Pennsylvania
Hickory Run State Park Fire Tower Ridge Dispersed Area
Dispersed Camping
A handful of primitive dispersed sites spread along the abandoned fire tower service road, about 2.5 miles from the main park entrance. These spots sit in thick oak and maple forest with good privacy between sites. Most can handle rigs up to 25 feet, though some are tent-only. No facilities — pack out everything. Fire rings present but check current restrictions.
Access via Fire Tower Road (gated during winter). Road gets rough in the last half-mile with some washouts after heavy rains. Best spring through fall; snow makes it impassable December-March. No signage once you’re back there — just look for worn pull-offs.
Old fire tower road with scattered primitive sites
Place Details
| Type | Dispersed Camping |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania |
| Miles from pavement | 2.8 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | High-clearance 2WD |
| Access road surface | Rough dirt |
| Cell service | None |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 8 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | April-November |
| Land manager | State Park |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Fire ring, Shade |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |