The Dyrt – find campgrounds for tents, RVs, cabins, glamping and more.
Open in App

Best Campgrounds near Mount Airy, MD

1,065 Reviews
CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

Several campgrounds near Mount Airy, Maryland provide a mix of camping experiences within easy reach of Baltimore and Frederick. Ramblin' Pines in Woodbine features tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping options in a wooded setting about 10 miles south of Mount Airy. Little Bennett Campground in Clarksburg offers similar accommodations including yurts, while smaller specialty sites like The Garden provide more intimate camping experiences with just five sites. Most established campgrounds in this region support both tent and RV camping, with cabin options available at select locations.

Many campgrounds in the Mount Airy area operate seasonally, with several including Little Bennett and Cunningham Falls State Park only open from April through October. Facilities typically include drinking water, electric hookups, fire rings, and picnic tables, though amenities vary between locations. The more developed sites offer full hookups and recreational facilities like swimming pools, fishing ponds, and playgrounds. Road access is generally good throughout the region, with most campgrounds accessible via paved roads. According to one visitor, "Little Bennett is very quiet, the spaces are big. They can accommodate large campers, ours is 35 ft. Tent camping have big areas. Lots of nature trails."

Campers report a wide range of experiences at Mount Airy area campgrounds, with many noting the family-friendly atmosphere and activities. Ramblin' Pines receives praise for its recreational amenities including a pool, jump pillow, mini golf, and fishing pond. Some visitors mention that certain RV areas can feel crowded, with one noting sites are "right next to each other with no trees in between." Quieter experiences can be found at smaller campgrounds like The Garden, which earns high ratings for its natural setting. Those seeking a balance between amenities and nature often recommend Little Bennett Campground for its spacious sites with "lots of vegetation between sites providing privacy from neighbors" and excellent night sky viewing opportunities.

Map showing campgrounds near Mount Airy, MarylandExplore the Map

Best Camping Sites Near Mount Airy, Maryland (127)

    1. Ramblin' Pines

    17 Reviews
    Woodbine, MD
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 795-5161

    $30 - $70 / night

    "We stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick."

    "We love this home away from home ❤️"

    2. Little Bennett Campground

    23 Reviews
    Clarksburg, MD
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 528-3430

    "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"

    3. Manor - Cunningham Falls State Park

    24 Reviews
    Thurmont, MD
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 271-7574

    $23 - $29 / night

    "This site is at the very top of the loop so it has a great cozy vibe and is spaced well away from other sites. The only downside is that the bathhouse is a walk downhill and then a walk back uphill."

    "Deer Spring Loop is near the top of the mountain. This is not a pet friendly loop.

    Site 112 is level, mostly shaded, backs up to the woods and has electric.

    The site is between two cabins."

    4. Cherry Hill Park

    42 Reviews
    Beltsville, MD
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 937-7116

    $282 - $999 / night

    "Metrorail is about 6 miles from campground, near University of Maryland."

    "Great camping amenities, soft cushioned sites, with power and water close by. DO NOT GET BASIC TENT SITES AS THEY ARE NEXT TO HIGHWAYS AND VERY NOISY!!! Premium tent sites would be a better choice."

    5. Hollofield Area Campground

    19 Reviews
    Windsor Mill, MD
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 461-5005

    $19 - $27 / night

    "It has 8 recreation areas and we stayed at the Hollofield Area in April- one of our first experiences in a Maryland State Park. Beautiful park with 70 miles of hiking/biking /multi use trails."

    "This campground is pleasant, but the sites are situated quite close to one another."

    6. Greenbrier State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    41 Reviews
    Boonsboro, MD
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 432-2267

    $23 - $29 / night

    "This park just is near enough to Baltimore and DC to allow for a quick getaway and offers a lot to do."

    "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."

    7. Gambrill State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Middletown, MD
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 432-2267

    $18 - $50 / night

    "The site was very level, nicely shaded, and positioned a short distance from the bath house. There was also a water spigot located right at the entrance of the site."

    "There was a walking path to the bathhouse between 13 and 14. Sites 8-11 were on a nice open field, with some smaller trees."

    8. The Garden

    2 Reviews
    Damascus, MD
    7 miles
    +1 (240) 654-7056

    $15 - $55 / night

    9. Houck - Cunningham Falls State Park

    24 Reviews
    Thurmont, MD
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 271-7574

    $21 - $65 / night

    "Camp next to the president."

    "There are a few vineyards and breweries nearby. Gettysburg, PA is close as is Frederick, MD. Our site was level and had a good view of the woods. Family was staying in site next to us, site 12."

    10. Camp Winery

    1 Review
    Libertytown, MD
    5 miles
    +1 (240) 674-1702

    "Close to many cool things in the area too"

Show More
Showing results 1-10 of 127 campgrounds

2025 Detourist Giveaway

Presented byToyota Trucks

Review Campgrounds. Win Prizes.

Enter to Win

Mount Airy Contest

Enter to Win

Recent Camping Photos near Mount Airy, MD

429 Photos of 127 Mount Airy Campgrounds

Recent Reviews near Mount Airy, MD

1065 Reviews of 127 Mount Airy Campgrounds

  • Thiru Moorthy G.
    Nov. 27, 2025

    Bull Run Regional Park

    ⭐ 1-Star Review – Shockingly Rude, Misleading, and Embarrassing Experience

    I am writing this review because what happened to me at Bull Run Regional Park Campground was not just inconvenient—it was humiliating, unprofessional, and completely avoidable.

    I camp in my Tesla. I have already stayed at this exact campground before with no issue. Their online reservation system allowed me to book again—no warnings, no restrictions, nothing to indicate a problem. So I drove all the way from North Carolina to Virginia trusting that everything was fine.

    When I arrived to check in, the office staff was literally handing me the paperwork. Out of nowhere, a ranger barged in and bluntly told me: “You cannot camp in a Tesla. You need a separate rig.”

    His tone was rude, dismissive, and made me feel like I was doing something dirty or cheap. There was zero respect, zero empathy—just instant judgment. I felt like I was being treated as if I was trying to sneak in or break rules, even though they allowed the booking and accepted my reservation.

    If they have such a rule, why wasn’t I notified during booking? Why was I allowed to stay the first time? Why let me drive for hours only to embarrass me at the check-in counter?

    The office employee even tried to defend me, but he couldn’t convince the ranger. Instead, they told me I could not stay and promised an immediate refund.

    After a long drive, being spoken to like that was extremely disappointing. I’ve camped all over North Carolina and never been treated with such disrespect. Camping in a Tesla is clean, quiet, zero-emission, and safe, yet I was made to feel like I didn’t belong.

    To make matters worse, it has now been seven days and not a single dollar of the refund has appeared. When I called, the office representative didn’t even ask for my reservation details and seemed completely clueless. She first said she couldn’t do anything, then suddenly changed her story and said she would “leave a note.” When I asked to speak with someone who could actually help, she put me on hold and suddenly claimed the manager had “just refunded” me and that I would see the money in two business days.

    After everything that happened, it felt like another layer of indifference and incompetence.

    This entire experience—from the rude ranger to the unprofessional refund handling—left me feeling disrespected and upset. For a campground that charges over $75 a night after fees and taxes, the treatment I received was unacceptable.

    Guests deserve honesty, clear communication, and basic respect.

  • Etzer D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 27, 2025

    Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    Excellent

    We had a beautiful spot at a stones throw from the beach area. The water was great and clean and a good temperature at this time of year. Our camping site was huge. We had some people come over and hang out with us and they did not feel cramped. The kids had a fantastic time and definitely wanna come back.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 22, 2025

    Smith Ridge Harper's Ferry

    Great spot to rest and relax

    The host was extremely accommodating, even coming in last minute and late at night. Good to find a safe spot while solo traveling. I will absolutely be back

  • a
    Nov. 17, 2025

    Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park

    Great Campsite!

    The campground is well maintained. The facilities were clean, and the other campers were friendly. There was plenty of firewood (fallen tree limbs and branches on the ground to use. Overall we had a great time!

  • Erin M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 29, 2025

    Caledonia State Park Campground

    Excellent well maintained state park

    Clean bathrooms, full hookups with paved spots, firewood and ice for sale based on an honor system - so nice.

    1 bar ATT 2 bar T-Mobile 50-100mbps with Starlink with obstructions

  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 29, 2025

    Artillery Ridge Campground

    Nice campground

    Nice clean and open sites but we stayed in the 400 section which was separate from the main campground. Very easy check in. Did it online and just pulled up to the little shack they have and grabbed our packet. We didn’t use the bathhouse but it was very clean. A little older and could probably use a little updating. The campground is only a mile and a half from town which was awesome and direct access to battlefield trails right there. The only complaint we had was the WiFi was awful. Maybe it was because of the section we were in but once the campground filled up it was useless.

  • Chelsea B.
    Oct. 17, 2025

    Manor - Cunningham Falls State Park

    Hot showers! But no dump station

    Campsite We stayed at M17 after staying at M26 for a night. 17 wasn’t as level and so we had to scrunch to one side of the site to get level. It was closer to the bath house. Overall cozy. Bath house It’s in need of some repairs but don’t let that scare you- these showers are hot and the shower wands are a really nice convenience after using cold push button showers. Lantern flies! Invasive Spotted Lantern Flies are everywhere. I squished as many as I could but keep an eye out and check your gear before leaving! Dump station This campsite doesn’t have a dump station so we went to the Cunningham falls site to dump after leaving and they let us dump no problem. Road noise Since you’re near the highway, there is constant road noise and it’s even worse on the trails but it’s quiet otherwise. Deducted one star for no dump station.

  • Amanda S.
    Oct. 14, 2025

    Washington DC / Capitol KOA

    Got bed bugs? They do.

    Stayed in cabin 202 for a Fri- Sun and on our last morning we found a bed bug on our clothing. While they gave a refund it does not come close to cover the time and energy of remediating all of our clothing, sheets, and blankets. We also had to throw out items that could not be cleaned properly and now have to replace them(pillows, shoes, etc). My husband has 23 bites over the course of 2 nights. They burn and itch very badly. I truly hope this was a hiccup for them and they go through correct methods of having the cabin treated properly. 

    UPDATE: A recount of the bites- my husband has 31 bites so far. The remediation of all of our items is exhausting. All the blankets, clothing, suit cases, all the other items we used in the cabin needs to be cleaned. We had to throw out our shoes because they shrunk in the dryer. Spent$$$ replacing shoes for a family for 4. Pillows are not cheap to replace either. I bought a new corset at the renfest this weekend that I'm hoping doesn't get ruined when it goes through the dryer. That too was expensive. So if you're looking to have to spend a bunch of extra money to replace items you didn't want to replace in the first place- I recommend staying here.

Guide to Mount Airy

The Mount Airy area of Maryland offers a variety of camping options spanning from fully-developed RV parks to more rustic tent sites. Ramblin' Pines in nearby Woodbine provides year-round access with full hookup sites, cabin accommodations, and tent camping areas. Little Bennett Campground, located in Clarksburg approximately 15 miles from Mount Airy, features spacious wooded sites that accommodate tents, RVs, cabins, and glamping setups. The Garden, a smaller established campground with just five sites, offers a more intimate camping experience. These mixed-use campgrounds typically provide varying levels of amenities including electric hookups, drinking water, and shower facilities.

Most developed campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, with peak availability from April through October. Little Bennett Campground, Cunningham Falls State Park, and Greenbrier State Park all close for the winter season, limiting cold-weather camping options. Reservation requirements vary by location, with most established sites requiring advance booking, particularly on weekends and during Halloween season at Ramblin' Pines. Several campgrounds enforce two-night minimum stays on weekends. Bathhouse access can be limited at certain campgrounds, with visitors noting accessibility challenges. According to one camper at Little Bennett: "Only 1 bathhouse per loop. Pay attention to where your site is located. You might be in for quite a hike to go to the bathroom, which is inconvenient in the early morning hours."

The camping experience near Mount Airy ranges from family-oriented campgrounds with numerous amenities to more secluded natural settings. Ramblin' Pines receives positive reviews for its recreational facilities including a fishing pond, swimming pool, mini-golf, and seasonal events. Campers at Little Bennett appreciate the spacious, private sites with "lots of vegetation between sites providing privacy from neighbors." However, site conditions can vary significantly across campgrounds. Some visitors mention challenges with tent pads, noting "the tent pad is gravel. While this might help with drainage, it makes it incredibly difficult to walk on and stake down your tent." Camp Winery, described as a "beautiful spot" for tent camping, offers proximity to local attractions while maintaining a natural setting. Most campgrounds in the area welcome pets, though specific rules regarding leashing and designated areas differ by location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Mount Airy Campground located?

Mount Airy is situated in central Maryland, positioned between Baltimore and Frederick. The area offers several camping options including Catoctin Mountain Park near Thurmont and Greenbrier State Park which are both within a short driving distance. Mount Airy provides a convenient basecamp for exploring the region's attractions including historic sites, hiking trails, and natural areas, with easy access to major highways connecting to Washington DC and Baltimore metropolitan areas.

What amenities are available at Mount Airy RV Park?

Campgrounds near Mount Airy offer a range of amenities for RV campers. Cherry Hill Park provides extensive facilities including clean restrooms, full hookups, and staff who provide orientation to nearby attractions and public transportation options. Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA offers premium RV sites with standard amenities, though at a higher price point. Most RV parks in the region provide water and electric hookups, dump stations, and shower facilities, with many offering WiFi access, laundry facilities, and camp stores.

What types of camping are available in Mount Airy?

The Mount Airy region offers diverse camping experiences. For tent camping with natural surroundings, Owens Creek Campground provides peaceful, shaded sites with creek access. Family-friendly options include Brunswick Family Campground located along the river. For those seeking a unique experience, Button Farm offers private farm camping with well-maintained sites. The area also has hiker-biker sites along the C&O Canal, RV parks with full hookups, and campgrounds with both primitive and developed sites to accommodate various camping preferences.

Keep Exploring

  4. View all Maryland cities for camping