Delaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA Holiday - East Stroudsburg, PA
Delaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA Holiday Dog Park Directory
Located in the scenic valley of East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, the Delaware Water Gap / Pocono Mountain KOA Holiday campground offers a welcoming, pet-friendly environment for families and their furry companions. This campground is known for its friendly and attentive staff, clean facilities, and beautiful surroundings, making it a popular destination for those seeking camping adventures in the Pocono Mountains region. While it’s not a dedicated dog park, visitors find the grounds accommodating for dog walking, with camping sites nestled among the trees and access to various outdoor activities.
The campground features a variety of amenities, including playgrounds for kids, restrooms, and a range of recreation options like mini golf, pickleball, and scheduled seasonal events. However, recent guest reviews note a lack of clearly designated green spaces or fenced areas specifically for dogs, with most walking areas being on gravel or potentially muddy after rain. Still, the overall pet-friendly atmosphere and accessible nature make it a good choice for those looking for dog-friendly camping in East Stroudsburg and the greater Poconos area.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are dogs allowed off-leash at this park? Dogs must remain on leash as there is no designated off-leash or fenced area for dogs.
- Is there a fenced area for dogs? No, there does not appear to be a fenced area for dogs at this campground.
- What are the park’s leash requirements? Dogs should be kept on a leash while on the campground property.
- Is there a playground or activities for kids nearby? Yes, there is a playground and a variety of activities for children within the campground.
- Are restrooms available for owners? Yes, clean restroom and shower facilities are available for guests.
- Is parking available? Parking is available, though sizes and locations vary based on your site type, and there may be a need to park vehicles in separate areas in some cases.
- Is the campground regularly cleaned and maintained? Yes, guests frequently compliment the cleanliness and maintenance of the campground facilities.
- Are there walking trails connected to the park? There are areas for walking within the grounds, though most are gravel roads rather than formal pet-friendly hiking trails.
- Is there a swimming area or pond for dogs? No dedicated swim area for dogs is mentioned.
- Is the park muddy after it rains? Some sites and paths can become muddy during and after rain, especially in lower-lying areas.
- Are there staff or rangers present at the park? Yes, friendly and helpful staff are present and available on-site.
- Is the park open year-round? Check with KOA directly for seasonal hours, but the campground typically operates much of the year and hosts seasonal events.
Reviews
We have been camping at different locations for over eleven years, we’ve always had good customer service from every campground we’ve been to, but I have to say that the office staff here goes above and beyond. They were more than happy to accommodate a request that we had that was important to us.
We arrived at night, so did not get to see the entire campground but I was able to check out the playground with all the kids having a blast. I also had the opportunity to use the restroom and I have to say it was the cleanest restroom/ shower building I have ever been to in a campground. I would recommend this campground to anyone, we enjoyed a few days of rest and relaxation which is what we needed. Kudos to KOA Shawnee!
We had a cabin with full bath kitchenette, very clean and cozy, the cabin had a beautiful porch to sit and relax with coffee in the morning. Our visit was in October, so Halloween festivities were in full swing! Decorations everywhere, you are invited to decorate to win a contest. In the evening a hayride to their haunted trail, which was VERY impressive! Trick or treating during day. This campground is spotless, there are so many activities for all!! Add their friendly helpful staff. 5 stars all the way!!
I think this makes our 5th time at this KOA over about 7 years. Loved it each time. You sit nestled in a valley being able to see fall colors, and this time of year (we had not realized) they run a halloween competition for campsites.
The facilities are good, with lots to do for kids. If it matters, we have been here with a pop-up, small off-road travel trailer and now a Medium travel trailer. Plenty of options and lots of pull throughs.
In general, what I love about KOA’s is consistency, whilst also having unique setups. The fun of camping!
I think this makes our 5th time at this KOA over about 7 years. Loved it each time. You sit nestled in a valley being able to see fall colors, and this time of year (we had not realized) they run a halloween competition for campsites.
The facilities are good, with lots to do for kids. If it matters, we have been here with a pop-up, small off-road travel trailer and now a Medium travel trailer. Plenty of options and lots of pull throughs.
In general, what I love about KOA’s is consistency, whilst also having unique setups. The fun of camping!
People were nice at check in Sites are less than 5 foot between sites when slide extended. In the rain it was a mud hole. Permanent sites looked like they were abandon or hadn’t been cleaned up in years. Very rustic especially for the nightly price. Site layout and entry/ exit very confusing. No obvious green spaces to walk a dog or even take a walk without being on a gravel road or in mud. Equipment like the games, ping pong tables, pool etc looked like they had been there and not replaced in 20 years. positives our site was level with ample gravel for no mud and enough space to back up and turn around Site had a picnic table but no fire pit. If you are towing a vehicle you have to unhook before parking a rig and then park in a lot in an area in a different park of grounds. To rehook up tow vehicle there is no designated level space to hook it back up so I had to park the camper on level ground, walk to auto, drive it down and then hook it up. Our site did not accommodate a tow vehicle.
People were nice at check in Sites are less than 5 foot between sites when slide extended. In the rain it was a mud hole. Permanent sites looked like they were abandon or hadn’t been cleaned up in years. Very rustic especially for the nightly price. Site layout and entry/ exit very confusing. No obvious green spaces to walk a dog or even take a walk without being on a gravel road or in mud. Equipment like the games, ping pong tables, pool etc looked like they had been there and not replaced in 20 years. positives our site was level with ample gravel for no mud and enough space to back up and turn around Site had a picnic table but no fire pit. If you are towing a vehicle you have to unhook before parking a rig and then park in a lot in an area in a different park of grounds. To rehook up tow vehicle there is no designated level space to hook it back up so I had to park the camper on level ground, walk to auto, drive it down and then hook it up. Our site did not accommodate a tow vehicle.
People were nice at check in Sites are less than 5 foot between sites when slide extended. In the rain it was a mud hole. Permanent sites looked like they were abandon or hadn’t been cleaned up in years. Very rustic especially for the nightly price. Site layout and entry/ exit very confusing. No obvious green spaces to walk a dog or even take a walk without being on a gravel road or in mud. Equipment like the games, ping pong tables, pool etc looked like they had been there and not replaced in 20 years. positives our site was level with ample gravel for no mud and enough space to back up and turn around Site had a picnic table but no fire pit. If you are towing a vehicle you have to unhook before parking a rig and then park in a lot in an area in a different park of grounds. To rehook up tow vehicle there is no designated level space to hook it back up so I had to park the camper on level ground, walk to auto, drive it down and then hook it up. Our site did not accommodate a tow vehicle.
People were nice at check in Sites are less than 5 foot between sites when slide extended. In the rain it was a mud hole. Permanent sites looked like they were abandon or hadn’t been cleaned up in years. Very rustic especially for the nightly price. Site layout and entry/ exit very confusing. No obvious green spaces to walk a dog or even take a walk without being on a gravel road or in mud. Equipment like the games, ping pong tables, pool etc looked like they had been there and not replaced in 20 years. positives our site was level with ample gravel for no mud and enough space to back up and turn around Site had a picnic table but no fire pit. If you are towing a vehicle you have to unhook before parking a rig and then park in a lot in an area in a different park of grounds. To rehook up tow vehicle there is no designated level space to hook it back up so I had to park the camper on level ground, walk to auto, drive it down and then hook it up. Our site did not accommodate a tow vehicle.
Just a beautiful, well maintained KOA campground. Staff quickly delivers whatever you need. Clean showers and restrooms. We happened to stay here during their Halloween Festival weekend. The haunted hayride was the best with several old trailers getting their second life as a haunted house
Just a beautiful, well maintained KOA campground. Staff quickly delivers whatever you need. Clean showers and restrooms. We happened to stay here during their Halloween Festival weekend. The haunted hayride was the best with several old trailers getting their second life as a haunted house