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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 and Ricketts Glen State Park Campground house premium glamping accommodations in the Pennsylvania wilderness. Lackawanna offers lakeside yurts with modern amenities including electricity, comfortable beds, and picnic areas for outdoor dining. At Ricketts Glen, glamping options are situated near the park's famous 22 waterfalls, providing a blend of natural beauty and upscale comfort. Both locations feature fire rings for evening gatherings and are equipped with nearby shower facilities. Keen Lake Resort also provides luxury canvas accommodations with water views and premium bedding for travelers seeking more refined outdoor stays. According to a camper, "The campground and bathroom facilities were neat and clean, with most sites having generous space and good lake views."
The Falls Trail at Ricketts Glen connects directly to several glamping sites, allowing guests to experience the park's renowned waterfall system without sacrificing comfort. Glamping accommodations at these parks offer easy access to Lake Jean for swimming, fishing, and kayaking during warmer months. Sites are strategically positioned to maximize privacy while maintaining proximity to hiking trails and water activities. One visitor noted, "The waterfalls are absolutely stunning, and the campground was really nice with plenty of outdoorsy things to do." Winter visitors can experience the park's famous ice climbing opportunities, then return to heated accommodations rather than traditional camping. Most glamping options require advance reservations, particularly during peak season from April through October when the parks experience highest demand.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Shavertown (37)
1. Ricketts Glen State Park Campground
"The trails are very well marked. We stayed in the large loop, which is a peninsula on Lake Jean. Many of the sites have lake views. The bathhouse was clean but not adequate for 73 sites."
"we had a wonderful experience. drove our car right up to our site, had a ton of space to set up. a nice picnic bench and fire pit was there and we were sure 61 so the lake was 100 yards from all of this"
10 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $15 - $92 / night
2. Hickory Run State Park Campground
"Come with fire pit, parking spot, picnic table, flush toilet, running water. Competitive pricing."
"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."
61 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $72 / night
3. Lackawanna State Park Campground
"Our only complaint was the lack of active enforcement of quiet hours — otherwise there would be no complaints."
"Some are a little close to each other, but others offer plenty of space, including our site (52) on this trip. One of the biggest spots we have ever had. "
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."
"Mix of electric and non-electric sites. No water hook ups but a water station is on site. Camp sites are generously size, good spacing between sites and heavily treed. Huge lake to enjoy. "
4 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $43 / night
5. Red Rock Mountain Campground
"There are all these tiny little outdated but cute cottages and a bath house. Very cool. Our site was alright. There wasn't a great place to put our tent but we managed."
"Accommodating and friendly hosts, clean bath house and firewood for sale on site."
6. Keen Lake Resort Campground
"The security is great and patrol to make sure quiet hours are quiet to be courtiers to other campers that want quiet time. The bath houses are constantly being cleaned and restocked."
"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."
7. Pioneer Campground
"We own some property near this campground and have stayed here a few weekends as a home base while we clean up our property. The owners are just amazingly nice people, always very helpful!"
"We started with a trip in the summer because of their candy bar hunt and heated swimming pool. We try to get the same campsite each year because it is wooded and spacious."
8. Jim Thorpe Camping Resort
"There is a general store on site, an arcade, a pool, bathrooms with clean showers, and sinks with potable water. The mauch chunk stream runs through the back of the campground."
"Makes it fun searching for a good position within the site, kinda like roughing it in the actual wild... so not really a complaint. Sites are not very private or secluded."
9. Knoebels Campground
"Knoebels campground is situated next to Knoebels amusement park and offers sites for tent campers and RVs, as well as cabins. There is electricity at every site but not water."
"In fact, none of the surrounding sites looked very level."
Check Availabilityfrom $59 - $160 / night
10. Mauch Chunk Lake Park
"We set up the tent, kayaked on the lake, cooked up some dinner, watched a strawberry super moon rise over the lake, went to bed, woke up to make some breakfast and then we were off to go rafting on the"
"Easy drive from Philly area, courteous staff, very wooded and quiet at night. Has many sites right along the lake edge, some very large."
Check Availabilityfrom $20 / night
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- 22 min from Scranton, PA
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Glamping Reviews near Shavertown, PA
413 Reviews of 37 Shavertown 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.
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.
- 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.
Stefanie K.TravelerLackawanna State Park Campground
Quiet getaway
The state park is beautiful. The site was very nice. The park itself is very big with many activities available such as boat rentals and a swimming pool. There's also an amphitheatre which hosts specials. During our stay the only activity we made it to was the pool. The main reason we didn't do more was the distance. We have a motorhome so we didn't have additional vehicles to get to and from places. We walked to the park which according to my Fitbit was 1.5 miles away. That doesn't seem too bad until you realize it's mostly hills in both directions! We are a fairly active young family who has no problem with a bit of a walk but after that experience we decided to just spend the remainder of our trip hanging out at our site. It's a good thing we only stayed 2 nights because our 10 year old might've lost his mind with boredom if we stayed longer. Overall, the site we had was great and I'd recommend it. My husband and I may come back for a couples date weekend.
- AAnastasia M.Traveler
Tobyhanna State Park Campground
Awesome lakeside camping 🤩
We were looking for a lakeside campground with a spacious campsite that could comfortably fit two large tents and two vehicles. We chose Tobyhanna State Park, and it turned out to be absolutely wonderful.
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. While the campsites are fairly close to one another, most visitors come here to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet, and everyone seemed very respectful of each other’s privacy.
Just a one-minute walk from our campsite, there was a very clean restroom, hot showers, and a laundry facility. Right next to it, there was a volleyball court, as well as easy access to the lake with a boat launch and great spots for fishing.
On our very first day, the park rangers warned us that bears sometimes visit the campground, so they recommended storing all food in the car overnight. We followed their advice and had no issues.
Overall, I would give Tobyhanna State Park a perfect 10 out of 10. We had an amazing experience and will definitely be coming back!
Guide to Shavertown
Glamping accommodations near Shavertown, Pennsylvania offer rustic luxury in the Pocono Mountains region, with elevations ranging from 1,300-2,200 feet. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F and winter bringing significant snowfall, making seasonal planning crucial. Tent platforms, canvas structures, and furnished yurts provide comfort while maintaining a connection to the surrounding woodland environment.
What to do
Hiking the Falls Trail: At Ricketts Glen State Park Campground, explore the renowned waterfall system. "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," notes Vika Z., highlighting the park's natural attractions beyond the glamping accommodations.
Boulder Field exploration: Just a 45-minute drive from glamping sites, Hickory Run's unique geological formation spans 16 acres. "Boulders everywhere! Big ones, small ones, run (carefully) across them all! Beyond the Boulder field is a vast, scary, unknown," shares Mike M. This National Natural Landmark formed during the last ice age provides an otherworldly landscape for daytime excursions.
Winter activities: Unlike traditional camping, luxury glamping close to Shavertown remains accessible year-round. "We would love to come back in the winter when they have an ice rink with a warming house," mentions Michael from Lackawanna State Park Campground, highlighting off-season options not typically associated with camping.
What campers like
Lake access from accommodations: At Tobyhanna State Park Campground, waterfront glamping provides direct water access. "There are sites right on the lake. The bathrooms aren't the greatest but overall it's a beautiful place," says Stephan H. The lake offers swimming, fishing, and non-motorized boating opportunities without leaving your site.
Privacy between accommodations: While glamping sites can be close together, strategic planning helps. "The sites in this loop were spacious and more in an open area, but we were along a wooded area which gave us some shade," reports Shirley M. about her experience at Hickory Run, noting how site selection impacts the camping experience.
Diverse accommodation types: The area offers structures beyond standard glamping tents. "Campground has cabins and yurts, pull in sites for RV's and strictly walk in tent sites. There is a beautiful lake and a very large pool," explains David G., detailing the range of overnight options at Lackawanna State Park for those seeking different comfort levels.
What you should know
Bear activity in the area: Take proper food storage seriously when glamping near Shavertown. "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," warns Erik M. about his experience at Tobyhanna. Most glamping sites provide secure storage options.
Reservations required: Peak season (April-October) demands advance booking. "Book early as they sell out fast!" advises Joshua W. about Knoebels Campground, a recommendation applicable to most glamping sites in the region, especially those with premium accommodations.
Water considerations: Local water quality varies seasonally. "The water had been tested earlier in the season and unsafe levels of manganese were detected. All water spigots were shut off and covered but we were told it was safe to wash our dishes and brush our teeth," shares Lee D. about Ricketts Glen, highlighting why bringing drinking water is advisable.
Tips for camping with families
Seasonal events: Plan around special weekends for enhanced experiences. "We started with a trip in the summer because of their candy bar hunt and heated swimming pool. We try to get the same campsite each year because it is wooded and spacious," recommends Gayle B. about Pioneer Campground, mentioning activities beyond standard glamping amenities.
Playground access: For families with young children, on-site play facilities matter. "There was a large open field in the loop we camped in with a swing set on it. This was nice for families with children," notes Shirley M. about her Hickory Run stay, a consideration when choosing between remote or facility-rich glamping options.
Educational opportunities: Incorporate learning into your luxury outdoor experience. "There is an environmental education center with programs, there is fishing and boating, and an amazing network of hiking and horse riding trails," explains Janet R. about Lackawanna State Park, pointing out educational programs often overlooked by glampers.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Many glamping platforms require adjustment. "The only reason I didn't give this 5 stars is because our site wasn't level and it took hours to get it right. After that... we had the best time!!" shares Angie G. about Jim Thorpe Camping Resort, a consideration that affects glamping structures and RVs alike.
Hookup variations: Electrical capacity differs significantly between sites. "Two electric hookups would trip the 50 amp circuit breaker on any load about 30 amps, which means the hookups are old and unmaintained," warns David about Lackawanna, important information for glampers requiring reliable electricity for heating or amenities.
Off-peak advantages: Consider shoulder seasons for better experiences. "We stayed Thursday through Sunday. It was chilly in the mornings and evenings and warm and sunny during the day. Perfect fall weather. We had a wonderfully relaxing time!" shares Angela about Jim Thorpe Camping Resort, highlighting how timing affects comfort in semi-permanent accommodations.
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