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North Brentwood, Maryland sits within reach of several campgrounds that balance urban proximity with natural settings. Camping near North Brentwood ranges from full-hookup RV parks to tent-only sites, with the closest options just 5-10 miles away. Cherry Hill Park in College Park and Greenbelt Park Campground provide the closest camping options, both within 5-10 miles of North Brentwood. These established campgrounds serve as popular bases for Washington DC visitors, with Cherry Hill offering full amenities including hookups, cabins, yurts, and tent sites. Patapsco Valley State Park, approximately 20 miles north, provides a more nature-focused experience with multiple camping areas spread along 32 miles of river corridor. Most campgrounds in the region accommodate both tent and RV camping, though site sizes and hookup availability vary significantly.
Reservations are essential at most campgrounds in the region, particularly during summer months and holiday weekends. Many campers report ambient noise from nearby highways, air traffic, and urban sounds as a common feature of camping in this metropolitan area. As one visitor to Greenbelt Park noted, "Helicopters and planes fly over regularly, and you can hear sirens from neighboring College Park." Cell service remains strong throughout the area, with most campgrounds reporting good coverage. Weather conditions are typically humid in summer with occasional thunderstorms, while spring and fall offer more moderate temperatures. Premium sites at locations like Cherry Hill Park command higher prices but provide better buffers from road noise.
Family-friendly amenities distinguish many campgrounds near North Brentwood. Burke Lake Park features fishing, boat rentals, and a 5-mile trail around the lake perimeter. Pohick Bay Campground includes a waterpark with discounted admission for campers. Several campers mention the convenience of Metro access from Greenbelt Park for DC sightseeing. Site privacy varies considerably, with Little Bennett Campground receiving praise for "lots of vegetation between sites providing privacy from neighbors." Wildlife encounters typically include deer, raccoons, and various bird species. Most campgrounds maintain clean facilities with regular ranger patrols, though weekend crowding can be significant, especially at waterfront locations like Pohick Bay where "the majority of spots are extremely close to the next and don't allow much privacy."
"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"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"We have been camping here for nearly 20 years. Each military tour brought us back to this area so Pohick became our second home. Our kids kayak now older but used to walk the trails as little kids."
"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."
from $37 - $170 / night
Check Availability"We set up our tent in the far side of the campground close to the lake ( site 27). It is slightly slant but still comfortable in the tent. Bathrooms are close by and kept clean."
"For tent camping I would suggests sites 30,33 or 35 these are tucked along the tree line. The bathroom facilities were the cleanest I have seen in a campground."
from $30 - $70 / 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."
"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."
"Forested campground with fairly lengthy but level (and thus beginner friendly) hiking just a short distance away from Washington, DC."
from $30 / 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"
"History buffs will like to explore the park surrounding the campground. Fun little water park within walking distance of all campsites that was great for kids."
"We booked site 136 due to proximity of the playground (traveling with a 5 & 10 yr old). The site was great except the weird parking stops on every site but the pull throughs."
from $39 - $100 / night
Check Availability"We stayed Burke lake campground for one night last week. It was very peaceful place. The whole camp ground was very clean and well kept."
"This was my second time going Burke Lake and it was just as enjoyable as the first."
"Based 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."
from $12 - $45 / night
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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.
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.
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.
TravelerFor $90 per night the WiFi should work better. Didn’t connect at all. Had to use the antenna pointed East to get local Baltimore news.
ScoutThis camp ground is like a resort with 2 pools mini golf splash pad and many other amenities
GuideThis 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.
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.
Camping sites near North Brentwood, Maryland range from basic tent-only areas to full-service family resorts within 5-20 miles of town. The region sits at a relatively low elevation of 30-70 feet above sea level, creating humid summer conditions with temperatures averaging 85-90°F in July and August. Most campgrounds remain open April through October with limited winter availability at select locations that maintain year-round operations.
Disc golf courses: Bull Run Regional Park features an 18-hole course through wooded terrain. A camper noted, "I'd recommend taking in a game of disc golf on their 18 hole course" at Pohick Bay Campground.
Water activities: Summer water recreation options extend beyond basic swimming. At Burke Lake Park, visitors have access to "fishing, boat rentals, and a 5-mile trail around the lake perimeter." The large fishing lake allows non-motorized boats with a convenient "boat launch" area.
Trail exploration: Several campgrounds maintain interconnected trail systems. At Lake Fairfax Campground, "mountain bike trails (horses and walking, too); wooded hikes with water along the trails" provide options for various skill levels. A camper highlighted the practical benefit that these are "great for dogs in the summer heat."
Metro access convenience: Greenbelt Park Campground offers a particularly useful urban camping feature. A reviewer explained, "Take the METRO if you are going into the District. There are two stations very close to camp (Greenbelt and University Park)... The train ride from the Greenbelt station to the national mall is about 30 min."
Overnight camping near attractions: The area's campgrounds serve as convenient bases for DC day trips. One camper at Washington DC / Capitol KOA mentioned, "We stopped at the DC KOA as a base to visit the Capitol. This is not a site for nature lovers but is perfect for kids."
Organized activities: Scheduled events enhance the camping experience at several locations. A Bull Run Regional Park visitor reported, "They had a campfire complete with s'mores followed by hayrides. Great family friendly campground."
Urban noise levels: Most campgrounds experience some noise from nearby transportation. A camper at Greenbelt noted, "It was quiet aside from occasional air traffic noise," while another mentioned you "can barely hear the traffic from the road outside the park."
Tick prevention: Several wooded campgrounds require proper preparation. At Cedarville State Forest, a camper warned, "LOTS and LOTS of ticks. I got one, but my wife and dog got about a dozen each. Just bring tweezers."
Site placement considerations: Campground layout impacts privacy levels. A visitor to Lake Fairfax noted, "The sites are largely in more of a meadow and not many are very wooded" and "many tent sites were not level at all. Many tents were on a full slant."
Water park discounts: Pool access adds significant value during hot summer months. One family at Pohick Bay mentioned, "The check in is a breeze and the staff is super nice and helpful. They informed us that they had a scavenger hunt for the kids going all weekend, they had an outdoor movie scheduled for Friday night."
Children's recreation: Many campgrounds offer multiple activity options. At Cherry Hill Park, families appreciate the "Playground, Mini Golf, Swimming Pool, Hot tub, Basketball court, Snack bar on site, Nightly hayride."
Site selection strategy: Parents recommend requesting specific site types. Bull Run Regional Park has sites that "are all pull-through off the roads through the campground. So your camper faces the woods and you feel like you're all alone."
Leveling considerations: RV site conditions vary significantly between campgrounds and individual sites. At Cedarville State Forest, a reviewer noted, "Site 6 was good but not for larger rigs. We have a pop up and had to navigate around a tree that would have been very difficult for larger rigs."
Premium site advantages: Paying for upgraded sites often delivers tangible benefits. At Cherry Hill Park, a camper mentioned, "Get a site at the end of a row. The sites are pretty close together but on the ends at least you only have a neighbor on one side."
Utility setup issues: Water connections sometimes present challenges. At Adventure Bound Washington DC, campers should be prepared for sites that are "part Gravel and mostly mud/grass" with varying hookup configurations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near North Brentwood, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near North Brentwood, MD is Cherry Hill Park with a 4.8-star rating from 44 reviews.
What parks are near North Brentwood, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near North Brentwood, MD that allow camping, notably Greenbelt Park and Rock Creek Park.
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