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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 parks are available within 30 miles of Shickshinny, Pennsylvania with varying amenities and hookup options. Moyers Grove Campground in Wapwallopen accommodates big rigs with full hookup sites including water, electric, and sewer connections. The campground operates seasonally with most sites positioned along a creek. Stonybrook RV Resort in Lehighton offers 50-amp electrical service and boat-in access for RVs up to 40 feet in length. Sites at Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort are spacious and level, though some visitors note limited water access at certain locations. "The sites were a nice size and were well shaded. The campground was quiet and peaceful. Be advised that there was no cell service for AT&T users and make sure you have a LONG water hose."
Navigation to mountain campgrounds may require careful driving through steep terrain. Most parks in the region provide sanitary dump stations, though availability varies by location. Cell service can be spotty, particularly at parks situated in valleys or heavily wooded areas. Some campgrounds like Appalachian Camping Resort remain open from April through October, while others like Blue Mountain operate year-round. Firewood is commonly available for purchase at campground offices, and most sites include fire rings with adjustable cooking grates. Pets are generally permitted at RV parks throughout the area, but specific restrictions may apply. According to one visitor, the last approach to Ricketts Glen involves "a 2 mile climb on an 18% grade, but take it slow going up and down and you should be fine."
Best RV Campgrounds near Shickshinny (143)
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. Appalachian Camping Resort
"We stayed at Appalachian to visit a friend who has a seasonal site. Our site was full hook up."
"Family friendly. Lots for the kids to do."
3. 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."
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. 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. 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."
7. 81-80 RV Park
8. 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."
9. Splash Magic RV Resort
"The area is beautiful and I would like to stay in the winter when many of the activities are available and it is warmer. "
"Electric ran below 110 volts the entire weekend and the water had a brownish tint to it. It was a VERY hot weekend so I should mention that everyone had their air running."
10. 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."
"The site was plenty spacious for our pup and TV, but was not level at all. In fact, none of the surrounding sites looked very level."
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RV Park Reviews near Shickshinny, PA
658 Reviews of 143 Shickshinny 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.
- jjeanne A.Guide
Echo Valley Campground
Big sites with lots of trees
We only spent the night and didn't look at the amenities. The manager was very friendly and accommodating.
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!
Guide to Shickshinny
Cabins near Shickshinny, Pennsylvania offer access to the region's rolling hills, stream-fed valleys, and mixed deciduous forests. The area sits between 500-1100 feet elevation with terrain characterized by Appalachian ridges and river valleys. Most cabins in the region provide basic amenities with varying levels of privacy depending on location within established campgrounds.
What to do
Creek fishing access: At Moyers Grove Campground, sites positioned along the water offer easy fishing opportunities. Sites include shade trees and several fishing ponds on property. One camper noted, "We saw deer daily. There are 3 resident geese who wander around near the creek and lakes."
Disc golf courses: Several campgrounds offer disc golf facilities as part of their recreation amenities. Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort provides access to disc golf along with mountain biking trails. A visitor mentioned, "If you're into Disc golf this place has that too."
Knoebels Amusement Park access: Lake Glory Campground provides a free shuttle service to nearby Knoebels, making it convenient for families. A regular visitor stated, "10 minutes to Knoebels with the mighty Phoenix. The best wooden coaster on the planet. Always a great time at Lake Glory."
What campers like
Private bathroom facilities: Many campgrounds offer individual bathroom units rather than communal facilities. One camper at Lake Glory noted, "I do have to say I love the bath houses here. They are each their own individual rooms split into shower/changing room."
Swimming options: Several campgrounds maintain pools for summer use. At Splash Magic RV Resort, "There is a great water park as well as adults only pool for those wanting a break from the little ones."
River views: Waterfront sites provide natural scenery and recreational access. A camper at Splash Magic observed, "Our site was right along the river, the view was amazing and the site was huge."
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Reception varies significantly across the region. At Moyers Grove Campground, "There was no cell service or internet for AT&T users. (Verizon did have some service.)"
Varying site conditions: Site quality and layout differ between campgrounds and within the same facility. At Robin Hill Campground, a visitor cautioned, "Sites are swampy if they've had rain! Took us over two hours to disconnect because of mushy, muddy site!"
Terrain challenges: The area features hills and slopes that affect campground layout and accessibility. One camper at Robin Hill noted, "This campground is called Robin HILL for a reason. You will get your exercise walking to the pond, pool, capstone or basketball courts."
Water connection logistics: Campers should prepare for water connection limitations. At Moyers Grove, "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."
Tips for camping with families
Look for organized activities: Some campgrounds offer structured programs. 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."
Playground proximity matters: When booking sites with children, consider distance to recreation areas. A camper at Robin Hill mentioned, "The playground was luckily right across from us up on the hill."
Check pool options: Pools vary in size, depth, and features between campgrounds. A visitor to Robin Hill observed, "The pool was very nice and refreshing. I liked how the kid area wrapped around and connected to the deeper end."
Tips from RVers
Prepare for seasonal limitations: RV camping near Shickshinny, Pennsylvania follows seasonal patterns with limited winter options. At Appalachian Camping Resort, a visitor noted, "Easy check-in. Tent site was very spacious and clean."
Level site variations: RV sites may require additional leveling equipment in some locations. A camper at Stonybrook RV Resort mentioned, "Our site(F20) is level and beautiful—spacious and beautifully landscaped."
Steep entrance roads: Some campgrounds present access challenges for larger units. At Stonybrook, a visitor warned, "Just one thing—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."
Hookup setup variations: Research specific hookup arrangements before arrival. A Robin Hill camper observed, "Not sure about other sites but ours had a big 'tank' that was used for sewer hookup instead of group connection as did all the sites around us."
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