RV camping near Bethany, Pennsylvania offers diverse camping experiences in the Pocono Mountain region where elevations range between 1,200-1,800 feet. The Delaware River creates natural boundaries for many campgrounds, providing water recreation opportunities alongside woodland camping. Summer temperatures typically reach 75-85°F during day with cooler evenings dropping to 55-65°F.
What to do
River activities: Access the Delaware River from Soaring Eagle Campground with canoe, kayak and tube rentals for day trips. "Nice campground right on the Delaware river great for fisherman, hikers also great for tubing down the Delaware or canoeing," notes one visitor to Soaring Eagle Campground.
Swimming options: Keen Lake Resort offers both lake swimming and pool access, providing flexibility for families. "My kids really loved having a pool to swim in, in addition to the lake," shares a camper who appreciates the dual swimming options.
Hiking trails: Promised Land State Park provides access to multiple trails of varying difficulty. "Hiked 2 short easy trails (Little Falls and the Conservation Nature Loop- which we drove to). Absolutely beautiful!" reports a camper at Lower Lake Campground.
Fishing spots: Multiple campgrounds offer fishing access, with Keen Lake Resort being particularly popular. "The kids caught multiple sunnies and even a small perch," mentions one visitor who enjoyed lake fishing with family.
What campers like
Large campsites: Campers frequently mention the spaciousness at Soaring Eagle Campground. "Sites are huge, plenty of room for 2+ family campers," notes one reviewer who appreciated the extra space for group camping.
Clean facilities: Keen Lake Resort Campground maintains exceptionally clean amenities. "The bathrooms were the cleanest we've ever experienced at a campground," reports a camper who was impressed with the maintenance standards.
Natural settings: Despite offering hookups and amenities, many campsites maintain wooded surroundings. "It still manages to maintain a more remote and rustic feel by preserving the trees, stream and riverfront property in a mutual state without concrete pads or driveways," explains a regular visitor to Soaring Eagle.
Family-friendly atmosphere: Organized activities keep children engaged. "They have activity coordinators that make sure there is something to do for all ages every hour of the day!" shares a seasonal camper at Keen Lake Resort.
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Coverage varies significantly by carrier and location. "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 a camper at Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South.
Seasonal operations: Many campgrounds close during winter months. Keen Lake Resort operates from April 26 to October 14, while Soaring Eagle Campground runs from May 1 to Columbus Day.
Reservation requirements: Popular campgrounds fill quickly during peak seasons. "We stayed here over 4th of July so the pool was pretty full during the weekend so we decided to utilize the lake for those days and enjoyed the pool during the week once some of the weekenders left," advises a visitor at Keen Lake.
Weather considerations: Rain can create challenging conditions at some sites. "Worst part though was when I did go and camp out for a week near the small pond part it rained and our campsite turned into a complete mud pit," warns a Keen Lake visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Skyway Camping Resort offers dedicated facilities for children. "Nice pool, this is a good family campground for kids. It's large with nice size sites," mentions a summer visitor.
Multiple recreation options: Having alternatives keeps everyone entertained regardless of weather. "This is a great place to bring an RV. Great for families. It would be a great place to camp with extended family," suggests a camper at Keen Lake.
Safety considerations: Some campgrounds provide added security measures. "The security is great and patrol to make sure quiet hours are quiet to be courteous to other campers that want quiet time," explains a seasonal camper at Keen Lake Resort.
Pet policies: Most campgrounds allow pets but have specific areas designated for them. "Pet friendly. They have a beach for swimming with your dogs," notes a visitor to Keen Lake Resort who appreciated the dedicated pet swimming area.
Tips from RVers
Highway noise concerns: Tri-State RV Park offers convenient access but with noise tradeoffs. "Located just off the highway so lots of vehicle noise 24/7. Sites are on a gravel lot," warns one RVer about the ambient noise.
Winter camping options: Limited year-round options exist for cold-weather camping. "Open during the winter. Easy on, easy off. Lots of pull through sites. CLEAN bathrooms, showers, laundry. Super nice owners," recommends a winter visitor to Tri-State RV Park.
Water pressure variations: Check pressure ratings before connecting equipment. "Best water pressure I have seen on the east coast, unregulated it's over 80 psi," cautions a camper at Timothy Lake South who recommends using regulators.
Site selection strategies: Research specific site characteristics before booking. "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," advises a visitor at Mountain Top RV Park.
