'll start by saying this is a site-specific review (C20). I booked using Campspot and didn't select my own site but put in the criteria for my rig (30ft TT plus truck) and got a 50A back-in spot. The site was big but abnormal. Between the picnic table placement and the trees, I ended up right around 50ft from the electric and water, and the water spigot was so low I could barely put on my camco filter. With the uneven dirt roads, I had to unhitch with my truck in a gigantic puddle (lol). The site was otherwise fine aside from my gate code not working on Day 2. As for the campground as a whole, I thought it was pretty unique place by the river that offered several good amenities and activities, like downstream river tubing, an arcade, bathroom/shower facilities, a small store, little trails, and more. I would say this place borders the more primitive side.

    • eThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 17, 2026

      Black Bear RV Park

      Super clean and quiet

      Past reviews has mentioned that the office seems to be closed often, while I found that to be true I had no reason to contact anyone. This is definitely one of the cleanest quiets site I’ve ever visited

    • Kathy L.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 15, 2026

      Hickory Run State Park Campground

      Beautiful forest

      Gorgeous forested area in the Poconos. We stayed on the Rattlesnake Loop which was lovely. Sites not super private but most nestled in trees. The only bummer was that that Campground Loop didn’t have any direct links to the trail network and was far from it. The other Campground Loop was closer to trails and office. Would return!

    • K
      Sep. 8, 2026

      Stephens State Park Campground

      Great last min getaway

      Booked the day before—even on the holiday weekend! Just 1.5 hours outside of NYC, site was a bit close to the neighbors (fire pit was very far back and basically in the neighbors’ campsite, but we put up a “privacy clothesline” and hung a tarp over it for a bit of extra coverage.

      The staff was friendly and helpful, they said it was the busiest they’ve seen the campground all year (there were lots of large groups but everyone seemed to settle down by 9:30pm

      Poison ivy was EVERYWHERE at our site so make sure to stick to the open areas and the paths. Lots of families around, we felt very safe Bathrooms were fine—it was my impression they’re usually cleaner but the high traffic of the weekend left a bit to be desired, (lots of families around=dirty diapers in the bathroom trash bin) but it’s camping! I’m not gonna argue w a flushing toilet!

    • KThe Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 24, 2026

      Tri-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.

    Guide to Wallpack Center

    Near Wallpack Center, New Jersey, the convergence of the Kittatinny Ridge and Delaware River creates a diverse camping landscape at elevations ranging from 300 to 1,800 feet. Temperatures vary significantly throughout the year, with summer nights averaging 55-65°F even when daytime temperatures reach the 90s. Winter camping opportunities exist at select locations where sites remain accessible despite the region's typical 40-50 inches of annual snowfall.

    What to do

    Hike to fire towers: At Stokes State Forest, a 5-mile hike leads to panoramic views from the fire tower. "We drove down the road and were able to get in a nice 5 mile hike up to the fire tower," reports Josh S., who appreciated the cooler temperatures that minimized bugs during their camping trip.

    Visit the Lakota Wolf Preserve: Camp Taylor Campground offers direct access to this unique wildlife experience. "The camp ground is connected to the wolf preserve so you can hear them howl if you listen," writes Karralee B., noting the natural soundtrack to camping in the area.

    Paddle crystal-clear waters: Swartswood State Park Campground offers kayaking on notably clear waters. "Clear streams and lake. Stunning overall," writes Stephanie T., who also mentions attempting "a small part of the Appalachian trail while there (about 15 miles)."

    What campers like

    Private, wooded sites: Great Divide Campground provides secluded camping experiences despite being relatively close to urban areas. "Our campsite was located along the Delaware river with a short walk down to be able to launch our canoe and kayak," notes Mitchell E., highlighting the combination of privacy and water access.

    Tent platforms: Many sites at High Point State Park include elevated platforms to improve tent camping comfort. "Each large campsite has a picnic table, fire pit, and lantern hook. Some sites also have a tent platform," explains one reviewer, noting the mix of amenities at different sites.

    Wildlife encounters: Camp Taylor Campground offers unexpected wildlife viewing opportunities. "Saw wild turkeys and deer in the morning," reports Dina S., who appreciated the natural setting and absence of golf carts that characterize more developed campgrounds.

    What you should know

    Bear activity: This region requires proper food storage at all campsites. "Remember, this is bear country so proper food storage is a must. Bear lockers are not provided," notes one reviewer at Stokes State Forest, who also mentions ticks and rattlesnakes as considerations.

    Varied bathroom facilities: Worthington State Forest Campground offers modern but basic facilities. "Bathrooms were clean and showers are separate and private," notes Fransheska A., who visited with family and appreciated the spacious campsites.

    Winter conditions: Cabin sites provide cold-weather camping options. "The cabins are reasonably priced and well-appointed, if a bit rustic... You need that wood stove to heat up the cabin," explains W L., who used approximately six bundles of firewood during a weekend stay in December.

    Tips for camping with families

    Lake swimming options: High Point State Park Campground offers family-friendly water activities. "I spent two nights camping with my niece and this campground was perfect... we swam at the pond (Lake Marcia), and got in a fishing session at Steeny Kill Lake," writes Justin P., noting the need to drive between different recreation areas.

    Choose secluded sites: For families wanting quieter experiences, strategic site selection matters. "We selected site T219. It was a solid choice: private but close to the toilet and water," recommends one camper who appreciated the balance of amenities and seclusion at Stokes State Forest.

    Kid-friendly trails: Short, manageable hiking options abound for younger explorers. "The Conservation Walk on the island is short, easy, and beautiful. Well-marked," notes Alaina Z. about the trails at Pickerel Point Campground, making it accessible for families with children.

    Tips from RVers

    Site leveling challenges: Dingmans Campground offers water access but with some practical considerations. "The RV sites for a bigger camper are tight squeezes. If you are not comfortable with lots of tight turns I would not recommend for you!" advises Jackie, who nevertheless enjoyed the river access.

    Winter hookup limitations: RV sites at Pickerel Point have seasonal restrictions. "Sites have electric but no water. Spigot close by," explains Mara S. about winter camping at Promised Land State Park, noting the heated bathhouse that remains available year-round.

    Road condition awareness: Access roads to campgrounds can present challenges. "Careful on the roads to the campsite, they're a bit on the bumpy side. Defo smaller roads than your usual ones," warns Christine N., who needed to navigate carefully in a minivan due to numerous potholes.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What camping is available near Wallpack Center, NJ?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Wallpack Center, NJ offers a wide range of camping options, with 211 campgrounds and RV parks near Wallpack Center, NJ and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

    Which is the most popular campground near Wallpack Center, NJ?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Wallpack Center, NJ is Stokes State Forest with a 4.4-star rating from 28 reviews.

    Where can I find free dispersed camping near Wallpack Center, NJ?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Wallpack Center, NJ.

    What parks are near Wallpack Center, NJ?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 parks near Wallpack Center, NJ that allow camping, notably Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Upper Delaware National Scenic and Recreation River.

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