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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!
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RV parks in the region offer a range of accommodations for motorhomes and travel trailers. Timothy Lake North and South campgrounds provide full hookup sites with 50-amp electric service, water, and sewer connections from May through October. Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort remains open year-round with spacious sites that accommodate larger rigs. "Sites are level, good placement of electric water and sewer connects," noted one camper at a nearby resort. Thousand Trails Scotrun features big-rig friendly sites with full hookups, though the access roads at some campgrounds in the area can be challenging for larger vehicles, with one reviewer mentioning "the roads are very narrow, pretty sizable boulders on both sides, trees are very low and need to be trimmed."
Several campgrounds feature pull-through RV pads that simplify arrival and departure, particularly helpful in the mountainous terrain. Cell service varies significantly across the Poconos region, with multiple reviews mentioning spotty coverage, especially during rainy weather. Dump stations are available at most parks, though not all sites offer full hookups. Many parks enforce quiet hours despite weekend crowds, and campers with pets will find most facilities accommodate them. For those traveling during peak seasons, advance reservations are strongly recommended as popular RV sites fill quickly, especially those with premium amenities like cable TV or Wi-Fi. Navigation to some mountain parks requires careful planning as several reviews caution about tight turns and low-hanging branches that can damage taller RVs.
Best RV Campgrounds near Portland (138)
1. Robin Hill Campground
"It's too bad it is mainly seasonal sites back there. This campground is called Robin HILL for a reason. You will get you exercise walking to the pond, pool, capstone or basketball courts."
"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."
2. 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."
3. Tri-State RV Park
"Open during the winter. Easy on, easy off. Lots of pull through sites. Next to grocery store. CLEAN bathrooms, showers, laundry. Super nice owners. Perfect for an overnight stop."
"This place is unique by location alone! We stopped for two nights on our way to CT. They have an onsite buffet with live entertainment if your timing is right."
4. 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."
5. 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."
6. 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."
7. Thousand Trails Timothy Lake North
8. Mountain Top RV Park
"The newly upgraded camp infrastructure elevated the stay, providing amenities for comfort and entertainment."
"We really enjoyed our stay at Mountain Top. We had to come to the area kind of last minute, and they were very accommodating!"
Check Availabilityfrom $89 / night
9. Village Scene Park
"The two ladies had a greater handle on the operations of the very nice facility."
"We’ve stayed here a couple times in past Have family in the area Grew up in this area so very comfortable and easy access to lots of places! This visit we stayed six months may to October"
Check Availabilityfrom $48 / night
10. Cranberry Run Campground
"Cranberry Run is a private campground run by a small family. The campground is in the woods and offers a variety of site sizes and options."
"The hike in spot is about 5 minutes from the parking spot. Very secluded, price isn't that bad and the staff is friendly."
Check Availabilityfrom $44 - $72 / night
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- 46 min from Allentown, PA
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RV Park Reviews near Portland, PA
960 Reviews of 138 Portland 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.
Stuart K.LegendLowe's - W Windsor
Upscale Parking Paradise at This Home Fixer-Upper
Located just off US Route 1 in the upscale Princeton area, this spacious Lowe's serves up a surprisingly pleasant patch of pavement for weary road warriors looking to catch some shut-eye. Set back roughly 80 yards from the highway, this big blue home improvement retailer offers a generously sized parking lot with relatively manageable traffic, good maneuverability and a quieter atmosphere than you might expect from such a busy suburban retail corridor. The western and southern edges of the lot are particularly appealing for an overnight stay, and with Trader Joe's, Starbucks and several other retailers nearby, convenience certainly isn't in short supply. Better yet, the store management was friendly and accommodating when we called ahead to arrange our overnight visit.
HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Spacious, paved parking lot with plenty of room to maneuver larger rigs; (2) Convenient access to US Route 1 and nearby I-95; (3) Western and southern parking areas offer quieter spots away from the busiest customer traffic; (4) Excellent nearby conveniences, including Trader Joe's, Starbucks and several dining options; and (5) Friendly store management that welcomed our overnight stay, plus surprisingly good opportunities for outdoor recreation nearby.
LOWLIGHTS: (1) Some daytime retail traffic and occasional road noise, although nothing terribly disruptive; (2) No RV hookups, dump station or dedicated overnight camping facilities; (3) Parking areas closest to the store can become crowded during business hours; (4) Limited greenery and little of the scenery you'd expect from a traditional campground; and (5) While the overnight experience was excellent, this is still a commercial parking lot rather than a destination for an extended stay.
Happy Overnighting!
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.
Thomas B.
RangerNeversink River Resort
Cool Riverside Campground
I'll start by saying this is a site-specific review (C20). I booked using Campspot and didn't select my own site but put in the criteria for my rig (30ft TT plus truck) and got a 50A back-in spot. The site was big but abnormal. Between the picnic table placement and the trees, I ended up right around 50ft from the electric and water, and the water spigot was so low I could barely put on my camco filter. With the uneven dirt roads, I had to unhitch with my truck in a gigantic puddle (lol). The site was otherwise fine aside from my gate code not working on Day 2. As for the campground as a whole, I thought it was pretty unique place by the river that offered several good amenities and activities, like downstream river tubing, an arcade, bathroom/shower facilities, a small store, little trails, and more. I would say this place borders the more primitive side.
- eedgar V.Scout
Black Bear RV Park
Super clean and quiet
Past reviews has mentioned that the office seems to be closed often, while I found that to be true I had no reason to contact anyone. This is definitely one of the cleanest quiets site I’ve ever visited
- Thomas B.Ranger
Tohickon Family Campground
Simple, peaceful FHU
We stayed just a couple nights here on our way north. The camp host was helpful before our stay and during check-in. Our site was pretty isolated from the others, so it was very quiet (no complaints here). There is a decent mix of sunny sites by the river and shady sites under the trees. The weather was perfect mid September. There wasn't anything spectacular for me, but it was a good experience and it was a nice taste of fall PA scenery. Beware that the roads are tight for a big rig. Side note, it did seem like most campers lived there.
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!
- KKelly B.Guide
Stephens State Park Campground
Great last min getaway
Booked the day before—even on the holiday weekend! Just 1.5 hours outside of NYC, site was a bit close to the neighbors (fire pit was very far back and basically in the neighbors’ campsite, but we put up a “privacy clothesline” and hung a tarp over it for a bit of extra coverage.
The staff was friendly and helpful, they said it was the busiest they’ve seen the campground all year (there were lots of large groups but everyone seemed to settle down by 9:30pm
Poison ivy was EVERYWHERE at our site so make sure to stick to the open areas and the paths. Lots of families around, we felt very safe Bathrooms were fine—it was my impression they’re usually cleaner but the high traffic of the weekend left a bit to be desired, (lots of families around=dirty diapers in the bathroom trash bin) but it’s camping! I’m not gonna argue w a flushing toilet!
Guide to Portland
The Poconos region near Portland, Pennsylvania sits at elevations ranging from 1,300 to 2,200 feet, creating varied camping terrain with both wooded and valley sites. Winter temperatures can drop below 20°F, while summer camping season brings moderate 75-85°F days that cool significantly after sunset. Cellular reception varies dramatically between campgrounds, particularly in valleys or heavily wooded campsites.
What to do
Hiking opportunities: Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort offers access to extensive trail systems. "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," notes one camper who appreciated the varied terrain options.
Disc golf courses: Several campgrounds feature on-site disc golf amenities for campers seeking recreational activities. As one visitor at Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort shared, "If your into Disc golf this place has that too."
Mountain biking adventures: The region offers specialized mountain biking trails with equipment rentals available. "You can also Zip line or swing through the trees if you would rather," mentioned a camper describing the adventure options at Blue Mountain Resort.
Fishing access: Multiple sites provide catch-and-release fishing opportunities in stocked ponds. At Robin Hill Campground, "There is a nice lake for fishing" according to one reviewer, though they cautioned it "had a lot of pond scum and there were a lot of duck families around."
What campers like
Quiet weekday camping: Many campgrounds experience significant differences in atmosphere between weekdays and weekends. One camper at Thousand Trails Scotrun noted, "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."
Proximity to attractions: Campers appreciate the region's central location to both outdoor and urban destinations. "The Delaware Water Gap is about a 15min drive from the campground and a beautiful place to hike," mentioned a visitor at Cranberry Run Campground who hiked the Red Dot trail.
Group camping options: Several campgrounds offer merged sites for larger parties. At Cranberry Run Campground, "We had a group of 10 people and they were able to put us all on the same site. looks like they have permanently merged sites 81 and 82."
Winter accessibility: Unlike many northeastern campgrounds, some RV sites remain open year-round. A winter visitor at Stonybrook RV Resort shared, "We stayed here during the winter January-February no activities going on. It does offer beautiful views especially covered in snow."
What you should know
Water pressure variations: Water systems vary significantly between campgrounds. At Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South, one camper reported "Best water pressure I have seen on the east coast, unregulated it's over 80 psi."
Site drainage issues: Several campgrounds experience drainage problems during rainy periods. A reviewer at Robin Hill noted, "Sites are swampy if they've had rain! Took us over two hours to disconnect because of mushy, muddy site!"
Seasonal closures: Many amenities shut down outside peak season. "We came in at end of season, so pretty much everything seems closed," reported a visitor at Thousand Trails Scotrun.
Road conditions: Access roads present challenges in mountainous areas. At Tri-State RV Park, a visitor advised, "Ext 53. Straight at the light. Drive all the way down to the end of the road."
Tips for camping with families
Playground proximity: Request sites near play areas for convenience with children. A camper at Robin Hill Campground observed, "The playground was luckily right across from us up on the hill. They also have a Frisbee golf course on site."
Pool facilities: Many campgrounds offer swimming pools, but availability varies seasonally. At Stonybrook RV Resort, a visitor commented, "Their pool looked very nice although we did not use it. Same with their patio set up around the store."
Multi-generational accessibility: Several campgrounds accommodate varying mobility needs. "We were also right at the bottom of a trail that lead straight up the mountain (Pocono) with beautiful sites and of course photo opportunities for my family and I," noted a multi-generational camping group at Cranberry Run.
Kids' activities: Scheduled events often occur primarily on weekends. At Robin Hill, "The activity director organized a nice continental breakfast, free chair massages, and raffled off manicure and pedicures. They had an art activity for the children, BINGO on Friday night, and a live band on Saturday night."
Tips from RVers
Highway proximity considerations: When seeking convenient rv sites near Portland, Pennsylvania, consider noise levels. At Tri-State RV Park, campers note it's "Located just off the highway so lots of vehicle noise 24/7. Sites are on a gravel lot."
Seasonal site differences: Year-round RV parks operate differently in winter. "Campground was clean, staff was friendly, sites were decent. My kids explored the playground and found it sufficient," reported a visitor at Timothy Lake South during off-season.
Site leveling preparation: Mountain campgrounds often require leveling equipment. A visitor at Stonybrook RV Resort noted, "This place has never come up in any of my searches for a campground but my wife was frantically trying to find a place to stay for Memorial Day weekend. The site was nice and level side to side."
Winter water systems: Some RV campsites maintain working utilities year-round. "Sites are level, very good placement of electric water and sewer connects," observed an off-season camper at one of the region's resorts that remains operational during colder months.
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