Cabins near Hunlock Creek, Pennsylvania range from modern camping estates to rustic mountain accommodations nestled in the Endless Mountains region of northeastern Pennsylvania. Situated within a 30-minute radius, these woodland retreats experience cold winters with temperatures often dropping below freezing from December through February, while summer months typically see daytime highs around 80°F. Many cabin locations maintain accessibility year-round, though services and amenities vary significantly by season.
What to do
Hiking at Worlds End State Park: Located about 40 minutes from Hunlock Creek, the park features 44 miles of trails with varying difficulty levels. "The park has some good trails with amazing views, a beach area and Loyalsock creek. The campsite was a bit cramped and right next to the main road going in and out of the park," notes one camper at Worlds End State Park Campground.
Waterfall exploration: Red Rock Mountain Campground provides quick access to numerous waterfall hikes within Ricketts Glen State Park. A visitor explains, "Peaceful little campground five minutes from Ricketts Glen State Park. Accommodating and friendly hosts, clean bath house and firewood for sale on site."
Swimming and recreation: During summer months, several cabin locations offer swimming options. At Pioneer Campground, "Two others and I camped here in May of 2017 and we had a wonderful time. Our tent site was secluded and quiet, but not too far off the beaten path! It was super hot so the pool was a nice cool down after a long day."
What campers like
Private wooded settings: Many campers value the secluded nature of Whispering Pines Camping Estates, where sites provide substantial personal space. As one camper describes, "One of the quietest and most spacious campgrounds we've ever stayed in. As you'll see in the pictures, our campsite was probably a good 200-300 feet or more from the other sites on either side of us so we basically had a large front yard."
Year-round availability: Unlike seasonal options, some cabin facilities remain open throughout winter. Whispering Pines operates year-round, while Hickory Run's cabins provide a cold-weather alternative. According to a visitor, "We had the pleasure of renting a cabin at World's End State Park for the first time in February 2016... We were immediately in love with the babbling river that ran right beside our cabin. On cold days and nights we could stay warm under our roof covered front porch fireplace and still enjoy being outside."
Proximity to wilderness: Many cabin locations border state forests or parks. At Hickory Run State Park Campground, one visitor notes, "We took a drive on 2 afternoons on a stone road through the woods to see the Boulder Field. It was a beautiful drive. We were on the lookout for bear, but only saw 3 deer."
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Many rural cabin locations have minimal connectivity. At Whispering Pines, a camper warns, "We have Verizon and my work phone is T-Mobile and at most would get 2 bars of LTE but it mostly stayed at 1 so if we weren't connected to the internet or our jetpack our phones were basically useless."
Wildlife precautions: Bear activity requires proper food storage at several sites. "Be aware that this area has a high bear population and all campers are required to keep food items in their vehicles or trailers when not at the site," advises a visitor to Hickory Run State Park.
Weather preparation: Temperature fluctuations can be significant, especially during spring and fall. A camper at Moyers Grove Campground notes, "We enjoyed our weekend stay at Moyer's Grove. The sites were a nice size and were well shaded. The campground was quiet and peaceful. We saw deer daily."
Bathroom accessibility: Bathroom facilities vary widely between locations. A visitor to Red Rock Mountain Campground shared, "This campground takes you back in time. There are all these tiny little outdated but cute cottages and a bath house. Very cool."
Tips for camping with families
Halloween events: Several campgrounds host popular seasonal activities. A visitor to Pioneer Campground shares, "This has become a new tradition for our family and friends. We started with a trip in the summer because of their candy bar hunt and heated swimming pool. We try to get the same campsite each year because it is wooded and spacious."
Playground access: For younger children, some cabins offer easy access to play areas. At Lake Glory Campground, "We stay at lake glory every year while visiting Knoebels. It's so much quieter than Knoebels campground and so much more room. We love the creek side sites! Kids can wade in the water to cool off while parents are chatting and cooking just few feet away."
Amusement park proximity: Several cabin options provide convenient access to Knoebels Amusement Park. A Lake Glory visitor notes, "Plenty of tent, rv spots and cabins too. The lake is stocked and the fish are always hungry. 10 minutes to Knoebels with the mighty Phoenix. The best wooden coaster on the planet."
Fishing opportunities: Many locations offer stocked ponds or stream access for family fishing. "There is a lake you can fish in and a play ground for the kids. A decent camp store for the little things you may have forgot at home," mentions a Lake Glory camper.
Tips from RVers
Water connections: Bring extra-long hoses at certain campgrounds. A Moyers Grove camper advises, "Make sure you have a LONG water hose. We actually had to buy a 50 foot hose in the camp store to accommodate the distance to the spigot."
Limited dump stations: Plan for possible wait times on busy weekends. A visitor to Pioneer Campground observed, "I don't believe most sites have a sewer connection, and there is only one dump station, but the owner John was going around pumping people out Sunday morning when the line to the dump station was long."
Leveling requirements: Prepare with adequate blocks for uneven terrain. A camper at Knoebels Campground mentioned, "The site was plenty spacious for our pup and TV, but was not level at all. In fact, none of the surrounding sites looked very level."
Site selection: Choose locations based on privacy needs and noise considerations. "Sites vary in size quite a bit and this happened to be one of the largest ones, made for a larger camper/motor home but also had a mulched area for tents which was nice," reports a World's End visitor.
