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Best Campgrounds near Ocean Pines, MD

768 Reviews

Campgrounds near Ocean Pines, Maryland primarily cluster along the coast, with notable options including Assateague State Park Campground and Sun Outdoors Ocean City. The camping landscape features a mix of beachfront and bayside developed campgrounds providing options for tent camping, RV sites with full hookups, and cabin rentals. Several facilities offer direct access to beaches along the Atlantic Ocean or Sinepuxent Bay, with Assateague Island National Seashore providing both oceanside and bayside camping experiences approximately 15 miles south of Ocean Pines.

Most mixed-use campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, with peak availability from April through October. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer months when occupancy reaches capacity, particularly at waterfront locations. Sun Outdoors Ocean City typically operates from March through October, while Assateague Island National Seashore's Oceanside Campground is available from mid-May to early October. Weather conditions can be unpredictable with coastal storms possible throughout the camping season. Some camping areas have limited shade, particularly in beachfront locations. "This is a nice campground but it is crowded! The sites have more living space than some we've been to but don't come here for privacy," noted one camper about Sun Outdoors Ocean City.

Waterfront camping represents the primary draw for visitors to the Ocean Pines area, with both oceanfront and bayside options available. Assateague Island National Seashore offers the unique experience of camping near wild horses in a more natural setting. Several visitors mentioned the convenience of shuttle services that run between campgrounds and nearby attractions. "They run a complimentary hourly shuttle van back and forth to the boardwalk which is a great reason to stay here," explained one camper about Sun Outdoors Ocean City. Campers frequently note the variety of amenities at developed campgrounds in the region, with many featuring swimming pools, beaches, entertainment, and convenient access to Ocean City attractions. For those seeking more natural surroundings, the national seashore campgrounds provide fewer amenities but greater immersion in coastal ecosystems.

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Best Camping Sites Near Ocean Pines, Maryland (74)

    1. Assateague State Park Campground

    61 Reviews
    Berlin, MD
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 641-2120

    $28 - $39 / night

    "and was well situated, with a nice open space between the edge of the site and the dunes."

    "There is an outdoor shower and sink as well as several paths to the beach. The beach is beautiful and clean."

    2. Sun Outdoors Frontier Town

    28 Reviews
    Berlin, MD
    6 miles
    Website

    "Due to the location near Ocean City, this campground is primarily a resort for people staying 1 or more weeks."

    "Shuttle to Ocean City, MD was convenient and general store was close by and stocked well!"

    3. Sun Outdoors Ocean City

    25 Reviews
    Berlin, MD
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 213-0097

    $65 - $350 / night

    "The location is amazing. You are a stones throw away from the boardwalk at Ocean City Maryland. The resort is very nice."

    "An awesome campground located on the east coast near Ocean City, MD and the Atlantic Ocean. This was our first visit to Castaways. Lots to do and loads of fun. We love it!"

    4. Assateague Island National Seashore Oceanside Campground

    39 Reviews
    Berlin, MD
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 641-1441

    $40 / night

    "Wild horses, wide, clean stretches of beach, safe surroundings, close to town. This is the best beach camping in all of Maryland."

    "Assateague National Seashore on the Maryland side offers an incredible experience.  Along with soft sand, balmy breezes and coastal views, wild horses wander the park at will."

    5. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Bethany Beach, DE
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 227-6981

    $30 - $168 / night

    "The location (in between Dewey/Rehoboth Beach and Bethany Beach/Ocean City, Maryland) is PERFECT. You have close access to miles and miles of touristy beaches and uninhabited beaches."

    "We stayed in a full hook up site, and we found the campground to be clean, well maintained and so close to the beach."

    6. Bayside Assateague Campground — Assateague Island National Seashore

    55 Reviews
    Girdletree, MD
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 641-3030

    $40 - $80 / night

    "We enjoyed bike riding around the island, catching glimpses of the wild ponies and running around on the beach."

    "If you don’t mind wild horses joining you for dinner and trekking around your campsite at night, then this is your place!! The beach is absolutely gorgeous and so is the scenery."

    7. Trap Pond State Park Campground

    44 Reviews
    Laurel, DE
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 875-5153

    $22 - $56 / night

    "The distance between sites across the loop isn’t huge or blocked by any foliage but didn’t seem to be an issue for our friends who stayed in D24."

    "It was also right near the showers, which were clean & warm, just what was needed. Tent sites are more secluded and are walk-in; our buddies tent camped the same weekend."

    8. Sun Outdoors Ocean City Gateway

    14 Reviews
    Berlin, MD
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 641-9785

    "It’s a close distance to Salisbury (20 mins), ocean city (20 mins) and assateague (20 mins). Also close to Delaware for someone looking to explore there."

    "Each tent site is far enough away from the other that you feel spread out and private. This is definitely a place I recommend to friends and family."

    9. Treasure Beach RV Park & Campground

    10 Reviews
    Fenwick Island, DE
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 436-8001

    "Close to the beach, restaurants and Ocean City. Nice playground and well stocked store. The only issue was if your bathroom isn’t working, they need more bath houses."

    "five with young children, we were thrilled to find a campground that offered an abundance of activities and conveniences to keep everyone entertained and happy, and with restaurants and activities nearby"

    10. Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay

    22 Reviews
    Ocean View, DE
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 947-2600

    "It’s also close to the other ocean beaches. The only downsides are sites are very close together and its a very expensive about double the cost of other near by non-waterfront campgrounds."

    "**  Located on Rehoboth Bay, this resort was a great place to spend a long holiday weekend. Our paved site was just a few steps to a private beach which was really nice and clean."

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  • Gennifer K.
    Oct. 12, 2025

    King Nummy Trail Campground

    Nice campground

    This was a nice campground. There are a lot of long term campers but they've got sites for weekenders too. Very close to local shops and attractions. The pool was great. They have 2 on site with a shallower one and an 8ft. No real activities or events when we were there. Bathrooms very clean and located throughout

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Sun Outdoors Ocean City

    Beautifully kept, with dirty Bathrooms

    This place was very nice. Best beer selection I’ve seen at a campground. Nice little beach! Nice pool, tiki bar and great deli. One issue. The bathrooms were very dirty and not cleaned the 3 days I was there. Same soap pieces in the shower all 3 days. Same gunk stains on urinals.

  • Stu T.
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Cape Henlopen State Park Campground

    So Much To Do - Not Enough Time

    Spent one night here as we were in transit from a campground near the bottom of the Eastern Shore of Virginia to home (fortunate to get a spot that fit my camper) - spots are close together - full campground even in the middle of the week after school started- but quiet at night.  Almost a mile walk to the beach - great trails for bike riding.   Restrooms were clean!  If you have a trailer, make sure that you input your trailer length to find a site that fits as they vary.   Close to food.   Staff very friendly.   Tons of stuff to do - will return when we have more time.  If you want the experience of driving on the beach - go for it!

  • Evan C.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Redden State Forest Campground

    Secluded and improving

    8/15/2025

    Arrived after dark to find that I had the campground to myself. As noted in other reviews, turn right as you drive past the office/house and let yourself in through the closed (but unlocked) gate. Since the last review, it appears they've added 11 sites on a branch if you bear left after the gate. These sites (8-18) are level, packed gravel pads with benches, fire pit, grill, and picnic table. The restroom featured on the map is just a portalet, but there is plenty of overflow parking in that branch. Apparently you're not supposed to pull onto the gravel with your vehicle, just park parallel to the road alongside it. 

    Another note about the gravel - can't get stakes in. Plus, it's a pine forest and I didn't want to get sap on my tent so I didn't tent adjacent to the pad amidst the pine needles. I did drive around the right branch (sites 1-7) in the morning to find that they are dirt/grass sites and probably would be ideal for tenting/staking (and in case you haven't guessed, I don't have a freestanding tent). The area is densely forested with pines and is quite pleasant in that regard.

  • colleen C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay

    Awesome!

    We loved it. Great for a long getaway or a quick one like ours. Loved our stay. It was clean and full of fun.

  • B
    Aug. 5, 2025

    Strawberry Crossroads

    A work in progress.

    We had a nice time & plan on returning.

  • C
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort

    Pros and cons

    We have been to this campground twice. First time everything was very clean and lots to do. The last time things had slipped a little bit. Campground was definitely not as clean. The first time there was staff riding around picking up garbage and keeping things neat. Last time it seemed like it was just a bunch of teenagers flying around on golf carts not doing much. Almost all the games were broken in the arcade. Plus a lot more seasonals. The seasonals also have a lot of political flags with profanities. Not very family friendly! Pros love the pool, lake, waterslides, and proximity to cape may Cons broken equipment, kids racing golf carts all hours of the nights, lots of seasonals with over the top decorations, with flags with profanities and cleanliness slipping. We will try it again. Hopefully they were just having an off year.

  • A
    Jul. 23, 2025

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches

    Great First Camping Trip

    My family tent camped for 1 night here at site 190. Decent array of electrical hookup options. My kids had a blast in the water area with the pool and large slides. It was our first time camping and we had trouble sleeping due to groups around us having fun until 11, but overall it was a really great experience and we will be returning

  • Joshua N.
    Jul. 19, 2025

    Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort

    Some issues

    The campsite is very nice except for a few issues not have not been addressed over the many years we have been coming here. First, the WIFI is absolutely terrible! I have complained before and it never improves. 2nd, when we checked in, we were told that there currently no cable TV. We were told to stream which was terrible as I stated above. Last, there was an older gentleman that works there as a pool attendant. He told one of the guests that vaping is not allowed in the fenced area of the swimming lake in a scolding tone and told the guest that it's against the rules and that he did not make up the rules. He then ran off to find the woman in charge of the pools(her name is Marie). She came in hot on her golf cart like Bo Luke in the Dukes of Hazzard and came over to the guest and started yelling at the guest like she committed murder. Totally uncalled for!!! She has an absolutely terrible personality and should not be working in the hospitality industry. There were a few other staff members that were very rude towards guests(including us). When I'm paying over$1000 for a week here, I expect to be treated much better. We almost felt like we were bothering the staff. We have seen Marie many times over the years and never see any behavior changes. The staff could use a good training session on hospitality and appreciation that guests come here to relax and spend a lot of money here to do so, so they are employed.

Guide to Ocean Pines

Camping near Ocean Pines, Maryland, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful retreat, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Beach Access: Many campgrounds, like Assateague State Park Campground, are close to the beach. One reviewer said, "We had a wonderful time camping at Assateague State Park... The park is beautiful with paved bike/walking trails."
  • Wildlife Watching: At Bayside Assateague Campground, you can see wild horses roaming freely. A visitor mentioned, "You’ll have no problems running into wild ponies and they’re babies!"
  • Fishing and Boating: Trap Pond State Park Campground offers canoe rentals. One camper shared, "The hiking is always beautiful and easy to access... The cypress trees are stunning."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of bathhouses. A review for Cape Henlopen State Park Campground noted, "The shower houses were clean."
  • Spacious Campsites: Many campgrounds, such as Tuckahoe State Park Campground, have spacious sites. A visitor said, "The campsites are typically spacious and spaced out well."
  • Activities for Kids: Campgrounds like Sun Outdoors Frontier Town offer plenty of activities. One family mentioned, "If you can make it their Halloween season is awesome... Lots of activities for the kids."

What you should know:

  • Busy Weekends: Campgrounds can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A camper at Assateague State Park Campground mentioned, "Very hard to snag a spot for a weekend. It's always busy."
  • Limited Privacy: Some sites are close together, which can affect privacy. A review for Jellystone Park™ Chincoteague Island noted, "Sites are one on top of the other."
  • Weather Considerations: Be prepared for rain, especially in spring and fall. A visitor at Trap Pond State Park Campground shared, "The first night it rained (literal buckets)."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities. One camper at Sun Outdoors Frontier Town said, "Great for the kids always something to do."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or check for nearby restaurants. A visitor at Delaware Seashore State Park Campground mentioned, "There are a few (seasonal) restaurants within a few minutes walk/drive."
  • Pack for Fun: Bring bikes or outdoor games. A camper at Cape Henlopen State Park Campground noted, "Biking is hugely popular."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site dimensions. A review for Assateague State Park Campground warned, "Watch the site dimensions or you might not be able to fit your vehicle AND camper on the site."
  • Use Dump Stations: Familiarize yourself with dump station locations. A visitor at Trap Pond State Park Campground mentioned, "There are 2 dump stations and we didn't wait long."
  • Bring Leveling Blocks: Some sites may not be perfectly level. A camper at Tuckahoe State Park Campground advised, "Just bring enough leveling blocks if you're in a camper."

Camping near Ocean Pines, Maryland, has something for everyone. With beautiful campgrounds and plenty of activities, it’s a great spot for your next outdoor adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Ocean Pines, MD?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Ocean Pines, MD is Assateague State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 61 reviews.

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