Camping options near Easton, Pennsylvania range from rustic tent sites in wooded areas to full-hookup RV facilities within 30 miles of the city. The region sits at the confluence of the Delaware and Lehigh rivers, with elevations ranging from 200 to 600 feet above sea level. Most campgrounds operate from April through October, though several parks with primitive camping remain open year-round.
What to do
Hiking trails access: Round Valley State Park Campground offers wilderness campsites accessible by hiking 3-6 miles or by boat. "I love pretty much everything about this place. Let's just start your can either boat in or hike in. The hike is a 3 mile minimum 6 max. The view was KILLER," notes James R.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple parks provide fishing access within short drives of campsites. At Spruce Run Recreation Area, you can fish directly from waterfront sites. One camper mentioned, "You can launch your kayak easily from the shore" while another noted it's "Great for sailing and fishing."
Wolf preserve visits: Located on the grounds of Camp Taylor Campground, the Lakota Wolf Preserve offers discounted tours for campers. "There are moments by the fire you can hear them howl in the distance," reports Julie F., while another visitor stated, "The wolf preserve at the same location was just amazing - we learned so much and could hear the wolves howl from the campsite."
Rock music exploration: Bring a hammer when visiting Ringing Rocks County Park near Upper Black Eddy. "Just past the Delaware River through Milford NJ, into PA, is a park called Ringing Rocks County Park. Some waterfalls to see and hiking to do. If you strike certain rocks with a metal hammer they ring, hence the name of the park!" explains Christina H.
What campers like
Secluded wooded sites: Mountainview Campground offers spacious sites with natural separation. "The sites are either in thick, wooded areas, or in open fields," says one reviewer, while another adds, "The campsite was wonderful and isolated."
Clean facilities: Facilities at several campgrounds receive high marks. At Lake Towhee County Park, campers find "clean restrooms, nice sites, showers, and cellphone service," according to a recent visitor. Another camper described it as a "quiet secluded campground" that's "very secluded and set back in the woods."
Water activities: Multiple campgrounds provide water access. Colonial Woods Family Resort offers fishing at their on-site pond plus a pool with lifeguard. A reviewer noted, "The pooL and splash pool for toddlers was clean with a lifeguard on duty at all times," while another mentioned "we took a trip down using bucks County river tub company."
Wildlife viewing: Nature observation opportunities abound. At Round Valley State Park Campground, "the water is crystal clear" and visitors can enjoy "peaceful and quit. Gorgeous sunset, beautiful views," according to T K.
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds in the region close during winter months. Colonial Woods Family Resort operates from "Apr 4 - Nov 1" while Ringing Rocks Family Campground runs from "Apr 1 to Oct 31."
Reservation requirements: Some campgrounds enforce strict check-in times and reservation policies. At Mountainview Campground, one visitor reported: "I reserved two nights, but the first night we were not going to be able to arrive until after 9. After talking to them, they would not allow us to come late, but did refund the first night."
Site conditions: Terrain varies significantly between campgrounds. Tohickon Family Campground received mixed reviews about ground conditions, with one camper noting, "If you're in a tent and it has been or will rain, it becomes flooded or turns into a mudpit."
Facilities limitations: Bathroom quality varies widely. At Spruce Run, one camper warned: "I can not speak to the condition of the bathrooms, I stopped going into them 6 years ago as soon as I bought a cassette toilet to avoid them."
Tips for camping with families
Pool options: For hot weather camping with kids, select campgrounds with swimming facilities. At Colonial Woods Family Resort, "The pooL and splash pool for toddlers was clean with a lifeguard on duty at all times," and they provide "a playground, lake where you could fish, cornhole, and minigolf."
Quiet hours enforcement: For families needing consistent sleep schedules, Camp Taylor Campground enforces rules consistently. "Unlike many other campgrounds we've been to, they are very good about actually enforcing the quiet hours at night, so you can have an actual peaceful and quiet night around the campfire."
Weekend activities: Several campgrounds offer special weekend programming for children. Ringing Rocks Family Campground offers seasonal events: "We went on Halloween weekend and they had so much for the kids to do! Friendly staff and clean sites!"
Nature programs: Educational opportunities can enhance family trips. At Camp Taylor, the wolf preserve provides learning experiences where "we learned so much and could hear the wolves howl from the campsite."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: For larger RVs, site selection requires careful consideration. At Quakerwoods Campground, "If bringing your RV, the safest bet is to reserve a spot with no shade as the other spots often times have very low hanging tree limbs."
Access challenges: Some campgrounds have challenging access roads. At Ringing Rocks, a reviewer warned: "The roads are very narrow, pretty sizable boulders on both sides, trees are very low and need to be trimmed (almost took my ac out with a huge limb). Now if you're not big rig camping like we do, this place is great for you."
Hookup availability: When glamping close to Easton, Pennsylvania with an RV, hookup options vary. At Spruce Run Recreation Area, "There are some RV sites with water & electric which are not on the water, but in the parking lot. I would consider getting one on the water to enjoy the water and one in the parking lot to hook up the RV."
Leveling considerations: Site preparation may be required at some locations. At Colonial Woods, a reviewer noted: "The landing for the camper was even with gravel and the rest of the site was mostly even. The power station was well intact with 15/20, 30, and 50amp."
