Westmoreland State Park Campground sits between the forested highlands and the wide Potomac River, creating distinct camping microclimates within its boundaries. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-90°F during the day with cooler evenings at 60-65°F. The park's campground elevation varies from near water level to approximately 150 feet on higher woodland sites, affecting both views and temperature during your glamping stay near Coltons Point, Maryland.
What to do
Tent camping with beach access: Matoaka Beach Cottages offers tent sites with direct views of Chesapeake Bay. "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," notes Courtney K.
Fishing along the river: Set up at Westmoreland State Park Campground where fishing opportunities abound along the Potomac shoreline. "This was our first time at a state park and we definitely enjoyed it. Relaxing, fishing was nice and we loved walking the trails with the dogs," according to Chanel B.
Winter stargazing opportunities: The off-season provides excellent night sky viewing from waterfront luxury sites. "Went in March 2018 for my birthday, when it was still VERY cold, but had a wonderful time. The beaches and trails seem so much more peaceful and untouched this time of year," shares RL from Westmoreland State Park.
What campers like
Heated bathhouses during cold seasons: Winter glampers appreciate the climate-controlled facilities at Westmoreland State Park. "Bath houses are heated which is amazing. We had a large group so we rented B49 and B48," writes RL, highlighting a practical benefit for off-season luxury campers.
Peaceful early spring beach access: Leesylvania State Park Campground provides waterfront sites with fewer crowds during shoulder seasons. "This campground was so pretty. It is small, but the price and location near DC cannot be beat. It is directly on Potomac River," explains Anne K.
Family-friendly scheduled activities: Richmond North - Kings Dominion KOA organizes regular events for kids throughout their camping season. "Had a great time for Halloween here. Will be back," shares Jason L., highlighting the seasonal programming that enhances luxury camping experiences.
What you should know
Campsite spacing considerations: Site layouts vary significantly between campgrounds in the region. At Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA, "Our site was a pull through with plenty of room side to side," notes John L., while other campgrounds may offer less space between sites.
Train noise at some locations: Sound travels differently across the coastal plain, particularly at night. "There was a train somewhere nearby which will wake up a light sleeper," warns Tracy D. about Richmond North KOA, suggesting light sleepers may want earplugs.
Seasonal water quality varies: During summer months, water quality monitoring becomes important. "At the time of my visit a couple of weeks ago there was a bit of algae in the water that could cause irritation to stomach and skin, so just be mindful of this," cautions RL from Westmoreland State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Playground placement: Consider site location relative to play areas. At Pohick Bay Campground, "We got a site on the inner loop and it backed to the playground and the bathhouse. The site was spacious," shares Ben G., making supervision easier for parents.
Scheduled family activities: Many campgrounds offer structured programming. "They informed us that they had a scavenger hunt for the kids going all weekend, they had an outdoor movie scheduled for Friday night, a campfire story time scheduled for Saturday night and crafts scheduled for Sunday morning," explains Ben G. about Pohick Bay.
Kid-friendly biking routes: Look for campgrounds with appropriate cycling terrain. "Kid friendly biking around the park. Also saw many with electric scooters and golf carts. Large playground and pool, all very clean and well kept," notes Cat R. about Richmond North KOA.
Tips from RVers
Site placement variations: Bethpage Camp-Resort offers specialized sites for larger rigs. "We enjoyed the site Mulberry 2A that was a full hookup and a patio...backed to the lake," says Robert P., highlighting the premium waterfront options.
Dual sewer connections: Some luxury RV sites feature enhanced hookup design. "Sewer is in 2 locations for each site," notes happy_champers about Bethpage Camp-Resort, providing flexibility for different RV configurations.
Road navigation challenges: Large RVs should note potential access issues. "Roads are tight," warns happy_champers about Bethpage, while Thomas S. mentions Fredericksburg KOA is "a bit off the beaten path for the traveler. This is nice but an extra 20min in and out from the main route."
