Best Campgrounds near Erwinna, PA

Campgrounds near Erwinna, Pennsylvania range from established facilities to more rustic options along the Delaware River. Ringing Rocks Family Campground in Upper Black Eddy offers tent, RV, cabin, and glamping accommodations with full hookups and operates from April through October. Colonial Woods Family Resort, located about 5 miles from Erwinna, provides similar amenities with access to boat-in camping opportunities. The region includes several state parks with camping facilities, including Nockamixon State Park Cabins and Tohickon Valley County Park, both within 10 miles of Erwinna.

Many campgrounds in the area require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends when sites fill quickly. The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, approximately 20 miles north, offers primitive boat-in campsites along the Delaware River. "The campsite in this review has two major points to express beyond the actual review. First, this site is only accessible by canoes or kayaks. There is no public road access to the campsite," notes one review of Tom's Creek Boat In Campsites. Road access varies throughout the region, with some areas requiring high-clearance vehicles during wet conditions. Most campgrounds operate seasonally from April through October, though some private facilities remain open year-round. Cell service can be spotty in more remote areas, especially in the valleys and gorges along the Delaware River.

Campers report high satisfaction with waterfront sites, particularly those along the Delaware River. Several visitors mentioned the peaceful setting and proximity to hiking trails as key highlights. The Appalachian Trail passes within 15 miles of Erwinna, providing access to primitive camping opportunities for hikers. A review of Worthington State Forest Campground noted, "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." Family-friendly amenities are common at established campgrounds, with many offering swimming pools, playgrounds, and organized activities. For those seeking more solitude, the state forests and recreation areas provide a more natural setting with fewer amenities but greater privacy and connection to nature.

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Best Camping Sites Near Erwinna, Pennsylvania (143)

    1. Mountainview Campground

    16 Reviews
    Bloomsbury, NJ
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (908) 996-2953

    "We were kindly escorted to our site (a nice refreshing change from having to wander around to find the sites ourselves), which was the one farthest away from the entrance."

    "Close by to a couple of nice state parks. Cute sheep and goats that wander about during the day! Sweet little spot, we'll definitely be back!"

    2. Ringing Rocks Family Campground

    13 Reviews
    Kintnersville, PA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 982-5552

    "Store has most, if not all you essentials. ( had to get an extension cord because I forgot one of mine) so, if everything was positive, why did I give it four stars??"

    "There are many beautiful sights around including the Delaware River, ringing rocks Park, and Nockamixon. The park is clean and well-maintained, the facilities are clean as well."

    3. Round Valley State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    Lebanon, NJ
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (908) 236-6355

    "Once you get to the campground trail it’s pretty easy going on asphalt surface."

    "The crystal-clear water is home to huge lake trout and the forests are bursting with wildlife. The sunsets across the lake are to die for."

    4. Colonial Woods Family Resort

    11 Reviews
    Kintnersville, PA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (610) 847-5808

    $52 / night

    "Dump station location isn’t ideal on a busy morning."

    "Just walking around the campground is beautiful. Will definitely come back, the best campground for complete family fun!"

    5. Nockamixon State Park Cabins

    13 Reviews
    Richlandtown, PA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 529-7300

    $70 - $92 / night

    "They have a lot of land so it’s easy to find a secluded spot to hang out away from paths and people!"

    "Great place to picnic fish from land or boat, go for a nice scenic walk, go Kayaking, etc. If you don't own a boat, you can rent one right at the lake."

    6. Tohickon Valley County Park

    10 Reviews
    Point Pleasant, PA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 597-0754

    "Easy to drive in and out. No “camp store/ features” but there’s a local pool with swing sets within walking distance and lots of manageable trails along the cliffs."

    "The Delaware Canal is nearby with the tow path for biking. That makes this a nice Bikepacking stop."

    7. Tohickon Family Campground

    14 Reviews
    Richlandtown, PA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 536-7951

    "Nothing bad about this place, I love that it's set far enough away from the main road that you don't get the noise."

    "Pros Great People beautiful surroundings Nice Bathrooms Quiet and Peaceful Accessible Nice Pool Every store U could Need is in about 15 mins Away Not Alot of Stupid rules just Be respectful Pet friendly"

    8. Spruce Run Recreation Area

    15 Reviews
    Bethlehem, NJ
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (908) 638-8572

    "Park employees and park police drive around through the day. Some big groups of campers got a little rowdy at night. The bathrooms were absolutely disgusting."

    "The actual site was nice and was close to the bathrooms. There was plenty of shade as the sun moved throughout the day."

    9. Quakerwoods Campground

    15 Reviews
    Coopersburg, PA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 536-1984

    "If you find yourself careening around the picturesque country roads here in Bucks County you will discover Quakerwoods Campground (named of course after the previous tri-cornered hat-donning Quaker residents"

    "Cute place, far enough away from the city to be reasonably quiet, close enough to go get whatever you might need. Very friendly people. Sometimes gets crowded but still a great campground"

    10. Lake Towhee County Park

    5 Reviews
    Richlandtown, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (215) 757-0571

    "Lake Towhee Park Campground: (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer). I rate based on desire for at least a moderate wilderness type experience w at least some camp site privacy."

    "Very secluded and set back in the woods, but only a short drive to Nockamixon. Would definitely stay again!"

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  • 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!

  • J
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Turkey Swamp Park

    Fantastic camping ground

    We went camping with our 2- and 3-year-old kids. We were worried about bugs, but we didn’t even use mosquito repellent and didn’t get a single bite! The campground was super clean too. It was perfect!

  • Stephen W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Fantastic PA state park for activities and camping.

    Third year staying over the Labor Day weekend. Campground full but still a very peaceful relaxing stay. Our site was very spacious and open. Tree lined and site was almost level. Paved sites on this loop.

  • 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.)

  • 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.

  • Connie R.
    Aug. 25, 2025

    French Creek State Park Campground

    Pretty park but needs upkeep and maintenance

    Only stayed one night (8/23/25).  Had an electric site on B 45.  After pulling in and starting to unload, we were getting swarmed with yellow jackets.  There were several entry holes in the ground they were using to enter and exit.  I have never experienced anything like this anywhere.   I would have left but since it was close to dusk, I knew they would all retrieve and go underground.  The smoke with the fire helped but it impacted our stay.  They were everywhere.  I will not be going back anytime during the summer

  • 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.

  • Dani T.
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Bake Oven Knob

    Bake Oven lot & Appalachian Trail

    I've overnighted in my van here a bunch, no problems. This spot is both part of the Appalachian Trail and a day hiking area for the Bake Oven Knob, which is a high point on the Blue Mountain ridge of the Appalachian Mountains near Germansville, Pennsylvania. There are two large lots. You can park and sleep, or hike in and find a place for a tent. There's also a trail shelter about a .5 mile in, but I haven't been to that. The hike to the overlook is really lovely; short and rocky.


Guide to Erwinna

Camping near Erwinna, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. 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: Explore the scenic trails around the area. Campers have enjoyed the well-marked trails at Worthington State Forest Campground, noting, "The trails are nice and well marked."
  • Water Activities: Enjoy kayaking or tubing on the Delaware River. One visitor at Driftstone Campground said, "Tubing, kayaking, playing in the river, pool, park, etc… pick your activity."
  • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. A camper at Camp Taylor Campground mentioned, "We saw lots of bear scat, and passed a super chill doe and her two fawns casually grazing next to the trail."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Many campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A visitor at Mountainview Campground remarked, "Bathrooms/showers are always very clean as well as the grounds."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of the staff. One reviewer at Camp Taylor Campground said, "The family that operates this place are the friendliest and most accommodating hosts I have encountered."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites that provide privacy. A camper at Round Valley State Park Campground noted, "The campsites are well maintained and facilities are easy to get to."

What you should know

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can get busy and noisy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Worthington State Forest Campground mentioned, "If you’re looking for a place to be a recluse, this is not the campsite to go."
  • Limited Amenities: Certain campgrounds may lack some amenities like showers or electric hookups. A camper at Round Valley State Park Campground pointed out, "Primitive restrooms aren’t maintained at all."
  • Wildlife Precautions: Be cautious of wildlife, especially if camping in more secluded areas. A camper at Panther Lake Camping Resort advised, "There were lots of deer around but we kept our ankles covered."

Tips for camping with families

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds or organized activities. A family at Camp Taylor Campground enjoyed the "small arcade and playground."
  • Safety First: Make sure to keep an eye on kids, especially near water. One camper at Spruce Run Recreation Area mentioned, "The park used to be a swim attraction but the water is not safe to swim in because of a dangerous algae bloom."
  • Plan for Quiet Hours: Respect quiet hours to ensure everyone has a good time. A visitor at Quakerwoods Campground noted, "Silence at 11pm here."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Accessibility: Make sure your RV can fit into the site before booking. A camper at Mountainview Campground mentioned, "Electric and water hookups were a little far apart at site 27."
  • Prepare for Terrain: Some campgrounds have hilly or uneven terrain. A visitor at Panther Lake Camping Resort said, "The road access ends are two small parking areas."
  • Bring Long Cables: If you're towing, bring long cables for electric and water hookups. A camper at Camp Taylor Campground advised, "Make sure if you’re towing, you have a good tow vehicle because the hills on the way there are epic."

Camping near Erwinna, Pennsylvania, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Erwinna, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Erwinna, PA offers a wide range of camping options, with 143 campgrounds and RV parks near Erwinna, PA and 4 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Erwinna, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Erwinna, PA is Mountainview Campground with a 4.8-star rating from 16 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Erwinna, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near Erwinna, PA.