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Matoaka Beach Cottages along the Chesapeake Bay and Lacy Oasis Campground in Maryland house elegant glamping accommodations with scenic water views. These boutique camping destinations feature private sites with picnic tables, well-maintained grounds, and fire pits for evening relaxation. Matoaka offers tent glamping spots directly on the cliffs with private beach access and sunrise views, while Lacy Oasis provides tranquil settings on spacious grounds. "We tent camped at Matoka Cabins and it was a beautiful peaceful camping trip! Our spot was very private and you could see the bay and hear the waves," shared one visitor. Both locations emphasize privacy and natural beauty, with Matoaka particularly noted for its waterfront positioning and Lacy Oasis praised for its peaceful environment and thoughtful design that fosters relaxation and connection with nature.
Several seasonal glamping experiences await visitors at these Maryland coastal retreats. Fossil Beach at nearby Westmoreland State Park complements the glamping experience with unique outdoor activities just a short drive away. Visitors can hunt for ancient shark teeth and other marine fossils along this historic shoreline. The natural setting provides abundant wildlife viewing opportunities, with guests frequently spotting local birds and occasionally deer. A recent visitor noted, "If you are a nature lover, a person who loves peace, serenity, and tranquility, or just need some respite, Lacy Oasis is the place to be." Both properties maintain seasonal availability, with Matoaka's waterfront sites particularly popular during summer months when swimming and beach activities enhance the glamping experience. Each location offers varying levels of amenities, from basic glamping tents with shared facilities to more luxurious accommodations with additional comforts.
"Fire pits were at tent sites and past the office was beach access into Chesapeake Bay. There are trash bins and porta potty’s on sight that are all maintained and kept clean."
"I just showed up and got a perfect camp spot with a view of the sunrise and access to the private beach."
"One room has two bunk beds, dresser, shelving, a lamp, and two night stands. Other room has a queen bed, shelving, a lamp, night stand, and dresser. Fireplace and screened in porch are lovely."
"Everything was closed when we arrived, so it was a welcome surprise to have firewood available for sale on an honor system."
from $27 - $134 / night
Check Availability"Not a lot of hiking trails in the park, but there are plenty nearby."
"Our site was right across the the bathroom facilities which was great for us because it’s difficult to shower in a 20’ rv. So we utilized the bathroom facilities a lot."
from $21 - $87 / 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"We were at site 133, non electric non water. I feel like the spots at the end of each loop might have slightly more privacy, but our site was fine."
"We stayed on the big loop on site 48. Unfortunately there wasn’t anything on ReserveAmerica specifying the water situation, so when we arrived we found that we didn’t have water hook up."
from $37 - $170 / night
Check Availability"It is a grass area behind the rv park very very visible to the RV's that are backed up to it. Very surprising once we got there. But, still fun to set up a tent and hang with friends!"
"Campstore and bathrooms."
"We rented a mini cabin and it had a full bed, two bunk beds and AC which was such a nice amenity. The site had a fire ring, grill and picnic table. We were right next to the bathhouse walkway."
"This is a great little state park tucked away in the woods. Campsites are pretty spacious and have nice shade. The campground has two loops, each with a bathhouse located in the middle."
from $18 - $77 / night
Check Availability"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!"
"Did I mention they were air conditioned during the hotest week of the summer! Bathrooms and showers were spotless.
Many things to see and do there."
from $27 - $65 / night
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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!
TravelerThere 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.
GuideWhat a gem! We found this place as an alternative to staying in DC during 4th of July festivities. Nice spacious sites, cabins were super clean and smelled great! Did I mention they were air conditioned during the hotest week of the summer!
Bathrooms and showers were spotless.
Many things to see and do there. Historic property, big lake (no swimming), boating, fishing, hiking. There is an Art Center with juried displays for sale.
ScoutThis campground is about 25 sites. Only 5 sites have electric (2, 5, 18, 24, 25)but all 25 sites have water hookup. Weekends are some what noisy because of the games across the street in the park. This is not a gated campground so anyone can come through and have a tour. Park Police patrol the campground 2 times a day. Also the bathrooms are clean, their are 2 stalls and 1 shower, cleaned daily by park rangers. Raccoons run wild at night flipping trash can lids on your campsite hunting for food. Use repel spray to keep the raccoons off your site. Site 24 and 25 are very close together but the other sites are at a distance however, 6 of the 25 sites are unleveled so tent camping is probably the only option. This is not big rig friendly but there are pull through sites but the roads are very narrow and there is only 1 way in and 1 way out (same entrance) there is a dump station at the beginning of the campground with access to water as well. Free of charge. This is a quiet campground and it's cheap for maryland residents and about $20 for non-resident. There is no registration on site it's online only. www.pgparksdirect.com
ScoutThis review is specific to the non-electric tent sites.
From a services available view, their staff is visible and around to help. Bathrooms, "Comfort Stations", could use some cleaning more frequently but I've seen a lot worse. Big trash bin near the comfort stations, convenient. Definitely a well stocked camp store, its obvious they cater to beginner and family camping. You are NOT permitted to use deadfall at this park, must bring locally purchased USDA wood yourself or buy from camp store.
There are comfort stations and trash bins close to every non-electric camp site, an easy sub-200 yard walk for me, but that fact is also where my disappointment starts. The non-electric camp sites in some cases, appear to share a single area, fire pits 10 feet apart from each other, one flat area, barely a full length truck can fit in the parking available at each site they are so close to the road. If you whisper, your neighbors will easily hear close. A big part of camping for me is the peace and quiet of nature. THIS IS NOT THAT CAMPSITE. It is extremely compact and close to each other. Snoring of your neighbor is definitely an issue no matter which site you choose, except for maybe 138 as was said in another review.
The gravel road into the campsites, is a RESIDENTIAL road. Yes, there are houses at the end of the road these campsites are ON. Not off of, on. Now mostly that wasn't a big deal, cars moving through during the day, early evening. But that one guy that sat with his high beams on pointed directly into my tent late night for a solid minute or two before loudly accelerating through was a bit irritating.
This was a weeknight trip, there was only one other camper in this small campground with me so all in all, not a terrible trip but definitely not worth the cost and will not be visiting here again.
GuideWe were here for just one night during September. Our first time camping in the area and since COVID. Check in process was relatively simple, just pull up and pop out of your car to check in, with mask of course. We got a quick run down, some wood and a brochure with maps and area info. We were at site 133, non electric non water. I feel like the spots at the end of each loop might have slightly more privacy, but our site was fine. It included a picnic table and probably the best fire pit with grill that I've had in a while. It rained the night before we came, and the night we were there so the ground was pretty wet. Bathrooms had a sign for taking care with COVID precautions, and to wear your mask. Bathrooms were ok, but floors were a mess from muddy feet. Not much to be done about that. There were showers, and a dishwashing sink, plus laundry available. It's nice to know we've got a close spot to escape to if we don't have time to go far. 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.
LegendWe stayed on the big loop on site 48. Unfortunately there wasn’t anything on ReserveAmerica specifying the water situation, so when we arrived we found that we didn’t have water hook up. I’m attaching a photo of the color map I got at checkout which specifies which sites have water.
Bath house was cleaned regularly and was generally very clean (except footprints from people who came in while the floor was wet from mopping). Shower stalls and bathroom stalls were very small but water was hot. Laundry facility in the bath house, $2 per load, quarters. The camp store had most everything you could need and was open 8-8. Staff was all super friendly. They had numerous activities going on for kids.
Definitely be prepared for bugs and ticks.
Sites were shaded well but many didn’t have a lot of privacy from neighbors. Definitely a tad smaller than the photos online show. Our site was level.
The raccoons and squirrels have no fear and will chew through plastic containers to get your food.
LegendCabin 24 is a 2BR/1BA cinderblock cabin with waterfront views and large yard space. One room has two bunk beds, dresser, shelving, a lamp, and two night stands. Other room has a queen bed, shelving, a lamp, night stand, and dresser. Fireplace and screened in porch are lovely. There’s a fire pit and picnic table, and plenty of parking space.
More details on the cabin to follow!
LegendSite Details: We stayed on site#19 in Loop B(the electric loop). Our site was large, very level, and surrounded by pine and hardwood trees. All sites in this loop were fairly spread out, with ample tree separation between each one. I don’t think there was a bad site in the loop.
Facilities/Overall Park: The loop had a wonderful, heated bath house which was centrally located and a very short walk from our site. It looked to be recently built(or renovated), and was impeccably clean with very nice-looking showers(which we didn’t use this time). However, there were only 3 stalls and 2 showers, so I imagine the lines could get pretty long during peak season. There was also a nice outdoor dishwashing sink on the exterior of the bath house.
The park itself is rather small, but very pretty and(mostly) peaceful. It’s set on the Choptank River and Watts Creek, with a great amphitheatre and walking trails with beautiful water views. There is also a nature center(which was closed for the season), as well as several pavilions and playgrounds scattered throughout the park. The pavilions were in definite need of a facelift, and the playgrounds were older but decent.
While the park was very quiet and enjoyable during the day, unfortunately I couldn’t say the same for nighttime and early morning. The first night, we were awoken several times by the very loud firehouse siren from the neighboring town of Denton. It sounded like one of those older air raid-type sirens, with a really loud, jarring windup. My husband looked it up the next day, and discovered that Denton does in fact use that old fashioned alarm system to signal any type of emergency. In addition, we heard very loud gunshots from nearby goose hunters right at sunrise. So, you may luck out if you camp outside of hunting season and there are no overnight emergencies during your stay.:)
Martinak is a sister park to the larger Tuckahoe State Park(about 10-15 minutes down the road), and the two parks share and co-host many events between both facilities, mostly during peak season. Upon check-in, the(extremely friendly) rangers handed us a map and calendar of events for both parks.
Surrounding Area/Attractions: The small town of Denton is about 5 minutes outside the park, with a Walmart, a few chain and standalone restaurants, plenty of gas stations, and most modern conveniences. St. Michael’s, a very quaint and popular tourist destination, is about 45 minutes away.
Overall, while this a very pretty park with nicely wooded and spaced-out sites, we prefer the neighboring Tuckahoe SP for its slightly better trails, nicer day-use area with newer playground, and(most importantly) lack of midnight sirens.
Camping opportunities near Lusby, Maryland range from wooded state park sites to waterfront facilities along the Chesapeake Bay's western shore. The region sits at low elevations between 0-100 feet above sea level with a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Seasonal considerations include high humidity from June through September when temperatures regularly exceed 85°F.
Fossil hunting excursions: At Westmoreland State Park Campground, visitors search for prehistoric shark teeth and other marine fossils along the Potomac River shoreline. "We came from Pa/De and wanted to look for sharks teeth. It was beautiful here so we decided to stay the night," reports one camper who extended their day trip into an overnight adventure.
Kayaking water trails: The extensive water trail system at Janes Island State Park Campground offers routes ranging from wide channels to narrow marsh passages. "The kayaking alone is worth the trip," notes a reviewer. "There's a beach that's an easy 1-mile paddle away with lots of room to spread out and have a private space to yourself."
Disc golf course: Pohick Bay Regional Park features an 18-hole disc golf course through wooded terrain. "I'd recommend taking in a game of disc golf on their 18 hole course," suggests a regular visitor who considers this location their "go-to weekend camping spot" when needing a quick escape from DC.
Private waterfront campsites: Matoaka Beach Cottages offers premium tent sites directly on the cliffs above Chesapeake Bay. "I just showed up and got a perfect camp spot with a view of the sunrise and access to the private beach," reports one spontaneous camper who appreciated the flexibility and prime positioning.
Clean facilities: Martinak State Park maintains exceptional bathrooms that receive consistent praise from visitors. "Bathrooms were like brand new. Water and electric on our loop," notes one camper. Another mentions, "Bathhouses are kept clean. They have quite a few playgrounds throughout the park, which was a major plus for us."
Evening entertainment: Roaring Point Waterfront Campground schedules regular weekend performances throughout the camping season. "Live music was great!" shares an enthusiastic tent camper. Another visitor notes, "Nothing fancy here but who needs fancy when you have a beach, fishing, live entertainment and the best sunsets going?"
Bug preparation essential: Summer insects can significantly impact camping enjoyment in Maryland's coastal areas. "The biting flies were kept at bay by cutter," notes one camper at Janes Island State Park who visited in July. Another warns more explicitly: "Deer flies bite from the morning sun until it's dark and they are the worst at dusk. Fire smoke doesn't keep them away."
Military-only facility: Solomons Navy Recreation Area offers spacious sites and extensive amenities but restricts access to military personnel. "Great military campground with spacious sites, and anything else you could want!" explains one visitor who appreciated the "beach, 3 pools, marina" and other amenities.
Seasonal closures: Many facilities in the region operate on limited schedules. "August 1, 2021, the boat ramp will close for a year," noted one reviewer about Martinak State Park Campground, adding that alternatives exist at "nearby West Denton or also at Tuckahoe and a few other nearby spots."
Multiple playground options: State parks in the region prioritize family-friendly facilities. "They have lots of easily walked trails. Bath houses are kept clean. They have quite a few playgrounds throughout the park," reports a visitor to Martinak who camped with three young children.
Scheduled activities: Pohick Bay organizes regular events for younger campers. "They informed us that 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," shares a parent who found these activities perfect for their 3-year-old and 1-year-old.
Nature-focused learning: Sandy Hill Family Camp provides opportunities for fishing and crabbing along the Nanticoke River. "Great no frills campground, little beachy area, fishing and crabbing," notes a visitor who appreciated the quiet, family-oriented atmosphere with "lots of residents and seasonal campers."
Site selection considerations: At Pohick Bay Campground, not all sites accommodate larger vehicles equally well. "Sites are spacious and decently level (depends on the site I'm sure)," advises one RVer who recommends researching specific site numbers before booking.
Pump-out services: Roaring Point Waterfront Campground offers on-site sewage pump-out, though service quality varies. "The only drawback we had was the fella who came to pump out our camper. He was a man who definitely hates his job," reports one otherwise satisfied RVer who found the campground "clean and has beautiful views."
Alternative glamping close to Lusby, Maryland: For those seeking upscale camping without their own equipment, luxury tent accommodations exist within driving distance. When traditional RV camping isn't preferred, several locations offer prepared glamping sites with varying levels of amenities from basic to premium.
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