Best Cabin Camping near Edgewater, MD
Several state parks and private campgrounds within driving distance of Edgewater, Maryland provide furnished cabin rentals with varying amenities. Washington DC/Capitol KOA in Millersville offers cabin camping options with electricity and air conditioning, while Patapsco Valley State Park's Hilton Area features mini cabins with electric heat. "The best part of this campground are the neat mini cabins. Small one room cabins that have electricity and heat. They are a nice touch for those that want to camp, but not completely 'rough it,'" notes one visitor to Patapsco Valley. Adventure Bound Washington DC in Lothian, approximately 15 minutes from Edgewater, provides cabin accommodations with outdoor fire rings and picnic tables. Most cabins include basic furniture like beds, tables, and chairs, with central bathhouses nearby for showers and restrooms.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Martinak State Park offers mini cabins that accommodate families with sleeping arrangements that include "a full bed, two bunk beds and AC," according to one camper. Tuckahoe State Park Campground features four basic cabins on each camping loop, with limited pet-friendly options. One reviewer notes, "Mini cabin D is pet friendly but one of the few." Cherry Hill Park in College Park provides more upscale cabin and cottage rentals with proximity to Washington DC. Reservations are typically required well in advance, especially during summer months and holiday weekends. Most state park cabins operate seasonally from April through October, while private campgrounds like KOA locations often remain open year-round.
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations, with some offering only outdoor fire rings with grill grates and others providing small refrigerators or microwaves. Firewood is available for purchase at most parks, typically around $5 per bundle. Central bathhouses with hot showers are standard at all cabin locations, though proximity to these facilities varies by site. Camp stores at locations like Cherry Hill Park and Washington DC/Capitol KOA stock basic food items, ice, and camping supplies. For more extensive grocery needs, the town of Denton serves Martinak and Tuckahoe visitors, while Edgewater has several supermarkets for those staying at Adventure Bound Washington DC.
