Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Cumberland, MD

Rocky Gap State Park Campground features several pet-friendly loops including Ash, Dogwood, and Elm where campers can bring their dogs. Sites in these loops offer fire rings, picnic tables, and access to clean bathhouses with warm showers. The park includes a designated pet swimming area at the lake where dogs can cool off. Most sites provide enough space for large family tents, though some reviews note that the pet-friendly loops generally have less privacy than the non-pet loops. Green Ridge State Forest also permits pets at its primitive dispersed camping sites, which cost $10 per night and provide more seclusion for campers with dogs.

Trails throughout Rocky Gap connect to the campground loops and provide hiking opportunities with pets on leash. The 5-mile Lake Habeeb Trail circles the entire lake and is accessible to dogs, while the Evitts Mountain Trail offers rock scrambling opportunities. Campers should be aware that Western Maryland is bear country, requiring proper food storage when camping with pets. Cumberland is centrally located for day trips, with multiple pet-friendly campgrounds in the surrounding area including Hidden Springs Campground in Pennsylvania and Middle Ridge Campground in West Virginia, both of which provide full hookups for RVs and accept pets. Seasonal variations affect availability, with most campgrounds open year-round but some loops closing after October.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Cumberland, Maryland (119)

    1. Rocky Gap State Park Campground

    52 Reviews
    Flintstone, MD
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 722-1480

    $23 - $29 / night

    "It’s right off I-70 (but you wouldn’t know it), it’s located in a big beautiful valley with a lake, and lots to do."

    "Great location in Western Maryland. 10 min ride to Cumberland (larger town) 5 min ride to small town of Flintstone. Lots of well marked trails that range from beginner to advanced."

    2. CUMBERLAND MD. CAMPGROUNDS. 1 & 2

    19 Reviews
    Cumberland, MD
    2 miles
    +1 (301) 777-3472

    $35 / night

    "Jesse is the owners dog and she will come out for scratching and pets. You get the feeling that you are welcome there. Amazing views and very enjoyable."

    "Me and a small group of friends stayed here for a weekend and we had a blast it was so peaceful we where right next to the river and had some great trails too hike on."

    3. Green Ridge State Forest

    29 Reviews
    Little Orleans, MD
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 478-3124

    $10 / night

    "All are roadside, but plenty are tucked away so you feel alone in the woods. You can occupy a site as long as you register at the parks main office. $10/night."

    "We arrived on a Friday around 6 and found every campsite full. We ended up at an overflow site. Get there early if at all possible!"

    4. Hidden Springs Campground

    7 Reviews
    Flintstone, MD
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 767-9676

    $58 - $70 / night

    "We had a very positive experience at Hidden Springs. We stayed 4 nights, the first two were very quiet at the campground."

    5. Savage River State Forest

    18 Reviews
    Grantsville, MD
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 895-5759

    "I stayed at a primitive campsite with my dog and we found a site right on a beautiful stream."

    "We spotted a raccoon, a bunny, a chipmunk, and (along the nearby roads) lots of deer-- don't drive too fast! "

    6. Middle Ridge Campground

    20 Reviews
    Romney, WV
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 822-8020

    "We have three children who absolutely loved petting and feeding Mules and Donkeys! The pool is a nice amenity unfortunately the weather wasn't swimming weather when we were there."

    "It’s peaceful and has lots of hiking trails! They are a dog friendly campground and the owners are so kind. Thank you for providing a safe, quiet space to camp. ❤️🥰"

    8. New Germany State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Grantsville, MD
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 432-2267

    $18 - $117 / night

    "New Germany State Park is situated in Garrett County Maryland. The park has a small lake, a few trails, and two camping loops."

    "There are two loops- one pet friendly, one not. The larger ( not pet friendly) loop is nearer the lake."

    9. Rvino - Ridge Rider Campground, LLC

    13 Reviews
    Little Orleans, MD
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 478-2325

    $27 - $4200 / night

    "Lots to do, friendly staff and easy access to c.o. canal"

    "The sites are close together but there is still privacy as most sites are surrounded by trees. Bathhouses are in fair shape. Staff was super friendly. Would definitely go here again."

    10. Camp Cacapon

    17 Reviews
    Great Cacapon, WV
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (240) 343-1443

    $45 - $115 / night

    "Beautiful place, tucked in the woods, right next to the river. The RV campsite is spacious, private, shaded, and with full hook-ups."

    "Beautiful location right on the river. Meticulously maintained campground. Plenty of space for relaxing experience. Only two RV sites yet full hook up which is a rare find."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Cumberland, MD

818 Reviews of 119 Cumberland Campgrounds


  • Sean M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 12, 2023

    Rocky Gap State Park Campground

    Great Campground, Great Location

    We really like this state park campground. It’s right off I-70 (but you wouldn’t know it), it’s located in a big beautiful valley with a lake, and lots to do. The campground is nicer than average, with very large sites that feel very secluded. Some sites have 30amp electric. It was winter when we visited, but the campground has its own swimming beach, which is great because the main beach gets very crowded. It’s just minutes from Cumberland and there is plenty to do. Staff was great!

  • J
    Sep. 23, 2018

    Rocky Gap State Park Campground

    Great family campground. Lots to do for hikers, bikers, and family.

    Great location in Western Maryland. 10 min ride to Cumberland (larger town) 5 min ride to small town of Flintstone. Lots of well marked trails that range from beginner to advanced. Lake holds opportunity for numerous activities from swimming, fishing, kayaking, paddle board, and canoeing. No motorized boats which can be a good thing sometimes. The lake even has areas for pets to swim! Campground has tent sites, cabins, camper sites and group sites. All loops have bath houses with showers. Several loops have sites with electric hook ups and pets friendly loops as well. Casino and golf course located on the opposite side of the lake if you wish to visit them while camping.

  • s
    May. 19, 2023

    Friendship Village Campground & RV Park

    Very fun place for all ages

    One of the best campgrounds I have stayed at so far the pond is nice and has a 1/2 mile walking path around it with trees and beaches to stop and sit dog park is big and has a place for small or large dogs there is 3 play grounds all different and all well kept

  • Bill  G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 9, 2021

    New Germany State Park Campground

    A crowded car camping experience

    New Germany State Park is situated in Garrett County Maryland. The park has a small lake, a few trails, and two camping loops. The Hemlock loop- the only loop that allows pets, is smaller and is mostly made for tent camping, though one site has electricity, but only big enough for a teardrop camper. There is a bathroom with a hot shower. The problems with the Hemlock loop is the proximity to the other campers. Our neighbors were loud, their kids were louder and their dog was ear- splitting loud. The tent pads are varied in size with sites 52, 53 and 57 being just big enough for a large tent and not much else. Every site has a large picnic table ( that is impressively hard to move) and a fire ring. Some sites are not very level, not not as much that your rolling out of bed in your sleep. There is water, but just at the bathroom area. This makes sense since the loop itself is very small. Deer are dense in these parts, and bears frequent the area. Summer temps usually do not get as nice 85max most of the summer. There is also cross country skiing in the winter. Despite the smaller sites, the Hemlock loop is frequently full, as is the non pet loop, which can accommodate larger tents and RV’s., but no pets.

  • Arlyn S.
    Oct. 11, 2023

    Hickory Hollow Campground

    A new favorite quick getaway for me and the wife

    This campground checks all our boxes. Beautiful scenery, quiet location, spacious campsites, full RV hookups, well-placed fire rings, dog park, nice large bathhouses, polite staff, and Wi-Fi that works. 

    This is located about an hour away from my home, so we plan on making this our go-to for quick camping getaways throughout the year. 

    Highly recommended. Definitely worth checking out.

  • Whistle P.
    May. 30, 2023

    Pioneer Lakes RV Park

    This place was not for us

    Preface: if your main objective is activities for children, you have come to the right place. This place is loud and full of kids.

    We booked a site but chose not to pay to select which one. All the pictures looked great! We ended up on a grassy hill in the back. The spot was so unlevel there were 19 inches between my bottom step and the ground. This site was the same price as level ones closer to activities.

    Also bathrooms were outdated. They had older residential toilets that plugged constantly. The day we left 2 of the 3 in our nearest bathroom were out of order.

    Aside from all the above, the Dog Park is awesome. It’s the size of a real, normal dog park. The ice cream on site is also a nice perk.

  • Sammii D.
    Jun. 29, 2019

    Hickory Hollow Campground

    Wow!

    This may be the first campground I give a 10 out of 10! All the amenities your could want, it's clean, sites are leveled, it's maintained beautifully, there are cows in the distance, fully stocked store, friendly staff. Laundry, bathrooms, fairly spacious sites, a pool, dog park. Very, very nice.

  • Jennifer S.
    Sep. 18, 2017

    Rocky Gap State Park Campground

    We LOVE this park! Perfect family get away.

    Rocky gap is one of my favorite parks to camp in Maryland! It is right along a great lake, where you can swim, fish, kayak or just lay about. The camp store is well stocked and the staff is friendly. We always stay on Dogwood loop, and the camp hosts are there if you need them, but otherwise leave you be to enjoy your stay.

    My only complaint is the sounds from the highway. You can hear the trucks go by, and that does take away from the experience a bit.

    We just got our tent this year, so we have always stayed in one of the cabins, when camping here. The rest of the sites are rather separated though, and a great camping experience. I'm attaching several photos from our years of camping at Rocky Gap,, in cabin 104 Dogwood.

    We usually stay on Dogwood Loop, which has a nice, direct path from one of the sites down to the beach area. I would say that it is about a 1/4-1/3 mile walk from the loop to the beach/playground area. That said, when going to the beach to swim, we took our car. However, for a trip to the playground or just for a nice walk, the path is great.

    The beach area here is, by far, my favorite in the area. I've been to Greenbrier and Herrington Manor, and the beach area at RGSP is, in my opinion, superior. There is a roped off area for swimming, an area for dogs and an area for fishing. You can rent kayaks, paddle boards & canoes for about $5-10 an hour (depending on the type) and going out on the lake is a great way to spend the day! The water is incredibly clean and the best part, is that the 'day use' area for the general public is seperate. So, when you go to the beach at Rocky Gap, it is just other campers. This keeps the beach clean, quiet and not crowded.

    There is also a roughly 5 mile loop trail the goes around the lake, and starts and finishes near the camp store. I have not done this hike, but often see runners and hikers coming in and out and have heard it is fantastic. There is also a small trail that comes off of the dogwood loop, across from the camp host's site. My small dog and I have done about 1/2 mile of it- it is rocky, but beautiful.

    My son was 6 when we came here last and he was able to ride his bike around the dogwood loop just fine. It is a little hilly, but not too much and I've also enjoyed running the loops in years past.

    I've been to 6 Maryland campgrounds this year, and I have to say that Rocky Gap has, by far, the best bathhouse. The women's room has 2-3 very updated shower stalls, roughly 5 bathroom stalls and is always clean. Outside of the bathhouse, is a dish washing station with hot water and a garbage disposal.

    You can purchase bundles of firewood for $5 at the campstore and ice is around $3. They also don't have trash dumps on the loops, and you take your trash to the main trash area near the camp store.

  • C
    Aug. 24, 2020

    Rocky Gap State Park Campground

    Lovely camping and hiking, disappointing swimming IMO

    We chose this campground for its proximity to home with the chance to swim in the lake.

    The camping did not disappoint. We always try to book “outside” loop sites so we don’t have “back neighbors” but none near the lake were available, so we took our chances on an “inside” site in E loop. It was great, smallish, but plenty of vegetation to make it feel private. (Some poison ivy around the edges, though.) The pull-in sites in general seem a bit small (space for our two 4-person tents and that’s it), but are well shaded and separated from neighbors by small patches of woods or bushes. The pull-through sites in our loop were more exposed to the road, but had a bit more space.

    There was some noise from the interstate. There were surprisingly few mosquitoes. The bathhouse was clean, but showers were not very warm.

    The swimming was unfortunately disappointing. The roped-off swimming area was 3 feet deep at the most. Warm water in August, nice for kids to splash around, but not really good for actual swimming. Bonus for dog people: pets allowed on the beach and in the lake.

    During COVID-19, the bathrooms/bathhouses at the beach area are closed; porta-johns only.

    We rented paddle boards and a canoe one afternoon and paddled around to one of the lake inlets, which was actually deep and had a good swim. But this is technically not allowed.

    If you feel okay about rule-breaking and have water-safe family members (and no pets), I would absolutely choose a site in I loop close to the lake. The sites in E loop closest to the lake are actually up a fairly steep hill from the lake path.

    Hiking trails were nice. My kids especially liked the rock scramble-ish up and down the stream gorge on Evitt’s Mountain trail.


Guide to Cumberland

Cumberland sits at 635 feet elevation in western Maryland's Allegheny Mountains, where the North Branch Potomac River and Wills Creek meet. The region features rugged terrain with deep valleys and forested ridges, creating natural boundaries between camping areas. Summer temperatures typically range from 60-85°F, while spring and fall bring cooler conditions suitable for tent camping.

What to do

Hiking trails: Green Ridge State Forest offers miles of trails through varied terrain. "Green Ridge does not accept reservations, so take a look at the map ahead of time and be sure to check in at the office before heading to a site to be sure it's available," shares Brittany N. about the Green Ridge State Forest experience.

Water activities: Lake swimming and boating are popular at Rocky Gap State Park, located 8 miles from Cumberland. "The beach area here is, by far, my favorite in the area. I've been to Greenbrier and Herrington Manor, and the beach area at RGSP is, in my opinion, superior. There is a roped off area for swimming, an area for dogs and an area for fishing," writes Jennifer S. about Rocky Gap State Park Campground.

Historical exploration: Visit the C&O Canal Towpath near Spring Gap Campground for biking or walking along the historic canal. "Short distance via the canal to historic lock houses and sites. Great for a quick stop or overnight stay when traveling the canal," notes Jordan B. about the access points.

What campers like

Privacy between sites: Many campers appreciate secluded camping options. "Green Ridge is where one comes to camp for the isolation. Very few sites are within walking distance of each other," explains Bill G. about camping at Green Ridge State Forest.

River access: The Potomac River provides fishing and paddling opportunities. "The RV spot overlooks the camping area and has full hookups. Campground is located on 8 acres with excellent upkeep and grounds maintenance. It has nice water access to a creek that is wide and inviting," shares Paul O. about his stay at Camp Cacapon.

Mountain views: The elevated terrain offers scenic vistas. "We booked online and the owners contacted with confirmation. The location is beautiful and has dry camping and hookups. The view of the town below is beautiful and open skies at nights," says Krystal T. about Hillcrest River Kampground.

What you should know

Limited cell service: Many campgrounds have spotty connectivity. "Note that there is very little to no cell phone reception in the park, so combined with the lack of hookups, this is definitely an unplugged, 'connect with nature' type of camping experience," mentions Jen V. about New Germany State Park Campground.

Primitive facilities: Some sites lack modern amenities. "If you like tent camping with no amenities, this is the place. Most of the sites are far away from every other site. There is a picnic bench and a fire ring at each site. That is it. There is no power, water, and the only public toilet is at the ranger station," explains Mercedes U. about Green Ridge State Forest.

Weather variability: The mountain climate can change quickly. "The weather was crazy the one night I stayed! Thunderstorms turned to ice turned to snow which made the area even more beautiful!" recalls Michele F. about conditions at New Germany State Park.

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