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Little Bennett Campground's pet-friendly sites accommodate tent campers, RV travelers, and those seeking cabin or glamping experiences near Boyds, Maryland. The campground maintains clean facilities with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections for RV campers. Cherry Hill Park offers a comprehensive pet policy with designated dog walking areas and waste stations throughout the property. Campers report the staff is friendly and attentive to pet owners' needs. Lake Fairfax Campground and Ramblin' Pines also welcome pets with specific amenities designed for four-legged companions. Most campgrounds in the area require pets to be leashed when outside the RV or tent, with leash lengths typically restricted to six feet.
Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA features a fenced dog park where pets can exercise off-leash, though some campgrounds charge a small pet fee of $3-5 per night. The dog park at Ramblin' Pines is particularly spacious and includes agility equipment for active dogs. Trails throughout the region provide excellent opportunities for on-leash hiking with pets, with many campgrounds offering direct access to walking paths. Brunswick Family Campground's dog park requires a short drive from the camping area but provides a secure space for dogs to play. During summer months, campers should be aware of hot pavement that can burn paw pads and ensure pets have adequate shade and water at campsites. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours that apply to barking dogs as well.
"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"
"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"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. "
"As we looked around we found that all of the sites, regardless of amenities, were spaced about the same."
from $999 / 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
Check Availability"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."
"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. "
from $40 - $80 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Picked this location because it is close to our home in Silver Spring, MD but far enough to make us feel like we were leaving town."
from $10 - $90 / night
Check Availability"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 $39 - $100 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $15 - $55 / 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"There are four loops; two with no hookups and no pets allowed, one with no hookups that allow pets and one with electric sites that allow pets."
"My partner and our two dogs loved this campground! We were in the dogwood loop. Positives
* Big, immaculately groomed tent pads
* Mostly tent campers!"
from $23 - $29 / night
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GuideWe 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. We had civil war soldiers drilling and staying the weekend we were there. Bathrooms are super clean.
GuideWe have a motorhome with no additional vehicle and two dogs, and this site couldn’t have been more perfect for us. A dog park, walking distance to most everything we wanted to see. The national park is mostly dog friendly. My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site. The staff was super friendly and welcoming.
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.
RangerGreat campground for families. Large water park that goes to 3 ft. Playgrounds, dog park, canteen, mini golf, jumping pillow, laser tag, pedal cars, gem mining are just some of the amenities. Very pricey during peak season. We did the camp & store at about $50/night.
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.
ScoutSmaller campground, but big on amenities!
Staff was friendly, attentive and the Campground is extremely well-cared for. Sites vary in sizes and are well-defined. They have a great camp store and their mini-golf was just remodeled and a lot of fun to play. In addition to that, there is a bounce pad, shuffle board, horseshoes, chess, over-sized jenga, playground, dog park, gem mining, basketball, bikes, wood, propane, etc. and they pick up trash daily right at your site. All of this in a beautiful wooded spot near Gettysburg.
I highly recommend!
RangerWhen 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
Camping options near Boyds, Maryland span across the Piedmont region at elevations between 300-600 feet, providing varied terrain for outdoor enthusiasts. The area experiences humid summers with temperatures averaging 85-90°F and mild winters, making April through October the prime camping season. Most campgrounds in this region sit within 30 miles of Boyds in Montgomery County.
Hiking the C&O Canal towpath: Access this historic trail directly from Brunswick Family Campground, where the towpath cuts through the property. "We stayed at site D72 for 4 days... There is a very nice network of trails, most if not all were leashed dog friendly," reports Ray & Terri F. at Little Bennett Campground.
Fishing opportunities: Cast your line at the fishing pond at Ramblin' Pines or try your luck on the Potomac River. "This video shows the Shenandoah River and the campground... the Shenandoah River is beautifully clean clear and cool," notes Brian S. about Brunswick Family Campground.
Historical exploration: Visit Civil War sites near Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA. "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," explains Matt S.
Mountain biking trails: Tackle the challenging terrain at Greenbrier State Park Campground. "Greenbrier offers a swimming beach, kayak/canoe rentals, and some tough, rocky east-coast mountain biking, all without leaving the park," describes Jonathan B.
Spacious camping sites: Many campers appreciate the room to spread out. "The sites are quiet, very spacious, level, and heavily wooded with 50A service, water and sewer hookup," notes Ray & Terri F. about their stay at Little Bennett.
Clean facilities: Lake Fairfax Campground maintains excellent bathrooms. "Five stars for the restroom facilities. Bright, large, clean and very well maintained," shares Tana S. Similarly, at Bull Run Regional Park, one camper notes, "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."
Family-friendly activities: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Boyds offer recreational options for all ages. "They have a pool, jump pillow, mini golf, fishing pond, barnyard with goats, and multiple playgrounds. I really like all the trees," says Sean M. about Ramblin' Pines.
Urban convenience with nature feel: At Greenbelt Park Campground, "There is plenty of space between camp site clusters. The park itself is safe, quiet, permitting some nice treks through the woods... the other great thing about it that you can spend entire days at the always-free Smithsonian museums and still fall asleep in the woods."
Seasonal crowding: Summer brings increased visitors to popular areas. "The beach by the lake is PACKED every weekend with day trippers - we avoided it since we are careful due to COVID," observed Sarah K. about Greenbrier State Park.
Site placement considerations: Cherry Hill Park layouts vary significantly. "Look at the park map and try to get a site at the end of a row. The sites are pretty close together but on the ends at least you only have a neighbor on one side," advises Scott C.
Transportation options: When visiting DC from your campsite, public transit is often easier than driving. "What we did, since we don't have a tow car, and just have our 26ft motorhome, 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."
Reservation requirements: Most pet-friendly campsites near Boyds require advance booking. "Reserve online - this is a NO CASH facility which means you CANNOT pay upon arrival so you will have to do so online," warns Crystal C. about Greenbelt Park Campground.
Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated play areas. "Great campground. A bit pricey, but has a full hookup loop. Other loops are tent only. Wonderful bath house. Lots of stuff to do," shares PattyD T. about Little Bennett Campground.
Educational opportunities: Bull Run Regional Park offers nature programs for children. "The campground had a climbing wall on one afternoon. There are miles of trails and my gkids enjoyed the nature scavenger hunt. You even get a prize when you finish," explains Bridget H.
Swimming options: Several campgrounds provide water recreation for hot summer days. "A lot to do: mountain bike trails; wooded hikes with water along the trails, skateboard park, BMX park, Water Park near the campground, fishing, & canoeing," reports Amy B. about Lake Fairfax Park.
Quiet hours enforcement: Most parks maintain nighttime quiet periods. "The whole park is quiet and well-maintained," notes Matt S. about Harpers Ferry KOA, an important consideration for families with early bedtimes.
Site levelness: Check specific site conditions before booking. "Site#D69 level side-to-side but we were forced to greatly elevate front of trailer to level front-to-back," reports Napunani about Little Bennett Campground.
Accessibility considerations: Many campgrounds accommodate larger rigs but may have limitations. "Heads up, big rig owners! Our Pull-thru FHU Patio site had a serious slope. It was impossible to level my 45' motorhome without elevating the front wheels dangerously in the air," cautions a reviewer at Harpers Ferry KOA.
Hookup availability: Water, electric and sewer connections vary by loop and campground. "D Loop is for RVs, A, B, C&E are tents only. AT&T 5 MB/s w/o booster(1 bar), 8 MB/s with it(2 bars). There is no satellite coverage due to the heavy tree canopy," explains Ray & Terri F. at Little Bennett.
Dump station access: For rigs without sewer hookups, check dump station locations. "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," shares Laura M. about Greenbelt Park.
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