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Maryland offers a range of established campgrounds within a short drive of Marriottsville, including Patapsco Valley State Park and Ramblin' Pines. Most camping areas in this region provide a mix of accommodation types, with sites for tents, RVs, and cabin rentals. Patapsco Valley State Park spans 32 miles along the Patapsco River and contains multiple campground sections with varying amenities. Ramblin' Pines provides full-hookup sites for RVs plus cabin options, while several other mixed-use campgrounds like Cherry Hill Park and Little Bennett Campground offer similar amenities within 30-45 minutes of Marriottsville.
The camping season typically runs from April through October at most state park campgrounds in the area, with a few private campgrounds remaining open year-round. Reservation requirements vary by location, with state parks often requiring advance bookings during peak summer weekends. As one camper shared, "The campground is just a short drive to Thurmont Maryland. We were able to stop at the grocery store to pick up ice and a few other last minute forgotten items." Patapsco Valley State Park's campgrounds feature gravel sites, some with electric hookups but no water or sewer connections at individual sites. Cell coverage is generally good throughout the region, and most campgrounds are accessible via paved roads without special vehicle requirements.
Campers consistently mention the convenient proximity to urban areas while still enjoying natural settings. The camping areas provide access to extensive trail networks, particularly at Patapsco Valley State Park with its 70 miles of hiking and biking paths. A visitor commented that "this is a fairly nice, bare bones NPS campground. If you are really looking for somewhere to feel far away from civilization and see some beautiful scenery, this probably isn't it." Several campgrounds in the area have access to water features, with options for fishing, paddling, and swimming depending on the specific location. Wildlife sightings are common, particularly at the more wooded campgrounds. The combination of natural settings and proximity to Baltimore and Washington DC makes these campground options popular weekend destinations for urban residents seeking quick outdoor getaways.
"We stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick."
"We love this home away from home ❤️"
from $30 - $70 / night
Check Availability"It has 8 recreation areas and we stayed at the Hollofield Area in April- one of our first experiences in a Maryland State Park. Beautiful park with 70 miles of hiking/biking /multi use trails."
"This campground is pleasant, but the sites are situated quite close to one another."
from $19 - $27 / night
Check Availability"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
Check Availability"Metrorail is about 6 miles from campground, near University of Maryland."
"Great camping amenities, soft cushioned sites, with power and water close by. DO NOT GET BASIC TENT SITES AS THEY ARE NEXT TO HIGHWAYS AND VERY NOISY!!! Premium tent sites would be a better choice."
from $999 / night
Check Availability"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"
"If you are really looking for somewhere to feel far away from civilization and see some beautiful scenery, this probably isn't it."
"The campsite is superb with walking trails, wildlife and the occasional overflying US Presidential Helicopter. Easily accessible from close by freeways, and charmingly peaceful"
from $20 / night
Check Availability"This campground isn't too far from our home in Maryland, so if they have room and we want to go spur of the moment, this one is a good choice. "
"The trails from Campground are ok for a short walk, not much of a lake view but mostly shaded trail. The pool is conveniently located maybe even walking distance for some. "
from $20 - $249 / night
Check Availability"They have a nice dog area for the dog to be able to run around and exercise which a lot of places we have been do not have a place for the dog to really exercise."
"The location worked for my trip but not sure it’s that convenient to DC."
"It was a VERY dark walk to get to the bathhouse for showers. And the fire pit had no grill, so we ended up having to use the stoves of some RV camping friends for meals."
"Large campground with some good trails. Will definitely return!"
ScoutThe staff is certainly at the office not competent. Someone ran over my house when we were away and damaged it. The WiFi didn’t work any of the day but upon assistance request no one was willing to help. It couldn’t be worse. We have no other words except never a KOA location again.
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.
TravelerBased on my stay 3 nights and what I read of Greenbelt Park (the other closeby to Washington campground) I would say this has to be much better and I will stay here again on a future visit. Campground sits inside of a much larger park with great trails, amenities and well maintained. Campground is quiet, lots of trees, forest and yet each space is very large with good spacing and privacy to adjacent sites. High tree canopy at your site so lots of room to spread out. Sites themselves are a little rustic - a mix of grass, gravel and dirt, but not muddy (it rained a good bit prior to my stay) - but in good condition. Shower/toilet block is clean and good hot water and good water pressure. Most sites are flat or near flat and the ones that aren't need minimal levelling blocks. Campground apparently is never full and there was only 1 other when I was there - really hard to believe. There is a neighborhood road up by the sites near the shower block but it is low speed and lightly travelled and I had no disturbance from it. Nice surrounding neighborhood. No signs of vagrants. Park police patrolled multiple times per day and report very little non-camper entry to ther facilities. I felt very safe.Easy access to Eashington - bus stop outside the campground to metro or just drive to the metro (free parking weekend, $6 midweek) and then train (about 8 per hour) into the sites - an hour or less total to get there. For more local people, this seems like a good escape "to the woods" without travelling forever.
ScoutWe absolutely loved it. The camp spaces were a nice and spread out lot not congested actually it was really nobody here which I can’t believe because the place is absolutely beautiful. There is a little bit of noise from route 30 during the day, but you don’t hear really anything at night Plus there is a really great bar/restaurant about 100 yards away. Called Yionnis and their food is actually delicious.
TravelerThis campground is a great place to bring kids. The spots are a little tight but we were able to get our 46’ toy hauler in the spot with very little effort. Because the sites are back-in, we can’t use our rear patio but that is ok. The pool is very nice and the farm atmosphere makes it very fun for kids.
ScoutThe park is very well maintained, and the campsites have clean fire pits and cooking grills. The restrooms are clean, spacious, and well maintained, and my campsite was large enough to comfortably fit a 6-person tent and a canopy.
However, there were a few concerns during our stay. Despite the campground’s quiet hours policy starting at 10:00 PM, many campers continued to make noise well past that time. I did not notice any campground staff or maintenance personnel making rounds to enforce the quiet hours.
I also felt concerned about security. One of my neighboring campers, who was visiting from South Carolina, told me that his generator had been stolen during the night. He reported the theft to the police, and an official report was filed. Incidents like this made me feel unsafe while camping.
I recommend increasing staff or security patrols, especially during the evening and overnight hours, to enforce quiet hours and improve the safety and security of campers and their belongings. With better enforcement and security, Burke Lake Campground would provide an even better camping experience.
TravelerOne of our favorite places. Very well kept. No bathhouse so bring your own. A lot of shady sites. Great views of Chesapeake bay. Flat roads in the area for cycling.
GuideA beautiful, well maintained park with lots to do, great bathroom facilities and extremely nice people. The electric sites aren't all together, so you don't have RV's lined up but maybe annoying for folks who are tent camping. Avoid the locations in the mid-30's by the dumpster, both staff and campers start shaking the lid around 6:30. Between 5 AM and noon staff were driving big trucks and ATV's around with loud reverse horns, and slamming the fire pit grills, which they store sideways. Overall I had a really wonderful time, but that's largely down to good sound reduction inside the van. Almost zero cell service. I was able to get a couple of text messages in and out, but seemed to be a fluke.
ScoutThis campsite was amazing for our first tent camping experience. The park was a godsend for keeping our toddler occupied and we felt very safe overall. While the beach is pretty, be careful about the water condition. We were warned before entering and informed of the risks. They were very clear on the condition of the water that day which was a yellow, slight risk. But normally it should be okay. We would definitely camp here again.
Marriottsville camping options sit within Maryland's Piedmont region, where elevations range between 300-550 feet above sea level. The area experiences four distinct seasons with camping conditions best from late April through mid-October when average temperatures range from 65-85°F during peak season. Most campgrounds near Marriottsville provide water access for recreation while maintaining proximity to urban conveniences.
Water activities at Lake Marburg: At Codorus State Park Campground you can boat, fish, or relax by the water. "Nice wooded sites set far apart from each other in two concentric circles. The inner circle has electric but no water or sewer. The outer circle is primitive. There is a dump station," shares Rebecca C. about staying here while visiting nearby attractions.
Metro access to DC monuments: Greenbelt Park Campground offers urban access with forest surroundings. "The great thing about it that you can spend entire days at the always-free Smithsonian museums and still fall asleep in the woods. Can't beat the close proximity to DC," notes a camper. Bring quarters for the shower facilities.
Hiking network: More than 70 miles of multi-use trails can be explored at Patapsco Valley State Park. "We enjoyed hiking the trails directly from our campsite that led us down to the Patapsco River. There is a lot of history associated with the River and the area. You can even swim in this river," reports one visitor who explored the extensive network of paths.
Shaded camping areas: Many reviewers praise the wooded sites at Merry Meadows Recreation Farm, noting "Wooded sites, open sites, tent sites. All great!" The tree cover provides natural cooling during summer months and creates separation between camping spots.
Kid-friendly amenities: Little Bennett Campground receives high marks for family features. "My family loves this camp ground. It's conveniently located, it's quite, it's beautiful and there is plenty to do to keep the kids busy," reports Ryan D. The campground includes dedicated play areas and seasonal programming.
Overnight convenience: Many campers value the location for short getaways from urban areas. "This is our local campground and our second time here and we really like it. It has a pool, jump pillow, mini golf, fishing pond, barnyard with goats, and multiple playgrounds. I really like all the trees," notes Sean M. about a campsite near Marriottsville.
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance booking, especially for weekend stays. At Hollofield Area Campground, "The campground was great. 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," reports Kelly C.
Seasonal operations: Most state park campgrounds close from November through March, while private facilities may remain open year-round but with limited services. One camper at Ramblin' Pines simply noted it's "open all year" and "clean" as key advantages during off-season periods.
Site privacy varies: Expect significant differences in site spacing and layout. "The site was nice and level, but a bit small, with a short driveway. We actually brought 2 vehicles this time, and it was really tight. Fair amount of trees surrounding our site, but since there are still very few leaves, it felt way closer and less private," warns one camper about spring camping.
Playground access: Select a site near recreational facilities for easier kid management. "The Hilton entrance of Patapsco Valley Park is perfect for keeping the kids entertained. There is a huge playground, sensory trail and nature discovery center at the entrance to the park," notes Angel G.
Swimming options: Cherry Hill Park gets high marks for water features. "They have so much to offer. We loved it... Swimming Pool, Hot tub, Basketball court, Snack bar on site, Nightly hayride, Gated, On-site camp store," reports one satisfied family. Daily pool passes often cost $5-8 per person.
Nature activities: Look for campgrounds with educational programming during summer months. "It's the perfect little getaway from the city for camping, fishing and hiking. Be aware that neither the hiking trails or playground are stroller friendly," warns a parent about terrain limitations for very young children.
Electric-only sites: Many Maryland state parks offer electric but not full hookups. "There is only 20/30amp electricity and NO water or sewer- although there was a dump and a place to fill your water tank. No washer or dryers," notes one RVer about Patapsco Valley State Park sites.
Private campground amenities: Ramblin' Pines offers more extensive RV services. "This beautiful spot offers everything from live music on weekends to a beautiful pool, pond and many children activity areas. They even have an arcade and laundromat on the premises. The staff is wonderful and friendly," reports a satisfied camper.
Leveling requirements: Prepare for uneven terrain at some campgrounds. "Sites vary in levelness, some are fairly level and some are on a mini hill. Driveways are all very narrow," reports an RVer who stayed near Marriottsville. Bring leveling blocks and consider site requests when making reservations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Marriottsville, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Marriottsville, MD is Ramblin' Pines with a 4.2-star rating from 18 reviews.
What parks are near Marriottsville, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 parks near Marriottsville, MD that allow camping, notably Greenbelt Park and Rock Creek Park.
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