Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Bethesda, MD

Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Bethesda, MD

729 Reviews of 74 Bethesda Campgrounds

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  Joel R.

  Legend

  Sep. 30, 2021

  Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA

  Very convenient to National Park

  This 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.

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  singinajf@aol.com

  Traveler

  May. 26, 2021

  Ramblin' Pines

  Quiet Spot

  The 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.

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  Jordan W.

  Scout

  Jun. 26, 2022

  Brunswick Family Campground

  Great but only a few things I noticed

  Overall 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.

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  Linda B.

  Ranger

  Jul. 7, 2019

  Cherry Hill Park

  Actually a 10!!!

  This 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.

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  Jim L.

  Ranger

  Aug. 11, 2020

  Greenbrier State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

  Over crowded

  When we pulled the rangers where blocking traffic to the park. They said that the park was full. OMG they were right. No wonder Maryland is a hot spot for covid 19. After about an hour we were able to get to a camp site. Not the one I reserved. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. After setting up we ventured out to the camp store that is located at the concessions near the packed beach of the lake. We didn't find anything that resembled camping items. So we decided to go mushroom 🍄 hunting. Wow we hit the jackpot. The showers were fairly close and clean. There were a lot of signs that pet prohibited 🚫 in the park. But the cedar loop did have 🐕 dogs. They are just not allowed in the rest of the park. We had good cell service and no reception on the tv

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  MickandKarla W.

  Legend

  Mar. 27, 2021

  Cherry Hill Park

  Impressive Campground

  Cherry 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.

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  Megan K.

  Guide

  Aug. 17, 2021

  Prince William Forest RV Campground — Prince William Forest Park

  Great spot with hookups by PW park

  If 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

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  Matt S.

  Legend

  May. 5, 2025

  Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA

  Location. Location. Location.

  We 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? 

  • Absolutely, this is a nice campground with lots of great places nearby including Harpers Ferry, Antietam, Frederick, Washington DC, Baltimore, and more.

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  Caitlin A.

  Scout

  Apr. 25, 2021

  Smallwood State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED THROUGH JULY 2023

  Private sites with water views nearby

  These 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!