Tom's Creek Boat In Campsites are located near the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area in Pennsylvania. The area features forested terrain with the Delaware River flowing nearby. Temperatures range from 20°F in winter to 85°F in summer, and visitors can explore the nearby Appalachian Trail and Dingmans Falls.

## Overview

 Valley View Group Campground comprises five primitive group campsites nestled along the Delaware River located within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Its close proximity to the Delaware River allows campers to enjoy the peacefulness of nature with easy access to outdoor recreational opportunities. Each of the five 5 campsites include a fire ring, picnic tables, bear proof trash containers, bear proof storage lockers, and vault toilets. Each site can host a minimum group size of five and up to 25 people.\_\_\_\_\_\_ Campers can access Valley View Campground in two ways: by vehicle down a short gravel roadway from Route 209 or by paddling in by boat on the Delaware River. Once you reach the shore line for Valley View Campground there is short path that will lead you from the riverbank up to the campsite area. Along with the seclusion of your campsite there is a common area centrally located with benches and a flag pole. This area is great to mingle or conduct group activities.\_\_\_\_ Pets are not permitted at Valley View Campground. The use or possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited. Quiet hours begin at 10:00 a.m. and end at 6:00 p.m.\_\_ 
## Recreation

 An approximately 2/10 of a mile (.3 km) stroll up the gravel driveway from the campsites you will find the McDade Recreation Trail. The [McDade Trail][1] is a hiking and biking trail. The McDade Recreational Trail (MRT) is a packed gravel path that parallels the Delaware River on the Pennsylvania side of the park for 32 miles (51 km).\_\_ A Lifejacket Can\'t Save Anyone If All People Onboard Don\'t Wear One Children aged 12 and under MUST wear Coast Guard-approved lifejackets at all times when on the river. Jackets must fit appropriately, and be fully fastened to be effective. Wearing a life jacket is not just common sense, it is THE LAW. Lifejackets aren\'t just for kids. Any person paddling or boating MUST have their own US Coast Guard approved lifejacket or PFD onboard and readily accessible in case of emergency. All boaters must wear lifejackets on boats less than 16 feet (5 m) in length and on canoes and on kayaks, from November 1 through April 30, to protect boaters from cold water shock if they fall into the water. Always wear your lifejacket on and in the water.\_\_ Some helpful tips when it comes to any incident on the Delaware river during your visit: Stay calm and remove yourself to a safe area; Help will come to you Contact 911, or the park Emergency Operations Center at 570-426-2457 if you have an emergency Know your surroundings; Keep an eye out for important landmarks to describe where you are located in an emergency [Download the NPS App][2] to your phone prior to your visit and download the maps for Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Keep your phone and identification in a waterproof bag for safety. 
## Natural Features

 Located along the Delaware River, Valley View Campground is a flat camping area sprawled out beneath the shaded canopy of the hardwood trees.\_\_ 
## Nearby Attractions

 Nearby attractions include: The McDade Trail\_\_ 

[1]: https://www.nps.gov/dewa/planyourvisit/mcdade-recreational-trail.htm
[2]: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/digital/nps-apps.htm#onthisPage-0

Tom's Creek Boat In Campsites — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

The Dyrt is here to help plan your best camping near Unity House. Unity House is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Unity House camping trip.

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The Best Camping Near Unity House, Pennsylvania

The campsite in this review has two major points to express beyond the actual review.

First, this site is only accessible by canoes or kayaks. There is no public road access to the campsite. Secondly, the site is maintained by the NPS, (National Park Service) within the DWGNRA, (Delaware Water Gap National Recreational Area). People found camping at this site that are not on a river trip or camped at the site for longer than one day can expect to receive hefty fines from the NPS.

This site is a primitive campsite. There is a fire ring suitable for cooking on as well as allowing you a small fire. You will also have access to a privy style toilet a short distance in the woods behind your site.

This site is a riverside site that will hold 2-3 smaller tents. It is well maintained by the NPS and had no litter or garbage on site. It is very secluded and tucked into the forest between the Delaware River and the McDade Trail.

To reach this site you can put boats in the water at two locations, Dingman's Ferry and Eshback Access. If you start at Dingman's Ferry, you really should go for a hike first. If you hike about 30 minutes each way you will be able to see two very impressive waterfalls. Silverthread Falls and Dingman's Falls are right up the road from the river access point and well worth the walk. There are also tons of hiking trails a matter of minutes from your camp leading to minor waterfalls, overlooks and historic cemeteries. The trails are all well marked and easy hiking.

Nightfall is great. Once the darkness sets in you easily forget your closeness to civilization. No traffic noise, usually there are no other campers close by, which allows you to just sit and enjoy the sounds of the river and the wildlife around you.

Morning sun comes right in on the tent sites making the morning start off on a great note as well. It is definitely worth the stop if your paddling down the river.

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