6 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Washington DC / Capitol KOA provides designated pet exercise areas within its campground. Multiple pet-friendly accommodation options include cabins, tents, RV sites, and glamping facilities where dogs can stay with their owners. Cherry Hill Park and Adventure Bound Washington DC also welcome pets with spacious campsites and clean facilities. Standard pet policies require dogs to be leashed throughout the campgrounds, properly supervised, and waste promptly cleaned up. Most campgrounds in the area limit pets to 2-3 per site and require proof of current vaccinations. Pine Tree Associates Nudist Club maintains pet-friendly tent sites and cabins with electric hookups and outdoor showers for guests and their animals.
Several hiking trails near Greenbelt Park Campground accommodate leashed dogs alongside their owners. The campground's natural setting provides multiple walking paths appropriate for daily pet exercise. Sandy Point State Park restricts pets from beach areas during peak summer months but allows them on trails and in designated picnic areas year-round. Campers with pets should note that summer temperatures in the region can become uncomfortable for dogs, with limited shade at some tent sites. Washington DC / Capitol KOA's grounds remain clean and well-maintained despite heavy pet traffic, with convenient waste disposal stations throughout the property. Patapsco Valley State Park's Hilton Area features shaded campsites ideal for pets sensitive to heat during summer months. Most area campgrounds provide information about nearby veterinary clinics at their registration offices for pet emergencies.
"We did not take our dog this time with us but would seriously consider it next time."
"The location worked for my trip but not sure it’s that convenient to DC."
"The park is located away from the camping grounds. It has two play grounds, several picnic tables and a bathroom."
"If you are really looking for somewhere to feel far away from civilization and see some beautiful scenery, this probably isn't it."
Available next weekend
from $20 / night
"Though you are close to highways I don’t recall hearing and noise. I love that they have shuttles to DC., walking trails and a large dog park."
"Great location with access to all forms of transportation. Store fully stocked to include groceries. Two pools. Hot tub. Play areas to include a game room and miniature golf. "
Available next weekend
from $999 / night
"We had a fantastic time our 1st time at #AdventureBoundCampingResort in Lothian, Maryland."
"This place is a good place to stay, the laundry room & showers are handy, the pool is large, & it's a 40 minute drive to the capital & the Smithsonian Mall or a 25 minute drive to the closest"
"My wife and I were trying to find an RV location near the Annapolis city dock for a boat show and found Pine Tree Associates."
"Camping fees include access to a large outdoor pool, an indoor pool and a hot tub. There is room for tenting and campers."
from $30 - $55 / night
"If you want to be near Annapolis, right on the Severn River...this is it. About 15 RV spots nestled in the woods...with full hook ups. A couple of primitive spots as well."
from $20 - $40 / night
"Very spartan but great location. Not much to do in the campground and some long timers there. Dirt cheap"
"Camp site(Tent camping)
The camp site is what it is, just a camp site :) It's one of the bigger state parks surrounded by forest in MD.""Another negative was after the storm for the next few days we heard trees falling nearby."
from $20 - $51 / night
TravelerClose to washington as we could get. Could also park our skoolie bus which was nice and had plenty of close by shower with bathrooms. Keep in mind only one shower per restroom house. We stayed at a pretty slow season so it wasn’t bad. Would recommend if visiting DC! They also have a dump station and water fill up.
ScoutSimple and friendly check in process. Clean and well-maintained site.
GuideSpent two nights while we saw the Avett Brothers play at Wolf Trap. Nice flat site with power. Campground was quiet and clean. The only negative is communication and signage. It took us a couple wrong turns to find our site and when we came back, after the concert around 11, the entrance gate was closed and we had to sneak in through the exit gate. Asked the next day and they said that is what campers do to access the park after 11pm.
RangerWe stayed at Redemption Springs to get relatively close to Baltimore without bringing our 30ft travel trailer into the city. Seth and the other gentlemen I spoke with were all extremely accommodating. Enjoyed learning about their approach to restorative farming and purchasing a variety of treats at the farm store. Beef, pork, chicken, seasonings, baked goods, and more. We booked on Hipcamp and recommend following his driving instructions. Our rig fit fine by tuhe main barn and they kept an eye on us going in and out to make sure we didn't have issues making any of the turns. Lots of farm life!
RangerWe stayed at Little Bennett starting on Labor Day Monday and left before the weekend, so it is hard to say how this looks when the campground is full of life. They had quite a few activities for families and a pavilion capable of concerts and such, but there was minimal activity during our stay. My biggest complaint is that the gate code changed and we didn't get any notice--so after a long day and a dinner out near Baltimore (nearly an hour away), I had to call the police to get back to my camper. Otherwise, the campsite was relatively spacious and quiet. The bugs were a little rough. Lots of whitetail running around.
GuideIf you want to be near Annapolis, right on the Severn River...this is it. About 15 RV spots nestled in the woods...with full hook ups. A couple of primitive spots as well. Just a quick 5 min walk to the river...right across from the Academy. NEX, gas within 10 min walk, and 15 min drive to downtown Annapolis. Staff is always great here, and the park is clean....for a park on the woods.
TravelerBased on my stay 3 nights and what I read of Greenbelt Park (the other closeby to Washington campground) I would say this has to be much better and I will stay here again on a future visit. Campground sits inside of a much larger park with great trails, amenities and well maintained. Campground is quiet, lots of trees, forest and yet each space is very large with good spacing and privacy to adjacent sites. High tree canopy at your site so lots of room to spread out. Sites themselves are a little rustic - a mix of grass, gravel and dirt, but not muddy (it rained a good bit prior to my stay) - but in good condition. Shower/toilet block is clean and good hot water and good water pressure. Most sites are flat or near flat and the ones that aren't need minimal levelling blocks. Campground apparently is never full and there was only 1 other when I was there - really hard to believe. There is a neighborhood road up by the sites near the shower block but it is low speed and lightly travelled and I had no disturbance from it. Nice surrounding neighborhood. No signs of vagrants. Park police patrolled multiple times per day and report very little non-camper entry to ther facilities. I felt very safe.Easy access to Eashington - bus stop outside the campground to metro or just drive to the metro (free parking weekend, $6 midweek) and then train (about 8 per hour) into the sites - an hour or less total to get there. For more local people, this seems like a good escape "to the woods" without travelling forever.
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.
ScoutThe park is very well maintained, and the campsites have clean fire pits and cooking grills. The restrooms are clean, spacious, and well maintained, and my campsite was large enough to comfortably fit a 6-person tent and a canopy.
However, there were a few concerns during our stay. Despite the campground’s quiet hours policy starting at 10:00 PM, many campers continued to make noise well past that time. I did not notice any campground staff or maintenance personnel making rounds to enforce the quiet hours.
I also felt concerned about security. One of my neighboring campers, who was visiting from South Carolina, told me that his generator had been stolen during the night. He reported the theft to the police, and an official report was filed. Incidents like this made me feel unsafe while camping.
I recommend increasing staff or security patrols, especially during the evening and overnight hours, to enforce quiet hours and improve the safety and security of campers and their belongings. With better enforcement and security, Burke Lake Campground would provide an even better camping experience.
Camping options near Edgewater, Maryland cluster around the Chesapeake Bay watershed and Patuxent River area. Most campgrounds sit at elevations below 200 feet with summer high temperatures averaging 87°F from June through August. Winter camping remains viable with January lows typically around 30°F, though many campgrounds reduce services during off-season months.
Hiking diverse trails: Greenbelt Park Campground offers multiple trail options through urban woodland. "This is an urban oasis. Traffic can be heard but not seen. Weekdays are pretty quiet in this campground... Oh, and bonus, the American Discovery Trail (ADT) passes through the park," notes camper Becky. The park maintains several miles of trails suitable for all skill levels.
Fossil hunting: The Chesapeake Bay shoreline provides opportunities for unique geological exploration. "My family and I have been coming to Sandy Point my entire life. It is a great little spot on the Chesapeake river. Our favorite thing to do is to fossil hunt for sharks teeth," shares Angel G. about Sandy Point State Park Youth Group Camping. Best hunting occurs during low tide after storms.
Swimming options: Multiple campgrounds maintain pool facilities for summer recreation. "They have a nice area for kids (pool, playground, jumping pillow, basketball courts, giant chess, etc)," explains Elise M. about Washington DC / Capitol KOA. Several sites also feature playground equipment and organized activities during peak season.
Convenient DC access: Campgrounds serve as practical bases for exploring the capital region. "This was a great stop to take the kids to visit the city. Easy access and well laid out sites. They have a bus stop for metro service to the city, but we took the 20 minute drive," notes Joe R. about Cherry Hill Park. Most campgrounds sit within 30-45 minutes of major monuments.
Urban forest experience: Many parks provide unexpected natural settings despite proximity to metropolitan areas. "Sites were well-maintained, including lavatories. Plenty of tree cover," reports Timothy C. about Greenbelt Park Campground. The forest canopy creates significant shade and moderate privacy between campsites.
Campground amenities: Several facilities maintain robust recreational options onsite. "We spent most of our time in DC and only went to Annapolis one night. But there is a ton to do around the cities with or without kids," notes Stephanie H., who appreciated Washington DC / Capitol KOA's central location between major destinations.
Site privacy varies significantly: Many campgrounds feature tightly spaced sites with limited screening. "Sites are close and need service. Sandy dirt covered. They could add gravel or grass and a plant or two near the sewer pipes to help," observes Angie G. about Washington DC / Capitol KOA. Premium or end-of-row sites typically offer improved separation.
Weather considerations: The Chesapeake region experiences high humidity during summer months. "There is standing water around our site which brings us to...the MOSQUITOS! We tried fans, tiki torches, and many deet free or light deet products before having to buy 100% deet so we could be outside," warns Kasey M. about Cedarville State Forest. Insect activity remains high from May through September.
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds near Edgewater require advance booking. "Reserve online - this is a NO CASH facility which means you CANNOT pay upon arrival so you will have to do so online," advises Crystal C. about Greenbelt Park Campground. Weekend availability becomes limited 2-3 months in advance during summer season.
Playground access: Several campgrounds maintain dedicated children's areas. "Patapsco Valley offers 6 different entrances. Each one provides several different trail heads and experiences. For camping or just spending a day out on the trail with the kids we prefer the Hilton entrance. There are two huge playgrounds and a youth campground as well as a family campground," recommends Angel G. about Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area.
Educational opportunities: Regional parks often provide learning activities for children. "We stopped at the DC KOA as a base to visit the Capitol. This is not a site for nature lovers but is perfect for kids. We had a site near the pool, outdoor chess set, jumping pillow and gaga ball pit. Our kids (9, 10 and 14) all had fun and made friends," reports Liz F.
Pet accommodations for families: Many campgrounds accommodate family pets with specific guidelines. "They have a nice dog area for the dog to be able to run around and exercise which a lot of places we have been do not have a place for the dog to really exercise," shares Stephanie H., highlighting the dedicated pet exercise space at Washington DC / Capitol KOA.
Site limitations: RV campers should verify size restrictions before booking. "Talk about being right up the butt of watching other people and being in Washington DC it's not cheaper than a hotel and it's much more inconvenient," cautions M.B. about Washington DC / Capitol KOA. Most campgrounds accommodate rigs under 35 feet, but site dimensions vary considerably.
Hookup availability: Full-service sites remain limited at several campgrounds. "Lots of long term residents in dirty rundown campers. Trash dumpsters are always full. Bathrooms and showers are always clean. Full hookups at most sites. Staff very friendly," notes Matthew S. about Adventure Bound Washington DC. Electric and water options typically outnumber full-hookup sites.
Leveling requirements: Many regional campgrounds feature uneven terrain. "Camp site wasn't level at all. I was actually kind of worried that it would slide into the woods," reports Guerrmo about Washington DC / Capitol KOA. Bringing additional leveling blocks proves necessary at most locations.
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