4 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Tent campsites near Hughesville, Maryland provide access to several scenic waterfront locations along the Potomac River and Chesapeake Bay. Calvert Cliffs State Park offers tent-only youth group camping areas with primitive facilities, while Endeavor Point provides established tent sites with pier access for fishing and crabbing. Both locations are within 30 miles of Hughesville and offer different camping experiences based on group size and desired amenities.
Most tent campgrounds in the area require advance reservations, particularly during peak summer months. At Calvert Cliffs, tent sites include picnic tables and access to basic toilets but no showers, with a camping season running from late March through October. Endeavor Point provides more amenities for tent campers including drinking water, showers, toilets, and trash service. Some locations like Caledon State Park in nearby Virginia offer more secluded walk-in tent sites approximately 2.5 miles from parking areas, with limited facilities including portable toilets.
The waterfront setting defines many tent camping experiences in this region. Campsites at Endeavor Point provide views of the sunrise over the water, though the camping areas are primarily on maintained lawn areas rather than natural settings. One camper noted, "The views are great. Quite restful." At Caledon State Park, the 3-mile hike to riverside tent sites rewards campers with beach access and scenic views. A visitor shared, "We hiked for a few hours and finally got to our site which was right on the Potomac River. Gorgeous view and I was glad to be there after the long haul." Tent campers should note that some locations like Lacy Oasis Campground offer a more secluded experience with only 6 tent sites, providing a quieter alternative to the more developed campgrounds.
from $55 - $95 / night
"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."
from $90 - $190 / night
"Private campground with cabins and tent sites. Tent sites are first come, first service so call ahead to ensure the space is available."
"They have a few tent camping spots as well as cabins. Just call ahead. I just showed up and got a perfect camp spot with a view of the sunrise and access to the private beach."
"Nice and quiet, no hookups, but nice surroundings!"
"It is a very nice walk about 2 miles to the beach where you can hunt for fossils. The beach has gotten smaller over the years however the trail has gotten much better."
"7 or 8 tent pads. Wood for sale at the site for $4 honor system. Porta pottie right next to wood pile. You’re not supposed to setup anything outside of the “tent pads”."
"It was my first hike in primitive camping experience. We hiked for a few hours and finally got to our site which was right on the Potomac River."
Available next weekend
from $16 / night
"Good for a day use, parking is full most of the time but have a lot of space to park you may have to walk but you will find one spot..."
"Close to me so theres nothing new"
from $15 - $18 / night
"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
from $50 - $80 / night
"There are two main beaches and there are picnic tables all over the park. There’s a popular boat launch amd small marina/bait store.
Get there early on weekends and holidays.""There are wonderful views of the water and swimming at the beach, pavilions for social gatherings, showers and bathrooms that are kept pretty very clean, and room for backpacking, hiking, picnicking,"
"Sites have extras like fire rings with seating, swimming ponds, hiking trails, grassy playing fields, etc. but I’m not sure they all have all of these. They’re all among the trees and shady."
from $70 / night
TravelerClose to washington as we could get. Could also park our skoolie bus which was nice and had plenty of close by shower with bathrooms. Keep in mind only one shower per restroom house. We stayed at a pretty slow season so it wasn’t bad. Would recommend if visiting DC! They also have a dump station and water fill up.
ScoutWe stayed in site #133 with our 34'10" travel trailer/toy hauler. Overall, we really like the site. It's spacious, fairly level, heavily wooded, and feels surprisingly private. There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation. We had a nice large area for our chairs, fire pit, picnic table, and dogs. The biggest thing to know about #133 is the approach. We were instructed to pass the site, go around the loop, and then make a left turn into it. With our nearly 35' trailer, that would have required an extremely tight, almost 90-degree turn between the trees, and we did not feel we could safely make it. There is actually visible damage on one of the trees at the entrance, so it appears others may have had difficulty with the turn as well. Instead, we approached from the opposite direction and positioned the camper with our doors facing the main campsite area. That put the water and electric hookups on the opposite side, but our hoses and cord were long enough to run underneath the camper and reach without a problem. Once we figured that out, the site worked very well for us. I initially thought we probably wouldn't choose #133 again because of the awkward setup, but after spending the weekend here, I would. Now that we know how to approach and position our trailer, it really is a nice site. If you're bringing a longer travel trailer, just be prepared to do a little maneuvering and make sure your water hose and electrical cord have enough length if you decide to orient your camper the way we did.
ScoutSimple and friendly check in process. Clean and well-maintained site.
GuideSpent two nights while we saw the Avett Brothers play at Wolf Trap. Nice flat site with power. Campground was quiet and clean. The only negative is communication and signage. It took us a couple wrong turns to find our site and when we came back, after the concert around 11, the entrance gate was closed and we had to sneak in through the exit gate. Asked the next day and they said that is what campers do to access the park after 11pm.
ScoutIt was a well maintained campsite. Clean bathrooms and great hikes to fossil beach.
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.
TravelerGood spot to get away and pitch a tent. Never anyone else there too! Make sure to get a daily ($4) or annual (~$22 I forget) Access Permit on Virginia DWR, as well as special WMA camping license (free)
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.
Tent camping near Hughesville, Maryland offers access to both the Potomac River and Chesapeake Bay within a 30-mile radius. The region experiences humid summers with temperatures averaging 85-90°F from June through August, making spring and fall preferable for tent campers seeking milder conditions. Most campgrounds in this area require reservations 2-3 months in advance during peak season.
**Fossil hunting: At Calvert Cliffs State Park, visitors can search for prehistoric shark teeth along the shoreline. The beach area offers prime fossil collecting after a 1.5-mile hike from the parking area. "Such an amazing expieriance and brings right into the eyes of child with both adult and children searching for shark teeth. Not only is searching for shark teeth a blast, but, the views are beautiful," reports Sarah F.
**Fishing and crabbing: Endeavor Point provides fishing and crabbing opportunities from their pier. Maryland fishing licenses are required and can be purchased online before arrival. "The pier was perfect to fish or crab off of and the beach had great views of the sunrise," notes Ally S.
**Hiking to waterfront sites: For those willing to trek with gear, Caledon State Park offers primitive riverside camping after a 2.5-mile hike. "It was my first hike in primitive camping experience. We hiked for a few hours and finally got to our site which was right on the Potomac River," shares Katie T.
**Private waterfront access: Matoaka Beach Cottages offers tent sites with views of the Chesapeake Bay. "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," writes Courtney K.
**Tranquil, small campgrounds: Lacy Oasis Campground provides a quieter alternative with only 6 tent sites. "If you are a nature lover, a person who loves peace, serenity, and, tranquility, or just need some respite, Lacy Oasis is the place to be," explains Terrance D.
**Sunrise views: Several waterfront camping locations offer memorable sunrise opportunities. At Endeavor Point, campers praise the morning vistas: "The campsites aren't dispersed and are pretty small but that's the only downside. Other than that everything was good. The pier was perfect to fish or crab off of and the beach had great views of the sunrise," mentions Ally S.
**Primitive facilities: Most tent camping options near Hughesville feature basic amenities. At Caledon State Park, campers should prepare accordingly: "7 or 8 tent pads. Wood for sale at the site for $4 honor system. Porta pottie right next to wood pile. You're not supposed to setup anything outside of the 'tent pads,'" advises Todd B.
**Seasonal crowding: Beaches and camping areas fill quickly during summer months. At Sandy Point State Park, timing matters: "The best times to go are winter, spring, and fall. Lights on the Bay is a great Christmas light drive thru that's over a mile long," suggests Tony P.
**Water conditions: The Chesapeake Bay experiences seasonal jellyfish blooms. "August is the worst month to visit if you like the water. Jellyfish take over with a vengeance!" warns Angel G. about Sandy Point State Park.
**Look for youth group options: Several parks specifically cater to youth organizations. Calvert Cliffs State Park offers youth group camping with basic amenities from late March through October.
**Choose parks with playgrounds: Some locations offer recreational facilities for children. "This park has a great play ground right off the main parking lot for kids to play on as well as a few bathrooms," notes Anthony S. about Calvert Cliffs State Park.
**Consider programming for children: Some parks offer nature-focused activities. At Lacy Oasis, "My agency took about 25 children there last week and they did not want to leave, neither did I. The rates are very economical for what is being provided on the space," reports Terrance D.
**Limited hookup options: While tent camping dominates near Hughesville, some locations accommodate small RVs. At Endeavor Point, RV sites lack sewage hookups and have size restrictions for larger vehicles.
**Consider cabins as alternatives: For RVers seeking more comfort without towing, cabin options exist. "We spent part of Labor Day weekend here, and there was almost nobody else there. The second night, one other pair of campers showed up. I found it super strange that more people didn't take advantage of a campground on the river with availability," notes Allison W. about her stay at Endeavor Point.
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