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.
$999 / night
"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. "
"As we looked around we found that all of the sites, regardless of amenities, were spaced about the same."
$20 / night
"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."
$33 - $150 / night
"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."
$30 / night
"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."
$30 - $70 / night
"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."
"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."
$10 - $45 / night
"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."
"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!"
$34 - $90 / night
"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)."
"Hot dog. Best camping showers I've ever had. Only draw back is that there's only one playground that's awkwardly located."
"We did not take our dog this time with us but would seriously consider it next time."
"We had a site near the pool, outdoor chess set, jumping pillow and gaga ball pit. Our kids (9, 10 and 14) all had fun and made friends. The staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful."
TravelerThe staff and seasonal campers are all very friendly. The bathrooms are incredibly clean. We love all the games there are to play and the dog park is our favorite spot. Overall, it's peaceful and quiet in a nice, wooded setting.
ScoutOverall great camp ground only thing I noticed is at some of the RV sites the hook ups are in crazy spots some are In the neighboring sites area so you have to drag extensions around them. Also the pool and dog park isn’t on site you have to leave to go to it.
RangerThis is a campers dream site. Everything you can think of is offered here. You have to check their website to see all. This is the closest site to Washington DC. 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. Pets are pampered here. Even dog walking service available.
LegendCherry Hill Park was easy to find and get to basically right off I-95. This was our first time RVing into the WA DC area and we were concerned about traffic getting to the campground(CG). As we arrived, traffic was heavy on I-95 but manageable. Cherry Hill’s and our RV GPS directions were spot on getting us to the park. We were very impressed with this CG from the moment we entered. We picked up our package outside the office(no contact check-in) and went to premium site 93 with FHUs. Back-in was easy. The wifi was very good but the CG was only about a 1/4 full. Cherry Hill has many different ways to stay; cottages, cabins, yurts, glamping pods, premium and regular tent sites in addition to the RV sites. As we looked around we found that all of the sites, regardless of amenities, were spaced about the same. There are a few sites in the CG on the end that will give you a little more yard space like 97(need to be a competent backer), 402, and 1723. We got 2 bars each on Verizon and AT&T. The CG’s cable provided a large selection of channels and worked well. We were impressed with the main laundry facility due to the amount of large washers and dryers, very fair pricing and very clean. The two off leash dog parks(in the same area) were nice plus there’s a well maintained walking trail that goes around this very large CG’s perimeter. We really liked how there are trash receptacles and dog poopy bag dispensers nicely placed all over the CG. Though we didn’t use it, they even have a dog walker service so you can spend a lot of time exploring the DC area without worrying about your pups. About the only draw back was the road noise from the interstate and highway pretty much 24/7, but considering the area that is to be expected. Sites 13-38 and 1500 sites near the premium tent area are the farthest away from the road noise. We would definitely stay here again.
GuideIf you, like me, hate making reservations over the phone, it was worth it! Quick, simple, painless process.
Restrooms/showers: very clean, spacious, centrally located. My spot was in the back row and I didn't mind the walk
Lots: lots are really staggered/ set back from each other so feels like you have more space. Average lot size in general, but the set back feels like you have more space. It wasn't crowded either way, especially given on a weekend
Small pool
Wifi: don't plan on being able to have work zoom calls or really much on it for that matter
Cell service: I can confirm Verizon and Google fi have great service. I would imagine any other carrier would work just as well.
Area: the surrounding area is really bikeable
Hookups: I had a 30amp hookup with no issues. They also have up to 50amp full hookups. All of them looked well maintained.
Staff: super friendly; great check in experience They have a dog park but didn't get a chance to check it out.
Overall: great experience, would recommend
ScoutThese campground is a great find. The sites are well spaced, and while on the smaller side they’re very private with woods between each one. Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. The other campers were all respectful and observed pet policy and quiet hours. I have a reactive dog and he did well here! We’ll be back!
GuideThis campground is perfect for a quiet visit to the Eastern shore town of Rock Hall as It sits conveniently between the village of Rock Hall and Eastern Neck sanctuary. The area reserved for RV campsites overlooks a bluff on the Chesapeake Bay….gorgeous. Because we went in the middle of the week, we had a lot of space to our self and open areas for our dog to play. Admittedly there isn’t a lot to do in the campground itself, even the bathrooms were closed down for Covid and only self contained RVs could camp.There is a small playground and a dog park, and a small pond for fishing. Sewer hook ups are not yet available but they are coming. Purchasing the WiFi access was a waste of money and our Verizon signal was very weak. The biggest attraction is the view over the Bay. So if you are looking for beautiful scenery and a cooling breeze this is a lovely and relaxing place. We met the owner who was very attentive to our needs and also helped us use the dump station as this was the maiden voyage with our new RV. The campground is clean and nicely landscaped. Be sure to go into the town of rock Hall for a seafood dinner at Waterman’s.
ScoutThe park is located away from the camping grounds. It has two play grounds, several picnic tables and a bathroom. The bathroom is a average out door bathroom with no A.C. and the floor always seems to be wet, but I never had an issue with no toliet paper. The trails are maintained. You could tell there was even some work in progress spots. Wish there were some doggie bag stations just for the trash can. The trail comes close to the road enough times that it could be a great add for a visitor who brings pets and staff would not have to hike in to hike out a bag of garbage.
LegendWe stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick. The campground is quite large with lots of seasonal sites but there are some transient spaces that can accommodate big-rigs. In addition to RV sites, there are tent sites and cabins.
We stayed in one of the transient sites (#FR14) across from the RV storage lot. It was a long gravel back-in with 50-amp FHU. The water hook-up is in a pit so it doesn’t freeze so look under the cover. It can be a bit difficult to reach and you have to get on the ground to hook-up. Based on the location of the spigot, we were not able to attach our water filter (we drank the tap water anyway and it was good). The electric worked fine and were able to reach the sewer with our 20’ hose. The view out of our front window was of the storage lot which was not the most scenic. However, parking in the FR row is the easiest place for big-rigs to park since some roads in the park are tight and hard to navigate with the trees and with the two-way traffic.
There are lots of amenities and it seems some people come here for the activities and things to do. It is a destination for many campers. They have lots of themed events, the most popular being the entire month of October celebrating like Halloween. They set up a haunted walk through the woods, have pumpkin carving, trick or treating, a costume contest, haunted hayride, and site decoration contest every weekend. If you want to camp on the weekends– book early because we found it very difficult to get a reservation during October and you have to pay in full and there are no refunds for cancellations. Other weekends have live music, bingo, hayrides, cornhole tournaments, crafts, and more. Basically, there is something every weekend.
Huge fishing pond, shuffleboard, horseshoes, large dog park with agility, game room, playgrounds, jump pillow, heated swimming pool, and exercise room (which was decent but didn’t have a television to occupy your time), 18-hole mini golf. A short but nice hiking trail winds through the woods and is nice for walking dogs. There is a large covered pavilion with picnic tables for big gatherings. There is free Wi-Fi but it doesn’t reach sites in the back of the campground. Wi-Fi is great if you are near the office/store. The camp store is fairly large with some food/beverage items, t-shirts, large amount of RV supplies, and misc. other items. There is a coffee maker with free coffee.
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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