Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Delaware Lake
Cross Creek Camping Resort's pet policy welcomes dogs at tent sites, RV spots, and cabins with well-maintained grounds and clean facilities. The resort features spacious campsites with grassy areas, shade trees, and fire pits ideal for pet owners. Alum Creek State Park Campground provides wooded sites with good privacy between camping areas, creating natural spaces for dogs to rest while leashed. Most campsites in the Delaware Lake region require pets to remain on leashes no longer than 6 feet when outside vehicles or tents. Campground bathrooms and shower facilities maintain good cleanliness standards despite high traffic during summer weekends. Sites are relatively level with adequate space for tents and RVs, though some premium sites offer more room for pets to relax. Local campgrounds are searchable through The Dyrt's listings.
The Sunbury/Columbus North KOA Holiday maintains a small but immaculate dog park area where pets can exercise off-leash. Hiking trails near Delaware Lake accommodate leashed pets, with several campgrounds providing direct access to walking paths suitable for dog walks. Mount Gilead State Park Campground operates year-round for campers with pets seeking off-season camping options. Tree Haven Campground restricts alcohol but permits pets at their RV sites with electric hookups and shower facilities available from May through November. During summer months, campers should monitor ground temperatures that can harm dog paws on hot days. The private campgrounds typically charge additional pet fees ranging from $2-5 per night per animal, while state parks include pets in the standard camping rate.
