4 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Neversink River Resort and Slumberland at the River's Edge stand out among several glamping options in the Sparrow Bush, New York region. These sites offer a variety of upscale outdoor accommodations including yurts, safari-style tents, and premium glamping structures with comfortable amenities. Neversink River Resort includes electricity and water hookups in their glamping units, along with picnic tables, showers, and toilet facilities. Slumberland provides an intimate glamping experience with just four sites, each featuring electric hookups, picnic tables, and access to toilet facilities. Both locations maintain high standards for comfort while preserving a natural outdoor setting. One guest shared, "We really enjoyed our stay. The newly upgraded camp infrastructure elevated the stay, providing amenities for comfort and entertainment."
Water activities figure prominently at these glamping destinations, with many sites situated near the Delaware and Neversink Rivers. Jerry's Three River Campground features glamping yurts along with river access for kayaking, tubing, and fishing from April to October. Oakland Valley Campground provides glamping accommodations with water hookups, showers, and market access for supplies. Visitors appreciate the balance of comfort and nature these locations provide, with easy access to hiking trails and outdoor recreation in nearby areas like Stokes State Forest and High Point State Park. According to a camper, "The most beautiful campsite ever. Don't cheap out. Get the tubing package as well." Seasonal availability varies by location, with some sites operating year-round while others close during winter months.
"The staff was friendly and accommodating, and the camp store was well-stocked with essentials."
"Rafting and hiking is always a great time, and you can have a good campfire with music and a few beers and nobody is going to bother you."
from $75 - $400 / night
"Camping for summer is pretty limited to Sawmill Lake, as the other locations are for groups or winter camping."
"It is not very private/secluded as it is right by the road, but we enjoy waving at neighbors driving or walking by. Short 5-10 min walk to the restroom and water, no sinks or showers."
from $5 - $20 / night
"No pets or alcohol allowed. The campground has a pit toilet and a well. Each large campsite has a picnic table, fire pit, and lantern hook. Some sites also have a tent platform."
"So it rained during set up and it rained during take down. It stopped raining for a bit and we took a nice walk around the campsite, out to the lake and back. Then night fell and so did the rain."
from $7 - $55 / night
"Some of the sites are literally on the road - stay away from the sites on the same side of the road as the pond. "
"Lots of organized activities are closed but the stores are open via Campers App with free delivery to your site!"
from $41 - $375 / night
"Top level has a pool, showers and bathrooms with laundry area and game room. Middle level has open field with bathrooms with sinks and running water."
"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."
"great location. great scenery. full hook ups animal petting and good fishing."
"Upon arrival we had a bit of a mix up. Someone was planted in our assigned spot. After a phone call, all was ok. The farm has goats, a donkey, and a pony within the campground. Very cool."
"Traveling 10-15 miles a day, we ended our second day of paddling at Slumberland on the Rivers Edge."
"Our recent camping trip to Slumberland at the River’s Edge was truly remarkable. Despite the rainy weather, we had an amazing time."
from $170 - $250 / night
"To get there, you have to drive about 2 miles down a road away from the welcome center. This is nice because it is quiet from traffic from cars."
"The bathroom is heated and kept clean. Lots of trails to explore, including the Appalachian Trail nearby! Great experience, we'll be back!"
"The water and electric sites and tent sites were tucked away in a more wooded environment."
from $89 / night
"Tent cabins"
"There are tent sites, seasonal sites for RVs, group tent & RV sites and group/pavilion sites."
ScoutOctober leaves starting to fall makes for a very quiet, peaceful midweek evening in one of the two dispersed car camping sites. Exactly what I was hoping for - private and empty and lovely. Easy to find - two dispersed car sites are to the left at the fork in the road before the trailhead.
RangerI'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.
RangerWe camped here in our pop up for our Anniversary in November. We were impressed with the cleanliness and available amenities for the time of year we were camping in! Close proximity to DWG and PA AND NJ attractions.
TravelerAnother great experience. Sites were large. Staff was friendly with many different things for kids to do. Great base camp for local hikes.
ScoutWe reserved for a day. Very bad service. The river is super dirty and they did not even clean the trash cans. Besides, the fire ring has no grill cooking grate, so if you don’t bring your own NO GRILLING. Ryan was the person in front that took care of us, he was rude, my kids felt weird because he was not welcoming at all. Also, we try to ask for a partial refund since we did not felt comfortable since the beginning, and they said NO. We have experience camping, but this one was simply THE WORST. We lost the money but we won’t put our kids in a difficult situation. Thanks.
ScoutWe stay at a lot of Jellystone parks so have become accustomed to the park layouts and activities. This one was well maintained with clean facilities. Some things like the mini golf and fire pits needed maintenance. The pools were nice but get very busy later in the day. The sites up on the hills are nice but beware, it’s a hill! There is little to no WiFi or cell service or it gets easily bogged down, so be ready for that. Food was basic but good. Some activities like bingo were a bit chaotic and there were a lot of ground hornets around the jumping pillows. Would totally go again.
TravelerWe’ve been to Camp Taylor twice now for tent camping: September 2021 and May 2023. We stayed at the rustic tent sites both times, and there was room for 2 cars and 2 tents. Depending on how you want your setup, there are some that are more secluded and others that are close together and would be great for group camping.
The staff are all lovely and take the time to explain the rules both in-person at check-in and on the forms they provide at the time of booking. They are not hiding how seriously they take rules like quiet hours, and it will keep campers like me coming back. If you are respectful of the folks around you and especially during the posted quiet hours, you will have no problems.
The office and shop keep supply of snacks, firewood, and gifts. There are flush toilets mapped in spots of the tent sites (SUCH a pleasant surprise! I was expecting a porta-potty or vault toilet), and hot showers are available at the same complex as the office.
ScoutI spent 4 days and 3 nights with my 6th grade Girl Scouts. We were at sites 23 and 24 which worked out great because they back up against each other. The bathrooms were super clean and well maintained. There are outlets at the bathroom building by the sink to charge any electronics. The playground is adequate and the field is big for playing. There are many things to do close by too like the observatory, Round Valley beach, Grounds for Art, etc. We all really enjoyed ourselves and plan on returning.
TravelerWe 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!
The Catskill region near Sparrow Bush, New York sits along the Upper Delaware River with elevations ranging from 400 to 1,800 feet. This area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping season. The Delaware River forms a natural boundary between New York and Pennsylvania, creating a water-rich environment with multiple tributary streams flowing through forested valleys.
River activities: Access the Delaware River for tubing, kayaking, or fishing at Jerry's Three River Campground which operates from April to October. According to a camper, "The location is beautiful and about 2 hours from NYC. We have taken our children there often but I wouldn't recommend or call it family friendly."
Hiking trails: Explore over 63 miles of marked trails at Stokes State Forest including 12 miles of the Appalachian Trail. A visitor noted, "We stayed on a beautiful mossy bank, next to a river and a lake. The area was quiet and peaceful, and areas with waterfalls and great views were easily accessible."
Wildlife viewing: Observe local fauna in their natural habitat but remember proper precautions. As one camper at Stokes State Forest mentioned, "Remember, this is bear country so proper food storage is a must. Bear lockers are not provided. The area also has ticks and rattlesnakes."
Swimming: Cool off at designated swimming areas like Lake Marcia. A visitor to High Point State Park Campground shared their experience: "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."
Private waterfront sites: Many glamping options near Sparrow Bush offer direct water access. At Slumberland at the River's Edge, one camper noted, "Not near any other campers and every site is right on the water. Tons of amenities."
Natural surroundings: The forested settings provide seclusion and natural beauty. A visitor to Shotwell campground mentioned, "Nice private campground... Some RVs had their generators running all night along with a bunch of string lights they had put up were on throughout the night."
Platform tent sites: Elevated camping platforms keep tents dry at several locations. A camper at High Point State Park explained, "Each place comes with a lamp hang, a fire pit, and a picnic table. Most if not all have an elevated space to put tents or chairs."
Fishing opportunities: Multiple lakes and rivers provide excellent fishing. According to one visitor at Oakland Valley Campground, "They loved to fish and play in the river, explore the woods and ride bikes around. Quiet, family friendly and close to home!"
Varying noise levels: Some campgrounds experience significant noise during peak times. A visitor to Kittatinny Campground reported: "Busy campground no quiet time loud music till 3 in the morning. Very clean, workers very friendly and helpful but after dark no one around."
Site terrain conditions: Many sites feature uneven or rocky ground. One camper at Oakland Valley noted: "The sites were a bit difficult to back into and unlevel. Otherwise a very nice place to relax."
Limited cell service: Disconnecting is part of the experience in this rural area. A Slumberland visitor shared: "The lack of phone service was a blessing in disguise, allowing us to disconnect from technology and truly immerse ourselves in nature."
Bathroom facilities: Facility quality varies widely between campgrounds. At Stokes State Forest, a camper observed: "Clean-ish bathrooms with flush toilets, no sinks, no showers, with that awful outhouse smell."
Playground options: Pleasant Acres Farm RV Resort offers farm animals that children enjoy. A visitor mentioned: "The farm has goats, a donkey, and a pony within the campground. Very cool. Weekend was busy as usual but during the week it seems to be seasonal that stay."
Safety considerations: Be prepared for wildlife encounters and river safety. One camper at Kittatinny advised: "This place was so fun for the entire family, it wasn't that busy, so we didn't really have to worry all the time about the kids getting ran over!"
Activity planning: Schedule morning hikes before afternoon water activities when temperatures rise. A visitor to High Point State Park noted: "I spent two nights camping with my niece and this campground was perfect. The slight downside was that we had to drive between the different lakes."
Pack extra supplies: Stores are limited and often distant. A Pleasant Acres visitor warned: "A bit out here in the middle of nowhere, 15-20 minutes from any town. Make sure you have what you need!"
Site selection: Choose sites carefully based on size and access. A visitor to Mountain Top RV Park advised: "If you're booking, it may be best to book on the upper levels because the lower area where we were did flood pretty bad a couple times when there was a lot of rain."
Hookup availability: Full hookups are limited at many locations. A Pleasant Acres reviewer noted: "Large levelled spaces but a little muddy. Good for a quiet, relaxing weekend; not very close to attractions otherwise."
Access roads: Some campgrounds have challenging entry roads. A Shotwell camper mentioned: "Roads are a bit rocky but the site itself is quiet."
Weather preparation: The area experiences significant seasonal variation. A Mountain Top RV Park visitor shared: "The newly upgraded camp infrastructure elevated the stay, providing amenities for comfort and entertainment."
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