Best Tent Camping near Chesapeake Beach, MD

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Chesapeake Beach, MD is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Maryland camping has to offer. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.

Best Tent Sites Near Chesapeake Beach, Maryland (20)

    1. Lacy Oasis Campground

    2 Reviews
    Chesapeake Beach, MD
    3 miles
    +1 (202) 270-5189

    $90 - $190 / night

    "Whether you are an adult or a child, this place will have a positive effect on you. The owners are involved and designed this space with the visitors pleasure in mind."

    2. Endeavor Point

    5 Reviews
    Patuxent River, MD
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (443) 684-7666

    $55 - $95 / night

    3. Matoaka Beach Cottages

    2 Reviews
    St. Leonard, MD
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 586-0269

    "They have a few tent camping spots as well as cabins. Just call ahead. I just showed up and got a perfect camp spot with a view of the sunrise and access to the private beach."

    "We tent camped at Matoka Cabins and it was a beautiful Peaceful camping trip! Out spot was very private and you could see the bay and hear the waves. We will definitely be back for another visit."

    4. Calvert Cliffs State Park Youth Group Camping

    5 Reviews
    Lusby, MD
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 432-2267

    "Nice and quiet, no hookups, but nice surroundings!"

    "It is a very nice walk about 2 miles to the beach where you can hunt for fossils. The beach has gotten smaller over the years however the trail has gotten much better."

    5. Sandy Point State Park Youth Group Camping

    8 Reviews
    Gibson Island, MD
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 432-2267

    "There are two main beaches and there are picnic tables all over the park. There’s a popular boat launch amd small marina/bait store.
    Get there early on weekends and holidays."

    "There are wonderful views of the water and swimming at the beach, pavilions for social gatherings, showers and bathrooms that are kept pretty very clean, and room for backpacking, hiking, picnicking,"

    6. Military Park United States Naval Academy/Annapolis Naval Station Annapolis FamCamp

    1 Review
    Annapolis, MD
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 293-9200

    "Very spartan but great location. Not much to do in the campground and some long timers there. Dirt cheap"

    7. Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area

    18 Reviews
    Catonsville, MD
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 461-5005

    $20 - $51 / night

    "We had a site on the lower end of the loop and our site was hard to set up as we arrived during a storm and it was very wet even after the rain died down."

    "There is a massive playground, nature play space, sensory trail, and a small nature center. There are a lot of easy, but beautiful hikes.

    The campground is on the smaller side."

    8. Campsites at Watkins Regional Park

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    Bowie, MD
    19 miles
    +1 (301) 218-6700

    $12 - $45 / night

    9. Leesylvania State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Dumfries, VA
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 730-8205

    $15 - $18 / night

    "Good for a day use, parking is full most of the time but have a lot of space to park you may have to walk but you will find one spot..."

    "Close to me so theres nothing new"

    10. Caledon State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    King George, VA
    39 miles
    Website

    "7 or 8 tent pads. Wood for sale at the site for $4 honor system. Porta pottie right next to wood pile. You’re not supposed to setup anything outside of the “tent pads”."

    "It was my first hike in primitive camping experience. We hiked for a few hours and finally got to our site which was right on the Potomac River."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Chesapeake Beach, MD

520 Reviews of 20 Chesapeake Beach Campgrounds



Guide to Chesapeake Beach

Tent camping near Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, offers a blend of natural beauty and recreational activities, making it an ideal getaway for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Some prices for tent camping range from $20 to $50

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Chesapeake Beach, MD?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Chesapeake Beach, MD is Lacy Oasis Campground with a 5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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