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Hyattsville, Maryland provides access to a variety of mixed-use campgrounds within a short drive of Washington DC. The camping landscape includes established facilities like Greenbelt Park Campground, Cherry Hill Park, and Patapsco Valley State Park, offering accommodations ranging from tent sites to RV hookups and cabin rentals. Most campgrounds in this region operate as developed sites with designated camping areas rather than dispersed camping, reflecting the suburban character of the area just outside the nation's capital. The proximity to urban areas makes these campgrounds popular bases for exploring DC while still enjoying natural surroundings.
Reservations are required at most campgrounds near Hyattsville, with many transitioning from cash payment systems to online booking platforms. Seasonal availability varies, with some facilities like Lake Fairfax Campground operating from March through September, while others such as Pohick Bay Campground remain open year-round. The region experiences typical mid-Atlantic weather patterns with humid summers and mild winters, though bugs can be a significant consideration during warmer months. Campground amenities differ considerably across the area, with some offering full RV hookups while others maintain more primitive facilities. A recent review noted, "The park is located away from the camping grounds. It has two playgrounds, several picnic tables and a bathroom. The trails are maintained."
Campers consistently highlight the surprising tranquility of these campgrounds despite their proximity to urban areas. Greenbelt Park, for instance, provides a forest setting that feels removed from the surrounding development, with multiple campers describing it as an "oasis" amid the metropolitan region. The campground's location approximately two miles from the nearest Metro station makes it particularly attractive for budget-conscious travelers visiting Washington DC. Several visitors mentioned encountering wildlife such as deer near campgrounds. Common concerns in reviews include bathroom cleanliness, mosquitoes and ticks during summer months, and occasional traffic noise from nearby highways. One camper shared, "Nice spot close to DC. Unfortunately you can hear traffic from the sites, but you can't see anything through the beautiful trees."
Best Campgrounds near Hyattsville (87)
1. Cherry Hill Park
"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."
from $999 / night
Check Availability2. Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park
"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"
from $20 / night
Check Availability3. Lake Fairfax Campground
"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."
from $30 - $70 / night
Check Availability4. Pohick Bay Campground
"We have been camping here for nearly 20 years. Each military tour brought us back to this area so Pohick became our second home. Our kids kayak now older but used to walk the trails as little kids."
"We enjoyed sitting around the campfire at night and walking the dogs down to the water. We were right next to a hiking trail that went down to the water and a beach area."
from $37 - $170 / night
Check Availability5. Washington DC / Capitol KOA
"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."
6. Adventure Bound Washington DC
"We had a fantastic time our 1st time at #AdventureBoundCampingResort in Lothian, Maryland."
"This place is a good place to stay, the laundry room & showers are handy, the pool is large, & it's a 40 minute drive to the capital & the Smithsonian Mall or a 25 minute drive to the closest"
7. Cedarville State Forest
"We picked up the camping registration outside the office at the entrance, no need to speak with anyone. Then we just drove down to our campsite in the family camping loop."
"Forested campground with fairly lengthy but level (and thus beginner friendly) hiking just a short distance away from Washington, DC."
from $30 / night
Check Availability8. Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area
"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."
from $20 - $51 / night
Check Availability9. Bull Run Regional Park
"History buffs will like to explore the park surrounding the campground. Fun little water park within walking distance of all campsites that was great for kids."
"We booked site 136 due to proximity of the playground (traveling with a 5 & 10 yr old). The site was great except the weird parking stops on every site but the pull throughs."
from $43 - $100 / night
Check Availability10. Burke Lake Park Campground
"We stayed Burke lake campground for one night last week. It was very peaceful place. The whole camp ground was very clean and well kept."
"This was my second time going Burke Lake and it was just as enjoyable as the first."
Drive Time
- 16 min from Washington, DC
- 32 min from Baltimore, MD
- 1 hr 16 min from Lexington Park, MD
- 1 hr 24 min from Gettysburg, PA
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Recent Reviews near Hyattsville, MD
597 Reviews of 87 Hyattsville Campgrounds
- hheather B.Scout
Cherry Hill Park
Like a resort
This camp ground is like a resort with 2 pools mini golf splash pad and many other amenities
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Holly B.
GuideCherry Hill Park
My All Time Favorite…so far
This park is top notch. The grounds are immaculate. The staff is friendly and helpful. They have a lovely gift shop. We were in the 400 sites and it was nice and shady. Though you are close to highways I don’t recall hearing and noise. I love that they have shuttles to DC., walking trails and a large dog park. This is my all time favorite park so far and I need to go back.
Jeremy G.
TravelerJoint Base Andrews Military FamCamp
Could be a great campground but......
There are some good things about this Famcamp. It's like a diamond in the rough. If the military would spend some time and money on it, it could be a great campground. One of the greatest points about this campground is its location. You are so close to downtown D.C.! Every RV site (as far as I saw) was a level concrete pad. All sites, except for tent sites, have full electricity. Most sites have sewer and water. Sites 12-18 should be mainly used for the smaller travel trailers. I had an interesting time getting my 35' 5th wheel into the site. Even though I got my RV into the site, I don't have much room for my truck. My site has a picnic table, fire pit, and a grill. Everything is rusted beyond repair. My grill was filled with cigarette butts and my fire pit had trash in it. There is some shade. My site has two trees at the front of the pad on both sides of the RV. My bedroom stays nice and cold and I have a good view for my Starlink in the rear. The sites are close to each other, but there is some space. The good thing is that we are surrounded by the golf course. You don't get much noise from the base, because of the location, and because the FamCamp is surrounded by trees. You can hear the busy road outside the fence but I don't hear it much inside the RV. Every once in a while you'll hear an aircraft... but this is an air base, it's expected. We were told the community laundry was not working and to use the base laundry mat. Finally, one of the best parts about the campground, is the lady at outdoor rec that is in charge of the Famcamp. She is very nice and helpful. She will try to assist you with anything you need from directions to useful tips.
- AAimee K.Traveler
Washington DC / Capitol KOA
Good location
Nice campground, maintained very well and clean. Laundry room and Propane fill on site so that was nice. RV Site was fairly level and easy to get into. Some sites are a bit close together and not long enough to keep your tow vehicle hooked up. A bit inconvenient if you’re only there for 1 night.
Matt S.
LegendBay 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.
Phillip H.GuideHarpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA
Harper’s Ferry KOA
The sites are close together. The park was not full Mother’s Day weekend. It is a very nice park. The bathhouses were clean. The amenities were good although we didn’t utilize them. The national historic site was very close and we walked over day 1 rode our bikes day 2. The C&O canal is accessible but you must walk your bike across the lower town bridge and carry it down the stairs. This section of the trail was very good and we completed 38 miles.
- ccara S.Scout
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.
- FFredrick K.Traveler
Marble Quarry Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
Great place to get some peace and quiet
If youre looking for fun and people, go to the south campground. But if youre looking for true quiet and have a tent, check out the dispersed campsites. Good shower and bathroom setup that i bet would fare well in a tornado, its got that solid storm shelter feel. Next to a quiet airport, plenty of free firewood to gather
Guide to Hyattsville
Camping sites near Hyattsville, Maryland range from simple tent facilities to fully equipped RV destinations, with most located within a 30-minute drive of the city. The region sits at elevations of 50-300 feet above sea level, creating moderately hilly terrain with several stream valleys cutting through the camping areas. During summer, temperatures regularly exceed 90°F with high humidity, making spring and fall the most comfortable camping seasons.
What to do
Waterpark adventures: 5-7 miles away at Lake Fairfax Campground, where families can combine camping with water recreation. "There's a water park, paddle boats, playgrounds, trails, skate park, sports fields, and the bathrooms are the nicest I've ever seen," notes Brittany V. in her review of Lake Fairfax Campground.
Disc golf courses: accessible year-round at Pohick Bay Campground. "Pohick Bay is my go-to weekend camping spot. Just a few miles outside DC, Pohick Bay is a hidden gem in the area. I'd recommend taking in a game of disc golf on their 18 hole course," recommends Rachel L. from her experiences at Pohick Bay Campground.
Nature scavenger hunts: family-friendly activity found at Bull Run Regional Park. "The campground had a climbing wall on one afternoon. There are miles of trails and my gkids enjoyed the nature scavenger hunt. You even get a prize when you finish," shared Bridget H. in her review of the park's family programming.
River swimming: seasonal opportunities throughout Patapsco Valley State Park. "You can also gain access to the Patapsco River by traveling down into the river valley along the Forest Glen Trail. This trail follows the Saw Mill Branch Stream and can connect with several trails to make for very interesting hiking adventures," explains Rachel S.
What campers like
Proximity to DC transportation options: Cherry Hill Park offers convenient transit access. "Great for camping if u want to go into Washington DC... Plan and reserve you DC tours right at the campground. No need to drive anywhere, the tour buses pick you up at the park!" explains Jason E. in his review of Cherry Hill Park.
Urban seclusion: surprisingly quiet settings at Greenbelt Park despite nearby development. "This is an urban oasis. Traffic can be heard but not seen. Weekdays are pretty quiet in this campground," reports a camper named Becky. "Beautiful campground, fairly large with 4 separate loops. Loop A is for organized groups/youth/scouts, Loop B is for tents and RVs under 30 ft, Loop C is for tents, and Loop D is for tents and RVs under 35 ft," adds Laura M. about Greenbelt Park Campground.
Varied terrain options: from wooded sites to open meadows. "The sites are pretty close together but enough space to do your thing and lots of woods around for shade and hammocks," notes Nick C. about the camping environment at Greenbelt Park Campground.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: common in several area parks. "We had a nice stay overlooking the marsh. The small crabs were skittering around the campsite and birds perched in the marsh," shares Caleb S. about his experience at Patapsco Valley State Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Hyattsville, MD?
Which is the most popular campground near Hyattsville, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hyattsville, MD is Cherry Hill Park with a 4.8-star rating from 44 reviews.
What parks are near Hyattsville, MD?
What parks are near Hyattsville, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near Hyattsville, MD that allow camping, notably Greenbelt Park and Rock Creek Park.
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