Glamping near Conyngham, Pennsylvania offers camping alternatives across several state parks and private resorts within the surrounding Pocono Mountain region. The area sits at approximately 1,300 feet elevation in Luzerne County, where campers can expect significant temperature fluctuations between day and night even during summer months. Most camping locations operate from April through October with limited winter availability at select parks.
What to do
Boulder field exploration: Visit Hickory Run State Park to see the remarkable 16.5-acre boulder field formed during the last ice age. "Boulders everywhere! Big ones, small ones, run (carefully) across them all! Beyond the Boulder field is a vast, scary, unknown," notes one visitor who gave the experience five stars.
Waterfall hiking: The Falls Trail at Ricketts Glen State Park features 22 named waterfalls along a moderate 4-mile loop. "We saw 18 of them on a four-mile moderate hike, but if you want to see the additional four, you could make it a seven-mile hike. The trails are very well marked," explains one reviewer who hiked the main trail system.
Creek wading: Many campgrounds offer stream access for cooling off during hot summer days. At Lake Glory Campground, "We love the creek side sites! Kids can wade in the water to cool off while parents are chatting and cooking just few feet away," according to one repeat visitor.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained bathhouses as a highlight at many parks. At Stonybrook RV Resort, "Shower/bathrooms are the best I've ever seen," reports a winter visitor, while others note the "meticulously clean" grounds throughout the property.
Spacious sites: Several campgrounds near Conyngham provide generous camping areas. At Jim Thorpe Camping Resort, "We stayed in site 20. Easy to back in. Didn't need leveling blocks as our site was nice and level," mentions a reviewer, although experiences vary depending on specific site location within the campground.
Budget-friendly activities: The area offers several no-cost or low-cost recreation options. Knoebels Amusement Park near Lake Glory Campground has free admission with pay-per-ride options. "There's a shuttle to Knoebels with the mighty Phoenix. The best wooden coaster on the planet. Also, don't miss The Old Mill Ice Cream. The best Ice Cream on the planet! Did I mention that there's no parking or admission fees at Knoebels?"
What you should know
Campsite privacy varies significantly: Site spacing and privacy fluctuate widely between and within campgrounds. At Blue Rocks Family Campground, "It's great to be able to camp without getting stuck near an RV with its hookups running," says a tent camper, but notes "the ground was wonky on our site" after tree removal.
Cell service limitations: Many camping areas have limited or non-existent cell coverage. At Tuscarora State Park, a visitor noted you can "be disconnected, literally because there is no service," while another mentioned at Ricketts Glen State Park there's "no service (Verizon)."
Bear safety protocols: The region has an active black bear population requiring proper food storage. At Hickory Run State Park, "We were warned to be cautious about leaving food out as there have been some bear sightings," and all campers "are required to keep food items in their vehicles or trailers when not at the site."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds feature play areas for children. Allentown KOA has "2 different playgrounds and a pool that could use some updating," while Tuscarora State Park includes "a playground for kids to play in that is well maintained."
Kid-friendly hiking trails: Choose appropriate trails based on children's abilities. At Ricketts Glen, "There are various trails for all skill levels, and pets are welcome!" while Hickory Run offers trails rated from easy to difficult with some visitors finding that trails rated "more difficult" were "not bad to hike at all."
Water recreation options: Several sites offer swimming areas perfect for families with children. Mauch Chunk Lake Park features "nice beach area and lake to kayak" with "direct lake access for paddleboarding and swimming in clear waters."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require extra work for leveling. At Jim Thorpe Camping Resort, one camper noted "the only reason I didn't give this 5 stars is because our site wasn't level and it took hours to get it right."
Entrance difficulties: Certain campgrounds have challenging access points. Stonybrook RV Resort has "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."
Electric options: Most campgrounds offer electric hookups, but amperage varies. Allentown KOA provides 50-amp service with pull-through sites described as "super convenient" where "the gravel site was level, so I didn't even have to unhook from my truck."
