Camping options near Kunkletown, Pennsylvania span across the surrounding Pocono Mountains region at elevations between 500-1,800 feet. Most campsites in this area experience a four-season climate with warm summers and cold winters, affecting seasonal availability of water hookups. The region features several state parks and private campgrounds within a 30-minute drive radius of Kunkletown.
What to do
Explore the boulder field: Hickory Run State Park offers a unique geological attraction with its 16-acre boulder field. "Boulders everywhere! Big ones, small ones, run (carefully) across them all! Beyond the Boulder field is a vast, scary, unknown," notes one camper at Hickory Run State Park Campground.
Visit the wolf preserve: Camp Taylor Campground provides access to a unique wildlife experience. "There is a section of RV spots that are each cut out in the woods so very private... You can take a short hike up the mountain there to see the wolves in the sanctuary. There are moments by the fire you can hear them howl in the distance," shares a visitor at Camp Taylor Campground.
Hike Mount Tammany: Several trails provide challenging hikes with rewarding views. "We hiked to the point at Mt Tammany for a great view of the river," notes a visitor. The trail is accessible directly from some campgrounds and offers panoramic views of the Delaware Water Gap.
What campers like
River access: Direct water access ranks highly among camper preferences. "Our campsite was located along the Delaware river with a short walk down to be able to launch our canoe and kayak. With the exception of a few noisy campers up from us it was an enjoyable time. The water is rather warm and swimming was enjoyable," reports a visitor at Driftstone Campground.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathhouses receive frequent praise. "Facilities were neat & clean, and there was a covered verandah with string lights, chairs & picnic tables outside the bathroom area," mentions a camper at Mountain Vista Campground.
Spacious sites: Campers appreciate larger sites for comfort and privacy. "Private. Beautiful. Go swimming at turtle beach! Nice space between the sites. They also have river front sites!" comments a visitor about Worthington State Forest Campground, which offers riverside camping with plenty of room between sites.
What you should know
Bear precautions: The area has a significant black bear population. "We were warned to be cautious about leaving food out as there have been some bear sightings," mentions a visitor at Hickory Run State Park. Many campgrounds require food storage in vehicles or trailers when not in use.
Seasonal differences: Winter camping limitations affect services. "We went near fall/winter month so no water hook-up but sewer and electric was good," notes a camper at Silver Valley Campsites, one of the few year-round options in the area.
Noise levels vary: Some campgrounds experience issues with after-hours noise. "The only negative experience was that we had a lot of noisy neighbors who ignored the quiet hours by playing loud music into the night and yelling in their drunken states. It would have been nice if the Rangers had properly enforced the quiet hours," shares one camper.
Tips for camping with families
Look for organized activities: Many campgrounds offer regular events. "They have awesome tricky trays, bingo, and more! The food they sell is delicious too!" shares an enthusiastic visitor at Don Laine Campground.
Choose playground-adjacent sites: Some campgrounds offer strategic family-friendly locations. "We did a family dry camp trip here. We stayed at sites 62 & 63. This place, and these sites, were perfect for a little disconnect from society and a little reconnect with our kids, parents and siblings. These two sites were next to the shower house and playground," recommends a visitor.
Consider swim options: Pools provide safer alternatives to river swimming for children. "Really nice campground. Staff was friendly and helpful. It's very secluded, no highway noise. Our spot backed up right to a creek and it was beautiful," notes a camper at Allentown KOA, which offers a pool and creek access.
Tips from RVers
Check site leveling: Some campsites require significant adjustment. "The only reason I didn't give this 5 stars is because our site wasn't level and it took hours to get it right. After that... we had the best time!!" shares an RV camper.
Site accessibility varies: Campground layouts may present challenges. "PLEASE NOTE: if you are towing or have a motorhome, make sure you follow the directions on the website. Coming in from the wrong road could lead you to a hairpin turn and steep hill," warns a visitor about Driftstone Campground.
Dump station availability: Not all campgrounds offer full hookups. "Allows pets but I wouldn't say pet friendly. Clean restrooms and showers," notes a camper at Evergreen Lake Campground, which provides sanitary dump facilities but limited sewer hookups at individual sites.
