Valley View Group Campground
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.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 5 |
Site guide
5 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site #1 | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 25 / 5 | Yes | Yes | Basic |
| Site #2 | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 25 / 5 | Yes | Basic | |
| Site #3 | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 25 / 5 | Yes | Basic | ||
| Site #4 | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 25 / 5 | Yes | Basic | |
| Site #5 | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 25 / 5 | Yes | Basic |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Equipment | Tents |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Each campsite is $100.00 per site per night. |
| Accessibility | Site Site #1 is listed accessible |
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
| Coordinates | 41.1152° N, 74.9649° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Wearing a life jacket is not just common sense, it is the law.
Charges and cancellations
A $10.00 service fee will apply if you modify your reservation or change your stay dates. Cancelling your reservation prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time the night before your stay will incur a $10 cancellation fee. Refunds will only be issued for park implemented closures.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 8.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Edge of the Woods Outfitters ↗ | 13 mi |
| RV sales & service | Total Recreation RV Sales & Service ↗ | 18.2 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Nearby attractions include: - The McDade Trail
- 2.7 miBushkill Meeting Center ↗Visitor center
- 13.1 miKittatinny Point Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
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.
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 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 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.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Valley View Group Campground?
Sites at Valley View Group Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Valley View Group Campground?
Each campsite is $100.00 per site per night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Valley View Group Campground?
Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Valley View Group Campground?
Cancelling your reservation prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time the night before your stay will incur a $10 cancellation fee.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Valley View Group Campground have?
5 sites, including 5 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Valley View Group Campground?
Valley View Group Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Valley View Group Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Valley View Group Campground?
Site Site #1 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Valley View Group Campground?
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 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
Source: Recreation
What if Valley View Group Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Rivers Bend Group Campground (1.3 mi), Alosa Campsites (2.3 mi, partly first-come), and Camp Gateway - Staten Island (59.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Valley View Group Campground in?
Valley View Group Campground is a Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.