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  • Camper-submitted photo from Indian Head Campground
    September 2, 2024

    Indian Head Campground

    Overall has great potential.

    Campground it a little outdated. The back seasonal area has some sketchy looking campers that look abandoned. The locals using the pavilion stayed up making noise way past the 10 pm quiet time. The owners are still relatively new and making visible improvements and were very nice. The layout of the sites was odd and mostly not marked off very well and looked like a free for all in some areas.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Keen Lake Resort Campground
    August 5, 2024

    Keen Lake Resort Campground

    Best camp ground ever

    Keen lake is the most cleanest friendliest family environment campsite you will ever find. Beautiful lake great fishing. Activities all day long for the children. Great general store that has everything in it that is open from sun up to sundown. The nachos and ice cream are the best. Super friendly staff. It's big they have tent sites right along the lake the lake is huge there's so much I could say but I would run out of room. I started coming here when I was four and I am now 46 years old and it is just the best place ever. It will always have a special place in our heart. Look forward every year to coming here no matter what age my kids are they all have a blast. From tent sites to RVs to cottages to glamping you name it they have it highly recommend it. Recently went camping to somewhere a little bit closer to home and it's nothing compared to here. It's like comparing Macy's to Walmart. You will never regret coming here. So pack your family up and have a great time.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Indian Head Campground
    August 4, 2024

    Indian Head Campground

    False advertising

    We booked this campground because it was waterfront camping. Upon arriving to the site, we saw that it was not in fact waterfront camping. When we talked to the office, they just told us to take the other side, which also was not waterfront like advertised. Luckily, before we decided to check that side out, the owners son told her that someone else was coming to that section, “which they were also confused as to why the camping wasn’t waterfront”. The water that was accessible was a small launch area where other people in the campground hung out at most of the time. The map of the campground they gave us was completely different than the one online. The sites weren’t marked either.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ricketts Glen State Park Campground
    July 20, 2024

    Ricketts Glen State Park Campground

    A must do

    This is one of the best camping experiences we've had. This state park has so much to offer and the campground is very nice. The campsites are really good, most of them fairly private and level. There are some pull through sites for big rigs but those don't have trees and are not private. We had a site with power for our small trailer and it was fantastic. The bathrooms were kept very clean and they had 4 showers so we never had to wait. There is absolutely no cell service, however, and we had to go all the way down the mountain to get texts or make calls. The trails are very well maintained. If you want to do the Falls Trail ( 21 beautiful waterfalls), it is quite challenging. We were glad to have trecking poles and hiking boots. It took us over 4 hours to do the entire hike. There is a nice beach for swimming, the lake felt clean and wasn't too cold in July. Lake Jean is nice to kayak and there are quite a few tent sites you can launch your watercraft from, as well as 2 public launch sites. I was worried about the weather because it was 98 degrees in NJ but as the park is up in elevation, we did not get over the mid 80's the whole time we were there and the mornings were quite cool. I definitely recommend this park. It does get very busy on weekends so if you can stay during the week it's much nicer.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ricketts Glen State Park Campground
    July 13, 2024

    Ricketts Glen State Park Campground

    Mostly Rustic Camping with Great Hikes

    The campground is mostly rustic with no hookups, but there are some electric and full hookup sites. Best ones don't have hookups. Have to do the Falls Hike. It's a fairly challenging hike and gets very busy on weekends and past noon, but its a must do.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Salt Springs State Park Campground
    June 29, 2024

    Salt Springs State Park Campground

    Unique park with unique natural features

    This park is technically a “state park” because the land for it was donated to the state for public use. However, once the state became the official stewards, there werent funds in the state budget to maintain it as a park. A lical group, the Friends of Salt Springs, stepped up and offered to maintain the park with funds raised by their group. The result is a small but unique property open to the public for day use (picnicking and hiking and fishing) along with 2 small rustic campgrounds. One campground has a large open mowed grassy meadow with level sites for car camping or small campers, no hookups are available but each site has a fire ring and picnic table. On the other side of the parks trout stream are seven secluded primitive hike-in tent sites along with three basic camper cabins. The Friends of Salt Springs makes a good effort to maintain these two rustic campgrounds, however it seems there isnt a ranger on site at night so a camper said the meadow campground can get a little noisy some nights. The hike in sites are relatively quiet and secluded though, and are positioned nicely along the stream, one site actually adjacent to a good swimming hole.

    The camper cabins are basic with bunks, bring all your own gear. They are fairly new and have electricity but no water or heat.

    On the grounds in the day use area are picnic spits, a pavilion, and an activity barn. When I was there, the barn was featuring a local quilt show.

    The special aspect of this park are the hiking trails through old growth hemlock forest, said to be the largest hemlocks in Pennsylvania. The trout stream also cascades through some some waterfalls, and there are gorges with unique geology.

    There is a village nearby with limited supplies, you may want to stock up on groceries before heading out to this somewhat remote park. There is, however, a local brewery, plus an odd coffee shop featuring both donuts and ammo, an unusual combination…..

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lackawanna State Park Campground
    June 19, 2024

    Lackawanna State Park Campground

    Something for everyone!

    This is an amazing state park that has something for everyone. There is an environmental education center with programs, there is fishing and boating, and an amazing network if hiking and horse riding trails. There are several campgrounds, with tremendous variety for every camping style. There are standard car camping tent sites, RV sites, and yurts and camper cabins. For those who like more rustic options, there are hike-in sites that are beautiful and not far from the parking area. The campsites are nestled in a deep shady mature forest, and peaceful and quiet due to the wooded aspect and spacing of sites (at least for me, in September in a hike-in site not far from the regular campground). It is nice to have such a fine camping and outdoor recreation opportunity within an easy drive of the city of Clarks Summit, so probably a great weekend getaway for local folks, but a wonderful stopover for anyone on a road trip through northern PA as it is not far off Interstate 81. I was there only one day, but would like to be back to explore the trails!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Tobyhanna State Park Campground
    June 19, 2024

    Tobyhanna State Park Campground

    Great place to camp

    Our first timing camping at Tobyhanna and it won't be our last.

    Mix of electric and non-electric sites.  No water hook ups but a water station is on site.

    Camp sites are generously size, good spacing between sites and heavily treed.  Huge lake to enjoy.  We rode our mountain bikes around the 5 mile trail around the lake.  Just awesome.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Chenango Valley State Park Campground
    June 15, 2024

    Chenango Valley State Park Campground

    This Place has it All!

    Great all-around campground. Level sites with plenty of trees. Clean bath houses. Tons of biking and hike trails. A “beach” swim area that is like a resort. A golf course. A great option for families.

    A really beautiful area to visit. A very cool brewery is just 4 miles away.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lower Lake Campground Beechwood Area — Promised Land State Park
    April 22, 2024

    Lower Lake Campground Beechwood Area — Promised Land State Park

    Comfortable and Peaceful

    First trip of the season and we were amazed. Not crowded this time of year, serene, and perfect weather. We collected our own firewood as there is none for sale in the state park. We thought that was going to be a problem but we were okay with it!

    Hiked 2 short easy trails (Little Falls and the Conservation Nature Loop- which we drove to). Absolutely beautiful! Bathrooms were clean and water was hot in the shower.

    We will be visiting again!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Moon Lake Recreation Area
    April 9, 2024

    Moon Lake Recreation Area

    Great peaceful environment

    My family loves it up here. The reservation staff are over accommodating and very helpful, we had to call them a few times. Great place for hiking, fishing, letting kids have fun and be kids. A nice quiet place to relax by the fire while the kids sleep.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Cozy Creek Family Campground
    April 9, 2024

    Cozy Creek Family Campground

    Rustic creek family campground

    This is a fantastic campground! The tent sites are right on the creek. The grounds, the little store/coffee shop and the facilities were pristine. The owner and all the employees were as friendly as they were accommodating. I can't say enough good things. I'll definitely be back.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Loyalsock State Forest
    March 19, 2024

    Loyalsock State Forest

    The campsites aren't too bad but I choose a bad night to stay.

    The sites are just pull offs along the road. the road isn't heavily traveled so it's not too bad. The problem was the night that I stayed there it had been raining non stop for several day and the whole campsite. was several inches of mud. there wasn't any grassy areas to park near. All in all not a bad place in dry conditions. it was reported to be free with a permit but the permit was about $15

  • Camper-submitted photo from Jim Thorpe Camping Resort
    March 18, 2024

    Jim Thorpe Camping Resort

    Nice Family Campground

    This campground is definitely designed for young families. I booked last minute and had to make do with a primitive site which was downhill and a little bumpy. However, there are extremely nice bathrooms and a ton of things to do if you have children like playground, arcade and activities. It’s nice how close it is to downtown Jim Thorpe but it was a little too close together and family oriented for me as someone who travels only with young adults.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Mauch Chunk Lake Park
    March 18, 2024

    Mauch Chunk Lake Park

    Great for groups!

    I’ve stayed here a couple times with groups. I believe it is a great spot to go with people who haven’t camped much before. It has flat tent spaces, generally clean bathrooms, and access to tons of things to do on the campground and nearby.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Scrub Mountain Retreat
    March 1, 2024

    Scrub Mountain Retreat

    New to the Dyrt!

    Jake from the Dyrt here! We're excited to have this campground on the Dyrt and ready for you to book, check them out and make sure to leave a review!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hickory Run State Park Campground
    February 25, 2024

    Hickory Run State Park Campground

    Beautiful Hickory

    ❤️😊We would like to thank Hickory for letting us stay their peace fully it was our first camping trip in a 🚎RV travel trailer our first RV purchase you made our stay amazing I loved the environment our favorite spot is the beach trail 🏞️💦right their you can let yourself go and meditate with mother nature 🌍 so amazing hickory has alot to offer you just have to seek it . 🌞 Our favorite spot guess where 😜stay tuned for more The Outsider's 💋🇵🇷🇺🇲

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ricketts Glen State Park Campground
    February 19, 2024

    Ricketts Glen State Park Campground

    Neat campground, bring hiking or walking shoes!

    First off, if you are going to visit all the falls, bring shoes that you can walk in and that are smart for wet and moist surfaces.  Flip flops will not work for this.  We had tennis shoes on and that wasn't our best choice, however we don't own hiking boots....might be something we get in time, especially if we go back here.  The many falls are breathtaking!  We had a very nice site....no electric, clean bathhouses, very quiet.  This one was far for us, but we had a very enjoyable time there with our friends!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ricketts Glen State Park Campground
    November 14, 2023

    Ricketts Glen State Park Campground

    Sweet spot!

    Two things:  (1) You're in for quite a climb getting up to the campground; and (2) there is no cell service, at least for AT&T.  It was also difficult to find, as Google Maps directed us to a parking lot at a trail head that was a good distance away from the campground.

    But we loved the campground.   We had a quick overnight touch-and-go, and really wish we could have stayed awhile.  Will definitely stop in when passing this way again.



Guide to Tunkhannock

Camping near Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for you.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the stunning trails at Ricketts Glen State Park Campground. One reviewer said, "The trails are very well maintained. If you want to do the Falls Trail (21 beautiful waterfalls), it is quite challenging."
  • Fishing and Boating: At Keen Lake Resort Campground, you can enjoy fishing and rent paddle boats. A visitor mentioned, "Beautiful lake great fishing. Activities all day long for the children."
  • Swimming: Many campgrounds, like Tobyhanna State Park Campground, have access to lakes for swimming. One camper noted, "The 5-mile hike around the lake was very pretty... Lots of people kayaking the lake."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-kept restrooms and showers. A review for Frances Slocum State Park Campground said, "Large, wooded sites, good bathhouse, nice trails close by."
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Many campgrounds cater to families. One visitor at Pine Cradle Lake Family Campground shared, "The lakeside spots are gorgeous and the private dock is great when you have kids that love to fish."
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy having room to spread out. A review for Whispering Pines Camping Estates mentioned, "One of the quietest and most spacious campgrounds we’ve ever stayed in."

What you should know:

  • Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds, like Worlds End State Park Campground, have little to no cell service. A camper noted, "Awesome quiet campground with no cell phone service allowing you to really be in peace with nature."
  • Busy on Weekends: Popular spots can get crowded. A visitor at Keen Lake Resort Campground mentioned, "It does get very busy on weekends so if you can stay during the week it's much nicer."
  • Rustic Options Available: Some campgrounds offer more rustic experiences. A review for Tobyhanna State Park Campground stated, "Mix of electric and non-electric sites. No water hookups but a water station is on site."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Plan Activities: Keep kids entertained with planned activities. One camper at Keen Lake Resort Campground said, "The amount of activities they had planned for all group ages was nothing short of amazing."
  • Choose the Right Site: Look for spacious sites for family gatherings. A review for Pioneer Campground mentioned, "Large sites nice and shady quiet."
  • Bring Comfortable Shoes: For hiking, make sure everyone has proper footwear. A visitor at Ricketts Glen State Park Campground advised, "If you are going to visit all the falls, bring shoes that you can walk in and that are smart for wet and moist surfaces."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Ensure your RV fits the site. A review for Frances Slocum State Park Campground noted, "The site was paved but not really level and layout was odd."
  • Look for Full Hookups: Some campgrounds offer full hookups for convenience. A camper at Keen Lake Resort Campground mentioned, "We had full hookups."
  • Be Prepared for Weather: Check the forecast and pack accordingly. A visitor at Tobyhanna State Park Campground said, "The weather in this area is very pleasant during the summer and made for a great stay."

Camping near Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania, has a lot to offer, from beautiful parks to family-friendly activities. Whether you're in an RV or tent, you'll find a spot that suits your needs!

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