The best camping spots near Delaware Water Gap, Pennsylvania.

Don't let the name deceive you: the Delaware Water Gap isn't in Delaware at all. This extraordinary geologic feature, where the Delaware River Cuts through the Appalachian Mountains, divides Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Both states offer a multitude of camping options within these lush deciduous national forests, where you can camp on the banks of a quiet, secluded lake, pitch your tent on a grassy knoll, or head to the hills to watch the sun set over the mountains. Beyond the scenic splendor, camping near the Delaware Water Gap offers a world of hiking, rock climbing, boating, and swimming. You may be tempted to enjoy a relaxing weekend in these quiet woods with the peaceful Delaware river rolling across the horizon. But rock climbers won't want to miss out on the hundreds of climbs on the New Jersey side, and adventure seekers can enjoy white water rafting and canoeing right through the waters of the Gap. Prefer a simple day hike? The Red Dot Trail to the top of Kittatinny Ridge is where you'll find the best views of this uniquely carved landscape.