Best Tent Camping near Wilkes-Barre, PA

Recent Tent Reviews near Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

782 Reviews of 33 Wilkes-Barre Campgrounds

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  Jennifer L.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 29, 2019

  Camp Taylor Campground

  Perfect for tent camping

  This is not one of those resort campgrounds. It has minimal amenities. However, if you are looking to tent camp at a great location, it’s perfect. The tent camping area is separate so no loud noises from RVs. The sites are spacious and separated by trees so you really feel connected to nature. I love hearing the wolves and being so close to great hiking trails. Highly recommended. It’s my favorite drive-in tent campground in NJ.

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  Danielle F.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 13, 2021

  Blue Rocks Family Campground

  Family Campground with great hiking

  We have been to blue rocks twice for tent camping and it is one on my favorite campgrounds. The tent sites are separated from the RVs and are very large sites, so you have some space from your neighbors. There are hiking trails right from the campground to access the Pinnacle, Pulpit rock and Appalachian trail. The boulder field in the campground is great, too. We loved hanging out on the boulders in the morning, or star watching from them in the evening. The only con was that the water is a bit of a walk from the tents. It could be imporoved by adding even a simple water spicket closer to the tents.

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  Dave R.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 1, 2019

  Jim Thorpe Camping Resort

  Decent campground in a wonderful location

  On the surface the campground is average. The secret it packs is the great town in which it shares it's name. You are 5 minutes from the wonderful town of Jim Thrope. Can't say the campground offers too much other than the basic campground experience. Though if coupled that with the opportunity to experience Jim Thrope, it sets the Jim Thrope Camping Resort apart. 

  My son, brother, and nephew tent camped. The tent sites are 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... so not really a complaint. Sites are not very private or secluded. I could personally use a bit more privacy, not enough to be a deal breaker. Bathhouses are rougher, but usable and not dirty per se. Just rustic. 

  A major pro is access to the Switchback Trail from the campground. A wonderfully scenic trail.

  Overall I would and plan on returning.

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  Marvin D.

  Guide

  

  May. 18, 2021

  Blue Rocks Family Campground

  Large campground in Pennsylvania near the AT

  "Rocksylvania". 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.

  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 botom section, and the tent camping is pretty much on the upper portion of the site. The tent sites are pretty spacious. There are also places to buy wood nearby (very economically priced) and the campground sells it also. Worse comes to worse, there is a lot of forage wood on the site as well.

  There are plenty of hiking trails, and a "yellow blaze" trail that leads directly to the Appalachian trail (AT). Take a hike up to "Pinnacle Rock" on the AT, and you can catch a nice view. There are rattlesnakes and Copperheads in the area, so be sure to act like you've got some sense.

  And not to be missed is the "Blue Rocks" river of rocks, which is situated on the campground, and the reason the site got its name.

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  Samantha M.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 14, 2019

  Lake Glory Campground

  Nice, but outdated

  A little outdated, but staff was very friendly. Park is kinda boring for kids. If I were them I’d add new stuff to playground and clean up the tent sites more. Tent sites are pretty rocky. I was pretty upset that our camp site had not been mowed. The grass was pretty tall. Overall we enjoyed our stay though.

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  Debbie P.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 12, 2018

  Allentown KOA

  Allentown Koa

  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. There is showers and bathrooms a crick goes through the campground. Therebis pull thru sites, tent sites and cabins.

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  Laura E.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 11, 2022

  Hickory Run State Park Campground

  Large sites and great hiking

  Beautifully maintained park. Great sites. Clean bath houses. Great hiking spot. We tent camped in November so it very very cold.

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  Louis R.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 30, 2021

  Keen Lake Resort Campground

  great!!

  tent camping experience was great untill it down poured, but was worth it, rented row boats and hung out on the lake

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  Aaron W.

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 12, 2021

  Pioneer Campground

  Words Can’t Describe

  3 Of The Best Tent Camping Sites, Nice Hiking Trail All Woods And Nice Store, Not Very Clean Bathrooms But Still Very Nice For A Real Camper

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  Joe B.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 9, 2019

  Blue Rocks Family Campground

  Fun to stay and hike

  Title says it all. Great place to tent camp and go hiking. I took my girlfriend there and now she's my wife! Coincidence? Maybe, maybe not!

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  Sean B.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 25, 2023

  Cranberry Run Campground

  Loved it!!!

  Private, clean sites, washrooms were clean, staff was awesome, can't say enough about this campground. Cabin/tent sites separated from RV sites.

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  Samantha M.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 14, 2019

  Red Rock Mountain Campground

  Quaint

  We camped at Red Rock as couples. We stayed in primitive tent sites which you had to hike into. They were very private. We enjoyed our stay.

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  Lance L.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 22, 2022

  Lackawanna State Park Campground

  Peaceful tent camping

  Our family of four enjoyed the quiet of the tent camping area for two nights. There was plenty to keep our nature/loving kiddos engaged. Our only complaint was the lack of active enforcement of quiet hours — otherwise there would be no complaints.

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  katheryn H.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 11, 2021

  Cozy Creek Family Campground

  Decent spot

  I ended up arriving 25 minutes late. I drove through 45 minutes of heavy thunderstorms. When I pulled up, the counter girls ride was being passive aggressive obviously mad that I was holding her up. I tried my best to be in and out quickly. The counter girl was fantastic and sweet. I had a primitive site, waterfront. It was a great spot, but there was no obvious spot to park. Also, the routes through the campground were riddled with potholes, and the route through the tent sites was a giant puddle. The bathrooms were great and the place felt comfortable and secure. But not all the tent sites had a picnic table. Otherwise it was a very relaxing site by the water.

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  Siobhan D.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 25, 2024

  Lower Lake Campground Beechwood Area — Promised Land State Park

  Peaceful and clean

  Went tent camping for 3 nights, easy to get to, bathrooms were clean and so was the site. Sites were a good size and not on top of each other. Firewood was available in the area. But not much for stores so pack everything in before.

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  Robert T.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 5, 2022

  Locust Lake State Park Campground

  Always nice

  I’ve tent camped here many times over the years and always had a pleasant experience. I always choose to go over the dam and camp there. It’s always quieter because there are less children on that side. The beach is the opposite side of the lake.

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  Casey R.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 24, 2018

  Pioneer Campground

  Friendly and fun!

  Pioneer Campground in Dushore Pa is a nice, family friendly place to camp. They are located back in the woods off of route 220 just far enough away to eliminate all road noise yet close enough that making a supply run is easy. They have a pool, soccer/ baseball field and many family friendly activities. They also have a few trails for hiking. The staff is friendly and outgoing and enhance the camping experience. They also have a reasonably priced store for general purpose items and Campground apparel. They have camper sites as well as tent sites. The only downside we found is if you’re camping in the tent site and it rains heavily a good portion of these sites flood and fill with water. Be sure to place your tent accordingly. Overall we would definately camp at pioneer campground again.

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  Melissa C.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 15, 2023

  Delaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA

  Decent KOA

  We found this KOA to be okay. Some amenities need upgrades for the price. Staff very friendly and helpful. I don’t love the gravel pad tent sites. Some sites are much more private than others.

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  Claire

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 9, 2022

  Ironwood Point Rec Area

  Beautiful View

  Great campground! The owners were nice and helpful. Firewood was reasonably priced as were showers (25¢ for 5 minutes.) Tent sites were nicely leveled with fire rings and picnic tables. The view was incredible! We will definitely be back!

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  Luis B.

  Ranger

  

  Jun. 25, 2022

  Evergreen Lake Campground

  Worth the stay.

  Tent sites are big, clean, and with some shade. Bathrooms are clean and spacious. Check in was quick and the lady at the office was pleasant. Dogs are allowed, but there are rules. Follow them and you’ll be fine.

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  Darrien K.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 15, 2018

  Ricketts Glen State Park Campground

  Absolute coolest place for summer activities in PA

  Rickett's Glen itself has great camping and amenities with cool tent sites and also cabins and it's located next to gorgeous Lake Jean and the ever so fun waterfalls hike. Sullivan County as a whole has so much adventure and fun to offer!

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  David G.

  Traveler

  

  May. 28, 2019

  Lackawanna State Park Campground

  Real Quiet in Early Spring

  Campground has cabins and yurts, pull in sites for RV’s and strictly walk in tent sites. There is a beautiful lake and a very large pool. We went in early spring midweek, it was very quiet and exactly the get away we wanted.

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  Grace G.

  Traveler

  

  May. 17, 2021

  Ricketts Glen State Park Campground

  Spectacular Hiking

  Stayed in a tent site. Wooded areas. Private and quiet. Great, challenging hiking trails with over 1000 feet elevation change. Beautiful views!! Lake is well maintained though no lifeguard was present. Bathrooms were cleaner during the morning hours as this state park gets VERY busy.

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  Becky C.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 13, 2019

  Hickory Run State Park Campground

  Beautiful

  My brother and I took our kids here a few years ago for tent camping in August. The campground wasn’t very crowded and the sites were a decent size, we easily put two tents on our site. The bathhouse we used was a bit lacking and not really big enough for the amount of people it needed to handle. Lots to do in the area if you do your research.

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  Maggie H.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 7, 2018

  Blue Rocks Family Campground

  Family Campground

  Great campground with lots of amenities. The staff was friendly, the store had essentials and more, and there was great hiking right from the grounds. Our site was a little rocky so he prepared with a good mat/mattress if tent camping. Our site was on a little stream which was relaxing. All around great private campground.

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  Marlaina M.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 28, 2019

  Sandy Valley Campground

  Small, but busy

  Went in April so it was still chilly. Camps sites are a bit close together, but still clean. Was busy even for that time of year, especially he tent sites. Can get a little noisy with how close you your neighbors can be, but not a bad experience overall.

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  louis P.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 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.