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GuideRicketts Glen State Park Campground
Camping here for many years and still love it here got it all camping trails water fall trail and lake.
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Lackawanna State Park Campground permits pets on select sites throughout its wooded camping areas. The pet-friendly loops include both tent and RV sites with electrical hookups, while some camping cabins and yurts also accommodate animals. Hiking trails around the 198-acre lake provide ample exercise opportunities for leashed dogs. Campsites are spacious and well-separated, particularly in the pet-friendly sections where sites are nestled among mature forest. During summer months, the park requires pets remain leashed at all times on a lead no longer than six feet, and owners must clean up after their animals. Pet waste stations are positioned throughout the campground.
Clayton Park RV Escape and Cherry Ridge Campsites accept pets at their cabin accommodations as well as tent and RV sites. These private campgrounds offer more amenities for traveling with animals, including designated pet walking areas and nearby water access. Both locations maintain strict quiet hours which apply to barking dogs. Keen Lake Resort Campground allows dogs throughout most of their property, though some lakefront areas restrict pet access during peak swimming hours. Owners praise the campground's cleanliness and family-friendly atmosphere while noting the importance of respecting neighboring campers with proper pet management. Wildlife encounters are possible in these wooded settings, so campers should keep pets secured, especially during dawn and dusk hours when local animals are most active.
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1. Keen Lake Resort Campground
"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."
"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. "
2. Clayton Park RV Escape
3. Hickory Run State Park Campground
"We took the short drive to Hawk Falls Trail and also completed the Orchard Trail Loop."
"The bathroom facilities were clean, the hiking in the area was gorgeous and pet friendly and I’m looking forward to going back"
61 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $72 / night
4. Highland Campgrounds
"This campground was very nice and had so much hiking in and around it. They were very helpful with getting us a site since it was so last minute on a holiday weekend Will be visiting again"
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $100 / night
5. Cherry Ridge Campsites and Lodging
"Pets welcome"
"Nice lake for fishing . Reasonably priced breakfast on weekends . Great staff . Good utilities and clean bathrooms ."
6. Cozy Creek Family Campground
"Campground is based around kids, there’s a lot for them to do!"
Check Availabilityfrom $17 / night
7. Honesdale - Poconos KOA
"We had a fantastic first camping experience for the kids (and dogs). I have been camping across the country so I know what to look for. I would highly recommend this campground."
"Enjoyed walking the trails and wooded area but sprained my right ankle. So I was laid up for a few hours before I left."
8. Secluded Acres Campground
"Also saw RV sites that were very close to each other. Our tent site is perfect. An area of the lake is to swim and the other to fish in. Catch and release only. Lots of tress for great shade."
"The site itself isn't bad, a lot of woods to tuck into if you camp rite."
9. Valley View Farm and Campground
10. Ironwood Point Rec Area
"Beautiful camping sites nestled in the trees along Wallenpaupack Lake. Bring a kayak and go out to the island and see if you can find any wild blueberries. Really enjoyed this camping trip."
Drive Time
- 7 min from Scranton, PA
- 55 min from Binghamton, NY
- 1 hr 14 min from Allentown, PA
- 1 hr 16 min from Kiryas Joel, NY
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Peckville, PA
959 Reviews of 134 Peckville Campgrounds
- RRussell A.
Scout100 Mile View Camping
What a great place. So unique! Love the view, and a great experience! There are no hook ups, so be prepared but if you are looking for the dispersed camping experience you have found it. What a gem!
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.
Tony F.Guide100 Mile View Camping
The best views
This is a hidden gem, as close to dispersed camping you can get with dirt, gravel roads, large stone fire pits, a amazing views with the added benefit of a five gallon jug of non potable water and very clean port-a-potties. The owner regularly patrols the site and makes sure everything is okay.
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!
- WWill W.Guide
Lackawanna State Park Campground
Car camping
Stayed 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.
- jjeanne A.Guide
Council Cup Campground
Better than nothing
Small campground with rude owner. Everything I asked about was putting her out. It was cheap though at $36 for water and electric with a military discount.
Daniel C.ScoutHillside Campgrounds
Stay away... Unless you like 70 y/o men acting like high schoolers
This clothing-optional campground has a highly toxic, intrusive, and vindictive environment. During my stay, the seasonal permanent residents('perms') subjected me to intense harassment, inappropriate sexual advances, and severe social retaliation/rumor-spreading when those advances were rejected. The situation escalated to the point where an employee had to intervene for my safety. Furthermore, despite management allowing my photo to be taken in costume at a party, I was intentionally blocked from the community group where the photos were posted, leaving me unable to monitor how my image was being used. Avoid this place if you value your privacy, personal boundaries, and safety.
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 Peckville
The Lackawanna Valley region near Peckville sits at approximately 750 feet above sea level in northeastern Pennsylvania's Appalachian Mountains. Summer temperatures typically range between 60-85°F with higher humidity levels, while winter camping means preparing for temperatures that can drop below freezing. Fall camping is particularly popular due to the vibrant foliage displays throughout the heavily wooded campgrounds in the region.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Tobyhanna State Park Campground has a substantial reservoir with easy access points. "I spent the night in the Promised Land State Park at Pickerel Point and it was so pretty and quiet... My site overlooked the water and had a gorgeous sunset. There was a beach nearby that was an excellent place to gaze at the stars," shares Carolyn M.
Hiking trails: The Frances Slocum State Park trail network offers options for all skill levels through mature forests. "The park has great hiking spots, a local pool, and a lake that you can rent boats or kayak on," explains Lexi from her visit to Frances Slocum State Park Campground.
Water activities: Keen Lake Resort provides multiple water-based recreation options beyond just swimming. "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," writes Shannon C. about her stay at Keen Lake Resort Campground.
What campers like
Spacious campsites: Highland Campgrounds offers well-separated sites in a natural setting. "Whether it's nature and back roads, or wanting to have a dip in the pool and lay in the sun, this campground is the best of both worlds," notes Jennifer R. who visited Highland Campgrounds.
Clean facilities: Pickerel Point Campground at Promised Land State Park maintains high standards for their bathhouses. "We had site 100 and amazing views of the water from our camper. The trails were beautiful, recommend little falls trail. The bathrooms were clean with nice hot showers," reports Kelly F. about her experience at Pickerel Point Campground.
Year-round access: Some campgrounds in the area remain open during winter months. "This was my second visit in the cold months. 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," explains Mara S. about winter camping at Pickerel Point.
What you should know
Bear activity: The Peckville area has significant black bear populations requiring proper food storage. "We were warned at check in that there have been a lot of bears in the area but never really thought that we would see one. As soon as we got to our site one came right up as we were setting up our tent. Do not leave any food out be sure to lock up everything in car," advises Erik M. from his stay at Tobyhanna State Park Campground.
Dog friendly campgrounds near Peckville: Some sites have restrictions on pet locations. "The pet-friendly loops are located within the wooded areas and the sites appear closer together," notes Shirley M. about Hickory Run State Park, adding that campers should "follow the bear rules!"
Site variations: Campsite quality can vary significantly within the same campground. "We had site 44 in the Stony Point loop and it was by far the largest campsite on the property. We had a thick covered wooded area to our right and a huge grassy area to the left," shares Jackie F. about Frances Slocum State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Cherry Ridge Campsites offers family-centered programming. "Multi site facility with many activities. Campfires permitted, fishing, row boat rental, bath house, dance hall. Country kitchen has breakfast and lunch on Saturday, breakfast only on Sunday," Beverly J. mentions about Cherry Ridge Campsites.
Swimming options: Consider campgrounds with multiple water recreation choices. "My kids really loved having a pool to swim in, in addition to the lake," says Emily Z. about Keen Lake Resort, also mentioning they have "a beach for swimming with your dogs."
Playground access: Some campsites include play equipment for children. "There is a large open field in the loop we camped in with a swing set on it. This was nice for families with children," observes Shirley M. about Hickory Run State Park.
Tips from RVers
Full hookup availability: Lackawanna State Park offers comprehensive services. "Stayed in the fairly new ledges loop that are all full hookup sites. Nice large sites, beautiful area, friendly rangers," writes Cheryl M. about her RV experience at Lackawanna State Park Campground.
Site selection considerations: At Cozy Creek Family Campground, certain sites offer better amenities. "The pull through sites worked well for us, however next time we'd ask for one with a concrete patio," advises April L., also warning about "The road in (Vacation lane) is dirt, rough and narrow."
Arrival timing: Some campgrounds have strict check-in policies. At Clayton Park RV Escape, an RVer notes, "Even though I had a boo boo, they were very forgiving, after I explained that I had a brand new RV and it had an issue with my black water tank. They called to let me know, and I was able to get it fixed under warranty from my dealer."
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