2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Merry Meadows Recreation Farm houses upscale glamping accommodations near Monkton, Maryland, offering a blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. The property features several glamping options including yurts and canvas accommodations set within a wooded environment that provides both privacy and natural beauty. Each glamping unit comes equipped with comfortable beds, electricity, and climate control to ensure year-round comfort regardless of weather conditions. Just 30 minutes from Baltimore, these luxury outdoor stays include access to a swimming pool, recreation areas, and numerous on-site amenities designed for family enjoyment. Nearby Codorus State Park Campground also provides glamping options with similar amenities surrounded by mature forest. "We stayed in one of the cabins, which had 2 beds and a bunk bed, sink and toilet, refrigerator, microwave, dining table and sofa. There was also a front porch with picnic table and fire pit," noted one visitor.
The eco-friendly glamping sites feature access to extensive recreational activities, with hiking trails winding through the surrounding woodland areas and fishing opportunities in nearby water features. At Merry Meadows, glampers enjoy a full calendar of seasonal events, including Easter celebrations and summer activities designed for both adults and children. The resort's "Hub" serves as an activity center, though some guests note additional fees apply for certain experiences. According to a camper, "They had plenty of activities for kids and adults. Easter egg hunts for kids, adult scavenger hunts for alcohol. Wonderful experience for the whole family." The surrounding region offers abundant exploration opportunities, with proximity to Gettysburg just 30 minutes away and access to Lake Marburg for water sports enthusiasts. Most glamping accommodations require advance reservations, particularly during peak summer months when availability becomes limited.
"We stayed in one of the cabins, which had 2 beds and a bunk bed, sink and toilet, refrigerator, microwave, dining table and sofa. There was also a front porch with picnic table and fire pit."
"We were the only ones in the bathrooms each time we went. Everything was clean, staff kind and helpful. Activities were nicely planned out. Pool was clean. Golfing range was also really great."
"We stayed Memorial Day weekend here because it’s so close to home. Our 1st ever RV camping was here 4 yrs ago. This time we’re in loop B site 79."
"After arriving at Codorus, we checked in at the visitor station which was quick and easy."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $195 / night
"A beautiful, well maintained park with lots to do, great bathroom facilities and extremely nice people."
"I was a walk-up with no reservation and since it was a weekday the ranger gave me a great rundown of the best spots in the camp and let me drive through to check them out before going back with my decision"
from $21 - $50 / night
"The lake is large and gorgeous. There are a lot of lake side campsites which are amazing. The hosts are all very friendly."
"We stayed in July on site 235. When we arrived, our first thought was “Wow, these sites are narrow!” Fortunately, backing in was fairly easy. Some sites would’ve been more difficult."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $90 / night
"Plenty of activities on site. And a live band on the weekends. Also close driving distance to many towns and cities."
"We stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick."
from $30 - $70 / night
"The people who run it are super helpful and the store is well stocked with anything you need. They have plenty of events and the pool is nice and clean to cool off on those hot camping days."
"Kids enjoyed the park, they offer a small paddle boat to take any time you want on their little lake on site, the area is beautiful, coworkers are friendly. Happy we came!"
"Fire pit, picnic table, swimming pool ( not open), miniature golf course, laundromat, bathrooms, showers, dump station, gathering areas for groups, playground, and even a horse area and stalls for horses"
"A dog park, walking distance to most everything we wanted to see. The national park is mostly dog friendly. My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site."
"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."
Available this weekend
from $999 / night
"We stayed here in November with beautiful weather which meant the large farm behind the campground was spraying manure over their fields. We could smell it."
"Staff is always friendly and the store well stocked. Kids enjoy the water park and nigh time laser tag parties and hay rides. "
"The site itself was set back some, and felt secluded while still being near the parking area. Walk to bathrooms and camp store was on the longer side."
"The tent sites are nice in that they are tucked along the wood line slightly away from RVs with more privacy and shade."
Available this weekend
from $27 - $45 / night
TravelerCountry Acres is a lovely, well maintained campground. Sites are level and bath house facilities clean and modern. Friendly staff in the office. Dog friendly. Local to all the Lancaster attractions. A complimentary farmland tour is offered by bus and it was great. They take you out into an area of Amish farms and shops and make a stop at 2 of these. The fresh Amish pretzels are amazing!
GuideGreat campsite. Fire pit, picnic table, swimming pool ( not open), miniature golf course, laundromat, bathrooms, showers, dump station, gathering areas for groups, playground, and even a horse area and stalls for horses. Dog friendly. Staff was very helpful and curious.
GuideWe booked two nights mid October not realizing that it's duck hunting season and that hunting is allowed RIGHT by the campground - with kids everywhere. We were jolted out of sleep at 5 am by gun fire right near our site. It kept up for the next hour. In addition, the bathrooms, although clean are in poor condition. Peeling paint everywhere with bare concrete in the showers. For such a pretty site, we had a miserable stay. We left after one night.
GuideWhere we were camping had blown up their dump station. Artillery Ridge helped us out. $10. to dump. If we come to camp in Gettysburg, it will be hear.
GuideYou just can't beat a pennsylvania park. This one is not an exception. Nice clean restroom, plenty of room. Now, what cost a star. Yes, it rained like hell. When we broke camp and go dump. The dump station was overflowing with sewer. Go to the guard shack to tell them, and find another site. None there. Can I go to an unused full hookup to dump? No! I would have to pay for the site. Two hours later, we found a place to dump for $10.
ScoutThe advertisements for Olde Mill Campground were disingenuous. The campsite was 20 yards from a roller coaster. The NOISE of the roller coaster and children on it screaming was as relentless and unnerving as any train we have ever slept near. There was no quiet until almost midnight. The “pull-through” site left my truck almost in the road and our 25’ Airstream slightly over the road on the backside. The site was not level. The sites were close enough to hear a neighbor’s snoring.
ScoutSimple and friendly check in process. Clean and well-maintained site.
ScoutThe campground is in excellent condition. The facilities are top notch. The excellence and care of the campground is evident. The 4 stars is only due to the road noise and many of the sites are on top of each other. You feel like your neighbor is at your camp fire.
RangerWe stayed at Little Bennett starting on Labor Day Monday and left before the weekend, so it is hard to say how this looks when the campground is full of life. They had quite a few activities for families and a pavilion capable of concerts and such, but there was minimal activity during our stay. My biggest complaint is that the gate code changed and we didn't get any notice--so after a long day and a dinner out near Baltimore (nearly an hour away), I had to call the police to get back to my camper. Otherwise, the campsite was relatively spacious and quiet. The bugs were a little rough. Lots of whitetail running around.
Camping options around Monkton, Maryland range from forested sites to open field locations at elevations between 300-500 feet. The region experiences hot, humid summers with average July temperatures reaching 87°F, while spring and fall offer milder conditions ideal for tent camping. Several campgrounds near Monkton offer yurt accommodations as alternatives to traditional camping.
Hiking trails and water activities: At Susquehanna State Park Campground, visitors can access miles of scenic trails. "We hiked back to the campground from here, which was a nice easy-to-moderate trail. The beginning was pretty rough for me, since I was wearing my infant son while navigating an uphill trail, but it quickly evened out," notes one camper. The park offers creek access points for wading and fishing.
Disc golf courses: Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground features two 18-hole disc golf courses for different skill levels. "Both areas have their own 18 hole disc golf course, but I will say: BEWARE of poison ivy!! We played the first 10 holes around the Conewago day use area and I was shocked at how much poison ivy we had to dodge all over the prime walking areas through the course," warns a visitor.
Seasonal activities: Farm-based campgrounds offer unique seasonal events beyond standard camping. "We stayed here this past Easter and they had plenty of activities for kids and adults. Easter egg hunts for kids, adult scavenger hunts for alcohol," reports a visitor to Merry Meadows. For those seeking yurt camping near Monkton, Maryland's state parks offer several options with varying amenities.
Private woodland sites: Many campers appreciate secluded spots surrounded by nature. At Tucquan Park Family Campground, "The primitive sites are back in the woods which kept us nice and cool on hot July nights. The location also kept us fairly bug free. Note: The campground WiFi does not reach the primitive sites and I had 0 cell/GPS service on the entire premises."
Clean, modern facilities: Bathhouse quality significantly impacts camping experiences. "Bath house was immaculate; by far the cleanest I have ever seen in a campground. Must have been recently renovated," reports a Susquehanna State Park visitor. Another camper at Lums Pond State Park Campground notes, "The bath house was absolutely immaculate, and the design made even my public-bathroom-phobic sister-in-law comfortable and at ease."
Pond fishing opportunities: Many campgrounds feature fishing ponds stocked with various species. "There is a nice little pond you can fish," mentions a visitor to Tucquan Park. At Gifford Pinchot, a camper reports, "Both areas have great access for fishing, and we caught a handful of bass and an absurd amount of bluegill from shore."
Reservation timing: Popular campgrounds fill quickly, especially during peak seasons. For Codorus State Park Campground, "advance reservations are a must — this place books up fast!" Similarly, at Lums Pond, a visitor advises, "Book early because it fills up fast!"
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