Best Cabin Camping near Benson, MD
Rustic log cabins and family-sized cabins are available at several campgrounds within driving distance of Benson, Maryland. Cherry Hill Park offers cabins with electricity, basic furniture, and convenient amenities including refrigerators, microwaves, and dining tables. Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area provides small cabins with electricity and heating systems that create a comfortable camping experience while maintaining a natural setting. "The cabins were well-appointed with A/C and heat, full kitchenette, fireplace, screened in porch, and firepit area including wood and fire starters," noted one camper about Ole Mink Farm Recreation Resort. Merry Meadows Recreation Farm features cabins with two beds, a bunk bed, toilet facilities, refrigerators, and outdoor porches with picnic tables.
Cabin accommodations vary significantly across the region, from basic structures to more fully-equipped units. Most require advance reservations, particularly during summer months when cabin rentals reach capacity quickly. Cunningham Falls State Park offers pet-friendly cabins in the Deer Spring Loop, though some loops prohibit pets. The Washington DC/Capitol KOA provides classic KOA-style cabins that accommodate families looking for a more structured camping experience. A recent review noted: "We stayed for 10 days in a rustic cabin. Campground is well organized and clean. Tons of activities and even a hiking path. Pet friendly with small dog park." Some cabins operate seasonally, with many closing between late October and early April.
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen setups vary widely, from simple microwaves and refrigerators to more complete kitchenettes with basic cookware. Fire pits with cooking grates are standard at most cabin sites, though some properties restrict outside firewood due to invasive species concerns. On-site camp stores at locations like Cherry Hill Park and Merry Meadows provide basic supplies, firewood, and limited grocery items. One camper mentioned that "The cabin itself is stocked with various cookware including cast iron, bed frames, tables, chairs, books and games," regarding the more rustic Olive Green cabin. Cabins at Little Bennett Regional Park include picnic tables and metal fire pits with cooking grates but limited indoor cooking options.
