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Located on scenic Maryland coastal areas, Matoaka Beach Cottages and Lacy Oasis Campground both offer dedicated glamping accommodations. Matoaka features tent sites with breathtaking water views, while Lacy Oasis provides a more secluded glamping experience with six designated sites. Both locations provide essential amenities including clean restrooms, hot showers, and trash disposal services. Glamping accommodations at these sites typically include electricity, comfortable beds, and private outdoor spaces. The surrounding areas offer stunning water views, wooded settings, and access to beaches. One visitor described Lacy Oasis as "a peaceful space where you can feel grounded, with rates that are very economical for what is being provided."
Several nearby glamping destinations offer unique outdoor experiences while maintaining comfort. At Westmoreland State Park Campground, guests can explore Fossil Beach where 15-million-year-old shark teeth and fossils can be discovered along the Potomac River shoreline. The park features well-maintained trails, a visitor center, discovery center for children, and seasonal programming. Solomons Navy Recreation Area provides waterfront glamping with access to three swimming pools and marina facilities. According to a visitor, "Westmoreland is a diamond in the rough with beautiful fall colors and family-friendly Halloween activities." Most glamping sites in the region require advance reservations, with peak season typically running from March through November.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Port Republic (21)
1. Matoaka Beach Cottages
"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."
2. Westmoreland State Park Campground
"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."
10 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $27 - $134 / night
3. Lacy Oasis Campground
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $90 - $190 / night
4. Solomons Navy Recreation Area
5. Pohick Bay Campground
"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."
30 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $150 / night
6. Cherry Hill Park
"We stayed in a level pull-thru site(#1715) with picnic table on a paver patio, iron table and chairs, clean gravel surface, grill, and fire pit."
"Every campsite has a patio, grill, and fire pit. Great pool, clubhouse, entertainment for the kids, great laundry facilities, and huge off leash dog area for the dogs."
Check AvailabilityAvailable this weekend
from $999 / night
7. Louise F. Cosca Regional Park
"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."
"Close to town but far enough to enjoy yourself. Bathrooms are clean and have decent showers."
Check Availabilityfrom $10 - $45 / night
8. Tuckahoe State Park Campground
"Parking pads on the electric loop are asphalt.
- There's very finely crushed rock on the non-electric loop. This includes the parking pad and tent pad."
"Small by some State Park standards, Tuckahoe offers two loops: a tent/cabin site, and an electric site for RVs. The sites are well maintained."
Check Availabilityfrom $21 - $70 / night
9. Martinak State Park Campground
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $18 - $77 / night
10. Washington DC / Capitol KOA
"Laundry room and Propane fill on site so that was nice. RV Site was fairly level and easy to get into. Some sites are a bit close together and not long enough to keep your tow vehicle hooked up."
"Staff was friendly and helpful with any information we needed. Nice play ground for the kids. They also really enjoyed the jumping pillow."
Drive Time
- 25 min from Lexington Park, MD
- 50 min from Washington, DC
- 1 hr 6 min from Baltimore, MD
- 2 hrs 12 min from Salisbury, MD
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Glamping Reviews near Port Republic, MD
233 Reviews of 21 Port Republic Campgrounds
- AAl L.Scout
Westmoreland State Park Campground
Nice end of summer retreat
It was a well maintained campsite. Clean bathrooms and great hikes to fossil beach.
- Judy W.
GuideSmallwood State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED THROUGH JULY 2023
Great Escape! Air conditioned cabins!
What 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.
- hheather B.Scout
Cherry Hill Park
Like a resort
This camp ground is like a resort with 2 pools mini golf splash pad and many other amenities
- HHolly B.Guide
Cherry Hill Park
My All Time Favorite…so far
This park is top notch. The grounds are immaculate. The staff is friendly and helpful. They have a lovely gift shop. We were in the 400 sites and it was nice and shady. 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. This is my all time favorite park so far and I need to go back.
Jeremy G.
TravelerJoint Base Andrews Military FamCamp
Could be a great campground but......
There 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.
- AAimee K.Traveler
Washington DC / Capitol KOA
Good location
Nice campground, maintained very well and clean. Laundry room and Propane fill on site so that was nice. RV Site was fairly level and easy to get into. Some sites are a bit close together and not long enough to keep your tow vehicle hooked up. A bit inconvenient if you’re only there for 1 night.
Nancy W.
LegendMartinak State Park Campground
Quiet camping in the woods.
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. Our site (Butterfly Loop #3) was long enough for our motorhome and tow car. The roads are paved, as was our camping pad. The only utility at our site was 30-amp electric. There are water spigots located throughout each loop and we were close enough to fill our water tank. For the most part, the park is big-rig friendly but we did brush against some trees on our way around the loop. Campsites do vary in length so make sure you include your length when booking. We reserved online and were instructed to just go to our site which was nice and convenient. They sell firewood onsite and have a self-pay station which we loved. There is a nice boat launch and the kayak launch has a platform to assist you getting in and out and there are plenty of places to fish from the bank. There is a nature center (which was not open during our stay), playground, picnic pavilions, amphitheater, The bathrooms could use some more attention. The shower curtains were pink meaning they have not been properly cleaned in a while. Needless to say, we did not shower there. The dump station was closed while we were there but we were told we could use the dump station at Tuckahoe State Park (about 10 miles away). We really enjoyed the short hiking trails and paved trail which allowed us to log about 3 miles without having to leave the park. The campground is a really relaxing place to be. We did drive (about 40 minutes south) to the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park and Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, both of which we recommend. It is also worth a drive to St. Michaels to see the quaint seaside town and visit the maritime museum (plan on spending half a day at the museum). The only downside is that the park is not gated and open for day use so a lot of people just drive through the campground looking around.
John M.GuideMatoaka Beach Cottages
Fantastic location with winderful hosts
Private campground with cabins and tent sites. Tent sites are first come, first service so call ahead to ensure the space is available. The host family was very nice and easy to work with and talk to. 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. Beautiful sights and plenty to do in the area with DC being roughly an 40-60 minutes away.
Guide to Port Republic
Port Republic, Maryland is situated in the Patuxent River watershed at an elevation of approximately 100 feet above sea level. The region experiences humid subtropical climate with average summer temperatures ranging from 75-85°F and winter temperatures between 30-45°F. Campsites throughout the area typically maintain moderate tree cover, providing natural shade during hot summer months while still allowing for effective tent and RV placement.
What to do
Fossil hunting along shorelines: At Westmoreland State Park Campground, visitors can search for prehistoric treasures. "We came from Pa/De and wanted to look for sharks teeth. It was beautiful here so we decided to stay the night. We only have a small tent and some snacks. Lol but we are having an amazing time," says Sara A.
Kayaking on multiple waterways: The region offers numerous paddling opportunities with varying difficulty levels. At Martinak State Park Campground, campers can access river trails directly from the park. "Campsites and bathrooms are clean. Beautiful waterfront great for kayaking and water sports. No real hiking trails. Overall small quiet campground," notes Laura M.
Multi-day city exploration: The Port Republic area serves as a convenient base for exploring multiple cities. "We took the 20 minute drive. They have a nice looking pool area, but it was too cold. The shop was cute and staff nice. Sites were pretty level. Be weary of decent highway noise, but easily drowned out with the AC," explains Joe R. from Cherry Hill Park.
What campers like
Private tent areas: At Matoaka Beach Cottages, tent campers appreciate the secluded spots. "We tent camped at Matoka Cabins and it was a beautiful Peaceful camping trip! Out spot was very private and you could see the bay and hear the waves. We will definitely be back for another visit. The owners are very nice," says Courtney K.
Yurt camping options: Port Republic, Maryland area offers several yurt camping alternatives. Westmoreland State Park Campground provides yurts with basic amenities. "The tent sites are awesome and mine have always been pretty private feeling despite being somewhat near others. Bathhouses are always SO clean and heated in the winter," comments RL.
Electric sites with water views: Tuckahoe State Park Campground provides waterfront camping with hookups. "I love this campground! Great hiking, biking, kayaking and fishing. They have a really nice playground for kids (which is separate from the campground). You can rent kayaks, canoes and fishing gear. The camp sites are spaced out nicely," explains Jessica K.
What you should know
Season variations: Most campgrounds around Port Republic operate from March through November. "We went in March 2018 for my birthday, when it was still VERY cold, but had a wonderful time. The beaches and trails seem so much more peaceful and untouched this time of year. Definitely gets windy near the river. Nothing a big pot of camp soup or chili can't help!" shares RL from Westmoreland State Park.
Bathroom facilities: Louise F. Cosca Regional Park offers basic but functional facilities. "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," advises Tye S.
Limited cell service: Connectivity varies across campgrounds. "Cell service (T-Mobile) was spotty at times, bathhouses were fine, and the ranger was on patrol regularly. We felt very safe!" reports Shanna S. about her stay at Martinak State Park Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Multiple activities within walking distance: Solomons Navy Recreation Area offers extensive recreation options. "Great military campground with spacious sites, and anything else you could want! Beach, 3 pools, marina, what else do you need," exclaims Sharon F.
Playgrounds throughout parks: Families appreciate dedicated children's areas. "They have a nice area for kids (pool, playground, jumping pillow, basketball courts, giant chess, etc). If you get an area to back into it'll be more secluded, but the pull through spots offer no privacy," mentions Elise M. about Washington DC/Capitol KOA.
Junior ranger programs: Several parks offer educational opportunities for children. "We took about 30 women camping here at the end of April and had the best time together. So thankful for state parks that are gorgeous and full of adventure!" reports Katie T. about Westmoreland State Park.
Tips from RVers
Site selection matters: Pohick Bay Campground offers varied sites. "Sites are spacious and decently level (depends on the site I'm sure). Plenty of playgrounds and trails nearby to keep the family busy. Amenities and such are what you'd expect - clean but not new. We would definitely stay again," advises Kristen M.
Advance reservations essential: Secure your spot early, especially for holidays and weekends. "Check out your site before booking, some sites are steep but spacious. Close to town but far enough to enjoy yourself. Bathrooms are clean and have decent showers," recommends Ben S. from Louise F. Cosca Regional Park.
Leveling challenges: Be prepared for uneven surfaces. "This campground is about 25 sites. Only 5 sites have electric (2, 5, 18, 24, 25) but all 25 sites have water hookup. 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," warns Tye S.
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