Best Tent Camping near Catawissa, PA

Recent Tent Reviews near Catawissa, Pennsylvania

629 Reviews of 18 Catawissa Campgrounds

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  Kellyann M.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 8, 2019

  Yogi At Shangri-La On the Creek

  Fun weekend

  My family of 4 tent camped here for the weekend. Everyone at this campground was so friendly and nice. The staff really tried to make our stay comfortable. I noticed there was always a staff member driving around in a golf cart, checking on things. The bathrooms were very clean and maintained the whole weekend. The firewood sold at the camp store was only$5 for a large bundle and burned very well. Some campgrounds seem to sell "wet" wood that is hard to light. My only negative comment would be this is more of an RV park. If you do tent camp you should know you will be out in the open, no trees around your site and NO privacy. I will say the tent sites are huge and you can park 2 cars at each one. We made the best of it. We stayed in site 404

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  Danielle F.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 13, 2021

  Blue Rocks Family Campground

  Family Campground with great hiking

  We have been to blue rocks twice for tent camping and it is one on my favorite campgrounds. The tent sites are separated from the RVs and are very large sites, so you have some space from your neighbors. There are hiking trails right from the campground to access the Pinnacle, Pulpit rock and Appalachian trail. The boulder field in the campground is great, too. We loved hanging out on the boulders in the morning, or star watching from them in the evening. The only con was that the water is a bit of a walk from the tents. It could be imporoved by adding even a simple water spicket closer to the tents.

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  Dave R.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 1, 2019

  Jim Thorpe Camping Resort

  Decent campground in a wonderful location

  On the surface the campground is average. The secret it packs is the great town in which it shares it's name. You are 5 minutes from the wonderful town of Jim Thrope. Can't say the campground offers too much other than the basic campground experience. Though if coupled that with the opportunity to experience Jim Thrope, it sets the Jim Thrope Camping Resort apart. 

  My son, brother, and nephew tent camped. The tent sites are not very defined, level or rock free. Makes it fun searching for a good position within the site, kinda like roughing it in the actual wild... so not really a complaint. Sites are not very private or secluded. I could personally use a bit more privacy, not enough to be a deal breaker. Bathhouses are rougher, but usable and not dirty per se. Just rustic. 

  A major pro is access to the Switchback Trail from the campground. A wonderfully scenic trail.

  Overall I would and plan on returning.

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  Marvin D.

  Guide

  

  May. 18, 2021

  Blue Rocks Family Campground

  Large campground in Pennsylvania near the AT

  "Rocksylvania". According to hikers on the AT, this is what they call Pennsylvania, as they hike through this section of the state. And Blue Rocks Campground doesn't dissapoint.

  This campground sits in the woods and rolling hills just below the Appalachian Trail. Nice huge campground. The RV sites are mainly situated at the botom section, and the tent camping is pretty much on the upper portion of the site. The tent sites are pretty spacious. There are also places to buy wood nearby (very economically priced) and the campground sells it also. Worse comes to worse, there is a lot of forage wood on the site as well.

  There are plenty of hiking trails, and a "yellow blaze" trail that leads directly to the Appalachian trail (AT). Take a hike up to "Pinnacle Rock" on the AT, and you can catch a nice view. There are rattlesnakes and Copperheads in the area, so be sure to act like you've got some sense.

  And not to be missed is the "Blue Rocks" river of rocks, which is situated on the campground, and the reason the site got its name.

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  Samantha M.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 14, 2019

  Lake Glory Campground

  Nice, but outdated

  A little outdated, but staff was very friendly. Park is kinda boring for kids. If I were them I’d add new stuff to playground and clean up the tent sites more. Tent sites are pretty rocky. I was pretty upset that our camp site had not been mowed. The grass was pretty tall. Overall we enjoyed our stay though.

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  Debbie P.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 12, 2018

  Allentown KOA

  Allentown Koa

  This campground is nestled in rhe mountains of Pennsylvania. This campgound is family oriented, it has a pool, a store, a game room. They also do things for different holidays. There is showers and bathrooms a crick goes through the campground. Therebis pull thru sites, tent sites and cabins.

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  Laura E.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 11, 2022

  Hickory Run State Park Campground

  Large sites and great hiking

  Beautifully maintained park. Great sites. Clean bath houses. Great hiking spot. We tent camped in November so it very very cold.

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  Aaron W.

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 12, 2021

  Pioneer Campground

  Words Can’t Describe

  3 Of The Best Tent Camping Sites, Nice Hiking Trail All Woods And Nice Store, Not Very Clean Bathrooms But Still Very Nice For A Real Camper

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  Joe B.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 9, 2019

  Blue Rocks Family Campground

  Fun to stay and hike

  Title says it all. Great place to tent camp and go hiking. I took my girlfriend there and now she's my wife! Coincidence? Maybe, maybe not!

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  Lawrence D.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 19, 2022

  Ferryboat Campsites

  Typical tent camping

  They offer the typical tent camping environment, mostly out in an open field and good walk to showers/head. Other than that was enjoyable place to stay.

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  Samantha M.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 14, 2019

  Red Rock Mountain Campground

  Quaint

  We camped at Red Rock as couples. We stayed in primitive tent sites which you had to hike into. They were very private. We enjoyed our stay.

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  Robert T.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 5, 2022

  Locust Lake State Park Campground

  Always nice

  I’ve tent camped here many times over the years and always had a pleasant experience. I always choose to go over the dam and camp there. It’s always quieter because there are less children on that side. The beach is the opposite side of the lake.

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  Casey R.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 24, 2018

  Pioneer Campground

  Friendly and fun!

  Pioneer Campground in Dushore Pa is a nice, family friendly place to camp. They are located back in the woods off of route 220 just far enough away to eliminate all road noise yet close enough that making a supply run is easy. They have a pool, soccer/ baseball field and many family friendly activities. They also have a few trails for hiking. The staff is friendly and outgoing and enhance the camping experience. They also have a reasonably priced store for general purpose items and Campground apparel. They have camper sites as well as tent sites. The only downside we found is if you’re camping in the tent site and it rains heavily a good portion of these sites flood and fill with water. Be sure to place your tent accordingly. Overall we would definately camp at pioneer campground again.

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  Darrien K.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 15, 2018

  Ricketts Glen State Park Campground

  Absolute coolest place for summer activities in PA

  Rickett's Glen itself has great camping and amenities with cool tent sites and also cabins and it's located next to gorgeous Lake Jean and the ever so fun waterfalls hike. Sullivan County as a whole has so much adventure and fun to offer!

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  KK

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 31, 2020

  Ravensburg State Park Campground

  Great little park low-key campers

  Tent camped here one night, perfect for a quick little stopover. As other reviewers mention, it’s right near a road so you hear car (and horse & buggy!) noise — would try to get a spot further away from the road if possible. Pretty clean bathroom, easy self-registration process, and not too many folks!

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  Grace G.

  Traveler

  

  May. 17, 2021

  Ricketts Glen State Park Campground

  Spectacular Hiking

  Stayed in a tent site. Wooded areas. Private and quiet. Great, challenging hiking trails with over 1000 feet elevation change. Beautiful views!! Lake is well maintained though no lifeguard was present. Bathrooms were cleaner during the morning hours as this state park gets VERY busy.

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  Mike S.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 25, 2020

  Camp A While

  Quite camp

  Nice and quite campground, owners were amazing and very accommodating. Only power sites were all gravel. Could use some grass tent sites with power. Other then that this place was very quite, owners helped haul firewood to our campsite so we didn't have to carry it.

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  Maggie H.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 7, 2018

  Blue Rocks Family Campground

  Family Campground

  Great campground with lots of amenities. The staff was friendly, the store had essentials and more, and there was great hiking right from the grounds. Our site was a little rocky so he prepared with a good mat/mattress if tent camping. Our site was on a little stream which was relaxing. All around great private campground.

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  Becky C.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 13, 2019

  Hickory Run State Park Campground

  Beautiful

  My brother and I took our kids here a few years ago for tent camping in August. The campground wasn’t very crowded and the sites were a decent size, we easily put two tents on our site. The bathhouse we used was a bit lacking and not really big enough for the amount of people it needed to handle. Lots to do in the area if you do your research.

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  Marlaina M.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 28, 2019

  Sandy Valley Campground

  Small, but busy

  Went in April so it was still chilly. Camps sites are a bit close together, but still clean. Was busy even for that time of year, especially he tent sites. Can get a little noisy with how close you your neighbors can be, but not a bad experience overall.

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  Darrien K.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 15, 2018

  Blue Mountain Lakes

  Fun place for kids and adults alike

  There are two fun ponds where you can rent boats, go fishing, and swim. There's walking paths around the lakes. The tent sites are rustic and in the woods by a creek. The RV sites are more exposed. There's a bar and restaurant and also an arcade. Overall great place.

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  Debbie H.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 1, 2021

  Bodnarosa Campground

  Quiet, Friendly Campground

  This is our 3rd year renting a cabin here. The cabins are clean and affordable, with plenty of room for two people and a doggo. There are 15 cabins, and plenty of RV sites and Tent sites. The staff have always been extremely friendly and accommodating, and Inwould recommend this Campground to anyone.

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  Emma T.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 8, 2021

  Mauch Chunk Lake Park

  Great first experience!

  Our first time tent camping was here and it set a great tone. We set up the tent, kayaked on the lake, cooked up some dinner, watched a strawberry super moon rise over the lake, went to bed, woke up to make some breakfast and then we were off to go rafting on the Lehigh river 10 minutes away. Note for next time: we will definitely be getting a lake front site for the awesome view!

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  Asher K.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 29, 2023

  AT/Bypass Trail Split Primitive Campground

  Tent option near AT shelter

  This is a small grassy primitive camping site that is shortly before you get to the AT shelter if you are headed north. It would work well if you are tent camping on the AT but want to be near the shelter. Otherwise, it appears to be less used than some of the other sites since the grass has grown more and the fire ring is less developed.

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  Carolyn M.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 11, 2018

  Ricketts Glen State Park Campground

  Beautiful waterfalls; large lake; great campsites

  I love this campground and have stayed there in both the summer and the Fall. We kayak on the lake ( our own kayaks, but at a beginner level). The Falls Trail is challenging and beautiful, especially in Autumn, and can also be accessed with appropriate ice gear during the Winter. We love to tent camp and choose campsites by the lake. It is a State Park; it’s clean; I feel safe. No alcohol.

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  Debbie H.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 6, 2021

  Moyers Grove Campground

  Nice Campground

  We drove to several campgrounds in the NE PA area for future reference. This was by far the nicest one we visited. There were plenty of sites with full hookup, some tent sites with electric, and a beautiful creek that ran along the lower sites. I would definitely stay here for a few days, although there seems to be plenty full timers here.

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  Ashley T.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 25, 2020

  Riverside Campground & Riverside Roadhouse

  Relaxing Camping

  I would recommend this campground. It's very peaceful and relaxing. Tent site was a good size. We had water and electric. Pricing was reasonable. The pool was very nice.. along side the river is nuce to be by.. Campground employees as well as other campers were a delight to be around. It's neat that there is a restaurant in the campground too.