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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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Multiple cabin camping options near Pittston, Pennsylvania provide year-round accommodations with varying levels of amenities. Lackawanna State Park Campground offers cabins with electric hookups and heating systems in a wooded setting, while Hickory Run State Park provides rustic cabins with picnic tables and fire rings. Most park cabins include basic furnishings with beds, tables, and chairs. A visitor commented that Lackawanna's cabins are "nestled in a deep shady mature forest, and peaceful and quiet due to the wooded aspect and spacing of sites." Bathrooms are typically shared facilities located within walking distance of the cabins, though some private campgrounds offer en-suite options.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Cozy Creek Family Campground maintains cabin rentals that accommodate families with pets, while Keen Lake Resort Campground provides lakefront cabin options. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during peak summer season from May through October. A recent review noted that Highland Campgrounds offers "great prices and deals" for their cabin accommodations. Tobyhanna State Park Campground operates seasonally from April to October, with cabins that include electric hookups and access to shower facilities.
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Basic kitchen facilities vary considerably between locations, with some providing only outdoor fire rings while others include microwaves, mini-refrigerators, and cooking surfaces. Ricketts Glen State Park cabins typically include picnic tables for outdoor dining. Several campgrounds, including Mount Pocono Campground and Hemlock Campground & Cottages, maintain on-site stores where campers can purchase firewood, basic food items, and forgotten essentials. Campers planning longer stays should consider bringing cooking equipment, cleaning supplies, and food storage containers, as kitchen provisions are typically minimal.
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1. 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
2. Ricketts Glen State Park Campground
"Escaping the Maryland summer heat, the cooler temperatures in Ricketts Glen State Park was perfect. This park offers a variety of activities. Hiking along the Falls Trail being a highlight."
"This area has much to offer, the 22 waterfalls and hiking trails are at the top of the list followed by a lake, picnic and swimming areas."
10 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $15 - $92 / night
3. Lackawanna State Park Campground
"We like Lackawanna State Park. This is the place we camped when we moved to PA. It has signts that are very wooded. "
"Our only complaint was the lack of active enforcement of quiet hours — otherwise there would be no complaints."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $90 / night
4. Tobyhanna State Park Campground
"This place only gets 4 stars because I thought we were going to have water and electric hook ups. They only have 2 kinds of sites, modern electric (only electric) and primitive."
"We stayed at Site 113, which had plenty of space on the right side of the campsite for two large tents, with enough room to park two vehicles as well."
4 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $43 / night
5. Highland Campgrounds
"Office is clean and a combined country store with fresh produce in the outdoor fridge and bug spray and essentials in the office area. Rec room and bathrooms are older, but vintage."
"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
6. Cozy Creek Family Campground
"The grounds, the little store/coffee shop and the facilities were pristine. The owner and all the employees were as friendly as they were accommodating. I can't say enough good things."
"Campground is based around kids, there’s a lot for them to do!"
Check Availabilityfrom $17 / night
7. Keen Lake Resort Campground
"That said we had plenty of space, it was just very close to the next site. We were on the far side of the lake which is not really within walking distance of the beach, pool and store."
"I LOVED this campground, it is a private campground owned by a family. They own a large portion of the lakefront and have both a people beach and a dog beach so the dogs can enjoy swimming as well."
8. Pickerel Point Campground — Promised Land State Park
"Great lake camping...Tent-Cabin. Watch the local roads for potholes"
"Well I'm staying at promise land state park for the 3 rd time it's a great place to visit and camp out or with your RV or Pop Up ."
2 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $44 / night
10. Mount Pocono Campground
"Pocono Campground in the Poconos, Pennsylvania is a very active and fun vacation vacation destination! There are lots of amenities for every family member and the staff is friendly and welcoming."
"This is a great site, it has running water, it’s clean, it has entertainment, and you can get close with your loved ones."
Check Availabilityfrom $54 / night
Drive Time
- 13 min from Scranton, PA
- 1 hr 6 min from Binghamton, NY
- 1 hr 11 min from Allentown, PA
- 1 hr 27 min from Williamsport, PA
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Cabin Reviews near Pittston, PA
626 Reviews of 76 Pittston Campgrounds
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.
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.
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!
Sue B.RangerDelaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA
Great off season camping
We camped here in our pop up for our Anniversary in November. We were impressed with the cleanliness and available amenities for the time of year we were camping in! Close proximity to DWG and PA AND NJ attractions.
- Sue B.Ranger
Pickerel Point Campground — Promised Land State Park
Great cabins!
We booked a cabin at the last minute and were pleasantly surprised that the cabin had heat and electricity! It was very close to the awesome heated bathroom also! We were also able to catch a beautiful sunset! Great camp all around!
- JJay
TravelerDelaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA
Large sites & friendly staff!
Another great experience. Sites were large. Staff was friendly with many different things for kids to do. Great base camp for local hikes.
Guide to Pittston
Cabin accommodations near Pittston, Pennsylvania range from rustic to full-service lodging options within state parks and private campgrounds. The region has an average elevation of 1,000-1,300 feet above sea level with moderate seasonal temperature fluctuations. Winter cabin camping requires additional preparation as nightly temperatures from December through February frequently drop below freezing.
What to do
Boulder exploration: Hickory Run State Park offers unique geological features for day trips from cabin locations. "The Boulder Fields are one of the coolest places I've ever visited, partially because they were so unexpected. Don't twist an ankle, but you can play hide and seek to an extent as there are small depressions in the fields," shares a visitor at Hickory Run State Park Campground.
Waterfall hikes: Numerous waterfall trails provide accessibility for various skill levels from cabin bases. A camper at Ricketts Glen State Park Campground notes, "This state park is just beautiful with a nice lake and beautiful trails. The campground is a bit crowded during peak season without much privacy. But this is the spot to be if you wanna hit up some trails and see some gorgeous views."
Lake activities: Multiple parks offer swimming, boating and fishing opportunities near cabin accommodations. According to one visitor, "Keen Lake Resort has an overabundance amount of activities scheduled for campers. You are able to camp in tents in the activity field or lakeside. They offer rented cabins/houses and RVs."
What campers like
Natural serenity: Wooded cabin settings provide peaceful environments away from urban noise. A visitor at Lackawanna State Park Campground mentions, "The trails are fun for relaxing hikes, we especially like the one right along the lake. Also there is a huge lakefront area along a different stretch of the lake that offers people a lot of ways to enjoy themselves."
Cabin variety: Options range from primitive to fully-equipped units for different preferences. A guest at Mount Pocono Campground reports, "The location is lovely and you are surrounded by the forests of the Poconos. The campground is adjacent to a nature preserve which has beautiful hikes, a river, and lake. The park has FHU 30/50 amp sites with gravel sites."
Winter access: Some cabins remain available during cold months with appropriate heating systems. A winter visitor to Pickerel Point noted, "This was my second visit in the cold months. Sites have electric but no water. Spigot close by. Heated cozy bathhouse with clean showers."
What you should know
Site spacing considerations: Many cabin areas have limited privacy between units. According to a guest at Pickerel Point Campground — Promised Land State Park, "Almost every campsite is close to the water. Our site had kayak access and that was a real bonus. It is a spotless facility. Even in August it was not crowded."
Seasonal availability: Several cabin facilities close completely during winter months. Tobyhanna State Park Campground operates from the second Friday in April through the third Sunday in October, similar to Lackawanna State Park's seasonal schedule.
Alcohol regulations: State park cabins typically prohibit alcohol consumption. A camper observes, "Alcohol is strictly forbidden – we were warned that if a ranger saw any alcohol outside of our vehicle, we would be cited. Quiet hours are 9 pm – 8 am, which is more restrictive than other state parks."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-focused amenities: Multiple campgrounds offer dedicated facilities for children. "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," mentions a visitor at Highland Campgrounds.
Educational opportunities: Several parks provide nature programs specific to the region. A reviewer noted, "There is an environmental education center with programs, there is fishing and boating, and an amazing network of hiking and horse riding trails."
Playground access: Many cabin areas include nearby playground equipment. "The campground has great playgrounds, several well-marked trails, and functional restrooms and showers. The visitors center boasts the most modern updates and a truly lovely interactive museum displaying the history and current wildlife of the park."
Tips for RVers
Full hookup options: Several parks provide utility connections for more comfortable extended stays. A visitor to Cozy Creek Family Campground explains, "The pull through sites worked well for us, however next time we'd ask for one with a concrete patio. A pretty drive into the Scranton area. Many pretty tent sites right on the creek."
Site leveling: Many wooded cabin areas require additional leveling equipment. "Our full hookup site was large with table and fire ring, and required some leveling. Not much shade in the full hookup loop, so was happy to have electricity for A/C."
Winter storage considerations: Limited winter storage options exist for seasonal cabin users. A camper mentions, "Been here twice so far! 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."
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