R
Russell A.
Scout
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!
Dog-Friendly Camping near Stroudsburg, PA
4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Search destinations
Add dates
Delaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA accommodates dogs of all breeds with designated pet exercise areas near each cabin and RV site. The campground provides water stations and waste disposal bags throughout the property, maintaining clean facilities for both pets and owners. Cranberry Run Campground and Mountain Vista Campground also welcome pets with spacious sites separated from non-pet areas. Trails directly accessible from campsites offer excellent walking opportunities for dogs, though leash rules are strictly enforced throughout all properties. The family-friendly environment at these campgrounds ensures pets receive a warm welcome, with staff providing pet-specific recommendations for nearby hiking trails.
Numerous hiking trails in the Delaware Water Gap area accommodate leashed dogs, with the Red Dot trail on Mt. Tammany offering spectacular views suitable for active dogs and their owners. Local veterinary services are available within 15 minutes of most campgrounds, with emergency care in East Stroudsburg. Seasonal considerations include summer heat precautions, as many campsites provide limited shade for pets. Sites 61 and 62 at Cranberry Run offer larger spaces ideal for families with multiple dogs, while their walk-in pond sites provide a quieter experience for nervous pets. Most campgrounds require vaccination records at check-in and enforce quiet hours after 10 PM to prevent excessive barking disturbances. Winter camping options are limited, with Delaware Water Gap KOA being one of few year-round operations accommodating pets.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Stroudsburg (145)
1. Camp Taylor Campground
"The wolf preserve at the same location was just amazing - we learned so much and could hear the wolves howl from the campsite. Hiked to Mt."
"Positives: sites are decent sized with fire pits and picnic tables. easy access to hiking, convenient to a beautiful vineyard, peaceful region, and the most amazing wolf preserve is right next to you. "
Check Availabilityfrom $33 - $42 / night
2. Mountain Vista Campground
"Large dog park. Love the Campground except our site is near a fairly busy road which takes away from that beautiful tranquility. They have camouflaged it as best they could. Friendly staff."
"The staff are wonderful, the whole campsite is very dog friendly and even has a dog park. Lots of stuff to do for kids including a game room. Only downside is the sites are a bit small."
3. Delaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA
"The site was very kid and pet friendly, outfitted with both a pet and children's playground(see pictures and videos)."
"Also a small pet area. We enjoyed it and would go back."
Check Availabilityfrom $45 - $250 / night
4. Driftstone Campground
"Pet friendly. We love it at Driftstone!"
"Driftstone is set on a beautiful location on the Delaware River. River Road on which it is located, is picturesque and quiet enough to run, walk or bike on."
Check Availabilityfrom $64 - $74 / night
5. Cranberry Run Campground
"PRO's: Dog Friendly (we had 2 dogs and there was no charge), firewood and ice available, small store with essentials, pay per person with no limit to # people, quiet, shaded, close to DeWG Con's: small"
"A shady spot with a creek nearby and good cell service. They have a pool. The surrounding area/town is really nice."
Check Availabilityfrom $44 - $72 / night
6. Otter Lake Camp Resort
"We are lucky enough to have a lakefront site at Otter Lake for the Winter season, and feel like we have gone to heaven!"
"There is a steam and some wet areas behind the row of sites we were in. I would probably avoid this section in the summer as the bugs will be bad."
7. Thousand Trails Timothy Lake South
"The campsite is beautiful and lovely to walk around, the outside campground cats are the best part though ❣️"
"Had to move to a new site to get away from the trees to get starlink connectivity."
8. Hickory Run State Park Campground
"We took the short drive to Hawk Falls Trail and also completed the Orchard Trail Loop."
"The bathroom facilities were clean, the hiking in the area was gorgeous and pet friendly and I’m looking forward to going back"
65 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $72 / night
9. Jenny Jump State Forest
"My husband and I Tent camped in #34 with our dog. The space was reasonably priced, but we did have to pay an extra $5/day for our dog."
"Hikes close by. Other campers friendly. Dog friendly on a leash."
10. Pocono Vacation Park
"You literally CANNOT find a more conveniently located campground in the Pocono area. It is super close to all shopping, outlets, water parks and area attractions."
"It’s very close to the Rail Gap Pocono Creek Nature Reserve, with some nice trails along Pocono Creek. We stayed here for a week and everyone we met was super friendly, and we would visit again."
Check Availabilityfrom $33 - $41 / night
Drive Time
- 39 min from Scranton, PA
- 40 min from Allentown, PA
- 1 hr 20 min from Kiryas Joel, NY
- 1 hr 26 min from Trenton, NJ
Recent Dog-Friendly Camping Photos near Stroudsburg, PA
111 Photos of 145 Stroudsburg Campgrounds • uploaded by The Dyrt campers
Cranberry Run Campground
Mountain Vista CampgroundE
Camp Taylor Campground
Delaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA
Camp Starry Night at Gulyan Farms
Driftstone Campground
Otter Lake Camp Resort
Hunt Lodge Log Cabin | Peaceful Area Near AttractionsL
Hemlock Campground & Cottages
Swartswood State Park Campground
Tiny A-Frame: Private Pond, Hot Tub, Heat/AC WiFi
Great Divide CampgroundJ
Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Stroudsburg, PA
1181 Reviews of 145 Stroudsburg 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.
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.
Maria Mercedes M.LegendRound Valley State Park Campground
Peaceful Wilderness Escape for Adventurous Families
There's something wonderfully special about escaping into nature where the only sounds are rustling leaves, birds singing and the gentle movement of water along the shoreline. Nestled among the wooded hills surrounding the beautiful Round Valley Reservoir, this rustic SP campground offers families a chance to disconnect from everyday distractions and enjoy a little wilderness adventure together. Unlike traditional campgrounds, the campsites are accessible only by hiking or boating, so getting anywhere here requires some planning and a willingness to travel light. Once you've arrived, you'll find secluded, wooded campsites with picnic tables, fire rings and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. Amenities are basic, with pit toilets and no showers, but the beautiful reservoir, scenic hiking trails, fishing and kayaking opportunities more than make up for the lack of modern conveniences. Our kids loved exploring the woods, spotting wildlife and gathering around a crackling campfire at night to share stories beneath the stars. For families comfortable with the hike, I'd recommend choosing one of the campsites along the reservoir shoreline for the lovely water views and peaceful surroundings. Just remember that swimming is limited to the park's designated beach area. Round Valley isn't your typical family campground, but for adventurous families who enjoy hiking, camping under the stars and making wonderful memories together, it's a beautiful place to experience nature at its finest!
- 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.
Roger V.
TravelerBake Oven Knob
solid parking place for vans and RVs. road is dirt gravel but not terrible. nice hike nearby
- 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.
Thomas B.
RangerNeversink River Resort
Cool Riverside Campground
I'll start by saying this is a site-specific review (C20). I booked using Campspot and didn't select my own site but put in the criteria for my rig (30ft TT plus truck) and got a 50A back-in spot. The site was big but abnormal. Between the picnic table placement and the trees, I ended up right around 50ft from the electric and water, and the water spigot was so low I could barely put on my camco filter. With the uneven dirt roads, I had to unhitch with my truck in a gigantic puddle (lol). The site was otherwise fine aside from my gate code not working on Day 2. As for the campground as a whole, I thought it was pretty unique place by the river that offered several good amenities and activities, like downstream river tubing, an arcade, bathroom/shower facilities, a small store, little trails, and more. I would say this place borders the more primitive side.
- eedgar V.Scout
Black Bear RV Park
Super clean and quiet
Past reviews has mentioned that the office seems to be closed often, while I found that to be true I had no reason to contact anyone. This is definitely one of the cleanest quiets site I’ve ever visited
Guide to Stroudsburg
Nestled within the Pocono Mountains at approximately 500 feet elevation, Stroudsburg serves as a gateway to diverse pet-friendly camping opportunities. The area experiences distinct seasonal changes with summer daytime temperatures averaging 75-85°F and winter temperatures often dropping below freezing. Most campgrounds in the region operate on forested terrain with a mix of level and sloped sites requiring proper leveling equipment.
What to do
Wildlife observation at Camp Taylor: Camp Taylor Campground offers direct access to the Lakota Wolf Preserve where campers can hear wolves howling from their sites. "There are moments by the fire you can hear them howl in the distance. It's one of our favorite places to camp," shares Julie F. The preserve offers discounted tours for campers staying on the property.
Hiking with elevation views: Just minutes from campgrounds, the area offers varied terrain with multiple difficulty levels. At Camp Taylor Campground, "There are miles of hiking trails and direct access to the Appalachian Tr. We walked to the point at Mt Tammany for a great view of the river," notes Jean T. Most trails permit leashed dogs, making them ideal for pet owners.
Water activities on multiple lakes: Several campgrounds feature lake access with rental options. At Otter Lake Camp Resort, campers enjoy "Beautiful Lake with fishing & boating" and "Pools indoor and outdoor," according to Nicole S. The lake includes a swimming beach and boat rentals including paddleboats and kayaks.
What campers like
Wooded, private sites: Many campgrounds maintain natural surroundings between campsites. At Mountain Vista Campground, "Sites were small so not a ton of privacy," according to Jojo P., while some campgrounds offer more seclusion. The campground is "Shady, lots to do, clean! Our site was roomy and serene!" reports Dina M.
Clean facilities with family accommodations: Bathrooms and shower facilities vary by campground, but most maintain regular cleaning schedules. Promised Land State Park features "beautiful new bathrooms" and "private lakeside walk-in sites," according to Alaina Z. Many campgrounds offer family bathrooms to accommodate parents with small children.
Year-round options: While most campgrounds operate seasonally (typically April-October), some remain open through winter. Delaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA operates year-round, which Penny C. found convenient: "Easy check in and check out. Our camp site was great (52), backed onto a wooded area and a big playground was directly in front of us."
What you should know
Wildlife precautions: Bear activity requires proper food storage at all campgrounds in the region. At Tobyhanna State Park Campground, "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," warns Erik M.
Variable site sizes: Campgrounds offer different spacing between sites, affecting privacy levels. Some pet-friendly campgrounds provide larger sites specifically for pet owners. Sites at Hickory Run State Park are "large and many are somewhat private in terms of visual barriers," according to Bridget D.
Cell service limitations: Coverage varies significantly by location and carrier. Timothy Lake South has limited reception where "the cell service for most providers is practically non-existent," reports Jim G. Some campgrounds provide Wi-Fi near office areas only, requiring campers to plan communications accordingly.
Tips for camping with families
Playground proximity selection: Choose sites near recreational areas for convenience with children. Kevin B. from Driftstone Campground notes it's "Great camping had fun" with multiple family activities available. The campground offers "Easy access to Delaware Gap Recreation Area" with "spacious" sites that have "water and electric hookups," according to Elke P.
Indoor recreation options: For rainy days, select campgrounds with covered facilities. Otter Lake Camp Resort provides "Indoor pool with 2 hot tubs even a dry sauna," says Erik M., making it suitable for all-weather family camping.
Educational programming: Many parks offer ranger-led activities for children. Pickerel Point Campground was "pleasantly surprised they have programs for kids," notes John R. These programs typically operate on weekends during peak season and teach about local wildlife and ecology.
Tips from RVers
Site selection challenges: RV campers should research site dimensions carefully. At Cranberry Run Campground, "Sites were all rocky and many on steep inclines," warns jim W. First-time visitors should call ahead to discuss specific rig requirements and potential leveling needs.
Seasonal site differences: Availability and conditions vary throughout the operating season. Carol N. from Delaware Water Gap KOA advises, "Depending upon how much you are into covid procedures... It was definitely clean and decently maintained. The sites are large in most cases."
Hookup variations: Not all sites offer full hookups, so check specifications before booking. Some campgrounds like Driftstone on the Delaware offer "water and electric and cable" with "an inexpensive pump out service available daily," notes Kathy G. Most campgrounds with sewer connections cluster these premium sites in specific areas rather than throughout the property.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular dog-friendly
campsite near Stroudsburg, PA?
Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Stroudsburg, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Stroudsburg, PA is Camp Taylor Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 25 reviews.
What is the best site to find
dog-friendly camping near
Stroudsburg, PA?
What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Stroudsburg, PA?
TheDyrt.com has all 145 dog-friendly camping locations near Stroudsburg, PA, with real photos and reviews from campers.
Keep Exploring