Cabins near Barryville sit within the Upper Delaware River valley between elevations of 800-1200 feet, creating a varied terrain with diverse ecosystems across state lines. Camping structures range from basic wooden platforms with canvas coverings to full-service cabins with kitchens and bathrooms. Winter cabin availability is limited to a few year-round operations like Neversink River Resort, with most sites closing by mid-October.
What to do
Lake activities at Promised Land State Park: Explore crystal clear waters perfect for swimming, kayaking or fishing. The Pickerel Point area offers numerous water access points. "The lake is crystal clear and the beach is spotless. You absolutely have to bring a kayak/inflatable boat, but if you don't own one, don't worry, you can rent one," notes one visitor to Pickerel Point Campground.
Hiking near High Point Monument: Access trails ranging from easy 1-mile lake loops to challenging mountain climbs within a 25-minute drive of Barryville. "We fit in a hike up to the Appalachian Trail from our campsite, swam at the pond (Lake Marcia), and got in a fishing session at Steeny Kill Lake," reports a camper at High Point State Park.
River tubing and rafting: Book guided float trips along the Delaware River from late May through September. "My college friends go here each year to meet up and we have so much fun. The group sites are great and perfect for our 30-50 people. Definitely go for the rafting/tubing package, it was the best part of the trip!" shares a visitor at Kittatinny Campground.
What campers like
Lakeside cabin sites: Reserve waterfront cabins for direct water access and morning views. "We had site 100 and amazing views of the water from our camper. The trails were beautiful, recommend little falls trail. The bathrooms were clean with nice hot showers," explains a camper at Pickerel Point.
Affordable cabin options: Basic cabins start around $65/night while deluxe units with bathrooms range from $125-200/night. "I spent the night in the Promised Land State Park at Pickerel Point and it was so pretty and quiet. There was a bathroom with flush toilets nearby and the campsites were well spaced apart. Mine overlooked the water and had a gorgeous sunset," shares another visitor.
Swimming options: Most cabin locations provide access to either natural swimming areas or pools. "This family run Campground is beautiful and clean. The RV sites are spaced out nicely. There are plenty of things to do; paddle boats, row boats, swimming pool, snack bar/campstore, activities, etc," mentions a camper at Keen Lake Resort.
What you should know
Winter cabin access: Only a few locations remain open year-round. "This was my second visit in the cold months. Sites have electric but no water. Spigot close by. Heated cozy bathhouse with clean showers. The park is large with many hiking trails and ice fishing," notes a winter visitor to Promised Land State Park.
Booking requirements: Cabins near Barryville require 2-night minimum stays on weekends, with 3-night minimums for holidays. Reservations often fill 3-6 months in advance for summer weekends.
Noise considerations: Some cabin areas experience significant noise during peak season. "It was Memorial Day Sunday when we stopped in, staff was friendly. Our location was by the river and did not disappoint. It was a rocky location but we didn't mind," mentions a guest at Oakland Valley Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Look for cabin campgrounds with activities: Choose locations with organized programs for children during summer months. "We stay in the cabins. It's great to have the small kitchen when camping with the family. A must see campground," shares a family staying at Stokes State Forest.
Pack layered bedding: Cabin temperatures can fluctuate significantly overnight, especially in spring and fall. "Loved camping on Pickerel Point. Kids had a great time! Bathrooms could be cleaned more often but relatively clean. The museum and crafts were closed due to Covid so that was a bummer but we found other things to do," explains a family visitor.
Consider platform cabin sites: Many locations offer elevated platforms that keep tents dry during rain. "We stayed at site #T007 is was a short walk from the car to the site, but so worth it for many reasons. The site itself is huge and we were able to position our tent facing the lake, it was beautiful!" shares a camper at High Point State Park.
Tips from RVers
Check cabin amenities carefully: Not all cabin camping includes standard features; inventory lists vary widely between parks. "We had full hookups (20/30/50 amp, water & sewer). There's no cable but we were able to pickup about 6 channels with our digital antenna," explains an RVer at Promised Land State Park.
Water access considerations: Sites with river or lake access may have steeper terrain. "We stayed on a lakeside electric/water site for 5 nights. It was SO BEAUTIFUL. We had SUPs and kayaks to take on the lake and our sites were right next to the boat launch. Each day we would paddle over to the swimming area on the lake," shares a camper at Keen Lake Resort.
Bring supplemental cooling or heating: Even equipped cabins may lack adequate climate control during temperature extremes. "The video posted shows the full hook-up area. The water and electric sites and tent sites were tucked away in a more wooded environment," notes a visitor to Mountain Top RV Park.
