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We allways have a blast everybody is so nice and lots to do
Best Campgrounds near Denton, MD
Martinak State Park and Tuckahoe State Park anchor the camping landscape around Denton, Maryland, with several state-managed campgrounds offering a range of accommodations. Both parks provide tent and RV sites with electric hookups, while also featuring cabins and some glamping options for those seeking more creature comforts. These developed campgrounds lie within 15 minutes of Denton, creating convenient bases for exploring the Eastern Shore. Holiday Park Campground, located in nearby Greensboro, expands the local camping inventory with additional RV and tent sites, though without the cabin options found at the state parks.
Camping in the Denton area typically operates from March through November, with most campgrounds closing for winter. The relatively flat terrain makes navigation straightforward, with paved roads leading to most established sites. "This is a small state park with two loops, one with and one without electric hookups. Sites have fire rings and picnic tables. There is a dump station available. Sites are level, in a loop around the bath house," noted one visitor about Martinak State Park. While the campgrounds themselves don't require high-clearance vehicles, water access points for fishing and boating may have seasonal limitations. Cell service varies by provider, with reviews mentioning spotty T-Mobile coverage at Martinak, though adequate for most needs.
Water access stands out as a defining feature of camping near Denton, with both Martinak and Tuckahoe offering river and creek frontage. Campers report high satisfaction with sites that provide boat launches, fishing opportunities, and water views. The Choptank River at Martinak and the pond at Tuckahoe create scenic backdrops for outdoor recreation. According to reviews, many visitors appreciate the clean, updated bathhouses found at these state parks, with hot showers and well-maintained facilities. Wildlife viewing opportunities enhance the camping experience, with several campgrounds featuring nature centers and ranger-led programs. Though the campgrounds remain relatively small compared to larger destinations, this creates a more intimate atmosphere that many visitors specifically seek out when camping in the region.
Best Camping Sites Near Denton, Maryland (83)
1. Tuckahoe State Park Campground
31 ReviewsRidgely, MD9 milesWebsite+1 (410) 820-1668$21 - $70 / night
"Park is that the Electric loop has larger back in sites on both sides ot the drive loop. The bath house is located in the center of the loop. A separate adjoining loop has a small playground."
"Those can be found at the campground entrance. Each loop has a wood shed and clean, well-appointed bathhouse. There are water pumps along the road for refills."
2. Martinak State Park Campground
24 ReviewsDenton, MD1 mileWebsite+1 (888) 432-2267$18 - $77 / night
"Sites are level, in a loop around the bath house. There are also a few cabins available to rent. There's a small $1 surcharge for out of state campers."
"Walking trails are level, flat, and some are paved. We stayed in the electric loop. Plenty of great playground sets and a beautiful amphitheater right in the park."
3. Killens Pond State Park Campground
22 ReviewsFelton, DE17 milesWebsite+1 (302) 284-4526$22 - $89 / night
"The trail around the lake was awesome with some slight inclines but mostly flat. There were short spurs to scenic spots of the pond. Total walked was 4 miles."
"I’d prefer to be further away from each other campsite, which was only like ten or fifteen feet. But otherwise, the primitive campsites were very wooded and nice!"
5. Trap Pond State Park Campground
47 ReviewsLaurel, DE33 milesWebsite+1 (302) 875-5153$22 - $56 / night
"The distance between sites across the loop isn’t huge or blocked by any foliage but didn’t seem to be an issue for our friends who stayed in D24."
"It was also right near the showers, which were clean & warm, just what was needed. Tent sites are more secluded and are walk-in; our buddies tent camped the same weekend."
6. G & R Campground
5 ReviewsHarrington, DE16 milesWebsite+1 (302) 398-8108"There is a smell due to being next to a chicken or animal farm; however, after a few minutes outside, the smell goes away."
7. Adventures Await Retreat
5 ReviewsHarrington, DE17 milesWebsite+1 (302) 540-1515$40 - $50 / night
"Was close to casino only like 7 min drive and shopping everywhere was a weekend full of busy even while it rained."
"We found this place by accident as us and several friends planned on attending the 45th Annual June Jam in Houston and wanted somewhere close to stay. "
8. Cape Henlopen State Park Campground
68 ReviewsLewes, DE40 milesWebsite+1 (302) 645-2103$30 - $99 / night
"My group was there, on two adjacent sites, from Sunday to Tuesday, in early June. The weather could not have been more ideal! We were on sites G12 and G13, which were both really large."
"There is also a section of walk-in tent sites, each with 1 parking spot semi close by. (Bring a wagon if you stay at one of these)."
9. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches
12 ReviewsMilford, DE25 milesWebsite+1 (302) 491-6614"Off the beaten path from beach noise but does require a 15-30 minute drive to popular beaches. Pros: large area for back in campers."
"Close proximity to the beach. Lots of family friendly activities. Full stocked camp store."
10. Elk Neck State Park Campground
60 ReviewsPerryville, MD43 milesWebsite+1 (410) 287-5333$21 - $55 / night
"I didn't notice it when I was in my tent, but I did as I was walking around.
The campground is well-wooded, offering reasonable privacy given the space constraints. ""Surrounding area
There are lots of tails for hiking in walking distance and also a playground for kids."
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Recent Reviews near Denton, MD
586 Reviews of 83 Denton Campgrounds
- jjohn L.
TravelerSun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay
Nice resort
We had a nice visit. Sun is in the process of fixing the place up. The swim up bar was being restored. My only negative was the site two places up played there stereo live music loud. BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM. They did get called out for it by management.
Aaron S.
GuideTrap Pond State Park Campground
Best campground in Delaware
From well spaced sites to helpful staff, Trap Pond is Delaware state parks crown jewel. The pond itself is beautiful, camp sites are well maintained and spaced apart nicely.
Stacy R.TravelerTrap Pond State Park Campground
Go for the paddle trail!
Trap Pond SP is a lovely park that has everything you need. Electric/water hookups, docks on the pond at each loop, clean bathhouses, and the "day" side of the park on the other side of the pond! A few miles of walking trails, and an incredible, prehistoric feeling paddle trail through gorgeous bald cypress trees. Reasonable camp store. Sites are a wee bit close, but comfortable and level.
- John D.Guide
Beachcomber Camping Resort
Beachcomber RV Resort
Website says RV Resort and cabins. Turns out 75%+/- of camping area is made up of Tiny Homes, owned by people, and some for rent, plus cabins.
In fairness, this isn't our type of camping. Many RV's were season with no one there. Thursday was dead, but Friday campers came in for Mother's Day weekend. We went to the bathhouse only to find out it was closed (seasonal). So a nice easy walk to do laundry turned into a lengthy walk or drive. Made no sense. Then on Friday, I was outside reading a book and an employee rolled into our site on a riding mower kicking up dirt all over me and into the trailer, with rocks kicked up into the picnic table. Lucky, no broken windows. Lippert no longer makes the window, so they would have been buying five (5) ones
This is a great place for families with young children. Just not our cup of tea
CarmenScoutAdventures Await Retreat
Nice, Quiet Campground but Ongoing Electrical Issues and No Resolution
We stayed at this campground for approximately one month and paid full price with the expectation of reliable utilities and access to advertised amenities. The property itself is nice and quiet, which we appreciated, but unfortunately that did not outweigh the issues we experienced.
During our stay, we had ongoing electrical problems at our site. Our air conditioner would not function properly, and we were unable to use it for essentially the entire month, including during several hot days. Our hot water heater also could not reliably run on electric, which forced us to operate it on propane and refill our tanks twice at our own expense.
In addition to the electrical issues, the water quality was also a concern. The water from the faucet would often come out brown and murky for a period of time when first turned on, and at times even after it had been running.
Our site also did not include basic amenities such as a fire ring or picnic table, which are typically expected and commonly included with full-price sites.
At one point, the entire campground lost power. Despite that, we were told our pedestal had been tested and was functioning properly, which was not possible given the campground-wide outage at the time.
After leaving and connecting to power at a different campground, all of our systems—including AC and hot water—worked immediately without issue. This confirmed the problem was not with our RV, but with the power supply at this campground.
Additionally, one of the listed amenities (the pool) was unavailable when we attempted to use it.
We brought these concerns to the owner and requested a reasonable refund or adjustment based on the lack of usable electrical service and the additional expenses we incurred. That request was refused.
We are sharing this so others are aware. If you rely on consistent electrical service, clean water, and standard site amenities, this is something to seriously consider before booking.
- SSarah G.Guide
Lums Pond State Park Campground
Spacious, Well Maintained, and Top Notch
This campground has everything. Conveniently located, short drive to Dover, Wilmington, Annapolis and Baltimore. The sites were very large and spacious. Sites can accommodate any type of trailer or vehicle. Plenty of site hookups, areas for tents. There is a camp store, several washer and dryers. The best private, individual shower booths and even a pond to go fishing in.
John M.GuideMatoaka Beach Cottages
Fantastic location with winderful hosts
Private campground with cabins and tent sites. Tent sites are first come, first service so call ahead to ensure the space is available. The host family was very nice and easy to work with and talk to. Fire pits were at tent sites and past the office was beach access into Chesapeake Bay. There are trash bins and porta potty’s on sight that are all maintained and kept clean. Beautiful sights and plenty to do in the area with DC being roughly an 40-60 minutes away.
Jennifer S.ScoutBrumbleys Family Park
Horrible
Lived there full time up until a branch fell on our camper and totaled it. We took her rent and told her our plans and she sat there and said keep me updated. We were going to get another camper so I called to let her know and asked if it was ok and she was very quiet then said I'd rather you not. So you knew what we intended on doing a month before we decided to go with another camper but you instead of telling us face to face you were a coward and delayed us finding another camper so now we are scrambling to find a place. She doesn't know how to run the campground, she never even sent us a formal notification to vacate our lot just word of mouth. washers are old and don't work correctly. I would not recommend it at all. Always nitpicking my son for being outside and being a boy. Very flat and bizarre affect. Hard to deal with. No tent sites no activities for the kids. Bugs are super bad no kind of pest control done.
Guide to Denton
Campsites near Denton, Maryland cluster along the flat Eastern Shore with sandy soil and a climate of hot, humid summers and mild winters. Camping season runs primarily March through November, though select locations like Trap Pond State Park remain open year-round. Most campgrounds feature wooded sites with moderate spacing between neighbors.
What to do
Kayaking on bald cypress waterways: At Trap Pond State Park, paddling among unique northernmost stands of bald cypress trees creates a distinctive experience. "We walked around the pond and rented boats and kayaks for the day and rowed back to our site which the kids loved. They got to spend the day learning to paddle on the pond," noted one visitor who enjoyed the water access.
Hiking moderate woodland trails: Several campgrounds offer connected trail systems with minimal elevation changes. Tuckahoe State Park provides 20 miles of hiking trails also open for biking and horseback riding. "There are a few trails here. Nearby is the Chesapeake bay with all its amenities, an Arbouretum that is a bit over priced. And access to the Tuckahoe River for fishing and kayaking," explains one camper.
Free bike rentals: Some parks offer complimentary bicycle usage for exploring. "Bike rentals are free (donations accepted), there are several hiking/biking/horse trails, disc golf, and canoe/kayak/peddle boat rentals," reports a Trap Pond visitor. This makes exploring the Eastern Shore's flat terrain accessible without bringing personal equipment.
Bass fishing in stocked ponds: Multiple water bodies near Denton offer productive fishing. "Good catch and release ponds caught 4 bass in like 20 min big guys," reports a visitor to Adventures Await Retreat, highlighting the accessibility of fishing opportunities within campground boundaries.
What campers like
Private sites with water views: Campers consistently praise waterfront sites. At Martinak State Park, "Campsites and bathrooms are clean. Beautiful waterfront great for kayaking and water sports. No real hiking trails. Overall small quiet campground," notes one reviewer, appreciating the combination of cleanliness and scenic water access.
Updated bathroom facilities: Many campgrounds feature recently renovated bathhouses. "Bathrooms were like brand new. Water and electric on our loop," reports one Martinak visitor, while another notes the "commercial-sized washing sink for your dishes, since you don't have full hookups its a BIG deal" at Tuckahoe State Park.
Animal interactions: Some campgrounds incorporate farm animals as unique attractions. "Lots of animals with personality fresh eggs for purchase and good catch and release ponds," observed a visitor at Adventures Await Retreat. These interactions particularly appeal to families with children.
Quiet atmosphere: Despite proximity to popular Eastern Shore destinations, many campgrounds maintain peaceful environments. "Very quiet, with reviews mentioning 'spotty T-Mobile coverage' at Tuckahoe State Park, where one camper noted it's "Truly off the map camping. Heavily wooden. Electric loop with central bathhouse."
What you should know
Limited connectivity: Cell service varies significantly across the region. "Cell service (T-Mobile) was spotty at times, bathhouses were fine, and the ranger was on patrol regularly. We felt very safe!" reports a Martinak visitor. Plan accordingly if remote work requirements exist.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Denton, MD?
What camping is available near Denton, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, Denton, MD offers a wide range of camping options, with 83 campgrounds and RV parks near Denton, MD and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Denton, MD?
Which is the most popular campground near Denton, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Denton, MD is Tuckahoe State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 31 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Denton, MD?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Denton, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Denton, MD.
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