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Best Campgrounds near Kennedyville, MD

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The Eastern Shore of Maryland offers several campground options near Kennedyville, with most developed sites concentrated within a 30-mile radius. Elk Neck State Park Campground and Susquehanna State Park Campground represent the primary public land camping areas, both offering a mix of tent, RV, and cabin accommodations. Duck Neck Campground and Bay Shore Campground provide waterfront options with boat access on the Chester River and Chesapeake Bay. The camping landscape includes a range of facilities from basic tent sites to full-hookup RV spaces, with some parks also featuring yurts and glamping accommodations at Tuckahoe State Park approximately 25 miles south of Kennedyville.

Many campgrounds in this region operate seasonally, with most sites open from March or April through October or November. Susquehanna State Park maintains specific seasonal dates from March 31 to October 29, while Elk Neck State Park and Bay Shore Campground remain open year-round. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, especially for weekend camping during summer months when waterfront sites fill quickly. The relatively flat terrain of the Chesapeake region means most campgrounds are accessible without specialized vehicles, though heavy rains can affect ground conditions. One visitor noted of Susquehanna State Park: "There are great trails in the area along the river and in the woods. With only two loops, the sites were fairly spaced out with lots of trees between them."

Waterfront access represents a significant draw for campers in the region, with fishing opportunities and boat ramps available at several locations. Reviews indicate mixed experiences regarding site privacy and amenities. For larger campgrounds like Susquehanna State Park, campers report well-maintained facilities with "immaculate" bathhouses, though some note challenges with uneven tent pads and rocky ground. Duck Neck Campground receives less favorable feedback, with multiple reviews citing crowded conditions and minimal recreational opportunities for non-boaters. Families particularly appreciate campgrounds with playgrounds and hiking options, with Susquehanna State Park earning praise for its family-friendly environment and ranger-led educational programs. The region's mixed-use campgrounds generally provide standard amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, and access to drinking water.

Best Camping Sites Near Kennedyville, Maryland (73)

    1. Elk Neck State Park Campground

    60 Reviews
    Perryville, MD
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 287-5333

    $21 - $55 / night

    "I didn't notice it when I was in my tent, but I did as I was walking around.
    The campground is well-wooded, offering reasonable privacy given the space constraints. "

    "Surrounding area
    There are lots of tails for hiking in walking distance and also a playground for kids."

    2. Lums Pond State Park Campground

    52 Reviews
    Kirkwood, DE
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 368-6989

    $22 - $40 / night

    "Near an Ape Adventure park, hike around lake, and any shopping or restaurants you might want are close by. It rained heavy so we didn’t get out much but walk around camp loop is nice and flat."

    "The camp loop is a nice walk but there are also trails. They were pretty muddy when we were there. Site 35 was quite spacious as were many of them."

    3. Tuckahoe State Park Campground

    31 Reviews
    Ridgely, MD
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 820-1668

    $21 - $70 / night

    "Tuckahoe State Park is tucked away onto the Eastern Shore of Maryland, close to the Chesapeake Bay. It features every kind of camping you can imagine."

    "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."

    4. Susquehanna State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    Darlington, MD
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 557-7994

    $21 - $50 / night

    "The campsites are separated more widely than many other parks in Maryland (Cunningham Falls, Ft. Frederick, Pt. Lookout), and are quite secluded in comparison."

    "I was a walk-up with no reservation and since it was a weekday the ranger gave me a great rundown of the best spots in the camp and let me drive through to check them out before going back with my decision"

    5. Duck Neck Campground

    4 Reviews
    Kennedyville, MD
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 778-3070

    6. Canoein’ Sue’s

    1 Review
    Kennedyville, MD
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (443) 837-7977

    $42 - $52 / night

    7. Bar Harbor RV Park & Marina

    8 Reviews
    Abingdon, MD
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 679-0880

    $70 - $90 / night

    "Had our kayaks with us and the water wasn’t but a few steps away. Some sites you are right on the waters edge."

    "This is close to us so it was an easy trip. Full hookup but we’re told to turn off and unhook water the night it dropped below freezing."

    8. D&J Shady Rest Campground

    1 Review
    Kennedyville, MD
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 529-2020

    $50 - $60 / night

    9. Blackbird State Forest Campground - CLOSED TIL FURTHER NOTICE

    6 Reviews
    Townsend, DE
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 653-6505

    $25 / night

    "The only thing about this site specifically is the trail was close by so you’d occasionally see people walking by but not enough that it didn’t still feel secluded."

    "I was only one in the forest ATM but saw some hikers occasionally throughout the day walking by."

    10. Bay Shore Campground

    6 Reviews
    Rock Hall, MD
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 639-7485

    $42 - $82 / night

    "We spent a week at Bay Shore Campground to explore Rock Hall, the Chesapeake Bay, and the Eastern Shore of Maryland. What stands out about this campground? The view! "

    "We spent one morning walking the various trails at the Eastern Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, which is only 7 minutes away. Campground also close to the restaurants in Rock Hall for seafood. "

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  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 3, 2026

    Lums Pond State Park Campground

    Clean, big-rig friendly, large sites.

    Overall, this is a nice, small (about 65 sites) state park with plenty of recreational opportunities inside the park. There is nice separation between sites so you don’t feel like you are on top of your neighbor. Tall trees are scattered about which provide shade at some sites but overall, the park is pretty open. Roads getting to the park are easy to navigate with any size RV. Within the park, roads are paved and free of potholes and there are no low hanging branches. Since the roads are one-way they are not very wide so backing in big-rigs can be a little tight and you might have to run over the grass. 

    All RV sites are full hook-up and there is a separate area for tents and there is one canvas yurt for rent. The tent sites are nice in that they are tucked along the wood line slightly away from RVs with more privacy and shade. The only downside is that they are pretty far away from the centrally located bathroom and showers. The bathroom has separate rooms for showers which is nice and private. They were tended to daily and very clean. Also, located in the center of the campground is a playground, camp store and laundry. The dumpsters and recycle bins are located in a separate area on the way out of the campground and were frequently full and overflowing. Campsites are paved and some have wide enough that the patio is paved but others have a narrow pad for the RV and gravel patio. We discovered that most sites are level but a few are not (like 22 and 24). The campground is very clean and camp hosts were diligent about picking up trash and cleaning out fire pits every day. 

    Across the pond (north of the campground) is where most of the amenities are located such as concessions, ball fields, horseshoe pits, disk golf, and more. For those wanting to fish there is a pier in the campground and a self-serve vending machine with bait in it. There are additional fishing piers located in other parts of the park and there are boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards for rent. We stopped in at the Nature Center but it was a bust– just a few taxidermy specimens and not much information. One of the most popular areas of the park is Go Ape which is a ropes/zip line course through the canopy (which does require admission fee). There are nice trails that leave right from the campground– some 17 miles in all. There is a boat launch about a quarter mile from the campground entrance which is suitable for trailerable boats and paddle craft but there are no docks so you can’t leave your boat tied up there. There is an off-leash dog area but it is located far from the campground so it’s best to drive.

  • Matt S.
    Jun. 1, 2026

    Bay Shore Campground

    What stands out about this campground? The view!

    We spent a week at Bay Shore Campground to explore Rock Hall, the Chesapeake Bay, and the Eastern Shore of Maryland. What stands out about this campground? The view! 

    For me, this is a 4-star campground because of the view and nice staff, but not 5-stars because of the sloped site packed in with the neighbors and no sewer connection. 

    THINGS I LIKED:

    — Great view from our site of the Chesapeake Bay— especially for sunset each evening

    — Friendly staff

    — Nearby Rock Hall, Chestertown, and Eastern Neck Island Wildlife Refuge

    — They offered a promo to pay for 6 nights, and the 7th was free 

    THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:

    — Our site(Site B) had an amazing view of Chesapeake Bay, but the slope made it difficult to get even close to level— even with my front jacks fully extended. I had to buy additional leveling blocks from the camp store(at twice the price of Amazon) just so we didn’t feel like walking uphill to walk around our motorhome. I admit, I am spoiled but really appreciate the campgrounds that level their sites. I think it could be done in a few hours with a rented front loader at a couple nights’ cost.

    — Our site(Site B) was tight. The neighbor’s awning was just inches from our motorhome. I understand the need for any business to maximize revenue, but this was unpleasantly close.

    — There are no sewer hookups at the sites. They do have a couple of dump stations for your way out and provide a pump-out service once per week at$40 a pop. They were nice enough to pump me out a second time since I stayed 7 nights. Again, I know I’m spoiled, but a sewer connection is a necessity when you’re staying 8 days. 

    WOULD WE COME BACK? 

    Sure thing, but we’d stay at a different site.

  • c
    May. 9, 2026

    Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area

    Hilton area

    Thought the campsites were extremely close together. There were A LOT of kids and no quiet hours. Good for families. Not good for a camping camping experience.

  • Carmen
    May. 5, 2026

    Adventures Await Retreat

    Nice, Quiet Campground but Ongoing Electrical Issues and No Resolution

    We stayed at this campground for approximately one month and paid full price with the expectation of reliable utilities and access to advertised amenities. The property itself is nice and quiet, which we appreciated, but unfortunately that did not outweigh the issues we experienced.

    During our stay, we had ongoing electrical problems at our site. Our air conditioner would not function properly, and we were unable to use it for essentially the entire month, including during several hot days. Our hot water heater also could not reliably run on electric, which forced us to operate it on propane and refill our tanks twice at our own expense.

    In addition to the electrical issues, the water quality was also a concern. The water from the faucet would often come out brown and murky for a period of time when first turned on, and at times even after it had been running.

    Our site also did not include basic amenities such as a fire ring or picnic table, which are typically expected and commonly included with full-price sites.

    At one point, the entire campground lost power. Despite that, we were told our pedestal had been tested and was functioning properly, which was not possible given the campground-wide outage at the time.

    After leaving and connecting to power at a different campground, all of our systems—including AC and hot water—worked immediately without issue. This confirmed the problem was not with our RV, but with the power supply at this campground.

    Additionally, one of the listed amenities (the pool) was unavailable when we attempted to use it.

    We brought these concerns to the owner and requested a reasonable refund or adjustment based on the lack of usable electrical service and the additional expenses we incurred. That request was refused.

    We are sharing this so others are aware. If you rely on consistent electrical service, clean water, and standard site amenities, this is something to seriously consider before booking.

  • MBOL
    May. 3, 2026

    Susquehanna State Park Campground

    Great time with kids

    Nice campground had my 6 and 7 year old. The site was pretty private and had bathrooms close. I would definitely go again.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 30, 2026

    Lums Pond State Park Campground

    Spacious, Well Maintained, and Top Notch

    This campground has everything. Conveniently located, short drive to Dover, Wilmington, Annapolis and Baltimore. The sites were very large and spacious. Sites can accommodate any type of trailer or vehicle. Plenty of site hookups, areas for tents. There is a camp store, several washer and dryers. The best private, individual shower booths and even a pond to go fishing in.

  • Stephen W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 12, 2026

    Mill Bridge Village & Camp Resort

    Great olacevto camp in Lancaster County

    We camp here several times thru out the year. Always an enjoyable stay. Staff is very friendly and accommodating.

  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 31, 2026

    Adventures Await Retreat

    No call back

    I called the reservation number and was told to call a different number. I call that number and it was a wrong number. Then I went back to their website. And put in my information. It's been a day and a half , and I still haven't heard from them. So I moved on and got a different reservation.Somewhere else. The lucky I gave him a star.

Guide to Kennedyville

Camping sites near Kennedyville, Maryland typically remain accessible from early spring through late fall, with most facilities closing by late November. The Chesapeake Bay's tidal influence creates moderate temperatures compared to inland areas, with summer highs averaging in the mid-80s. Most campgrounds sit on relatively flat terrain at elevations under 100 feet, making access straightforward but drainage can be problematic during heavy rains.

What to do

Kayaking on Tuckahoe Creek: Launch directly from Tuckahoe State Park Campground where a dedicated kayak access point sits between sites 46 and 48. The creek connects to Tuckahoe Lake where gasoline motors are prohibited. "We took a nice hike out to the susquehanna and spent a few hours fishing in the pond. Lots of wildlife," notes one camper at Tuckahoe State Park Campground.

Hiking to Turkey Point Lighthouse: Located near Elk Neck State Park, this 1.8-mile round trip trail offers expansive Chesapeake Bay views. "The lighthouse trail is a must. It is about a five minute drive to get to the trail though, but is worth it," reports a visitor from Elk Neck State Park Campground.

Crabbing from shoreline sites: At Bar Harbor RV Park & Marina, waterfront sites allow for direct crabbing access. "I love to crab, catch them and steam them in my camper (a MD thing). Quiet, peaceful, family oriented," explains a regular visitor who returns multiple times annually.

What campers like

Clean bathhouse facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained facilities at Susquehanna State Park. "Bath house was immaculate; by far the cleanest I have ever seen in a campground. Must have been recently renovated," notes one reviewer at Susquehanna State Park Campground.

Spacious, private sites: Many campgrounds offer good separation between campsites. At Blackbird State Forest Campground, "Only 8 sites in the campground, very spaced apart. Each site has lots of room," reports a visitor who appreciated the privacy.

Wildlife viewing opportunities: The region's waterways attract diverse bird species. "We saw bald eagles and great blue heron," mentions a camper from Elk Neck State Park. Similarly, at Bay Shore Campground, a visitor appreciated "seeing bald eagles every day, having a nice breeze, not too buggy."

What you should know

Variable site quality within campgrounds: Tent pad quality varies significantly, even within the same campground. At Susquehanna State Park, "About half—maybe more—don't have pads. Many of the sites were at the bottom of a hill though, so I'm not sure how that would do in a decent rain."

Seasonal operations: Most campgrounds close during winter. Tuckahoe State Park operates from March 25 to November 27, while Susquehanna State Park runs from March 31 to October 29. Elk Neck State Park and Bay Shore Campground remain open year-round.

Limited cell service: Coverage can be spotty throughout the region. One camper at Elk Neck State Park noted, "No cell signal in the campground so the family is forced to disconnect. I absolutely love it!"

Tips for camping with families

Playground locations matter: When booking at Tuckahoe, remember playground access varies significantly. "The playground is in the middle of the Acorn and Beechnut loop. This leaves limited sites that are close to the playground, for families who would like easy access."

Bike-friendly terrain: Tuckahoe State Park offers gentle terrain good for young cyclists. "The camp road was minimally hilly and would be safe and easy for little kids to ride their bikes, unlike some of the campgrounds that have pretty decent hills."

Educational opportunities: Susquehanna State Park Campground offers historic attractions alongside camping. "There is a historic area in the park, with a working grist mill, mansion and other little buildings to view... the views of the river are really nice from here."

Tips from RVers

Site length accuracy matters: Check specified site lengths carefully when booking at Elk Neck State Park. "In the full hook up loop pay close attention to the lengths specified. The actual pads are fairly level but some of the driveways to them are very sloped. Long rigs will have issues in a few of the sites."

Late-season hookups available: Elk Neck State Park maintains water service later than many parks in the region. "Finished the season at this state park in MD with full hook up (20, 30, and 50 amp, water and sewer) and the water was still on in November."

Dump station options: At Lums Pond State Park Campground, reviewers note "Good dump station and potable water fill. Spigots throughout the campground" which helps compensate for limited full-hookup sites in the region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Kennedyville, MD?

According to TheDyrt.com, Kennedyville, MD offers a wide range of camping options, with 73 campgrounds and RV parks near Kennedyville, MD and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Kennedyville, MD?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Kennedyville, MD is Elk Neck State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 60 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Kennedyville, MD?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Kennedyville, MD.

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