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Cherry Hill Park and the Washington DC / Capitol KOA provide upscale glamping accommodations within driving distance of Dunkirk, Maryland. Both locations feature comfortable yurts with proper beds, electricity, and climate control systems for year-round comfort. The Capitol KOA offers luxury canvas tents and yurt structures that blend outdoor ambiance with hotel-like amenities. "We had a great experience. The staff was very friendly, the grounds were clean and well maintained," noted one visitor about their stay at Capitol KOA. Cherry Hill Park houses premium glamping accommodations with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and furnished outdoor spaces. Both locations provide linens, towels, and essential furnishings for guests seeking nature experiences without sacrificing comfort. Lacy Oasis Campground offers boutique camping experiences in a more secluded setting with custom-designed luxury tents.
Activities at these glamping destinations emphasize both relaxation and adventure. Capitol KOA maintains family-friendly amenities including a swimming pool, outdoor chess set, jumping pillow, and basketball courts—perfect for guests traveling with children. "Phenomenal, clean sites in a beautiful wooded area. It is all it's cracked up to be!" shared one camper about their experience. Cherry Hill Park provides convenient access to Washington DC attractions while maintaining a peaceful natural setting. Matoaka Beach Cottages offers unique glamping accommodations with Chesapeake Bay views and private beach access. Seasonal availability varies by location, with most sites open from spring through fall, though Capitol KOA maintains year-round operations. Pohick Bay Campground and Westmoreland State Park also feature glamping options with water activities and nature programs during peak seasons.
"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."
from $999 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $90 - $190 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $37 - $170 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $10 - $45 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $18 - $30 / night
Check Availability"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."
"I just showed up and got a perfect camp spot with a view of the sunrise and access to the private beach."
"One room has two bunk beds, dresser, shelving, a lamp, and two night stands. Other room has a queen bed, shelving, a lamp, night stand, and dresser. Fireplace and screened in porch are lovely."
"Everything was closed when we arrived, so it was a welcome surprise to have firewood available for sale on an honor system."
from $27 - $134 / night
Check Availability"Great Park, friendly staff, clean facilities. We stayed with our Pop Up for two nights at an electric -supported site. Portable water and dumping station located at the camp store."
"Pros - Clean Bathrooms, Camp store open 8am - 8pm, Sites 62 - 92 (except #74 and 88) are all pretty good. Security was great, patrol throughout the night. "
from $43 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. The other campers were all respectful and observed pet policy and quiet hours. I have a reactive dog and he did well here! We’ll be back!"
"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."
from $27 - $65 / night
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ScoutThese campground is a great find. The sites are well spaced, and while on the smaller side they’re very private with woods between each one. Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. The other campers were all respectful and observed pet policy and quiet hours. I have a reactive dog and he did well here! We’ll be back!
LegendTwo thumbs up on this small campground with spacious, wooded sites!
We stayed here on a Thursday when the campground was almost empty, but there was a reservations list that showed the campground would be full for the Columbus Day weekend. We have good luck walking up to campgrounds during the week, but we look ahead to weekends and make reservations.
Spacious, Wooded Sites
- Lots of shade and trees on large sites and space between sites make this a pleasant 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.
There are 8 camper cabins, 4 on each loop. There are beds for 4 or 6 people, and the cabins have air conditioning, a ceiling fan and electricity. These are a nice alternative to camping in a tent.
Bathrooms are located in the middle of each loop, and there are spigots on the loops with potable water.
Small Park But Many Activities
Canoe/kayak launch between sites 46 and 48. The walk to Tuckahoe Creek from the parking area is very short, and the creek leads to Tuckahoe Lake (no gasoline motors) with more of the creek on the other side of the lake.
Fishing
20 miles of hiking trails are also open for biking and horseback riding.
Archery range
Disc golf
Hunting - as a hiker, I am extremely wary of hiking in parks at a time when hunting is allowed.
TravelerThere 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.
GuideWhat 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.
LegendWe had another great stay at Cherry Hill Park in College Park, MD.
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. The site was just big enough for our motor home and Jeep. Full hook-ups with 50-amp service all worked fine.
If you’re visiting Washington, this is the place to stay. They offer a daily charter bus plus the Metro bus stops at the campground entrance. And if you have a car, it’s about 35-minutes drive time(maybe a bit longer with traffic).
To be honest, it’s a great place to stay even if you’re not visiting D.C. They have two swimming pools, a cafe, playgrounds, well-stocked camp store, delivery of firewood, ice, and cafe orders, and a concierge to help with travel and tourist sites.
The entire park is clean and well-maintained.
THINGS I ESPECIALLY LIKED:
1. Proximity to Washington, D.C.
2. Excellent condition and clean
3. Great staff to help with making the most of your stay
GuideWe have found municipal campgrounds in Northern Virginia are a bit spendy for being government sponsored. Not as bad as South Carolina, but way more than Florida. Fine. Comes with the territory. But Bull Run manages to goose you even more. There are occupancy AND transaction fees that really add up if you're only there a few nights. But the real kicker is a 2-night minimum stay. Even mid-week. In APRIL for gosh sakes!
While we were here, there was a fairly heavy day of rain. Couple inches, I suppose, but nothing Biblical. The mouths of the metal culverts in our loop were bent downward from campers driving over them, which obstructed the flow. Result was lots of standing water at our campsite.
We're done with NOVA Parks campgrounds. Better cost options exist with Fairfax County Parks.
GuideSmall by some State Park standards, Tuckahoe offers two loops: a tent/cabin site, and an electric site for RVs. The sites are well maintained. The bathroom/ showers are the cleanest I’ve ever seen, especially since we stayed in the hottest time of the year. 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. No swimming. There is a Bird Aviary that housesthose that cannot be fully healed. We tend to use Tuckahoe as a way station while camping our way up and down the Bay. I wish it had more to offer. One note is if you’re here for the annual Easter egg hunt GET There Early and make reservations, the campsites fill quickly. There is opportunity to see a great night sky if the clouds stay away.
GuideGreat Park, friendly staff, clean facilities. We stayed with our Pop Up for two nights at an electric -supported site. Portable water and dumping station located at the camp store. We stayed at site 146 on the first caul-de-sac off the first loop just another site away from the bath house (which was pretty clean). We got rained on the first night so things got a little muddy but nothing out of hand. Tons of free activities for the kiddos facilitated by the camp staff over the weekends. Face-painting, ice cream sundaes, S'Mores, hay rides and a rock wall. Park has a lot of things to do as well just outside the campground. We took a try at disc golf which was a lot of fun. Pet friendly. We'll be back!
ScoutWas excited to try first night out in a Kodiak Canvas Truck Bed Tent. Unfortunately, learned NOVA Parks regards anything in a truck bed whether a camper or tent is not welcome. I didn't realize NOVA Parks considers this campground as a resort and vehicle camping - ither than a class A or B - implies homeless and they don't want that image. They do also allow a travel trailer and tents can only be used on the ground not in a truck bed as designed. Beautiful park ... I live nearby in Arlington but was frustrated not able to use a nearby Park and Campground I pay taxes to support. I used another Campground in Fairfax County that was welcoming.
Glamping and camping options near Dunkirk, Maryland typically operate from spring through autumn, with summer being the peak season. The region's Coastal Plain geography features elevations under 100 feet and humid subtropical climate patterns that bring warm, humid summers with temperatures averaging 85-90°F. Weekend camping reservations often fill 2-3 months in advance at popular sites, particularly for sites with water access or full hookups.
Water activities: 20 miles of navigable creek at Tuckahoe State Park Campground provides peaceful paddling opportunities. "Canoe/kayak launch between sites 46 and 48. The walk to Tuckahoe Creek from the parking area is very short, and the creek leads to Tuckahoe Lake (no gasoline motors) with more of the creek on the other side of the lake," explains a camper who appreciated the water access.
Playground access: Multiple age-appropriate options at Bull Run Regional Park offer family recreation. "The campground had a climbing wall on one afternoon. There are miles of trails and my gkids enjoyed the nature scavenger hunt. You even get a prize when you finish," notes one visitor who found activities beyond typical camping recreation.
Fossil hunting: Search for prehistoric shark teeth at Westmoreland State Park where one reviewer explained, "We came from Pa/De and wanted to look for sharks teeth. It was beautiful here so we decided to stay the night. We only have a small tent and some snacks. Lol but we are having an amazing time."
Private beach access: Exclusive shoreline at Matoaka Beach Cottages provides direct water contact. "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," reports a camper who enjoyed the secluded waterfront experience.
Clean, spacious sites: Well-maintained camping pads at most locations minimize common comfort issues. "Surprisingly nice campground in a city. Lots of things for kids to do and access to bike trails outside of the complex," shares a visitor to Cherry Hill Park, noting the unexpected amenities despite the urban proximity.
Transit options to attractions: No driving needed for sightseeing from several glamping bases. "Proximity to DC and surrounding areas can't be beat. Uber, Lyft, bus, shuttle. It takes about a half hour to get downtown to the monuments. Our uber rides ranged from 20-45$ for a family of 5," explains a Cherry Hill Park reviewer who appreciated the transportation flexibility.
Seasonal water features: Some water activities restricted by weather or maintenance schedules. "I didn't like that non potty trained kids are not allowed to swim in their pool. Luckily we only have a 9 month old currently that isn't potty trained so she didn't care if she was in the pool or not," explains a Washington DC / Capitol KOA visitor, highlighting a common pool restriction.
Site selection matters: Research specific spots before booking to avoid size constraints. "We booked site 21, blind. The web site does not say site 21 is extremely small. We have a 25' camper, and it barely fit, length and with were an issue. The firepit was about 3-4 feet from our door. No camp fires as it was not safe," cautions a Tuckahoe State Park camper about specific site limitations.
Weather resilience varies: Rain impacts differ between sites and campgrounds. "While we were here, there was a fairly heavy day of rain. Couple inches, I suppose, but nothing Biblical. The mouths of the metal culverts in our loop were bent downward from campers driving over them, which obstructed the flow. Result was lots of standing water at our campsite," notes a Bull Run visitor about drainage issues.
Recreation diversity: Multiple activity options keep different ages engaged. At Pohick Bay Campground, "We had a great time here over a long weekend in August. The check in is a breeze and the staff is super nice and helpful. They gave us a great intro to the park as we were first timers. They informed us that they had a scavenger hunt for the kids going all weekend."
Noise considerations: Campground atmosphere varies by location and timing. "This place is packed full of people who like to stay up late and make lots of noise. Park rules aren't very well enforced. Showers were clean and campsites seemed well maintained," warns a Pohick Bay visitor about potential evening disruptions.
Glamping options: Luxury tented accommodations provide camping experience without equipment. "Serenity, serenity, serenity! If you are a nature lover, a person who loves peace, serenity, and, tranquility, or just need some respite, Lacy Oasis Campground is the place to be. Whether you are an adult or a child, this place will have a positive effect on you," shares a group leader who brought 25 children to this boutique glamping site near Dunkirk.
Site leveling challenges: Uneven terrain at some locations requires preparation. "Gravel pad" is listed as one of the few cons in a Cherry Hill Park review, indicating that while sites are well-maintained, they may require leveling blocks or stabilizers for comfort.
Utility reliability concerns: Weather impacts can affect hookups. "We lost power during a rain storm" notes a Tuckahoe State Park visitor, highlighting the need for backup systems during inclement weather.
Dump station quality: Waste disposal facilities vary between parks. "Good dump station and potable water fill. Spigots throughout the campground," explains a Tuckahoe State Park camper who appreciated the well-designed sanitation facilities, an important consideration for extended RV stays.
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