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Scout100 Mile View Camping
What a great place. So unique! Love the view, and a great experience! There are no hook ups, so be prepared but if you are looking for the dispersed camping experience you have found it. What a gem!
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Frances Slocum State Park Campground accommodates pets in designated campsites throughout its electric hookup areas. The park maintains specific pet-friendly sites with level areas for both tent and RV camping. Lackawanna State Park Campground, Ricketts Glen State Park Campground, and Highland Campgrounds also welcome pets on leashes. Most campgrounds require pets to be attended at all times and restrict them from public buildings, swimming areas, and food service locations. Sites range from spacious wooded areas with thick coverage to more open spots with electric hookups. Highland Campgrounds provides additional pet-friendly amenities including access to nearby hiking trails. Sites typically include picnic tables and fire rings where pets can rest alongside their owners. Campers note that areas around Moon Lake Recreation Area have significant tick populations, requiring proper pet protection during summer months.
Hiking trails throughout these campgrounds offer excellent pet exercise opportunities with varying terrain difficulties. Frances Slocum features multiple pet-accessible trails with some needing better markings according to frequent visitors. Cozy Creek Family Campground positions tent sites along creek areas where pets can cool off during summer camping trips. Moon Lake Recreation Area provides free or low-cost primitive camping ($10/night) with pet access to the lake and nearby swimming spots. Campers should prepare for Pennsylvania's seasonal considerations, as most campgrounds operate from April through mid-October with full facilities. During peak summer weekends, pet-friendly sites fill quickly, requiring advance reservations. Local wildlife encounters necessitate keeping dogs leashed and supervised, particularly around fishing areas where tackle and bait residue pose hazards.
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1. Hickory Run State Park Campground
"We took the short drive to Hawk Falls Trail and also completed the Orchard Trail Loop."
"The bathroom facilities were clean, the hiking in the area was gorgeous and pet friendly and I’m looking forward to going back"
65 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $72 / night
2. Highland Campgrounds
"This campground was very nice and had so much hiking in and around it. They were very helpful with getting us a site since it was so last minute on a holiday weekend Will be visiting again"
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $100 / night
3. Cozy Creek Family Campground
"Campground is based around kids, there’s a lot for them to do!"
Check Availabilityfrom $17 / night
4. Keen Lake Resort Campground
"We didn’t have a view of the lake, instead we were in someone’s back yard lol. It wasn’t a big deal. The site was well maintained and flat which were the most important."
"I stayed on a lakeside electric/water site for 5 nights in August 2020. It was SO BEAUTIFUL. We had SUPs and kayaks to take on the lake and our sites were right next to the boat launch. "
5. Moyers Grove Campground
"The campsites were clean, adequately spaced and many positioned along side a creek. The bathhouse (hooray) was great. Recently renovated, they were extremely, clean and dry."
"There are 3 resident geese who wander around near the creek and lakes. It was too cool to use the pool while we were visiting but it was clean and well cared-for. "
6. Clayton Park RV Escape
7. Red Rock Mountain Campground
"Close to many family places such as Ricketts Glen and The Red Rock Scoop for ice cream! Love rummaging through the on-site flea market to see what I can find!"
"Quiet hours are not enforced, there were kids running around screaming well after midnight which was annoying because we were waking up for a sunrise hike at Ricketts Glen."
8. Mount Pocono Campground
"Pocono Campground in the Poconos, Pennsylvania is a very active and fun vacation vacation destination! There are lots of amenities for every family member and the staff is friendly and welcoming."
"Great hiking trail right from the site. Be prepared for walking up and downhill - quite the unexpected workout. Many seasonal sites with friendly people."
Check Availabilityfrom $54 / night
9. Stony MT Family Campground
10. Jim Thorpe Camping Resort
"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."
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- 19 min from Scranton, PA
- 1 hr 10 min from Allentown, PA
- 1 hr 12 min from Binghamton, NY
- 1 hr 21 min from Williamsport, PA
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Wyoming, PA
873 Reviews of 113 Wyoming Campgrounds
Nancy W.
LegendHickory Run State Park Campground
Peaceful State Park Camping in the Fall
This is a large campground with a wide array of campsites so be careful attention when you book online, especially if you have a pet because some sites are not pet-friendly. Some are 50-amp full hook-up and some are primitive with no hook-ups.
There is a nice nature center with interesting interpretive exhibits and lots of informational brochures including ones about the hiking trails, bears, scat and tracks of local animals, and fishing. Our site was at the edge of the campground and backed up to Route 534 which resulted in a bit of road noise at our site. Other than the road noise the campground was pretty quiet and was not very crowded when we camped there in October.
Not all sites are level and we happened to book one that was not and we had to live with a slant for our stay. The roads in the park are gravel/dirt and since it rained the day we arrived the roads were a muddy mess which made the roads slippery and there were lots of potholes. Unfortunately, some campers were disrespectful and left bags of trash in the fire pit and scattered around their site which was totally unnecessary because there were dumpsters plenty of dumpsters in the campground. Since we camped at Hickory Run late in the season, there were no camp hosts and the trash never got picked up.
The campground is open from mid-April to mid-December; however, the shower facilities and dump station are not available after the third week of October so plan accordingly. We really like the hiking trails which are of varying degrees of difficulty and lengths. The Hawk Falls is a nice easy walk (1.4 miles round-trip) to a waterfall but is extremely popular so don’t think you will be admiring the falls alone. The parking lot at this trail head fills up fast so you better get there early if you want to get a spot.
You can enter the park from two different directions. If you have a big-rig, it is best to approach from the east side. We made the mistake of coming in from the west side as we dropped down from I-80 and came down 534 and the road was really windy with no shoulder. Luckily, there was very little traffic so we could go 10 mph and safely navigate the roads.
Be aware alcohol is not allowed in PA state parks. This park does allow hunting in certain sections of the park. The no-hunting areas are clearly marked with white no hunting signs on trees and you can also pick up a brochure from the office that designates hunting and no-hunting sections.
Tony F.
Guide100 Mile View Camping
The best views
This is a hidden gem, as close to dispersed camping you can get with dirt, gravel roads, large stone fire pits, a amazing views with the added benefit of a five gallon jug of non potable water and very clean port-a-potties. The owner regularly patrols the site and makes sure everything is okay.
SkywaystoHighways.com Y.LegendRicketts Glen State Park Campground
Beautiful Falls!
What a great campground! We stayed here on a recommendation from a friend after the Overland Expo. Great hiking trails and the falls were absolutely breathtaking. Truly enjoyed our stay and plan to return!
- WWill W.Guide
Lackawanna State Park Campground
Car camping
Stayed October 14 without reservations because website showed lots of availability. Office was closed (M-F 8-4) so submitted honor system envelope with cash and stayed at Site 041 on Carpenter loop. Shower building was a short walk and was spacious enough. Water temp didn’t quite reach hot but was warm enough.
Electric kept on tripping breaker.
Roger V.
TravelerBake Oven Knob
solid parking place for vans and RVs. road is dirt gravel but not terrible. nice hike nearby
- jjeanne A.Guide
Council Cup Campground
Better than nothing
Small campground with rude owner. Everything I asked about was putting her out. It was cheap though at $36 for water and electric with a military discount.
Daniel C.ScoutHillside Campgrounds
Stay away... Unless you like 70 y/o men acting like high schoolers
This clothing-optional campground has a highly toxic, intrusive, and vindictive environment. During my stay, the seasonal permanent residents('perms') subjected me to intense harassment, inappropriate sexual advances, and severe social retaliation/rumor-spreading when those advances were rejected. The situation escalated to the point where an employee had to intervene for my safety. Furthermore, despite management allowing my photo to be taken in costume at a party, I was intentionally blocked from the community group where the photos were posted, leaving me unable to monitor how my image was being used. Avoid this place if you value your privacy, personal boundaries, and safety.
Kathy L.
RangerHickory Run State Park Campground
Beautiful forest
Gorgeous forested area in the Poconos. We stayed on the Rattlesnake Loop which was lovely. Sites not super private but most nestled in trees. The only bummer was that that Campground Loop didn’t have any direct links to the trail network and was far from it. The other Campground Loop was closer to trails and office. Would return!
Guide to Wyoming
The camping areas surrounding Wyoming, Pennsylvania offer diverse terrain from mountain forests to lakeside settings at elevations ranging from 600-1200 feet. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F during the day with nighttime lows in the 50s. Most public camping areas in the region require advance reservations during peak season from Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend.
What to do
Lake activities: swim, fish, boat: Tobyhanna State Park Campground includes a large lake area with designated swimming beaches and separate shores for kayak and canoe entry. "Scenic state park with a lake. You can swim in the lake in the summer or do a 5-mile hike around the lake along well-marked walk paths," notes camper J K.
Hiking trail exploration: Numerous trails with varying difficulty levels wind through the region's state parks and forests. Hickory Run State Park Campground offers 44 miles of trails rated from easy to difficult. A visitor shared: "Clean, great camp store, dog friendly loop, great hikes accessible from campground!"
Explore boulder fields: A unique geological feature in the area, the boulder fields provide an unusual landscape to explore. "The Boulder Fields are one of the coolest places I've ever visited, partially because they were so unexpected. Don't twist an ankle, but you can play hide and seek to an extent as there are small depressions in the fields," writes Amber A.
What campers like
Large, level sites: Lackawanna State Park Campground provides spacious campsites that work well for families and groups. One camper reported: "We stayed in the fairly new ledges loop that are all full hookup sites. Nice large sites, beautiful area, friendly rangers."
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds in the area maintain well-kept bathhouses and common areas. "The campground and bathrooms were very clean. Lots of hiking trails - although they need better markings," notes Cynthia P. about a nearby state park.
Waterfront camping options: Several campgrounds offer direct water access from sites. At Cozy Creek Family Campground, "The tent sites are right on the creek. The grounds, the little store/coffee shop and the facilities were pristine," according to louis P.
What you should know
Wildlife considerations: The area has significant wildlife activity that requires proper preparation. At Tobyhanna State Park Campground, one camper noted: "We were warned at check in that there have been a lot of bears in the area but never really thought that we would see one. As soon as we got to our site one came right up as we were setting up our tent. Do not leave any food out be sure to lock up everything in car."
Site selection matters: Campsite quality varies within each campground. "This campground is beautiful and has great cell service (Verizon). The site we stayed on was a swamp! It was terrible... Plenty of other great sites but several butt up against standing water which is nasty," warns Erin M.
Shower facilities vary: Not all campgrounds provide equal shower facilities. One camper at Ricketts Glen State Park Campground noted: "Showers looked reasonable but I did not use them," while another mentioned, "Bath houses are okay, showers are button showers and are freezing come prepared."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Many campgrounds include recreational areas for children. At Highland Campgrounds, "Playground is also older but also gives off the vintage look with some of the older, older swings and sit spin," according to Jennifer R.
Swimming options: During summer months, families appreciate water recreation. "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," shares Jessica B. about Moon Lake Recreation Area.
Pet friendly considerations: When camping with pets near Wyoming, Pennsylvania, select designated pet-friendly loops. One camper observed: "DO NOT take your pups to the water. There is a weird bacteria or algae currently growing in the lake, it's completely visible. There are advisories around about it too."
Tips from RVers
Hookup reliability: Some campgrounds have aging electrical systems that may need updating. At Lackawanna State Park Campground, a camper noted: "Two electric hookups would trip the 50 amp circuit breaker on any load about 30 amps, which means the hookups are old and unmaintained."
Site dimensions: Ricketts Glen State Park Campground has various site configurations. "Our full hookup site was large with table and fire ring, and required some leveling. Not much shade in the full hookup loop, so was happy to have electricity for A/C," shares James S.
Access road conditions: RVers should be aware of entrance road conditions. At Cozy Creek Family Campground, a visitor noted: "The road in (Vacation lane) is dirt, rough and narrow. There is presently no gate as well so the public can just drive in."
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