5 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Cherry Hill Park and Washington DC/Capitol KOA welcome pets at their campgrounds near Jessup, providing tent sites, RV spots, and pet-friendly cabins for traveling animal companions. Both campgrounds maintain clean facilities with electricity, water hookups, and sewer connections that accommodate campers with dogs. The Capitol KOA features a dedicated dog exercise area where pets can run around and exercise—a feature many campgrounds lack. Campers staying at Patapsco Valley State Park's Hilton Area appreciate the well-maintained grounds and access to numerous hiking trails suitable for pets on leashes. The staff at Washington DC/Capitol KOA receives consistently positive reviews for their friendly and helpful service, creating a comfortable atmosphere for families with pets.
Multiple dog-friendly trails connect to the campgrounds, giving pet owners ample opportunities for exercise and exploration. The Patapsco Valley trails offer pleasant walks along streams and through forested areas perfect for leashed pets. Campgrounds enforce standard pet policies including keeping dogs leashed when outside designated exercise areas, proper waste disposal, and respecting quiet hours to prevent excessive barking. When planning summer visits, campers should note that tent sites at Washington DC/Capitol KOA can be quite warm with limited shade, potentially uncomfortable for pets sensitive to heat. Most facilities provide trash receptacles specifically for pet waste, and campground stores stock basic pet supplies for emergency needs.
"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."
"Great location with access to all forms of transportation. Store fully stocked to include groceries. Two pools. Hot tub. Play areas to include a game room and miniature golf. "
Available next weekend
from $999 / night
"The park is located away from the camping grounds. It has two play grounds, several picnic tables and a bathroom."
"If you are really looking for somewhere to feel far away from civilization and see some beautiful scenery, this probably isn't it."
Available next weekend
from $20 / 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."
from $20 - $51 / night
"We did not take our dog this time with us but would seriously consider it next time."
"The location worked for my trip but not sure it’s that convenient to DC."
"Pet friendly. Very quiet. I only gave it 4 stars because the camp sites are too close together. Fire pits were well designed, bathrooms were relatively clean."
"It may be close to suburbia (a neighborhood right through the trees) and convenient to major highways (literal minutes to I95), but you will feel like you are truly secluded in the woods."
from $19 - $27 / night
"We love all the games there are to play and the dog park is our favorite spot. Overall, it's peaceful and quiet in a nice, wooded setting."
"We stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick."
from $30 - $70 / night
"My wife and I were trying to find an RV location near the Annapolis city dock for a boat show and found Pine Tree Associates."
"Camping fees include access to a large outdoor pool, an indoor pool and a hot tub. There is room for tenting and campers."
from $30 - $55 / night
"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"
from $150 - $200 / night
TravelerClose to washington as we could get. Could also park our skoolie bus which was nice and had plenty of close by shower with bathrooms. Keep in mind only one shower per restroom house. We stayed at a pretty slow season so it wasn’t bad. Would recommend if visiting DC! They also have a dump station and water fill up.
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.
ScoutWe stayed in site #133 with our 34'10" travel trailer/toy hauler. Overall, we really like the site. It's spacious, fairly level, heavily wooded, and feels surprisingly private. There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation. We had a nice large area for our chairs, fire pit, picnic table, and dogs. The biggest thing to know about #133 is the approach. We were instructed to pass the site, go around the loop, and then make a left turn into it. With our nearly 35' trailer, that would have required an extremely tight, almost 90-degree turn between the trees, and we did not feel we could safely make it. There is actually visible damage on one of the trees at the entrance, so it appears others may have had difficulty with the turn as well. Instead, we approached from the opposite direction and positioned the camper with our doors facing the main campsite area. That put the water and electric hookups on the opposite side, but our hoses and cord were long enough to run underneath the camper and reach without a problem. Once we figured that out, the site worked very well for us. I initially thought we probably wouldn't choose #133 again because of the awkward setup, but after spending the weekend here, I would. Now that we know how to approach and position our trailer, it really is a nice site. If you're bringing a longer travel trailer, just be prepared to do a little maneuvering and make sure your water hose and electrical cord have enough length if you decide to orient your camper the way we did.
ScoutSimple and friendly check in process. Clean and well-maintained site.
GuideSpent two nights while we saw the Avett Brothers play at Wolf Trap. Nice flat site with power. Campground was quiet and clean. The only negative is communication and signage. It took us a couple wrong turns to find our site and when we came back, after the concert around 11, the entrance gate was closed and we had to sneak in through the exit gate. Asked the next day and they said that is what campers do to access the park after 11pm.
GuideThis is a great camping spot. The sites aren’t too close together and the hosts are very friendly. The only reason I gave it four stars is because we are near a highway so you can hear cars throughout the night. But the crickets make up for it by being as loud as possible. With the fees, it cost $25 for a non-electric site and with access to showers after a long trek I was happy to pay.
RangerWe stayed at Redemption Springs to get relatively close to Baltimore without bringing our 30ft travel trailer into the city. Seth and the other gentlemen I spoke with were all extremely accommodating. Enjoyed learning about their approach to restorative farming and purchasing a variety of treats at the farm store. Beef, pork, chicken, seasonings, baked goods, and more. We booked on Hipcamp and recommend following his driving instructions. Our rig fit fine by tuhe main barn and they kept an eye on us going in and out to make sure we didn't have issues making any of the turns. Lots of farm life!
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.
GuideIf you want to be near Annapolis, right on the Severn River...this is it. About 15 RV spots nestled in the woods...with full hook ups. A couple of primitive spots as well. Just a quick 5 min walk to the river...right across from the Academy. NEX, gas within 10 min walk, and 15 min drive to downtown Annapolis. Staff is always great here, and the park is clean....for a park on the woods.
Located approximately 20 miles southwest of Baltimore, Jessup offers access to multiple pet-friendly camping destinations within a 30-minute drive radius. The area features suburban woodland environments with mixed deciduous forests at elevations between 200-300 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures average 85-90°F during peak camping season from June through September, with moderate rainfall throughout the year.
Hiking with pets: Patapsco Valley State Park's Hollofield Area connects to numerous trails where leashed dogs can explore. "There is a lot of history associated with the River and the area. You can even swim in this river. Fishing looked like fun too but we didn't have time," notes one visitor to Patapsco Valley State Park-Hollofield Area.
Nature exploration: Greenbelt Park offers quiet trails within an urban setting. "This is an urban oasis. Traffic can be heard but not seen. Weekdays are pretty quiet in this campground," says a camper at Greenbelt Park Campground. The park contains established hiking routes through mature eastern woodland.
Visit DC with pets: Several campgrounds function as pet-friendly bases for exploring Washington DC. "The park itself is safe, quiet, permitting some nice treks through the woods. The other great thing about it that you can spend entire days at the always-free Smithsonian museums and still fall asleep in the woods," one camper explains about Greenbelt Park.
Seasonal variety: Fall and spring camping near Jessup provides moderate temperatures ideal for pet activities. A visitor to Cherry Hill Park appreciated that "You get what you pay for. This campground has so much to offer. We loved it." The review highlighted amenities including "50 amp hook-up, water, sewer, playground, mini golf, swimming pool, hot tub."
Proximity to services: Many campgrounds maintain access to urban conveniences while offering forest settings. "We really loved road biking to the nearby H Mart to have fun shopping and browsing their unique selection," explains a reviewer at Patapsco Valley State Park-Hollofield Area, noting it's "a super large Korean store packed with fruits, vegetables, seafood."
Public transportation access: For pet owners who need to leave their animals at camp while visiting non-pet locations. At Little Bennett Campground, "There is a very nice network of trails, most if not all were leashed dog friendly," according to a camper who gave the park five stars.
Reservation requirements: Most pet-friendly campgrounds require advance bookings, especially during peak season. "Reserve online - this is a NO CASH facility which means you CANNOT pay upon arrival so you will have to do so online," advises a reviewer at Greenbelt Park Campground.
Site spacing concerns: Some campgrounds offer less privacy between sites. "The sites are pretty close together but enough space to do your thing and lots of woods around for shade and hammocks," mentions a camper at Greenbelt Park Campground.
Weather impacts: Summer heat affects comfort for pets at many sites. "Sites were well-maintained, including lavatories. Plenty of tree cover. NOTE: park service forbade tying lines or straps to the trees at the time of our visit, so if you favor hammock camping or deploying tarps/ridgelines, plan accordingly," warns a camper at Greenbelt Park.
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