Best Campgrounds near New Market, MD
Campgrounds near New Market, Maryland range from established state parks to private camping areas within a 30-mile radius. Little Bennett Campground in Clarksburg offers tent, RV, and cabin camping with amenities including electric hookups, showers, and drinking water. Cunningham Falls State Park, located approximately 25 miles northwest, provides both the Manor and Houck camping areas with options for tent camping, RVs, and cabins. Several campgrounds in the area feature full hookups for RVs, while others cater primarily to tent campers seeking a more rustic experience in wooded settings.
Seasonal availability varies significantly across the region, with many campgrounds operating from April through October. Greenbrier State Park Campground, temporarily closed at the time of data collection, typically operates seasonally and receives high ratings for its lake access and swimming opportunities. Ramblin' Pines in Woodbine remains open year-round, offering a consistent option regardless of season. Reservations are generally required at established campgrounds, particularly during summer weekends when facilities reach capacity quickly. A review mentioned that "Maryland has some great state parks and this is one of them. Decent sized sites, clean bath houses. Swimming lake is excellent. Only basic amenities, but dump station."
Campers report high satisfaction with sites that offer water features or mountain views. Gambrill State Park Campground provides a more secluded experience with heavily wooded sites and hiking trails. The campground at Catoctin Mountain Park (Owens Creek) receives praise for its peaceful setting and proximity to hiking trails. As one visitor noted, "Catoctin is one of the most peaceful campgrounds I've been to, and a lot less crowded than Cunningham Falls State Park which is right across from Catoctin. Our campsite was quiet with the creek right behind us and had lots of privacy." Many campgrounds provide fire rings, picnic tables, and access to bathhouses with showers. Cell service is generally available throughout the region, though coverage may vary in more remote camping areas within the parks.
