Sassafras Hill Camping Area sits within Pinchot State Forest in Thornhurst, Pennsylvania, managed by the PA Bureau of Forestry. Access is flexible, with drive-in, hike-in, and walk-in options available. Campfires are permitted, and pets are welcome. Reservations can be made in advance. Campers wanting a nearby alternative can look at Manny Gordon Recreation Area Campground, located 1.6 miles south within the same forest.
Description
For permit details, please visit: https://maps.dcnr.pa.gov/bof/camping/availability/index.aspx?district=11&campsite=Sassafras%20Hill%20Camping%20Area Site is behind locked gate. Lock combination will be assigned upon reservation. Please keep gate closed and locked at all times. Large site; good for groups. Minimal shade but expansive view of night sky. Can be difficult to access in winter. Continue past log landing to barricade and signed site. SITE CLOSED FROM 11/21/20 to 04/01/21
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsSassafras Hill Camping Area is located in Pennsylvania near Thornhurst
Coordinates
41.2292409 N
75.6069004 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
Verizon5GExcellent Coverage- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 25 min from Scranton, PA
- 1 hr 10 min from Allentown, PA
- 1 hr 19 min from Binghamton, NY
- 1 hr 37 min from Reading, PA
