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Lower Lake Campground Hemlock Hill Equestrian Area in Promised Land State Park provides horse-friendly camping in Greentown, Pennsylvania, approximately 15 miles from Lords Valley. The area features campsites specifically designed to accommodate horses and their owners, with both tent and RV sites available. Electric hookups (30-amp and 50-amp), water connections, and sewer hookups support extended stays. Sites include standard campground amenities such as picnic tables and fire rings where fires are permitted. The campground maintains clean shower facilities and toilets for campers. Sites receive a perfect 5-star rating from visitors who appreciate the combination of horse accommodations and standard camping facilities.
Bridle trails throughout Promised Land State Park connect directly to the Hemlock Hill Equestrian Area, allowing riders convenient access to woodland paths. The park encompasses approximately 3,000 acres with multiple lakes and forested terrain suitable for day rides. Reservations are required for the equestrian camping area and can be made through the Pennsylvania state park reservation system. Horse owners should bring their own feed, as there are no on-site provisions for horse supplies. The park's location in the Pocono Mountains provides scenic riding opportunities through diverse terrain. Proper manure management is expected of all equestrian campers using the facilities. State park rules apply, including restrictions on alcohol consumption and requirements for keeping pets leashed when not contained at campsites.
"We stayed at the campsite at Lake Ocquittunk Area. Campsite was very spacious and had a platform where we were able to fit two tents. There was plenty of space on the site for more tents."
"* Water and dumpsters are within walking distance, or if you are not up to walking you can just take a short drive to fill up and dispose of your trash
- There are outhouses scattered around, or if"
from $7 - $55 / night
Check Availability"3 hour drive from NYC, and a wonderful campsite with good weather in the summer - not too hot during the day and nice and cool overnight."
"We stayed in lower lake beechwood site 323. Was decent site only downside was fire pit area was very un-level for camping chairs, otherwise it’s a nice wooded site with privacy."
from $27 - $29 / night
Check Availability"I stayed on a lakeside electric/water site for 5 nights in August 2020. It was SO BEAUTIFUL. We had SUPs and kayaks to take on the lake and our sites were right next to the boat launch. "
"We didn’t have a view of the lake, instead we were in someone’s back yard lol. It wasn’t a big deal. The site was well maintained and flat which were the most important."
from $25 / night
Check Availability"We stayed at site #T007 is was a short walk from the car to the site, but so worth it for many reasons."
"The caping set up was nice and I enjoyed the proximity to available hikes in the area. The ‘lake’ however, was kind of a disappointment."
"If you're there in the summer, I'd recommend taking a kayak around the lake and filling it with wild blueberries. Lots of hiking options as well."
"The Appalachian Trail crosses through here also."
from $5 - $75 / night
Check Availability"There is an environmental education center with programs, there is fishing and boating, and an amazing network if hiking and horse riding trails."
"The sites were a little close to each other and where we were in the park was a mixed use area. So we had an RV next to us with the Genny running all day."
from $20 - $90 / night
Check Availability"Park employees and park police drive around through the day. Some big groups of campers got a little rowdy at night. The bathrooms were absolutely disgusting."
"The actual site was nice and was close to the bathrooms. There was plenty of shade as the sun moved throughout the day."
"This location was about an hour and a half away from our home so it was far enough to feel like we were getting away but close enough that we could be home quickly in case of an emergency since we decided"
from $125 / night
GuideStayed October 14 without reservations because website showed lots of availability. Office was closed (M-F 8-4) so submitted honor system envelope with cash and stayed at Site 041 on Carpenter loop. Shower building was a short walk and was spacious enough. Water temp didn’t quite reach hot but was warm enough.
Electric kept on tripping breaker.
TravelerThe state park is beautiful. The site was very nice. The park itself is very big with many activities available such as boat rentals and a swimming pool. There's also an amphitheatre which hosts specials. During our stay the only activity we made it to was the pool. The main reason we didn't do more was the distance. We have a motorhome so we didn't have additional vehicles to get to and from places. We walked to the park which according to my Fitbit was 1.5 miles away. That doesn't seem too bad until you realize it's mostly hills in both directions! We are a fairly active young family who has no problem with a bit of a walk but after that experience we decided to just spend the remainder of our trip hanging out at our site. It's a good thing we only stayed 2 nights because our 10 year old might've lost his mind with boredom if we stayed longer. Overall, the site we had was great and I'd recommend it. My husband and I may come back for a couples date weekend.
RangerI've visited the MOC a bunch of times, and have taken training classes here also. There are campsites for tent camping, cabin stays where you can rent a whole cabin or rent a bunk in a cabin with others. There is a store as well as food options. It's a great place to visit whether you grab a meal, a bunk, or just take a hike. The Appalachian Trail crosses through here also.
TravelerWe’re here for the Rock, Ribs, and Ridges festival and what a great experience! Make sure to bring a 50’ power cord as the hook ups are grouped together on telephone poles rather than at each individual site. As far as I know camping is only available during select events.
GuideWe stayed at a tent platform site in Shotwell camping area. The platforms could use a little maintenance as there were a few tie down hooks that were missing or corroded. The campsites are close around this loop that includes lean-tos, but not so close that you are bothered by your neighbors normal sounds. The bathroom is close and clean. There is a bear box at each campsite which gave peace of mind. Firewood is available for sale at the park office. The staff there is very welcoming. Great Jersey getaway with gorgeous hiking trails.
GuideStayed in the fairly new ledges loop that are all full hookup sites. Nice large sites, beautiful area, friendly rangers. Nice play area for kids, water craft rentals, nice lake. Plenty of picnic areas for day trips.
GuideThere are four campgrounds that are all pretty different, we stayed at Shotwell across from the pond. For the most part, each campsite has its own porta potty or it shared with a couple other sites. At the entrance of the campground, there is a bathhouse with running water, bathrooms, and potable water. We stayed in one of the RV areas across the pond. It was peaceful to hear the frogs chirping at night, but definitely didn’t think about how many more bugs the pond would bring, probably wouldn’t stay at that specific spot again even though it’s really pretty. Most of the campsites were very rocky, but you can find some that have a little bit of grass. We came on a Friday night. Everyone was up pretty late, but was not crazy loud. The rest of the weekend it seemed like everyone’s simmered down. The campground was full of mostly families. If you wanted to shower, you would have to head to the group campsite not too far but you need to drive. We don’t typically expect to have a campgrounds with a ton of amenities. Potable water and a toilet is really all we need. Overall, it was a great time gorgeous park. Also took a few pictures of the cabins in Shotwell. I wouldn’t personally rent one, but I guess if your winter camping it has a little fireplace and will keep you dry and somewhat warm.
TravelerStokes is my go-to state park for unplugging and enjoying time with my family. We brought our son (23 months at time of visit) on his first camping trip this past September. He loved every minute of it.
Site T07 in Lake Ocquittunk is gorgeous and one of the few relatively secluded sites in the campground. You need to carry your gear down a narrow, rocky path that's a little steep near the road, but it's manageable. There's also a graded path into the site adjacent to a neighboring site, but you should check with those campers if they are ok with you cutting through to use it. (We opted not to disturb our neighbors and take the slope.)
I thought I would be able to launch my kayak from site 7 since it's waterfront, but there are a lot of huge rocks in the water that prevent you from getting out into the lake. We had to find a different launch spot. That was probably the biggest disappointment for us.
Still, I love site 7 and it's absolutely worth the privacy and the views every morning.
GuideStokes State Forest is a beautiful park with a lot of different trails to check out, though some of them are difficult to access due to parking. The camping areas are split between two different entrances. If you’re in Lake Ocquitunk, like I was, you don’t enter at the main entrance, you have to go past the main entrance about another mile on rt. 15 N. and enter by the YMCA. All the other camping areas are near the main entrance by the forest office. The campsites themselves are a little too close together in some spots with little coverage or privacy. There is a day parking area which is only accessible going through the main entrance by the forest office— if you visit during the week park entrance is free, but on the weekend fees can be a bit steep. I wasn’t super happy with my campsite as I wasn’t able to physically have my car on the site like I thought. I had to park in a small lot above my campsite and carry my belongings down a short slope to the site. I like to car-camp so this was a bit of a let down having my car separate from my actual campsite.
The bathrooms were nice and had flush toilets, but the showers were out of service during my time. Bathrooms are extremely spaced out so you will have to walk a far distance unless you strategically choose a site next to one. I drove through the other campsite and only saw 1 set of bathrooms that had toilets and showers per campground, not including the outhouses I saw for those in the small cabins.
Promised Land State Park offers multiple equestrian camping options near Lords Valley, Pennsylvania, located in the Pocono Mountains region at approximately 1,800 feet elevation. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 70-85°F during the day and 50-60°F at night. Beyond the dedicated equestrian area, the region provides diverse camping experiences ranging from lakefront sites to forest settings within a 15-mile radius of Lords Valley.
Kayaking at Pickerel Point: Launch directly from shoreline campsites at Pickerel Point Campground in Promised Land State Park. "I spent the night in the Promised Land State Park at Pickerel Point and it was so pretty and quiet... Mine overlooked the water and had a gorgeous sunset. There was a beach nearby that was an excellent place to gaze at the stars," notes Carolyn M.
Hiking to fire towers: Several trails near Stokes State Forest lead to panoramic viewpoints. "After packing up we drove down the road and were able to get in a nice 5 mile hike up to the fire tower," shares Josh S., who appreciated the diverse terrain options.
Winter recreation: Unlike many seasonal campgrounds, some areas remain open year-round for cold-weather camping. At Pickerel Point Campground, "Sites have electric but no water. Spigot close by. Heated cozy bathhouse with clean showers. The park is large with many hiking trails and ice fishing," reports Mara S.
Proximity to water: Campers consistently mention the direct access to lakes as a highlight. At Keen Lake Resort Campground, "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.
Spacious equestrian sites: Beyond Hemlock Hill Equestrian Area, other nearby campgrounds offer generous spacing. At Stokes State Forest Ocquittunk, "Campsite was very spacious and had a platform where we were able to fit two tents. There was plenty of space on the site for more tents," notes E.M.V.
Clean facilities: Campers frequently mention well-maintained restrooms and shower facilities. "The bathrooms were the cleanest we've ever experienced at a campground," reports Emily Z. about Keen Lake Resort Campground, adding that "the showers are coin operated" - an important detail for planning.
Seasonal availability: Operating seasons vary significantly between campgrounds. At Lackawanna State Park, the season runs "2nd Friday in April to 3rd Sunday in October," giving campers a specific timeframe for planning visits to this alternative to equestrian camping near Lords Valley.
Cell service limitations: Coverage varies widely throughout the region. "The only negative is that I had almost no cell reception with Verizon," mentions Mara S. about winter camping at Pickerel Point, which can affect communication and navigation.
Site-specific challenges: Some campsites have limitations worth noting. "Chunky bluestone gravel on the sites, so bring a sleeping pad," advises Alaina Z. about Pickerel Point Campground, adding that the "sites have nice sizable fire pits, but they are very tall" making cooking more difficult.
Kid-friendly activities: Many campgrounds offer structured programs. At Keen Lake Resort, "They have activity coordinators that make sure there is something to do for all ages every hour of the day," notes Mike H., making it easier to keep children entertained.
Bike-friendly roads: Look for campgrounds with paved surfaces. Paula R. appreciates that at Lower Lake Campground Beechwood Area, "Love that the road is paved, it makes it easy for the kids to ride bikes, skate etc..."
Beach access considerations: Swimming areas vary in quality and accessibility. "The lake is crystal clear and the beach is spotless. You absolutely have to bring a kayak/inflatable boat, but if you don't own one, don't worry, you can rent one," recommends Debbie W. about Pickerel Point.
Hookup reliability: Electrical systems may have limitations at some parks. "Two electric hookups would trip the 50 amp circuit breaker on any load about 30 amps, which means the hookups are old and unmaintained," cautions David about Lackawanna State Park.
Tree clearance: When selecting RV sites, consider overhead obstructions. Douglas P. advises that at Spruce Run Recreation Area, "the safest bet is to reserve a spot with no shade as the other spots often times have very low hanging tree limbs."
Seasonal water access: Winter camping requires special planning for water. As Mara S. notes about Pickerel Point, "Sites have electric but no water. Spigot close by," indicating that while water is available, you'll need to fill tanks rather than having direct hookups.
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