Yurt camping near Parkville, Maryland offers access to the Chesapeake Bay watershed with elevations ranging from 20 to 300 feet above sea level. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with warm summers averaging 85°F and mild winters with temperatures typically above freezing. Most campgrounds in this area maintain strict quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM regardless of accommodation type.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Susquehanna State Park provides multiple fishing spots along the river with separate areas for shore fishing. "We hiked over a bridge and stream which was full of fish I could see! Turned around after I got to the Susquehanna itself. The river was running pretty high and fast, pretty cool to see," notes one Susquehanna State Park visitor.
Disc golf courses: Codorus State Park maintains two 18-hole disc golf courses with different terrain challenges. "There are two main day use areas: the Conewago day use area on the south side of the lake and the Quaker Race day use area on the north side of the lake. Both areas have their own 18 hole disc golf course," reports a Gifford Pinchot State Park camper.
Paddling excursions: Tuckahoe State Park features a canoe/kayak launch point with direct creek access. "The walk to Tuckahoe Creek from the parking area is very short, and the creek leads to Tuckahoe Lake (no gasoline motors) with more of the creek on the other side of the lake," explains a Tuckahoe State Park visitor.
What campers like
Private yurt settings: Cherry Hill Park offers yurt accommodations with natural buffers for privacy. "The site was perfectly level with a fire ring, grill, picnic table and table with three chairs. I wish there was a little bit more room in between the campers for privacy but it did not hurt our stay," explains a Cherry Hill Park guest who stayed in a premium site.
Bathroom facilities: Lums Pond maintains individual shower rooms separate from toilet facilities. "The bath house was absolutely immaculate, and the design made even my public-bathroom-phobic sister-in-law comfortable and at ease," shares a visitor to Lums Pond State Park.
Farm-based experiences: Merry Meadows Recreation Farm combines agricultural elements with camping. "Many of the RV sites are wooded which makes it nice. The pool through RV sites are in the centerfield and kind of exposed to the elements but you are right across from the pool and right across from an amazing playground," notes a repeat visitor.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: For popular yurt camping near Parkville, Maryland, advance booking is essential, especially for weekends. "Book early because it fills up fast!" cautions a Lums Pond camper about their yurt options.
Site selection considerations: Request specific sites when booking yurt accommodations or cabins. "I would strongly recommend staying at Merry Meadows, especially if you have an RV and a group of friends to join you! I would not like that it wasn't popular because I read so many disappointing reviews about pretty much everything," shares a Merry Meadows Recreation Farm guest.
Transportation options: Cherry Hill Park provides shuttle services to public transportation. "This is not a site for nature lovers but is perfect for kids. The staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful," mentions a Washington DC/Capitol KOA visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Request sites near recreational facilities when traveling with children. "We stayed in site #3, it had a nice huge concrete pad and fire ring. We set-up our new tree tent behind the actual campsite and it worked perfectly," reports a Susquehanna camper.
Swimming policies: Verify age restrictions for pool facilities before booking. "I didn't like that non potty trained kids are not allowed to swim in their pool. Luckily we only have a 9 month old currently that isn't potty trained so she didn't care if she was in the pool or not," warns a Washington DC/Capitol KOA guest.
Kid-friendly activities: Many parks offer scheduled children's programming throughout summer months. "The park has a lot that you can do or just relax by the fire. Perfect for families," notes a visitor to Codorus State Park about their yurt and glamping options.
Tips from RVers
Hookup configurations: Some campgrounds have unusual utility placements. "All are pretty much level. Sites are full hook up with about 5 tent sites," observes a Lums Pond visitor about their site arrangement.
Pad specifications: Campgrounds vary in pad materials and conditions. "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," details a Tuckahoe visitor.
Water supply access: Not all sites have direct water connections. "The web site does not say site 21 is extremely small. We have a 25' camper, and it barely fit, length and with were an issue. The firepit was about 3-4 feet from our door," warns a Tuckahoe State Park camper about site selection.
