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Greenbelt Park Campground welcomes pets at all campsites, providing tent and RV camping options within a deciduous forest setting just minutes from Washington DC. The campground maintains pet-friendly policies throughout its four loops, with sites in Loop B accommodating tents and RVs under 30 feet, while Loop D allows RVs up to 35 feet. Campers frequently note the park's quiet atmosphere despite its urban proximity, creating a peaceful retreat for pets and their owners. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, with clean bathrooms and shower facilities available in each loop. Dogs must be kept on leash at all times while exploring the campground's hiking trails and natural areas. The campground prohibits hanging items from trees, including hammocks, which may limit some pet containment options.
Hiking trails throughout Greenbelt Park offer excellent pet exercise opportunities with most trails suitable for dogs as young as 6 years old. The park's five-mile perimeter trail provides a substantial walking route, though visitors should apply tick and mosquito protection as multiple reviews mention encountering ticks after hikes. The campground's location just 10 minutes from the Metro station provides convenient access to DC attractions while returning to a wooded setting each evening. Wildlife sightings including deer near the entrance road add to the natural experience. Rangers patrol regularly and enforce quiet hours, helping maintain a peaceful environment. Nearby urban amenities include grocery stores, gas stations, and veterinary services accessible within minutes of leaving the park.
"Though you are close to highways I don’t recall hearing and noise. I love that they have shuttles to DC., walking trails and a large dog park."
"Great location with access to all forms of transportation. Store fully stocked to include groceries. Two pools. Hot tub. Play areas to include a game room and miniature golf. "
from $999 / night
Check Availability"The park is located away from the camping grounds. It has two play grounds, several picnic tables and a bathroom."
"If you are really looking for somewhere to feel far away from civilization and see some beautiful scenery, this probably isn't it."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"We enjoyed sitting around the campfire at night and walking the dogs down to the water. We were right next to a hiking trail that went down to the water and a beach area."
"This is a pet friendly campground. There's a lot to do out at the whole park, and its worth exploring (we just didn't have time). I'm sure its so pretty out near the water."
from $37 - $170 / night
Check Availability"Forested campground with fairly lengthy but level (and thus beginner friendly) hiking just a short distance away from Washington, DC."
"We picked up the camping registration outside the office at the entrance, no need to speak with anyone. Then we just drove down to our campsite in the family camping loop."
from $30 / night
Check Availability"A lot to do: mountain bike trails (horses and walking, too); wooded hikes with water along the trails (great for dogs in the summer heat), skateboard park, BMX park, Water Park near the campground, fishing"
"We set up our tent in the far side of the campground close to the lake ( site 27). It is slightly slant but still comfortable in the tent. Bathrooms are close by and kept clean."
from $30 - $70 / night
Check Availability"We stayed Burke lake campground for one night last week. It was very peaceful place. The whole camp ground was very clean and well kept."
"This was my second time going Burke Lake and it was just as enjoyable as the first."
"Site 24 and 25 are very close together but the other sites are at a distance however, 6 of the 25 sites are unleveled so tent camping is probably the only option."
"Close to town but far enough to enjoy yourself. Bathrooms are clean and have decent showers."
from $10 - $45 / night
Check Availability"This place is a good place to stay, the laundry room & showers are handy, the pool is large, & it's a 40 minute drive to the capital & the Smithsonian Mall or a 25 minute drive to the closest"
"This campground is conveniently located in the middle of the DC / Annapolis area and has a lot to offer! There are plenty of options, both for RV's and in general and the staff is super friendly!"
"Portable water and dumping station located at the camp store. We stayed at site 146 on the first caul-de-sac off the first loop just another site away from the bath house (which was pretty clean)."
"There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation."
from $39 - $100 / night
Check Availability"We did not take our dog this time with us but would seriously consider it next time."
"The location worked for my trip but not sure it’s that convenient to DC."
TravelerClose to washington as we could get. Could also park our skoolie bus which was nice and had plenty of close by shower with bathrooms. Keep in mind only one shower per restroom house. We stayed at a pretty slow season so it wasn’t bad. Would recommend if visiting DC! They also have a dump station and water fill up.
ScoutWe stayed in site #133 with our 34'10" travel trailer/toy hauler. Overall, we really like the site. It's spacious, fairly level, heavily wooded, and feels surprisingly private. There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation. We had a nice large area for our chairs, fire pit, picnic table, and dogs. The biggest thing to know about #133 is the approach. We were instructed to pass the site, go around the loop, and then make a left turn into it. With our nearly 35' trailer, that would have required an extremely tight, almost 90-degree turn between the trees, and we did not feel we could safely make it. There is actually visible damage on one of the trees at the entrance, so it appears others may have had difficulty with the turn as well. Instead, we approached from the opposite direction and positioned the camper with our doors facing the main campsite area. That put the water and electric hookups on the opposite side, but our hoses and cord were long enough to run underneath the camper and reach without a problem. Once we figured that out, the site worked very well for us. I initially thought we probably wouldn't choose #133 again because of the awkward setup, but after spending the weekend here, I would. Now that we know how to approach and position our trailer, it really is a nice site. If you're bringing a longer travel trailer, just be prepared to do a little maneuvering and make sure your water hose and electrical cord have enough length if you decide to orient your camper the way we did.
ScoutSimple and friendly check in process. Clean and well-maintained site.
GuideSpent two nights while we saw the Avett Brothers play at Wolf Trap. Nice flat site with power. Campground was quiet and clean. The only negative is communication and signage. It took us a couple wrong turns to find our site and when we came back, after the concert around 11, the entrance gate was closed and we had to sneak in through the exit gate. Asked the next day and they said that is what campers do to access the park after 11pm.
GuideThis is a great camping spot. The sites aren’t too close together and the hosts are very friendly. The only reason I gave it four stars is because we are near a highway so you can hear cars throughout the night. But the crickets make up for it by being as loud as possible. With the fees, it cost $25 for a non-electric site and with access to showers after a long trek I was happy to pay.
RangerWe stayed at Redemption Springs to get relatively close to Baltimore without bringing our 30ft travel trailer into the city. Seth and the other gentlemen I spoke with were all extremely accommodating. Enjoyed learning about their approach to restorative farming and purchasing a variety of treats at the farm store. Beef, pork, chicken, seasonings, baked goods, and more. We booked on Hipcamp and recommend following his driving instructions. Our rig fit fine by tuhe main barn and they kept an eye on us going in and out to make sure we didn't have issues making any of the turns. Lots of farm life!
RangerWe stayed at Little Bennett starting on Labor Day Monday and left before the weekend, so it is hard to say how this looks when the campground is full of life. They had quite a few activities for families and a pavilion capable of concerts and such, but there was minimal activity during our stay. My biggest complaint is that the gate code changed and we didn't get any notice--so after a long day and a dinner out near Baltimore (nearly an hour away), I had to call the police to get back to my camper. Otherwise, the campsite was relatively spacious and quiet. The bugs were a little rough. Lots of whitetail running around.
ScoutIt was a well maintained campsite. Clean bathrooms and great hikes to fossil beach.
GuideIf you want to be near Annapolis, right on the Severn River...this is it. About 15 RV spots nestled in the woods...with full hook ups. A couple of primitive spots as well. Just a quick 5 min walk to the river...right across from the Academy. NEX, gas within 10 min walk, and 15 min drive to downtown Annapolis. Staff is always great here, and the park is clean....for a park on the woods.
Greenbelt Park Campground offers pet-friendly loops and primitive camping options just 10 miles from Washington DC. Four campground loops accommodate various camping styles with sites in B loop handling smaller RVs while D loop accepts vehicles up to 35 feet. Primitive sites lack hookups but provide fire rings and picnic tables at each location. Bathhouses with showers are located throughout the campground, though visitors should note the prohibition on hanging items from trees affects hammock camping options. Seasonal considerations include heavier mosquito and tick presence during summer months when repellent becomes essential for hikers using the trail system.
Disc golf at Bull Run: Bull Run Regional Park features an 18-hole disc golf course popular with weekend campers. "There a water park type thing here. Hiking, biking, swimming, fishing. Downfall there's a shooting range near by so can be kind of noisy," notes Daniel S. from Bull Run Regional Park.
Paddle at Pohick Bay: Rent kayaks or motorboats during summer months to explore the bay from the launch near the campground. "Boating in summer from kayaks to motorboats," explains Anne K. from Pohick Bay Regional Park, which offers various water recreation opportunities just 30-40 minutes from DC.
Washington DC day trips: Several campgrounds provide convenient access to monuments and museums. "We took the train from Union station to Penn station. Saw the nationals, the orioles. So fun," writes Jennifer H. about staying at Cherry Hill Park while visiting DC attractions.
Private wooded sites: Many campgrounds offer secluded spots despite urban proximity. "The sites were pretty close together but on the ends at least you only have a neighbor on one side. The landscaping, trees and site placement does help the esthetics," reports Scott C. about Cherry Hill Park's tent camping areas.
Wildlife viewing: "Eagles everywhere! Large clean sites. Great staff!" writes Kathie M. about Pohick Bay Campground, highlighting the birdwatching opportunities at this National Harbor-adjacent camping area.
Access to trail networks: "The park itself is safe, quiet, permitting some nice treks through the woods," notes a Greenbelt Park camper, describing the woodland hiking opportunities. Several trails connect camping areas with other recreation facilities.
Site conditions vary significantly: Many campgrounds have uneven sites that require preparation. "Our site, 41, was level and nicely spaced from other sites but many tent sites were not level at all. Many tents were on a full slant," explains Erin W. about Lake Fairfax Campground.
Tick prevention essential: Multiple campgrounds report tick issues, particularly in warmer months. "We hiked the brown trail and it was a nice walk. We have AT&T and had two bars pretty consistently. Bring bug and tick spray - definitely need it!" advises a camper at Cedarville State Forest.
Weather challenges: Rain impacts site conditions at several campgrounds. "We had a fantastic time our 1st time at Adventure Bound Camping Resort. That is, until the rain came about 1am Sunday morning! It rained and rained and rained and rained and rained!" describes Kristy R., highlighting drainage issues that affect tent camping.
Activity planning: Many dog friendly campgrounds near Fort Dupont Park offer structured activities. "They informed us that they had a scavenger hunt for the kids going all weekend, they had an outdoor movie scheduled for Friday night, a campfire story time scheduled for Saturday night and crafts scheduled for Sunday morning," shares Ben G. about Bull Run Regional Park.
Playground proximity: When booking at pet-friendly sites with children, select locations near amenities. "My site was facing the road to the other loops, which initially concerned me about noise, but because of limited traffic due to loop closures it never was an issue either," writes Crystal C. about camping at Greenbelt Park.
Consider cabins for beginners: For families new to camping with pets, cabin options provide comfort. "Our family stayed here in a cabin on a long weekend trip to DC. This campground was full of stuff to do and we didn't even get to do a lot of it," notes Bridget H. about the family-friendly accommodations at Bull Run.
Site selection crucial: Choose sites based on vehicle size and leveling needs. "The outer loop campsites are easily more level than the center loop. If leveling perfectly is a concern you may want to call ahead and ask before commiting to the inner loop," advises Corey B. from Lake Fairfax Campground.
Utilities vary widely: Check specific hookup details before booking. "Clean place and very quiet," says Erwin S. about Greenbelt Campground, though RVers should note this park offers no electrical hookups and restricts RV size to under 36 feet in designated loops only.
Noise considerations: Highway and airport noise affects several dog friendly campgrounds around Fort Dupont Park. "It rained and rained and rained and rained and rained! Not only did it wake us, it started us thinking what we'd do with a WET TENT!" explains Kristy R., highlighting how weather noise compounds with traffic sounds at some locations.
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