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TravelerFrances Slocum State Park Campground
Nice State Park
Really nice views from the sites. Facilities are well equipped and taken care of, but older. Trees between each rv site give a nice level of privacy
Best Campgrounds near Parryville, PA
The Pocono Mountain region surrounding Parryville, Pennsylvania features a mix of state park campgrounds and private camping resorts within a 20-mile radius. Hickory Run State Park Campground, located near White Haven, provides tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin accommodations with seasonal operation from April through October. Several family-oriented campgrounds like Jim Thorpe Camping Resort and Mauch Chunk Lake Park offer water recreation opportunities alongside traditional camping options. Most facilities in the area accommodate both tent and RV camping, with many also featuring cabin rentals and glamping options for those seeking more comfortable accommodations.
Camping season in the Pocono region typically runs from early April through late October, with most campgrounds closing during winter months. Hickory Run State Park operates from the second Friday in April until the third Sunday in October, while private campgrounds like Jim Thorpe Camping Resort and Allentown KOA maintain similar seasonal schedules. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for summer weekends and holiday periods when facilities reach capacity. The terrain throughout the region features rocky soil and moderate elevation changes, which can affect site selection for tent campers. As one visitor noted about Hickory Run, "The tent camping area was right along the river, some sites with direct access, some you'd have to walk a little more to the larger access areas."
Waterfront camping receives consistently high ratings from visitors to the area, with lakeside and riverside sites being the most sought-after options. Mauch Chunk Lake Park and Lizard Creek Campground provide direct water access for fishing and boating activities. Many campgrounds in the region offer amenities like electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings, with shower facilities available at most established sites. Visitors frequently mention the natural beauty of the surrounding forests and mountains as highlights of their camping experience. A camper at Blue Rocks Family Campground reported, "This campground sits in the woods and rolling hills just below the Appalachian Trail. Nice huge campground. The RV sites are mainly situated at the bottom section, and the tent camping is pretty much on the upper portion of the site." Pet policies vary by location, with some campgrounds designating specific loops for campers with animals.
Best Camping Sites Near Parryville, Pennsylvania (209)
1. Hickory Run State Park Campground
60 ReviewsAlbrightsville, PA14 milesWebsite+1 (272) 808-6192$24 - $95 / night
"Great location lots of hiking trails right in the park and many more close by"
"Hickory Run is in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. We had a full hook-up site in the back loop, pet friendly part of the campground. "
2. Jim Thorpe Camping Resort
15 ReviewsJim Thorpe, PA6 milesWebsite+1 (570) 325-2644"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."
"The sites were fine and I liked the location. Next to the creek where you can fish trout (don’t forget to buy a license). About 3 miles stroll along the creek to Jim Thorpe."
3. Allentown KOA
15 ReviewsGermansville, PA12 milesWebsite+1 (610) 298-2160"This campground is nestled in rhe mountains of Pennsylvania. This campgound is family oriented, it has a pool, a store, a game room. They also do things for different holidays."
"We chose this campground mainly because it was close to home and we could camp and not miss my daughter's soccer practice/game. We were pleasantly surprised by the campground. "
4. Mauch Chunk Lake Park
10 ReviewsNesquehoning, PA7 milesWebsite+1 (570) 325-3669$20 / night
"Easy drive from Philly area, courteous staff, very wooded and quiet at night. Has many sites right along the lake edge, some very large."
"Beautiful lake beach and canoe and kayak rentals. There’s much to explore in the town Jim Thorpe and beautiful hiking close by."
5. Stonybrook RV Resort
6 ReviewsAndreas, PA7 milesWebsite+1 (570) 386-4088"There’s lots of space to walk your dog on leash but no dog park. We had an issue with our surge protector and the manager had an electrician out to us quickly who helped us solve a problem. "
"Our site(F20) is level and beautiful— spacious and beautifully landscaped
- We interacted with 5 members of their staff and all were welcoming and friendly to talk with
- There’s a heated pool behind"
6. Blue Rocks Family Campground
26 ReviewsLenhartsville, PA21 milesWebsite+1 (610) 756-6366"According to hikers on the AT, this is what they call Pennsylvania, as they hike through this section of the state. And Blue Rocks Campground doesn't dissapoint."
"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."
7. Pocono Point
5 ReviewsParryville, PA1 mileWebsite+1 (570) 994-3439$45 - $550 / night
"Good location and easy to get to from the PA turnpike NE extension 476. Also a good location to get to all the state parks nearby like Beltzville and Lehigh Gorge."
"Cute campground with RV and creekside tent sites near Lehigh Gap. The staff here was incredibly friendly and helpful and they have a well cared for site."
8. Blue Mountain RV and Camping Resort
3 ReviewsParryville, PA1 mile+1 (610) 377-5313"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."
9. Don Laine Campground
4 ReviewsKunkletown, PA9 milesWebsite+1 (610) 381-3381"They have basic to full hookup up campsites that are spacious with beautiful views of the mountains and surrounding countryside!"
"Nice hiking trails, horseback riding available at times , golf cart rentals. Heated pool , nice playground for kids."
10. Locust Lake State Park Campground
31 ReviewsMahanoy City, PA24 milesWebsite+1 (570) 467-2404$24 - $47 / night
"We had lake front access to put kayaks in and fish which was awesome. Great walking path around lake for kids to ride bikes to parks or beach. Beach area was nice."
"Had a site close to the lake. Many sites (including mine) were not level. The sites sizes were a bit small and i would book during peak season. I would definitely return again off season."
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Recent Reviews near Parryville, PA
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LegendLake-In-Wood Campground
Sun Retreats Lancaster County - Easter Weekend
Like always we like to begin our camping season with a Easter Weekend Trip, my husband's family is partial to the Lancaster Area, so we headed there to Sun Retreats Lancaster. As we drove up I loved the look and location of the campground. You could see there was a indoor pool setup, arcade, playground, store, ice cream, mini-golf and a huge lake and that was everything we saw from the truck. We pulled up to a gate and a guy came out of the shed next to it to check us in.
The campground looked well maintained, the sports were on both sides of the lake and they offered many different options like woods or open, pull through or back up. We choose a really wooded site. It was tight getting in but I can't complain I don't drive the truck. It seemed like there was a fair amount of seasonal sites but they didn't overwhelm the place. I could see also a lot of cabins there were some shaped like teepees, a frontier cabin, and a caboose. They had a fair amount of open grass to play and enjoy. You can bring your own golfcart or they have on site rentals also.
They had an activity list that would help keep everyone busy, they had a mini golf course that was in great shape, an arcade which was definitely lacking in the game department, I think there was 4 pinball machines, 2 Skee ball, 3 racing games, and the play to you win machine. The playground x2 were both in great condition with a lot to keep kids playing on. I can only comment on the indoor pool which at the time was said to be under construction however still open, the water was on the colder side and the hot tube the same temp as the pool, the ceiling had been ripped off so the iron rusting beams were exposed and rust falling down. The kids still went in the pool unfortunately the air from the open window made them too cold so we didn't stay long. I am hoping it will be finished because the concept of the indoor-outdoor pool area looks so fun.
The staff was extremely helpful and super friendly. The store was fully stocked with everything you could want. The bathrooms were all kept so clean and in working order with hot water. We enjoyed the area we ventured out to see the Choo Choo barn, the green dragon flea market, and kitchen kettle village which are a must if your in the area. We also choose to hike the Welsh Preserve and Money Rock. The lake had a path you could walk completely around and you could choose to fish if that's your thing.
I would definitely return to this campground again, we had 8 sites in total and we all really thought it was a wonderful place and really enjoyed our holiday weekend there. It was very busy but the staff was present but not overbearing. People were very respectful and friendly.
Stuart K.LegendMelody Lakes Country Estates
More Community Living Than Campground Stay
Tucked just off Route 309 north of Quakertown, Melody Lakes Country Estate feels far less like a traditional campground and much more like a quiet, semi-permanent residential community, with a small pocket of opportunity for the occasional overnight RV stay if you happen to time it right.
While my review from a few years ago provides a ton of detail, I thought I would follow up that review with a topline of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS along with a smattering of new photos.
HIGHLIGHTS:(1) Peaceful, tucked-away setting surrounded by wooded acreage that gives the property a calm, removed feel from nearby roads;(2) Access to a range of community-style amenities including a pool, clubhouse, playground, and small fishing ponds;(3) Proximity to Quakertown makes it relatively easy to access groceries, restaurants, and basic supplies within a short drive;(4) Nearby outdoor options like the Upper Bucks Rail Trail provide a great outlet for hiking and biking;(5) Close to local gems like Kathy’s Country Kitchen, which is well worth the stop if you’re passing through.
LOWLIGHTS:(1) Extremely limited RV availability, with only a handful of spots, making it unreliable for spontaneous overnight stays;(2) Not a true campground experience, as the majority of the property is made up of semi-permanent or seasonal residences;(3) No tent camping options whatsoever, limiting flexibility for different types of campers;(4) Entrance is easy to miss with minimal signage, requiring careful navigation or prior knowledge to find;(5) Unclear availability of full hookups due to the limited number of transient sites and lack of consistent turnover.
Happy Camping!
- Stuart K.Legend
Quakerwoods Campground
Quaint Country Camping in Classic Bucks County
Tucked into the rolling farmland and lush hillsides of Bucks County just off Exit 44 of the PA Turnpike and Exits 60/60A from I-78, Quakerwoods Campground delivers a postcard-perfect countryside setting with wide-open skies, neighboring hay fields, rustic barns and charming small towns that feel pulled straight from a New England travel guide. With roughly 170 RV sites, a small collection of tent sites and several rental campers, the campground strikes a balance between peaceful rural escape and full-featured family campground energy.
HIGHLIGHTS:(1) Gorgeous pastoral setting with surrounding farmland, rolling hills and a distinctly peaceful countryside atmosphere;(2) Excellent full-hookup RV infrastructure with mostly back-in sites offering 30/50 amp electric, water and sewer, along with flat pads, picnic tables and in-ground fire rings;(3) Exceptionally strong amenity package including adult and kids swimming pools, mini golf, baseball field, RC track, shuffleboard, fishing pond, game room, playgrounds, volleyball, basketball, horseshoes, cornhole, themed weekends, bingo and Saturday wagon rides;(4) Clean and plentiful facilities including four well-kept restroom and shower buildings, laundry, camp store, dump stations, water stations, propane refills and ice sales; and(5) Outstanding access to regional attractions including Nockamixon State Park for kayaking and canoeing, plus great nearby dining at Brick Tavern Inn, McCoole’s at the Historic Red Lion Inn and Sage Alley Brewery.
LOWLIGHTS:(1) Interior sections of the campground offer less tree cover and privacy compared to the wooded perimeter sites;(2) Tent camping is limited in number and clustered separately, which may feel slightly isolated to some campers;(3) Restaurant options are not immediately adjacent, requiring a short drive for dining;(4) Weekend popularity and themed events can increase noise and traffic levels; and(5) RV rates trend toward the higher end during peak season.
Happy Camping!
- RRandy L.
ScoutFrench Creek State Park Campground
French Creek State Park
This is our 3rd time at this park, it is one of our favorites. Well maintained, very quiet. We stay in Loop A (full hookup) pet friendly. Sites are spacious, generally large but they are all back-in sites.
- EEileen D.
GuideEcho Valley Campground
Nice park
Owners are very friendly and helpful. Sites are large and roomy.
Lauren M.GuideThunder Swamp Trailhead
Not a campsite
This is a trailhead, not a campsite. It is ranger enforced, I can confirm because it happened to me. Super nice ranger, but he said camping here is not allowed and considered “theft” since they do have sites available with purchase of a permit. You can find more information at reserveamerica.com under PA state parks. It is also right across from the Delaware State Forest District Office, so you can buy permits there as well. There is a campsite about a mile down the road from this trailhead that allows “motorized roadside camping” a.k.a. car camping. You can still try this gravel lot if you insist, just know you may be rolling the dice on this one.
Sue B.GuideMohican Walk-In Campsites
Great Spot for many Adventures!
The Mohican Outdoor Center is just steps away from the Appalachian Trail in Southern New Jersey. No matter what your adventure needs, there are many different outing and lodging options. They even host training classes run in conjunction with the Appalachian Mountain Club. You can come for a day hike, there is a camp store with hiking and backpacking gear as well as helpful staff. In season, there is a chef on-site cooking delicious breakfasts and lunches. You can rent a campsite, share a cottage with others with all the amenities (shared kitchen, bathroom, etc) or rent a cabin. And if you want free camping, hop on the A.T., the nicest A.T. campsite in NJ is just a few miles south of the Mohican Center!
- Sue B.Guide
AT Overlook Campground near Lehigh Gap
Great view
We had to stop short of our intended site as we were caught in a flash rain and thunderstorm. More tents than should have fit parked here for the night.
Guide to Parryville
Camping near Parryville, Pennsylvania offers varied terrain with rocky soil and moderate elevation changes at around 500-800 feet above sea level. The region's limestone-rich ground creates unique drainage patterns that can affect tent setup, particularly after rainfall. Most campgrounds in the area operate primarily from April through October, though a few maintain limited winter availability.
What to do
Boulder field exploration: Visit the unusual boulder fields at Hickory Run State Park Campground, where visitors can traverse massive rock formations. "Boulders everywhere! Big ones, small ones, run (carefully) across them all! Beyond the Boulder field is a vast, scary, unknown," notes one camper.
Trail access: Many campgrounds connect directly to regional hiking networks. As one visitor at Blue Rocks Family Campground explains, "It's right at the base of one of the most popular hiking trail, The Pinnacle. It's nestled in the woods and is very rustic. Really gives you that camping feel!"
Water recreation: The region's lakes and streams support multiple water activities. A camper at Mauch Chunk Lake Park shares, "You can get sites right on the water that are nice size. If you go during the week, it's quite calm. You are in beautiful Jim Thorpe that has white water rafting in town, plus great restaurants and bars. I like that I can launch my paddle board from my sight and the water is so clean and clear."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Bathrooms and shower facilities vary widely between campgrounds. A visitor to Stonybrook RV Resort reports, "The laundry area and shower rooms are beautiful and clean. There is nothing to do in the immediate area, but we were there to use the bike trails and bop around Jim Thorpe…about 25 minutes away via pretty country roads."
Wildlife sightings: The wooded settings provide opportunities to observe local fauna. One camper at Hickory Run State Park notes, "We took a drive on 2 afternoons on a stone road through the woods to see the Boulder Field. It was a beautiful drive. We were on the lookout for bear, but only saw 3 deer."
Quiet weekday stays: Many campgrounds become busy on weekends but offer more solitude mid-week. A Mauch Chunk Lake Park visitor observed, "You can get sites right on the water that are nice size. If you go during the week, it's quite calm."
What you should know
Bear awareness: The Pocono region has a significant bear population requiring proper food storage. A Hickory Run camper mentions, "We were warned to be cautious about leaving food out as there have been some bear sightings. Not much of a playground. All in all a pretty Park."
Site variations: Tent campers should prepare for potentially uneven ground. At Jim Thorpe Camping Resort, one visitor noted, "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. After that... we had the best time!! Tons of trails and creeks."
Seasonal facilities: Some campground amenities aren't available year-round. A Stonybrook RV Resort visitor commented, "This place has never come up in any of my searches for a campground but my wife was frantically trying to find a place to stay for Memorial Day weekend. They had one site left that we were lucky enough to grab and I'm glad we did. The site was nice and level side to side."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Check which campgrounds have dedicated children's areas. At Don Laine Campground, a visitor noted, "Nice hiking trails, horseback riding available at times, golf cart rentals. Heated pool, nice playground for kids."
Scheduled activities: Some campgrounds organize regular events for children. A camper at Don Laine Campground shared, "We have been here in summer & fall and there are planned activities for both young and old every weekend they are open."
Spacious sites: Family groups often need more room. At Blue Rocks Family Campground, one visitor explained, "Our friends were able to camp right aside of us in their tent and use our RV site for cooking and campfire. We really enjoy it at this campground and are looking forward to going back again."
Tips from RVers
Entrance challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult access points. A visitor to Stonybrook RV Resort noted, "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."
Site leveling: Many campers mention bringing leveling equipment. At Jim Thorpe Camping Resort, a visitor explained, "We stayed in site 20. Easy to back in. Didn't need leveling blocks as our site was nice and level."
Hookup options: Full-service sites are limited at some locations. A Stonybrook RV Resort camper shared, "We had a FHU 50 Amp Premium Back-in site (#F20). This campground makes a great home-base while hanging out in the Pocono Mountains."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Parryville, PA?
What camping is available near Parryville, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Parryville, PA offers a wide range of camping options, with 209 campgrounds and RV parks near Parryville, PA and 4 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Parryville, PA?
Which is the most popular campground near Parryville, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Parryville, PA is Hickory Run State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 60 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Parryville, PA?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Parryville, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near Parryville, PA.
What parks are near Parryville, PA?
What parks are near Parryville, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Parryville, PA that allow camping, notably Blue Marsh Lake and Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
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