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Best Campgrounds near Highland, MD

920 Reviews

Camping near Highland, Maryland sits at the intersection of suburban convenience and natural recreation areas, with a mix of state parks, private campgrounds, and regional facilities within a 30-minute drive. The area includes established campgrounds like Patapsco Valley State Park's Hollofield Area and Cherry Hill Park, offering varying levels of amenities for tent campers, RV enthusiasts, and those seeking cabin accommodations. Many campgrounds serve as convenient basecamps for exploring both the natural areas of central Maryland and the urban attractions of Baltimore and Washington DC, which are approximately 20-30 miles away.

Most campgrounds in the Highland area operate seasonally from April through October, though some private facilities like Ramblin' Pines and Cherry Hill Park remain open year-round. Summer months bring hot, humid conditions with frequent afternoon thunderstorms, while spring and fall offer more moderate temperatures ideal for camping. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for weekend stays between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Maryland state parks prohibit alcohol consumption, and fire restrictions may be implemented during dry periods. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the region due to its proximity to major metropolitan areas.

The camping experience varies significantly between facilities near Highland. State park campgrounds like Patapsco Valley offer more natural settings with basic amenities and access to extensive trail systems. According to reviews, "Patapsco Valley State Park has access to many trails and the Patapsco River. Saw Mill trails is great for a family hike." Private campgrounds tend to provide more amenities but less seclusion. Cherry Hill Park, for example, offers comprehensive facilities including full hookups, a camp store, and even orientation sessions for visitors planning to explore Washington DC. Many campgrounds accommodate pets, though specific rules vary by location. Families will find numerous options with playgrounds, swimming areas, and kid-friendly activities throughout the region.

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Best Camping Sites Near Highland, Maryland (108)

    1. Cherry Hill Park

    42 Reviews
    Beltsville, MD
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 937-7116

    $282 - $999 / night

    "Metrorail is about 6 miles from campground, near University of Maryland."

    "Great camping amenities, soft cushioned sites, with power and water close by. DO NOT GET BASIC TENT SITES AS THEY ARE NEXT TO HIGHWAYS AND VERY NOISY!!! Premium tent sites would be a better choice."

    2. Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park

    32 Reviews
    Greenbelt, MD
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 344-3948

    $20 / night

    "If you are really looking for somewhere to feel far away from civilization and see some beautiful scenery, this probably isn't it."

    "The campsite is superb with walking trails, wildlife and the occasional overflying US Presidential Helicopter.

    Easily accessible from close by freeways, and charmingly peaceful"

    3. Hollofield Area Campground

    19 Reviews
    Windsor Mill, MD
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 461-5005

    $19 - $27 / night

    "It has 8 recreation areas and we stayed at the Hollofield Area in April- one of our first experiences in a Maryland State Park. Beautiful park with 70 miles of hiking/biking /multi use trails."

    "This campground is pleasant, but the sites are situated quite close to one another."

    4. Ramblin' Pines

    17 Reviews
    Woodbine, MD
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 795-5161

    $30 - $70 / night

    "We stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick."

    "We love this home away from home ❤️"

    5. Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area

    19 Reviews
    Catonsville, MD
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 461-5005

    $20 - $51 / night

    "Camp site(Tent camping)

    The camp site is what it is, just a camp site :)  It's one of the bigger state parks surrounded by forest in MD."

    "Another negative was after the storm for the next few days we heard trees falling nearby."

    6. Little Bennett Campground

    23 Reviews
    Clarksburg, MD
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 528-3430

    "Quiet woods in Maryland about 30 or 40 miles north of DC. Tenting, and RV spots partial to full service. Just of hiway 270. pricey ($66/night) for a state park, but nice."

    "PROS 

    Very nice small Montgomery County Park 

    No reservation fee to make on-line reservations 

    Reserved 137 days prior to arriving 

    Entrance gate required entry code Instructed by staff via gate phone"

    7. Washington DC / Capitol KOA

    15 Reviews
    Millersville, MD
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 923-2771

    "They have a nice dog area for the dog to be able to run around and exercise which a lot of places we have been do not have a place for the dog to really exercise."

    "The location worked for my trip but not sure it’s that convenient to DC."

    8. Lake Fairfax Campground

    25 Reviews
    Reston, VA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 471-5414

    $30 - $70 / night

    "We set up our tent in the far side of the campground close to the lake ( site 27). It is slightly slant but still comfortable in the tent. Bathrooms are close by and kept clean."

    "For tent camping I would suggests sites 30,33 or 35 these are tucked along the tree line. The bathroom facilities were the cleanest I have seen in a campground."

    9. The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring

    1 Review
    Sandy Spring, MD
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (240) 389-4386

    $150 - $200 / night

    10. Camp Meade RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Odenton, MD
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 722-4237
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  • Marcandpatti B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Gettysburg Campground

    Good spot for Gettysburg, a bit spendy.

    We stayed here mid-week in September so it was very quiet. There was a bit of road noise as our site was close to the entrance. Host was super friendly. They have a bunch of things going on with groups that stay here; next group is quilters with vintage trailers, sorry to miss that. All of the utilities worked just fine. Sites re a bit close to each other, not a lot of foliage between sites.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Artillery Ridge Campground

    Great location and friendly staff

    We have a motorhome with no additional vehicle and two dogs, and this site couldn’t have been more perfect for us. A dog park, walking distance to most everything we wanted to see. The national park is mostly dog friendly. My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site. The staff was super friendly and welcoming.

  • p
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Artillery Ridge Campground

    Rv stay

    Site and bathrooms clean. Activities provided free each day. Food trucks in park. Close to museum and battleground sites.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Round Top Campground

    Better than OK

    Stayed for 2 days while passing through from FL to NH. Off-season so not crowded. Pool was clean and quite good sized, had it to ourselves due to season. Did laundry while here, ample laundry room. On-site extras include food-truck restaurant and small country goods vendor during our stay. Office staff did ok. Sites have reasonable spacing with gravel pads, mostly level. Trees between sites with sloping hills , not just a big open field. It’s a corporate site so automated web-based reservation system was finicky so we had to verify reservation went through. Tried to book 2 nights but system only set us up for 1. Phone call to help line easily resolved the issue. Quiet and no spotlights on all night.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Harpers Ferry Campground - River Riders

    Awesome views on the Potomac

    Very cool spot. Amazing sites right on the Potomac. There is a Ale House above the office that delivers for free to your site (2.5 miles away), just tip the driver

  • eThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 21, 2025

    Round Top Campground

    I camped and worked here.

    I’m a shamanic energy healer and health enthusiast exploring a new life and hunting for healthy. While this campground has some nice features. This certainly is not a health conscious facility. Lots of smoking, drinking and unhealthy food. There was also evidence of mice in the main store and definitely issues with the water.

  • Sharon L.
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Merry Meadows Recreation Farm

    Great getaway close to home!

    We totally loved our camping trip here! I was a little apprehensive because I read so many disappointing reviews about pretty much everything. People didn’t like this or that, but most of it seemed as if they weren’t happy with rules! Neither of us found anything that was so terrible in the rules and truthfully, if more campgrounds had them and enforced them, it would be nice for all.

    We loved the peace and quiet, the restrooms were clean and tidy, the usable sites all looked nice. They had a tornado come through at the beginning of the season that messed some areas up, but they are working it. The pool area seemed like the place to be. We just went to rest though. Honestly, we liked the campground so much that we would consider parking our camper over the summer! There are occasional whiffs of McCormick spices in the air that is very soothing. Prices aren’t horrible. One of the complaints was they work on cash. Yeah, I knows it’s not popular because most of us live in a plastic dominated world. I read it in advance and I just made sure we had some with us. The activities and store weren’t outrageous. Ready to go back!

  • Erin W.
    Aug. 3, 2025

    Lake Fairfax Campground

    Nice for a quick weekend

    This campground is nice for a quick weekend and does have pretty trails next to the campground. The sites are largely in more of a meadow and not many are very wooded. Our site, 41, was level and nicely spaced from other sites but many tent sites were not level at all. Many tents were on a full slant. There is a waterpark that is an extra cost which is fun for kids. Bathrooms are well maintained and huge.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 2, 2025

    Cherry Hill Park

    Can’t beat it

    Proximity to DC and surrounding areas can’t be beat. Uber, Lyft, bus, shuttle. It takes about a half hour to get downtown to the monuments. Our uber rides ranged from 20-45$ for a family of 5. So $4-9 per person. We rode in all 4 days this way. Personalized, comfortable. Door to door. We saw tons of stuff. No one can say they saw everything. We took the train from Union station to Penn station. Saw the nationals, the orioles. So fun. The park itself has more than most. Mini golf, two pools, arcade, 24 hour laundry, a store and office open early!! And late!!! Wow! Just can’t be beat. Great sites. So many other things in the park. Splash pad, paved roads for scootering. Just awesome!

Guide to Highland

Camping near Highland, Maryland, offers a variety of beautiful spots for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are several campgrounds nearby that cater to different needs.

What to do

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the bathhouses at Cherry Hill Park. A reviewer said, "The bathrooms/showers are very clean and modern."
  • Friendly Staff: Many visitors at Bull Run Regional Park have praised the helpful staff. One camper remarked, "The check-in at the camp store is crowded and narrow, but the staff was really helpful."
  • Scenic Views: Campers love the beautiful scenery at Codorus State Park Campground. A visitor stated, "Spacious, beautiful, clean, quiet, easy, and lots to do and see."

What you should know

  • Alcohol Restrictions: Some campgrounds, like Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground, do not allow alcohol. A camper mentioned, "NO alcohol allowed," so plan accordingly.
  • Site Size: Campers at Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA noted that the sites can be small and close together. One review said, "The sites were so unlevel, close together, and the whole infrastructure in need of repair."
  • Seasonal Availability: Some campgrounds, like Caledonia State Park Campground, are only open during certain months. A visitor pointed out, "This place is as advertised. Very well maintained and friendly staff."

Tips for camping with families

  • Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds, like Greenbrier State Park Campground. One parent shared, "Our site was directly in front of a small playground with a slide, swings, and monkey bars."
  • Family Activities: Choose campgrounds that offer family-friendly activities. A camper at Pohick Bay Campground mentioned, "The waterpark is new and loud, so we avoid it but nice if you have young kids."
  • Quiet Hours: Be mindful of quiet hours, especially in family-friendly areas. A visitor at Bull Run Regional Park noted, "The bathhouses are ample and clean but can be a hike from some sites."

Tips from RVers

  • Level Sites: Look for campgrounds with level sites, such as Cherry Hill Park. A reviewer said, "The sites are all nice and level, but rather close, as expected given the proximity to DC."
  • Full Hookups: Choose campgrounds that offer full hookups for convenience. A camper at Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground mentioned, "We stayed in full hookup. Our site was long and narrow but backed up to a field."
  • Check Accessibility: Some campgrounds may have limited access for larger RVs. A visitor at Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA noted, "The roads are crumbling and too small for most RVs."

Camping around Highland, MD, provides a mix of outdoor fun and family-friendly activities. With various campgrounds to choose from, you can find the perfect spot for your next adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Highland RV Park?

Since Highland RV Park isn't specifically mentioned in the reviews, nearby RV parks offer comparable amenities. Cherry Hill Park provides extensive amenities including clean facilities and a comprehensive orientation to Washington DC attractions, transportation options, and local services. Similarly, Prince William Forest RV Campground features clean bathrooms, a swimming pool, and convenient access to shops and restaurants. Most established RV parks in the Highland area typically offer water and electric hookups, toilet facilities, and are designed to accommodate larger RVs.

Which is the most popular campground near Highland, MD?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Highland, MD is Cherry Hill Park with a 4.8-star rating from 42 reviews.

What parks are near Highland, MD?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near Highland, MD that allow camping, notably Greenbelt Park and Rock Creek Park.

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