RV camping near Fleetville, Pennsylvania offers access to the Delaware River watershed and Pocono Mountain foothills, with elevations ranging from 900 to 1,200 feet throughout Lackawanna County. Camping options span from state parks with wooded sites to private campgrounds along waterways. Seasonal temperature variations affect camping conditions, with summer highs averaging 82°F and spring/fall nights dropping to 40-50°F.
What to do
Riverside activities along Delaware River: At Soaring Eagle Campground and the Inn at Kellam's Bridge, water recreation stands out. "Nice campground right on the Delaware river great for fisherman, hikers also great for tubing down the Delaware or canoeing," notes Mike S. The campground provides equipment rentals for those without their own gear.
Lake-based recreation: Frances Slocum State Park offers diverse water activities on their lake. As one visitor explains, "A nice lake where you can rent boats or tie up your own right on the lake near the campground. Just the right size lake for kayaking." The park prohibits swimming in the lake but maintains a pool facility for swimmers.
Hiking through varied terrain: Multiple trail systems exist throughout the region. At Lackawanna State Park, visitors appreciate the "amazing network of hiking and horse riding trails" with trails directly along the lake being particularly popular. Janet R. mentions, "There is an environmental education center with programs, fishing and boating, and an amazing network of hiking and horse riding trails."
What campers like
Spacious, private sites: Clayton Park RV Escape earns praise for its site layout and atmosphere. "Excellent family quiet area. Pool boats, hike, relax," summarizes David R. The campground maintains a peaceful environment even during holiday weekends.
Clean facilities: Campground maintenance stands out across multiple locations. At Frances Slocum State Park, visitors note it as the "cleanest campground I have been to." While Robert H. describes Clayton Park RV Escape as "A well run, well staffed, facilities are excellent."
Year-round accessibility: Unlike most regional campgrounds that close October through April, Cozy Creek Family Campground operates year-round. Winter RV camping is available for cold-weather enthusiasts, though tent sites along the creek are primarily utilized in warmer months. The campground's waterfront sites are particularly appreciated: "The tent sites are right on the creek."
What you should know
Cell service and connectivity varies: While Fleetville area generally has coverage, quality differs by location and provider. At Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South, "Cell service is awful for AT&T and our T-Mobile gateway. Had to move to a new site to get away from the trees to get starlink connectivity," reports Nick E. Verizon typically performs better in wooded areas.
Road access challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult approach roads. At Cozy Creek, "The road in (Vacation lane) is dirt, rough and narrow," according to April L. This can be particularly challenging for larger RVs during rainy conditions when potholes fill with water.
Reservation timing matters: Most campgrounds require advance booking, especially for weekend stays. Many operate with first-come, first-served site selection after checking in. As Jim G. explains at Timothy Lake South, "This is a first-come, first-serve park in the Thousand Trails system so we had to drive around looking for a spot."
Tips for camping with families
Dedicated kid-friendly activities: Keen Lake Resort Campground specializes in family programming. "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!" writes Mike H. The campground maintains a regular activity schedule throughout the camping season.
Swimming options for children: Multiple swimming opportunities exist beyond just lakefront access. At Pine Valley RV Park & Campground, one parent shares, "So many things for kids to do. From boating, to giant swimming inflatables, putt putt even a giant slide. All part of the price of the campground."
Playground facilities: Most family-oriented campgrounds maintain playground equipment. Louis P. from Cozy Creek notes, "This is a fantastic campground! The grounds, the little store/coffee shop and the facilities were pristine." Many campgrounds also feature recreation fields for group activities.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: At Lackawanna State Park Campground, cheryl M. advises, "Stayed in the fairly new ledges loop that are all full hookup sites. Nice large sites, beautiful area, friendly rangers." Older electric-only loops offer more shade but potentially less reliable hookups.
Seasonal considerations: Winter RV camping requires special preparations. While most campgrounds close by mid-October, Thousand Trails Scotrun operates year-round with limited facilities. Kasey M. notes, "We came in at end of season, so pretty much everything seems closed. But, it's a beautiful campground."
Site width limitations: Many RV sites throughout the region are narrower than elsewhere. At Keen Lake, Emily Z. observes, "Most of the sites seem to be on the smaller size when compared to other campgrounds we've been too. That said we had plenty of space, it was just very close to the next site." Pull-through sites, while available, are limited at most campgrounds.
