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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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Frances Slocum State Park Campground provides electric hookups with both 50-amp and 30-amp service near Wyoming, PA. Sites accommodate RVs with water hookups, sewer connections, and a sanitary dump station. Nearby, Clayton Park RV Escape features pull-through sites for larger RVs, full hookups including 50-amp electrical service, and operates seasonally from May through mid-October. Stonybrook RV Resort in Lehighton offers big-rig friendly sites with water, electric, and sewer connections, plus a sanitary dump station. Thousand Trails Scotrun in Scotrun provides similar amenities with sites suitable for larger motorhomes and travel trailers. "Not cheap but well within area norms. This camp has many long term campers that are friendly and helpful. Most sites have full hookups with 50 amp electric only so if needed have an adapter."
Several RV parks in the region operate seasonally, with most open from April through October. Cell service varies significantly across the area—some campgrounds report spotty reception in more remote locations, requiring travelers to plan accordingly. Mountain terrain creates challenges at certain locations, with Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort situated in a former ski area requiring careful navigation. Pet-friendly sites are available at most parks, though often in designated sections only. Dump stations are limited at some locations, with one reviewer noting they had to travel to a neighboring facility 10 miles away when their campground lacked this service. Electrical reliability varies, with one camper reporting that "Two electric hookups would trip the 50 amp circuit breaker on any load about 30 amps, which means the hookups are old and unmaintained."
Best RV Campgrounds near Pittston (144)
1. Thousand Trails Scotrun
"We came in at end of season, so pretty much everything seems closed. But, it’s a beautiful campground and the part of PA is great too."
2. Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort
"Wanted to find a close by place for for a night of Tent camping and stumbled across this winter time ski resort/ spring summer camping and adventure grounds."
"Staff was nice & showed us to our campground, hauled our firewood, and checked in regularly to make sure we didn’t need anything. Restrooms were really clean."
3. Stonybrook RV Resort
"We spent four nights at Stonybrook RV Resort in Lehighton, PA, for a quiet wedding anniversary getaway— and so glad we did. We paid$150 per night total for a FHU 50 Amp Premium Back-in site (#F20)."
"We stayed here during the winter January-February no activities going on. It does offer beautiful views especially covered in snow."
4. Soaring Eagle Campground and the Inn at Kellam's Bridge
"It is great family camp ground with amenities that are helpful to parents and new campers such as restrooms, showers, camp shop, canoe/kayak/tube rentals and designated drive in sites with fire ring and"
"Nice campground right on the Delaware river great for fisherman ,hikers also great for tubing down the Delaware or canoeing. pretty quiet but we went there in June before school was out so there wasn’t"
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $160 / night
5. Clayton Park RV Escape
"A well run, well staffed, facilities are excellent. Will return"
"Excellent family quiet area. Pool boats, hike, relax"
6. Moyers Grove Campground
"The sites were a nice size and were well shaded. The campground was quiet and peaceful. We saw deer daily. There are 3 resident geese who wander around near the creek and lakes. "
"There were plenty of sites with full hookup, some tent sites with electric, and a beautiful creek that ran along the lower sites."
7. Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South
"Pull through spots a a bit tight together but at least they have some. Cell service is awful for AT&T and our T-Mobile gateway."
"Well kept, wooded sites on a mountain. No lake in site. Standard amenities, like pool, hot tub, laundry, outdoor games a community fire pit etc.. Small store as well. 5 minutes to town."
8. 81-80 RV Park
9. Frances Slocum State Park Campground
"We had a thick covered wooded area to our right and a huge grassy area to the left. Was also an easy back in site as there’s an adjacent road (to parking and the amphitheater) right in front of it."
"Level spacious sites for tents and electric/sewer water hook-ups for RV/campers.. Playground on the lower loop. Hiking trails throughout. Great fishing, boating...kayak and canoe rentals."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $24 - $48 / night
10. 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."
"You are able to camp in tents in the activity field or lakeside. They offer rented cabins/houses and RVs. Their bath houses were clean. The rec room was cool."
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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RV Park Reviews near Pittston, PA
862 Reviews of 144 Pittston 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.
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!
- NNick H.Scout
Indian Head Campground
Newbie here
Was my first ever camping trip with a travel trailer. Site was very clean and well maintained and staff was friendly and great to deal with. Pull through sites (section K) was a little tight - maybe that’s the norm, don’t have anything to compare to but some awnings were near the neighboring camper. Overall, awesome experience.
Guide to Pittston
Frances Slocum State Park Campground sits approximately 25 miles southwest of Pittston at an elevation of about 1,100 feet. The campground operates seasonally from mid-April through mid-October, with temperatures ranging from 40°F at night to 85°F during summer days. The camping area features a mix of wooded and open sites with elevation changes throughout the property that can affect site drainage during heavy rain.
What to do
Hiking opportunities: Frances Slocum State Park Campground offers multiple trails for exploration. "Lots of hiking trails - although they need better markings," notes camper Cynthia P. The park has "great hiking spots, a local pool, and a lake that you can rent boats or kayak on," adds Lexi.
Water recreation: Soaring Eagle Campground provides direct access to the Delaware River. "Great river based location (Delaware River)... great for fisherman, hikers also great for tubing down the Delaware or canoeing," explains Mike S. The riverside location offers multiple water-based activities.
Boulder exploration: For a unique geological experience near Pittston, Hickory Run State Park Campground features an impressive boulder field. "Boulders everywhere! Big ones, small ones, run (carefully) across them all! Beyond the Boulder field is a vast, scary, unknown," describes Mike M. This unusual formation provides a one-of-a-kind hiking destination.
What campers like
Large, private sites: Many campgrounds near Pittston offer spacious camping areas. At Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort, "Staff was nice & showed us to our campground, hauled our firewood, and checked in regularly to make sure we didn't need anything," says Rosanna C. The campground features "rather large open field type camping with trees all around the outside."
Clean facilities: Cleanliness ranks high among camper priorities. At Stonybrook RV Resort, "The laundry area and shower rooms are beautiful and clean," reports Cindy. Similarly, Jennifer O. describes Frances Slocum as the "Cleanest campground I have been to."
Year-round options: Some locations offer extended or winter camping opportunities. At Stonybrook RV Resort, "We stayed here during the winter January-February no activities going on. It does offer beautiful views especially covered in snow," notes Jamie S. This provides alternatives for those seeking RV camping near Pittston, Pennsylvania outside peak season.
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly across the region. At Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South, "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," reports Nick E. Plan communication needs accordingly.
Site drainage issues: Some campgrounds have water management challenges. At Frances Slocum State Park, "The site we stayed on was a swamp! It was terrible, I called the park office and they assured me the site was fine for tents it was NOT," warns Erin M. Research specific site conditions before booking.
Seasonal closures: Most camping facilities in the Pittston area operate on limited schedules. Clayton Park RV Escape runs from "May 1 - Oct 15," while Soaring Eagle Campground operates from "May 1 to Columbus Day." Call ahead to verify current operating dates.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Moyers Grove Campground offers family-friendly amenities and activities. "There were plenty of sites with full hookup, some tent sites with electric, and a beautiful creek that ran along the lower sites," notes Debbie H. The campground also features organized activities like "fish fry, ceramics painting class, rubber duck race."
Swimming options: Look for campgrounds with swimming facilities. At Frances Slocum State Park, there is "a big pool" for swimming, as the lake may have seasonal water quality issues. Always check current advisories before planning water activities.
Pet restrictions: If traveling with animals, verify pet policies. At Hickory Run State Park, there are "pet friendly sites" but they're limited to certain loops. Most campgrounds require pets to be leashed at all times, with some restricting pets from certain facilities.
Tips from RVers
Hookup reliability: Electrical systems vary between parks. According to Jim G. at Timothy Lake South, "The site was level with good power and water." However, some RVers report inconsistent electrical service at various campgrounds around Pittston.
Navigation challenges: Some campgrounds require careful driving. At Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort, the mountain terrain creates access challenges as it's "situated in a former ski area requiring careful navigation." Larger rigs should call ahead to verify access routes.
Water hose requirements: At Clayton Park RV Escape, sites include full hookups with water, electric, and sewer connections. "Nice campground, very very level site," reports Tori when discussing RV camping options near Pittston, Pennsylvania. Be prepared with adequate hose length for water connections at various parks.
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