OutReserve

Alosa Campsites

Warning

General

Camping is limited to one night only at this location. Campsites are only accessible by boat

River with greenery on the edge of the rocky shore
Greenery on the edge of river with a rocky shore
River with greenery on the edge of the rocky shore
Two green kayaks on shore of river with trees in the background
Yellow kayak on river with trees in the background

About Alosa Campsites

The Alosa Campsites are boat-in only sites located on the west (Pennsylvanian) shore of the Delaware River near Bushkill, Pennsylvania. The side of the river with the campsites will be on your right while traveling downstream. This section of the river offers unspoiled views, excellent boating, fishing, and birding opportunities within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and the Middle Delaware National Scenic and Recreational River. These reservation-only campsites are available to boaters who are on a multi-day river trip. The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area also offers other boat in only campsites that are free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information on the first-come, first-served campsites and river campsite regulations in general, visit: http://www.nps.gov/dewa/planyourvisit/river-camping.htm

Number of accommodations: 6

Seasonal information

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 17 to Nov 15

Sites & Availability

6 Sites Available

Site
Price
AL10, Loop: Alosa Campsites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
AL12, Loop: Alosa Campsites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
AL2, Loop: Alosa Campsites
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
AL4, Loop: Alosa Campsites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
AL6, Loop: Alosa Campsites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
AL8, Loop: Alosa Campsites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (18)

What Guests Are Saying

Alosa Campsites offers a private and secluded experience, particularly at Site 2, which is highly praised for its breathtaking river views and excellent kayaking opportunities. While some campers noted challenges with site identification and the presence of poison ivy, the large sites with fire pans and grill grates enhance the overall enjoyment. The area's pristine nature and crystal-clear water make it a favorite destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

Review Summary

4.1
18 reviews
5
55.6%
10
4
22.2%
4
3
5.6%
1
2
5.6%
1
1
11.1%
2

Tyler K

Verified

January 31, 2022 Stayed at: AL10, Loop: Alosa Campsites

5

Tough to see the sign until you are on top of it, but great campsites for a river trip.

Mark C

Verified

July 19, 2021 Stayed at: AL8, Loop: Alosa Campsites

4

Nice place to camp!

Genevieve B

Verified

May 29, 2021 Stayed at: AL2, Loop: Alosa Campsites

2

Booked R1 Campsite for Friday the 21st of May. Had a late put-in because of the coordinates provided, which turned out to be wrong and the real campsite is 3.5 miles downriver (roughly another hour+ of paddling). If we had put in any later, we’d have been paddling in the dark. We saw no obvious brown sign to indicate the campsites, and there were no bathrooms or porta-potties as expected (because it was in the description).

Campsite itself was great; very spacious with a nice grated fire ring. Lots of wildlife around.

Leaving 2 stars because of the incorrect coordinates (which I copy and pasted from this website) and because of the lack of bathrooms, which was stated.

David M

Verified

August 5, 2020 Stayed at: AL2, Loop: Alosa Campsites

5

Great campsites.

Kristin O

Verified

July 27, 2020 Stayed at: AL10, Loop: Alosa Campsites

4

The campsites were large and level. Very peaceful location. Was lulled to sleep by sounds of some nearby rapids. This is a great spot on the river.

Robert D

Verified

January 16, 2020 Stayed at: AL2, Loop: Alosa Campsites

4

Great locations and easy to find along the River. I wish they were a little more spread out. It did feel as though we were right on top of other campers. Amenities were fabulous

Bonnie S

Verified

January 16, 2020 Stayed at: AL8, Loop: Alosa Campsites

1

These sites are wonderful but the experience varies dramatically depending on the kind of experience the folks in adjacent sites are having. Which is to say, there may be groups nearby who plan to get drunk and listen to loud music, and without cell service the parks dept isn’t able to enforce the rules in any way. I’ve had wonderful and awful experiences on different dates.

Nicole C

Verified

January 10, 2020 Stayed at: AL2, Loop: Alosa Campsites

5

Hard to find from the river, needs better signage.

Location Alosa Campsites

Address:
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area,1978 River Road
Bushkill, PA, 18324
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 41.0834 / -74.9763

Elevation: 104 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Swimming at this location is not advised. Swimming areas are provided at Milford Beach, Turtle Beach, and Smithfield Beach.

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Quiet hours in the park are 10:00 p.m. to 6:00a.m. Loud audio devices and fireworks are prohibited at all times.

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Camping is limited to one night only, and only on legitimate multi-day river trips.

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Check-in time is 2:00 p.m., check-out time is 12:00 p.m.

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Fires are only permitted in existing steel fire rings.

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Use dead and down wood only. Cutting standing trees (alive or dead) is not permitted.

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Pack out all trash, including all food and food waste.

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Campers must use the portable toilet facility.

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Reservations are required and camping is restricted to designated sites, which are numbered AL2 through AL12.

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All items with an odor such as food, garbage, and toiletries are attractants for wildlife including black bear. Take precautions and don't leave food, garbage or other attractants out. Store food in bear proof containers.

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Cell phone coverage is unreliable within park boundaries.Depending on cellular provider, some cell phones may have service in portions of the Alosa Campsites and some phones will not have service at all.

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For emergencies, call the park's Communications Center at 1-800-543-4295 for the quickest response.

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Absoltely no vehicled are permitted at Alosa Campsites. These sites are desinaed for boat-in only on a legitimate mutli-day river trip. 

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We ask visitors to be aware of the risks inherent with being in the woods, to avoid congregating under dead trees, and to be extra cautious during high winds.

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

Camping is limited to one night only at this location. Campsites are only accessible by boat

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