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Camping here for many years and still love it here got it all camping trails water fall trail and lake.
Cabin Camping near Middleport, PA
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Several state parks and private campgrounds near Middleport, Pennsylvania offer furnished cabin rentals with varying amenities. Tuscarora State Park Campground provides cabins with electricity and running water, situated near a lake for fishing and swimming. According to one visitor, "The cabins and yurts have electricity and running water. They are great if you want the outdoor experience while getting the option of a bed." Knoebels Campground features cabins with queen beds and loft bunks, built-in shelves, and electrical outlets. Rosemount Camping Resort offers five rental cabins with fire pits, picnic tables, and trash cans, all with electric, water, and basic cable connections. Most cabins include outdoor fire rings and picnic tables, while interior furnishings typically include beds, basic furniture, and sometimes kitchen facilities.
Rustic and deluxe cabin options are available throughout the region, with prices ranging from $90-$125 per night depending on amenities and season. Pet policies vary significantly between locations, with some properties like Shady Grove Campground charging an additional $25 fee for pets in certain cabins. Spring Gulch Resort Campground offers newly constructed deluxe cabins that include "a set of bunk beds, a queen bed, and a fold out couch. It also had a bathroom with shower/tub and everything you would need except linens," as one camper noted. Peak season at many locations requires minimum stays of 5 days, while off-season bookings offer more flexibility. Most campgrounds operate from April through October, though some state park cabins remain available year-round, including Nockamixon State Park which offers winter cabin camping.
Visitors should plan to bring their own linens, towels, pillows, and toiletries as these items are rarely provided in cabin rentals. Kitchen supplies vary widely between properties, with some offering full-size refrigerators, stoves, and microwaves, while others provide only basic outdoor cooking facilities. Firewood is typically available for purchase at camp stores, with Knoebels Campground offering a "fill a bucket for $5" option. Most cabin locations include access to shared bathhouses with showers and toilets. On-site camp stores stock essential items, though for more substantial grocery needs, campers should plan to shop before arrival as stores in the region can be limited. French Creek State Park, located within driving distance, offers mini cabins with reasonable rates and senior discounts available for weekday stays.
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1. Blue Rocks Family Campground
"Lovely camp site with access to a lot of amenities, all the while keeping a “primative” feel. Pool, playground, camp store, bike and golf cart rentals. Super easy access to Appalachian trail."
"Play ground was great. Lots of activities. Ice cream parlor was a bonus and general store was great, well stocked and good prices. The hiking trails near by are wonderful."
2. Tuscarora State Park Campground
"Yurts have 2 sets of bunk beds with one set having full size mattress on bottom. Yurts have heat and fans. Full size refrigerator, stove and microwave."
"This park has no tent camping. They offer cabins and yurts, but have no sites for people to set up tents."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $49 - $90 / night
3. Lakewood Park Campground
"The hookups are excellently done and the fire rings all have adjustable grates — this was very handy! Sites are relatively level, ours was a little challenging but not too bad."
"The staff in the store was super nice and friendly. The store was stock with a decent amount of stuff but was on the small side. The lake is was nice and had a small dock perfect for fishing."
Check Availabilityfrom $65 - $97 / night
4. Hickory Run State Park Campground
"We took the short drive to Hawk Falls Trail and also completed the Orchard Trail Loop."
"Come with fire pit, parking spot, picnic table, flush toilet, running water. Competitive pricing."
61 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $72 / night
5. Jim Thorpe Camping Resort
"The secret it packs is the great town in which it shares it's name. You are 5 minutes from the wonderful town of Jim Thrope."
"We had a small pop up trailer with available hookups. They also have cabins. This was mainly a seasonal campground. Bathrooms were great! Showers clean. Love the area of Jim Thorpe."
6. Robin Hill Campground
"Although they do have sites for tents, this seems to be better suited for RVers and renting cabins. Many of the people we met during our stay are regulars."
"This campground had been let go with poor management for many years, HOWEVER the new management and staff have really turned it around!!"
7. Appalachian Camping Resort
"Store, pool, cabins, diner, and small kids park on site. Pond to fish in. Tent sites looked spacious. One star taken away because fire pit is within feet from poop sewer connection of neighbor."
"We started our trip Friday afternoon, we pulled into the campground and they had a table set up outside to “check in.” We did not wait in a mile long line to park and go into the office."
8. Mauch Chunk Lake Park
"The campground was spacious and while it was likely full, it still felt secluded. Beautiful lake beach and canoe and kayak rentals."
"We set up the tent, kayaked on the lake, cooked up some dinner, watched a strawberry super moon rise over the lake, went to bed, woke up to make some breakfast and then we were off to go rafting on the"
Check Availabilityfrom $20 / night
9. Rosemount Camping Resort
"Its a secluded, public campground that has been owned and ran by the same family for generations. "
10. Knoebels Campground
"Knoebels campground is situated next to Knoebels amusement park and offers sites for tent campers and RVs, as well as cabins. There is electricity at every site but not water."
"The sites are very clean and come with a power hookup, picnic table, and fire ring. In addition to the campsites you have access to the campsite bathrooms which also have showers."
Check Availabilityfrom $59 - $160 / night
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Cabin Reviews near Middleport, PA
795 Reviews of 80 Middleport Campgrounds
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TravelerShady Oak Campground
Easy access to Lancaster and Pennsylvania Dutch areas. Friendly, welcoming staff and plenty of colorful trees in the autumn. The only RV park in the area that is open year round.
- Nancy W.
LegendHickory Run State Park Campground
Peaceful State Park Camping in the Fall
This is a large campground with a wide array of campsites so be careful attention when you book online, especially if you have a pet because some sites are not pet-friendly. Some are 50-amp full hook-up and some are primitive with no hook-ups.
There is a nice nature center with interesting interpretive exhibits and lots of informational brochures including ones about the hiking trails, bears, scat and tracks of local animals, and fishing. Our site was at the edge of the campground and backed up to Route 534 which resulted in a bit of road noise at our site. Other than the road noise the campground was pretty quiet and was not very crowded when we camped there in October.
Not all sites are level and we happened to book one that was not and we had to live with a slant for our stay. The roads in the park are gravel/dirt and since it rained the day we arrived the roads were a muddy mess which made the roads slippery and there were lots of potholes. Unfortunately, some campers were disrespectful and left bags of trash in the fire pit and scattered around their site which was totally unnecessary because there were dumpsters plenty of dumpsters in the campground. Since we camped at Hickory Run late in the season, there were no camp hosts and the trash never got picked up.
The campground is open from mid-April to mid-December; however, the shower facilities and dump station are not available after the third week of October so plan accordingly. We really like the hiking trails which are of varying degrees of difficulty and lengths. The Hawk Falls is a nice easy walk (1.4 miles round-trip) to a waterfall but is extremely popular so don’t think you will be admiring the falls alone. The parking lot at this trail head fills up fast so you better get there early if you want to get a spot.
You can enter the park from two different directions. If you have a big-rig, it is best to approach from the east side. We made the mistake of coming in from the west side as we dropped down from I-80 and came down 534 and the road was really windy with no shoulder. Luckily, there was very little traffic so we could go 10 mph and safely navigate the roads.
Be aware alcohol is not allowed in PA state parks. This park does allow hunting in certain sections of the park. The no-hunting areas are clearly marked with white no hunting signs on trees and you can also pick up a brochure from the office that designates hunting and no-hunting sections.
Peggy C.TravelerCountry Acres Campground
Lovely campground!
Country Acres is a lovely, well maintained campground. Sites are level and bath house facilities clean and modern. Friendly staff in the office. Dog friendly. Local to all the Lancaster attractions. A complimentary farmland tour is offered by bus and it was great. They take you out into an area of Amish farms and shops and make a stop at 2 of these. The fresh Amish pretzels are amazing!
SkywaystoHighways.com Y.LegendRicketts Glen State Park Campground
Beautiful Falls!
What a great campground! We stayed here on a recommendation from a friend after the Overland Expo. Great hiking trails and the falls were absolutely breathtaking. Truly enjoyed our stay and plan to return!
- LLynn C.
ScoutOld Mill Stream Campground
Never Again
The advertisements for Olde Mill Campground were disingenuous. The campsite was 20 yards from a roller coaster. The NOISE of the roller coaster and children on it screaming was as relentless and unnerving as any train we have ever slept near. There was no quiet until almost midnight. The “pull-through” site left my truck almost in the road and our 25’ Airstream slightly over the road on the backside. The site was not level. The sites were close enough to hear a neighbor’s snoring.
Adam and Suzanne B.GuideBeacon Hill Camping
Great location
We stayed here to go to the Hershey RV show—about 55 min drive. Right in the center of Amish country. Campground is adults only. It was very clean. The bathrooms were very clean with great water pressure. The roads are tight for getting into sites. Site 5 was not level side to side. We met great people there.
Brian T.ScoutCountry Acres Campground
Excellent But.
The campground is in excellent condition. The facilities are top notch. The excellence and care of the campground is evident. The 4 stars is only due to the road noise and many of the sites are on top of each other. You feel like your neighbor is at your camp fire.
Kathy L.
RangerHickory Run State Park Campground
Beautiful forest
Gorgeous forested area in the Poconos. We stayed on the Rattlesnake Loop which was lovely. Sites not super private but most nestled in trees. The only bummer was that that Campground Loop didn’t have any direct links to the trail network and was far from it. The other Campground Loop was closer to trails and office. Would return!
Guide to Middleport
Cabin camping near Middleport, Pennsylvania offers accommodations in the anthracite coal region of Schuylkill County, where elevations range from 800-1,500 feet. Winter temperatures typically drop to the 20s, while summer days reach the 80s with moderate humidity. Several campgrounds feature full-service cabins within a 30-minute drive of Middleport, making them accessible bases for exploring the region's wooded hillsides.
What to do
Boulder field exploration: Visit the unusual 16.5-acre boulder field at Blue Rocks Family Campground, a distinctive geological feature popular with families. As one visitor notes, "our children loved to climb all over the rocks, that is where they spent most of the time. primitive but fun!"
Lake activities: Fish or paddle at Lakewood Park Campground, which features a stocked pond with small dock. "The lake was nice and had a small dock perfect for fishing," reports one camper, while another mentions the campground has "paddle boats and kayaks and you can fish in the lake."
Hiking trails: Access numerous hiking paths directly from campgrounds, including the Appalachian Trail connection at Blue Rocks. According to a visitor, "Super easy access to Appalachian trail. Trail heads begin inside the campsite," making it convenient for day hikes of various difficulties without driving to trailheads.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Many visitors appreciate the spacing at certain campgrounds, unlike the crowded sites mentioned in the existing description. At Hickory Run State Park Campground, "The sites are large and many are somewhat private in terms of visual barriers," allowing more personal space for family gatherings.
Multiple camping loops: Different loops offer varied experiences within the same campground. As one Hickory Run visitor explained, "The sites in this loop were spacious and more in an open area, but we were along a wooded area which gave us some shade." This provides options for both sun and shade preferences.
Camp stores with essentials: Hickory Run's camp store stands out for its completeness. A camper reported it's "stocked to high heaven; you could come here with just the clothes on your back and buy everything you need for a very comfortable stay," which exceeds the basic supplies mentioned in other locations.
What you should know
Bear safety measures: The region has active black bear populations requiring specific precautions. At Mauch Chunk Lake Park, campers are warned about food storage: "All campers are required to keep food items in their vehicles or trailers when not at the site." Improper storage may result in fines at some parks.
Campground noise levels: Some parks can become quite loud, especially on weekends. One visitor to Mauch Chunk Lake Park noted, "we visited in the summer on a weekend when it was full. The campsites are too close to each other and we were surrounded by very loud campers...it was the LOUDEST campground I have ever been to."
Site levelness challenges: Many cabins and RV sites in the region require leveling equipment. A visitor to Jim Thorpe Camping Resort reported, "Sites are not very defined, level or rock free. Makes it fun searching for a good position within the site," suggesting bringing additional leveling blocks or equipment.
Tips for camping with families
On-site activities: Knoebels Campground combines camping with amusement park access, a unique feature in the region. "The main draw for this campground is the amusement park on site, which boasts free admission and parking (you pay for rides with tickets)," allowing families to walk between their cabin and rides.
Playground availability: Some campgrounds offer better play facilities than others. Appalachian Camping Resort includes "a playground for kids to play in that is well maintained," which keeps children occupied when not swimming or hiking.
Budget-friendly firewood options: Firewood costs vary significantly between campgrounds. Knoebels offers a notable option where campers can "fill a bucket for $5," providing better value than the small bundles sold elsewhere for $4.50 that "we would use for kindling."
Tips from RVers
Hookup quality variations: Electric service reliability differs between campgrounds in the area. At Appalachian Camping Resort, campers recommend specific areas: "Our site was full hook up. It was a nice size and was in a good location - near the ponds, pool, office, and bathhouse - but was still quiet!"
Off-season availability: While many campgrounds close from November to April, certain cabin options remain available year-round. "Open from the 2nd week of April until the 3rd week of October, weather permitting," is typical for most private campgrounds, though state parks may offer winter cabin options.
Site selection strategy: RVers recommend requesting specific sites based on your needs. One camper suggested: "We were in the outer loop far from the rest of the campground and they only had ports potties and hand sanitizer. I wish we had been on the inner loop for the bathrooms."
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