5 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park in Williamsport offers premium glamping accommodations for travelers seeking an elevated outdoor experience near Hagerstown. Their glamping options complement traditional camping with comfortable amenities in a family-friendly setting. The property features fully-equipped canvas tents and several yurts with real beds, electricity, and climate control, providing a more luxurious alternative to standard tent camping. Surrounded by wooded terrain, these upscale accommodations allow guests to enjoy nature without sacrificing comfort. The glamping sites include picnic tables, fire rings, and proximity to the park's extensive recreational facilities. One guest mentioned, "The glamping options were perfect for our family - all the fun of camping with none of the hassle of setting up tents or sleeping on the ground."
Harpers Ferry Campground - River Riders and KOA locations around Hagerstown complement the region's glamping scene with additional luxury camping options. These sites maintain glamping tents and dome structures with proper bedding, private patios, and convenient access to modern bathroom facilities. Activities specifically geared toward glamping guests include organized stargazing events, nature walks, and seasonal festivities. The waterpark at Jellystone Park remains particularly popular among glamping families, featuring water slides, splash zones, and a lazy river that operates seasonally. According to a camper, "We stayed in one of the luxury tents and still had full access to the waterpark and all activities - it was the perfect balance of outdoor adventure and comfort." Many glamping accommodations remain available year-round, though amenities and activities vary by season.
"We set up our tent on gravel. No hookups to electricity or water. Rangers deliver firewood for your convenience."
"We stayed at Jellystone in Hagerstown in June. My daughter was excited about the little water park."
from $99 - $471 / night
"Activities for the kids, diner with a great breakfast selection and subs and pizza for dinner. Very clean facilities. Great staff. Delivery of wood or ice to your site."
"Beautiful campgrounds situated near a creek. The campgrounds have a homey feel and were decorated nicely for fall & Halloween. The staff & hosts were incredibly nice & helpful."
"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!"
"Stayed one night in September and had a nice level gravel site with fire pit, picnic table and bath house."
from $21 - $65 / night
"Site was very shaded, and quite secluded. Camping pad was nice and level, although the driveway was slightly sloped. Nice amount of space in between sites. Very short walk to bathhouse."
"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."
from $23 - $29 / night
"Almost everything, from the grounds, to rec halls, to pool and laundry, was sparkling clean and beautifully maintained."
"Every weekend in October there are family-friendly festivities, and the guests and staff got really into it."
from $40 - $80 / night
"No camp fires allowed. Short walk to cold natural spring for water. Short walk to Annapolis rock. Rock climbing available."
"primitive campsite that has undergone major restorations and preventative measures to reverse the damage from huge camping crowds of the past. no fires, but there are two privies and a really nice spring near"
"Freshwater hookup and electrical hookup were convenient (and the water tasted great :)."
"Lots to do on-site. Tent camped and really had a great time. Harper’s Ferry is a beautiful place to hike, camp and visit. Highly recommended!"
"This state park is at the top of the mountain and has a smaller lake perfect for a short kayak trip or fishing. Lovely views from the lake and very nice secluded sites."
"The pros:
- Easily accessible and CLEAN bathhouse and showers."
Available next weekend
from $20 - $48 / night
"I always appreciate the near solitude experience of this campground as 90% of the sites are RV sites, that are kept away from the tenting area."
"campground was pretty crowded, but the tent sites were secluded and well kept. staff was extremely helpful. close to the battleground and all attractions."
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.
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.
ScoutThe campground is a nice size with enough space between sites to feel as though you have some privacy.
We reserved site 4 online but someone had set up there when we arrived. Site 6 was open and it had a better view anyway and was farther away from the toilets, so we didn’t mind.
The boat launch is right there which we planned to paddle board in the morning, but got rained out. The river looks really nice and clean though.
Tables and fire pits are a great size. We saw some gorgeous stars as there isn’t any light pollution.
It’s only half hour from Berkeley Springs, so fill up your spring water for free there and then come enjoy the campsite!
Will definitely return.
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.
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.
LegendThis quiet campground has plenty of wooded campsites that offer privacy to campers. We were in the electric loop and it can be a bit tight if your rig is larger, and also you need to be prepared to level your rig in several different directions. But all in all, it was a great spot for an overnight day and we even got to check out some of the trails. Very nice park overall.
Glamping close to Hagerstown, Maryland typically peaks in popularity from May through October when temperatures range from 45°F to 85°F. The region sits at approximately 500 feet elevation with the surrounding Appalachian foothills rising to 1,700 feet at some campgrounds. Water activities concentrate around the Potomac River watershed, with camping options spanning three states within a 40-minute drive of Hagerstown.
Hiking to waterfalls: 2+ mile trail from Route 40 leads to Annapolis Rock Campground with views from 1,700 feet elevation. "Moderate difficulty 2+ mile hike from Route 40. Spring and compost outhouse. Great views. Been camping there for decades," notes Bob S. about this Appalachian Trail campsite.
Tubing and kayaking: River access directly from campsites at Harpers Ferry Campground. "Gorgeous spot on the river. Small campground with not a lot of amenities BUT THAT RIVER IS GORGEOUS. Lots of activities - tubing, zip lining, fishing," reports Darcy S. about the riverside sites.
Historical exploration: Walking distance to Harpers Ferry National Park visitor center. "Location, Location, Location! Close proximity to plenty of historic and tourist places to visit. The Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Visitor Center is literally next door," writes Matt S. about the Civil War Battlefields KOA.
Winter activities: Limited availability as most campgrounds close seasonally. One camper mentioned, "We stayed at Jellystone in Hagerstown in June. My daughter was excited about the little water park. Because it was early June, I emailed prior to booking to make sure that the water park would be open during the week and was assured that it would be."
Natural springs: Free drinking water available at Annapolis Rock. "Short walk to cold natural spring for water. Short walk to Annapolis rock. Rock climbing available," notes CHRISTOPHER B. about this primitive camping area.
Lake swimming: Beach access at Cunningham Falls State Park. "The beach area at the lake was fantastic! My kids loved it plenty of areas to grill and dogs are allowed," shares Casey L. about the Houck area.
Railroad proximity: Noise consideration but creates unique camping experience. "Between the train and the crummy, smelly, understocked facilities, I will never be back here. Even if that was a really nice river view," notes Sherri C. about camping near train tracks.
Privacy between sites: Varies significantly across campgrounds in the region. "I haven't seen this much space between campsites in a long time. The place was clean, paved roads, great price and very quiet," explains Ellen C. about the Manor Area campground near Hagerstown.
Water park seasonal hours: Call ahead to verify operation times, especially in spring and fall. "When we got there, it was not open and we were told that it was only open on weekends this time of year. After the initial disappointment, we still had a good time," shares Michelle about Jellystone Park.
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