Within Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Bushkill Creek Boat In Campsite provides the sole camping option on the Pennsylvania side of the recreation area's S-bend in Zone 4. This National Park Service site requires boat access and sits along forested terrain near the creek.
The campsite features a fire ring and ample tent space, though campers should note the absence of a privy facility. A moderately steep path connects the river landing to the camping area. The immediate water access presents rocky, shallow conditions that limit swimming opportunities, while Peters sits across the water on the New Jersey side. The $16 site offers solitude as the only option in this zone, though some noise may carry across from neighboring campsites on the opposite shore.
Description
Below are some important things to know about camping at river campsites within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Camping is limited to one night in each location To use a river campsite, the total river miles traveled must be at least 14 miles for a one-night trip, at least 26 miles for a two-night trip, and at least 34 miles for a three-night trip. If you are leaving a vehicle in a National Park Service parking lot overnight, you must register your information with the park emergency operations center here. If you are unable to use our registration system, please call the park Emergency Operations office at: 570-426-2457. (Note: This line is monitored 24/7 and should only be used when unable to register online or for emergencies) Small fires are only permitted in existing fire grates. Use dead and down wood only. Cutting standing trees is not permitted.
Pack out all trash to include all food and food waste. Please use soaps sparingly. Soap should be dumped on well-drained soil away from water sources. Do not urinate or defecate within 100 feet of any river or stream. Fecal material, including pet waste, must be buried at least 6 inches deep and at least 300 feet away from water. Quiet hours are 10:00 pm to 6:00 am. Loud audio devices and fireworks are prohibited.
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Location
Public CampgroundBushkill Creek Boat In Campsite — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is located in Pennsylvania
Coordinates
41.0918 N
74.993 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonNo Coverage
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Fires
Drive Time
- 57 min from Scranton, PA
- 59 min from Allentown, PA
- 1 hr 4 min from Kiryas Joel, NY
- 1 hr 30 min from New York, NY
