RV camping near Bushkill, Pennsylvania sits within the Pocono Mountains region where elevations range from 1,200 to 1,800 feet. Most campgrounds in this area operate on terrain that features deciduous forest with rocky soil conditions. Cell service can vary dramatically between providers, with Verizon typically offering better coverage than AT&T or T-Mobile in the mountainous sections north of Delaware Water Gap.
What to do
Disc golf course access: Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort has a full course on site. "By far my favorite campground in PA. Staff was nice & showed us to our campground, hauled our firewood, and checked in regularly to make sure we didn't need anything. Restrooms were really clean. There were endless activities from hiking to mountain biking," noted one camper.
Bike the mountain trails: At Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort, visitors can ride ski lifts to the mountain peak and bike down designated trails. "You can also Zip line or swing through the trees if you would rather. If your into Disc golf this place has that too," reports a visitor who enjoyed the adventure options.
Fishing opportunities: Robin Hill Campground offers a catch-and-release fishing pond. "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," notes one visitor. Fishing licenses are not required for private ponds, but the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission regulations apply for nearby streams.
What campers like
Level concrete pads: Stonybrook RV Resort provides premium sites with solid foundations. "The concrete pad/patio with Breeo smokeless fire pit, Adirondack chairs, and metal patio table and chairs made a great setup. Our site(F20) is level and beautiful—spacious and beautifully landscaped," notes one visitor who appreciated the stable setup.
Heated pool facilities: Pools remain a popular amenity across several parks. "We interacted with 5 members of their staff and all were welcoming and friendly to talk with. There's a heated pool behind the office/store so it's not noisy for campers at their sites," mentioned a camper at Stonybrook RV Resort who enjoyed the thoughtful pool placement.
Family activities: Appalachian Camping Resort organizes regular social events. "The campground had numerous activities set up all throughout the day and there was something for everyone. There was bingo, crafts, a vendor craft show, hot dog eating contest for adults and kids, candy scramble in the dark for adults and kids, a dj Saturday night and a live band Sunday night," shared a visitor who stayed during a holiday weekend.
What you should know
Road grade challenges: Mountain access requires careful driving planning. "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," cautioned a visitor to Stonybrook RV Resort.
Seasonal population differences: Many parks have year-round residents or seasonal campers. "We stayed at Appalachian to visit a friend who has a seasonal site. Our site was full hook up. It was a nice size and was in a good location - near the ponds, pool, office, and bathhouse - but was still quiet! The majority of seasonal sites we're clean and we'll maintained," explained one camper.
Site drainage issues: Rain can create challenging conditions at some parks. "Sites are pretty big and clean. 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," mentioned a visitor at Robin Hill Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several parks maintain play areas for children. "Although they do have sites for tents, this seems to be better suited for RVers and renting cabins. Many of the people we met during our stay are regulars. There is an outdoor pool which is open seasonally, an arcade, a playground for children, and a catch and release lake for fishing," noted a family who stayed at Robin Hill Campground.
Frisbee golf for kids: Blue Mountain offers Frisbee golf as a family activity. "This campground is called Robin HILL for a reason. You will get you exercise walking to the pond, pool, capstone or basketball courts. The playground was luckily right across from us up on the hill. They also have a Frisbee golf course on site," mentioned a family that appreciated the recreational options.
Pool temperature consideration: Village Scene Park provides kid-friendly pool features. "We enjoyed our time here and would try again but in the lower level. The pool was very nice and refreshing. I liked how the kid area wrapped around and connected to the deeper end," shared a parent who enjoyed the pool design.
Tips from RVers
Watch the entrance turns: Multiple RV parks in the region have challenging entrances. "This place is in super condition—everything works as it's supposed to and is clean and maintained. I made it without problems, but it wasn't easy in a 45' motorhome towing a Jeep," explained an RVer at Stonybrook RV Resort.
Check site width before booking: Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South has tight spacing between some sites. "Sites are long but narrow. Best water pressure I have seen on the east coast, unregulated it's over 80 psi. Cell service is ok. Verizon is 25 down 10 up. Tmobile is unusable," warned an RVer who tested the connections.
Cell service varies dramatically: Connectivity issues affect most parks in the region. "When we arrived we were surprised at how many seasonal campsites there were. Definitely a beautiful campground. Staff are great and responsive. 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," reported a recent visitor to Timothy Lake South.
