Cabin camping in the Pocono Mountains region near Albrightsville offers options from rustic rentals to full-amenity lodging across multiple state parks and private campgrounds. Elevation ranges from 1,300 to 2,200 feet, creating varied camping conditions with cooler nights even in summer months. Most cabin facilities in this area operate seasonally with limited winter availability outside of Scotrun.
What to do
Boulder field exploration: 16 acres of rock formation at Hickory Run State Park, accessible via a 3-mile hiking trail or direct drive from the campground. "The Boulder Fields are one of the coolest places I've ever visited, partially because they were so unexpected. Don't twist an ankle, but you can play hide and seek to an extent as there are small depressions in the fields," notes a visitor at Hickory Run State Park Campground.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple stocked ponds available at several campgrounds with varying catch rates. "There is a pond for fishing however we didn't have any luck. It had a lot of pond scum and there were a lot of duck families around," reports a camper from Robin Hill Campground.
Mountain biking: Rentals and trail access from certain campgrounds with lift services available seasonally. According to one visitor at Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort, "If you choose adventure this is the place for you, ride the ski lifts up to the top of the mountain then you get to bike down it, they have rental bikes available or bring your own."
Disc golf: Multiple course options with varying difficulty levels throughout the region. "If your into Disc golf this place has that too," mentions a Blue Mountain RV Resort reviewer about the on-site course.
What campers like
Seasonal activities: Organized holiday events provide structured entertainment at several parks. "We were here on Mother's Day weekend and the activity director organized a nice continental breakfast, free chair massages, and raffled off manicure and pedicures. They had an art activity for the children, BINGO on Friday night, and a live band on Saturday night," explains a visitor to Robin Hill Campground.
Privacy options: Sites with varying seclusion levels from wooded to open field camping. One camper at Pocono Point notes, "If you want a really private area head up to their hilltop sites which are tent-only and have lots of space with a decent view."
Clean facilities: Modern bathhouses available at most campgrounds with varying quality. "The bathroom and showers were clean and adequate. The sites were not too close together," reports a Hickory Run State Park visitor.
Creek access: Waterfront sites at select campgrounds for enhanced nature experience. "My favorite spots are the tent-only sites along the creek. They are peaceful and separate from the RV area," states a Pocono Point camper.
What you should know
Site conditions vary widely: Many campgrounds have uneven terrain requiring additional leveling equipment. "We were in the outer loop far from the rest of the campground and they only had ports potties and hand sanitizer. I wish we had been on the inner loop for the bathrooms," explains a Hickory Run State Park reviewer.
Limited cell service: Coverage varies significantly between campgrounds and providers. At Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South, one camper reports, "Cell service is awful for AT&T and our T-Mobile gateway. Had to move to a new site to get away from the trees to get starlink connectivity."
Seasonal operating schedules: Most facilities close between late October and April with limited exceptions. "This is a first-come, first-serve park in the Thousand Trails system so we had to drive around looking for a spot. The check-in process alerted us to the sites that had issues such as no water or cable," notes a visitor to Thousand Trails Timothy Lake North.
Bear activity: Food storage regulations strictly enforced throughout the region. "Be aware that this area has a high bear population and all campers are required to keep food items in their vehicles or trailers when not at the site," warns a Hickory Run State Park camper.
Tips for camping with families
Playground assessment: Facilities vary widely between campgrounds with significant quality differences. "The playground was luckily right across from us up on the hill. They also have a Frisbee golf course on site," mentions a Robin Hill camper.
Swimming options: Pools and natural areas with different rules and seasonal availability. "The pool was very nice and refreshing. I liked how the kid area wrapped around and connected to the deeper end," notes a Robin Hill Campground visitor.
Educational opportunities: Nature centers provide interactive learning experiences. "The visitors center boasts the most modern updates and a truly lovely interactive museum displaying the history and current wildlife of the park," explains a Stonybrook RV Resort visitor.
Kid-friendly hiking trails: Several options rated from easy to moderate with waterfall access points. "We found the 2 trails we hiked - Hawk Falls and Shades of Death trails - where were rated 'more difficult' were not bad to hike at all. We hiked both with your 2 large dogs," reports a Hickory Run visitor.
Tips from RVers
Entrance challenges: Several parks have steep access roads requiring careful navigation. "Just one thing— the entrance made for a challenging entry up a steep grade, narrow roadway, and sharp turn in. I made it without problems, but it wasn't easy in a 45' motorhome towing a Jeep," cautions a Stonybrook RV Resort visitor.
Water pressure considerations: Bring regulators for parks with high PSI. "Best water pressure I have seen on the east coast, unregulated it's over 80 psi," warns a Timothy Lake South camper.
Site selection priorities: Look for pull-throughs when available or request assistance. "No issues navigating my 32' coach through the roads. There were a number of spots that could have easily fit our rig although a few would have been too tight," explains a Timothy Lake reviewer.
Seasonal site differences: Transient sites often smaller than permanent locations. "You can't tell you about restroom as I have my own, but they do have. Nice lake for fishing. About an hour from a motorbike riding park," notes a Robin Hill visitor regarding their experience in a temporary site.
