Tompkins

Tompkins Campground
Cowanesque Lake
Cowanesque Lake

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

119 total sites

RV Sites

103 sites

Tent Sites

16 sites

About Tompkins

Tompkins Campground is on the north shore of Cowanesque Lake in the northern tier of Pennsylvania, less than one mile from the New York state border. Surrounded by lush forested ridges, the lake offers recreation for the entire family, including picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, hunting and wildlife watching. The campground is a great place for kids of any age.

Number of accommodations: 119

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Hunting

Hunting

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently closed

Campground Amenities

RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

119 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 02, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 03, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 04, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 05, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 06, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 11, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 15, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 16, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 21, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 22, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 23, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 24, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 25, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 26, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 27, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 28, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 29, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 30, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 31, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 32, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 33, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 34, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 35, Loop: KNOL RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 37, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 38, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 39, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 40, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 41, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 42, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 43, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 44, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 45, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 46, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 47, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 48, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 49, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 50, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 51, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 52, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 53, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 54, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 55, Loop: BENC RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 57, Loop: COVE RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 58, Loop: COVE RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 59, Loop: COVE RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 60, Loop: COVE RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 61, Loop: COVE RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 62, Loop: COVE RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 63, Loop: COVE RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 64, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 65, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 66, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 67, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 68, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 69, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 70, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 71, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 72, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 73, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 74, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 75, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 76, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 77, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 78, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 79, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 80, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 81, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 82, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 83, Loop: COVE RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 84, Loop: COVE RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 85, Loop: COVE RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 86, Loop: COVE RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 B, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 C, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 E, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 F, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 G, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 H, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 I, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 J, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 K, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 L, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 M, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 N, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 O, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 P, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
P01, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P02, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P03, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P04, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P05, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P06, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P07, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P08, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P09, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P10, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P11, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P12, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P13, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P14, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P15, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
P16, Loop: HIKE Tent
7 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 Q, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 R, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 T, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 U, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 V, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 W, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 X, Loop: MEAD RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (716)

What Guests Are Saying

Tompkins Campground offers a clean, well-maintained environment with friendly hosts and beautiful views of the lake, making it a popular choice for campers. Many visitors appreciate the quiet atmosphere and excellent recreational activities like swimming and fishing. While some noted issues with cell service, shower facilities, and sewage odors, the overall experience is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.4
716 reviews
5
60.5%
433
4
27.1%
194
3
5.9%
42
2
4.1%
29
1
2.5%
18

Eric B

Verified

August 11, 2022 Stayed at: 01, Loop: KNOL

5

Always a good time staying here. Every site has plenty of room and black topped. Great Kayaking on this large lake.

Eric B

Verified

August 11, 2022 Stayed at: 01, Loop: KNOL

5

Always a good time staying here. Every site has plenty of room and black topped. Great Kayaking on this large lake.

Randolph G

Verified

August 10, 2022 Stayed at: 29, Loop: KNOL

5

Very nice site. Wide, clean and very quiet. Would have no problem going there again and have recommended to other campers in my family.

Zen S

Verified

August 10, 2022 Stayed at: 49, Loop: BENC

5

We have stayed at Tompkins a few times now, and always have a great time. One of the best designed campgounds we have been to.
This last visit our son stayed in a different site, (tent site) and joined us for meals. Nice to spend time with family and such a great environment. Sitting by the campfire and watching the water,
We will book for next year again.

Randolph G

Verified

August 10, 2022 Stayed at: 29, Loop: KNOL

5

Very nice site. Wide, clean and very quiet. Would have no problem going there again and have recommended to other campers in my family.

Zen S

Verified

August 10, 2022 Stayed at: 49, Loop: BENC

5

We have stayed at Tompkins a few times now, and always have a great time. One of the best designed campgounds we have been to.
This last visit our son stayed in a different site, (tent site) and joined us for meals. Nice to spend time with family and such a great environment. Sitting by the campfire and watching the water,
We will book for next year again.

Lane D

Verified

August 9, 2022 Stayed at: 39, Loop: BENC

5

Fantastic views throughout much of the camp, and many sites were shaded. Lots of shoreline for fishing, a swimming beach and a nature trails as well. Also if you're a boater, you have a free boat slip available on a first come basis.
The camp hosts were all very helpful and friendly. Make sure you look for the eagles and osprey. Just 45 minutes to the Pine Gorge Grand Canyon of the east. Our AT&T cell coverage was spotty, with our signal magically going from 4 bars to no service. Definitely coming back here again. We stayed in a 5th wheel.

Don L

Verified

August 9, 2022 Stayed at: 05, Loop: KNOL

4

I was very impressed with the location, I would love to have better cell/internet service. As I am alone I have a greater need to communicate with my home.

Lane D

Verified

August 9, 2022 Stayed at: 39, Loop: BENC

5

Fantastic views throughout much of the camp, and many sites were shaded. Lots of shoreline for fishing, a swimming beach and a nature trails as well. Also if you're a boater, you have a free boat slip available on a first come basis.
The camp hosts were all very helpful and friendly. Make sure you look for the eagles and osprey. Just 45 minutes to the Pine Gorge Grand Canyon of the east. Our AT&T cell coverage was spotty, with our signal magically going from 4 bars to no service. Definitely coming back here again. We stayed in a 5th wheel.

Don L

Verified

August 9, 2022 Stayed at: 05, Loop: KNOL

4

I was very impressed with the location, I would love to have better cell/internet service. As I am alone I have a greater need to communicate with my home.

Location Tompkins

Address:
66 North Shore Lane
Lawrenceville, PA, 16929
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 15 and State Route 287.

Elevation: 348 feet

Distance to downtown

4 mi drive to downtown Lawrenceville (about 6 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
  • All reservations must be made on www.recreation.gov or by calling (877) 444-6777 prior to arrival. Reservations to include any reservation changes, such as cancel, refund requests, site transfer, or date changes cannot be made at facility location. 
  • Campers are limited to 3 camping units per site, 2 of which must be a tent or 3 tents in total. No more than 7 people per site or one family

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Last updated: September 9, 2026

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