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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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Several glamping destinations can be found in the Jim Thorpe area near Summit Hill, Pennsylvania, including Blue Rocks Family Campground and Mauch Chunk Lake Park. These sites offer elevated camping experiences with comfortable accommodations beyond traditional tent camping. Options range from rustic-luxury cabins with modern amenities to seasonal yurts designed for year-round comfort. "The campground was beautiful and while it was likely full, it still felt secluded," noted one reviewer about Mauch Chunk Lake Park. Many locations feature electricity, comfortable beds with linens, private fire pits, and picnic tables. The Woods Camping Resort also provides glamping options with access to full bathroom facilities, making these accommodations ideal for travelers seeking outdoor experiences without sacrificing comfort.
Mauch Chunk Lake Park provides excellent water-based activities with its lake beach for swimming and opportunities for kayaking and paddle boarding. One visitor remarked, "I like that I can launch my paddle board from my site and the water is so clean and clear." Nearby Jim Thorpe town offers additional attractions including white water rafting, hiking trails, and dining options. The Switchback Trail, accessible directly from Jim Thorpe Camping Resort, offers scenic hiking opportunities. Most glamping sites in the region are open seasonally from April through October, with a few locations like Tuscarora State Park remaining open year-round. The proximity to outdoor recreation combined with comfortable accommodations makes this area particularly attractive for glampers seeking both adventure and comfort.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Summit Hill (59)
1. 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
2. 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."
3. 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
4. Tuscarora State Park Campground
"They offer cabins and yurts, but have no sites for people to set up tents. The main attraction for this park is their lake, which you can swim in, fish, kayak or drop in a boat."
"Off the beaten path in the middle of “pennsyl-tucky”. No cell service at all unless you drive up to the top of the mountain."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $49 - $90 / night
5. Blue Rocks Family Campground
"Blue Rocks family campground is close to I78 however it is still off the beaten path. It is very peaceful to camp here as you have different types of environments."
"Ice cream parlor was a bonus and general store was great, well stocked and good prices. The hiking trails near by are wonderful. The boulder feild is a must see!"
6. Allentown KOA
"Staff was friendly and helpful. It’s very secluded, no highway noise. Our spot backed up right to a creek and it was beautiful."
"Loved being right next to the stream. No fish in sight though. Sites were huge! Hiking trail was about a mile up and back but cool. Lots of pull through sites."
7. Stonybrook RV Resort
"THINGS I LIKED:
- This place is in super condition— everything works as it’s supposed to and is clean and maintained
- The concrete pad/patio with Breeo smokeless fire pit, Adirondack chairs"
"Has a heated pool and playground, laundry facilities and a small game. Shower / bathrooms are the best I’ve ever seen."
8. Pocono Point
"They also have stationary RVs on site that you can stay in, those are about $120 per night. Good location and easy to get to from the PA turnpike NE extension 476."
"The lots were large and the staff was so accommodating! Everyone in the campground was family friendly, kind, and welcoming."
Check Availabilityfrom $45 - $550 / night
9. 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."
10. Beechwood Lodge Nudist Camp
"First timer visitors , had a blast , people were very helpful, nice and made us feel very welcomed!"
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- 51 min from Allentown, PA
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- 1 hr 12 min from Lebanon, PA
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Glamping Reviews near Summit Hill, PA
706 Reviews of 59 Summit Hill 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!
Thomas B.
RangerTohickon Family Campground
Simple, peaceful FHU
We stayed just a couple nights here on our way north. The camp host was helpful before our stay and during check-in. Our site was pretty isolated from the others, so it was very quiet (no complaints here). There is a decent mix of sunny sites by the river and shady sites under the trees. The weather was perfect mid September. There wasn't anything spectacular for me, but it was a good experience and it was a nice taste of fall PA scenery. Beware that the roads are tight for a big rig. Side note, it did seem like most campers lived there.
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.
Kelvin R.
ScoutTohickon Valley County Park
First time camping
As far as experience it was good. The main issue was the campsite where we were was uneven and caused many of the sleeping arrangements that we had to be not level. This seems to be a specific issue to the group campsite number two as when we went inwards it seemed like everything else was much better.
Coll G.TravelerCamp Taylor Campground
Privacy & quiet hours are king
We’ve been to Camp Taylor twice now for tent camping: September 2021 and May 2023. We stayed at the rustic tent sites both times, and there was room for 2 cars and 2 tents. Depending on how you want your setup, there are some that are more secluded and others that are close together and would be great for group camping.
The staff are all lovely and take the time to explain the rules both in-person at check-in and on the forms they provide at the time of booking. They are not hiding how seriously they take rules like quiet hours, and it will keep campers like me coming back. If you are respectful of the folks around you and especially during the posted quiet hours, you will have no problems.
The office and shop keep supply of snacks, firewood, and gifts. There are flush toilets mapped in spots of the tent sites (SUCH a pleasant surprise! I was expecting a porta-potty or vault toilet), and hot showers are available at the same complex as the office.
Guide to Summit Hill
Camping in Summit Hill, Pennsylvania occurs at an elevation of 1,550 feet in the western Pocono Mountains. Winter temperatures can drop below 20°F with heavy snowfall, while summer days average 75-85°F with moderate humidity. Several campgrounds remain open year-round, including Tuscarora State Park with its winter-accessible yurts.
What to do
Boulder field exploration: Hickory Run State Park features a unique 16.5-acre boulder field accessible via a maintained trail. "Boulders everywhere! Big ones, small ones, run (carefully) across them all! Beyond the Boulder field is a vast, scary, unknown," notes one visitor at Hickory Run State Park Campground.
Switchback Trail hiking: Access this historic rail trail directly from camping areas for moderate day hikes. "A major pro is access to the Switchback Trail from the campground. A wonderfully scenic trail," according to a camper at Jim Thorpe Camping Resort.
Paddle sports: Several lakes offer calm waters for various paddle activities. "You can get sites right on the water that are nice size. If you go during the week, it's quite calm," reports a visitor at Mauch Chunk Lake Park.
Disc golf: Multiple courses available for all skill levels within short drives from campgrounds. Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort offers on-site disc golf, with a camper noting, "If you're into Disc golf this place has that too."
What campers like
Private waterfront sites: Lakefront camping provides direct water access. "Our site was right on the water that are nice size. I like that I can launch my paddle board from my sight and the water is so clean and clear," mentions a camper at Mauch Chunk Lake Park.
Clean bathhouse facilities: Many campgrounds maintain well-serviced restrooms. "Bathrooms were great! Showers clean," notes a visitor at Jim Thorpe Camping Resort. Another camper at Stonybrook RV Resort shared, "Shower/bathrooms are the best I've ever seen."
Well-stocked camp stores: Essential supplies available on-site at most locations. "The camp store had good hours and is stocked to high heaven; you could come here with just the clothes on your back and buy everything you need for a very comfortable stay," reports a visitor at Hickory Run State Park Campground.
Year-round yurt options: Heated accommodations available during winter months. "My girlfriends and I just stayed in the yurts for annual glamping trip. Yurts have heat and fans. Full size refrigerator, stove and microwave," states a camper at Tuscarora State Park.
What you should know
Site variations: Terrain differs significantly between campgrounds and even within single locations. "Sites were not very defined, level or rock free. Makes it fun searching for a good position within the site, kinda like roughing it in the actual wild," mentions a camper at Jim Thorpe Camping Resort.
Booking windows: Most popular sites require reservations 3-6 months in advance. "Peak season requires minimum 5 day reservation," notes a visitor at Tuscarora State Park.
Seasonal limitations: Many campgrounds operate April through October only. "This area is so beautiful. A ton to explore and a huge frisbee golf course," shares a Hickory Run visitor about summer activities.
Pet restrictions: Policies vary significantly between locations. "Dogs are allowed in the park but not in campgrounds (yurts and cabins)," cautions a Tuscarora State Park camper.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Multiple play areas available at select campgrounds. "There is a playground, pool, arcade, and office store," notes a camper at Jim Thorpe Camping Resort.
Swimming beaches: Lake swimming available at designated areas during summer months. "Beautiful lake beach and canoe and kayak rentals," shares a visitor at Mauch Chunk Lake Park.
Wildlife viewing: Supervised nature walks best in early morning. "We saw a dung beetle, which was awesome," mentions a Hickory Run camper about unexpected wildlife encounters.
Yurt camping conveniences: Summit Hill, Pennsylvania yurt options provide comfort for families new to camping. "Yurts have 2 sets of bunk beds with one set having full size mattress on bottom. Full size refrigerator, stove and microwave," reports a Tuscarora camper.
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Some sites require significant adjustment equipment. "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," warns a camper at Blue Rocks Family Campground.
Site spacing concerns: RV sites vary considerably in privacy levels. "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," notes a visitor at Hickory Run State Park.
Winter accessibility: Select campgrounds remain open year-round with limited hookups. "We stayed here during the winter January-February no activities going on. It does offer beautiful views especially covered in snow," shares a camper at Stonybrook RV Resort.
Road conditions: Access roads may present challenges for larger rigs. "Even though this jacket was 2 or 3 sizes too big for me, I was able to adjust the cuffs on the sleeves as well as the hood to give me a better fit," reports a camper discussing outdoor gear needed at Hickory Run State Park.
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