Cherry Hill Park offers premium yurt camping experiences in Silver Spring, Maryland and surrounding areas. The property is situated at 300 feet elevation in the Piedmont region, characterized by rolling hills and deciduous forests. Summer temperatures average 85-90°F with moderate humidity, making climate-controlled accommodations particularly valuable during peak camping season.
What to Do
Trail exploration: Pohick Bay Regional Park offers multiple hiking paths through wooded terrain. "Eagles everywhere! Large clean sites. Great staff!" notes Kathie M., highlighting the natural wildlife viewing opportunities within the park.
Disc golf courses: Little Bennett Campground features well-maintained courses for disc golf enthusiasts. "This place is quiet, the spaces are big. They can accommodate large campers, ours is 35 ft. Tent camping have big areas. Lost of nature trails," explains Ron H.
Water activities: Pohick Bay Campground includes seasonal boating options from motorboats to kayaks. Anne K. mentions, "Boating in summer from kayaks to motorboats," making this an excellent spot for water-based recreation.
What Campers Like
Full hookup convenience: Washington DC / Capitol KOA provides full services for extended stays. Jonathan B. states, "Phenomenal, clean sites in a beautiful wooded area. It is all it's cracked up to be!"
Spacious sites: Bull Run Regional Park offers pull-through sites with forest views. "The sites are all pull-through off the roads through the campground. So your camper faces the woods and you feel like you're all alone," shares Roberta K., describing the layout that provides a sense of privacy.
Location advantages: Yurt camping near Silver Spring puts visitors within reach of Washington DC attractions. "The park is close to Washington DC and offers a conceirge service for tours and things to do," notes Scott C. about Cherry Hill Park, emphasizing the strategic location.
What You Should Know
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds near Silver Spring require advance booking, especially for premium accommodations like yurts. "We reserved 137 days prior to arriving," mentions Napunani about their Little Bennett Campground experience.
Weather considerations: The area experiences occasional heavy rainfall that can affect site conditions. Drew M. notes at Bull Run, "My site had a slight slope, but was easily overcome using additional blocks on the low side to get the trailer level."
Noise factors: Camping by the Creek in Woods offers a quieter alternative to larger campgrounds. Sylvia J. describes it as an "Awesome site tucked away in mature woods. Quiet. Easy paved access. Near C&O Canal, biking, hiking across street in Block House Park."
Tips for Camping with Families
Kid-friendly amenities: Many campgrounds offer specialized features for children. At Washington DC / Capitol KOA, Elise M. reports, "They have a nice area for kids (pool, playground, jumping pillow, basketball courts, giant chess, etc)."
Seasonal activities: Check scheduled events when booking yurt camping in Silver Spring area. Ben G. shares about Pohick Bay, "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."
Transportation options: Yurt camping provides a stable base for exploring DC attractions. Joe R. reports from Cherry Hill Park, "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."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Pay attention to site characteristics when booking. At Bull Run Regional Park, one camper recommends, "Look at the park map and try to get a site at the end of a row. The sites are pretty close together but on the ends at least you only have a neighbor on one side."
Leveling preparation: Many sites require leveling equipment. Drew M. notes, "My site had a slight slope, but was easily overcome using additional blocks on the low side to get the trailer level."
Utility connections: Check amperage availability for your specific needs. Ray & Terri F. specify at Little Bennett that "The sites are quiet, very spacious, level, and heavily wooded with 50A service, water and sewer hookup."
