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Best Campgrounds near Lake Harmony, PA

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The Pocono Mountains region surrounding Lake Harmony, Pennsylvania features a mix of established campgrounds and outdoor recreation areas. Hickory Run State Park Campground offers tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin accommodations approximately 5 miles from Lake Harmony. Peaceful Woodlands Campground in nearby Blakeslee provides 107 sites with electric hookups and cabin options. The area's camping landscape extends from state parks to private resorts, with most facilities concentrated along the forested highlands and waterways of northeastern Pennsylvania.

Camping season in the Poconos typically runs from mid-April through late October, with most campgrounds closing for winter. Hickory Run and Tobyhanna State Parks both operate from the second Friday in April until the third Sunday in October. Many campgrounds require reservations, particularly during summer weekends and fall foliage season when visitation peaks. The region's terrain varies from lakeside flats to rocky woodland settings, with some tent sites featuring gravel surfaces that can be challenging during wet weather. A visitor to Pickerel Point Campground noted, "Chunky bluestone gravel on the sites, so bring a sleeping pad!"

Waterfront camping locations receive particular attention from visitors to the region. Lake Jean at Ricketts Glen State Park provides direct water access from select campsites, allowing campers to launch kayaks and canoes from their sites. Several campgrounds feature lake views, including Tobyhanna State Park where one camper described "being able to wake up lakeside up in the mountain and looking at the view" as "an experience that I will always treasure." Mountain Vista Campground near East Stroudsburg caters primarily to RVs but receives criticism from tent campers who report being placed at the edges of the property. The region's campgrounds generally maintain clean facilities with adequate amenities, though visitors note varying levels of privacy between sites and occasional crowding during peak season.

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Best Camping Sites Near Lake Harmony, Pennsylvania (220)

    1. Hickory Run State Park Campground

    60 Reviews
    Albrightsville, PA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (272) 808-6192

    $20 - $72 / night

    "Great location lots of hiking trails right in the park and many more close by"

    "Hickory Run is in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. We had a full hook-up site in the back loop, pet friendly part of the campground.   "

    2. Tobyhanna State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Tobyhanna, PA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 894-8336

    $20 - $43 / night

    "Breathtaking views from nearby trails and nearby Big Pocono State Park. The park staff were very helpful and knowledgeable about nearby trails and best places to get the most out of the views!"

    "Scenic state park with a lake. You can swim in the lake in the summer or do a 5-mile hike around the lake along well-marked walk paths. There are at least two parking lots(no parking fees)."

    3. Peaceful Woodlands Campground

    4 Reviews
    Long Pond, PA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 646-9255

    $35 - $165 / night

    "ATV trail access so there are ATV’s moving about but it was not that bad."

    4. Jim Thorpe Camping Resort

    15 Reviews
    Jim Thorpe, PA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 325-2644

    "Makes it fun searching for a good position within the site, kinda like roughing it in the actual wild... so not really a complaint. Sites are not very private or secluded."

    "The sites were fine and I liked the location. Next to the creek where you can fish trout (don’t forget to buy a license). About 3 miles stroll along the creek to Jim Thorpe."

    5. Mount Pocono Campground

    9 Reviews
    Mount Pocono, PA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 839-8950

    $54 / night

    "Pocono Campground in the Poconos, Pennsylvania is a very active and fun vacation vacation destination! There are lots of amenities for every family member and the staff is friendly and welcoming."

    "Great hiking trail right from the site. Be prepared for walking up and downhill - quite the unexpected workout. Many seasonal sites with friendly people."

    6. Worthington State Forest Campground — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

    39 Reviews
    Shawnee on Delaware, NJ
    27 miles
    Website

    "The tent camping area was right along the river, some sites with direct access, some you'd have to walk a little more to the larger access areas."

    "Full bathrooms are located behind campsite #15 (clean flushing bathrooms, with motion-sensed lighting, showers, dishwashing sink), but easily accessible from campsites nearby."

    7. Lehigh Gorge Campground

    3 Reviews
    White Haven, PA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 443-9191

    "Bathrooms were close by and as clean as you can expect when camping. I’d certainly go back."

    "We are in a transient site which doesn't have much shade and it is close to the main road (although separated by some trees and brush).  

    The campers and campground are very quiet. "

    8. Hemlock Campground & Cottages

    5 Reviews
    Mount Pocono, PA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 894-4388

    9. Pickerel Point Campground — Promised Land State Park

    33 Reviews
    Skytop, PA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 676-3428

    $20 - $44 / night

    "Pros: -beautiful new bathrooms -private lakeside walk-in sites -beavers! Far away but exciting nonetheless -the Conservation Walk on the island is short, easy, and beautiful. Well-marked."

    "Some sites are right on the lake, just put the kayak on the shore, and you're ready for an early morning paddle."

    10. Mountain Vista Campground

    20 Reviews
    Shawnee on Delaware, PA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 223-0111

    "Love the Campground except our site is near a fairly busy road which takes away from that beautiful tranquility. They have camouflaged it as best they could. Friendly staff. Lots to do."

    "Close to Bushkill Falls which we hiked. 👍"

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  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Round Valley State Park Campground

    Get Your Hard-Core Hiking In To Enjoy This CG

    Located just south of I78 and near the small hamlets of Clinton and Lebanon, what I love most about Round Valley SP is the fact that it has its very own eponymous fresh water reservoir, which spanning some 2,350 acres and is 180 feed deep in the middle, this body of water provides a solid amount of upside for anyone wanting to kayak, canoe or swim. One of the greatest assets at this particular SP CG are the wonderful rangers who keep this place in such tip-top condition year-round. From the North Picnic Area, Bray’s Hill Preserve and Round Valley Beachhead to the East Picnic Area, Round Valley Farm on the eastern side of the reservoir as well as Round Valley Rec Area, there’s a lot to explore at this SP.

    One interesting fact about this place– believe it or not– it is the only NJ SP that actually offers up true wilderness camping(a.k.a. primitive), which can only be accessed by hiking 3 to 6 miles– or if you come with your own boat, you can access by water– and can be found on the SE corner of the reservoir. There is a second area nearby called Spruce Run Recreation Area that can be accessed by driving to this location, which is on the other side of I78 NW of Round Valley SP. That said, if you’re looking to camp here at Round Valley, I highly recommend you boat in as the hiking path is incredibly difficult to manage without hauling all of your camping gear, so coming in with a ton of gear is even more difficult/ prohibitive.

    When you finally do arrive to this primitive CG immersed in NJ’s thick wild foliage, you’ll experience waterfront bliss with a crystalline bevy of trout-infused reservoir water, and you won’t get much in the way of amenities, apart from a few random water pumps and some rocks piled in a circle that, um, I guess makes up a fire ring. While there are backwoods-style bathroom pits, these are very ill-managed and you’ll come across the‘stank’ well before actually even arriving here, so we just didn’t use them. There’s picnic tables, but the one we had was in pretty rough condition. The thing I found odd about the place is that after hiking so far in to get to this location, you’re not allowed to swim in the reservoir, which kind of defeats the entire point IMHO. That said, the views are amazing and because there’s nothing else in these parts, you will experience true peace in nature.

    Insider’s tips? Here’s a few:(1) Whether hiking or kayaking to this CG, you will want to bring as little with you as possible– packing too much to come here just isn’t worth the work;(2) We found parking in the Southern Lot to be perfectly fine and while we were initially worried about leaving our vehicle parked there for a few nights, we were reassured by the park rangers who patrol the lot constantly;(3) While the water in the reservoir may look crystal clear, it is not crystal clean and I would STRONGLY encourage anyone who thinks that it is OK to drink from the reservoir to at least use a Life Straw to ensure they don’t get sick;(4) I have hiked throughout the entire US and consider myself somewhere between a moderate to skilled hiker and I found these trails challenging and uneven, so while the hike we made was only 3 miles, it was not easy and I would be worried about someone breaking an ankle getting to this CG– so at a minimum, ensure you are wearing proper hiking boots. Seriously, for what this SP puts you through to access this CG one really needs to question why they’re being charged anything at all in the first place.

    Happy Camping!

  • Kylie R.
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Mountain Vista Campground

    A mix of being able to unplug but also have the ammenities avavilble if wanted/needed

    This campground is very clean, staff and campers are very friendly. It’s a great spot if you have kids because they have many different activities(pool/arcade games/movie nights/ and more.)

  • Damia F.
    Aug. 29, 2025

    High Point State Park Campground

    Relaxing and Well-Maintained

    Stayed 2 nights and it was really nice. Camping for summer is pretty limited to Sawmill Lake, as the other locations are for groups or winter camping. Camps are secluded from each other and most if not all have an elevated space to put tents or chairs. Each place comes with a lamp hang, a fire pit, and a picnic table. Bathrooms are spaced out. No running water except for pump founded outside of the bathrooms. Toilets are pump flushed. Showers are only located INSIDE High Point State Park, not throughout the campsites, but entry is free for campers. One hiking trail is accessible in Sawmill campground, 3 others are accessible on the road outside of the campground and the rest are located inside the park. When you arrive you have to check in with the park office for your campsite tag. Hours are 8-4. Park officials come through the campsites pretty regularly, a few times a day which is nice. Areas are clean and well maintained.

  • j
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Cranberry Run Campground

    Don’t Stay here!!

    It’s not a campground. It’s where people stash their rvs, some of whom seem to live here permanently. Caretaker was rude. Sites were all rocky and many on steep inclines. Complete waste of our time. Plus, the site looks nothing like the pictures they post, which is an area you can’t camp at. Don’t stay here.

  • b
    Aug. 21, 2025

    Thunder Swamp Trailhead

    Gravel lot

    It’s a gravel parking lot. Plenty of shade. No one bothered me.

  • Adeline M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Worthington State Forest Campground — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

    Nice campground loud campers

    Great open spot with some shade, depending on when you go we have noticed there tends to be a lot of loud disrespectful people who are there to party not camp. It’s nice to be on the Delaware and not many campgrounds have water access or a boat ramp so that’s a plus. Showers, sinks, and toilets are available.

  • Janine D.
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Kittatinny Campground

    Not worth the money or time

    If we could rate this a 0 we would.  We were expecting a weekend of kayaking and relaxation when in fact we got an overcrowded, noisy and dirty weekend that was overpriced.  I will give the river a 10, it was beautiful, welcoming and refreshing in the warm sun.  We arrived at about 8:00 in the evening with several camps blaring different genre of music, not a problem, considering we still like it as loud as possible sometimes, but it didn't end at quiet time, it continue until well over midnight.  The campsites are so close together it was like being packed into a sardine can.  The campsite across the pathway didn't have their dog on a lead and we woke up with a pile of dog excrement next to our trailer, that was a howdy-do morning for ya.  We were super excited to take our kayaks out on the river, paddle up stream and float down with our pup, but we were told that we couldn't launch from this location.  (What kind of crap is that)  This location was a receiving location only and "absolutely no launching" was allowed.  If you are looking for a party spot to come with your friends, this is definitely the place for you!  If your looking for a chill place to camp next to the river where you can tube, kayak and enjoy your peaceful weekend, this is NOT the place.  The amount of money we spent for 2 nights was outrageous for such a sucky weekend, will not be going back!

  • Dani T.
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Bake Oven Knob

    Bake Oven lot & Appalachian Trail

    I've overnighted in my van here a bunch, no problems. This spot is both part of the Appalachian Trail and a day hiking area for the Bake Oven Knob, which is a high point on the Blue Mountain ridge of the Appalachian Mountains near Germansville, Pennsylvania. There are two large lots. You can park and sleep, or hike in and find a place for a tent. There's also a trail shelter about a .5 mile in, but I haven't been to that. The hike to the overlook is really lovely; short and rocky.

  • Jennifer G.
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Lakewood Park Campground

    Beautiful and Fun

    Beautiful and fun. Kind staff. Hoping for a dog park in the future.

Guide to Lake Harmony

Camping near Lake Harmony, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails around the area. Many campers rave about the hiking opportunities. One visitor at Hickory Run State Park Campground said, "The hiking in the area was gorgeous and pet friendly."
  • Swimming: Enjoy a refreshing dip at local beaches. A reviewer from Pickerel Point Campground mentioned, "It was a short walk to the beach area for swimming."
  • Fishing: Cast a line in nearby lakes. Campers at Locust Lake State Park Campground noted, "The lake was very clean," making it a great spot for fishing.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Tobyhanna State Park Campground said, "The facilities were clean, well organized, and access to the lake was satisfactory."
  • Spacious Campsites: Campers enjoy having room to spread out. One reviewer at Mountain Vista Campground mentioned, "All sites have ample room," which is great for families.
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds are known for their welcoming atmosphere. A camper at Camp Taylor Campground shared, "The family that operates this place are the friendliest and most accommodating hosts."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can get busy and noisy, especially during peak season. A visitor at Worthington State Forest Campground noted, "If you are looking for a nice peaceful getaway...this is not it."
  • Site Proximity: Campsites can be close together, which might not suit everyone. A camper at Pickerel Point Campground mentioned, "Camp sites are very close together."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may lack certain amenities like electric hookups. A reviewer at Locust Lake State Park Campground said, "No water or electric hookup at this site."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds or game rooms. A parent at Mountain Vista Campground mentioned, "Lots of stuff to do for kids including a game room."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A camper at Camp Taylor Campground said, "The kids are kids!!! They play in the creek, get dirty, build fires and hike on the premises."
  • Quiet Hours: Respect quiet hours to ensure everyone has a good time. A visitor at Tobyhanna State Park Campground appreciated that "quiet hours were strictly enforced."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Driftstone Campground noted, "Sites are huge and clean."
  • Dump Station Availability: Look for campgrounds with dump stations. A visitor at Allentown KOA mentioned, "They allow to dump and fill fresh water for a small $10."
  • Road Conditions: Be prepared for hilly roads. A camper at Camp Taylor Campground advised, "Make sure if you’re towing, you have a good tow vehicle because the hills on the way there are epic."

Camping near Lake Harmony, Pennsylvania, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Whether you're hiking, swimming, or just relaxing, there's something for every camper to enjoy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there RV parks available at Lake Harmony?

Yes, the Lake Harmony area has several RV-friendly options. Blue Rocks Family Campground accommodates RVs with spacious sites nestled in the woods and rolling hills, offering a natural setting while still providing necessary hookups. Another excellent option is Jim Thorpe Camping Resort, which welcomes big rigs and provides full amenities for RV campers. Both parks offer reservable sites, water access, and toilet facilities. The Lake Harmony region generally has good road access for RVs, though it's advisable to check specific site dimensions when booking, as some older campgrounds may have narrower roads or smaller sites not suitable for larger rigs.

Where are the best campgrounds at Lake Harmony, PA?

While Lake Harmony itself has limited camping directly on its shores, the surrounding Pocono Mountains area offers excellent options. Hickory Run State Park Campground is a top choice near White Haven, just minutes from Lake Harmony, offering drive-in sites with toilets and reservable spaces. For a family-friendly experience with extensive amenities, Peaceful Woodlands Campground near Blakeslee provides a convenient base for Lake Harmony activities. Both campgrounds offer a peaceful natural setting while maintaining proximity to the lake's recreational opportunities. For the best experience, book well in advance during summer months when these campgrounds fill quickly due to Lake Harmony's popularity.

What hiking trails are accessible from Lake Harmony campgrounds?

Lake Harmony and its surrounding campgrounds offer access to numerous scenic hiking trails. From Mountain Vista Campground, you can easily reach multiple local trails that wind through the Pocono Mountains, offering varied terrain and difficulty levels. For more adventurous hikers, Kittatinny Campground provides access to trails along the Delaware River with beautiful riverside views. The region also connects to sections of the Appalachian Trail, particularly from the Blue Rocks area. Trails range from easy lakeside walks to challenging mountain ascents with rocky terrain (Pennsylvania is nicknamed "Rocksylvania" by AT hikers for a reason). Most trails are well-maintained and marked, though hikers should bring detailed maps as cell service can be spotty in more remote areas.

What cabin options are available for camping at Lake Harmony?

The Lake Harmony area offers diverse cabin accommodations for those seeking a blend of camping and comfort. Hemlock Campground & Cottages near Tobyhanna provides cozy cabin options with convenient access to Lake Harmony's attractions. These cabins offer a more rustic experience while still providing essential amenities. For more premium cabin accommodations, Mount Pocono Campground features cabin rentals with additional amenities including a huge swimming pool, toddler pool, and on-site store. Most cabins in the area require advance reservations, particularly during summer months, and typically have a minimum stay requirement during peak season. Amenities vary widely, from basic shelter to fully-equipped units with kitchenettes.

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