Camping opportunities near Woodbine, Maryland span several state and regional parks within a 30-mile radius. The region sits in the Piedmont Plateau with elevations ranging from 300-800 feet and features a mix of deciduous forest and open meadows. During peak season (April-October), temperatures typically range from 50-90°F with humidity levels often exceeding 70% in summer months.
What to do
Trail exploration at Patapsco Valley State Park: The park offers 70+ miles of multi-use trails with varying difficulty levels. "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," notes a visitor at Hollofield Area Campground.
Swimming at Cunningham Falls State Park: The park features a designated swimming beach with lifeguards on duty Memorial Day through Labor Day. "There's a lake, boating, playgrounds, hike to the falls. So much scenery and nature. The electric 'A loop' is paved so it's great for bike riding," reports a camper at Manor - Cunningham Falls State Park.
Fishing at Codorus State Park: Located 30 miles northwest of Woodbine, this park offers year-round fishing opportunities. "The lake is beautiful and the trail around the lake is nice. Staff was friendly. A nice park to go to if you just want to rest around the camp fire," mentions one visitor.
What campers like
Spacious sites at Little Bennett Campground: Most sites provide adequate privacy with natural buffers. "The sites are quiet, very spacious, level, and heavily wooded with 50A service, water and sewer hookup. D Loop is for RVs, A, B, C & E are tents only," explains one camper at Little Bennett Campground.
Family amenities at Ramblin' Pines: Kids particularly enjoy the recreational facilities. "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," says a visitor at Ramblin' Pines.
Winter camping options: While most area campgrounds close seasonally, several remain open year-round. "Open all year, clean," notes one visitor about Ramblin' Pines, making it one of the few regional options for winter camping near Woodbine.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance booking, especially for weekend stays. "You can only check in between 2 and 4! This might be off season though," mentions a Ramblin' Pines visitor about their limited check-in window.
Limited cell service: Coverage varies significantly between campgrounds. "AT&T 5 MB/s w/o booster (1 bar), 8 MB/s with it (2 bars). There is no satellite coverage due to the heavy tree canopy. OTA TV was descent using an external omni antenna. There is no WiFi," details a camper at Little Bennett.
Site preparation: Many campgrounds have gravel tent pads rather than soil. "The crushed stone at the sites isn't comfortable for tents, and they won't let you pitch it on the ground, so bring extra pads and alternative ways to secure the tent to the ground," advises a visitor at Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area.
Tips for camping with families
Budget-friendly DC access: Greenbelt Park Campground offers affordable camping with public transportation to Washington DC. "We spent about $10 per day on METRO versus $20-$40 on parking in the district area and I could come and go as I pleased with a little walking," shares a visitor at Greenbelt Park Campground.
Nature programs: Several parks offer ranger-led activities for children. "During peak season, there are nature programs going on," notes a camper at Cunningham Falls State Park, providing educational opportunities for young visitors.
Kid-friendly hiking: Multiple campgrounds feature trails suitable for children. "The sensory trail and playground are perfect for keeping the kids entertained. 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 visitor about Patapsco Valley State Park.
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Full-service sites are limited to specific campgrounds. "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," explains a camper about Cunningham Falls State Park.
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require significant adjustments. "Site #D69 level side-to-side but we were forced to greatly elevate front of trailer to level front-to-back," notes a visitor about Little Bennett Campground.
RV size restrictions: Not all campgrounds accommodate larger rigs. "Driveways are all very narrow. Most have too much tree cover for solar or starlink, but some sites are more open and you might be able to make it work," explains a camper at Greenbelt Park about the practical limitations for RVers.
