The Woods Campground: LGBTQIA+ Clothing-Optional Membership Campground in Lehighton
Listing last verified: September 22, 2026 · Source: the property's own website
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About The Woods Campground
The Woods Campground is a membership-only, clothing-optional LGBTQIA+ camping resort on 161 acres in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. It opened in 2004 and is exclusively for adults 18 and older. The property includes streams, a four-acre lake, and spacious campsites.
Lodging spans tent sites, big-rig-friendly RV sites with 50-amp service, per-person overflow camping, seasonal sites, 39 rental cabins, and three park model tiny homes. Cabins have no bathrooms and guests bring their own linens. Park models are fully equipped and sleep up to eight.
All areas except the inside cafe dining room are clothing optional. The FAQ states most guests are clothed and clothed visitors will not feel out of place. No public sexual activity is allowed, and no sexual activity of any kind is permitted in the spas.
Amenities include a pool, hot tubs, fitness center, cafe, dance club, volleyball, hiking trails, EV chargers, WiFi, and a BodyShop for massage and grooming. The property is BYOB with an associate bar open limited weekend hours for guests 21 and over.
The camping season runs May through October. Every guest buys a membership, either $50 for the season or $25 for seven days. Day passes are sold without reservation, with 2026 prices from $27 to $60 per person depending on date and duration.
The Woods Campground at a Glance
| Format | LGBTQIA+ Clothing-Optional Membership Campground |
|---|---|
| Location | 3500 Forest Street, Lehighton, PA 18235, Lehighton, Pennsylvania |
| Who can visit | Membership-only, exclusively for those 18 and older. Described as a lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans campground that welcomes trans, non-binary, cross-dressing guests, couples of all types, and anyone with an open mind. Valid government photo ID with current address required. |
| Clothing policy | All areas of the property except the inside cafe dining room are clothing optional. The FAQ notes the vast majority of guests are clothed and traditional nudist etiquette applies, including towels when sitting. |
| Lifestyle policy | Policies state no public sexual activity is allowed and absolutely no sexual activity is allowed in the spas. The site does not describe itself as a lifestyle or swinger venue. Bullies, racists, fighters, and overly intoxicated guests are not permitted. |
| Play policy | No public sexual activity is allowed. Absolutely no sexual activity is allowed in the spas. |
| Accommodation | Tent sites, RV sites (most with 50-amp service, big rig friendly), overflow camping priced per person with no hookups, seasonal campsites, 39 cabins for rent, and 3 park model resort homes (PM1, PM3, PM49) sleeping up to 8. Cabin types: 2-room cabins C7-C8 (6 people), brown cabins C1-C6 (5 people), green cabins (6 people), and red lakeside couples cabins CC1-CC3 (2 people). Cabins have no bathrooms and guests supply linens. |
| Amenities | 161 private acres with streams and a four-acre lake, Pool and pool parties, Hot tubs / spas, Fitness center, Cafe, Dance club, BodyShop (massage, cuts, bodyscaping), Volleyball courts, Hiking trails, EV charging stations, Golf cart, bike and personal transporter use, WiFi access, Clubhouse with charging outlets, Comfort stations with hot showers, Associate bar during limited weekend hours, Online store and gift cards |
| Dress and theme nights | Site lists drag events (Ladies of Lehighton), Bears at The Woods, Christmas in July, Illumination, a site decorating contest, and leather community gatherings. Weekly dress themes are NOT PUBLISHED. |
| Season and hours | Camping season is May through October. Registration hours: Mon-Wed 10 AM-5 PM, Thu 10 AM-6 PM (10 AM-10 PM between Memorial Day and Labor Day), Fri 10 AM-1 AM, Sat 9 AM-1 AM, Sun 9 AM-6 PM. Day passes Fri-Sat 10 AM-6 PM day, 6 PM-2 AM night, 10 AM-2 AM combo; Sun-Thu 10 AM-8 PM. Quiet hours 11 PM to 8 AM. Weekday visits after 8 PM require an overnight stay. |
| Rates | Seen 2026-09-22. Membership: full season $50 per person, 7-day temporary $25 per person, 15% US military discount. 2026 day passes: peak (May 22-Sep 7) midweek $31, weekend day or night $32, weekend full day $46, Thursday/Sunday $35; high demand weekends $36 day or night and $49 full day; Illumination (Aug 28-29) $43 day or night and $60 full day; off-peak midweek $27, weekend $30, full day $44. Seasonal daily pass $625 per person. Campsite, cabin, and park model nightly rates NOT PUBLISHED (the rates page returned 404; the site points to a Camping Fees Calculator). |
| Membership | A campground membership is required for all guests and is renewed each season. Full season $50 per person or 7 consecutive day temporary $25 per person, paid on arrival at Guest Services with government photo ID showing current address. Membership card and member ID number stay constant across seasons. |
| Events | 2026 events named on the site: Bears at The Woods, Cardboard Boat Race, Collector Car Showcase, Art and Craft Fairs and Workshops, Ladies of Lehighton drag events, Flea Market, Site Decorating Contest, Christmas in July, Illumination (August 28-29), pool parties, sober camping, and leather gatherings. The schedule page shows a graphic and app calendar; individual event dates other than Illumination are NOT PUBLISHED in page text. |
| Contact | 610-377-9577, info@thewoods.camp |
Planning a First Visit to The Woods Campground
The Woods Campground publishes its own rules, and they govern the visit. Read the policies page before you book, and confirm anything that matters to you by phone or email.
A membership or day fee applies, so budget for it on top of the nightly rate. Some properties process memberships at the gate, others online in advance.
Clothing policy as published: All areas of the property except the inside cafe dining room are clothing optional. The FAQ notes the vast majority of guests are clothed and traditional nudist etiquette applies, including towels when sitting. Bring a towel and a cover-up for any area where one is required.
Play policy as published: No public sexual activity is allowed. Absolutely no sexual activity is allowed in the spas. Ask before joining anyone, and take a no the first time.
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The Woods Campground FAQ
Who can visit The Woods Campground?
The site describes a membership-only lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans campground exclusively for adults 18 and older. The FAQ welcomes trans, non-binary, cross-dressing guests, couples of all types, and anyone with an open mind. A valid government photo ID showing a current address is mandatory at check-in.
Where is nudity allowed?
Policies state all areas of the property except the inside dining room are clothing optional. Traditional nudist etiquette applies, including using towels when sitting. The FAQ adds that the vast majority of guests are clothed, so clothed visitors will not feel out of place at the resort.
What does membership cost?
A campground membership is required for all guests and is renewed every season. A full season membership is $50 per person and a 7 consecutive day temporary membership is $25 per person. Active military and veterans receive 15 percent off. Membership is paid upon arrival at Guest Services.
What lodging is offered?
The site lists tent sites, RV sites with mostly 50-amp service, and overflow camping priced per person. It also lists seasonal sites, 39 cabins, and three park model homes sleeping eight. Cabins hold two to six people, have no bathrooms, and require guests to bring pillows and linens. Pets are not allowed inside rentals.
Are there rules on sexual activity?
Yes. The policies page states no public sexual activity is allowed and absolutely no sexual activity is allowed in the spas. Guests must gain permission before photographing anyone. Drugs, fireworks, firearms, and weapons are prohibited, and campsite quiet hours run 11 PM to 8 AM.
When is the season and what are day passes?
Camping season is May through October. Day passes need no reservation and require a membership. In peak season 2026 a midweek day pass is $31, a weekend day or night pass $32, and a full weekend day $46. A seasonal daily pass costs $625 per person.
How This Listing Was Verified
West Coast Swingers reviewed thewoodscampground.com on September 22, 2026, reading 7 pages including the home page, rates, rules and events pages where they exist. Every detail above comes from those pages. Where the site is silent, this listing says NOT PUBLISHED rather than filling the gap. Note from the review: The rates page at /rates-info/rates/ returned a 404. Schedule content is delivered as a graphic and app calendar rather than text. Email info@westcoastswingers.com if any detail has changed.
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