Near Tatamy, Pennsylvania, camping options expand beyond standard tent sites to include upscale glamping accommodations in the Delaware Water Gap region. The area sits at approximately 400 feet elevation with seasonal temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Many campgrounds near Tatamy remain open from April through October, with primitive campsites starting around $25 and glamping options ranging from $60-120 per night.
What to do
Explore boulder fields: Ringing Rocks Family Campground offers proximity to the unique Ringing Rocks County Park where visitors can create musical sounds from the unusual rock formations. "Bring a hammer," suggests one camper, while another noted, "The rocks really do ring when hit with another rock."
Fish in local reservoirs: Spruce Run Recreation Area provides excellent fishing opportunities with large open areas near the water. "Our site was on the water and it was really nice. A duck visited us every morning," shares one visitor. The campground includes boat launches and a lifeguarded swimming area.
Hike the Appalachian Trail: Camp Taylor Campground offers direct access to miles of hiking trails including connections to the Appalachian Trail. "Hiked to Mt. Tammany from the campsite for the best view in NJ (9 miles round trip)," reports one camper. The trail system provides various difficulty levels for different hiking abilities.
Tubing on the Delaware River: Delaware River Family Campground provides tubing opportunities with convenience. "They also have a great tubing down the river company that the ride ends at the campground," notes one reviewer. Kayak and tube rentals are available for those without their own equipment.
What campers like
Secluded camping options: Mountainview Campground offers both wooded and field sites with excellent privacy. "The property is well kept and campsites are a good distance from each other. Plenty of open field as well as wooded areas," notes one visitor. Another camper mentioned, "Our site was fully private (could not see or hear neighbors)."
Wildlife encounters: Local campgrounds offer chances to observe wildlife in their natural habitat. "We saw wild turkeys and deer in the morning," mentioned a camper at Hickory Run State Park. At Round Valley State Park, campers report, "The wildlife is everywhere!" with opportunities for stargazing at many sites.
Clean facilities: Multiple campgrounds in the Tatamy area maintain well-kept amenities. "The bathrooms were clean with hot water and decent pressure," reported one visitor to Mountainview Campground, while another noted, "Bath stalls and showers are basic but clean." Even primitive camping areas often maintain clean vault toilets.
Proximity to water: Round Valley State Park Campground offers waterfront sites with crystal-clear water views. "The water is crystal clear, the area is clean. There's bathrooms and pumps but we just filtered the water from the reservoir instead which tasted a million times better than the well water," one camper noted. Many sites feature reservoir or river access.
What you should know
Primitive camping requirements: Round Valley State Park offers true wilderness camping that requires effort to reach. "It's a pretty strenuous hike, but you'll be rewarded for the effort! If you get a site on the water, you can take a boat across to your site," explains one reviewer. Sites are accessible only by hiking 3-6 miles or by boat.
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds in the Tatamy area operate between April and October. "We've tent camped here three or four times. It's a quiet wooded campground (not all spots, but most). Easy to get to, and friendly family ownership," notes a Mountainview Campground visitor. Reservations are highly recommended, especially for weekend stays.
Swimming regulations: Some campgrounds have restrictions on swimming in natural water bodies despite proximity. At Round Valley State Park, swimming in the reservoir isn't permitted at all camping sites despite their location near the water. Pool facilities at other campgrounds often close by early evening, typically around 6pm.
Site selection strategies: Consider location relative to facilities. "If bringing your RV, the safest bet is to reserve a spot with no shade as the other spots often times have very low hanging tree limbs," advises one camper about Spruce Run Recreation Area. Tent campers should look for sites with natural drainage to avoid flooding.
Tips for camping with families
Look for playgrounds: Colonial Woods Family Resort provides multiple child-friendly amenities. "The swimming pond is pleasant and great to cool off in. The bathrooms/showers are clean and well maintained. The small mini-golf course is a fun distraction for a bit," shares one family. Scheduled activities often include crafts for children.
Select campgrounds with enforced quiet hours: Some campsites are better than others for ensuring peaceful family camping. "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," notes one Camp Taylor visitor.
Check educational opportunities: Several campgrounds offer nature programs for children. "The visitors center boasts the most modern updates and a truly lovely interactive museum displaying the history and current wildlife of the park," reports a camper at Hickory Run State Park, noting the educational opportunities available.
Consider site proximity: When camping with children, bathroom access matters. "The bathrooms are FAR and I highly doubt no one has ever peed outside at night instead of navigating through the night to them," warns a tent camper at Ringing Rocks Family Campground. Request sites closer to facilities when camping with young children.
Tips from RVers
Check hookup availability: Hookup options vary widely among glamping sites near Tatamy. "Our spot was #27 and pretty spacious. The showers were free and clean with hot water and decent pressure. The landing for the camper was even with gravel and the rest of the site was mostly even. The power station was well intact with 15/20, 30, and 50amp," reports a Mountainview Campground visitor.
Consider road conditions: Access roads to some campgrounds present challenges. "The roads are very narrow, pretty sizable boulders on both sides, trees are very low and need to be trimmed (almost took my ac out with a huge limb)," cautions a Colonial Woods camper with a fifth wheel. Smaller travel trailers may have better experiences at some locations.
Research dump station locations: Some campgrounds have limited dumping facilities. "Dump station location isn't ideal on a busy morning. I heard they might work on a second dump location and was told to ask if it's ok to stick around until it dies down if our site isn't needed soon," advises a Colonial Woods camper.
