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Washington DC / Capitol KOA and Cherry Hill Park provide upscale glamping accommodations near Crownsville, Maryland. Both locations feature comfortable yurts and premium glamping tents with modern amenities including electricity, comfortable beds, and climate control systems. The sites are strategically positioned between major cities, allowing convenient access to Baltimore, Annapolis, and Washington DC. "Phenomenal, clean sites in a beautiful wooded area. It is all it's cracked up to be!" noted one visitor about the Capitol KOA. Cherry Hill Park particularly stands out with its luxury glamping options that include well-appointed safari-style accommodations with private decks and upgraded furnishings, creating an ideal blend of outdoor immersion with hotel-like comfort.
The glamping resorts offer exceptional recreational amenities beyond standard campgrounds. Capitol KOA features multiple swimming pools with extended seasonal availability, a jumping pillow, outdoor chess, and dedicated play areas specifically designed for families seeking luxury camping experiences. Hiking trails wind through wooded areas, providing natural exploration opportunities without sacrificing comfort. Cherry Hill Park boasts two swimming pools with lifeguards, hot tubs, mini-golf, and comprehensive visitor services including transportation assistance to Washington DC attractions. A recent visitor highlighted, "This is a campers dream site. Everything you can think of is offered here." Most glamping accommodations remain available from March through November, with some premium canvas tent options featuring heating systems for comfortable spring and fall experiences.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Crownsville (20)
1. Washington DC / Capitol KOA
"Laundry room and Propane fill on site so that was nice. RV Site was fairly level and easy to get into. Some sites are a bit close together and not long enough to keep your tow vehicle hooked up."
"Staff was friendly and helpful with any information we needed. Nice play ground for the kids. They also really enjoyed the jumping pillow."
2. Cherry Hill Park
"We stayed in a level pull-thru site(#1715) with picnic table on a paver patio, iron table and chairs, clean gravel surface, grill, and fire pit."
"Every campsite has a patio, grill, and fire pit. Great pool, clubhouse, entertainment for the kids, great laundry facilities, and huge off leash dog area for the dogs."
Check AvailabilityAvailable this weekend
from $999 / night
3. Camp Meade RV Park
"Friendly hostess and we had a nice shady spot, what was great with a heat of 94F."
4. Tuckahoe State Park Campground
"Parking pads on the electric loop are asphalt.
- There's very finely crushed rock on the non-electric loop. This includes the parking pad and tent pad."
"Small by some State Park standards, Tuckahoe offers two loops: a tent/cabin site, and an electric site for RVs. The sites are well maintained."
Check Availabilityfrom $21 - $70 / night
5. Pohick Bay Campground
"We were at site 133, non electric non water. I feel like the spots at the end of each loop might have slightly more privacy, but our site was fine."
"We stayed on the big loop on site 48. Unfortunately there wasn’t anything on ReserveAmerica specifying the water situation, so when we arrived we found that we didn’t have water hook up."
66 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $150 / night
6. Ramblin' Pines
"Plenty of activities on site. And a live band on the weekends. Also close driving distance to many towns and cities."
"We stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $70 / night
7. Lacy Oasis Campground
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $90 - $190 / night
8. Louise F. Cosca Regional Park
"Only 5 sites have electric (2, 5, 18, 24, 25)but all 25 sites have water hookup. Weekends are some what noisy because of the games across the street in the park."
"Close to town but far enough to enjoy yourself. Bathrooms are clean and have decent showers."
Check Availabilityfrom $10 - $45 / night
9. Martinak State Park Campground
"We rented a mini cabin and it had a full bed, two bunk beds and AC which was such a nice amenity. The site had a fire ring, grill and picnic table. We were right next to the bathhouse walkway."
"This is a great little state park tucked away in the woods. Campsites are pretty spacious and have nice shade. The campground has two loops, each with a bathhouse located in the middle."
Check Availabilityfrom $18 - $77 / night
10. Little Bennett Campground
"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"
"We live in Montgomery County and this is a nice camping get away close to home."
Drive Time
- 20 min from Baltimore, MD
- 29 min from Washington, DC
- 1 hr 13 min from Lexington Park, MD
- 1 hr 15 min from Dover, DE
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Glamping Reviews near Crownsville, MD
276 Reviews of 20 Crownsville Campgrounds
Thomas B.
RangerLittle Bennett Campground
Great Potential?
We 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.
- Judy W.
GuideSmallwood State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED THROUGH JULY 2023
Great Escape! Air conditioned cabins!
What a gem! We found this place as an alternative to staying in DC during 4th of July festivities. Nice spacious sites, cabins were super clean and smelled great! Did I mention they were air conditioned during the hotest week of the summer!
Bathrooms and showers were spotless.
Many things to see and do there. Historic property, big lake (no swimming), boating, fishing, hiking. There is an Art Center with juried displays for sale.
BGuideSusquehanna State Park Campground
A little noisy - park stuff, not campers
A beautiful, well maintained park with lots to do, great bathroom facilities and extremely nice people. The electric sites aren't all together, so you don't have RV's lined up but maybe annoying for folks who are tent camping. Avoid the locations in the mid-30's by the dumpster, both staff and campers start shaking the lid around 6:30. Between 5 AM and noon staff were driving big trucks and ATV's around with loud reverse horns, and slamming the fire pit grills, which they store sideways. Overall I had a really wonderful time, but that's largely down to good sound reduction inside the van. Almost zero cell service. I was able to get a couple of text messages in and out, but seemed to be a fluke.
- JJohn S.
TravelerRamblin' Pines
Weak WiFi
For $90 per night the WiFi should work better. Didn’t connect at all. Had to use the antenna pointed East to get local Baltimore news.
- hheather B.Scout
Cherry Hill Park
Like a resort
This camp ground is like a resort with 2 pools mini golf splash pad and many other amenities
- HHolly B.Guide
Cherry Hill Park
My All Time Favorite…so far
This park is top notch. The grounds are immaculate. The staff is friendly and helpful. They have a lovely gift shop. We were in the 400 sites and it was nice and shady. Though you are close to highways I don’t recall hearing and noise. I love that they have shuttles to DC., walking trails and a large dog park. This is my all time favorite park so far and I need to go back.
Jeremy G.TravelerJoint Base Andrews Military FamCamp
Could be a great campground but......
There are some good things about this Famcamp. It's like a diamond in the rough. If the military would spend some time and money on it, it could be a great campground. One of the greatest points about this campground is its location. You are so close to downtown D.C.! Every RV site (as far as I saw) was a level concrete pad. All sites, except for tent sites, have full electricity. Most sites have sewer and water. Sites 12-18 should be mainly used for the smaller travel trailers. I had an interesting time getting my 35' 5th wheel into the site. Even though I got my RV into the site, I don't have much room for my truck. My site has a picnic table, fire pit, and a grill. Everything is rusted beyond repair. My grill was filled with cigarette butts and my fire pit had trash in it. There is some shade. My site has two trees at the front of the pad on both sides of the RV. My bedroom stays nice and cold and I have a good view for my Starlink in the rear. The sites are close to each other, but there is some space. The good thing is that we are surrounded by the golf course. You don't get much noise from the base, because of the location, and because the FamCamp is surrounded by trees. You can hear the busy road outside the fence but I don't hear it much inside the RV. Every once in a while you'll hear an aircraft... but this is an air base, it's expected. We were told the community laundry was not working and to use the base laundry mat. Finally, one of the best parts about the campground, is the lady at outdoor rec that is in charge of the Famcamp. She is very nice and helpful. She will try to assist you with anything you need from directions to useful tips.
- AAimee K.Traveler
Washington DC / Capitol KOA
Good location
Nice campground, maintained very well and clean. Laundry room and Propane fill on site so that was nice. RV Site was fairly level and easy to get into. Some sites are a bit close together and not long enough to keep your tow vehicle hooked up. A bit inconvenient if you’re only there for 1 night.
Guide to Crownsville
Family-friendly camping options surround Crownsville, Maryland with sites available across several regional and state parks. Most campgrounds in the area operate from March through November, with limited winter availability at select locations. The region features a mix of wooded terrain and water access points along the Chesapeake watershed, with summer temperatures averaging 85-90°F during peak camping season.
What to Do
Outdoor recreation activities: At Washington DC / Capitol KOA, families appreciate multiple activity options. "They have a nice area for kids (pool, playground, jumping pillow, basketball courts, giant chess, etc). If you get an area to back into it'll be more secluded, but the pull through spots offer no privacy," notes Elise M., highlighting the varied setup options.
Water activities: Water-based recreation ranges from fishing to swimming throughout the area. "We hiked over a bridge and stream which was full of fish I could see! Turned around after I got to the Susquehanna itself. The river was running pretty high and fast, pretty cool to see," reports Anne L. about her experience at Susquehanna State Park Campground.
Disc golf courses: Several area campgrounds maintain disc golf facilities. Rachel L. mentions that Pohick Bay is "just a few miles outside DC" and recommends "taking in a game of disc golf on their 18 hole course."
What Campers Like
Bathroom facilities: Clean bathrooms rank high on camper priorities. At Tuckahoe State Park Campground, Jessica K. found "The bathhouse is very clean. If you stay on the tent side there is a kayak launch. The sites are laid out in a circle with the bathhouse in the center."
Private sites: Many campers value spacing between sites. One visitor to Susquehanna State Park noted their site "was very shaded, and probably the most secluded feel of anywhere we've camped." This privacy factor appears in many positive reviews of glamping sites near Crownsville.
Playground access: For families with children, playground proximity matters. Ben G. chose a site at Pohick Bay Campground that "backed to the playground and the bathhouse. The site was spacious... The bathhouse is standard but also has laundry and an outdoor dish washing station."
What You Should Know
Site selection considerations: Not all sites provide equal conditions. At Louise F. Cosca Regional Park, visitors should "Check out your site before booking, some sites are steep but spacious," advises ben S. The park offers "25 sites. Only 5 sites have electric (2, 5, 18, 24, 25) but all 25 sites have water hookup."
Wildlife awareness: Prepare for animal encounters at several campgrounds. Tye S. warns that "Raccoons run wild at night flipping trash can lids on your campsite hunting for food. Use repel spray to keep the raccoons off your site."
Noise levels: Camping areas vary in ambient noise. Some campgrounds near Crownsville can become louder on weekends, with Cosca Regional Park getting "somewhat noisy because of the games across the street in the park."
Tips for Camping with Families
Kid-friendly amenities: Ramblin' Pines receives high marks from families. Michelle L. reports, "The campground offers a lot for the money. There's a pond for fishing, a pool for swimming and a little general store for all your needs, the kids loved the bounce pillow."
Playground evaluation: Different age groups require different playground facilities. At Washington DC / Capitol KOA, one visitor found it "perfect for kids. We had a site near the pool, outdoor chess set, jumping pillow and gaga ball pit. Our kids (9, 10 and 14) all had fun and made friends."
Weather planning: Maryland's humid climate affects camping comfort. Buck P. noted how rain impacted their experience: "It also rained pretty hard one day, and since we couldn't put the mat in front of the door, there was water & mud right when you stepped out."
Tips from RVers
Site levelness: RV campers consistently mention site leveling challenges. At Pohick Bay Campground, Kristen M. found "sites are spacious and decently level (depends on the site I'm sure)," but recommends checking site details before booking.
Electric hookup reliability: Power availability varies between campgrounds and sites. One Washington DC / Capitol KOA visitor reported "Camp site wasn't level at all. I was actually kind of worried that it would slide into the woods" while another camper encountered issues with "a broken power circuit breaker" at another location.
Dump station access: Check for sanitary facilities before booking glamping or RV sites near Crownsville. Tuckahoe State Park earns praise for a "Good dump station and potable water fill. Spigots throughout the campground."
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