Best Campgrounds near Ironsides, MD

Looking for the best campgrounds near Ironsides, MD? Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Ironsides campgrounds just for you. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Ironsides and user-submitted reviews.

Best Camping Sites Near Ironsides, Maryland (85)

    1. Pohick Bay Campground

    39 Reviews
    Lorton, VA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 339-6104

    $37 - $170 / night

    "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."

    2. Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park

    31 Reviews
    Dumfries, VA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 221-7181

    $26 / night

    "The Oak Ridge campgrounds at Prince William Forest Park are a lovely little campground just outside Washington DC. The sites were large, the facilities are clean and the staff friendly and helpful."

    "Showers are in loop B, which is a 5-7 minute walk. During holiday weekends the sites closest to the shower facilities are fully booked and have less privacy."

    3. Prince William Forest RV Campground — Prince William Forest Park

    17 Reviews
    Dumfries, VA
    13 miles
    +1 (703) 221-2474

    "Adjacent to Prince William Forest, near shops and restaurants, and less than an hour away from Washington, DC. Good nature getaway from the city."

    "Restrooms/showers: very clean, spacious, centrally located."

    4. Smallwood State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED THROUGH JULY 2023

    9 Reviews
    Marbury, MD
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 432-2267

    $27 - $65 / night

    "They are in short distance from the water. There is a playground, bathhouse, and historical buildings that are accessible to campers. There are hiking trials, but none are two extensive."

    "Nice trails, water sports available, and historic landmarks"

    5. Leesylvania State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Dumfries, VA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 730-8205

    $15 - $18 / night

    "Close to me so theres nothing new"

    "Good for a day use, parking is full most of the time but have a lot of space to park you may have to walk but you will find one spot..."

    6. Caledon State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    King George, VA
    10 miles
    Website

    "Caledon was an amazing adventure that’s so close to Fredericksburg. It’s a nice 3 mile hike to the campsite which is right by the Potomac river! They have porta Johns and a pavilion close by."

    "Porta pottie right next to wood pile. You’re not supposed to setup anything outside of the “tent pads”. I had a hammock hung and three rangers saw but didn’t say anything."

    7. Bull Run Regional Park

    42 Reviews
    Iron Gate, VA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 631-0550

    $43 - $100 / night

    "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."

    8. Cedarville State Forest

    17 Reviews
    Brandywine, MD
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 888-1410

    $30 / night

    "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."

    9. Westmoreland State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Montross, VA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (804) 493-8821

    "The sites we have stayed at have all been super clean and close to bathrooms and water. They include a fire ring, picnic table and a hook for your trash. The bathrooms are clean and have hot showers."

    "The park is well off the beaten path, but has plenty of historic and other attractions near by."

    10. Burke Lake Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Burke, VA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 323-6600

    "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."

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Recent Reviews near Ironsides, MD

540 Reviews of 85 Ironsides Campgrounds


  • j
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Lake Anna State Park Campground

    Nice space

    Great space for rvs and tents. Cabins and yurts available, bath house clean, but toilet paper is thinner than dry onion skin. Beach area is 1/2 mile paved walk. Beach very crowded on weekends.

  • Werner S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Aquia Pines Campground

    Good stopover near the highway but hidden between the trees

    We where forced land-inwards because of tropical storm Erin (potential hurricane hitting the Outer Banks). So we decided to visit Washington DC and had a stopover here. It was conveniently located. Terrain is not flat but our spot was well levelled. There is a big dog (and an older gentleman) in the office to welcome you. Full hook up was oké and our spot was nicly secluded between the trees.

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 29, 2025

    Christopher Run Campground

    Very big, a little rough- no internet

    This is a big campground that caters to boaters on Lake Anna. We probably made a mistake coming on a holiday weekend. Many “holiday” campers with extra vehicles, boats and people! The sites are good size, but not very level. We did finally get ours squared away. Mostly wooded, with shade. Our site D9, backed up to a small wooded section. Some full hookups. Tent sites, numerous semi-permanent people. Showers and bathrooms are clean, hot water, but it’s timed, so you have to keep pushing their buttons to continue a shower. They have everyone sign a waiver to release them of liabilities. Never had anyone do that before. Playground, beach, mini golf, canoe rental, boat slips, laundry, convenience store. NO INTERNET

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 8, 2025

    A World Away Farm LLC

    Great folks. Inexpensive for full hookup.

    They have a farm with chickens, ducks, horses etc for our 7 yr old to enjoy. She got to feed the chickens, gather eggs and offer carrots to the beautiful horses. Wonderful people ❤️. We will be back next year.

  • 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!

  • Josey F.
    Jun. 30, 2025

    Greenville Farm Family Campground

    Wonderful!

    We are repeat customers and come here with our troops. Nice mix of RV and tent campers. Quiet. Trails, creek, pool, fishing ponds (back end), batheooms, etc, great rates. No firewood- need to bring your own.

  • L
    Jun. 22, 2025

    Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park

    Nice Little Campground

    Decent little campground! It was quiet aside from occasional air traffic noise, and while there wasn't much spacing between some camp sites everyone was respectful. My spot was a little difficult to find because the online park map was incorrect, and the spot was basically an extended shoulder of the road. Checking in was a breeze, though!

  • Edward S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 22, 2025

    Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA

    Small and quiet

    We stayed here for one night for our travel home. Not far off i95, plenty of signage telling you where to go.

    Once here it's tucked away nicely away from everything, sites feel spacious enough and mostly level on their own.

    Pool facility looks clean and good size for all to enjoy. With a playground right next to it and a small mining operation for the kiddos.

    Will likely be back to explore the area more!


Guide to Ironsides

Camping near Ironsides, Maryland, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Explore the trails: Many campgrounds, like Bull Run Regional Park, have great trails for hiking. One visitor mentioned, "The playground and trails were nice; kids really enjoyed the chance to take in nature."
  • Visit historical sites: If you're near Pohick Bay Campground, you can easily drive to nearby historical battle sites. A camper noted, "We were able to drive to a DC Metro station easily - 30 minutes."
  • Fishing and kayaking: At Burke Lake Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and kayaking. One happy camper said, "The park offers a lake for fishing and kayaking."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms. A visitor at Pohick Bay Campground remarked, "The bathrooms were cleaner than any other campground we have stayed in."
  • Friendly staff: Many campers enjoy the helpfulness of the staff. One reviewer at Lake Fairfax Campground mentioned, "The Rangers were helpful."
  • Fun activities: Campgrounds like Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA offer plenty of activities for kids. A camper noted, "Kid-focused park. Lots of activities."

What you should know:

  • Noise levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy. A camper at Pohick Bay Campground complained, "This place is so noisy with these helicopters that fly 24/7."
  • Site spacing: Campsites can be close together, especially at places like Burke Lake Park Campground. One visitor said, "Some of the sites can look pretty close together."
  • Limited amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. A reviewer at Oak Ridge Campground mentioned, "No water or electricity!"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose family-friendly sites: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities for kids. A parent at Westmoreland State Park Campground said, "Great playground with plenty of other kids."
  • Plan for bathroom access: Make sure your campsite is near bathrooms, especially with little ones. One camper at Lake Fairfax Campground appreciated, "Bathrooms are close by and kept clean."
  • Pack snacks and drinks: Having food on hand can make things easier. A visitor at Cedarville State Forest suggested, "Bring your own starters and kindling."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Prince William Forest RV Campground noted, "Sites are very small (short, so you will have to unhook)."
  • Look for full hookups: If you need water and electricity, choose campgrounds that offer these amenities. A camper at Fredericksburg-Washington DC KOA mentioned, "Nice size spots. Lake on site."
  • Be prepared for limited Wi-Fi: Many campgrounds have poor internet access. A visitor at Prince William Forest RV Campground said, "Wi-Fi is almost non-existent."

Camping near Ironsides, Maryland, has something for everyone, from families to RVers. Just be sure to check the specific amenities and features of each campground to find the best fit for your trip!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Ironsides, MD?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Ironsides, MD is Pohick Bay Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 39 reviews.

What parks are near Ironsides, MD?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Ironsides, MD that allow camping, notably Prince William Forest Park and George Washington Memorial Parkway.