The Poconos region surrounding Reeders, Pennsylvania sits at elevations ranging from 1,300 to 2,300 feet, creating a diverse landscape of forests and mountain terrain. The area receives approximately 47 inches of precipitation annually, with summer temperatures averaging in the mid-70s°F. Camping options near Reeders include primitive tent sites, luxury glamping accommodations, and everything in between, with many campgrounds remaining open from April through October.
What to do
Explore unique geological features: Hickory Run State Park provides access to the remarkable Boulder Field, a National Natural Landmark. This 16-acre field of boulders offers a distinctive hiking destination. "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," notes visitor Amber A. at Hickory Run State Park Campground.
Observe wildlife: Visit the Lakota Wolf Preserve connected to Camp Taylor Campground for a unique wildlife experience. "There is a section of RV spots that are each cut out in the woods so very private... You can take a short hike up the mountain there to see the wolves in the sanctuary. There are moments by the fire you can hear them howl in the distance," shares Julie F. at Camp Taylor Campground.
Lake activities: Many campgrounds offer water recreation on their private lakes. "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... We took a drive on 2 afternoons on a stone road through the woods to see the Boulder Field. It was a beautiful drive," reports Shirley M. about her experience at Hickory Run State Park Campground.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention the well-maintained amenities at Poconos area campgrounds. "The campground is huge, lots of sites to choose from. There is a big lake you can fish from, kayak, bring your own boat and even swim from when it's warm out... You can rent paddle boats, small fish boats and kayaks," according to Tiffany S. from Otter Lake Camp Resort.
Family-friendly activities: Recreation options are plentiful at local campgrounds. "This is a great place to camp if you're a rookie camper. The sites are clean, bathrooms are pristine and there are a ton of activities. We loved the community assistance. There's a camp store with all the necessary things you've left at home. The lake is gorgeous," shares Monica K. about her experience at Otter Lake Camp Resort.
Hiking access: Proximity to hiking trails is a major draw for glamping close to Reeders, Pennsylvania. "We got to see an eagles' nest near our campsite... Scenic and spacious. Large camping areas that can fit two cars onsite and include picnic tables, some even with water and electric hookups," reports Marlaina M. from Tobyhanna State Park Campground.
What you should know
Bear country awareness: The Poconos region has an active black bear population. "Just stayed 2 nights with my 7 yrs. old daughter we had a blast. Everyone was very nice camp host and DCNR were very helpful. 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," cautions Erik M. at Tobyhanna State Park Campground.
Seasonal operations: Most campgrounds in the region operate from April through October. "Typical campground with bathrooms and showers. The best part is the lake for water activities and the surrounding things you can do," notes Maggie A. about Tobyhanna State Park.
Varied site sizes: Campsite dimensions and privacy levels vary significantly across campgrounds. "Beautiful Family owned farm at the foot of Kittatinny mountain along the AT. Very easy drive to hiking in Delaware Water Gap. Owner was super nice and helpful - let us set up anywhere we wanted in the 20 Acre field," reports Susan M. about her stay at Uncle Willie's.
Tips for camping with families
Look for campgrounds with playgrounds: Many local campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. "We picked this site because you can kayak and it's close to the tree top adventures. Typical campground with bathrooms and showers. The best part is the lake for water activities and the surrounding things you can do," advises Maggie A. about Tobyhanna State Park Campground.
Consider accessibility needs: Some campgrounds offer more accessible options for families. "This is the first time we decided to forgo tent camping and reserve a shelter at a state park. We had a much better experience than we were expecting! The 'shelter' is what we would describe as a 'cabin'; four walls, a roof, locking door, locking windows, large picture frame front window, four beds(two bunks)... Oh, this shelter is wheelchair accessible," explains Dwight D. at Jenny Jump State Forest.
Check for pool access: Swimming options vary between campgrounds. "We drive from Arizona to camp here for 6 weeks each year. It is truly a resort with organized activities like softball, archery and ceramics for kiddos. 2 pools, hot tub, sauna, lake beach and swimming. All sites are wooded, clean and spacious," shares Barbara M. about Otter Lake Camp Resort.
Tips from RVers
Site selection matters: RV sites vary greatly in size and privacy. "We were very into socially distancing, and said so when we made our reservation. We were assigned a perfect site for this. We were away from people at the tip of a small hill and at the end of a road. It was perfect! The campground had many different types of sites. Some were big and socially distanced like the one we had. But some were extremely small and very close to the next camper," advises Carol N. about her stay at Delaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA.
Cell service considerations: Connectivity varies throughout the region. "Sites are kinda close together but it was fairly quiet even though it was full. I was not able to get WiFi even though I paid for it. We had to park near the office to get it to work. Kind of a pain to not be able to use the booster for all our devices in the rig," reports Mary H. about her experience at Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South.
Full hookup availability: Many campgrounds offer partial or full hookups for RVs. "The campground is huge, lots of sites to choose from. There is a big lake you can fish from, kayak, bring your own boat and even swim from when it's warm out," shares Tiffany S. about Otter Lake Camp Resort.
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