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Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park in Williamsport offers pet-friendly camping options just 10 miles from Fairplay, Maryland. The campground accommodates pets at its tent sites, RV sites, and select cabins, with spacious pull-through sites featuring full hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings. The family-oriented resort maintains level campsites on crushed stone pads surrounded by grass. The campground's roads are well-maintained with crushed stone surfaces. Tent campers can set up on gravel areas with no hookups, and rangers deliver firewood directly to campsites for convenience.
Several pet-friendly campgrounds in the region maintain specific dog policies while offering diverse outdoor experiences. Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA welcomes pets at its drive-in and walk-in sites, accommodating tent campers, RV travelers, and those staying in pet-friendly cabins. Both Cunningham Falls State Park locations—Houck Area and Manor Area—permit pets while offering electricity, water hookups, and sanitary dump stations. The state park grounds provide showers, toilets, picnic tables, and trash facilities from April through October. Antietam Creek Campground in Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park offers a more primitive experience for pets and owners, with tent-only sites accessible by boat, hiking, or walking. The campground provides basic amenities including toilets and picnic tables but lacks water hookups, electric hookups, and trash facilities.
"There are four loops; two with no hookups and no pets allowed, one with no hookups that allow pets and one with electric sites that allow pets."
"My partner and our two dogs loved this campground! We were in the dogwood loop. Positives
* Big, immaculately groomed tent pads
* Mostly tent campers!"
from $23 - $29 / night
Check Availability"Playgrounds, dog park, canteen, mini golf, jumping pillow, laser tag, pedal cars, gem mining are just some of the amenities. Very pricey during peak season."
"They also have a playground, petting farm, pedal cars, and sunflower fields."
from $99 - $471 / night
Check Availability"This place is right outside the gate of Harpers Ferry NP. We walked to the shuttle bus stop. It is a very large KOA, and was almost empty when we visited in September."
"We set up camp at Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA Holiday as our launchpad to visit the historic sites in and around Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and Frederick, Maryland. "
from $40 - $80 / night
Check Availability"Pets are allowed. The fireflies at night along the creek were so relaxing"
"This KOA has a few 'petting zoo' animals and a quaint little diner! The folks here are very kind and we do wish we could have stayed a little longer to explore the beautiful surroundings."
"Our campsite was quiet with the creek right behind us and had lots of privacy. This place is a great campground to go during summer as it's tucked in the mountains with lots of tree coverage."
"My only complaint is that the fire ring is a little too close to the main road. This is true for most of the sites. However the tent pad was set back in the woods and it was very peaceful."
from $30 / night
Check Availability"Not a fan of kids running around through sites. The Elderberry and Deer Spring loops are no pets, but I’d like to see a no kids policy too. Kidding!"
"Nestled away in the Catoctin Mountains, it lands further away from Camp David, so the likelihood of it being negatively affected during dignitary or presidential visits is slim."
from $21 - $65 / night
Check Availability"If you would like to do some exploring, then you can walk the trail right next to the campground into the historical town of Harper's Ferry (If you’re facing the river then the trail is to the right of"
"Harper's Ferry is a little town in WV nestled right next to the Potomac River. It's also a convenient halfwayish point on the Appalachian Trail."
"All the sites are very open and run along the multi-use trail. People are constantly walking, running, and biking by."
"Pretty standard campground—the perks are it’s location to nearby attractions and the river/creek. It depends on what you’re looking for—easy camping and proximity to Antietam and Harper’s? Golden."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Deer Spring Loop is near the top of the mountain. This is not a pet friendly loop.
Site 112 is level, mostly shaded, backs up to the woods and has electric.
The site is between two cabins."
"This site is at the very top of the loop so it has a great cozy vibe and is spaced well away from other sites. The only downside is that the bathhouse is a walk downhill and then a walk back uphill."
from $23 - $29 / night
Check Availability"It is located in Frederick, about an hour outside of Baltimore and Washington D.C. Though the campground is small, each site looks pretty unique. It offers tent sites, electric sites, and 4 cabins."
"The site was very level, nicely shaded, and positioned a short distance from the bath house. There was also a water spigot located right at the entrance of the site."
from $18 - $50 / night
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GuideGreat campsite. Fire pit, picnic table, swimming pool ( not open), miniature golf course, laundromat, bathrooms, showers, dump station, gathering areas for groups, playground, and even a horse area and stalls for horses. Dog friendly. Staff was very helpful and curious.
GuideWhere we were camping had blown up their dump station. Artillery Ridge helped us out. $10. to dump. If we come to camp in Gettysburg, it will be hear.
GuideYou just can't beat a pennsylvania park. This one is not an exception. Nice clean restroom, plenty of room. Now, what cost a star. Yes, it rained like hell. When we broke camp and go dump. The dump station was overflowing with sewer. Go to the guard shack to tell them, and find another site. None there. Can I go to an unused full hookup to dump? No! I would have to pay for the site. Two hours later, we found a place to dump for $10.
TravelerRoad in was without any major wash outs so I drove in pulling my overlanding trailer in 2WD. Plenty of campsites which allowed everyone here to space out easily. Lots of cut up fallen trees around which made collecting firewood simple.
ScoutWas looking for a last-minute getaway on a busy weekend, and they seemed the best option. I've always associated private campgrounds with crowding and sites on top of each other. I couldn't have been more wrong about The Cove. There is more wooded space between sites than in many National Parks.
Some sections are best accessed via 4WD, which I think is a great way to keep things from getting too crowded.
Such a huge diversity of types of sites, from lakeside to wooded, to open fields. They have something for everyone.
The bathrooms are ok. Other than the shower area and the reception, most toilets are pit toilets. If you want to be walking distance to showers, make sure to book sites near them. For most sites, it's going to be a hike or a drive.
And on top of that, they have a beach for the kids, boat rentals, and a range.
This was our first visit, but we will definitely be coming back.
GuideThis pet friendly campground in Caledonia State Park is .8 miles from the larger Chinquapin campground (no pets), ranger station and swimming pool. Our site #171 was level, paved, full hook ups and next to modern clean bathrooms with flush toilets, warm showers and outside dish washing sinks. Many available sites with and without services on a Sunday in October. There were a good number of friendly, tidy, long term campers with large wall tents. (They allow 21 day stays after Labor Day)
Scout15 free relatively level sites for smaller rigs and tent camping. Fire rings , picnic tables and some have lantern posts. There are 2 somewhat clean pit toilets.
ScoutBeautiful area. Very primitive, which is great. Roads were fairly decent to the campsite. Didn't stay near the water and no mountain view but still nice. Had a nice trail into the woods.
ScoutThe owners are friendly and te store is stocked and makes great camping/diner food. Well priced, and easy to get around. Bathrooms are solid and clean, with fast hot water!
Camping options near Fairplay, Maryland sit within the Appalachian foothills, where elevations range from 400-800 feet and the climate features warm summers and cold winters. The area's proximity to both the Potomac River and Antietam National Battlefield makes it particularly popular during fall when temperatures average 50-70°F and campgrounds often reach capacity on weekends.
Hiking to viewpoints: Catoctin Mountain Park's trails connect to the Appalachian Trail for challenging terrain. "The hike from visitor center to AT is steep and rocky," notes Butch B. about Greenbrier State Park Campground.
Historical exploration: Visit Antietam Battlefield or Harpers Ferry, just 30 minutes from most campgrounds. "Harper's Ferry is a cute little historic town and the hiking is amazing, being right on the Appalachian Trail," according to Erin S. at Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA.
Water activities: The Potomac River offers swimming, fishing, and paddling. "You can go swimming right from your campsite," mentions Robin W. about Harpers Ferry Campground, with sites directly along the river.
Mountain biking: The region features rocky east-coast terrain suitable for experienced riders. Jonathan B. notes Greenbrier State Park offers "some tough, rocky east-coast mountain biking, all without leaving the park."
Natural swimming areas: Lake beaches provide summer recreation options. "This is a beautiful park with a lake, beach, and swimming area. Fishing is allowed," shares Beth C. about Greenbrier State Park Campground.
Campsite privacy: Many campers appreciate secluded sites amid dense forest. "The sites are very cool and wooded with a lot of privacy," writes Ashleigh M. about Owens Creek Campground.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathhouses are frequently mentioned in positive reviews. "The bath houses & sites are always clean, camp hosts are friendly and park rangers are present and helpful," says Katie H. about Greenbrier State Park.
River access: Sites near water are consistently rated highest. "McCoys Ferry: River Sites. O & C Canal close," notes Roger W. at McCoys Ferry Campground, adding "Sites are right on the river. There is no privacy from adjacent campsites, but you are on the Potomac in sites 1-7."
Campground crowding: Busy summer weekends can impact experience. "The only downsides are how crowded it can get peak season," warns Beth C. about Greenbrier. Similarly, Jim L. notes, "When we pulled the rangers where blocking traffic to the park. They said that the park was full."
Train noise: Campgrounds near train tracks experience disruption. At Harpers Ferry Campground, Sherri C. warns, "The trains that come through here almost hourly range from quick commuter MARC or Amtrak trains to long freight trains."
Limited cell coverage: Service varies significantly by location. "Cell service in the area for both AT&T and Verizon was poor. I do not know if this was due to the terrain or lack of towers," reports Dave B. about Harpers Ferry Civil War Battlefields KOA.
Primitive facilities: Some campgrounds lack modern amenities. At Antietam Creek Campground, Kevin D. notes, "Pit toilet was not very clean and there are no trash cans so folks had taken to leaving their trash in the bathroom."
Family-friendly activities: Several campgrounds offer organized programs for children. At Hagerstown / Antietam Battlefield KOA, Misty C. shares, "Activities for the kids, diner with a great breakfast selection and subs and pizza for dinner... At Halloween they have a great haunted house."
Pet-friendly hiking: Many trails accommodate dogs, though restrictions exist. "The only downsides are... they dont allow dogs in the lake at all. That's annoying when you camp in summer heay with your dog," mentions Beth C. about Greenbrier State Park.
Water features: Smaller children enjoy designated swimming areas. "The kids were never bored and had so much fun," says Mary about Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park in Williamsport MD, mentioning "the splash park" where her three-year-old "loved it."
Accessible trails: Several parks offer hikes suitable for young children. "The 3-yo had no issues on the trails," reports Buck P. about Houck - Cunningham Falls State Park.
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds have uneven terrain. Matt S. warns about Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA: "Our Pull-thru FHU Patio site(#199) had a serious slope. It was impossible to level my 45' motorhome without elevating the front wheels dangerously in the air."
Road access considerations: Several campgrounds have narrow entrance roads. Nancy O. notes about McCoys Ferry Campground: "The road to the campground can be off-putting in the dark, but it was pretty easy to find. The tunnel you pass under is train tracks."
Limited hookups: Many sites offer electric but lack sewer connections. "Campsite doesn't have a dump station so we went to the Cunningham falls site to dump after leaving and they let us dump no problem," advises Chelsea B. about Manor - Cunningham Falls State Park.
Campsite surface types: RV pads vary widely across the region. David S. notes about Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park, "Roads are all crushed stone and the sites are concrete pads or what appeared to be very level crushed stone sites with grass."
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