RV camping near Avoca, Pennsylvania offers multiple options within 30-40 miles of the city. Tucked between the Pocono and Endless Mountains, this region experiences average summer temperatures around 80°F, making May through October the primary camping season. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area's valleys and ridges, with Verizon typically providing better coverage than AT&T in more remote locations.
What to do
Kayaking on Delaware River: Soaring Eagle Campground provides direct river access with rental equipment available. "Nice campground right on the Delaware river great for fisherman, hikers also great for tubing down the Delaware or canoeing," notes Mike S.
Mountain biking trails: Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort connects to extensive trail systems. "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," explains Lois.
Seasonal activities: Frances Slocum State Park Campground offers both summer and fall recreation opportunities. "The park has great hiking spots, a local pool, and a lake that you can rent boats or kayak on," reports Lexi.
What campers like
Lake access for water sports: Keen Lake Resort Campground features multiple water recreation options. "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 Shannon C.
Fall color viewing: Thousand Trails Scotrun provides seasonal landscape changes. "We came in at end of season, so pretty much everything seems closed. But, it's a beautiful campground and the part of PA is great too," notes Kasey M.
Spacious, private sites: Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort offers more secluded camping options. "Grounds are well kept and rather large open field type camping with trees all around the outside," according to Lois.
What you should know
Wet conditions in certain areas: Frances Slocum State Park has drainage issues at some sites. "The site we stayed on was a swamp! It was terrible, I called the park office and they assured me the site was fine for tents it was NOT. Plenty of other great sites but several butt up against standing water," warns Erin M.
Variable cell service: Timothy Lake South RV has spotty connectivity depending on carrier. "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," reports Nick E.
Campground access challenges: Stonybrook RV Resort has a difficult entrance for larger vehicles. "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," explains Matt S.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Soaring Eagle Campground provides family-friendly amenities. "I have been there on busy holiday weekends where it was full but still peaceful and private with a great community of campers and on weekdays and off weekends when it felt as if I had the river to myself," shares Nichole P.
Kid-friendly facilities: Keen Lake Resort offers organized children's programming. "They have activity coordinators that make sure there is something to do for all ages every hour of the day! The security is great and patrol to make sure quiet hours are quiet," notes Mike H.
Playground options: Timothy Lake South provides recreational facilities for various ages. "Campground was clean, staff was friendly, sites were decent. My kids explored the playground and found it sufficient," states Ashley O.
Tips from RVers
Water pressure considerations: Timothy Lake South has unusually high pressure at hookups. "Best water pressure I have seen on the east coast, unregulated it's over 80 psi," cautions Don C.
Site spacing variations: Moyers Grove Campground offers different site layouts. "The sites were a nice size and were well shaded. The campground was quiet and peaceful. Be advised that there was no cell service or internet for AT&T users. Make sure you have a LONG water hose," advises Becca U.
Premium site amenities: Clayton Park RV Escape provides upgraded facilities. "A well run, well staffed, facilities are excellent. Will return," says Robert H., highlighting the consistently positive experience among RV campers seeking full-hookup sites near Avoca.
