11 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Brunswick Family Campground welcomes dogs and other pets with designated pet-friendly areas across its riverfront sites. Located along the Potomac River, this established campground offers tent sites, RV hookups, and cabins that accommodate pets. The campground provides water and electric hookups with spacious areas at end sites in the A loop. Harpers Ferry KOA nearby also accommodates pets with full-service amenities including a small dog park area. Both campgrounds maintain standard leash policies requiring pets to be secured at all times when outside RVs or tents. The dog park isn't directly on the Brunswick campground property, requiring a short drive to access this amenity. Some riverside sites at Brunswick offer larger areas for pets to relax while staying connected to their owners.
Numerous pet-friendly hiking options surround these campgrounds with direct access to the C&O Canal towpath for miles of dog-friendly walking and biking in either direction. Harpers Ferry National Historical Park's Maryland Heights Trail provides a 4-5 mile uphill trail with stunning river views that welcomes leashed dogs. Dogs can access the Potomac River at Brunswick Family Campground via a short walk to the boat ramp area, allowing for supervised water play during warmer months. Campers should note the proximity of wildlife and train noise at both locations, with the Brunswick campground situated between the railroad tracks and river. The nearby town of Harpers Ferry offers pet-friendly outdoor dining options during warmer months. Many campsites have reported train noise throughout the night, though most dogs quickly adjust to the occasional sounds.
"This place is right outside the gate of Harpers Ferry NP. We walked to the shuttle bus stop. It is a very large KOA, and was almost empty when we visited in September."
"We set up camp at Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA Holiday as our launchpad to visit the historic sites in and around Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and Frederick, Maryland. "
from $40 - $80 / night
"If you would like to do some exploring, then you can walk the trail right next to the campground into the historical town of Harper's Ferry (If you’re facing the river then the trail is to the right of"
"Harper's Ferry is a little town in WV nestled right next to the Potomac River. It's also a convenient halfwayish point on the Appalachian Trail."
"There are four loops; two with no hookups and no pets allowed, one with no hookups that allow pets and one with electric sites that allow pets."
"My partner and our two dogs loved this campground! We were in the dogwood loop. Positives
* Big, immaculately groomed tent pads
* Mostly tent campers!"
from $23 - $29 / night
"Overall great camp ground only thing I noticed is at some of the RV sites the hook ups are in crazy spots some are In the neighboring sites area so you have to drag extensions around them."
"Picked this location because it is close to our home in Silver Spring, MD but far enough to make us feel like we were leaving town."
from $10 - $90 / night
"Quiet woods in Maryland about 30 or 40 miles north of DC. Tenting, and RV spots partial to full service. Just of hiway 270. pricey ($66/night) for a state park, but nice."
"PROS Very nice small Montgomery County Park
No reservation fee to make on-line reservations
Reserved 137 days prior to arriving
Entrance gate required entry code Instructed by staff via gate phone"
"It is located in Frederick, about an hour outside of Baltimore and Washington D.C. Though the campground is small, each site looks pretty unique. It offers tent sites, electric sites, and 4 cabins."
"The site was very level, nicely shaded, and positioned a short distance from the bath house. There was also a water spigot located right at the entrance of the site."
from $18 - $50 / night
"All the sites are very open and run along the multi-use trail. People are constantly walking, running, and biking by."
"Pretty standard campground—the perks are it’s location to nearby attractions and the river/creek. It depends on what you’re looking for—easy camping and proximity to Antietam and Harper’s? Golden."
Available this weekend
from $20 / night
"Deer Spring Loop is near the top of the mountain. This is not a pet friendly loop.
Site 112 is level, mostly shaded, backs up to the woods and has electric.
The site is between two cabins."
"This site is at the very top of the loop so it has a great cozy vibe and is spaced well away from other sites. The only downside is that the bathhouse is a walk downhill and then a walk back uphill."
from $23 - $29 / night
"Not a fan of kids running around through sites. The Elderberry and Deer Spring loops are no pets, but I’d like to see a no kids policy too. Kidding!"
"Nestled away in the Catoctin Mountains, it lands further away from Camp David, so the likelihood of it being negatively affected during dignitary or presidential visits is slim."
from $21 - $65 / night
"A lot to do: mountain bike trails (horses and walking, too); wooded hikes with water along the trails (great for dogs in the summer heat), skateboard park, BMX park, Water Park near the campground, fishing"
"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."
from $30 - $70 / night
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.
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.
GuideQuite the dump and almost no one around to talk to. There is a bathroom with running water, flushing toilets, and a shower. But it is cramped and not attractive. Most of the sites are right underneath the freeway, and very noisy. Primitive sites away from the road noise are nothing more than a wide area of the dirt road.
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.
ScoutWas looking for a last-minute getaway on a busy weekend, and they seemed the best option. I've always associated private campgrounds with crowding and sites on top of each other. I couldn't have been more wrong about The Cove. There is more wooded space between sites than in many National Parks.
Some sections are best accessed via 4WD, which I think is a great way to keep things from getting too crowded.
Such a huge diversity of types of sites, from lakeside to wooded, to open fields. They have something for everyone.
The bathrooms are ok. Other than the shower area and the reception, most toilets are pit toilets. If you want to be walking distance to showers, make sure to book sites near them. For most sites, it's going to be a hike or a drive.
And on top of that, they have a beach for the kids, boat rentals, and a range.
This was our first visit, but we will definitely be coming back.
GuideThis pet friendly campground in Caledonia State Park is .8 miles from the larger Chinquapin campground (no pets), ranger station and swimming pool. Our site #171 was level, paved, full hook ups and next to modern clean bathrooms with flush toilets, warm showers and outside dish washing sinks. Many available sites with and without services on a Sunday in October. There were a good number of friendly, tidy, long term campers with large wall tents. (They allow 21 day stays after Labor Day)
ScoutThe owners are friendly and te store is stocked and makes great camping/diner food. Well priced, and easy to get around. Bathrooms are solid and clean, with fast hot water!
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.
Pet-friendly camping near Point of Rocks, Maryland offers diverse terrain options with elevations ranging from 240-480 feet along the Potomac River valley. The region typically sees four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 85-90°F during peak camping months and spring bringing occasional flooding along riverside sites. Train noise impacts multiple campgrounds in the area due to the active CSX rail corridor paralleling many camping locations.
Historical exploration: 1.5 miles to Harpers Ferry. From Harpers Ferry Campground - River Riders, campers can access the historic town via a walking trail. "If you would like to do some exploring, then you can walk the trail right next to the campground into the historical town of Harper's Ferry. The trail is about 1.5 miles one way," notes Maggie A. The route takes you through Harper's Ferry National Park with access to additional hiking trails.
Fishing from campsites: 0 equipment rental needed. Riverside sites at several campgrounds allow direct access to fishing. "There is a small camp store, but the campground is convenient to ample grocery stores, convenience stores, and restaurants as well as many local historic attractions," reports Dale Y. about Brunswick campground. Many campers bring their own gear for catching smallmouth bass and catfish in the Potomac.
Hiking on the Appalachian Trail: 4-5 trail connections. Greenbrier State Park Campground provides direct trail connections. "Close to good hiking and could walk right out of the tent and meet up with the AT," writes Elinor. The park features trails ranging from easy to moderate difficulty levels with clearly marked paths.
Direct river access: most riverfront sites. Many campers appreciate the proximity to water at Brunswick Family Campground. "The Shenandoah River parallels the campground. The river is beautifully clean, clear and cool," shares Brian S. Campers can wade, swim, or launch personal watercraft from designated areas.
Spacious wooded sites: 30+ feet between sites. At Little Bennett Campground, privacy is a highlight. "The sites are quiet, very spacious, level, and heavily wooded with 50A service, water and sewer hookup," notes Ray & Terri F. This setting creates a more secluded camping experience despite being relatively close to urban areas.
Well-maintained facilities: daily cleaning. "Bathhouse was simple, but effective with steamy, hot water! People were good about keeping their space in this COVID era," reports M J. about Gambrill State Park. Many campgrounds in the region prioritize clean facilities despite high weekend usage rates in peak season.
Train noise: 24-hour schedules. The CSX rail line affects multiple campgrounds. "The CSX rail line berm... trains that come through here almost hourly range from quick commuter MARC or Amtrak trains to long freight trains. The proximity to the tracks means that if the sound doesn't wake you up, the rumbling ground will. Every hour through the night," warns Sherri C. about Harpers Ferry Campground.
Weekend crowding: lake facilities. Popular areas like Cunningham Falls State Park experience significant crowding. "The beach by the lake is PACKED every weekend with day trippers," notes Sarah K. Arriving early or midweek provides better access to swimming and picnic areas.
Limited cell service: spotty coverage. "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," explains Ray & Terri F. about connectivity at Little Bennett. Most campgrounds have limited to no WiFi availability and varying carrier coverage.
Lake swimming alternatives: river access points. When lakes are crowded, river access can be a better option. "The river is mesmerizing... situated next to the river so half of the sites have river views. Nice boat loading ramp and dock for fishing," reports Susan K. about Brunswick Family Campground. The gentle entry points allow for safe wading for children.
Playground availability: limited facilities. "The little store has just the necessities and there is an amazing playground for the kids," notes Brian S. about Brunswick. Most campgrounds in the region have basic playground equipment but limited organized activities.
Weather preparedness: temperature swings. "It was so very cold the first night we were there (25!). We took advantage of our electric site and used a small space heater to take the edge off of that night!" shares M J. about Gambrill State Park. Spring and fall camping requires extra layers and heating options.
Site selection: end sites provide more room. At Antietam Creek Campground, careful site selection matters. "All sites are walk-in only, which means you park on the street, cross the bridge over the C&O and towpath, and then down a little hill to your site," explains Michelle N. End sites at most campgrounds offer more space for larger setups.
Leveling challenges: bring blocks. "Site #D69 level side-to-side but we were forced to greatly elevate front of trailer to level front-to-back," reports Napunani about Little Bennett Campground. Many regional campgrounds feature sloped terrain requiring substantial leveling equipment.
Limited hookups: water availability. "D Loop is for RVs, A, B, C& E are tents only," explains Ray & Terri F. about Little Bennett. Most campgrounds separate RV and tent camping areas, with RV sections offering water and electric but often no sewer except at premium sites.
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