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Best Tent Camping near White Haven, PA

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The forested ridgelines surrounding White Haven, Pennsylvania offer diverse tent camping options within the Pocono Mountains region. Tent-only sites at Riverview Park Campground provide riverside camping with basic amenities, while primitive backcountry tent sites along the Appalachian Trail near Lehigh Gap offer more secluded experiences. Mauch Chunk Lake Park in nearby Jim Thorpe features wooded tent campsites with lake access, making it popular for water activities. Scrub Mountain Retreat provides walk-in tent sites with more privacy than standard campgrounds, and Manny Gordon Recreation Area in Pinchot State Forest offers tent camping in a natural forest setting.

Most tent campsites in the White Haven area feature dirt or gravel pads with varying degrees of levelness. Fire rings are standard at established sites, though seasonal fire restrictions may apply during dry periods. Primitive tent camping areas typically lack potable water, requiring campers to bring their own supply or filter from natural sources. Basic toilet facilities are available at developed campgrounds like Mauch Chunk Lake Park, while backcountry sites along the AT require proper waste disposal practices. Sites at Riverview Park require advance reservations, with an additional $10 fee for walk-ins. Tick activity is common throughout the region, particularly at forest sites.

Tent campers frequently use these areas as bases for exploring the Lehigh River and surrounding trail networks. According to reviews, AT Ridge Campground near Lehigh Gap offers "excellent spots to set up a tent if you plan on camping up on the ridge," with stone fire rings and views from both sides of the ridge. One visitor at Mauch Chunk Lake Park noted that "many sites have exposed tree roots and rocks," recommending extra padding for tent campers. Summer weekends bring higher occupancy levels, particularly at established campgrounds. The tent-only sites at Riverview Park are particularly valued for their location "right along the river with a picnic bench and firepit," providing convenient access for paddlers and anglers seeking overnight accommodations.

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938 Reviews of 32 White Haven Campgrounds

  • Doug W.
    Jul. 31, 2019

    Valley View Group Campground

    Beautiful River Site

    This is a great campsite right on the river. There are 5 different sites all nicely marked out. Each has its own fire ring. There is also a central area with a big fire ring for everyone to get together. Bear boxes at each site for food storage.

  • Laure D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2020

    Locust Lake State Park Campground

    Serenity on the lakes

    Pretty campground with lots of lake views. We arrived just before dark which was good because the sites were not level front to back. Most sites had a slope but there were some level sites. You can kayak, canoe, paddle board, and fish on the lake. There are 2 boat launches. The store wasn’t much to speak of. Bath houses were clean. We walked around the lake on a paved level path. They advertise no alcohol. This is near the Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine tour which we loved. It’s near the Yingling Brewery tour.

  • Dwight D.
    Sep. 26, 2021

    Jenny Jump State Forest

    Cute Comfortable Shelter

    This is the first time we decided to forgo tent camping and reserve a shelter at a state park. We had a much better experience than we were expecting! The "shelter" is what we would describe as a "cabin"; four walls, a roof, locking door, locking windows, large picture frame front window, four beds(two bunks), a wood burning stove, and a porch. Even compared to our glamping this was luxury!!

    There are eight shelters at Jenny Jump State Park. Shelter 2 is a minute walk from the restroom with sink/shower and water. Shelters 7 & 8 are even closer while 4 & 5 are the furthest, may an extra 5 minutes walk? The dead end means there isn't too much traffic, though the road is right there so you can wave to the other campers heading to the restroom or for hikes. There is a trail head at one of the parking lots. During the day the parking lots filled up and there was some overflow parking for day-hikers across the road. We got to see their dogs, so that was a bonus for us! Otherwise, this shelter is not situated too close to the other shelters and feels very private.

    We brought battery-powered lights since there is no electricity. There were coat hooks and a built-in shelf for our snacks, games, and other supplies. There was a picnic table and benches inside. We brought camping chairs for relaxing on the porch. We spent most of our time on the porch; cooking, chatting, and crafting while enjoying the sunshine and breeze.

    Oh, this shelter is wheelchair accessible. Some of the others are not.

  • D
    Jul. 5, 2020

    Tobyhanna State Park Campground

    Good campground for families.

    My dog and I stayed for 2 nights in the rustic tenting area. We were the only campers Wednesday & Thursday. The family camp area features spaces (small areas for either RV campers or tents and cars) with a picnic table and fire ring and water (some have electricity). They also have shared facilities such as bathrooms and showers. However, they seemed a little too cramped fir me and I wasn’t looking for opportunities to socialize, so the remote tent site was my choice. The tent sites do not have water or electric, but do have picnic tables, a fire ring and share one large outhouse with clean pit toilets. There are 5 sites and they can accommodate (shared) multiple tent set ups. Also you need to park your vehicle in a designated lot which is very close to the sites. There are multiple easy hiking and biking trails that are well marked. A lake for fishing and a small sandy beach with a picnic area for families (unfortunately no dogs are allowed on the beach). There are 2 boat launch areas (one for the campers, and another for gen. public) which also has a boat rental business (dogs are allowed). There are black bears in the park so do not leave food out and dispose of all trash in the appropriate dumpsters.

  • Angel A.
    Aug. 20, 2018

    Lower Lake Campground Northwoods Area — Promised Land State Park

    Northwoods Campground

    Big sites with 30 amp service available for RVs and trailers. Each site has a large picnic table and a fire ring with an adjustable grate. The pull-through sites don’t offer much in the way of privacy, but that’s the trade off for convenience. There are two potable water spigots in the campground. The bathhouse offers warm showers, 2 dishwashing sinks, and a coin-operated washer and dryer. The facilities are kept very clean. On the weekends it can get pretty crowded, so it tends to be louder at night then, but the camp hosts and the rangers do a good job of enforcing quiet hours. Access points to several trails are very near the campground. As with all PA state parks, alcohol is prohibited. The park doesn’t have a camp store, however, there is a small general store on Route 390 (The Lake Store) just north of the park that would have any essentials you may have forgotten, as well as ice for your cooler.

  • Alaina Z.
    Oct. 13, 2020

    Pickerel Point Campground — Promised Land State Park

    Beautiful facilities, rocky sites

    Pros: -beautiful new bathrooms -private lakeside walk-in sites -beavers! Far away but exciting nonetheless -the Conservation Walk on the island is short, easy, and beautiful. Well-marked.

    Cons: -chunky bluestone gravel on the sites, so bring a sleeping pad! -has a beach but it's not much to look at -sites have nice sizable fire pits, but they are very tall. It's difficult to cook over them, and sitting around the campfire in the evening is a much less visually appealing experience than I'd like

    We stayed in site 157. Accessible via a path from the designated parking space to the site about 2 minute walk. Lakeside, but visibility not great due to vegetation. All sites have little trails down to the water.

    Site 174 by the road and less private, but prettily overhung by evergreens.

    The cabins look very nice inside.

  • V
    Jul. 11, 2018

    Knoebels Campground

    Clean, quiet, inexpensive, fun place to camp!

    Knoebels campground is situated next to Knoebels amusement park and offers sites for tent campers and RVs, as well as cabins.

    There is electricity at every site but not water. There are fill stations throughout the campgrounds. Most sites are level and shaded. There are nice sturdy wooden platforms for tent campers.

    The bath houses are clean and well maintained. There are outside sinks with mirrors, laundry facilities, shower stalls, and toilet stalls. Or if you prefer there are also traditional bathrooms with showers.

    Quiet hours are enforced between 10p and 8a.

    Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. Wood is available by the bucket near the check in building. Sites are inexpensive and are all a short walk, or free shuttle ride, to the park!.

  • T
    May. 27, 2018

    Mountain Vista Campground

    Friendly Campground

    Set on a hillside, the campground has three levels. The tent sites all have water & electric, and have a picnic table and fire ring. The sites are fully shaded. Facilities were neat & clean, and there was a covered verandah with string lights, chairs & picnic tables outside the bathroom area.

    Campground staff were friendly, and there was a store with firewood, ice and many other conveniences. Wifi was available, and connection was good the entire time I was there.

    The campground is convenient to many hikes in the Delaware Water Gap area.

    Be aware that the campground doesn't have credit card facilities, but does have an ATM in the store if absolutely necessary.

  • Derek W.
    Jul. 1, 2019

    Dingmans Shallows Campground — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

    Great NPS campsite on the Delaware

    This is a campsite that is maintained by the NPS. It is just past Dingmans Ferry Campground and is only accessible by water (Kayak, canoe, boat, or in my case a packraft).   The site is free but is available on a first come first served.  I stayed here for my second night on the river (my first night was spent at Namanock Island about 8 miles north.  

    The site has a designated fire pit with a grate.  It's quite spacious and can fit several tents easily.  It backs up to the McDade Recreation Trail which is pretty cool as we were able to hike out of there the next day.  

    We cooked S'mores, ate hot dogs, and used a Jet boil for our meals. 

    Note: this is a primitive site meaning there are no bathrooms.  Please exercise leave no trace principles and pack out all trash if you plan on visiting!

    Overall I would recommend the site as it was clean, well maintained, and relatively easy to unload on small sand beach on the Delaware. Happy Camping!

Guide to White Haven

Tent camping near White Haven, Pennsylvania offers a variety of scenic spots and outdoor activities, perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

Tent campers should check out Mauch Chunk Lake Park

  • Enjoy flat tent spaces and clean facilities at Mauch Chunk Lake Park, making it ideal for those new to camping.
  • This campground features access to a beautiful lake, perfect for swimming and paddle boarding, with sites right on the water.
  • With nearby attractions in Jim Thorpe, including white water rafting and great dining options, there's plenty to explore after setting up camp.

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Unique features of local campgrounds

  • Scrub Mountain Retreat provides a cozy atmosphere with amenities like drinking water and firewood, making it a comfortable choice for tent campers.
  • At Riverview Park Campground, campers can enjoy sites right along the river, complete with picnic benches and fire pits for a classic camping experience.
  • The AT Ridge Campground near Lehigh Gap features peaceful ridgeline sites surrounded by ferns, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle.

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