Trap Pond State Park Campground is situated in Laurel, Delaware, approximately 25 miles from Hollywood, Maryland. The campground sits within a rare freshwater bald cypress swamp forest at around 20 feet above sea level. Winter temperatures average between 30-45°F while summer temperatures typically range from 75-90°F with higher humidity levels.
What to do
Kayaking and canoeing in cypress forests: Rent boats directly from Trap Pond to explore the unique waterways. "My sons and I spent four nights on the island site and loved it. We walked around the pond and rented boats and kayaks for the day and rowed back to our site which the kids loved. They got to spend the day learning to paddle on the pond," shares Lucia B.
Fishing opportunities: Cast your line at Pocomoke River State Park for guaranteed catches in well-stocked waters. "I always catch fish here, but not so lucky elsewhere! Lol," reports one regular visitor to Pocomoke River State Park Campground.
Beach and wild pony viewing: Combine beach time with wildlife observation at Assateague Island. "Falling asleep to the sounds of the ocean is one of the relaxing thing there is. Waking to see wild horses each morning is an experience I'll never forget," notes Paully B. from Assateague State Park Campground.
What campers like
Free bicycle rentals: Trap Pond offers complimentary bikes for exploring trails. "They also had a bike shed where you can sign out bikes for free for the day which was super neat," mentions Lucia B. about her stay at Trap Pond State Park Campground.
Clean, modern bathhouses: Multiple campgrounds maintain exceptional facilities. "Truly the best bathhouse we've ever seen at a campground! Not only clean - but modern and new. The bathhouse area also has a great dishwashing station (with garbage disposal!)," reports Sarah G. about her experience at Milburn Landing.
Proximity to attractions: Many campgrounds serve as ideal base camps for exploring regional highlights. "This park is within an hour's drive (or less) to Ocean City, Historic Berlin, Chincoteague, Assateague, Wallops Island, and many other popular destinations," explains Jen V. about Pocomoke River State Park Shad Landing.
What you should know
Bug preparation essential: Insect levels vary dramatically by season and location. "We visited in May - it was very windy and a bit cold, but no bugs! The best thing about this place are the sparkling clean bathrooms with flush toilets and free hot water showers," notes Melanie at Assateague State Park.
Wildlife interactions: Animals may approach campsites seeking food. "The horses are giant trash pandas. They're smart and can open latches so do bring bungee cords, kayak straps, or ratchet straps to lock all of your food in cases or coolers," advises Tony P. from Oceanside Assateague National Seashore.
Seasonal considerations: Weather impacts camping comfort significantly. "Ranger said the flies can be really bad in the summer but early and late season are great," shares one camper at Milburn Landing Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Water activities for children: Select campgrounds with swimming options. "Free bike rentals allow campers to explore the 4.5-mile trail around the pond with their leashed pets. We've camped here twice and have had great experiences! The sites are spacious, the bathhouses are clean, and we really enjoy the river view," reports Shanna S.
Look for educational opportunities: Nature centers provide learning experiences. "Has a Nature Center, very nice campground and clean bath houses. Has events for children for Easter and at the Nature Center," says Penny K. about her stay at Bayside Assateague National Seashore.
Playground access: Some campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. "Loop A contains a playground area making it ideal for families with children and pets. The park has programs and we painted a picture of Chuck the Owl (he was our model) which was fun," shares a camper at Pocomoke River State Park.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Be prepared with leveling equipment at certain dog friendly campgrounds near Hollywood. "Sites are fairly spacious and have an interesting semi-circle pull through layout so backing in not required. They are not level and have a sandy base so it took a bit of work to finally get the rig level, even with auto-levelers," reports Jim G.
Size restrictions: Larger RVs face limitations at some campgrounds. "Very nice family friendly campground. The roads around campground are narrow with large trees lining the road. A big rig would have difficulty parking if not on a specific site. Would strongly suggest only tents, pop ups and travel trailers under 30'," advises Terri N. from Milburn Landing Campground.
Hookup availability: Electric access varies across pet-friendly campgrounds in the region. "30 amp service available on Acorn Trail and Deer Run. No water or sewer hookups but there is a dump station at park entrance with a water fillup spot. RV sites are very tight. Anything over 35' in my opinion will be hard to get into sites," says Jason B.
