Camping in the Pocono Mountains near Cresco ranges in elevation from 1,400 to 1,800 feet, creating variable weather conditions throughout camping seasons. The region experiences approximately 50 inches of rainfall annually, with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping months. The mountainous terrain affects both accessibility and weather patterns in ways that impact campground selection.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Clayton Park RV Escape provides access to fishing spots, with one visitor noting, "Excellent family quiet area. Pool boats, hike, relax." The park features boat-in access making it convenient for anglers looking to explore local waters.
Mountain biking trails: Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort offers extensive mountain biking opportunities. A visitor reported, "Wanted to find a close by place for for a night of Tent camping and stumbled across this winter time ski resort/ spring summer camping and adventure grounds... If you choose adventure this is the place for you, ride the ski lifts up to the top of the mountain then you get to bike down it, they have rental bikes available or bring your own."
River activities: Soaring Eagle Campground sits directly on the Delaware River, perfect for water recreation. A camper shared, "Nice campground right on the Delaware river great for fisherman, hikers also great for tubing down the Delaware or canoeing."
What campers like
Spacious campsites: Robin Hill Campground provides roomier sites in certain areas. According to one visitor, "What a view! Out the rear of the campground was a spectacular view! It's too bad it is mainly seasonal sites back there." Another reviewer noted, "They had an art activity for the children, BINGO on Friday night, and a live band on Saturday night."
Clean bathrooms: Stonybrook RV Resort maintains exceptionally clean facilities. A camper mentioned, "The laundry area and shower rooms are beautiful and clean," while another stated, "Shower / bathrooms are the best I've ever seen."
Recreational amenities: Mountain Top RV Park features numerous facilities for entertainment. A visitor shared, "There's also a nice lounge room with games, a pool table, a tv and puzzles/board games." Another mentioned, "The newly upgraded camp infrastructure elevated the stay, providing amenities for comfort and entertainment."
What you should know
Cellular connectivity challenges: Several campgrounds in the Poconos have limited reception. At Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South, a visitor reported, "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."
Site drainage issues: Robin Hill Campground has drainage problems during wet weather. One camper warned, "Sites are swampy if they've had rain! Took us over two hours to disconnect because of mushy, muddy site!.. Our Usual disconnect and set up time less than an hour!"
Road noise concerns: Tri-State RV Park experiences highway noise. A visitor mentioned, "Located just off the highway so lots of vehicle noise 24/7. Sites are on a gravel lot." Another noted, "Highway noise, not pretty / not in nature, close spots, no privacy."
Tips for camping with families
Look for dedicated children's facilities: Robin Hill Campground has family-oriented amenities. A parent observed, "They have an onsite buffet with live entertainment if your timing is right. They are also located right on a river that you can easily access by foot."
Consider campgrounds with organized activities: Tri-State RV Park offers family-friendly amenities. According to one visitor, "They have a decent laundry facility and full hook ups. No frills at the site but perfect for the commuting RVers just looking for somewhere safe to sleep for the night."
Check the playground condition: Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort maintains quality play areas. A camper shared, "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."
Tips from RVers
Entrance challenges: Stonybrook RV Resort requires careful navigation. One RVer cautioned, "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."
Water pressure variations: Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South has unusually high water pressure. A camper warned, "Best water pressure I have seen on the east coast, unregulated it's over 80 psi."
Winter RV access: Mountain Top RV Park offers off-season availability. An RVer noted, "The restrooms were closed for the winter, so we didn't get to use or see those. 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."