Camping near Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, PA is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

Best Camping Sites Near Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (210)

    1. Worthington State Forest Campground — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

    39 Reviews
    Shawnee on Delaware, NJ
    12 miles
    Website

    "The tent camping area was right along the river, some sites with direct access, some you'd have to walk a little more to the larger access areas."

    "Full bathrooms are located behind campsite #15 (clean flushing bathrooms, with motion-sensed lighting, showers, dishwashing sink), but easily accessible from campsites nearby."

    2. Stokes State Forest

    27 Reviews
    Layton, NJ
    8 miles
    Website

    $7 - $55 / night

    "It was a solid choice: private but close to the toilet and water. Some sites located around the opposite side of the ring back up to a babbling brook. The rushing water will soothe you to sleep."

    "We stayed at the campsite at Lake Ocquittunk Area. Campsite was very spacious and had a platform where we were able to fit two tents. There was plenty of space on the site for more tents."

    3. Dingmans Campground — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

    15 Reviews
    Dingmans Ferry, PA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 828-1551

    "The 2 young staffers at the desk hooked me up with site 94 which was far away from everyone, grabbed a bag of ice for “sodas” and cup of noodles and had a great night."

    "- Easy access to Delaware River.

    • Large field for kids to run around.
    • Dogs allowed.
    • Fire pits at each site but no grates to cook on."

    4. Camp Taylor Campground

    24 Reviews
    Pahaquarry, NJ
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (908) 496-4333

    $33 - $42 / night

    "Positives: sites are decent sized with fire pits and picnic tables. easy access to hiking, convenient to a beautiful vineyard, peaceful region, and the most amazing wolf preserve is right next to you.  "

    "They were knowledgeable about the surrounding towns, their campground, and basically everything nature related. This was our very first night camping in an RV (we were renters at the time)."

    5. Pickerel Point Campground — Promised Land State Park

    33 Reviews
    Skytop, PA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 676-3428

    $20 - $44 / night

    "Pros: -beautiful new bathrooms -private lakeside walk-in sites -beavers! Far away but exciting nonetheless -the Conservation Walk on the island is short, easy, and beautiful. Well-marked."

    "Some sites are right on the lake, just put the kayak on the shore, and you're ready for an early morning paddle."

    6. Swartswood State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    13 Reviews
    Newton, NJ
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (973) 383-5230

    "We booked a campsite at the far end of the loop by the lake, which looked to be the right spot for some privacy, but a longer walk to the bathroom and water spigot."

    "The campsites are slightly separated from the lake (maybe 8 min walk to lake) but that also means you aren’t bothered by day guests. The lake is beautiful! Great for swimming and fishing."

    7. Mountain Vista Campground

    20 Reviews
    Shawnee on Delaware, PA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 223-0111

    "Love the Campground except our site is near a fairly busy road which takes away from that beautiful tranquility. They have camouflaged it as best they could. Friendly staff. Lots to do."

    "Close to Bushkill Falls which we hiked. 👍"

    8. Delaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA

    14 Reviews
    Shawnee on Delaware, PA
    10 miles
    Website

    $45 - $250 / night

    "We wish there was easier access to bike and hike trails so we didn't have to drive to a location but overall a comfortable and positive experience."

    "- We were very into socially distancing, and said so when we made our reservation. We were assigned a perfect site for this."

    9. Kittatinny Campground

    31 Reviews
    Milford, PA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (845) 682-3539

    $75 - $400 / night

    "Nestled along the scenic Delaware River in Milford, Pennsylvania, Kittatinny Canoes River Beach Campsites offers a delightful blend of relaxation and adventure."

    "Hidden within the serene beauty of Milford, Pennsylvania, Kittatinny Canoes River Beach Campsites is more than just a campground; it’s a sanctuary for the soul."

    10. Great Divide Campground

    16 Reviews
    Andover, NJ
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (973) 383-4026

    "All the positive reviews about this place are accurate! Beautiful, clean, well maintained, lots to do, great value for your $$"

    "Very scenic with a small lake, a pond & surrounded by woods. This is also the most expensive campground on our trip at $96.11 a night.

         "

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Recent Reviews near Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

1029 Reviews of 210 Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Campgrounds


  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Skyway Camping Resort

    One night stoo

    Nice well maintained park, full hookups with cable and wifi. Office forgot to give us wifi info and had closed early. Very nice staff.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Round Valley State Park Campground

    Get Your Hard-Core Hiking In To Enjoy This CG

    Located just south of I78 and near the small hamlets of Clinton and Lebanon, what I love most about Round Valley SP is the fact that it has its very own eponymous fresh water reservoir, which spanning some 2,350 acres and is 180 feed deep in the middle, this body of water provides a solid amount of upside for anyone wanting to kayak, canoe or swim. One of the greatest assets at this particular SP CG are the wonderful rangers who keep this place in such tip-top condition year-round. From the North Picnic Area, Bray’s Hill Preserve and Round Valley Beachhead to the East Picnic Area, Round Valley Farm on the eastern side of the reservoir as well as Round Valley Rec Area, there’s a lot to explore at this SP.

    One interesting fact about this place– believe it or not– it is the only NJ SP that actually offers up true wilderness camping(a.k.a. primitive), which can only be accessed by hiking 3 to 6 miles– or if you come with your own boat, you can access by water– and can be found on the SE corner of the reservoir. There is a second area nearby called Spruce Run Recreation Area that can be accessed by driving to this location, which is on the other side of I78 NW of Round Valley SP. That said, if you’re looking to camp here at Round Valley, I highly recommend you boat in as the hiking path is incredibly difficult to manage without hauling all of your camping gear, so coming in with a ton of gear is even more difficult/ prohibitive.

    When you finally do arrive to this primitive CG immersed in NJ’s thick wild foliage, you’ll experience waterfront bliss with a crystalline bevy of trout-infused reservoir water, and you won’t get much in the way of amenities, apart from a few random water pumps and some rocks piled in a circle that, um, I guess makes up a fire ring. While there are backwoods-style bathroom pits, these are very ill-managed and you’ll come across the‘stank’ well before actually even arriving here, so we just didn’t use them. There’s picnic tables, but the one we had was in pretty rough condition. The thing I found odd about the place is that after hiking so far in to get to this location, you’re not allowed to swim in the reservoir, which kind of defeats the entire point IMHO. That said, the views are amazing and because there’s nothing else in these parts, you will experience true peace in nature.

    Insider’s tips? Here’s a few:(1) Whether hiking or kayaking to this CG, you will want to bring as little with you as possible– packing too much to come here just isn’t worth the work;(2) We found parking in the Southern Lot to be perfectly fine and while we were initially worried about leaving our vehicle parked there for a few nights, we were reassured by the park rangers who patrol the lot constantly;(3) While the water in the reservoir may look crystal clear, it is not crystal clean and I would STRONGLY encourage anyone who thinks that it is OK to drink from the reservoir to at least use a Life Straw to ensure they don’t get sick;(4) I have hiked throughout the entire US and consider myself somewhere between a moderate to skilled hiker and I found these trails challenging and uneven, so while the hike we made was only 3 miles, it was not easy and I would be worried about someone breaking an ankle getting to this CG– so at a minimum, ensure you are wearing proper hiking boots. Seriously, for what this SP puts you through to access this CG one really needs to question why they’re being charged anything at all in the first place.

    Happy Camping!

  • Kylie R.
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Mountain Vista Campground

    A mix of being able to unplug but also have the ammenities avavilble if wanted/needed

    This campground is very clean, staff and campers are very friendly. It’s a great spot if you have kids because they have many different activities(pool/arcade games/movie nights/ and more.)

  • Damia F.
    Aug. 29, 2025

    High Point State Park Campground

    Relaxing and Well-Maintained

    Stayed 2 nights and it was really nice. Camping for summer is pretty limited to Sawmill Lake, as the other locations are for groups or winter camping. Camps are secluded from each other and most if not all have an elevated space to put tents or chairs. Each place comes with a lamp hang, a fire pit, and a picnic table. Bathrooms are spaced out. No running water except for pump founded outside of the bathrooms. Toilets are pump flushed. Showers are only located INSIDE High Point State Park, not throughout the campsites, but entry is free for campers. One hiking trail is accessible in Sawmill campground, 3 others are accessible on the road outside of the campground and the rest are located inside the park. When you arrive you have to check in with the park office for your campsite tag. Hours are 8-4. Park officials come through the campsites pretty regularly, a few times a day which is nice. Areas are clean and well maintained.

  • j
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Cranberry Run Campground

    Don’t Stay here!!

    It’s not a campground. It’s where people stash their rvs, some of whom seem to live here permanently. Caretaker was rude. Sites were all rocky and many on steep inclines. Complete waste of our time. Plus, the site looks nothing like the pictures they post, which is an area you can’t camp at. Don’t stay here.

  • b
    Aug. 21, 2025

    Thunder Swamp Trailhead

    Gravel lot

    It’s a gravel parking lot. Plenty of shade. No one bothered me.

  • Adeline M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Worthington State Forest Campground — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

    Nice campground loud campers

    Great open spot with some shade, depending on when you go we have noticed there tends to be a lot of loud disrespectful people who are there to party not camp. It’s nice to be on the Delaware and not many campgrounds have water access or a boat ramp so that’s a plus. Showers, sinks, and toilets are available.

  • Janine D.
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Kittatinny Campground

    Not worth the money or time

    If we could rate this a 0 we would.  We were expecting a weekend of kayaking and relaxation when in fact we got an overcrowded, noisy and dirty weekend that was overpriced.  I will give the river a 10, it was beautiful, welcoming and refreshing in the warm sun.  We arrived at about 8:00 in the evening with several camps blaring different genre of music, not a problem, considering we still like it as loud as possible sometimes, but it didn't end at quiet time, it continue until well over midnight.  The campsites are so close together it was like being packed into a sardine can.  The campsite across the pathway didn't have their dog on a lead and we woke up with a pile of dog excrement next to our trailer, that was a howdy-do morning for ya.  We were super excited to take our kayaks out on the river, paddle up stream and float down with our pup, but we were told that we couldn't launch from this location.  (What kind of crap is that)  This location was a receiving location only and "absolutely no launching" was allowed.  If you are looking for a party spot to come with your friends, this is definitely the place for you!  If your looking for a chill place to camp next to the river where you can tube, kayak and enjoy your peaceful weekend, this is NOT the place.  The amount of money we spent for 2 nights was outrageous for such a sucky weekend, will not be going back!

  • Bob F.
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Moon Valley Campground

    Very unique smaller private campground

    This was a great campsite nestled in the foothills of Northern NJ on the NY border. Small, clean with great views and great location for hiking , cruising etc. Bring your tent or use the existing glamping tents. Headed back for a fall weekend in the "dome" which has incredible views. Try it you won't be sorry.


Guide to Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

Camping near Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled weekend, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are numerous trails in the area. For example, at Worthington State Forest Campground, one camper mentioned, "The trails are nice and well marked," making it easy to explore the natural beauty.
  • Water Activities: Enjoy tubing or kayaking on the Delaware River. A visitor at Pickerel Point Campground noted, "We went to turtle beach one day and did the Mt Tammany hike as well," highlighting the variety of water and hiking options.
  • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. One camper at Mahlon Dickerson Reservation shared, "There are bear warnings here," indicating the chance to see some interesting animals.

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the beautiful surroundings. A review from Stokes State Forest states, "Stokes is nestled in a beautiful part of New Jersey," which captures the essence of the area.
  • Clean Facilities: Many campgrounds maintain clean restrooms and showers. A visitor at Tobyhanna State Park Campground mentioned, "The facilities seemed well kept up," which is a big plus for many campers.
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Camp Taylor Campground are known for their welcoming vibe. One family said, "The family that operates this place are the friendliest and most accommodating hosts."

What you should know:

  • Busy Seasons: Expect crowds during peak times. A camper at Worthington State Forest Campground noted, "This was a bit of a surprise," when they found the campground full even on a weekday.
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have all the amenities you expect. A visitor at High Point State Park Campground mentioned, "The campground map they have is pathetic," indicating that you might need to plan ahead.
  • Noise Levels: Be prepared for noise, especially on weekends. One camper at Kittatinny Campground expressed frustration, saying, "I wish they would enforce 'quiet hours.'"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose the Right Campground: Look for family-friendly options like Camp Taylor Campground, where one family said, "The kids are kids!!! They play in the creek, get dirty, build fires and hike."
  • Plan Activities: Make sure to have a mix of activities. A visitor at Pickerel Point Campground enjoyed paddle boarding and hiking, which kept the whole family entertained.
  • Pack Essentials: Bring along games and outdoor gear. One camper at Mountain Vista Campground appreciated the "lots of stuff to do for kids including a game room."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campground. A review from Mountain Vista Campground noted, "Lots of pull through for bigger rigs," which is helpful for RV travelers.
  • Be Prepared for Terrain: Some campgrounds have rough access roads. A visitor at Stokes State Forest mentioned, "You have to weave your way around the various stumps and small boulders," so be cautious.
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Stock up on essentials before arriving. A camper at High Point State Park Campground found that "the park office was not nearby," making it hard to get supplies.

Camping near Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Pennsylvania, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and family-friendly activities. Just be prepared for the crowds and plan accordingly!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area?

According to TheDyrt.com, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area offers a wide range of camping options, with 210 campgrounds and RV parks near Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and 4 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is Worthington State Forest Campground — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area with a 4.5-star rating from 39 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area?