Best Campgrounds near Grantsville, MD

Are you in need of a campground near Grantsville, MD? Grantsville is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Find the best campgrounds near Grantsville, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.

Best Camping Sites Near Grantsville, Maryland (138)

    1. Savage River State Forest

    18 Reviews
    Grantsville, MD
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 895-5759

    "This was a beautiful state forest, with two state parks sort of bordering it (Big Run & New Germany). The roads were all paved which was nice."

    "Very remote western Maryland Appalachia. Sites are right off park road, are huge, rustic, and spaced very far apart from other sites. River runs along the sites."

    2. Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park

    80 Reviews
    Ohiopyle, PA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 329-8591

    $20 - $54 / night

    "Very close to two Frank Lloyd Wright properties– Kentuck Knob and the more widely known Falling Waters."

    "Options to get there include the steep walking trail where bikes are allowed to be walked but not ridden, riding the 3.5 miles along the road, also very steep, or taking a shuttle from downtown Ohiopyle"

    3. New Germany State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Grantsville, MD
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 432-2267

    $18 - $117 / night

    "New Germany State Park is a pleasant location with a small lake for swimming and kayaking, as well as numerous trails in the wooded mountains of western Maryland."

    "New Germany State Park is situated in Garrett County Maryland. The park has a small lake, a few trails, and two camping loops."

    4. Deep Creek Lake State Park Campground

    17 Reviews
    Mchenry, MD
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 387-5563

    $21 - $65 / night

    "Camp site(Tent camping)

    Camp site was pretty small and close to each other. The forest where the camp site was situated was beautiful."

    "Lots of touristy things around the lake, then you drive by lots of vacation homes on the lakeshore and then you pull into the camp and you feel like you are miles away from all that stuff."

    5. Outflow Camping

    15 Reviews
    Confluence, PA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 444-6777

    $155 / night

    "It was an easy short walk to the parking lot. 

    The campground has easy access to the bike trail.  You can see bikers camping in a certain spot for the special rate of $14.00 per biker. "

    "Great access to the Allegheny bike trail and all the small towns near. No shade over campsites."

    6. Swallow Falls State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Oakland, MD
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 387-6938

    $22 - $33 / night

    "Thirdly, the campground was so close to the nature that we wanted to see. We went to see the falls and they were within walking distance from our campsite. Overall, it was an awesome place to camp."

    "Swallow Falls is one of my favorite places to visit in the greater Deep Creek Lake area, especially since I find the hiking directly around DCL pretty lacking. "

    7. Yough Lake Campground at Tub Run

    12 Reviews
    Confluence, PA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 329-8531

    $29 - $62 / night

    "Incredibly clean & close To everything. Located right beside Ohiopyle and Yough Lake dam. There is a beach in campground but found the drive to Yough lake perfect."

    "Creekside sites felt smaller and more crowded than lakeside sites, which open onto the beach and lake. Guests were very friendly and considerate of quiet hours."

    8. Rocky Gap State Park Campground

    52 Reviews
    Flintstone, MD
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 722-1480

    $23 - $29 / night

    "Rocky gap is one of my favorite parks to camp in Maryland! It is right along a great lake, where you can swim, fish, kayak or just lay about. The camp store is well stocked and the staff is friendly."

    "The beach at the lake is not far away for any loop."

    9. Big Run State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Bloomington, MD
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 895-5453

    $10 - $55 / night

    "This is one of my favorite Western Maryland hideaways. The best spots are in the woods adjacent to the stream. You can set up your camp chair and enjoy the creek sounds."

    "You have to know what you're getting here - there ARE campsites with amenities, near water and bathrooms, but not all of them have the amenities. "

    10. Laurel Hill State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Rockwood, PA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 445-7725

    $20 - $64 / night

    "The site numbering is a bit wonky on the door loop so make sure you look at your map before you start driving the loops."

    "The bathrooms are clean and it has great walking access to the beautiful beach and lake."

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Recent Reviews near Grantsville, MD

883 Reviews of 138 Grantsville Campgrounds


  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Large wooded sites

    The owners are so friendly and personable. The sites are actually in a wooded area not just a big field. Each site has full hookups. We will definitely return.

  • Kathy L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Laurel Hill State Park Campground

    Okay campground

    Okay campground. We met nice people staying there. However, the sites are REALLY not level because the RV sites are on a major slope, especially the pull-through sites. Large open grassy area. The camp host saw me walking my pups, and as I walked toward the trash can(near the bathroom) to throw away a pooped that I had picked up, she yelled across the green area from her site“no dogs in the bathrooms!” Kinda rude, but later she was friendly. Some okay hiking trails off the campground in a meadow.

  • Aileen C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Blackwater Falls State Park Campground

    Clean Campground in a Beautiful Park

    This is one of our favorite places. The park is beautiful, and so are the nearby Canaan Valley Wildlife Refuge and Canaan Valley State Park.

    The campground is better suited to tents and small to medium size camping units. I think the person who designed it was not familiar with camping units other than tents. Loop 1-30 is one way going clockwise. Loop 31-65 is one way going counterclockwise. But in both loops, to have your door facing away from the street, you have to drive counterclockwise if your site is on the outside of the loop, and clockwise if your site is inside the loop.  In some sites, the electric pedestal is on the wrong side, so you'll have to use a long cord and take it under your unit to reach your electric hookup.

    There are two water fill stations, one at the camp store where you check in, and the other at a water fountain near the bathhouse in loop 31-65. They are supplied supplied with a green garden hose, not a white potable water hose, so we unscrewed the hose and used our own. The water tastes unusually good.

    The dump station is in a section of loop 31-65. You have to go the wrong way on a one way road to be close enough for your slinky to reach it. The non potable rinse water is across this road from the dump station and it has a white hose--beware--this is not the drinking water! You stretch this hose across the road to rinse your gray and black tanks and slinky.

    Some of the sites are not very level, and many of the pull thru sites share some driveway space with another pull thru site or a back in site. There are two pairs of sites that share a pull thru--OK for people traveling together, but otherwise a headache if you're arriving and leaving at different times.

    Once you have dealt with all this inconvenience and oddness, you'll find you're within walking distance of the falls, a small lake, hiking trails that go through beautiful forests with rhododendrons, hemlocks, spruce, and hardwoods. The camp store is limited, but the staff is very friendly and helpful. The nature center is one of the best I've ever visited, and park naturalists provide programs on weekends. There are kayak rentals in summer. The lake has a swimming beach, but you can pay to use the swimming pool at the lodge for better swimming. The lodge also has a huge lobby with a cabinet containing jigsaw puzzles. We worked on one on a rainy day when we didn't want to be outside. Davis and Thomas have some interesting shops and good restaurants.When you get back after a day of adventures, you'll find clean restrooms with hot showers that are actually hot. And the T-Mobile service was good enough for my husband to stream a movie while I sent photos to my family. The park was very busy for Labor Day weekend, but it was a family atmosphere and after dark, there were few lights and little noise.

  • Ronnie B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Hidden Springs Campground

    Labor Day Weekend

    It was packed-all went smoothly. From check in, wood delivery, and parking.

  • M
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Perfect Site

    This was the perfect little site. Super friendly and accommodating, beautiful walking paths, great campsites. We really enjoyed our stay.

  • Lyle & Stephanie H.
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Private - Quiet - Great Hosts

    We really enjoyed our stay.   Quiet camping on top of a mountain.   Beautiful wooded views.  Hosts were amazing and plenty of space between campers.  All the spots are shaded.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Peaceful retreat in the woods on the mountain

    Nice full hook-up sites in spacious level sites in the woods. Great place to get away. Great value with a gracious host and hostess. Delivered wood to our site by the time I disconnected. The donkeys were fun to see. The town of Romney nearby has everything you might need. Highly recommend the small farmer markets with fresh fruit and veggies. Road to access the campground was good with some tight turns up the hill the last couple of miles. The campground itself is gravel roads that were pretty tight gettin in and out of and fairly steep with trees on all sides. Made it in and out no issue taking it slow, but not sure I would try anything longer than about 36' fifth wheel or 34' travel trailer. Water pressure was just a bit weak and used our water tank and pump during our stay. Best we could get for water pressure out of the hose was 25-20 psi. No issues with power or sewer. Pool looked nice and clean, but we did not get a chance to use it. Hike down to the ponds is pretty steep. Would go back again if in the area. Starlink was sketchy at best, Verizon had one bar and slightly usable, ATT was best with a couple of bars and ok speeds.

  • Evan C.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake

    Great Tenting, Little Busy

    8/14/2025

    USACE-managed campground with hosts who are on-site all season. Nice sites (easy staking) with picnic tables and fire pits, plus a camp store for firewood and other supplies (got there too late to check it out though). A little crowded with what seemed like folks who stay there for a hefty chunk of the season, and the sites are pretty close together, but there weren't any issues with rowdy folks - it seems like the hosts keep things in order/enforce quiet hours if necessary. 

    Drinking water right next to the site (37) as well as a trail to a restroom - I think there's a shower on the other loop/section. 

    $22 for a basic (non-electric) tent site.

  • N
    Aug. 14, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Quiet, peaceful and friendly owners

    We absolutely loved this place and will definitely be back. Seeing the equine daily was a huge plus; they were super sweet and funny. The owners were so helpful and friendly.


Guide to Grantsville

Camping near Grantsville, Maryland, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With beautiful parks and campgrounds nearby, you can enjoy nature while making lasting memories with family and friends.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Ohiopyle State Park. One visitor mentioned, "There is a lot of hiking nearby, most of which you need to drive to within the state park." The scenic views are worth the trek!
  • Rafting: If you're up for some adventure, the nearby rivers are perfect for rafting. A camper shared, "Stayed here one weekend and rafted down the Ohiopyle river. Very convenient to the river and town."
  • Fishing: Enjoy some quiet time by the water. One reviewer noted, "The lake provides a great place to fish and the walking trail has some less-used fishing spots if you are willing to walk."

What campers like

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Blackwater Falls State Park Campground said, "Bathrooms and showers are very clean. Sites are spacious and well placed."
  • Privacy: Many campgrounds offer spacious sites that provide a sense of seclusion. One camper at Seneca Shadows mentioned, "The tent section is a giant meadow with picnic tables and tent pads arranged around the edges."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often rave about the helpfulness of campground staff. A visitor at Five River Campground said, "The owners are amazing and so helpful. They go out of their way to make sure you have a wonderful time."

What you should know

  • No alcohol allowed: Many campgrounds in the area, like Rocky Gap State Park Campground, have strict no-alcohol policies. A camper noted, "This is one of our favorite campgrounds that we visit often."
  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds may not have full amenities. A visitor at Green Ridge State Forest mentioned, "This park is suitable for winter camping as well with fully functional bathhouses throughout the wintertime."
  • Crowded on weekends: Popular spots can get busy, especially on weekends. One camper at Swallow Falls State Park Campground said, "Great hikes to the falls. Gets crowded on the weekends."

Tips for camping with families

  • Activities for kids: Look for campgrounds with amenities like playgrounds and swimming areas. A camper at Rocky Gap State Park Campground mentioned, "Near the beach, there is a nice playground near shade for parents to watch."
  • Choose the right site: Some sites are better for families than others. One camper at Laurel Hill State Park Campground said, "The campsite and bathrooms were clean when we arrived and when we left."
  • Plan for meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A visitor at Shawnee State Park Campground noted, "We had to ride our bikes or walk to get to the beach, that was more than a mile away."

Tips from RVers

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Coopers Rock State Forest warned, "Backing into some of the sites can be tricky with the angles and the ditches along the road."
  • Electric hookups: Look for campgrounds with electric hookups if you need them. One visitor at Blackwater Falls State Park Campground mentioned, "Sites have electric hookup, a picnic table, and a fire ring."
  • Plan for waste disposal: Make sure to know where the dump stations are. A camper at Five River Campground said, "Campgrounds are neat, clean, and well maintained."

Camping near Grantsville, Maryland, has something for everyone. Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation, you'll find a spot that suits your needs!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Grantsville, MD?

According to TheDyrt.com, Grantsville, MD offers a wide range of camping options, with 138 campgrounds and RV parks near Grantsville, MD and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Grantsville, MD?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Grantsville, MD is Savage River State Forest with a 4.6-star rating from 18 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Grantsville, MD.

What parks are near Grantsville, MD?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 23 parks near Grantsville, MD that allow camping, notably Youghiogheny River Lake and Jennings Randolph Lake.