Campsite evenings
Folding Camping Chair · Adult
For an outdoor sitting area at camp; check packed size against your vehicle storage.
RV & camping guide
Pocono Mountains by RV
49 min from AVPCamping score 8/10Trip snapshot
Arrival airport- AVP
- Airport drive
- 49 min · estimate
Suggested stay- 2–4 days
Reservation demand- Lower · check current rules
Vehicle notes- A vehicle with high clearance or AWD is beneficial for winter travel and accessing remote state park trailheads.
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Your route
AVP
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport
Pocono Mountains
About 49 min · 36 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Vehicle & road notes
Which vehicle
A vehicle with high clearance or AWD is beneficial for winter travel and accessing remote state park trailheads.
parking
Trailhead Congestion
Mount Tammany lots often fill by 7:30 AM on autumn weekends. Consider the McDade Trail as a secondary option if the main Gap lots are at capacity.
signal
Mixed Connectivity
Signal is generally strong in towns but drops significantly within the Lehigh Gorge and deep forest areas. Download trail maps before leaving Stroudsburg.
fuel
Regional Hubs
Fuel is plentiful along the I-80 and I-476 corridors but scarce on secondary mountain roads. Top off in Jim Thorpe or Stroudsburg before exploring the state parks.
Campground reservations
Securing Seasonal Permits for Pennsylvania Highlands
Most state parks are free to enter, but specific activities like whitewater releases on the Lehigh River or camping at Promised Land require advance bookings. National Recreation Area sites like Dingmans Falls have parking-limited access; check the NPS site for temporary closures.
Official source2 · Choose a motorhome or campervan
Fleet rentals from established depots. Compare pick-up cities against your flight.
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Standard car rentals at AVP
Est. from $45/day · typical rate
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Est. from $55/day · typical rate
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Compare rates at AVP3 · Where to park the rig near Pocono Mountains
Private campgrounds and RV parks outside the park, plus overnight stops for members.
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Private campgrounds, cabins and glamping just outside the park, often with availability when park sites sell out.
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Your route
Day 1 · Delaware Water Gap Vistas
Mount Tammany → Dingmans Falls
Day 2 · Historic Valleys and Gorge Trails
Lehigh Gorge State Park → Old Jail Museum
Day 3 · Glacial Lakes and High Plateaus
Hickory Run Boulder Field → Lake Wallenpaupack
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Tours & experiences near Pocono Mountains
Explore guided activities around Pocono Mountains. Check the meeting point, dates and availability on Viator before booking.
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Five picks for Pocono Mountains
Water on walking days
2L Hydration Pack
Carry drinking water on longer walks; refill before leaving services.
Town & sightseeing days
11.5L Travel Sling Bag
Keep small day-trip belongings together without a bike-mounted bag.
Uneven walking trails
Adjustable Trekking Pole
An optional support on uneven walks. Check trail rules, pole length and airline baggage rules.
Wildlife & night viewing
OWLER1 Night Vision Binoculars
20X optical zoom · 500m IR range. Check park rules before using lights at night.
$294.99 USD · store price
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Quick answers
Can I take an RV to Pocono Mountains?
Yes, Pocono Mountains is a good fit for camping trips. Check vehicle length limits on park roads and campgrounds before you book, and plan fuel stops on remote stretches.
Where do I pick up an RV for Pocono Mountains?
The nearest airport is Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP), about 49 min away by car. Rental depots are usually in larger cities, so compare pick-up points before booking flights.
Do campgrounds near Pocono Mountains need reservations?
Most state parks are free to enter, but specific activities like whitewater releases on the Lehigh River or camping at Promised Land require advance bookings. National Recreation Area sites like Dingmans Falls have parking-limited access; check the NPS site for temporary closures.