1 campground with availability this weekend
Lower Lake Campground Hemlock Hill Equestrian Area provides horse-friendly camping opportunities in Greentown, Pennsylvania, near Factoryville. This established campground accommodates tent and RV camping with electrical hookups, including 50-amp and 30-amp service. The campground features picnic tables, fire rings, and allows pets. Hemlock Hill specifically caters to equestrians with access to the trail system within Promised Land State Park. Campsites are equipped with water hookups, and the area offers modern facilities including showers, toilets, and a sanitary dump station. Reservations are required for the equestrian sites, which receive excellent ratings from visitors who appreciate the combination of camping amenities and horse-accessible trails.
World's End Equestrian Campground (Bridle Trailhead) in Loyalsock State Forest offers another option for horse owners approximately 40 miles from Factoryville. Located in Dushore, this established campground provides electrical hookups with both 50-amp and 30-amp service. The campground connects directly to the extensive trail network within Loyalsock State Forest, providing excellent riding opportunities through varied terrain. Picnic tables and fire rings are available at each site, and pets are permitted throughout the campground. While the facility lacks shower buildings, it does offer water hookups and sewer connections. The sites require reservations and can accommodate both tent and RV camping, making it suitable for weekend trail riding trips or longer equestrian camping stays during the warmer months.
"There is an environmental education center with programs, there is fishing and boating, and an amazing network if hiking and horse riding trails."
"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."
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"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. "
"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."
"3 hour drive from NYC, and a wonderful campsite with good weather in the summer - not too hot during the day and nice and cool overnight."
"We stayed in lower lake beechwood site 323. Was decent site only downside was fire pit area was very un-level for camping chairs, otherwise it’s a nice wooded site with privacy."
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GuideStayed 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.
TravelerThe 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.
GuideStayed in the fairly new ledges loop that are all full hookup sites. Nice large sites, beautiful area, friendly rangers. Nice play area for kids, water craft rentals, nice lake. Plenty of picnic areas for day trips.
TravelerKeen lake is the most cleanest friendliest family environment campsite you will ever find. Beautiful lake great fishing. Activities all day long for the children. Great general store that has everything in it that is open from sun up to sundown. The nachos and ice cream are the best. Super friendly staff. It's big they have tent sites right along the lake the lake is huge there's so much I could say but I would run out of room. I started coming here when I was four and I am now 46 years old and it is just the best place ever. It will always have a special place in our heart. Look forward every year to coming here no matter what age my kids are they all have a blast. From tent sites to RVs to cottages to glamping you name it they have it highly recommend it. Recently went camping to somewhere a little bit closer to home and it's nothing compared to here. It's like comparing Macy's to Walmart. You will never regret coming here. So pack your family up and have a great time.
TravelerWent tent camping for 3 nights, easy to get to, bathrooms were clean and so was the site. Sites were a good size and not on top of each other. Firewood was available in the area. But not much for stores so pack everything in before.
LegendThis 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. There are several campgrounds, with tremendous variety for every camping style. There are standard car camping tent sites, RV sites, and yurts and camper cabins. For those who like more rustic options, there are hike-in sites that are beautiful and not far from the parking area. The campsites are nestled in a deep shady mature forest, and peaceful and quiet due to the wooded aspect and spacing of sites (at least for me, in September in a hike-in site not far from the regular campground). It is nice to have such a fine camping and outdoor recreation opportunity within an easy drive of the city of Clarks Summit, so probably a great weekend getaway for local folks, but a wonderful stopover for anyone on a road trip through northern PA as it is not far off Interstate 81. I was there only one day, but would like to be back to explore the trails!
GuideFirst trip of the season and we were amazed. Not crowded this time of year, serene, and perfect weather. We collected our own firewood as there is none for sale in the state park. We thought that was going to be a problem but we were okay with it!
Hiked 2 short easy trails (Little Falls and the Conservation Nature Loop- which we drove to). Absolutely beautiful! Bathrooms were clean and water was hot in the shower.
We will be visiting again!
LegendNice state park. Wooded campgrounds. Nice sites. Boating and fishing.
ScoutWe have camped here in tents and with our teardrop trailer. All of our experiences have been good. Clean bathrooms are essential and even when the large campground is full the bathrooms have been clean. It is a state park and so the campsites are often close, but we don’t mind. We’d be somewhere else if isolation was what we wanted.
Equestrian campers near Factoryville, Pennsylvania can access dedicated trail networks and accommodations across several state parks and forests. The region's diverse terrain in northeastern Pennsylvania ranges from gentle valleys to Pocono Mountain foothills, with elevations varying from 650 to 1,900 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 65°F to 85°F, with cooler nights even during peak season.
Lakeside recreation: Lackawanna State Park offers water activities beyond horseback riding with a swimming beach and boat rentals. "The swimming beach looked nice. They do have boat rental. Our site and the others we saw were nicely shaded," reports Lackawanna State Park Campground visitor Amy V.
Seasonal water sports: Several campgrounds maintain swimming beaches alongside their horse facilities. At Keen Lake Resort Campground, Shannon C. notes: "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."
Hiking trail exploration: Promised Land State Park features accessible trails for both riders and hikers. "The Conservation Walk on the island is short, easy, and beautiful. Well-marked," explains Alaina Z. about her experience at Pickerel Point Campground, adding that "all sites have little trails down to the water."
Lakefront campsites: Many equestrian campgrounds offer waterfront sites. According to Carolyn M. at Pickerel Point Campground: "Mine overlooked the water and had a gorgeous sunset. There was a beach nearby that was an excellent place to gaze at the stars."
Clean facilities: Horse-friendly campgrounds maintain their bathroom facilities regularly. "Bathrooms were clean and so was the site. Sites were a good size and not on top of each other," shares Siobhan D. about Lower Lake Campground Beechwood Area.
Family-friendly amenities: Campgrounds near Factoryville combine horse facilities with family recreation. Emily Z. from Keen Lake Resort notes: "My kids really loved having a pool to swim in, in addition to the lake," adding "this is a great place to bring an RV. Great for families."
Site selection matters: When booking equestrian sites, location affects your experience. Emily Z. advises at Keen Lake: "Get a site on the lake. You won't have a ton of privacy but you'll have space for your stuff. If you don't want to drive during your stay, camp on the side w/ the beach and pool."
Pet policies vary: While most horse campgrounds allow pets, rules differ by campground. Nancy L. from Lower Lake Campground Beechwood Area shares: "Certain sites allow pets. My favorite site does, plus I can launch my kayak right from there."
Site terrain considerations: Many equestrian campgrounds have varied terrain. Alaina Z. cautions: "Chunky bluestone gravel on the sites, so bring a sleeping pad!" She also mentions "sites have nice sizable fire pits, but they are very tall. It's difficult to cook over them."
Activities for children: Horse campgrounds typically offer programming for kids. At Keen Lake Resort, one camper reports: "My step son enjoyed the crafts and organized activities," while another states: "They have activity coordinators that make sure there is something to do for all ages every hour of the day!"
Safety considerations: Equestrian areas maintain security for family campers. "The security is great and patrol to make sure quiet hours are quiet to be courtiers to other campers that want quiet time," shares Mike H. about his experience camping with family.
Year-round options: Some horse campgrounds near Factoryville operate throughout winter. Mara S. from Lackawanna State Park notes: "This was my second visit in the cold months. Sites have electric but no water. Spigot close by. Heated cozy bathhouse with clean showers."
Hookup availability: Equestrian sites typically offer various hookup options. "We had full hookups (20/30/50 amp, water & sewer). There's no cable but we were able to pickup about 6 channels with our digital antenna," shares Debbie W. about her RV experience.
Site leveling: Some horse campground sites require adjustment. "Two electric hookups would trip the 50 amp circuit breaker on any load about 30 amps, which means the hookups are old and unmaintained," cautions David from Lackawanna State Park.
Weather preparedness: RVers at equestrian campgrounds should plan for variable conditions. One visitor at Lower Lake Campground states: "We stayed one night when it happened to rain all evening. So, we stayed inside our camper," highlighting the importance of having shelter options.
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