RV sites near Lords Valley, Pennsylvania offer diverse camping options in the Pocono Mountains region where elevations range from 1,300 to 1,800 feet. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 70-85°F during peak camping months. Thunderstorms are common in late afternoons during July and August, making morning activities preferable during peak summer season.
What to do
Riverfront activities: Soaring Eagle Campground provides direct access to the Delaware River for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. "Great campground right on the Delaware river great for fisherman, hikers also great for tubing down the Delaware or canoeing," notes camper Mike S.
Disc golf outings: Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort offers disc golf courses among its many outdoor activities. One visitor mentioned, "If your into Disc golf this place has that too," while another reviewer added there were "endless activities from hiking to mountain biking."
Seasonal entertainment: Tri-State RV Park features occasional live entertainment with their on-site buffet. As Brittany V. explains, "They have an onsite buffet with live entertainment if your timing is right. They are also located right on a river that you can easily access by foot."
What campers like
Pet-friendly spaces: Most campgrounds welcome pets with specific rules. At Pleasant Acres Farm RV Resort, one camper appreciated that it's "a great place to get away and bring your family and dogs," while noting the "large dog walk" area available.
Farm animals: Unique to Pleasant Acres Farm is their small petting farm. A visitor described, "The farm has goats, a donkey, and a pony within the campground. Very cool," while another mentioned the "amazingly beautiful miniature horse that wonders around its huge pin located in the middle of the campground."
Clean facilities: Clayton Park RV Escape receives consistent praise for maintenance standards. Robert H. stated it was "A well run, well staffed, facilities are excellent," and another reviewer called it "Top Notch."
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Coverage varies dramatically between campgrounds and carriers. At Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South, a recent visitor reported: "Cell service is awful for AT&T and our T-Mobile gateway. Had to move to a new site to get away from the trees to get starlink connectivity."
Highway noise levels: Some campgrounds are positioned near major roadways. At Tri-State RV Park, a camper warned it's "Located just off the highway so lots of vehicle noise 24/7. Sites are on a gravel lot."
Variable site quality: Site conditions differ significantly within the same campground. One Timothy Lake South visitor noted, "Sites are kinda close together but it was fairly quiet even though it was full," while another mentioned, "Sites are large in most cases."
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Skyway Camping Resort offers family-focused amenities including a swimming pool. "This is a good family campground for kids. It large with nice size sites," noted one visitor, while another mentioned it was "very nice and clean."
Budget considerations: Campground pricing varies substantially in the Lords Valley area. Family campers at Pleasant Acres noted it was "A bit pricey. And also no garbage anywhere near the RV sites," suggesting families bring a vehicle to transport trash to central collection points.
Recreational options: Mountain Top RV Park has several family recreation areas. A camper highlighted "a nice lounge room with games, a pool table, a tv and puzzles/board games" and mentioned "a small playground that would be better suited for older children."
Tips from RVers
Navigation challenges: Roads leading to Soaring Eagle Campground and other mountain destinations require careful driving. Sites are described as "huge, plenty of room for 2+ family campers," but reaching them can be challenging for larger rigs.
Site selection strategy: For RV camping at Mountain Top RV Park, a visitor recommended, "If you're booking, it may be best to book on the upper levels because the lower area where we were did flood pretty bad a couple times when there was a lot of rain."
Seasonal availability: Most RV parks in the area operate seasonally. A Skyway Camping Resort visitor confirmed their season runs "from May 1 - Oct 14," with Clayton Park RV Escape operating similarly from "May 1 - Oct 15."
