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Camping here for many years and still love it here got it all camping trails water fall trail and lake.
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Tobyhanna State Park Campground offers cabin accommodations with sites located near a scenic lake where visitors can enjoy water activities. The cabins provide electric hookups including fifty-amp and thirty-amp options, though not all sites include drinking water access. Most cabin sites include picnic tables and fire rings, with fires permitted throughout the camping areas. Facilities include showers, toilets, and sanitary dump stations for longer stays. "Site 132 is the hardest to get with good reason! Secluded, dog friendly, and you have your very own nature trail to the lake," noted one visitor about their cabin experience at Tobyhanna.
Promised Land State Park maintains two distinct cabin areas - Pickerel Point Campground and Lower Lake Campground Beechwood Area - both offering rustic cabin accommodations with varied amenities. Most state park cabins require reservations well in advance, especially during the peak season from April through October. While rustic cabins typically provide basic shelter and electricity, private campgrounds like Hemlock Campground & Cottages and Mount Pocono Campground offer more furnished options with additional amenities. According to one camper, "The campsites are nice. Most spots are pretty private," though cabin privacy levels vary considerably between locations.
Cabins typically provide beds but guests should bring their own linens, pillows, and sleeping bags. Cooking facilities vary significantly between locations - some offer only outdoor fire rings with grates, while others include indoor kitchenettes with basic appliances. Several campgrounds like Keen Lake Resort and Otter Lake Camp Resort maintain on-site markets where basic supplies can be purchased. Firewood is available at select locations including Mount Pocono Campground. Bathrooms may be shared central facilities or, in more premium cabins, private attached units. Pet policies differ considerably, with some state park cabins prohibiting pets entirely while others designate specific pet-friendly units.
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1. Tobyhanna State Park Campground
"This place only gets 4 stars because I thought we were going to have water and electric hook ups. They only have 2 kinds of sites, modern electric (only electric) and primitive."
"We stayed at Site 113, which had plenty of space on the right side of the campsite for two large tents, with enough room to park two vehicles as well."
4 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $43 / night
2. Pickerel Point Campground — Promised Land State Park
"Great lake camping...Tent-Cabin. Watch the local roads for potholes"
"Well I'm staying at promise land state park for the 3 rd time it's a great place to visit and camp out or with your RV or Pop Up ."
2 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $44 / night
3. Hickory Run State Park Campground
"We took the short drive to Hawk Falls Trail and also completed the Orchard Trail Loop."
"Come with fire pit, parking spot, picnic table, flush toilet, running water. Competitive pricing."
61 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $72 / night
4. Keen Lake Resort Campground
"That said we had plenty of space, it was just very close to the next site. We were on the far side of the lake which is not really within walking distance of the beach, pool and store."
"I LOVED this campground, it is a private campground owned by a family. They own a large portion of the lakefront and have both a people beach and a dog beach so the dogs can enjoy swimming as well."
5. Mount Pocono Campground
"Pocono Campground in the Poconos, Pennsylvania is a very active and fun vacation vacation destination! There are lots of amenities for every family member and the staff is friendly and welcoming."
"This is a great site, it has running water, it’s clean, it has entertainment, and you can get close with your loved ones."
Check Availabilityfrom $54 / night
6. Hemlock Campground & Cottages
"Family friendly campground with many activities incl. playground, games, karaoke, bingo nights etc. the tent sites are spacious each with own picnic table and fire pit."
"The bathhouse is always clean and has hot water available at all times. We were just there and cannot wait to return again next year. The owners are very nice, helpful, and always available."
7. Lower Lake Campground Beechwood Area — Promised Land State Park
"I stayed at the Beechwood location at the Promised Land state park and despite the constant rain, it was quiet and peaceful. You could only ever hear the wildlife ."
"Went camping in late October, when a lot of the other parks are closed. Only one section of their camping was still open but the bathrooms and showers had been winterized."
Check Availabilityfrom $27 - $29 / night
8. Lackawanna State Park Campground
"We like Lackawanna State Park. This is the place we camped when we moved to PA. It has signts that are very wooded. "
"Our only complaint was the lack of active enforcement of quiet hours — otherwise there would be no complaints."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $90 / night
10. Otter Lake Camp Resort
"Otter lake has every amenity imaginable super clean swimming beach beautiful lake with boat rentals available. Tons of activities for kids and adults. Indoor pool with 2 hot tubs even a dry sauna."
"Otter Lake Campground was one of the best campgrounds we went to.... pros and cons Pros- Beautiful Lake with fishing & boating -Pools indoor and outdoor -Great playgrounds -Great biking even a trail"
Drive Time
- 14 min from Scranton, PA
- 1 hr 3 min from Allentown, PA
- 1 hr 4 min from Binghamton, NY
- 1 hr 22 min from Kiryas Joel, NY
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Cabin Reviews near Covington, PA
724 Reviews of 87 Covington Campgrounds
Nancy W.
LegendHickory Run State Park Campground
Peaceful State Park Camping in the Fall
This is a large campground with a wide array of campsites so be careful attention when you book online, especially if you have a pet because some sites are not pet-friendly. Some are 50-amp full hook-up and some are primitive with no hook-ups.
There is a nice nature center with interesting interpretive exhibits and lots of informational brochures including ones about the hiking trails, bears, scat and tracks of local animals, and fishing. Our site was at the edge of the campground and backed up to Route 534 which resulted in a bit of road noise at our site. Other than the road noise the campground was pretty quiet and was not very crowded when we camped there in October.
Not all sites are level and we happened to book one that was not and we had to live with a slant for our stay. The roads in the park are gravel/dirt and since it rained the day we arrived the roads were a muddy mess which made the roads slippery and there were lots of potholes. Unfortunately, some campers were disrespectful and left bags of trash in the fire pit and scattered around their site which was totally unnecessary because there were dumpsters plenty of dumpsters in the campground. Since we camped at Hickory Run late in the season, there were no camp hosts and the trash never got picked up.
The campground is open from mid-April to mid-December; however, the shower facilities and dump station are not available after the third week of October so plan accordingly. We really like the hiking trails which are of varying degrees of difficulty and lengths. The Hawk Falls is a nice easy walk (1.4 miles round-trip) to a waterfall but is extremely popular so don’t think you will be admiring the falls alone. The parking lot at this trail head fills up fast so you better get there early if you want to get a spot.
You can enter the park from two different directions. If you have a big-rig, it is best to approach from the east side. We made the mistake of coming in from the west side as we dropped down from I-80 and came down 534 and the road was really windy with no shoulder. Luckily, there was very little traffic so we could go 10 mph and safely navigate the roads.
Be aware alcohol is not allowed in PA state parks. This park does allow hunting in certain sections of the park. The no-hunting areas are clearly marked with white no hunting signs on trees and you can also pick up a brochure from the office that designates hunting and no-hunting sections.
SkywaystoHighways.com Y.LegendRicketts Glen State Park Campground
Beautiful Falls!
What a great campground! We stayed here on a recommendation from a friend after the Overland Expo. Great hiking trails and the falls were absolutely breathtaking. Truly enjoyed our stay and plan to return!
- WWill W.Guide
Lackawanna State Park Campground
Car camping
Stayed October 14 without reservations because website showed lots of availability. Office was closed (M-F 8-4) so submitted honor system envelope with cash and stayed at Site 041 on Carpenter loop. Shower building was a short walk and was spacious enough. Water temp didn’t quite reach hot but was warm enough.
Electric kept on tripping breaker.
Daniel C.
ScoutHillside Campgrounds
Stay away... Unless you like 70 y/o men acting like high schoolers
This clothing-optional campground has a highly toxic, intrusive, and vindictive environment. During my stay, the seasonal permanent residents('perms') subjected me to intense harassment, inappropriate sexual advances, and severe social retaliation/rumor-spreading when those advances were rejected. The situation escalated to the point where an employee had to intervene for my safety. Furthermore, despite management allowing my photo to be taken in costume at a party, I was intentionally blocked from the community group where the photos were posted, leaving me unable to monitor how my image was being used. Avoid this place if you value your privacy, personal boundaries, and safety.
Thomas B.
RangerNeversink River Resort
Cool Riverside Campground
I'll start by saying this is a site-specific review (C20). I booked using Campspot and didn't select my own site but put in the criteria for my rig (30ft TT plus truck) and got a 50A back-in spot. The site was big but abnormal. Between the picnic table placement and the trees, I ended up right around 50ft from the electric and water, and the water spigot was so low I could barely put on my camco filter. With the uneven dirt roads, I had to unhitch with my truck in a gigantic puddle (lol). The site was otherwise fine aside from my gate code not working on Day 2. As for the campground as a whole, I thought it was pretty unique place by the river that offered several good amenities and activities, like downstream river tubing, an arcade, bathroom/shower facilities, a small store, little trails, and more. I would say this place borders the more primitive side.
Kathy L.RangerHickory Run State Park Campground
Beautiful forest
Gorgeous forested area in the Poconos. We stayed on the Rattlesnake Loop which was lovely. Sites not super private but most nestled in trees. The only bummer was that that Campground Loop didn’t have any direct links to the trail network and was far from it. The other Campground Loop was closer to trails and office. Would return!
Sue B.RangerDelaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA
Great off season camping
We camped here in our pop up for our Anniversary in November. We were impressed with the cleanliness and available amenities for the time of year we were camping in! Close proximity to DWG and PA AND NJ attractions.
- Sue B.Ranger
Pickerel Point Campground — Promised Land State Park
Great cabins!
We booked a cabin at the last minute and were pleasantly surprised that the cabin had heat and electricity! It was very close to the awesome heated bathroom also! We were also able to catch a beautiful sunset! Great camp all around!
Guide to Covington
Cabin camping near Covington, Pennsylvania offers rustic getaways in the Pocono Mountains region at elevations ranging from 1,200 to 1,800 feet. The dense forest areas throughout northeastern Pennsylvania create natural shade cover for many woodland cabin sites. Winter temperatures can drop below 10°F while summer averages 72-80°F during peak camping season.
What to do
Hiking nearby trails: Promised Land State Park features several accessible hiking paths with varying difficulty levels. "We hiked 2 short easy trails (Little Falls and the Conservation Nature Loop- which we drove to). Absolutely beautiful! Bathrooms were clean and water was hot in the shower," reports a visitor at Lower Lake Campground Beechwood Area.
Water activities beyond swimming: Fishing opportunities exist throughout the region with catch-and-release options. "We were in site 323. Was decent site only downside was fire pit area was very un-level for camping chairs, otherwise it's a nice wooded site with privacy. Short walk to bathrooms, showers and lake," noted one camper about Lower Lake Campground.
Exploring natural formations: The boulder fields at Hickory Run State Park Campground provide unique geological exploration. "We took a drive on 2 afternoons on a stone road through the woods to see the Boulder Field. It was a beautiful drive. We were on the lookout for bear, but only saw 3 deer," shared a reviewer.
What campers like
Lakefront cabin sites: Direct water access from select cabin sites allows for immediate recreation access. "I spent the night in the Promised Land State Park at Pickerel Point Campground and it was so pretty and quiet. Mine overlooked the water and had a gorgeous sunset. There was a beach nearby that was an excellent place to gaze at the stars," reported one camper.
Clean facilities: Restroom and shower maintenance receives frequent positive mentions. "The bathhouse was very clean. Lots of kids for our daughters to hang out with. Close to Bushkill Falls which we hiked," noted a visitor at Mountain Vista Campground.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Bear sightings are mentioned at multiple parks, requiring proper food storage. "Just stayed 2 nights with my 7 yrs. old daughter we had a blast. Everyone was very nice camp host and DCNR were very helpful. We were warned at check in that there have been a lot of bears in the area but never really thought that we would see one. As soon as we got to our site one came right up as we were setting up our tent."
What you should know
Reservation timing: Peak season cabin bookings may require 6-11 month advance planning. "We stayed in the Pickerel Point of the park. We had full hookups (20/30/50 amp, water & sewer). There's no cable but we were able to pickup about 6 channels with our digital antenna. This place is absolutely stunning."
Site differences: Cabin areas vary significantly in privacy levels and amenities. "Certain sites allow pets. My favorite site does, plus I can launch my kayak right from there! The only drawback is no alcohol allowed, but most State Parks are like that I think."
Water conditions: Some natural water bodies have distinctive coloration. "The lake is crystal clear and the beach is spotless. You absolutely have to bring a kayak/inflatable boat, but if you don't own one, don't worry, you can rent one," explains a visitor at Otter Lake Camp Resort.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Consider parks with organized recreation. "Another great family style campground. Lots of things to do and staff is always there to help," mentioned a visitor at Otter Lake Camp Resort. "We were there for Nationals dance competition being held at kalahari right down the road, about 10 mins. I will def go again," shared another camper.
Pet-friendly options: Many cabins near Covington accommodate pets with specific restrictions. "We were in the outer loop far from the rest of the campground and they only had ports potties and hand sanitizer. I wish we had been on the inner loop for the bathrooms, but we had a huge tent site that fit 4 tents on it. Hike to the waterfall, it is beautiful."
Cabin alternatives: For families seeking more amenities, private campgrounds offer furnished options. "We stayed at Pickerel Point and Deerfield depending on season. No complaints and was pleasantly surprised they have programs for kids. Can never go wrong here."
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Electrical amperage varies between cabins and campgrounds. "Sites have electric but no water. Spigot close by. Heated cozy bathhouse with clean showers. The park is large with many hiking trails and ice fishing. The only negative is that I had almost no cell reception with Verizon."
Site dimensions: Cabin locations may limit parking for additional vehicles. "Sites are very well shaded but some can be tight. Great activities for all ages. Had an amazing first visit and will be going back!"
Seasonal considerations: Some rental cabins offer extended season availability. "We drive from Arizona to camp here for 6 weeks each year. It is truly a resort with organized activities like softball, archery and ceramics for kiddos. 2 pools, hot tub, sauna, lake beach and swimming. All sites are wooded, clean and spacious. We have been coming here for 11 years!"
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