Free Camping Near Scranton, PA
There are 9 free campgrounds within driving distance of Scranton, PA in the Camphive database, every one a $0 fee, listed closest-first. The nearest is Alosa Campsites, about 42 miles away. Every listing links to a full page with location, fees, and details.
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Closest free sites to Scranton
- Alosa Campsites — 42 mi from Scranton · Alosa Campsites · Free · Vistas 6.5
- CAMP GATEWAY - SANDY HOOK — 109 mi from Scranton · CAMP GATEWAY - SANDY HOOK · Free · Vistas 6.5
- SUSQUEHANNOCK — 143 mi from Scranton · SUSQUEHANNOCK · Free · Vistas 6.2
- SEVEN POINTS (PA) — 145 mi from Scranton · SEVEN POINTS (PA) · Free · Vistas 7
- CAMP ROUND MEADOW — 154 mi from Scranton · CAMP ROUND MEADOW · Free · Vistas 6
- Fort Hunt Picnic Areas — 200 mi from Scranton · Fort Hunt Picnic Areas · Free · Vistas 5.5
- TURKEY RUN RIDGE GROUP — 215 mi from Scranton · TURKEY RUN RIDGE GROUP · Free · Vistas 6.2
- CHITTENDEN BROOK CAMPGROUND — 218 mi from Scranton · CHITTENDEN BROOK CAMPGROUND · Free · Vistas 6.4
- Lewis Mountain Campground — 254 mi from Scranton · Lewis Mountain Campground · Free · Vistas 7.1
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Free Camping near Scranton FAQ
Is there free camping near Scranton?
Yes. This page lists 9 campgrounds near Scranton, PA with a $0 fee, sorted by distance — mostly dispersed sites on BLM land and in national forests, plus some no-fee developed campgrounds. Rules can change seasonally, so confirm with the managing agency on each spot's page before you go.
How close is free camping to Scranton?
The nearest free site in the database is Alosa Campsites, roughly 42 miles from Scranton, PA. Free sites are often a bit further out than paid campgrounds, so the list is sorted by distance.