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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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Lackawanna State Park Campground and Ricketts Glen State Park Campground house luxury glamping accommodations within the scenic Pocono Mountains region. Both parks feature yurts and premium canvas accommodations that combine outdoor immersion with modern comforts. The yurts at Lackawanna State Park include electricity, heating, full-size refrigerators, stoves, and microwaves, providing a comfortable retreat after exploring the surrounding trails. One visitor noted, "We reserved 3 of 4 yurts for our annual glamping trip. Each yurt has a huge deck, 2 picnic tables and fire pit." Ricketts Glen's glamping options offer similar amenities with the added benefit of proximity to the park's famous waterfall trails. Both locations maintain clean facilities with showers and restrooms just steps away from the luxury accommodations, making them ideal for travelers seeking nature experiences without sacrificing comfort.
The surrounding area boasts exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities centered around the parks' natural features. Ricketts Glen's 22 waterfalls create a dramatic backdrop for glamping experiences, with hiking trails connecting directly to many of the premium sites. According to a camper, "The biggest draw to this state park is the 22 waterfalls! We saw 18 of them on a four-mile moderate hike." Water activities enhance the glamping experience at both parks, with Lackawanna offering boat-in access and swimming areas. Most luxury accommodations remain available from April through October, with some requiring minimum stay requirements during peak season. The proximity to wildlife viewing opportunities adds another dimension to the glamping experience, with some sites positioned to maximize scenic vistas of the surrounding mountains and lakes. Advance reservations are essential for securing the most desirable glamping units, particularly during summer and fall foliage seasons.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Duryea (44)
1. Hickory Run State Park Campground
"Come with fire pit, parking spot, picnic table, flush toilet, running water. Competitive pricing."
"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."
61 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $72 / night
2. Lackawanna State Park Campground
"Our only complaint was the lack of active enforcement of quiet hours — otherwise there would be no complaints."
"Some are a little close to each other, but others offer plenty of space, including our site (52) on this trip. One of the biggest spots we have ever had. "
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $90 / night
3. Ricketts Glen State Park Campground
"The trails are very well marked. We stayed in the large loop, which is a peninsula on Lake Jean. Many of the sites have lake views. The bathhouse was clean but not adequate for 73 sites."
"we had a wonderful experience. drove our car right up to our site, had a ton of space to set up. a nice picnic bench and fire pit was there and we were sure 61 so the lake was 100 yards from all of this"
10 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $15 - $92 / night
4. 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."
"Mix of electric and non-electric sites. No water hook ups but a water station is on site. Camp sites are generously size, good spacing between sites and heavily treed. Huge lake to enjoy. "
4 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $43 / night
5. Keen Lake Resort Campground
"The security is great and patrol to make sure quiet hours are quiet to be courtiers to other campers that want quiet time. The bath houses are constantly being cleaned and restocked."
"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."
6. 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
7. Jim Thorpe Camping Resort
"There is a general store on site, an arcade, a pool, bathrooms with clean showers, and sinks with potable water. The mauch chunk stream runs through the back of the campground."
"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."
8. Otter Lake Camp Resort
"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"
"We had a water/electric site that was big and very level. We were close enough to bath house but not too close. There is a steam and some wet areas behind the row of sites we were in."
9. Secluded Acres Campground
"The site itself isn't bad, a lot of woods to tuck into if you camp rite."
"Such wonderful rustic sites that are absolutely secluded!! Love it and just wish it was open all year round!"
10. Red Rock Mountain Campground
"There are all these tiny little outdated but cute cottages and a bath house. Very cool. Our site was alright. There wasn't a great place to put our tent but we managed."
"Accommodating and friendly hosts, clean bath house and firewood for sale on site."
Drive Time
- 6 min from Scranton, PA
- 1 hr from Binghamton, NY
- 1 hr 10 min from Allentown, PA
- 1 hr 31 min from Williamsport, PA
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Glamping Reviews near Duryea, PA
437 Reviews of 44 Duryea 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.
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.
- JJay
TravelerDelaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA
Large sites & friendly staff!
Another great experience. Sites were large. Staff was friendly with many different things for kids to do. Great base camp for local hikes.
Coll G.TravelerCamp Taylor Campground
Privacy & quiet hours are king
We’ve been to Camp Taylor twice now for tent camping: September 2021 and May 2023. We stayed at the rustic tent sites both times, and there was room for 2 cars and 2 tents. Depending on how you want your setup, there are some that are more secluded and others that are close together and would be great for group camping.
The staff are all lovely and take the time to explain the rules both in-person at check-in and on the forms they provide at the time of booking. They are not hiding how seriously they take rules like quiet hours, and it will keep campers like me coming back. If you are respectful of the folks around you and especially during the posted quiet hours, you will have no problems.
The office and shop keep supply of snacks, firewood, and gifts. There are flush toilets mapped in spots of the tent sites (SUCH a pleasant surprise! I was expecting a porta-potty or vault toilet), and hot showers are available at the same complex as the office.
Stefanie K.TravelerLackawanna State Park Campground
Quiet getaway
The state park is beautiful. The site was very nice. The park itself is very big with many activities available such as boat rentals and a swimming pool. There's also an amphitheatre which hosts specials. During our stay the only activity we made it to was the pool. The main reason we didn't do more was the distance. We have a motorhome so we didn't have additional vehicles to get to and from places. We walked to the park which according to my Fitbit was 1.5 miles away. That doesn't seem too bad until you realize it's mostly hills in both directions! We are a fairly active young family who has no problem with a bit of a walk but after that experience we decided to just spend the remainder of our trip hanging out at our site. It's a good thing we only stayed 2 nights because our 10 year old might've lost his mind with boredom if we stayed longer. Overall, the site we had was great and I'd recommend it. My husband and I may come back for a couples date weekend.
Guide to Duryea
Duryea, Pennsylvania offers rustic camping amid the northeastern Pennsylvania woodlands at elevations between 700-1,200 feet. The region experiences cold winters and mild summers, with average July temperatures around 83°F. Beyond the glamping accommodations highlighted in nearby parks, several campgrounds offer yurt camping near Duryea, Pennsylvania with varying levels of amenities and access to hiking trails.
What to do
Waterfall hiking: 4-mile trails at Ricketts Glen State Park Campground provide access to 22 cascading waterfalls. "A typical PA State Park campground. Nice enough, but awesome location. Make sure you check out the falls!" advises Rachel B.
Boulder field exploration: Visit the unique boulder field at Hickory Run State Park Campground where massive rock formations create an otherworldly landscape. "Boulders everywhere! Big ones, small ones, run (carefully) across them all! Beyond the Boulder field is a vast, scary, unknown," shares Mike M.
Lake activities: The 198-acre Lake Jean at Ricketts Glen offers non-motorized boating and fishing. "Excellent views and the ability to explore and experience the waterfalls areas. Beach and lake activities are available as well," notes Gary O.
Hiking network: Explore over 44 miles of trails at Hickory Run State Park, ranging from easy walks to challenging terrain. "Many hiking trails (44 miles of trails). They are rated from easy to difficult. We found the 2 trails we hiked - Hawk Falls and Shades of Death trails - where were rated 'more difficult' were not bad to hike at all."
What campers like
Wooded yurt sites: Lackawanna State Park Campground offers yurt accommodations in secluded forest settings. "The sites were a little close to each other and where we were in the park was a mixed use area. So we had an RV next to us with the Genny running all day," mentions Guy M.
Fishing opportunities: Many campers appreciate the fishing options at Secluded Acres Campground where catch-and-release regulations apply. "An area of the lake is to swim and the other to fish in. Catch and release only. Lots of trees for great shade."
Environmental education: Lackawanna provides nature programs for all ages. "This is an amazing state park that has something for everyone. There is an environmental education center with programs, there is fishing and boating, and an amazing network if hiking and horse riding trails."
Rustic camping options: For those seeking traditional camping near Duryea's yurt accommodations, multiple tent options exist. "For those who like more rustic options, there are hike-in sites that are beautiful and not far from the parking area," shares a Lackawanna State Park camper.
What you should know
Bear activity: The Poconos region has black bears that can visit campgrounds. "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," warns a camper at Tobyhanna State Park Campground.
Seasonal limitations: Most yurt camping near Duryea operates from "2nd Friday in April to 3rd Sunday in October." Year-round options are limited, with Ricketts Glen being one of few parks open all year.
Reservation requirements: Campgrounds fill quickly, especially during summer and fall. "Make sure you check ahead of time for openings, weekends fill up fast during the summer."
Water quality issues: Some parks experience water safety concerns. "The water had been tested earlier in the season and unsafe levels of manganese were detected. All water spigots were shut off and covered but we were told it was safe to wash our dishes and brush our teeth."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Mount Pocono Campground offers family-friendly facilities. "Just got back from a week here. Very clean and well-run. We were here during COVID restrictions and they were handling it well. We used the arcade, pool, bathouse and laundry."
Activity planning: Many campgrounds schedule regular family events. "The campground was great! We had a schedule for events all weekend."
Swimming options: Look for parks with designated beach areas for safer swimming. "The beach was a little more than a half mile walk from our site."
Trail difficulty considerations: When exploring with children, choose appropriate trails. "The hike is definitely not for the easily winded people, or anyone with bad knees, the hike down was pretty steep at some points but very well maintained!"
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Red Rock Mountain Campground and others require preparation for uneven terrain. "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. After that... we had the best time!!"
Electric hookup reliability: Check amperage restrictions. "Two electric hookups would trip the 50 amp circuit breaker on any load about 30 amps, which means the hookups are old and unmaintained."
Privacy considerations: RV sites vary in spacing. "The campsites are kinda close together so if you don't like meeting new people you may not like it but we had nice neighbors so didn't mind."
Site size limitations: Some RV sites are restrictive. "Our site was way to small even though we gave the length and width of our rig ahead of time. We were always looking for a place to park our tow because we had no extra space in front or back."
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