Palmerton sits at the foot of the Lehigh Gap in the Pocono Mountains where the Lehigh River cuts through the Blue Mountain ridge. Twelve RV parks surround the town offering everything from full-service campgrounds to primitive trailheads. Campers use Palmerton as a base for hiking, biking, and exploring the Lehigh Gorge.
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Palmerton is best known for the Lehigh Gap Nature Center and its dramatic cliffs that rise 1,000 feet above the river. The town sits along the D&L Trail, a 165-mile rail trail connecting the Delaware River to Wilkes-Barre. Visitors can also explore the nearby Blue Mountain Resort for skiing in winter and mountain biking in summer.
The RV parks cater to different travelers. Don Laine Family Campground offers WiFi, showers, and fifty-amp hookups for families who want comfort. The primitive Lehigh Gap Woodpecker Trailhead Campground suits hikers and backpackers who want to wake up on the Appalachian Trail. Sunny Rest Resort provides a clothing-optional experience with premium amenities starting at $86 per night.
Palmerton is known for the Lehigh Gap Nature Center and its dramatic cliffs rising 1,000 feet above the Lehigh River. The town sits at the foot of the Blue Mountain ridge where the Appalachian Trail passes through. Visitors come for the D&L Trail, Blue Mountain Resort, and the area's industrial heritage.
Don Laine Family Campground offers WiFi, showers, and fifty-amp hookups 5 miles from downtown. The Lehigh Gap Woodpecker Trailhead provides primitive camping right on the Appalachian Trail. Sunny Rest Resort offers premium amenities 8 miles away, while Blue Mountain Resort has RV sites with electric hookups near the ski slopes.
Yes, the Lehigh Gap Woodpecker Trailhead Primitive Campground allows pets on the Appalachian Trail. Don Laine Family Campground welcomes pets with full hookups and showers. Always check individual park policies as some may have size restrictions or additional fees for pets.