7 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Cunningham Falls State Park's pet-friendly campground offers spacious, wooded sites in both the Manor and William Houck areas where dogs are welcome year-round. The park maintains clean facilities with hot showers and well-defined camping pads that accommodate tents, RVs, and cabin stays. Both camping areas feature different amenities - the Manor Area provides more secluded sites with significant space between neighbors, while the William Houck Area offers closer access to the lake and waterfall. Sites are mostly level with crushed stone pads, though some reviewers note the odd-numbered sites on the upper side of the road in Manor Area have significant slope issues that can make RV leveling challenging.
Several hiking trails throughout the park welcome leashed pets, including the path to the park's namesake waterfall. The lake area provides additional recreation opportunities, though it becomes quite crowded during summer months. Campers should be prepared for varying conditions - the park's location near Route 15 means some traffic noise reaches the Manor Area campsites, while the William Houck Area tends to fill quickly during peak season. Bath houses remain open during the main camping season (April through October) with portable facilities available for winter camping. Pet owners should note that while most loops allow pets, the Deer Spring Loop specifically prohibits them - so confirming loop assignments at check-in is a practical step for dog-friendly campsites. Wildlife encounters are common, with numerous visitors reporting deer sightings and some mentioning spiders in the bath houses during warmer months.
"Deer Spring Loop is near the top of the mountain. This is not a pet friendly loop.
Site 112 is level, mostly shaded, backs up to the woods and has electric.
The site is between two cabins."
"This site is at the very top of the loop so it has a great cozy vibe and is spaced well away from other sites. The only downside is that the bathhouse is a walk downhill and then a walk back uphill."
from $23 - $29 / night
"Not a fan of kids running around through sites. The Elderberry and Deer Spring loops are no pets, but I’d like to see a no kids policy too. Kidding!"
"Nestled away in the Catoctin Mountains, it lands further away from Camp David, so the likelihood of it being negatively affected during dignitary or presidential visits is slim."
from $21 - $65 / night
"There are four loops; two with no hookups and no pets allowed, one with no hookups that allow pets and one with electric sites that allow pets."
"My partner and our two dogs loved this campground! We were in the dogwood loop. Positives
* Big, immaculately groomed tent pads
* Mostly tent campers!"
from $23 - $29 / night
"Our campsite was quiet with the creek right behind us and had lots of privacy. This place is a great campground to go during summer as it's tucked in the mountains with lots of tree coverage."
"My only complaint is that the fire ring is a little too close to the main road. This is true for most of the sites. However the tent pad was set back in the woods and it was very peaceful."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $30 / 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"
"It is located in Frederick, about an hour outside of Baltimore and Washington D.C. Though the campground is small, each site looks pretty unique. It offers tent sites, electric sites, and 4 cabins."
"The site was very level, nicely shaded, and positioned a short distance from the bath house. There was also a water spigot located right at the entrance of the site."
from $18 - $50 / 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
"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."
"Kids loved being able to see them and get close and even pet them! This campground is minutes from town and is practically on the battlefield."
"Friendly staff and bonus that it’s pet friendly. Watch out for falling black walnuts in October. We heard them hitting ours and other rigs during our three day stay."
"I always appreciate the near solitude experience of this campground as 90% of the sites are RV sites, that are kept away from the tenting area."
"Tons of activities and even a hiking path. Pet friendly with small dog park. We had civil war soldiers drilling and staying the weekend we were there. Bathrooms are super clean."
"In addition to that, there is a bounce pad, shuffle board, horseshoes, chess, over-sized jenga, playground, dog park, gem mining, basketball, bikes, wood, propane, etc. and they pick up trash daily right"
GuideGreat campsite. Fire pit, picnic table, swimming pool ( not open), miniature golf course, laundromat, bathrooms, showers, dump station, gathering areas for groups, playground, and even a horse area and stalls for horses. Dog friendly. Staff was very helpful and curious.
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.
GuideWe booked two nights mid October not realizing that it's duck hunting season and that hunting is allowed RIGHT by the campground - with kids everywhere. We were jolted out of sleep at 5 am by gun fire right near our site. It kept up for the next hour. In addition, the bathrooms, although clean are in poor condition. Peeling paint everywhere with bare concrete in the showers. For such a pretty site, we had a miserable stay. We left after one night.
GuideWhere we were camping had blown up their dump station. Artillery Ridge helped us out. $10. to dump. If we come to camp in Gettysburg, it will be hear.
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.
GuideThis pet friendly campground in Caledonia State Park is .8 miles from the larger Chinquapin campground (no pets), ranger station and swimming pool. Our site #171 was level, paved, full hook ups and next to modern clean bathrooms with flush toilets, warm showers and outside dish washing sinks. Many available sites with and without services on a Sunday in October. There were a good number of friendly, tidy, long term campers with large wall tents. (They allow 21 day stays after Labor Day)
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.
Cunningham Falls State Park provides two distinct camping areas for pet friendly camping near Libertytown, Maryland. The park sits in the Catoctin Mountains at elevations between 500-1,900 feet, creating diverse terrain for hiking and exploration. Winter temperatures typically range from 20-40°F while summer averages 70-85°F with higher humidity levels, affecting camping comfort throughout the seasons.
Hiking to waterfalls: Access Cunningham Falls via multiple trails ranging from 0.5 to 2.5 miles in length. "We love hiking to the falls, swimming in the lake, visiting Misty Meadow farm and creamery, and relaxing! During peak season, there are nature programs going on," notes a regular visitor of Manor - Cunningham Falls State Park.
Mountain biking options: Explore trails at Gambrill State Park, located 10 miles from Libertytown. The park maintains several multi-use trails marked with blue blazes. One reviewer mentioned, "The trails were great, the pup was tired though," highlighting the exercise potential for both people and pets.
Fall foliage viewing: Plan trips during October for optimal color viewing. "Loved this campground for the scenery during leaf peeping season. Our site was level and well separated from others," reports a visitor who stayed at Cunningham Falls during peak foliage season.
Proximity to DC and Baltimore: Most campgrounds in the area are within 60-90 minutes of major cities. At Little Bennett Campground, a camper appreciated that it's "close to DC, but serene." This accessibility makes these locations popular for weekend getaways.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple campgrounds offer fishing in stocked ponds and streams. "Fishing in the pond-no license required. Creek is cool," notes a visitor to Gambrill State Park Campground, where families can enjoy casual fishing without additional permits.
Level, well-maintained sites: Many campgrounds feature crushed gravel pads that stay stable even after rain. One camper at Cunningham Falls reported, "The site is level and was raked by the hosts before we got there. Really clean and quiet except for some road noise."
Cell service limitations: Coverage varies significantly across campgrounds. At Cunningham Falls, a camper noted, "No service at all with T-Mobile," while at Owens Creek Campground visitors reported better connectivity: "Big positive...cell phone service!"
Weekend crowds: Lakes and beaches become extremely busy during summer weekends. "The beach was too crowded for my liking," mentioned one visitor to Cunningham Falls' Houck Area, suggesting weekday visits for those seeking quieter experiences.
Reservation timing: Popular campgrounds fill quickly during peak seasons. "It books up quickly during peak season!" warns a regular visitor, recommending reservations 6+ months ahead for summer weekends and fall foliage season.
Winter facility limitations: Most campgrounds operate seasonally with reduced services in winter. While Cunningham Falls offers winter camping, note that "bath houses remain open during the main camping season (April through October) with portable facilities available for winter."
Nature programs: Look for ranger-led activities during summer months. "During our stay, several bus loads of children were stopping to take in the historical site," noted a visitor to Owens Creek Campground, highlighting educational opportunities for children.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. At Greenbrier State Park Campground, a visitor mentioned, "My partner and our two dogs loved this campground!" and noted that the campground has playground facilities near some camping loops.
Kid-friendly hiking: Choose shorter trails with interesting features. "The 3-yo had no issues on the trails. The volunteer staff were awesome and extremely helpful," shared a visitor to Cunningham Falls' Houck Area, confirming the suitability for young children.
Swimming options: Lakes provide safe swimming areas during summer. "The lake area provides additional recreation opportunities, though it becomes quite crowded during summer months," notes one reviewer, suggesting early morning or weekday visits for families.
Site slope challenges: Request specific sites based on your RV size and leveling needs. At Ramblin' Pines, a camper mentioned, "The spot he chose was big enough for two tents. The site itself offered the usual fires grill and another cooking grill to cook on which for us came in handy."
Limited dump stations: Not all campgrounds with RV sites have dump stations on-site. One camper at Cunningham Falls warned, "No dump station though!! Dump before you get here."
Loop-specific restrictions: Different camping loops have varying amenities and rules. "D Loop is for RVs, A, B, C&E are tents only," explains a visitor to Little Bennett Campground, helping RVers select appropriate sites.
Electric hookup availability: Electric sites typically require early booking. "We stayed in site #D69 for 4 days. The sites are quiet, very spacious, level, and heavily wooded with 50A service, water and sewer hookup," notes a satisfied RV camper at Little Bennett, where full-hookup sites are available but limited.
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