One of the essentials that we need to consider every time we travel is the budget. Aside from the van rental, you also need to prepare for the food, entrance fees, campground fees, gas and many more. Especially if you are travelling with kids, you need to consider the extra budget for the trip. But fret no more! Travel wisely but not compromising the happiness of travelling with the affordable destinations below:
1.5-hour drive from pick up point via I-476 S
A family campground located at Mount Bethel, PA boasts its wide area of recreation and massive green space perfect for a relaxing weekend! The scenic Delaware River welcomes you as well as their recreation facilities such as swimming and wading pools, playground, sand volleyball court, softball field, and game room to name a few. This enormous campground is only an hour and a half away from the van pick up point!
Not only that, children 3 years and below are FREE of charge! How awesome is that, right?
You may reach out to them at 888-355-6859 or through their website www.driftstone.com
Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary
56-minute drive from Driftstone Campground via I-80 W
Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary is a perfect side trip after your campground adventure. Kids who adore animals will surely have a blast as they can have a close encounter not only to butterflies but to frogs as well. They also offer educational fun interactive program and arts and crafts. Kids will not only increase their socialization skills but will also gain hefty knowledge about butterflies!
You may reach out to them at 570-325-4848 or www.bearmountbutterflies.com
Pricing
$9.00/person ages3-100+
$8.00/senior (age 62+)
Children under 2 and younger are FREE
Interactive Live Flight Room
Butterfly Hatching Area
Frog Room
Videos
Educational Programs
Guided Tours
Puzzles & Activities
Nature-based Gifts Shop
Art Space / Craft Area
Scout Programs
Parties
7-minute drive from Driftstone Campground 611 Delaware Ave | 570-897-5000
12-minute drive from Driftstone Campground 2165 Mt Bethel Hwy | 570-583-2027
9-minute drive from Driftstone Campground 2314 47 US-46 | 908-496-4291
8-minute drive from Driftstone Campground 409 N Delaware Ave | 570-897-7444
19-minute drive from Driftstone Campground 206 E Brown St East Stroudsburg | 570-421-4000
1.5-hour drive from pick up point via I-476 N
If your family wants to indulge in activities, Lizard Creek Campground is the one for you! They have a beautiful stocked creek running through the property that offers great fishing. You can also enjoy their large swimming pool. If you want more rigorous activities, they are only 25-minute away from Jim Thorpe where there is white water rafting, mountain bike trails and hiking. Within 20-minutes drive you’ll find a variety of options for shopping and restaurants. This location is in the center of fun and adventure!
You can reach out to them at 570-386-2911 or camping@LizardCreekPA.com
Water/Elec/Septic/Cable
$55.00/night
Recommended for: RVs and Travel trailers
Holidays $65.00/night
Includes fire ring, picnic table, water, septic, 30 amp electric and cable TV hookup
Water/Elec/Septic/Cable
$79.00/night
Recommended for: RVs and Travel trailers
Holidays $10.00 extra per night
Includes fire ring, picnic table, water, septic, 30 amp electric and cable TV hookup
Jim Thorpe river adventures
15-minute drive from Lizard Creek Campground via PA-895 E
If you are craving for water adventure, a short 15-minute drive from the campground will lead you to the majestic white water rafting at Jim Thorpe River Adventures. They offer 3 levels of whitewater rafting – Easy Water for beginners which you can bring your kids with you, Into to Whitewater where you’ll spend 6-hours on a 10-miles long whitewater rafting adventure and the BigTime Whitewater where they offer the most challenging and longest river rafting trip. You may bring your own wet suit or you can rent to them. Wet suits are required by PA State Park Regulations. However, if you are not into that they also offer Inflatable Kayaking and Biking.
You can reach out to them at 610-377-1230 / 800-424-RAFT or inquiry@jtraft.com
(All rates are subject to access and insurance fees)
Individual
$40.95 – adults 18+
$31.95 – kids 4-17 yrs.
Group of 15*
$36.95
(All rates are subject to access and insurance fees)
Individual
$50.95 – adults 18+
$44.95 – kids 6-17 yrs.
Group of 15*
$46.95
Youth Group of 15*
$39.95
(All rates are subject to access and insurance fees)
We have wet suits available for rent, or you may bring your own! Wet suits are required by PA State Park Regulations through the end of April – and they make things more comfortable any time!Wet Suit Rental: $12.00 for wetsuit, $5.00 for booties, $7.00 for paddle jacket and $3.00 for gloves Box Lunch (Must be ordered one week prior to the trip date): $9.00 * Group Leaders who reserve 15 seats get the benefit of one person rafting with us for FREE! For 30 seats, two person raft for FREE! Not to be combined with other offers. ** For all Group Leaders who book a trip with 15 or more rafters, they get a $15 gift card to be used in our gift shop and a free 8 X 10 photo *** 17 years old and younger
9-minute drive from Lizard Creek Campground 1706 Blakeslee Blvd Dr W | 570-386-4626
12-minute drive from Lizard Creek Campground 1731 Blakeslee Blvd Dr E | 570-386-3146
17-minute drive from Lizard Creek Campground 655 Main St Slatington | 610-767-9441
9-minute drive from Lizard Creek Campground 600 White St | 610-852-4040
15-minute drive from Lizard Creek Campground 360 W Ruddle St | 866-785-8537
2-hour drive from pick up point via I-476 S
If your family loves travelling with your pets then this resort is surely perfect for you! You can enjoy an afternoon kayaking with your dog and explore their magnificent lake. Not only that, but you can also enjoy a quiet day fishing on their well-stocked 60-acre spring-fed lake. They also have three swimming pools. Their outdoor pool has a grassy lawn area for sunning, a pool with a diving board and slide and a separate enclosed kiddie pool. Aside from that, they also have 4 tennis courts, 2 racquetball courts and a basketball court which is also available for night use.
You may reach out to them at 570-223-0123 or check out their website www.otterlake.com
Mountain creek riding stables
20-minute drive from Otter Lake Camp Resort via Snow Hill Rd
Before heading home, make sure to bring your family to Mountain Creek Riding Stables to enjoy a short horseback riding adventure! This is one of the best outdoor activity not only for adults but also for the kids. They offer beginner and intermediate horseback riding in the Poconos. You will be accompanied on the trail ride by their friendly and professional guides. They also offer private carriage rides and private wagon rides.
You may reach out to them at 570-839-8725 or at their website www.mtcreekstable.com
This private trail ride is great for special occasions, proposals or nervous riders who want more one-on-one instruction. The 60 minute ride takes you through our beginner-friendly wooded trail and across the mountain stream. Private Rides are offered at 2:00 PM on weekends.
This ride offers a 45-50 minute tour through our wooded trail system, around which Pennsylvania wildlife roam free. The trail consists of a walk through our creek, followed by a little trot once you get comfortable in the saddle and are ready to pick up the pace a little bit.
Take in the sights of the Poconos in a delightful way – with a lovely horse-drawn carriage ride pulled by majestic horses. A private carriage ride is a romantic way to tour the Poconos!
Details
Price: $200
Duration: 45 min – 1 hour
Capacity: Max 4 average adults
Location: Must be within Pennsylvania
Distance: 25 mile radius, Travel is $50 – $100
Enjoy a private wagon ride designed for small or large groups. A private wagon ride is a great option for families, friends or corporate outings in Pennsylvania. Conveniently located near New York, Washington D.C. and Philadelphia, our private wagon rides are a great option for groups wanting to escape the city!
Details
Price: $250
Duration: 45 min – 1 hour
Capacity: Max 12 average adults
Location: Must be within Pennsylvania
Distance: 25 mile radius, Travel is $50 – $100
14-minute drive from Otter Lake Camp Resort Routes 209 & 402 Marshalls Creek | 570-223-8244
18-minute drive from Otter Lake Camp Resort 4551 Milford Rd East Stroudsburg | 570-223-8062
15-minute drive from Lizard Creek Campground 106 Columbia Dr 2 | 570-369-5445
16-minute drive from Otter Lake Camp Resort 4547 Milford Rd East Stroudsburg | 570-223-2410
23-minute drive from Otter Lake Camp Resort 206 E Brown St East Stroudsburg | 570-421-4000
1-hour drive from pick up point via I-476 S
Celebrating any occasions during the pandemic hinders us to do so. If you are looking for a destination that will allow you to conduct a very intimate celebration then this place is for you! Tohickon Family Campground has a massive area and a recreation barn that can accommodate to your private celebration. They also have “The Lodge” which houses the indoor activities and of course the crowd favorite – large swimming pool. Make sure to contact them before you plan out any celebrations and of course practice social distancing and wear face masks.
You may reach out to them at 866-536-2267 or reserve@tohickoncampground.com
Electric (30 amp) and water at campsite
For those who don’t want to rough it, the electric (30 amp) and water campsites can accommodate tents, pop-up campers and travel trailers. Some sites are located creekside or steps away.
Tohickon Lane 19-21, 25-46 Tohickon Point 49-55 Walnut 2-5A
Price: $52.00 per night*
Electric (30 amp and select 50 amp), water and sewer hookup at the campsite
For those travelers who need the hookups, the electric (30 amp and select 50 amp), water and sewer campsites can accommodate pop-up campers, travel trailers and motorhomes. Campsites are located across from the Tohickon Creek or among our seasonal family campsites.
Tohickon Lane 1-17 Walnut 7 & 7A
Price: $54.00 per night*
Weekly : $375.00
Monthly: $750.00
Seasonal:$250 month includes electric (12 month lease)
All campsite reservations based on a one night stay for two (2) adults and children of that family, no more than two vehicles per site. Hayrides, arts and crafts, childrens’ bingo and most listed events are free of charge so all children and their families can participate. Please see our calendar of events.
You can use the RESERVE options below or email us @ reserve@tohickoncampground.com or call 1-866-536-2267
Guest fees:
$5/day or $8/overnight; holidays (Memorial, July 4, Labor Day, Halloween I,II,III) $5/day or $10/overnight. All day guests must leave campground by 9 pm. Parking is not located at the campsite, but at the main office.
*Holiday Campsite fees:
Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Halloween I,II,III – so popular we have last three October weekends dedicated to Halloween.
All campsites: $50 per night, if a three day weekend holiday then a three night minimum reservation (call if you can’t reserve all three nights).
Deposit & Cancellation Policy:
Deposit is one night of reservation payable by Visa, Mastercard or Discover. Cancellation 24 hours prior to arrival, full refund of deposit. Less than 24 hours, refund minus $5 maintenance fee. We accept cash and credit cards, no checks accepted. There is no ATM on premises.
Clover hill vineyards & winery
40-minute drive from Tohickon Family Campground via US-222 S
After a successful celebration at Tohickon Family Campground, drive 40-minute east until you reach Clover Hill Vineyards and Winery. This is great place to end the weekend. Chill at their vineyard and feel the fresh air with a glass of their quality wines.
You may reach out to them beforehand as they may have some restrictions due to the pandemic. You may check their website www.cloverhillwinery.com or call them at 610-395-2468.
11-minute drive from Tohickon Family Campground 331 W Broad St | 215-538-2009
14-minute drive from Tohickon Family Campground 1202 N 5th St | 215-257-2680
15-minute drive from Tohickon Family Campground 501 E Walnut St | 215-257-8483
17-minute drive from Tohickon Family Campground 1000 E Walnut St | 215-258-3933
17-minute drive from Tohickon Family Campground 700 Lawn Ave | 215-453-4000
Adventures need not be expensive. Being wise about your finances while on vacation is a rightful thing to do. What’s important is the journey – the new roads you take, new experiences to ponder, beautiful photographs, indulging in culture and trying out new delicacy. And so this is the question that I will leave you. Where to next?
