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Adventure Bound Washington DC campground offers full hookups and pet-friendly tent, RV, and cabin camping 16 minutes from Lothian in a convenient location between Washington DC and Annapolis. Pets must be leashed when outside camping units. The campground features spacious sites with a mix of gravel and grass areas. Guests note the campground has many long-term residents, with about 60% being contractors working in the DC area. Cherry Hill Park, located 34 minutes north, offers more extensive pet amenities with dedicated dog walking areas. Washington DC/Capitol KOA Holiday in Millersville provides pet-friendly tent sites, RV sites, and cabins with clean facilities and recreation options including a pool, playground, and jumping pillow.
Nearby Lacy Oasis Campground features private tent and glamping sites where pets are welcome in a quiet, peaceful setting with trail access. While pet owners enjoy the campground's serene environment, they should note the limited bathroom facilities, with portable toilets rather than permanent structures. The campground has picnic tables, fire pits, and offers trash collection. Pine Tree Associates Nudist Club offers another unique camping option where pets are allowed, though visitors should be comfortable with the clothing-optional environment. The campground provides electric hookups, water access, clean showers, and toilets, making it suitable for tent camping, RVs, and cabins while exploring the Lothian and Annapolis region with pets.
"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."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"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"
"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. "
"As we looked around we found that all of the sites, regardless of amenities, were spaced about the same."
from $999 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Forested campground with fairly lengthy but level (and thus beginner friendly) hiking just a short distance away from Washington, DC."
"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."
from $30 / night
Check Availability"Whether you are an adult or a child, this place will have a positive effect on you. The owners are involved and designed this space with the visitors pleasure in mind."
from $90 - $190 / night
Check Availability"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
Check Availability"Very spartan but great location. Not much to do in the campground and some long timers there. Dirt cheap"
"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."
"This is a pet friendly campground. There's a lot to do out at the whole park, and its worth exploring (we just didn't have time). I'm sure its so pretty out near the water."
from $37 - $170 / night
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TravelerThe staff and seasonal campers are all very friendly. The bathrooms are incredibly clean. 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.
TravelerOur first visit (March 2018) was just prior to peak season (lower rates) and we had a site literally 10 ft. from the water! Full hook ups and sites were a little close, but nice. There seemed to be a lot of long term/permanent residents, but most sites along the waterfront remained open. The campground seemed to stress pet restrictions both in the rules section of their registration packet and signage around the grounds. There was a pet exercise/walking area, but could use some sprucing up. However, no one really made an issue of walking your dog around the campground and as the weekend came around, more and more dogs were around.
You have to drive through a residential neighborhood to reach Bar Harbor, so big rigs take care/caution. Would like to try Bar Harbor again sometime.
RangerThis is a campers dream site. Everything you can think of is offered here. You have to check their website to see all. This is the closest site to Washington DC. 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. Pets are pampered here. Even dog walking service available.
LegendCherry Hill Park was easy to find and get to basically right off I-95. This was our first time RVing into the WA DC area and we were concerned about traffic getting to the campground(CG). As we arrived, traffic was heavy on I-95 but manageable. Cherry Hill’s and our RV GPS directions were spot on getting us to the park. We were very impressed with this CG from the moment we entered. We picked up our package outside the office(no contact check-in) and went to premium site 93 with FHUs. Back-in was easy. The wifi was very good but the CG was only about a 1/4 full. Cherry Hill has many different ways to stay; cottages, cabins, yurts, glamping pods, premium and regular tent sites in addition to the RV sites. As we looked around we found that all of the sites, regardless of amenities, were spaced about the same. There are a few sites in the CG on the end that will give you a little more yard space like 97(need to be a competent backer), 402, and 1723. We got 2 bars each on Verizon and AT&T. The CG’s cable provided a large selection of channels and worked well. We were impressed with the main laundry facility due to the amount of large washers and dryers, very fair pricing and very clean. The two off leash dog parks(in the same area) were nice plus there’s a well maintained walking trail that goes around this very large CG’s perimeter. We really liked how there are trash receptacles and dog poopy bag dispensers nicely placed all over the CG. Though we didn’t use it, they even have a dog walker service so you can spend a lot of time exploring the DC area without worrying about your pups. About the only draw back was the road noise from the interstate and highway pretty much 24/7, but considering the area that is to be expected. Sites 13-38 and 1500 sites near the premium tent area are the farthest away from the road noise. We would definitely stay here again.
GuideIf you, like me, hate making reservations over the phone, it was worth it! Quick, simple, painless process.
Restrooms/showers: very clean, spacious, centrally located. My spot was in the back row and I didn't mind the walk
Lots: lots are really staggered/ set back from each other so feels like you have more space. Average lot size in general, but the set back feels like you have more space. It wasn't crowded either way, especially given on a weekend
Small pool
Wifi: don't plan on being able to have work zoom calls or really much on it for that matter
Cell service: I can confirm Verizon and Google fi have great service. I would imagine any other carrier would work just as well.
Area: the surrounding area is really bikeable
Hookups: I had a 30amp hookup with no issues. They also have up to 50amp full hookups. All of them looked well maintained.
Staff: super friendly; great check in experience They have a dog park but didn't get a chance to check it out.
Overall: great experience, would recommend
ScoutThese campground is a great find. The sites are well spaced, and while on the smaller side they’re very private with woods between each one. Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. The other campers were all respectful and observed pet policy and quiet hours. I have a reactive dog and he did well here! We’ll be back!
GuideThis campground is perfect for a quiet visit to the Eastern shore town of Rock Hall as It sits conveniently between the village of Rock Hall and Eastern Neck sanctuary. The area reserved for RV campsites overlooks a bluff on the Chesapeake Bay….gorgeous. Because we went in the middle of the week, we had a lot of space to our self and open areas for our dog to play. Admittedly there isn’t a lot to do in the campground itself, even the bathrooms were closed down for Covid and only self contained RVs could camp.There is a small playground and a dog park, and a small pond for fishing. Sewer hook ups are not yet available but they are coming. Purchasing the WiFi access was a waste of money and our Verizon signal was very weak. The biggest attraction is the view over the Bay. So if you are looking for beautiful scenery and a cooling breeze this is a lovely and relaxing place. We met the owner who was very attentive to our needs and also helped us use the dump station as this was the maiden voyage with our new RV. The campground is clean and nicely landscaped. Be sure to go into the town of rock Hall for a seafood dinner at Waterman’s.
ScoutThe park is located away from the camping grounds. It has two play grounds, several picnic tables and a bathroom. The bathroom is a average out door bathroom with no A.C. and the floor always seems to be wet, but I never had an issue with no toliet paper. The trails are maintained. You could tell there was even some work in progress spots. Wish there were some doggie bag stations just for the trash can. The trail comes close to the road enough times that it could be a great add for a visitor who brings pets and staff would not have to hike in to hike out a bag of garbage.
LegendWe stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick. The campground is quite large with lots of seasonal sites but there are some transient spaces that can accommodate big-rigs. In addition to RV sites, there are tent sites and cabins.
We stayed in one of the transient sites (#FR14) across from the RV storage lot. It was a long gravel back-in with 50-amp FHU. The water hook-up is in a pit so it doesn’t freeze so look under the cover. It can be a bit difficult to reach and you have to get on the ground to hook-up. Based on the location of the spigot, we were not able to attach our water filter (we drank the tap water anyway and it was good). The electric worked fine and were able to reach the sewer with our 20’ hose. The view out of our front window was of the storage lot which was not the most scenic. However, parking in the FR row is the easiest place for big-rigs to park since some roads in the park are tight and hard to navigate with the trees and with the two-way traffic.
There are lots of amenities and it seems some people come here for the activities and things to do. It is a destination for many campers. They have lots of themed events, the most popular being the entire month of October celebrating like Halloween. They set up a haunted walk through the woods, have pumpkin carving, trick or treating, a costume contest, haunted hayride, and site decoration contest every weekend. If you want to camp on the weekends– book early because we found it very difficult to get a reservation during October and you have to pay in full and there are no refunds for cancellations. Other weekends have live music, bingo, hayrides, cornhole tournaments, crafts, and more. Basically, there is something every weekend.
Huge fishing pond, shuffleboard, horseshoes, large dog park with agility, game room, playgrounds, jump pillow, heated swimming pool, and exercise room (which was decent but didn’t have a television to occupy your time), 18-hole mini golf. A short but nice hiking trail winds through the woods and is nice for walking dogs. There is a large covered pavilion with picnic tables for big gatherings. There is free Wi-Fi but it doesn’t reach sites in the back of the campground. Wi-Fi is great if you are near the office/store. The camp store is fairly large with some food/beverage items, t-shirts, large amount of RV supplies, and misc. other items. There is a coffee maker with free coffee.
Camping options near Lothian range from tent sites to full RV hookups with convenient access to Washington DC, Annapolis, and Chesapeake Bay. The region experiences humid summers with average temperatures reaching 87°F from June through August, while spring and fall offer milder conditions. Most campgrounds in the area sit at elevations of 100-300 feet above sea level, providing a mix of wooded and open terrain for campers.
Explore the American Discovery Trail: Greenbelt Park Campground provides access to the American Discovery Trail that runs through the park. "Oh, and bonus, the American Discovery Trail (ADT) passes through the park," notes camper Becky, who appreciates being able to experience a "getaway feeling without being too far from home."
Visit DC by public transportation: Cherry Hill Park offers excellent transportation options to explore the nation's capital without driving. "Take the METRO if you are going into the District. There are two stations very close to camp (Greenbelt and University Park). Rides vary depending on how far you are going but on average I spent about $10 per day on METRO versus $20-$40 on parking in the district," advises Crystal C.
Enjoy water activities: Pohick Bay Regional Park lets campers experience boating on the Potomac River. "Boating in summer from kayaks to motorboats" is available according to Anne K., making this park a great option for water enthusiasts seeking pet-friendly camping near Lothian.
Urban wilderness experience: Greenbelt Campground offers a natural setting despite its urban location. "This is an urban oasis. Traffic can be heard but not seen. Weekdays are pretty quiet in this campground," writes Becky. Another camper notes, "There is plenty of space between camp site clusters. The park itself is safe, quiet, permitting some nice treks through the woods."
Swimming options: Washington DC/Capitol KOA provides swimming facilities that guests appreciate. "They have a nice area for kids (pool, playground, jumping pillow, basketball courts, giant chess, etc)," mentions Elise M. The campground maintains clean facilities that make it popular for families looking for dog-friendly camping options near Lothian.
Natural encounters: Cedarville State Forest offers wildlife viewing opportunities close to camp. "Saw a snake, alligator snapping turtle, and rabbits, before we even reached the gates," reports Ben J., who appreciated the "moderate privacy and space, especially considering how close it is to DC."
Resident population: Many Lothian area campgrounds host long-term residents. At Adventure Bound Washington DC, "60% were long term residents of the campground," according to Harold C., who noted many are "working in DC using the campground as their residence, leaving 5ish because of traffic to be encountered."
Bugs and ticks: Prepare for insects, especially in wooded areas. At Cedarville State Forest, one camper warns, "LOTS and LOTS of ticks. I got one, but my wife and dog got about a dozen each. Just bring tweezers." Insect repellent is essential for comfortable pet-friendly camping experiences.
Seasonal crowds: Sandy Point State Park experiences heavy crowds during peak summer months. "This park is extremely crowded and very dirty during the summer season," notes Christina E. Another visitor recommends, "The best times to go are winter, spring, and fall," making these seasons better for those seeking quieter pet camping near Lothian.
Look for recreational amenities: Washington DC/Capitol KOA Holiday offers multiple activities for children. "They have a nice area for kids (pool, playground, jumping pillow, basketball courts, giant chess, etc)," shares Elise M. The campground also schedules family activities that keep children engaged throughout their stay.
Consider camping schedules: Pohick Bay Regional Park offers organized activities for children. One camper explains, "They had a scavenger hunt for the kids going all weekend, they had an outdoor movie scheduled for Friday night, a campfire story time scheduled for Saturday night and crafts scheduled for Sunday morning."
Select sites strategically: When camping with children, location matters. "We got a site on the inner loop and it backed to the playground and the bathhouse," notes Ben G. at Pohick Bay, adding that "the campground was quiet which is nice" for families with young children.
Assess site conditions: Adventure Bound Washington DC has mixed site quality. One camper notes, "Sites were very close. The site was part Gravel and mostly mud/grass. There was trash on site." Another mentions, "Our sight was one of the few semi-isolated," suggesting RVers should request specific sites when making reservations.
Consider arrival timing: At Adventure Bound, Matthew S. advises, "Do not try and come in after dark. Very tight and very dark." This is important for RVers bringing pets who need to navigate narrow access roads.
Check leveling requirements: When staying at Cherry Hill Park, campers appreciate the prepared sites. "We had a premium site for seven nights. The site was perfectly level with a fire ring, grill, picnic table and table with three chairs," reports Jonathan B. However, at other campgrounds like Pohick Bay, "not all sites are level (half)," so RVers should be prepared with leveling blocks.
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