RV campgrounds near Berwyn Heights, Maryland offer camping options with varying amenities and accessibility to Washington DC. This suburban area sits at approximately 160 feet above sea level in the Anacostia River watershed. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-90°F with high humidity, while spring and fall provide milder camping conditions between 50-70°F.
What to do
Potomac River access: Brunswick Family Campground provides direct river access for water activities. "The Shanandoah river parallels the campground. The river is beautifully clean clear and cool," notes Brian S., who visited in July 2021.
Trail exploration: Multiple campgrounds connect to regional trail systems. The Brunswick Family Campground connects to the C&O Canal towpath. "Situated on the C&O canal, so you could walk or bike for miles in either direction for hours! Harpers Ferry is only 6 miles away on the trail," according to Susan K.
Urban-natural balance: Lake Fairfax Campground offers unique outdoor recreation minutes from urban amenities. "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, & canoeing)," reports Amy B.
What campers like
Transportation convenience: Many campers appreciate campgrounds with transit options to DC. Cherry Hill Park offers on-site transportation services. "If you're looking for camping in the DC area, this is a great quick getaway camp site. We took the train from Union station to Penn station. Saw the nationals, the orioles. So fun," shares Jennifer H.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently praise the bathroom facilities at several locations. "Five stars for the restroom facilities. Bright, large, clean and very well maintained," writes Tana S. about Lake Fairfax Campground.
Waterfront options: Sites with water views rank highly among camper preferences. At Fort Belvoir Travel Camp, "Nice views of river. Eagle's nest were interesting," reports Mike H., while Dale Y. notes Brunswick Family Campground is "right on the Potomac, easy to get to, reasonably priced, and the sites are spacious."
What you should know
Seasonal limitations: Several campgrounds operate on limited schedules. Brunswick Family Campground operates from "Mar 25 - Nov 1," according to their listing information.
Noise considerations: Urban and transportation noise affects some campgrounds. At Brunswick Family Campground, "The campground is adjacent to a very large, very busy train yard. It's not bothered me but you should be aware," mentions Dale Y.
Site spacing: Site proximity varies significantly between campgrounds. At Bull Run Regional Park, "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," explains Roberta K., while others note tighter spacing at some locations.
Tips for camping with families
Water recreation: Multiple campgrounds offer family-friendly water features. Bull Run Regional Park provides diverse water options: "Our family stayed here in a cabin on a long weekend trip to DC. This campground was full of stuff to do. They had a campfire complete with s'mores followed by hayrides," shares Bridget H.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature playground equipment. Brunswick Family Campground has "an amazing playground for the kids," according to Brian S.
Educational opportunities: Many campgrounds position families near historical sites. "DC just up the road. National Marine Corp Museum just around corner," mentions Kenneth H. about Prince William Forest RV Campground.
Tips from RVers
Leveling considerations: RVers should prepare for variable site levelness. At Fort Belvoir Travel and RV Camp, "our site wasn't fully level, so bring plenty of leveling blocks," advises Thomas, while at Greenbelt Park Campground, "sites vary in levelness, some are fairly level and some are on a mini hill."
Driving access challenges: Some campgrounds require careful navigation. Laure D. warns about Bar Harbor RV Park: "The road into the campground was badly in need of repair," while another reviewer notes about Brunswick Family Campground that "you have to drive through a residential neighborhood to reach" it.
Hook-up variations: RVers report different hook-up configurations. Laura M. notes about Greenbelt Park: "No hookups at any of the sites. There's a dump station and drinking water fill in loop C. The water fill was a little annoying in that there's a handle you have to hold down the whole time, but we used a rock to prop the handle down."
