4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Cabins near Buckeystown provide rustic to modern overnight accommodations at several area campgrounds. Gambrill State Park Campground offers four cabin options, while Little Bennett Regional Park includes cabins alongside its other camping facilities. Most cabins feature basic amenities like electricity, beds, and picnic tables, with varying levels of kitchen facilities. Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA and Brunswick Family Campground provide cabin rentals with more robust amenities, including heating and air conditioning in some units. A camper noted, "We may splurge on a cabin when it's colder," highlighting their year-round appeal for visitors seeking shelter from seasonal weather.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Cunningham Falls State Park offers cabin options in both its Manor and Houck areas, with pet-friendly accommodations available at select locations. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during peak summer months when families frequently book these popular alternatives to tent camping. KOA-style cabins typically provide more amenities than state park cabins, including furnished interiors and private fire rings. Some locations like Ramblin' Pines remain open year-round, while others close seasonally from November through March.
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Basic cooking supplies such as fire rings and picnic tables are standard, though full kitchens are rare in rustic cabin rentals. On-site camp stores at locations like Harpers Ferry Campground and Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park sell essential supplies and firewood. According to one review, "The camp store was well stocked with reasonable prices," noting items like firewood bundles for $10 and ice for $3.50. Grocery options are available within short driving distances from most cabin locations, with Wegman's and Walmart mentioned as being approximately 5 miles from certain campgrounds.
"viewing as no lights what so ever in camping loops except for toilet/shower buildings Lots of vegetation between sites providing privacy from neighbors
Site#D69 shady
Very quiet campground
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"We live in Montgomery County and this is a nice camping get away close to home."
"This KOA offers close and cozy get away near Harper’s Ferry Virginia. Technically within walking distance to the National Park shuttle to downtown."
"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
"Gambrill State Park is great for those just starting out to camp. It is located in Frederick, about an hour outside of Baltimore and Washington D.C."
"Sites were generous, and equipped with a good fire pit, and space for parking two cars at our site (12). The parking/tent site was gravel."
from $18 - $50 / night
"The tent-only sites are smaller and have a metal fire ring with a grate (nice!). The RV sites have mostly brick rings without grates. "
"The campground is adjacent to a very large, very busy train yard. It’s not bothered me but you should be aware."
from $10 - $90 / 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."
"Site was very shaded, and quite secluded. Camping pad was nice and level, although the driveway was slightly sloped. Nice amount of space in between sites. Very short walk to bathhouse."
from $23 - $29 / night
"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."
"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"
"the road from Catoctin Mountain Park, a National Park Service with additional trails to enjoy."
"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!"
from $21 - $65 / night
"We stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick."
"It has a pool, jump pillow, mini golf, fishing pond, barnyard with goats, and multiple playgrounds. I really like all the trees. Space between sites seems to be standard."
from $30 - $70 / night
"This is a huge campground geared around kids. We didn't bring any with us this time and were just staying here overnight."
"This campground has tons of nice cabins and tent sites, all in wooded surroundings. There is a small creek to play in and a nice little hiking trail within the campground."
from $99 - $471 / night
"This location is very welcome with the friendly staff and large sites for tents or RVs. We had easy access to the electric and water. Plus enough room for a large tent."
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.
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.
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.
ScoutSimple and friendly check in process. Clean and well-maintained site.
ScoutThis is are first camping adventure in are new travel trailer. Camp ground is quiet and well maintained. Bath rooms and shower facilities are fantastic.
GuidePrimitive feel with full hookups. I have a 22' trailer, and it fits fine. I hope you like trains. Plenty of them go by.
GuideThis is a great camping spot. The sites aren’t too close together and the hosts are very friendly. The only reason I gave it four stars is because we are near a highway so you can hear cars throughout the night. But the crickets make up for it by being as loud as possible. With the fees, it cost $25 for a non-electric site and with access to showers after a long trek I was happy to pay.
RangerWe stayed at Little Bennett starting on Labor Day Monday and left before the weekend, so it is hard to say how this looks when the campground is full of life. They had quite a few activities for families and a pavilion capable of concerts and such, but there was minimal activity during our stay. My biggest complaint is that the gate code changed and we didn't get any notice--so after a long day and a dinner out near Baltimore (nearly an hour away), I had to call the police to get back to my camper. Otherwise, the campsite was relatively spacious and quiet. The bugs were a little rough. Lots of whitetail running around.
Cabins near Buckeystown, Maryland offer access to the rolling foothills of the Catoctin Mountain range, with elevations ranging from 300 to 1,900 feet. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 85°F during peak camping months. Most cabin locations sit within an hour's drive of both Frederick and Harper's Ferry, creating convenient basecamp options for exploring the region's historical sites and natural attractions.
Riverside activities: At Brunswick Family Campground, campers can enjoy direct access to the Potomac River. "The Shanandoah is just as beautiful. The showers could use a good cleaning but they are typical Campground showers perfect for the campground life," notes one visitor who made multiple trips to the location.
Explore historic towns: Many cabin rentals provide access to nearby historical areas within short driving distances. "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," reports a camper who stayed at Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA.
Trail hiking: Cabin locations throughout the area connect to extensive trail networks. "There is a very nice network of trails, most if not all were leashed dog friendly," shares one camper about Little Bennett Regional Park, noting the trails were accessible directly from their campsite.
Riverside views: Water access stands out as a major appeal for many cabin rentals. "We had a great view of the river which was just a short walk away. You can walk down into the river or go up river some to go tubing!" notes a visitor to Brunswick City Campground.
Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained bathroom facilities. "Bathroom and shower facility was very clean" notes a reviewer at Gambrill State Park Campground, adding that the park also offers "a fresh water spout, and even a small book exchange."
Proximity to attractions: The central location allows cabin renters to visit multiple destinations. "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 one reviewer about their cabin experience.
Seasonal availability: Several cabin locations have limited operating seasons. "We stayed in the first weekend open of the season," notes a Gambrill State Park visitor who camped in early April, explaining "This is a smaller campground, only 34 sites, but it had all you needed."
Train noise: Several campgrounds with cabins sit near active rail lines. "The CNO railroad runs pretty close it's not super loud just wanted to make you aware," warns a Brunswick Family Campground visitor, while others note the sound of trains at night can be more noticeable.
Reservation timing: For Cunningham Falls State Park, planning ahead is essential. "This is a very busy campground and I was advised it normally sells out on weekends, so securing a site in advance is wise," reports a visitor who stayed at the 149-site camping area.
Water features: Many families select cabins with swimming options. "We love going to Cunningham falls annually... There's a lake, boating, playgrounds, hike to the falls. So much scenery and nature," shares a repeat visitor who appreciates the variety of activities available.
Kid-friendly activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park specializes in family entertainment. "Tons of nice cabins and tent sites, all in wooded surroundings. There is a small creek to play in and a nice little hiking trail within the campground. Has a great water park, playground and bounce pad feature," explains a reviewer.
Accessibility considerations: When choosing a family cabin, consider location within the campground. At Cunningham Falls State Park William Houck Area, a visitor advised, "Biggest drawback was on arrival to Addison loop... The sites were also very close together and tight. There are paths to the bathroom through many sites so people walk through your site to get to the bathhouse."
Site limitations: Many cabin areas have restrictions on RV sizes. At Little Bennett Campground, an RVer noted the layout: "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."
Utility hookups: Understand what connections are available. "Site#D69 level side-to-side but we were forced to greatly elevate front of trailer to level front-to-back," reports a Little Bennett camper, adding that the site had a "gravel parking pad" but required significant adjustment.
Seasonal considerations: For year-round cabin and RV options, Ramblin' Pines remains open all months. "Only an hour from the Baltimore/DC area was convenient when you are short on time and still want to get out there," notes a nearby camper, emphasizing how the location works well for quick weekend getaways.
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