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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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Several RV campgrounds dot the Pocono Mountains region surrounding Shavertown, Pennsylvania, with options ranging from full-hookup private resorts to state park RV sites. Stonybrook RV Resort in Lehighton provides big-rig friendly sites with full hookups including 50-amp service, while Thousand Trails Scotrun operates year-round with spacious pull-through sites accommodating larger rigs. Clayton Park RV Escape in Lake Ariel features full hookup sites with 30/50 amp electrical service, operating seasonally from May through mid-October. Ricketts Glen State Park Campground maintains RV sites with water, sewer, and electric hookups, though the sites vary in size and shade coverage. "The sites are a little close in some areas, but are nice. WSE at each site," notes one RV camper about Riverside Campground, highlighting the typical spacing found at many parks in the region.
Navigation to certain RV parks requires careful planning, particularly for larger motorhomes. The approach to Ricketts Glen involves a challenging 2-mile climb on an 18% grade, requiring caution when towing. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with several reviewers noting spotty coverage at more remote campgrounds. Most RV campgrounds in the area are pet-friendly, though specific pet loops or designated sites may apply at state parks. Dump stations are available at most locations, with Stonybrook RV Resort and Ricketts Glen offering on-site sanitary dump facilities. Many campgrounds in the higher elevations close for winter, typically operating from April through October, while lower elevation private RV parks like Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort remain open year-round. Propane service and basic supplies are available at most private RV resorts, though state park campgrounds have more limited services.
Best RV Campgrounds near Shavertown (140)
1. 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."
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. 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."
4. Clayton Park RV Escape
"A well run, well staffed, facilities are excellent. Will return"
"Excellent family quiet area. Pool boats, hike, relax"
5. 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."
6. 81-80 RV Park
7. Lawton - RV park with hookup
Check Availabilityfrom $40 / night
8. 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."
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. Indian Head Campground
"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."
"Good location, right on the river. The campground overall is very pretty. A few old, junk trailers around the property need to be hauled off."
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RV Park Reviews near Shavertown, PA
781 Reviews of 140 Shavertown 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 Shavertown
RV camping near Shavertown, Pennsylvania offers travelers access to the northeastern Pennsylvania mountains and forests with sites suitable for various motorhome sizes. Located in Luzerne County at approximately 1,200 feet elevation, the region experiences warm summers and cold winters with significant snowfall. Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally from April through October, with limited winter availability.
What to do
Waterfall hiking: 22 waterfalls await visitors at Ricketts Glen State Park Campground. "We saw 18 of them on a four-mile moderate hike, but if you want to see the additional four, you could make it a seven-mile hike. The trails are very well marked," notes Lee D. The falls trail requires sturdy footwear and moderate fitness.
Boulder field exploration: Drive the stone road through the woods at Hickory Run State Park Campground to see the unique geological formation. "The boulder field was the highlight of our camping trip," writes Shayna. The boulder field includes rocks of various sizes across a flat expanse and requires careful footing.
Lake activities: Lake Jean at Ricketts Glen offers boating and recreation opportunities. "Lake Jean is also right there for boating and recreation," notes Meag F. Most lakes in the region offer kayak and canoe rentals during summer months for $15-30 per hour.
What campers like
Privacy options: Campers appreciate sites with natural spacing at Moyers Grove Campground. "The sites were a nice size and were well shaded. The campground was quiet and peaceful. We saw deer daily," writes Becca U. Wildlife sightings occur frequently throughout the camping season.
Seasonal nature viewing: Fall colors make the region especially popular. "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," notes Kasey M. about Thousand Trails Scotrun. October typically offers peak foliage.
Modern bath facilities: At Frances Slocum State Park, updated facilities receive positive reviews. "Cleanest campground I have been to. Great in between spot to worlds end state park and rickets glen," notes Jennifer O. Shower availability varies significantly between campgrounds, with state parks offering more limited facilities.
What you should know
Limited water access: At some campgrounds, water access points may be far from sites. "Make sure you have a LONG water hose. We actually had to buy a 50 foot hose in the camp store to accommodate the distance to the spigot," warns a Moyers Grove camper.
Steep entrance grades: Some campgrounds require careful navigation. At Stonybrook RV Resort, one visitor noted: "The entrance made for a challenging entry up a steep grade, narrow roadway, and sharp turn in. I made it without problems, but it wasn't easy in a 45' motorhome towing a Jeep."
Variable cell service: Coverage depends on location and carrier. At Timothy Lake South, "Cell service is ok. Verizon is 25 down 10 up. Tmobile is unusable," reports Don C. AT&T coverage is particularly spotty throughout the region.
Tips for camping with families
Recreation facilities: Some campgrounds offer built-in entertainment. At Clayton Park RV Escape, "Excellent family quiet area. Pool boats, hike, relax," notes David R. Most family-oriented campgrounds include playground equipment.
Bear precautions: Wildlife safety measures are essential. "We were warned to be cautious about leaving food out as there have been some bear sightings," reports Jennifer D. about Hickory Run. All food items should be stored in vehicles or campers when not in use.
Swimming options: Not all water is suitable for swimming. At Frances Slocum, "There is a weird bacteria or algae currently growing in the lake, it's completely visible. There are advisories around about it too," cautions Jackie F. Check with rangers about current water conditions.
Tips from RVers
Site size considerations: RV sites vary considerably in size and access. "The campground and bathrooms were very clean. Lots of hiking trails - although they need better markings," writes Cynthia P. about Frances Slocum State Park, noting the adequate spacing between sites.
Seasonal campground differences: Year-round options are limited. Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort operates throughout winter, while many other campgrounds close from late October to April. "We stayed here during the winter January-February no activities going on. It does offer beautiful views especially covered in snow," notes Jamie S. about Stonybrook RV Resort.
Hookup variations: Many RV parks offer differing levels of service. "We paid $150 per night total for a FHU 50 Amp Premium Back-in site," reports a visitor at Stonybrook RV Resort, highlighting the higher-end options available at private parks compared to more limited hookups at state facilities.
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