Promised Land State Park forms the core of camping options near Greentown, Pennsylvania, with elevation ranging from 1,800 to 1,900 feet in the Pocono Plateau region. The area features a mix of coniferous and deciduous forest surrounding two man-made lakes. Winter camping options remain available at select campgrounds through the cold months when temperatures frequently drop below freezing.
What to do
Kayaking access points: At Pickerel Point Campground, campers can launch directly from lakeside sites. "My favorite site does, plus I can launch my kayak right from there!" notes camper Nancy L. The campground offers both electric hookups and primitive sites around the lake.
Fishing opportunities: Keen Lake and surrounding water bodies provide freshwater fishing for various species. "The kids caught multiple sunnies and even a small perch," reports Shannon C. from Keen Lake Resort Campground. The resort provides boat rentals and a dedicated swimming area separate from fishing zones.
Trail hiking: Conservation Island and Little Falls trails offer popular short hikes. "The Conservation Walk on the island is short, easy, and beautiful. Well-marked," notes a camper at Pickerel Point. For longer excursions, the 5-mile lake loop at Tobyhanna State Park provides moderate terrain suitable for day hiking.
What campers like
Lakefront sites: Many campers prioritize waterfront access when selecting campsites. "We had site 100 and amazing views of the water from our camper," shares Kelly F. about her experience at Deerfield Campground. The most popular sites feature direct lake views and quick water access.
Clean facilities: Bathroom and shower cleanliness receives consistent positive mentions. "Beautiful new bathrooms," notes one camper at Pickerel Point, while another at The Pines Campground mentions "Clean and modern bath house, water close by, and great camp hosts."
Wildlife viewing: The Greentown area offers opportunities to observe native wildlife. "We got to see an eagles' nest near our campsite," reports Marlaina M. from Tobyhanna State Park. Bear sightings also occur regularly, with park staff providing safety information to campers.
What you should know
Winter accessibility: Select campgrounds maintain year-round operations. "This was my second visit in the cold months. Sites have electric but no water. Spigot close by. Heated cozy bathhouse with clean showers," reports Mara S. about Pickerel Point's winter accommodations.
Site variability: Campsite quality and privacy vary significantly between and within campgrounds. At Lower Lake Campground Northwoods Area, "The pull-through sites don't offer much in the way of privacy, but that's the trade off for convenience," notes camper Angel A.
Cell service limitations: Connectivity remains limited throughout the region. "The only negative is that I had almost no cell reception with Verizon," reports a winter camper at Pickerel Point. Some campgrounds offer Wi-Fi near facilities buildings, but most sites lack reliable connection.
Tips for camping with families
Children's activities: Several campgrounds offer organized programs. "Can never go wrong here. Was pleasantly surprised they have programs for kids," shares John R. about Pickerel Point and Deerfield campgrounds. Educational ranger programs often include wildlife presentations and nature walks.
Swimming options: Lower Lake Campground Rhododendron Area provides beach access for families. "Great beach area for swimming and kayaking," notes Annette M. Many campers recommend bringing personal flotation devices as lifeguards are not always present.
Bicycle-friendly areas: Several campgrounds feature paved roads suitable for children learning to ride. "Love that the road is paved, it makes it easy for the kids to ride bikes, skate etc," notes Paula R. about Pickerel Point. Most campgrounds enforce bicycle rules including helmet requirements.
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Electric service ranges from 30 to 50 amp depending on the campground area. "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," reports Debbie W. about Pickerel Point.
Site surfaces: Many RV sites feature gravel pads. "Chunky bluestone gravel on the sites," notes one Pickerel Point camper, recommending good stabilization and leveling equipment. Water spigot access points may require extra hose length at some campgrounds.
Dump station capacity: Holiday weekends can create congestion at sanitary stations. "Big line at dump station when we were leaving," reports Greg S. about his stay in the Northwoods loop. Plan for potential wait times during peak checkout periods, especially on Sundays.
