Cabin accommodations near Shawnee on Delaware, Pennsylvania offer rustic to modern lodging options within the Pocono Mountain region. The area sits at approximately 400 feet elevation along the Delaware River, with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping season. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing, making heated cabin rentals popular during colder months.
What to do
Wolf watching excursions: Camp Taylor Campground provides direct access to the Lakota Wolf Preserve with discounted tours for campers. As one camper noted, "There are moments by the fire you can hear them howl in the distance. It's one of our favorite places to camp."
Hiking accessible trails: Multiple trails connect directly from campgrounds to longer routes including the Appalachian Trail. A visitor at Camp Taylor Campground shared, "There are miles of hiking trails and direct access to the Appalachian Tr. The Lakota Wolf Preserve is located on the camp and offers discounted tours for campers."
Kayaking and boating: Waterfront cabins often include lake or river access. At Otter Lake Camp Resort, "There is a big lake you can fish from, kayak, bring your own boat and even swim from when it's warm out. There are some sites right against the lake where you can fish right there."
Winter activities: Several cabin rentals stay open year-round. One winter visitor at Otter Lake noted, "We are lucky enough to have a lakefront site at Otter Lake for the Winter season, and feel like we have gone to heaven! The views are breathtaking, the walk around the lake is great."
What campers like
Private settings: Some cabin areas offer more seclusion than others. A camper at Mountain Vista Campground mentioned, "Our site was a good size and the facilities were clean. We live not to far away and wanted to stay close to home for our first trip with the camper."
On-site swimming options: Many cabin rental locations include water recreation. One reviewer observed at Otter Lake Camp Resort: "Otter lake has every amenity imaginable super clean swimming beach beautiful lake with boat rentals available. Indoor pool with 2 hot tubs even a dry sauna."
Wooded cabin sites: Tree cover provides natural shade and privacy at most cabin locations. A Mountain Vista visitor commented, "Beautiful Campground. Clean. Gravel sites. Fire ring and picnic table. All sites have ample room. Lots of pull through for bigger rigs. Wooded."
Year-round cabin options: Several properties maintain winter operations. A reviewer at Jenny Jump State Forest described, "This is the first time we decided to forgo tent camping and reserve a shelter at a state park. The 'shelter' is what we would describe as a 'cabin'; four walls, a roof, locking door, locking windows."
What you should know
Site terrain varies significantly: Not all cabin sites are flat or grassy. At Cranberry Run Campground, a visitor noted, "Sites were all rocky and many on steep inclines. Complete waste of our time. Plus, the site looks nothing like the pictures they post."
Amenities differ between properties: Always confirm what's included. A Delaware Water Gap visitor shared, "Our particular camp site was huge! There was plenty of room for us to spread out. We were very into socially distancing, and said so when we made our reservation."
Seasonal variations affect availability: Many cabins book months in advance for summer. A camper at Otter Lake mentioned, "Love this place. Other than the way they book for the next season (it's not at the time of your trip), this place is well kept."
Road conditions matter: Some locations have challenging access roads. A visitor to Promised Land State Park remarked, "Great lake camping...Tent-Cabin. Watch the local roads for potholes."
Tips for camping with families
Look for dedicated activity areas: Properties with structured recreation spaces improve family experiences. A Mountain Vista camper noted, "This is a nice campground with a pool. Our site was a good size and the facilities were clean."
Consider campgrounds with organized events: Scheduled activities keep children engaged. A visitor at Delaware Water Gap/Pocono Mountain KOA shared, "We enjoyed this campground! The pool was closed for the season when we were there, but the kids were able to enjoy an awesome playground and bounce pad. They REALLY enjoyed the art classes & the gem mining."
Choose cabin locations strategically: Proximity to bathrooms or play areas matters for families. One camper recommended, "Our camp site was great (52), backed onto a wooded area and a big playground was directly in front of us, which worked out perfectly since we have school age kids."
Check noise policies: Quiet hours are enforced differently at each property. A Camp Taylor visitor mentioned, "Unlike many other campgrounds we've been to, they are very good about actually enforcing the quiet hours at night, so you can have an actual peaceful and quiet night around the campfire."
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions matter for larger units: Not all cabin areas accommodate big rigs. A Timothy Lake visitor advised, "Sites are long but narrow. Best water pressure I have seen on the east coast, unregulated it's over 80 psi. Cell service is ok. Verizon is 25 down 10 up."
Check connectivity options: Cell service varies drastically between properties. A visitor at Timothy Lake South RV noted, "Definitely a beautiful campground. Staff are great and responsive. 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."
Water pressure considerations: Bring regulators for high-pressure connections. A camper mentioned, "The camp is nice, sites are long but narrow. Best water pressure I have seen on the east coast, unregulated it's over 80 psi."
Site selection strategy: First-come, first-served sites require early arrival. One visitor reported, "Check-in was quick and easy in spite of Covid precautions. This is a first-come, first-serve park in the Thousand Trails system so we had to drive around looking for a spot."
