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GuideRicketts Glen State Park Campground
Camping here for many years and still love it here got it all camping trails water fall trail and lake.
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Frances Slocum State Park Campground permits pets in designated campsites while maintaining clean facilities for all visitors. Electric hookups and spacious sites accommodate both tent and RV campers with dogs. Sites with thick wooded areas provide some privacy from neighboring campers. The campground features accessible bathrooms and showers, though visitors note the button-operated showers can run cold. Sites where pets are permitted are clearly marked throughout the campground loops, maintaining separation between pet and non-pet areas.
Several pet-friendly state parks in the Duryea region maintain extensive trail systems suitable for dog walking. Lackawanna State Park's trail network surrounds a lake where dogs on leashes can enjoy shoreline access. Highland Campgrounds and Keen Lake Resort Campground both welcome pets year-round with designated exercise areas. Campers should be aware of wildlife concerns, as multiple reviews mention ticks being prevalent in some camping areas, particularly in summer months. Mosquitoes can also be problematic near water features, so appropriate pet protection is recommended. Most campgrounds require dogs to remain on leashes no longer than six feet at all times when outside vehicles or camping units. Pet owners should bring waste bags as facilities may not provide them at all locations.
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1. Hickory Run State Park Campground
"We took the short drive to Hawk Falls Trail and also completed the Orchard Trail Loop."
"The bathroom facilities were clean, the hiking in the area was gorgeous and pet friendly and I’m looking forward to going back"
61 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $72 / night
2. Highland Campgrounds
"This campground was very nice and had so much hiking in and around it. They were very helpful with getting us a site since it was so last minute on a holiday weekend Will be visiting again"
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $100 / night
3. Keen Lake Resort Campground
"We didn’t have a view of the lake, instead we were in someone’s back yard lol. It wasn’t a big deal. The site was well maintained and flat which were the most important."
"I stayed on a lakeside electric/water site for 5 nights in August 2020. It was SO BEAUTIFUL. We had SUPs and kayaks to take on the lake and our sites were right next to the boat launch. "
4. Cozy Creek Family Campground
"Campground is based around kids, there’s a lot for them to do!"
Check Availabilityfrom $17 / night
5. Clayton Park RV Escape
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."
"Great hiking trail right from the site. Be prepared for walking up and downhill - quite the unexpected workout. Many seasonal sites with friendly people."
Check Availabilityfrom $54 / night
7. Stony MT Family Campground
8. Hemlock Campground & Cottages
9. Carvolth Camping Area
10. Slumber Valley Campground
"The campground is located close to market- a 3 minute drive into town for any food you may need."
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- 6 min from Scranton, PA
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- 1 hr 31 min from Williamsport, PA
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Duryea, PA
915 Reviews of 124 Duryea Campgrounds
- RRussell A.
Scout100 Mile View Camping
What a great place. So unique! Love the view, and a great experience! There are no hook ups, so be prepared but if you are looking for the dispersed camping experience you have found it. What a gem!
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.
Tony F.Guide100 Mile View Camping
The best views
This is a hidden gem, as close to dispersed camping you can get with dirt, gravel roads, large stone fire pits, a amazing views with the added benefit of a five gallon jug of non potable water and very clean port-a-potties. The owner regularly patrols the site and makes sure everything is okay.
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.
Roger V.
TravelerBake Oven Knob
solid parking place for vans and RVs. road is dirt gravel but not terrible. nice hike nearby
- jjeanne A.Guide
Council Cup Campground
Better than nothing
Small campground with rude owner. Everything I asked about was putting her out. It was cheap though at $36 for water and electric with a military discount.
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.
Guide to Duryea
Duryea area campgrounds sit on elevated terrain ranging from 900 to 1,500 feet above sea level. The region's mixed hardwood forests create significant shade at most campsites, with summer temperatures typically 5-10°F cooler than nearby cities. Camping accommodations range from primitive tent sites to full-hookup RV pads, with most campgrounds operating from April through October's third weekend.
What to do
Kayaking opportunities: Frances Slocum State Park Campground offers direct lake access for paddlers with rentals available. "Good camping area. The park has great hiking spots, a local pool, and a lake that you can rent boats or kayak on!!" notes Lexi, highlighting water recreation options.
Hiking to waterfalls: Ricketts Glen State Park Campground features a 7-mile trail system with 22 named waterfalls. According to Lee D., "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."
Boulder field exploration: A 20-minute drive through woods near Tobyhanna leads to unusual geological formations. As Mike M. describes, "Boulders everywhere! Big ones, small ones, run (carefully) across them all! Beyond the Boulder field is a vast, scary, unknown."
What campers like
Spacious waterfront sites: Pickerel Point Campground offers lakeside sites with direct water access. Kelly F. mentions, "We had site 100 and amazing views of the water from our camper. The trails were beautiful, recommend little falls trail. The bathrooms were clean with nice hot showers."
Private wooded camping: Several campgrounds offer secluded options. Jackie F. from Frances Slocum State Park notes, "We had site 44 in the Stony Point loop and it was by far the largest campsite on the property. We had a thick covered wooded area to our right and a huge grassy area to the left."
Year-round options: Some locations remain open through winter months. According to Mara S., "This was my second visit in the cold months. 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."
What you should know
Wildlife considerations: Bears are common in these forests. Erik M. from Tobyhanna State Park Campground warns, "Just stayed 2 nights with my 7 yrs. old daughter... As soon as we got to our site one came right up as we were setting up our tent. Do not leave any food out be sure to lock up everything in car."
Limited cell service: Coverage varies significantly between campgrounds. Katheryn H. notes: "The bathrooms were great and the place felt comfortable and secure. But not all the tent sites had a picnic table." Some parks have very limited or no connectivity.
Water quality concerns: Testing sometimes reveals issues with lake water. Jackie F. cautions, "DO NOT take your pups to the water. There is a weird bacteria or algae currently growing in the lake, it's completely visible. There are advisories around about it too."
Tips for camping with families
Activity scheduling: Keen Lake Resort Campground offers structured programs for children. Mike H. shares, "My boys absolutely love it and always have something to do. They have activity coordinators that make sure there is something to do for all ages every hour of the day!"
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds provide play areas. According to Shirley M., "There is a large open field in the loop we camped in with a swing set on it. This was nice for families with children."
Boat rentals: Many parks offer affordable canoe and kayak rentals for families without their own equipment. Shannon C. explains, "Each day we would paddle over to the swimming area on the lake. It was awesome. The kids had fun riding bikes on the road, which was off the main road."
Tips for RVers
Full hookup options: Highland Campgrounds offers comprehensive services for larger rigs. Jennifer R. notes, "Whether it's nature and back roads, or wanting to have a dip in the pool and lay in the sun, this campground is the best of both worlds. Office is clean and a combined country store with fresh produce."
Dump station access: Most state parks provide central sanitary facilities. John T. observes, "Nice level sites easy to back in rv and set up," indicating Duryea area campgrounds typically have well-designed access roads and parking pads.
Electrical considerations: Some older parks have limited electrical capacity. David mentions, "Two electric hookups would trip the 50 amp circuit breaker on any load about 30 amps, which means the hookups are old and unmaintained," suggesting bringing a surge protector and limiting simultaneous appliance usage.
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