11 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA's dedicated dog park provides an excellent amenity for pet owners camping near Braddock Heights. Most campgrounds in the area permit pets with proper leash control, including Greenbrier State Park, Gambrill State Park, Cunningham Falls State Park, and Brunswick Family Campground. Pet-friendly accommodations range from tent sites to full-hookup RV spots, with several locations like Little Bennett Campground offering pet-friendly cabins. Ramblin' Pines features a large dog park with agility equipment for active pets. Campground bathrooms remain clean and well-maintained, though pet owners should note that some parks restrict dogs to designated camping loops only. Many campers appreciate that Cherry Hill Park offers dog walking services, allowing extended exploration of nearby attractions without worrying about pets.
Fenced dog exercise areas at several campgrounds provide safe spaces for dogs to play off-leash after spending time on required 6-foot leashes at campsites. Pet owners planning longer stays should note that Little Bennett Regional Park and Brunswick Family Campground offer full hookup sites with nearby pet waste stations. The wooded trails at Gambrill and Cunningham Falls State Parks provide shaded walking routes ideal for dog exercise during hot summer months. Campers report that the pet loops at Codorus State Park feature spacious sites, though they lack the shade found in non-pet sections. Wildlife encounters remain common throughout the region's campgrounds, so keeping dogs properly leashed protects both pets and local animals. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours that apply to barking dogs, with enforcement particularly strict at state park facilities.
"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
"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
"It is located in Frederick, about an hour outside of Baltimore and Washington D.C. Though the campground is small, each site looks pretty unique. It offers tent sites, electric sites, and 4 cabins."
"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."
from $18 - $50 / night
"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."
"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."
from $23 - $29 / night
"Not a fan of kids running around through sites. The Elderberry and Deer Spring loops are no pets, but I’d like to see a no kids policy too. Kidding!"
"Nestled away in the Catoctin Mountains, it lands further away from Camp David, so the likelihood of it being negatively affected during dignitary or presidential visits is slim."
from $21 - $65 / night
"Our campsite was quiet with the creek right behind us and had lots of privacy. This place is a great campground to go during summer as it's tucked in the mountains with lots of tree coverage."
"My only complaint is that the fire ring is a little too close to the main road. This is true for most of the sites. However the tent pad was set back in the woods and it was very peaceful."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $30 / night
"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
"If you would like to do some exploring, then you can walk the trail right next to the campground into the historical town of Harper's Ferry (If you’re facing the river then the trail is to the right of"
"Harper's Ferry is a little town in WV nestled right next to the Potomac River. It's also a convenient halfwayish point on the Appalachian Trail."
"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"
"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."
"They also have a playground, petting farm, pedal cars, and sunflower fields."
from $99 - $471 / night
GuideNice weekend trip. The resort has lots of things for kids to do on the weekend. Too bad it's cold this 74 year old kid would like to hit that water slide. They did have a water problem, so they handed out free bottled water for cooking and drinking.
GuideGreat campsite. Fire pit, picnic table, swimming pool ( not open), miniature golf course, laundromat, bathrooms, showers, dump station, gathering areas for groups, playground, and even a horse area and stalls for horses. Dog friendly. Staff was very helpful and curious.
TravelerClose to washington as we could get. Could also park our skoolie bus which was nice and had plenty of close by shower with bathrooms. Keep in mind only one shower per restroom house. We stayed at a pretty slow season so it wasn’t bad. Would recommend if visiting DC! They also have a dump station and water fill up.
GuideWhere we were camping had blown up their dump station. Artillery Ridge helped us out. $10. to dump. If we come to camp in Gettysburg, it will be hear.
GuideYou just can't beat a pennsylvania park. This one is not an exception. Nice clean restroom, plenty of room. Now, what cost a star. Yes, it rained like hell. When we broke camp and go dump. The dump station was overflowing with sewer. Go to the guard shack to tell them, and find another site. None there. Can I go to an unused full hookup to dump? No! I would have to pay for the site. Two hours later, we found a place to dump for $10.
ScoutWas looking for a last-minute getaway on a busy weekend, and they seemed the best option. I've always associated private campgrounds with crowding and sites on top of each other. I couldn't have been more wrong about The Cove. There is more wooded space between sites than in many National Parks.
Some sections are best accessed via 4WD, which I think is a great way to keep things from getting too crowded.
Such a huge diversity of types of sites, from lakeside to wooded, to open fields. They have something for everyone.
The bathrooms are ok. Other than the shower area and the reception, most toilets are pit toilets. If you want to be walking distance to showers, make sure to book sites near them. For most sites, it's going to be a hike or a drive.
And on top of that, they have a beach for the kids, boat rentals, and a range.
This was our first visit, but we will definitely be coming back.
GuideThis pet friendly campground in Caledonia State Park is .8 miles from the larger Chinquapin campground (no pets), ranger station and swimming pool. Our site #171 was level, paved, full hook ups and next to modern clean bathrooms with flush toilets, warm showers and outside dish washing sinks. Many available sites with and without services on a Sunday in October. There were a good number of friendly, tidy, long term campers with large wall tents. (They allow 21 day stays after Labor Day)
ScoutThe owners are friendly and te store is stocked and makes great camping/diner food. Well priced, and easy to get around. Bathrooms are solid and clean, with fast hot water!
ScoutWe stayed in site #133 with our 34'10" travel trailer/toy hauler. Overall, we really like the site. It's spacious, fairly level, heavily wooded, and feels surprisingly private. There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation. We had a nice large area for our chairs, fire pit, picnic table, and dogs. The biggest thing to know about #133 is the approach. We were instructed to pass the site, go around the loop, and then make a left turn into it. With our nearly 35' trailer, that would have required an extremely tight, almost 90-degree turn between the trees, and we did not feel we could safely make it. There is actually visible damage on one of the trees at the entrance, so it appears others may have had difficulty with the turn as well. Instead, we approached from the opposite direction and positioned the camper with our doors facing the main campsite area. That put the water and electric hookups on the opposite side, but our hoses and cord were long enough to run underneath the camper and reach without a problem. Once we figured that out, the site worked very well for us. I initially thought we probably wouldn't choose #133 again because of the awkward setup, but after spending the weekend here, I would. Now that we know how to approach and position our trailer, it really is a nice site. If you're bringing a longer travel trailer, just be prepared to do a little maneuvering and make sure your water hose and electrical cord have enough length if you decide to orient your camper the way we did.
Braddock Heights sits at an elevation of 1,700 feet in the Catoctin Mountains, providing cooler summer temperatures than surrounding areas. The region's mixed hardwood forests create vibrant fall colors from mid-October through early November. Campers should note that many campgrounds in this area close for the season between late October and April, with limited winter camping options available.
Hiking on the Appalachian Trail: Gambrill State Park offers easy access to connect with the AT. "Hike from visitor center to AT is steep and rocky," notes Butch B., who recommends this trail despite its challenges.
Fishing opportunities: Brunswick Family Campground provides direct river access. "The Shenandoah River is beautifully clean, clear and cool," reports Brian S., who enjoyed riverside camping just 100 yards from his site.
Historical explorations: Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA serves as an excellent base for visiting nearby battlefields. "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., who appreciated the convenient location.
Water activities: Greenbrier State Park Campground features a swimming beach and lake recreation. "There are lots of hiking trails. The only downsides are how crowded it can get peak season, and they don't allow dogs in the lake at all," mentions Beth C., highlighting both the appeal and limitations.
Mountain biking: Catoctin Mountain Park trails accommodate various skill levels. "The wooded trails at Gambrill are great, the pup was tired though," notes Andrea S., suggesting the terrain provides a good workout even for four-legged companions.
Spacious campsites: Little Bennett Campground offers well-separated sites. "The sites are quiet, very spacious, level, and heavily wooded with 50A service, water and sewer hookup," says Ray & Terri F., who appreciated the privacy between sites.
Clean facilities: Cunningham Falls State Park maintains well-kept bathhouses. "Camp hosts are friendly. During peak season, there are nature programs going on," reports Regina C., highlighting the additional programming available.
Natural water features: Harpers Ferry Campground provides direct river access from campsites. "It is right on the river so you can go swimming right from your campsite!" explains Robin W., though she notes the nearby train tracks create noise that might bother light sleepers.
Shaded sites: Owens Creek Campground offers a dense forest setting. "Nice small campground WAY back in woods. Been here many times over the last 25 years," shares Roxy V., emphasizing its secluded appeal.
Wildlife viewing: Catoctin Mountain Park's forested setting supports diverse wildlife. "If you are lucky, you may see foxes and bears along with the standard woodland creatures," mentions a ranger at the visitor center, pointing out the natural inhabitants campers might encounter.
Seasonal crowds: Greenbrier State Park Campground becomes extremely busy during summer months. "Lake area can be crowded on weekends, I tend to avoid," advises Butch B., suggesting weekday visits for a quieter experience.
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