8 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several RV campgrounds near Garrett Park, Maryland offer varying degrees of amenities and hookup options, from full-service pads to more basic sites for self-contained units. Cherry Hill Park in College Park provides full hookup RV sites with 50-amp service, water, sewer, and cable connections on level gravel pads. Camp Meade RV Park in Laurel accommodates both big rigs and smaller motorhomes with 50-amp electric service, full hookups, and year-round availability. Greenbelt Park Campground offers more basic RV accommodations with water and sewer hookups but no electric service, suitable for self-contained units. At Lake Fairfax Campground in Reston, Virginia, RV sites feature 50-amp electric hookups but no water connections directly at sites. "Sites are pretty close together, but otherwise nice and well maintained. Beware the $5 per person visitor fee."
Most RV parks in the region require advance reservations, particularly during fall foliage season and summer holidays when campgrounds frequently reach capacity. Road noise can be significant at Cherry Hill Park due to its proximity to Interstate 95, though its convenient location provides excellent access to Washington DC attractions. Dump stations are available at most facilities, with Prince William Forest RV Campground and Fort Belvoir Travel Camp both offering sanitary dump services. Pet policies vary across campgrounds, with most allowing pets but enforcing leash requirements and designated pet areas. Cell service is generally strong throughout the region, though Wi-Fi quality differs considerably between parks. According to one visitor, "The Wi-Fi is great if you are near the office/store but doesn't reach sites in the back of the campground."
"Stayed here for a week while working nearby. Easy to get to and set up. Office was closed when we arrived but arrival paperwork was posted outside office door."
"We loved the location of this RV park. We enjoyed our long-term stay."
"Super clean Very well maintained Pet friendly... kinda No veteran discounts smh Good for a day or two"
"Good site, secure location, decent facilities with solid WiFi. Pier within walking distance. Good location, tho our site wasn't fully level, so bring plenty of leveling blocks."
from $55 / night
"Nice clean restrooms and showers. Friendly hostess and we had a nice shady spot, what was great with a heat of 94F."
"We brought our paddle boards and river access was super easy. Freshwater hookup and electrical hookup were convenient (and the water tasted great :)."
"The campground offers adventures like rafting, biking, tubing and zip lining to name a few."
"Very spartan but great location. Not much to do in the campground and some long timers there. Dirt cheap"
"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
"We stayed in a level pull-thru site(#1715) with picnic table on a paver patio, iron table and chairs, clean gravel surface, grill, and fire pit."
"Pros: 50 amp hook-up Water Sewer Playground Mini Golf Swimming Pool Hot tub Basketball court Snack bar on site Nightly hayride Gated On-site camp store On-site bus shuttle Cons: Gravel pad Expensive"
Available this weekend
from $999 / night
"Great Park, friendly staff, clean facilities. We stayed with our Pop Up for two nights at an electric -supported site. Portable water and dumping station located at the camp store."
"We stayed in site #133 with our 34'10" travel trailer/toy hauler. Overall, we really like the site. It's spacious, fairly level, heavily wooded, and feels surprisingly private."
Available this weekend
from $34 - $90 / night
from $47 - $86 / night
"They brought their travel trailer and our pop-up. The outer loop campsites are easily more level than the center loop."
"Campground has mostly level gravel lots with fire rings, picnic tables. No water at site. Bath house is reasonably clean. Dump station is adequate."
from $30 - $70 / 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.
ScoutWe stayed in site #133 with our 34'10" travel trailer/toy hauler. Overall, we really like the site. It's spacious, fairly level, heavily wooded, and feels surprisingly private. There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation. We had a nice large area for our chairs, fire pit, picnic table, and dogs. The biggest thing to know about #133 is the approach. We were instructed to pass the site, go around the loop, and then make a left turn into it. With our nearly 35' trailer, that would have required an extremely tight, almost 90-degree turn between the trees, and we did not feel we could safely make it. There is actually visible damage on one of the trees at the entrance, so it appears others may have had difficulty with the turn as well. Instead, we approached from the opposite direction and positioned the camper with our doors facing the main campsite area. That put the water and electric hookups on the opposite side, but our hoses and cord were long enough to run underneath the camper and reach without a problem. Once we figured that out, the site worked very well for us. I initially thought we probably wouldn't choose #133 again because of the awkward setup, but after spending the weekend here, I would. Now that we know how to approach and position our trailer, it really is a nice site. If you're bringing a longer travel trailer, just be prepared to do a little maneuvering and make sure your water hose and electrical cord have enough length if you decide to orient your camper the way we did.
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.
ScoutThis is are first camping adventure in are new travel trailer. Camp ground is quiet and well maintained. Bath rooms and shower facilities are fantastic.
GuidePrimitive feel with full hookups. I have a 22' trailer, and it fits fine. I hope you like trains. Plenty of them go by.
GuideThis is a great camping spot. The sites aren’t too close together and the hosts are very friendly. The only reason I gave it four stars is because we are near a highway so you can hear cars throughout the night. But the crickets make up for it by being as loud as possible. With the fees, it cost $25 for a non-electric site and with access to showers after a long trek I was happy to pay.
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.
RV parks near Garrett Park, Maryland offer diverse options within 30-45 minutes of the DC metropolitan area. The region sits along the fall line between the Piedmont Plateau and Coastal Plain, creating varied terrain for camping from river valleys to forested hills. Most campgrounds remain open year-round with seasonal limitations on water hookups during winter months when temperatures can dip below freezing.
Hiking access: Prince William Forest Park offers excellent day hiking opportunities close to the RV campground. "Prince William Forest National Park is accessible for awesome day hikes. Civil War National Parks nearby. DC just up the road. National Marine Corp Museum just around corner," notes Kenneth H. from Prince William Forest RV Campground.
Water recreation: At Brunswick Family Campground, the Potomac River provides water activities right from your site. "The Shenandoah is just as beautiful. The showers could use a good cleaning but they are typical Campground showers perfect for the campground life," writes Brian S. who adds, "100 yards from here campsite may be a little more for further out but the Shenandoah river parallels the campground."
Historical exploration: Harpers Ferry Campground positions you perfectly for exploring significant historical sites. "Harpers Ferry is a beautiful place to hike, camp and visit," reports Annie S. who adds that "the campground is part of zip lining/rafting courses" offering multiple recreational options from one base camp.
Convenient transportation: Cherry Hill Park stands out for its transit connections to DC attractions. "They have a bus stop for metro service to the city, but we took the 20 minute drive. They have a nice looking pool area, but it was too cold. The shop was cute and staff nice," shares Joe R., highlighting the practical benefits of Cherry Hill Park.
Fishing opportunities: Fort Belvoir Travel Camp offers productive fishing access directly from the campground. "It is very clean and there are many amenities close by. The base outdoor recreation center has equipment to rent such as kayaks and canoes to explore the Potomac river. There is a pier out into the river to fish on," explains Jack R., noting the Fort Belvoir facilities.
Clean facilities: Lake Fairfax Campground earns praise for its well-maintained facilities. "Five stars for the restroom facilities. Bright, large, clean and very well maintained. It's very convenient and plenty of activities for the kids," states Tana S., though she notes that "this place gets crowded" due to its prime location.
Noise considerations: Train tracks run close to several area campgrounds, creating periodic noise disturbances. At Harpers Ferry Campground, "you are directly next to train tracks but being from the city, this noise doesn't bother my husband or me," explains Robin W. Similarly, Brunswick Family Campground has nearby rail activity: "The Brunswick train station and depot is just a few hundred feet away and you can hear trains at all times of the night."
Seasonal crowds: Summer and holiday weekends see significant crowding at campgrounds nearest to DC attractions. "It's not the most private and serene campsite," mentions Robin W. about Harpers Ferry, while Tana notes at Lake Fairfax that "because it is such a high traffic area, our campsite had small pieces of trash scattered around."
Terrain challenges: Many campsites in the region require leveling equipment. At Bull Run Regional Park, "our site was very level, but I could see that some others were not so much, so you might want to ask about that," advises Roberta K. Similarly, at Lake Fairfax "many tent sites were not level at all. Many tents were on a full slant."
Kid-friendly activities: Ramblin' Pines offers numerous structured activities for children. "It has a pool, jump pillow, mini golf, fishing pond, barnyard with goats, and multiple playgrounds. I really like all the trees," reports Sean M., highlighting the diverse entertainment options available on-site.
Water parks: Several campgrounds feature water recreation facilities specifically designed for families. Bull Run Regional Park "has golf frisbe course, decent water park for kids, hiking trails, small creek/river you can explore, playgrounds," mentions Tom C., making it ideal for families with varied interests.
Playground access: Multiple reviewers note playground availability as an important family consideration. At Prince William Forest, Rebecca E. mentions "the playground is in very good condition," while Michelle L. reports that at Ramblin' Pines "the kids loved the bounce pillow."
Leveling requirements: Bring adequate leveling blocks for many sites in the region. At Fort Belvoir, Thomas notes "our site wasn't fully level, so bring plenty of leveling blocks," while Drew M. shares about Bull Run Park: "My site had a slight slope, but was easily overcome using additional blocks on the low side to get the trailer level."
Site selection strategy: Request end sites when possible for more space. At Brunswick Family Campground, Lauren B. advises "select the correct site as that is incredibly important. Sites on the ends are by far larger than the center."
Hookup variations: Water access differs significantly between parks. At Lake Fairfax, sites feature electric hookups but no direct water connections. Prince William Forest RV Camp offers more complete hookups, with Mary P. noting "tables and fire rings at all sites. Small, well stocked camp store. Propane and 2 easy dump stations."
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