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Cherry Hill Park offers premium tent, RV, cabin, and glamping sites that welcome pets, with extensive amenities including two swimming pools, mini-golf, and a cafe that delivers to campsites. The campground's paved walking trails and dedicated off-leash dog areas provide ample exercise opportunities for dogs throughout the property. Multiple reviews mention the campground's cleanliness and well-maintained grounds as standout features. Washington DC/Capitol KOA, Greenbelt Park Campground, and Patapsco Valley State Park also permit pets at their campsites with varying amenities and hookup options.
Camping with pets near Adelphi provides convenient access to urban attractions while maintaining natural surroundings for dog walks. Cherry Hill Park serves as an excellent base for exploring Washington DC, with shuttle service available to metro stations. The park's on-site store stocks pet supplies, while nearby veterinary services ensure emergency care is accessible if needed. Most campgrounds enforce standard leash policies outside designated off-leash areas, with waste stations positioned throughout the grounds. Several reviewers specifically noted feeling safe and secure at these properties while traveling with their pets, making them ideal for first-time campers with dogs.
"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"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 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."
"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"Camp site(Tent camping)
The camp site is what it is, just a camp site :) It's one of the bigger state parks surrounded by forest in MD.""Another negative was after the storm for the next few days we heard trees falling nearby."
from $20 - $51 / night
Check Availability"Pet friendly. Very quiet. I only gave it 4 stars because the camp sites are too close together. Fire pits were well designed, bathrooms were relatively clean."
"It may be close to suburbia (a neighborhood right through the trees) and convenient to major highways (literal minutes to I95), but you will feel like you are truly secluded in the woods."
from $19 - $27 / night
Check Availability"Quiet woods in Maryland about 30 or 40 miles north of DC. Tenting, and RV spots partial to full service. Just of hiway 270. pricey ($66/night) for a state park, but nice."
"PROS Very nice small Montgomery County Park
No reservation fee to make on-line reservations
Reserved 137 days prior to arriving
Entrance gate required entry code Instructed by staff via gate phone"
"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."
from $43 - $100 / night
Check Availability"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."
"We stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick."
from $30 - $70 / night
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GuideThis park is top notch. The grounds are immaculate. The staff is friendly and helpful. They have a lovely gift shop. We were in the 400 sites and it was nice and shady. 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. This is my all time favorite park so far and I need to go back.
LegendThis place is right outside the gate of Harpers Ferry NP. We walked to the shuttle bus stop. It is a very large KOA, and was almost empty when we visited in September. The original site the gave us had a large rut and washed out spot, so we could not get level. I checked in the office and the reassigned another space that was much better. Full hook ups, nice clean shower and bathrooms, playground, pool, large dog park.
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!
LegendWe set up camp at Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA Holiday as our launchpad to visit the historic sites in and around Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and Frederick, Maryland.
We paid$114/night(average per night, including fees and taxes) for Site# 94. A bit pricey considering a lack of elbow room, but it’s a great location and everything is well-kept.
THINGS I LIKED:
Location, Location, Location! Close proximity to plenty of historic and tourist places to visit. The Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Visitor Center is literally next door. Harpers Ferry Lower Town and Bolivar Heights are a few minutes by car(or shuttle from the Visitor Center). Frederick and Antietam are each barely 30-minutes by car. Gettysburg, Baltimore, and DC are about an hour’s drive.
Clean and level gravel site with well-maintained utility hook-ups.
Great campground store filled with food, drinks, camp supplies, souvenirs, and essentials you may need while away from home.
Friendly staff in the office& store.
The whole park is quiet and well-maintained.
THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
Heads up, big rig owners! Our Pull-thru FHU Patio site(#199) had a serious slope. It was impossible to level my 45’ motorhome without elevating the front wheels dangerously in the air. The nice staff kindly moved us to a FHU site without the patio and furniture. And refunded the difference in price for the lesser site. Thanks for providing the move but ‘premium’ sites should be somewhat level, am I right?
Get cozy, the sites are quite small and tightly packed together.
A $3 per night“Pet Fee” for our small, mostly-indoor dog felt a bit like nickel-and-diming. I realize it only amounted to an extra$12, but he didn’t need any extra gravel.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
Northern Maryland's Piedmont region sits at elevations between 300-1,000 feet with humid summers and mild spring and fall camping seasons. The area near Adelphi features mixed hardwood forests with a network of streams and small waterways, creating opportunities for varied hiking and water activities. Temperatures from April through October typically range from 45°F to 88°F, making it suitable for extended camping seasons.
Hiking at Patapsco Valley: Patapsco Valley State Park offers over 70 miles of multi-use trails with varying difficulty levels. One reviewer noted, "There are parks on both sides of the river to explore and experience the trails. Be sure to bring/download maps. You can also bike/drive to nearby Ellicott city which has a charming downtown area."
Water activities for kids: Lake Fairfax Campground includes a water park that's perfect for families with children. As one camper shared, "This park has a lot to offer & there is bunch of activities available outside the campground... We stayed in a cabin for 2 nights and had a great time. The campground had a climbing wall on one afternoon." The water park requires an additional entry fee but provides a welcome activity during hot summer days.
Metro access to DC monuments: Greenbelt Park Campground offers a convenient base for exploring Washington DC via public transit. A camper explained, "There's normally a walking path from the campground to the metro station that takes you into DC (the green line takes you to the National Mall), but as of Oct 2023 the bridge is out due to a storm... So what we did... is we packed up and drove to the Greenbelt station about 5 miles away, parked there for the day, and took the green line into town."
Disc golf courses: Multiple parks in the area feature disc golf opportunities. Pohick Bay Regional Park includes an 18-hole course that's popular among campers. A reviewer recommended, "I'd recommend taking in a game of disc golf on their 18 hole course."
Secluded sites despite urban proximity: Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area provides a surprisingly natural camping experience close to urban areas. One camper shared, "This campground is on the smaller side. You get a fire pit and cooking crate, and a picnic table. The crushed stone at the sites isn't comfortable for tents, and they won't let you pitch it on the ground, so bring extra pads and alternative ways to secure the tent to the ground."
Clean bathroom facilities: Bull Run Regional Park receives consistently high ratings for their shower facilities. A camper enthusiastically noted, "The best review I can give us of the bathrooms. They're with staying again alone. Locking doors, individual stalls. Hot dog. Best camping showers I've ever had."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Multiple campgrounds in the area offer chances to observe local wildlife. At Pohick Bay Regional Park, a camper mentioned, "Beautiful campground located near the National Harbor. Eagles everywhere! Large clean sites. Great staff!"
Seasonal activities: Washington DC / Capitol KOA provides organized recreational options for families. One reviewer explained, "We stopped at the DC KOA as a base to visit the Capitol. This is not a site for nature lovers but is perfect for kids. 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."
Seasonal campground closures: Several parks in the area operate seasonally. Patapsco Valley State Park's campgrounds typically close from November through March. As one reviewer noted, "We arrived at 1am, hadn't made a reservation, and it was closed and the gates locked. No where on the website does it say it's closed. Very frustrating, especially as a weary traveler."
Non-potty trained children restrictions: Some campgrounds have pool restrictions for young children. One camper at Washington DC/Capitol KOA mentioned, "I didnt like that non potty trained kids are not allowed to swim in their pool. Luckily we only have a 9 month old currently that isn't potty trained so she didn't care if she was in the pool or not."
Hammock policies: Greenbelt Park Campground prohibits hanging items from trees. A recent visitor cautioned, "NOTE: park service forbade tying lines or straps to the trees at the time of our visit (Autumn 2024), so if you favor hammock camping or deploying tarps/ridgelines, plan accordingly."
Urban noise considerations: Despite wooded settings, several campgrounds experience noise from nearby urban sources. At Bull Run, a camper noted, "Downfall there's a shooting range near by so can be kind of noisy or at least it was the night we were here."
Natural playgrounds: Little Bennett Campground features unique outdoor play spaces for children. A visitor mentioned, "This is a good regional campground with activities for kids on special days. Took our grand daughter there for her first camping trip and she loved the bouncing strawberry and the hikes."
Dog friendly campgrounds near Adelphi: Most campgrounds in the area allow pets but have specific regulations. At Pohick Bay Regional Park, leashed pets are welcome throughout the campgrounds but must be supervised at all times. The park includes designated areas where pets can exercise.
Nature discovery centers: Several parks offer educational facilities. At Patapsco Valley, "The Hilton entrance of Patapsco Valley Park is perfect for keeping the kids entertained. There is a huge playground, sensory trail and nature discovery center at the entrance to the park."
Water activities for various ages: Bull Run Regional Park provides water features suitable for different age groups. A camper shared, "State run park with many amenities. Park has golf frisbe course, decent water park for kids, hiking trails, small creek/river you can explore, playgrounds."
Site leveling considerations: Many campgrounds in the region require leveling equipment. A camper at Bull Run Regional Park noted, "The sites are all pull-through off the roads through the campground. So your camper faces the woods and you feel like you're all alone... Our site was very level, but I could see that some others were not so much, so you might want to ask about that."
Full hookup availability: For RVers needing complete hookups, Little Bennett Campground offers dedicated loops. A camper reported, "We stayed at site D72 for 4 days. The sites are quiet, very spacious, level, and heavily wooded with 50A service, water and sewer hookup. D Loop is for RVs, A, B, C& E are tents only."
Pet-friendly campsites: For those traveling with dogs, multiple pet-friendly campgrounds near Adelphi offer specialized amenities. A camper staying at Washington DC/Capitol KOA observed, "We did not take our dog this time with us but would seriously consider it next time. They have a nice dog area for the dog to be able to run around and exercise which a lot of places we have been do not have a place for the dog to really exercise."
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