Mountain Vista Campground

The Great Outdoors

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is located only about ten minutes' drive from the campground. This 1,000-foot-deep water gap offers fantastic sightseeing opportunities. In this scenic area, you can enjoy hiking, including along parts of the Appalachian Trail, rock climbing, ice climbing, and more. The river is a popular attraction for canoeing and kayaking, as well as fishing and nature viewing. There are stunning waterfalls on the river you can see while hiking or boating. Other activities here include hunting, scenic driving, picnicking, and swimming. In the wintertime, you can enjoy cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.About 15 minutes' drive south of Mountain Vista Campground is Worthington State Forest. This beautiful forest along the Delaware River is a great hiking location. There are over 20 miles of trails, including sections of the Appalachian Trail. You can also explore the area from the water while canoeing or kayaking on the river. If you like fishing, head to Dunnfield Creek, Sunfish Pond, or the Delaware River. Picnicking and camping in the area is also an option for visitors. Here you can hunt for deer, turkey, and small game animals. Other activities in the park include bird watching and wildlife watching.One of the best fishing locations in the area is Brodhead Creek, which is only about 15 minutes' drive from the RV campground. Here you can catch wild brown trout all summer long, but the best time for trout fishing is usually May and June. The area is perfect for picnicking and hiking as well. The creek has amazingly clear water and is a source of drinking water for nearby towns.

Exploring the City

When you are RV camping in Monroe County, there are several interesting attractions you can see. The Schisler Museum and McMunn Planetarium is a wonderful place to start your sightseeing near East Stroudsburg. Here you can learn about nature and space in many exhibits. The planetarium has a 30-foot dome and also offers documentaries about space. In the museum of wildlife and natural history, you can see The Frozen North, The Cold Forest, Canyon Country, and other interesting exhibits. Join educational programs and events with your family for the best experience.Visit the Frazetta Art Museum, and you can see one of the biggest Frazetta collections in the world. The museum is home to over 30 original paintings by Frank Frazetta and numerous watercolor, pen, and ink pieces. Here you can also see the artist's personal items, including his camera, sports equipment, painting pallets, and more.Also in East Stroudsburg, the Pocono Indian Museum highlights the history of the Delaware Indians, which dates back more than 10,000 years. Learn about their way of life, observe some peace pipes, see how arrowheads were made, and so much more. You can check out the exhibition on your own with an audio guide, or you can join a group tour with a tour guide. You can also see replicas of tomahawks, dreamcatchers, rawhide rattles, and more.