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Campsites at Watkins Regional Park

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This campground is closed for the season from November 16, 2024 through February 28, 2025.

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Campsites at Watkins Regional Park are located near Upper Marlboro, Maryland. The area features flat terrain with wooded surroundings. Campers can explore nearby attractions such as the Watkins Nature Center and the Chesapeake Bay, with temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer.

Description

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The Watkins Regional Park offers primitive tent camping for small or large groups, no RV’s. There are thirty (30) individual sites and three (3) group sites at the Park. The campsites are open March 1-November 15. Check-in time is noon and check-out time is 11 am. Comfort stations with hot showers are available for use.

The individual campsites are available for groups of six (6) people or less with no more than two (2) adults and are offered on a first come, first served basis.

The group sites are for registered groups of fifteen (15) to thirty (30) people and must be reserved in advance. Registered groups such as scouts, church groups, and schools must provide a list of all campers and vehicle tag numbers. Reservations must be canceled at least 48 hours in advance. An after-hours drop box is available at the camp entrance for late night, weekend and holiday arrivals.

Reservation Info

Reservations can be made at Watkins Nature Center, Monday-Friday from 9 am-4:30 pm (301-218-6702), or reserve a camp today through PARKS DIRECT. Payment is due when reservation is made

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Location

Campsites at Watkins Regional Park is located in Maryland

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

38.88909702959698 N
76.78844110553177 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Poor
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Campsites at Watkins Regional Park?

    Camping at Campsites at Watkins Regional Park can cost between $12.00 and $45.00 depending on the site.

  • Are fires allowed at Campsites at Watkins Regional Park?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Campsites at Watkins Regional Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Campsites at Watkins Regional Park have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Campsites at Watkins Regional Park does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Campsites at Watkins Regional Park?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is poor, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.