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Equestrian camping options near Edgewater, Maryland are limited, with no dedicated horse corrals found in the available campgrounds. Cedarville State Forest accommodates trail riders with spacious campsites though lacks specialized equine facilities. The forest maintains equestrian trails accessible from the family camping loop, where campsites provide standard amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and 30-amp electric hookups at inner loop sites. While horses can be heard from some campsites, the forest does not offer permanent corrals or stabling facilities. Cedarville's bathhouses remain clean and well-maintained, with multiple water spigots throughout the camping area for horse watering access.
The trail system at Cedarville State Forest provides moderate riding opportunities with relatively level terrain suitable for most experience levels. Horse owners must bring their own containment systems as no permanent tie-outs or corrals exist within the camping areas. Multiple hiking paths can accommodate riders, with the brown trail offering an easily accessible route from the campground. Trail conditions vary seasonally, with some riders reporting muddy sections after rainfall. For those traveling with both horses and RVs, sites can accommodate vehicles up to 30 feet, though larger rigs may find maneuvering challenging on the narrow loop roads. Tuckahoe State Park Campground, approximately 40 miles east, offers additional trail riding opportunities with more extensive multi-use paths suitable for day rides but also lacks permanent horse facilities.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Edgewater (8)
1. Camp Meade RV Park
2. Cedarville State Forest
"We picked up the camping registration outside the office at the entrance, no need to speak with anyone. Then we just drove down to our campsite in the family camping loop."
"There are some abandon camp loops around the open campground which makes for some cool walks with your dog. Very pretty area with lots of trails and overgrown roads to walk."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 / night
3. Tuckahoe State Park Campground
"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."
"We were looking to explore Maryland's Eastern Shore and picked Tuckaho because they had electric sites available. We were so pleased with our stay."
Check Availabilityfrom $21 - $70 / night
4. Pohick Bay Campground
"We have been camping here for nearly 20 years. Each military tour brought us back to this area so Pohick became our second home. Our kids kayak now older but used to walk the trails as little kids."
"We enjoyed sitting around the campfire at night and walking the dogs down to the water. We were right next to a hiking trail that went down to the water and a beach area."
76 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $150 / night
5. Martinak State Park Campground
"Though I live in Texas now, Maryland will always be home for me. Whenever I get the chance to head back, I almost make sure to check out some of the local fishing spots."
"Park is that the Electric loop (B) has all of the sites on the outside of the drive loop so you are not looking across the road at other campers."
Check Availabilityfrom $18 - $77 / night
7. Lichtman Camp 1 — Prince William Forest Park
8. Finksburg Forest
Check Availabilityfrom $22 - $100 / night
Drive Time
- 27 min from Baltimore, MD
- 32 min from Washington, DC
- 1 hr 5 min from Lexington Park, MD
- 1 hr 17 min from Dover, DE
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Edgewater, MD
115 Reviews of 8 Edgewater Campgrounds
Nancy W.
LegendMartinak State Park Campground
Quiet camping in the woods.
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. Our site (Butterfly Loop #3) was long enough for our motorhome and tow car. The roads are paved, as was our camping pad. The only utility at our site was 30-amp electric. There are water spigots located throughout each loop and we were close enough to fill our water tank. For the most part, the park is big-rig friendly but we did brush against some trees on our way around the loop. Campsites do vary in length so make sure you include your length when booking. We reserved online and were instructed to just go to our site which was nice and convenient. They sell firewood onsite and have a self-pay station which we loved. There is a nice boat launch and the kayak launch has a platform to assist you getting in and out and there are plenty of places to fish from the bank. There is a nature center (which was not open during our stay), playground, picnic pavilions, amphitheater, The bathrooms could use some more attention. The shower curtains were pink meaning they have not been properly cleaned in a while. Needless to say, we did not shower there. The dump station was closed while we were there but we were told we could use the dump station at Tuckahoe State Park (about 10 miles away). We really enjoyed the short hiking trails and paved trail which allowed us to log about 3 miles without having to leave the park. The campground is a really relaxing place to be. We did drive (about 40 minutes south) to the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park and Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, both of which we recommend. It is also worth a drive to St. Michaels to see the quaint seaside town and visit the maritime museum (plan on spending half a day at the museum). The only downside is that the park is not gated and open for day use so a lot of people just drive through the campground looking around.
- SShawn
RangerTuckahoe State Park Campground
Excellent for hikers
Lots of trails to hike. Beautiful, peaceful. Some sites not level.
Adam and Suzanne B.
GuideTuckahoe State Park Campground
meh
The campground is wooded and only has electric hookups available. The sites are well spaced. The bathhouse is dated and was clean enough to use. There isn't much to do in the park but it was an ok jumping off point to visit St. Michaels. Good dump station and potable water fill. Spigots throughout the campground.
Shanna S.
TravelerMartinak State Park Campground
We’ll be back!
Great short camping trip for a quick weekend away. We stayed on the butterfly loop.
Cell service (T-Mobile) was spotty at times, bathhouses were fine, and the ranger was on patrol regularly. We felt very safe!
Wonderful park! We’ll be back!
- ZZu Y.Guide
Martinak State Park Campground
Beautiful campground with cozy bathroom
I love this campground very much. I called the office book my reservation, the representative put me in Acorn loop.
When I arrived by the late evening, there are only two camper in a huge site. Then I drove to Butterfly loop, this site have much more peoples, some camper tell me, the Ranger will coming soon; finally the ranger help me move my site into the Butterfly loop. From my experience, better book campsite by yourself online, then you have an idea this site how many occupancy.
- RRick V.Traveler
Camp Meade RV Park
Great RV park to stay near Vicksburg
Did stay here after visting Vicksburg. Nice clean restrooms and showers. Friendly hostess and we had a nice shady spot, what was great with a heat of 94F.
- VVanessa S.Guide
Tuckahoe State Park Campground
A Gem of a State Park
We were looking to explore Maryland's Eastern Shore and picked Tuckaho because they had electric sites available. We were so pleased with our stay. The campground is well maintained and the sites are great. We have a small travel trailer and our site was pretty level and nicely private. We backed up to a hiking trail which was nice. There's lots to do here. There's a disc golf course and the camp store has discs available to use. We've never played before but had a blast learning, now we're hooked. We also enjoyed kayaking on the lake. If you enjoy birding this park is great, we saw so many cool birds. There's an arboretum and horse riding trails. We will definitely be going back!
Trees F.ScoutPohick Bay Campground
Excellent spot
We loved staying at Pohick. We were here to visit DC and it was an excellent spot to stay. It was extremely hot as it was July but the sites had a lot of shade. Site 46 where we stayed was close to the bathrooms and nice and flat. The bathrooms were cleaner than any other campground we have stayed in and they have laundry and a nice stainless sink and counter for washing dishes if needed. About a 40 minute drive into DC and definitely worth it. Also, campers get a discount at the water park which was a very reasonable 5 dollars per person. The weekend tends to be a bit louder but during the week was very quiet.
Guide to Edgewater
Equestrian camping near Edgewater, Maryland centers around several state forests and parks within a 40-mile radius. The coastal plain geography features relatively flat terrain with elevations typically below 300 feet, creating accessible riding conditions throughout most of the year. Spring and fall temperatures average 60-75°F, providing optimal conditions for horseback activities, though summer humidity can make midday riding challenging.
What to do
Trail riding at Tuckahoe State Park: This park offers multiple riding paths 39 miles from Edgewater. "We took our 1st trip to Tuckahoe over the 4th of July weekend. We really liked the park, but beware, the sites can be small! I watched people with 25+ footers struggle to back into the sites," notes Buck P. from Tuckahoe State Park Campground.
Fishing opportunities: Campgrounds near creeks and rivers allow for fishing breaks between rides. "Martinak and Tuckahoe are sister parks, about 20 minutes apart. Tuckahoe offers a number of additional activities, including disc golf, mountain biking, fishing, swimming, and boating (canoe/kayak rentals available)," reports Jean C. from Martinak State Park Campground.
Disc golf courses: Several parks maintain disc golf courses for alternative recreation. "I'd recommend taking in a game of disc golf on their 18 hole course," suggests Rachel L. about Pohick Bay Campground.
What campers like
Wooded sites for shade: Trees provide welcome relief during summer months. "Forested campground with fairly lengthy but level (and thus beginner friendly) hiking just a short distance away from Washington, DC. If you've forgotten anything you can pop on by the Target or Costco right outside the forest," writes moonbeans about Cedarville State Forest.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathhouses matter to horse riders after dusty trail days. "Bathrooms are like brand new. Water and electric on our loop," mentions Rhonda S. about her experience at Martinak State Park Campground.
Proximity to Washington DC: Many equestrian sites remain within an hour of urban amenities. "Nice camping spot close to DC with hiking nearby," notes Perry A. about Pohick Bay Campground.
What you should know
Tick prevention essential: Multiple parks report high tick populations, especially in warmer months. "LOTS and LOTS of ticks. I got one, but my wife and dog got about a dozen each. Just bring tweezers. Each site had picnic table, fire ring, and pretty level parking spot," warns Ben J. from Camp Winery.
Limited specialized equestrian facilities: Most campgrounds lack permanent horse corrals or stabling. Bring your own containment systems.
Water availability varies: Check water spigot locations before arrival. "We had site 18. Which is next to one of the water spigots. The idea is to use it to fill up tanks. Ranger let us know not to stay hooked up to it," explains Joe C. about Cedarville State Forest.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature playgrounds. "For kids, there's a simple swingset in the loop and a larger, newer playground. Firewood available," notes Jean C. about Martinak State Park Campground.
Junior Ranger activities: Educational opportunities available seasonally. "If you're looking to learn and explore with your kids, there is an extensive junior ranger program," adds Jean C.
Movie nights and activities: Some parks organize regular entertainment. "They informed us that they had a scavenger hunt for the kids going all weekend, they had an outdoor movie scheduled for Friday night, a campfire story time scheduled for Saturday night and crafts scheduled for Sunday morning," shares Ben G. from Lichtman Camp 1.
Tips from RVers
Site selection crucial: Many campgrounds have varied site sizes. "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," cautions Buck P. about Tuckahoe State Park Campground.
Electric hookup locations: Inner loop sites often provide better services. "The campground is wooded and only has electric hookups available. The sites are well spaced. The bathhouse is dated and was clean enough to use," reports Adam and Suzanne B. about Tuckahoe State Park Campground.
Dumping facilities: Quality varies between locations. "Good dump station and potable water fill. Spigots throughout the campground," adds Adam and Suzanne B.
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