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    Lower Lake Campground Hemlock Hill Equestrian Area in Promised Land State Park accommodates horse owners in Greentown, Pennsylvania. The designated horse camping area provides electric hookups with both fifty-amp and thirty-amp service options, water hookups, and full restroom facilities with showers. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring, with fires permitted throughout the camping area. Campers report that even when the large campground is at capacity, the bathrooms remain clean and well-maintained. This state park requires reservations for all equestrian sites and allows pets to accompany campers in designated areas.

    Trail access directly connects riders to the surrounding state forest lands, with multiple trail options suited for various skill levels. The Conservation Nature Loop and Little Falls trails provide easier riding options with scenic views of the surrounding lakes and forests. The park encompasses two lakes offering water access for horses. During peak summer months, the campground can become busy with families, though the sites remain adequately spaced for comfort. While the park does not sell firewood on premises, visitors can collect their own or purchase from local vendors outside the park. Winter camping options are available with electric hookups, though water service is limited to central spigots during colder months.

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      1. Pickerel Point Campground — Promised Land State Park

      4.5(33)6mi from Paupack76 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

      from $20 - $44 / night

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      2. Keen Lake Resort Campground

      4.4(29)16mi from PaupackRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

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      3. Lower Lake Campground Beechwood Area — Promised Land State Park

      4.5(6)6mi from Paupack101 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "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

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      4. Stokes State Forest

      4.4(28)25mi from PaupackRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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

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      5. Lower Lake Campground Hemlock Hill Equestrian Area — Promised Land State Park

      5.0(1)6mi from Paupack6 sitesRVs, Tents

      from $25 / night

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      6. Lackawanna State Park Campground

      4.5(17)29mi from Paupack109 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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 - $79 / night

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      7. Ocquittunk

      4.6(7)25mi from PaupackRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "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."

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      8. Camp Mohican Outdoor Center — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

      4.3(3)27mi from PaupackTents

      "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."

      from $5 - $75 / night

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      9. Sassafras Hill Camping Area

      Be the first to review24mi from PaupackRVs, Tents
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      10. Carvolth Camping Area

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    Equestrian Camping Reviews near Paupack, PA

    125 Reviews of 11 Paupack Campgrounds

    • Alaina Z.
      Oct. 13, 2020

      Pickerel Point Campground — Promised Land State Park

      Beautiful facilities, rocky sites

      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.

      Cons: -chunky bluestone gravel on the sites, so bring a sleeping pad! -has a beach but it's not much to look at -sites have nice sizable fire pits, but they are very tall. It's difficult to cook over them, and sitting around the campfire in the evening is a much less visually appealing experience than I'd like

      We stayed in site 157. Accessible via a path from the designated parking space to the site about 2 minute walk. Lakeside, but visibility not great due to vegetation. All sites have little trails down to the water.

      Site 174 by the road and less private, but prettily overhung by evergreens.

      The cabins look very nice inside.

    • E. M. V.
      Sep. 9, 2019

      Stokes State Forest

      Spacious and peaceful camping

      Enjoyed a great weekend at Stokes State Forest. 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. Site came with bear proof bin for garbage and fire ring. Very comfortable site, quiet but still with plenty of amenities. Bathrooms and shower were all single stall and very clean, only a 5 min walk from our site. Two water sources nearby as well. We didn’t have direct views of the lake, but were within a minute walk to some quiet views of the lake. Also the location is amazing; there are trail heads near the campsites and longer trails, including access to the Appalachian Trail within a short 10-15 minute drive. You can also rent kayaks and SUP at the main office. Highly recommend Stokes.

    • Christina H.
      Aug. 6, 2019

      Stokes State Forest

      Stokes State Forest: A nature-lovers dream (Review for Shotwell Campsite)

      I would definitely recommend this campsite to anyone wanting a beautiful, remote setting, but with all of the conveniences that the campgrounds offer. Anyone from a beginner to an expert would enjoy Stokes. Whether it be just a short, relaxing weekend trip or an adventure-packed week long trip, this place has the potential to be whatever you make it.

      Pros:

      • Has the perfect balance of feeling secluded without feeling completely alone in the middle of nowhere; the campsite we were specifically on was just far enough to be remote-feeling and fully private with trees surrounding it

      • Cute little pond right on the campgrounds

      • Our site had a fire ring, a picnic table, and a large sturdy pole with a hook for your lantern/mesh dry bag/etc

      • Even, rocky, yet soft enough ground to sleep on, many trees available for hammock camping

      • There was a huge, nasty storm one night that we stayed there, with terrible downpour and flash flood warnings, our site was elevated and did not get flooded

      • A lot of firewood and kindling in the area to be gathered, or you can buy firewood right from the office

      • Lots of stuff to do in the area for nature-lovers and outdoors-enthusiasts (Hiking trails, fishing/fly-fishing, sightseeing, mountain-biking, kayaking/paddle-boarding (rentals in the area if you do not own), hunting, swimming, horseback riding, waterfall-hunting, bird/wildlife watching (there are hawks, rabbits, owls, deer, toads, snakes, turtles, frogs, foxes, bats, salamanders, many interesting bugs, beavers, and bears in the area, you never know what you will see), lots of beautiful brooks and streams throughout the entire park, many awesome remote areas to set up your hammock and relax) Whoever said that there wasn't much to do here is just either not an outdoors person or straight up lying!

      • 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 you are really needing a clean restroom where you can wash your hands, the park office's restroom is always open and very clean

      • Can be buggy at night time however, I was pleasantly surprised to have experienced zero mosquito bites and ZERO ticks on ourselves and even our dog (however she did have a leech on her from playing in the brook all day). We moderately used bug spray on ourselves and the dog had her flea and tick topical on.

      • Beautiful view of the stars on a clear night (Which can be breathtaking especially to city folk or those that cannot see stars from their homes)

      Cons:

      • Can hear the traffic from 206, but generally gets much quieter at night

      • Campsites are close enough that you may occasionally hear other groups if they are being very loud (We were next to a group campsite that had a very noisy party crowd, but could really only hear them at their loudest, and we weren't bothered)

      • Tent sites are located just off the dirt road where people travel to get to their sites, which means other campers' cars will occasionally pass right through your area. If this bothers you, be sure to book a site as far back as possible. Ex: Site T137 should have no vehicle traffic but your own and is the most remote of that area

      • Water fill stations can be a bit busy at certain times

      • Our fire ring rack was bent, but luckily we came prepared with our own rack to place on top of it and it worked out

      • Lots of poison ivy in the area, if you are not immune to it be very mindful of where you are stepping!

      • Our neighbor warned us that they got a flat tire after arriving at their campsite, and after searching their site found a bunch of nails almost intentionally thrown about. It's not the park's fault and the rangers were made aware of it. Carefully check your site after arriving for anything out of place and report to the office if necessary to keep these campsites safe and enjoyable.

      Points of interest nearby the campsite:

      • Big Flat Brook - A beautiful babbling brook that runs all throughout the area. Has great fly fishing for stocked rainbow trout. Access to the brook was only a short but beautiful hike north from our site through some thistle fields and woodlands.

      • Buttermilk falls (Tallest waterfall in NJ), Tillman Ravine, Dingmans Ferry/Falls, and my personal favorite, Silver Spray Falls - Multiple gorgeous waterfalls and ravines just waiting to be explored, all within ~15-20 min by car. I definitely recommend checking them out while you are camping here especially if you live far away from the area.

      • Sunrise Mountain and Rattlesnake Mountain - Catch a beautiful sunrise or sunset on top of Sunrise Mountain, which is a pleasant, scenic car ride directly to the top where there is a small parking lot, a smelly outhouse, and a nice picnic table area with a great view. Rattlesnake Mountain is a part of the Appalachian Trail and is somewhat barren towards the top which makes for excellent views. Like its name, it's not uncommon to see many snakes in the area, rattlesnakes tend to hang out on the top and sunbathe on the rocks. Keep your pets on a leash and have a stick handy just in case, however, they will leave you alone if you keep your distance.

      • Lake Ashroe, Stony Lake, Lake Ocquittunk - Many lakes for multiple activities in the area such as fishing (trout stocked waters), kayaking, swimming (Stony lake has a beach area with lifeguards, restrooms, and picnic areas. Check their website for more info.)

      • Horseback riding - A few great horseback riding places nearby, some offering trail rides through the beautiful park.

      • Appalachian Trail - The widely-known Appalachian Trail, the longest hiking-only trail in the world, that runs all the way from Maine to Georgia goes right through this area. You may run into very interesting people from all over who are thru-hiking the AT.

      PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR VISIT. LEAVE NO TRACE. KEEP OUR PARKS BEAUTIFUL. THANK YOU.

    • Kara L.
      Oct. 18, 2021

      Ocquittunk

      Beautiful Lakeside site

      We stayed at site #T007 is was a short walk from the car to the site, but so worth it for many reasons. The site itself is huge and we were able to position our tent facing the lake, it was beautiful!

    • Damia F.
      Aug. 23, 2024

      Stokes State Forest

      Campsites too close together and camping areas are greatly spaced out

      Stokes 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.

    • Ethan K.The Dyrt PRO User
      Nov. 1, 2018

      Ocquittunk

      Nice camping, but disappointing lake

      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. It was much smaller then I expected and a rather underwhelming. Of the camping options in Stokes State Forest, Lake Oqcuittunk and Steamill were each a bit closer to High Point which offers more hiking options. Each campsite was set up with a picnic table and a fire ring. One big positive was the covered picnic area which was a nice place to bring food and eat and hang out during the day to get out of the sun.

    • Dwight D.
      Sep. 26, 2021

      Stokes State Forest

      It rained the whole weekend, but we still had a great time!

      So it rained during set up and it rained during take down. It stopped raining for a bit and we took a nice walk around the campsite, out to the lake and back. Then night fell and so did the rain. Listening to the rain drops fall all night long was a treat. Getting up to move the air mattresses to avoid the rain inside the tent was also a treat. 

      We knew ahead of time that it would rain all weekend. We also knew our large 20'x10' tent was a bit old, so we brought a GIANT 20'x16' tarp to keep out the rain. It worked for most of the weekend. We were more worried about pitching the tent at the bottom of a slope since the campsite has a small incline, but we didn't wake up in a pond or even much of a puddle. There was a bit of mud we tried to avoid tracking into the tent, but otherwise this site was okay for tents in the rain. 

      This is a large pull-through trailer campsite, right across from the restrooms with sinks/shower. Water is down the road a bit, not by the restrooms. There is a campsite right next door and their firepit is 15-20 feet away from where we pitched our tent, but it stayed empty that weekend. Traffic to the restroom as constant, and close by, so not very private/secluded.

    • Trip Over Life
      Oct. 23, 2018

      Stokes State Forest

      Ranger Review: humangear FlexiBowl and GoBites at Steam Mill Campground

      Campground Review

      Stokes State Forest has four campgrounds. The Steam Mill Camping Area is tucked out the of the way and is the most primitive. It is the smallest of the campgrounds with 27 sites only suitable for tents or small trailers/campervans. No pets or alcohol allowed.

      The campground has a pit toilet and a well. Each large campsite has a picnic table, fire pit, and lantern hook. Some sites also have a tent platform. Many sites are a bit rocky.

      We selected site T219. It was a solid choice: private but close to the toilet and water. Some sites located around the opposite side of the ring back up to a babbling brook. The rushing water will soothe you to sleep.

      Remember, this is bear country so proper food storage is a must. Bear lockers are not provided. The area also has ticks and rattlesnakes.

      Outdoor activities in the area abound. Go fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, kayaking, and more. There are 21 marked trails that cover over 63 miles within the boundaries of Stokes State Forest. Twelve miles are part of the Appalachian Trail. Pick up a hiking map at the park office or download the Avenza Maps app.

      This visit we hiked the Tillman Ravine trail (tip: make the trail a loop and visit both the ravine and the nearby old cemetery).

      You can also drive or hike to Sunset Mountain Scenic Overlook for a view of High Point Monument. High Point Monument is the highest elevation in New Jersey and is located in High Point State Park which borders Stokes State Forest on the north. High Point State Park also offers camping, hiking, sightseeing opportunities. And, on the western border of Stokes State Forest is the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. So, there is lots of outdoors to get out and explore!

      Product Review

      We camped at the Steam Mill Camping Area in Stokes State Forest in our campervan over a chilly autumn weekend. We had the opportunity to cook some soup on our stovetop and chill out by the campfire. And, as Rangers for The Dyrt, we get products to test from time to time so we were psyched to try out some new dinnerware and cutlery. This included the FlexiBowl and GoBites from humangear.

      What made these humangear products pretty awesome? Well, the fun colors to start. I mean, seriously, my orange bowl rules. The FlexiBowl also has some neat features: it’s flexible - just like the name suggests - and foldable. The bowl can be squished and stuffed anywhere. And, the top section can be folded down to create a smaller bowl. The FlexiBowl is versatile yet durable. It held my hearty, warm soup just perfectly.

      I paired the FlexiBowl with one of the GoBites utensils (the Uno model). The Uno model is my favorite - it has a fork on one side and a spoon on the other side. Very simple and convenient. The other GoBites models include the Duo (separate fork and spoon that can snap together) and the Trio (a fork, spoon, and knife - with bottle opener - in a case).

      PRO TIP: I keep the Trio GoBites model in my travel pack at all times. It recently came in handy on a (non-camping) trip to Sardinia. The knife on the Trio allowed me to slice some delicious local cheese to pair with bread, jam, and wine that was purchased from the grocery store. YUM.

    • Shannon C.
      Oct. 27, 2020

      Keen Lake Resort Campground

      The Lake, Though....

      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.  Each day we would paddle over to the swimming area on the lake.  It was awesome.  The sites seemed a little narrow when we first pulled in, but it was plenty.  The kids had fun riding bikes on the road, which was off the main road.  The bugs were better than I would have anticipated next to the lake, although some days the flies were a bit annoying.  The kids caught multiple sunnies and even a small perch.  All in all, we had a great time and plan to go back next year.

    Guide to Paupack

    Promised Land State Park's equestrian facilities serve horse owners who want to camp in the Pocono Mountains region. The park sits at 1,800 feet elevation, creating cooler temperatures than surrounding areas. Equestrian camping near Paupack, Pennsylvania offers access to extensive trail systems that connect state park lands with surrounding state forests.

    What to do

    Trail riding on Conservation Nature Loop: This easier trail provides scenic views for horseback riders. "The Conservation Walk on the island is short, easy, and beautiful. Well-marked," notes Alaina Z. about Pickerel Point Campground.

    Kayaking on area lakes: Many equestrian campers also enjoy water activities. "You can also drive or hike to Sunset Mountain Scenic Overlook for a view of High Point Monument," explains Trip Over Life at Stokes State Forest, which borders the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.

    Winter horseback camping: Equestrian sites remain open during colder months with some limitations. "This was my second visit in the cold months. Sites have electric but no water. Spigot close by. Heated cozy bathhouse with clean showers," reports Mara S. about winter camping at Pickerel Point.

    What campers like

    Private equestrian sites: Horse campers appreciate adequate spacing between sites. "The sites were a good size and not on top of each other," notes Siobhan D. about camping at Lower Lake Campground Beechwood Area.

    Clean facilities: Bathrooms with hot water rank high on camper priorities. "The bathrooms were clean with nice hot showers," shares Kelly F. about her experience at Pickerel Point Campground, where she enjoyed "amazing views of the water from our camper."

    Quiet atmosphere: Many equestrian campers value peace and quiet. "I stayed at the Beechwood location at the Promised Land state park and despite the constant rain, it was quiet and peaceful. You could only ever hear the wildlife," writes Maze M. about their stay at Lower Lake Campground.

    What you should know

    Reservation requirements: All equestrian sites require advance bookings. "We stayed in site T219. It was a solid choice: private but close to the toilet and water," recommends Trip Over Life about camping at Ocquittunk in nearby Stokes State Forest.

    No alcohol policy: State parks prohibit alcohol consumption. "Certain sites allow pets. My favorite site does, plus I can launch my kayak right from there! The only drawback is no alcohol allowed, but most State Parks are like that I think," explains Nancy L. at Pickerel Point Campground.

    Firewood options: While the park doesn't sell firewood, campers can collect their own or purchase from vendors outside the park. "We collected our own firewood as there is none for sale in the state park. We thought that was going to be a problem but we were okay with it!" shares Angie G. about Lower Lake Campground.

    Tips for camping with families

    Kid-friendly activities: Promised Land State Park offers organized activities. "Love that the road is paved, it makes it easy for the kids to ride bikes, skate etc... We will definitely be back," says Paula R. about Keen Lake Resort Campground near Paupack.

    Beach access: Families enjoy swimming areas during summer months. "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.

    Seasonal programs: Check for educational opportunities during your stay. "We were pleasantly surprised they have programs for kids. Can never go wrong here," John R. notes about Pickerel Point Campground.

    Tips from RVers

    Hookup availability: Horse camping sites provide various hookup options. "We stayed in the fairly new ledges loop that are all full hookup sites. Nice large sites, beautiful area, friendly rangers," reports Cheryl M. about her stay at Lackawanna State Park Campground.

    Site selection: Choose sites based on your specific needs. "We had site 100 and amazing views of the water from our camper," says Kelly F. about Pickerel Point, where she also enjoyed exploring the "beautiful" trails.

    Off-season considerations: Winter camping requires preparation for limited water access. "Open year round...Sites have electric but no water. Spigot close by," explains Mara S., noting that cell reception with Verizon was limited during her winter visit.

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