Cabins near Honesdale, Pennsylvania rest within the northern Pocono Mountains at elevations around 1,400 feet. The region features mixed hardwood forests surrounding multiple lakes and ponds. Winter temperatures regularly drop below freezing from December through March, with summer highs typically reaching the upper 70s to low 80s. Camping options remain open through different seasons with many sites closing from mid-October through April.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: At Cherry Ridge Campsites and Lodging, visitors have access to a stocked lake for fishing. "Multi site facility with many activities. Campfires permitted, fishing, row boat rental, bath house, dance hall. Country kitchen has breakfast and lunch on Saturday, breakfast only on Sunday," notes Beverly J.
Paddling options: Keen Lake Resort Campground provides multiple water craft options. "We had SUPs and kayaks to take on the lake and our sites were right next to the boat launch. Each day we would paddle over to the swimming area on the lake," shares Shannon C. The resort also offers paddle boats and row boats for rental.
Hiking trails: The forests around Honesdale contain numerous hiking paths ranging from short nature loops to longer connecting trails. "We hiked 2 short easy trails (Little Falls and the Conservation Nature Loop- which we drove to). Absolutely beautiful!" reports Angie G. about trails at Promised Land State Park.
What campers like
Lakeside sites: Waterfront cabin sites provide both views and easy water access. At Pickerel Point Campground, "We had site 100 and amazing views of the water from our camper. The trails were beautiful, recommend little falls trail," says Kelly F. Many cabin sites include paths to the shoreline for fishing or launching kayaks.
Clean facilities: Modern bathhouses and shower facilities rank highly among visitor priorities. "The bathrooms were the cleanest we've ever experienced at a campground," observed Emily Z. about Keen Lake. Another visitor to Lower Lake Campground noted, "Bathrooms were clean and water was hot in the shower."
Camp stores: On-site stores provide convenience items without requiring trips into town. "The store has a huge selection of necessities, so no need to worry about forgetting things," reports Emily Z. Cherry Ridge's country kitchen offers weekend meals which allows campers to enjoy breakfast without cooking.
What you should know
Reservation timing: Cabins fill quickly during peak season. "Advance reservations are essential, particularly for summer weekends when occupancy reaches capacity," is standard advice for the area.
Site variations: Secluded Acres Campground offers different levels of privacy. "The size of the spaces would depend on where you are. We saw primitive sites that are ginormous. Also saw RV sites that were very close to each other," notes Luis B. Cabin locations vary significantly in terms of proximity to neighbors.
Seasonal operations: Most private campgrounds operate from spring through fall only. "The place is big. Many people live here, but there are spots to rent. Primitive site or not, they have a spot for you," mentions Luis B. about the seasonal community at Secluded Acres. State parks like Promised Land maintain some year-round cabins.
Tips for camping with families
Water activities: Valley View Farm and Campground provides outdoor recreation options. "Great spots to setup your own tent as well as cabins and trailers. My daughter and I highly recommend this campground to anyone who loves the forest and the peace and tranquility that comes along with it," says Steve.
Organized activities: Some campgrounds schedule events specifically for younger campers. "My kids really loved having a pool to swim in, in addition to the lake," adds Emily Z. about Keen Lake. Mike H. shares, "They have activity coordinators that make sure there is something to do for all ages every hour of the day!"
Proximity planning: Consider distances between cabin and amenities when selecting sites with children. "If you don't want to drive during your stay, camp on the side w/ the beach and pool," advises Emily Z. Cabin locations at opposite ends of larger properties may require driving to reach beaches or playgrounds.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Many cabins share areas with RV sites, and terrain varies significantly. "The RV sites are spaced out nicely," observes Charlotte D. about Keen Lake Resort Campground. "Our site was well maintained and flat which were the most important," notes Emily Z.
Utility reliability: Honesdale-Poconos KOA maintains consistent electrical service. "Exactly what we expected. KOAs are known for being clean and this was no exception," reports Corey M. KOA facilities typically maintain standardized utility connections.
Campground layout: Consider proximity to high-traffic amenities. "We were on the far side of the lake which is not really within walking distance of the beach, pool and store. We knew this going in and were totally OK with it. It seemed less busy where we were as far as cars and people which is what we were looking for," explains Emily Z.
