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Matoaka Beach Cottages and Lacy Oasis Campground house the most serene glamping accommodations near Prince Frederick, showcasing canvas tents and resort-style amenities on picturesque waterfront properties. Matoaka offers glamping sites with stunning views of the Chesapeake Bay, while Lacy Oasis provides a more intimate natural setting with six thoughtfully designed eco-friendly glamping sites. One recent visitor noted, "If you are a nature lover, a person who loves peace, serenity, and tranquility, Lacy Oasis is the place to be." Both locations prioritize comfort with premium bedding, private outdoor spaces, and electricity in their glamping accommodations. The waterfront locations provide natural climate control with bay breezes, while the wooded settings offer shade and privacy not found at conventional campgrounds.
Fossil hunting at Westmoreland State Park's glamping yurts combines adventure with luxury accommodations just a short drive from Prince Frederick. The park's glamping units feature comfortable beds with linens, electricity, and climate control systems while maintaining a connection to the natural surroundings. According to a camper, "This is a stunning state park with a gorgeous campground. The whole place seems very well taken care of, with a camp store, visitor center, and discovery center for kids." Hiking trails lead directly from glamping areas to Fossil Beach, where guests can search for 15-million-year-old shark teeth and other marine fossils along the Potomac River. Glamping campsites at both Matoaka and Westmoreland require advance reservations, particularly during peak season between April and October when temperatures are ideal for experiencing the Chesapeake region's unique ecosystem from the comfort of upscale canvas accommodations.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Prince Frederick (21)
1. Matoaka Beach Cottages
"Fire pits were at tent sites and past the office was beach access into Chesapeake Bay. There are trash bins and porta potty’s on sight that are all maintained and kept clean."
"I just showed up and got a perfect camp spot with a view of the sunrise and access to the private beach."
2. Lacy Oasis Campground
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $90 - $190 / night
3. Westmoreland State Park Campground
"One room has two bunk beds, dresser, shelving, a lamp, and two night stands. Other room has a queen bed, shelving, a lamp, night stand, and dresser. Fireplace and screened in porch are lovely."
"Everything was closed when we arrived, so it was a welcome surprise to have firewood available for sale on an honor system."
9 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $27 - $134 / night
4. Pohick Bay Campground
"We were at site 133, non electric non water. I feel like the spots at the end of each loop might have slightly more privacy, but our site was fine."
"We stayed on the big loop on site 48. Unfortunately there wasn’t anything on ReserveAmerica specifying the water situation, so when we arrived we found that we didn’t have water hook up."
35 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $37 - $170 / night
5. Solomons Navy Recreation Area
6. Cherry Hill Park
"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."
Check AvailabilityAvailable next weekend
from $999 / night
7. Louise F. Cosca Regional Park
"Only 5 sites have electric (2, 5, 18, 24, 25)but all 25 sites have water hookup. Weekends are some what noisy because of the games across the street in the park."
"Close to town but far enough to enjoy yourself. Bathrooms are clean and have decent showers."
Check Availabilityfrom $10 - $45 / night
8. Washington DC / Capitol KOA
"Laundry room and Propane fill on site so that was nice. RV Site was fairly level and easy to get into. Some sites are a bit close together and not long enough to keep your tow vehicle hooked up."
"Staff was friendly and helpful with any information we needed. Nice play ground for the kids. They also really enjoyed the jumping pillow."
9. Smallwood State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED THROUGH JULY 2023
"Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. The other campers were all respectful and observed pet policy and quiet hours. I have a reactive dog and he did well here! We’ll be back!"
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $27 - $65 / night
10. Tuckahoe State Park Campground
"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."
"Small by some State Park standards, Tuckahoe offers two loops: a tent/cabin site, and an electric site for RVs. The sites are well maintained."
Check Availabilityfrom $21 - $70 / night
Drive Time
- 30 min from Lexington Park, MD
- 45 min from Washington, DC
- 1 hr 1 min from Baltimore, MD
- 2 hrs 7 min from Salisbury, MD
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Glamping Reviews near Prince Frederick, MD
233 Reviews of 21 Prince Frederick Campgrounds
- AAl L.Scout
Westmoreland State Park Campground
Nice end of summer retreat
It was a well maintained campsite. Clean bathrooms and great hikes to fossil beach.
- Judy W.
GuideSmallwood State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED THROUGH JULY 2023
Great Escape! Air conditioned cabins!
What 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.
- hheather B.Scout
Cherry Hill Park
Like a resort
This camp ground is like a resort with 2 pools mini golf splash pad and many other amenities
- HHolly B.Guide
Cherry Hill Park
My All Time Favorite…so far
This park is top notch. The grounds are immaculate. The staff is friendly and helpful. They have a lovely gift shop. We were in the 400 sites and it was nice and shady. Though you are close to highways I don’t recall hearing and noise. I love that they have shuttles to DC., walking trails and a large dog park. This is my all time favorite park so far and I need to go back.
Jeremy G.
TravelerJoint Base Andrews Military FamCamp
Could be a great campground but......
There are some good things about this Famcamp. It's like a diamond in the rough. If the military would spend some time and money on it, it could be a great campground. One of the greatest points about this campground is its location. You are so close to downtown D.C.! Every RV site (as far as I saw) was a level concrete pad. All sites, except for tent sites, have full electricity. Most sites have sewer and water. Sites 12-18 should be mainly used for the smaller travel trailers. I had an interesting time getting my 35' 5th wheel into the site. Even though I got my RV into the site, I don't have much room for my truck. My site has a picnic table, fire pit, and a grill. Everything is rusted beyond repair. My grill was filled with cigarette butts and my fire pit had trash in it. There is some shade. My site has two trees at the front of the pad on both sides of the RV. My bedroom stays nice and cold and I have a good view for my Starlink in the rear. The sites are close to each other, but there is some space. The good thing is that we are surrounded by the golf course. You don't get much noise from the base, because of the location, and because the FamCamp is surrounded by trees. You can hear the busy road outside the fence but I don't hear it much inside the RV. Every once in a while you'll hear an aircraft... but this is an air base, it's expected. We were told the community laundry was not working and to use the base laundry mat. Finally, one of the best parts about the campground, is the lady at outdoor rec that is in charge of the Famcamp. She is very nice and helpful. She will try to assist you with anything you need from directions to useful tips.
- AAimee K.Traveler
Washington DC / Capitol KOA
Good location
Nice campground, maintained very well and clean. Laundry room and Propane fill on site so that was nice. RV Site was fairly level and easy to get into. Some sites are a bit close together and not long enough to keep your tow vehicle hooked up. A bit inconvenient if you’re only there for 1 night.
Nancy W.
LegendMartinak State Park Campground
Quiet camping in the woods.
This is a great little state park tucked away in the woods. Campsites are pretty spacious and have nice shade. The campground has two loops, each with a bathhouse located in the middle. Our site (Butterfly Loop #3) was long enough for our motorhome and tow car. The roads are paved, as was our camping pad. The only utility at our site was 30-amp electric. There are water spigots located throughout each loop and we were close enough to fill our water tank. For the most part, the park is big-rig friendly but we did brush against some trees on our way around the loop. Campsites do vary in length so make sure you include your length when booking. We reserved online and were instructed to just go to our site which was nice and convenient. They sell firewood onsite and have a self-pay station which we loved. There is a nice boat launch and the kayak launch has a platform to assist you getting in and out and there are plenty of places to fish from the bank. There is a nature center (which was not open during our stay), playground, picnic pavilions, amphitheater, The bathrooms could use some more attention. The shower curtains were pink meaning they have not been properly cleaned in a while. Needless to say, we did not shower there. The dump station was closed while we were there but we were told we could use the dump station at Tuckahoe State Park (about 10 miles away). We really enjoyed the short hiking trails and paved trail which allowed us to log about 3 miles without having to leave the park. The campground is a really relaxing place to be. We did drive (about 40 minutes south) to the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park and Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, both of which we recommend. It is also worth a drive to St. Michaels to see the quaint seaside town and visit the maritime museum (plan on spending half a day at the museum). The only downside is that the park is not gated and open for day use so a lot of people just drive through the campground looking around.
John M.GuideMatoaka Beach Cottages
Fantastic location with winderful hosts
Private campground with cabins and tent sites. Tent sites are first come, first service so call ahead to ensure the space is available. The host family was very nice and easy to work with and talk to. Fire pits were at tent sites and past the office was beach access into Chesapeake Bay. There are trash bins and porta potty’s on sight that are all maintained and kept clean. Beautiful sights and plenty to do in the area with DC being roughly an 40-60 minutes away.
Guide to Prince Frederick
Camping options near Prince Frederick, Maryland include tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals within a 45-minute radius. The Chesapeake Bay area sits at low elevation with high humidity in summer, making spring and fall the most comfortable camping seasons. Many campsites around Prince Frederick offer water access for fishing and paddling activities.
What to do
Fossil hunting excursions: Search for ancient shark teeth and marine fossils along the Potomac River shoreline at Westmoreland State Park Campground. The park maintains hiking trails that lead directly to fossil-rich beaches. "Beautiful and relaxing. We came from Pa/De and wanted to look for sharks teeth. It was beautiful here so we decided to stay the night," notes one visitor.
Kayaking on Tuckahoe Creek: Launch your kayak directly between sites 46 and 48 at Tuckahoe State Park Campground. The creek connects to Tuckahoe Lake where no gasoline motors are permitted. A camper mentions, "Great hiking, biking, kayaking and fishing. They have a really nice playground for kids. You can rent kayaks, canoes and fishing gear."
Beach combing and swimming: Access private beaches at Matoaka Beach Cottages where tent camping spots offer sunrise views over the Chesapeake Bay. "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," shares a recent camper.
What campers like
Private wooded sites: Lacy Oasis Campground provides secluded tent and glamping accommodations with dedicated fire rings and picnic tables. "The owners are involved and designed this space with the visitors pleasure in mind. This space is about healing and being grounded with yourself," according to a recent review.
Clean facilities: Pohick Bay Campground maintains well-kept bathhouses and camping areas about 45 minutes from Prince Frederick. "Great regional park with lots to do - trails, biking, boating. Sites are spacious and decently level. Amenities and such are what you'd expect - clean but not new," reports a camper.
Water views: Tent sites at Matoaka Beach Cottages offer direct 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," notes a visitor who appreciated the waterfront location.
What you should know
Military facility restrictions: Andrews AFB Military FamCamp requires proper military identification and advance reservations. "Need military id and reservations to go," warns a camper about access requirements.
Reservation timing: Peak season for glamping in Prince Frederick, Maryland and surrounding areas runs April through October. Book sites at Westmoreland State Park Campground several months in advance for summer weekends. "Westmoreland felt a little crowded at full capacity. Had to wait for restrooms and the beaches were well used," notes one visitor.
Weather considerations: Camping near Prince Frederick brings high humidity in summer months. For comfort, a camper at Westmoreland suggests, "Went in March 2018 for my birthday, when it was still VERY cold, but had a wonderful time. The beaches and trails seem so much more peaceful and untouched this time of year. Definitely gets windy near the river."
Wildlife awareness: Raccoons frequently visit campsites after dark at Louise F. Cosca Regional Park. "Raccoons run wild at night flipping trash can lids on your campsite hunting for food. Use repel spray to keep the raccoons off your site," advises a regular camper.
Tips for camping with families
Off-peak visits: For a quieter luxury camping experience near Prince Frederick, schedule mid-week stays. A visitor to Tuckahoe State Park notes, "Quiet state park with limited cell reception. Truly off the map camping. Despite being booked for the Memorial Day weekend, this campground was quaint and very quiet."
Age restrictions at pools: Families considering upscale glamping accommodations should check pool policies before booking. At Pohick Bay Regional Park, some water facilities have age limitations, while others welcome all visitors.
Playground access: Cherry Hill Park offers extensive play facilities for children. "We had a site near the pool, outdoor chess set, jumping pillow and gaga ball pit. Our kids (9, 10 and 14) all had fun and made friends," shares a family who stayed at this campground.
Tips from RVers
Site levelness: When booking RV sites around Prince Frederick, check reviews for ground conditions. A visitor to Washington DC/Capitol KOA notes, "Camp site wasn't level at all. I was actually kind of worried that it would slide into the woods."
Electric hookup options: Only 5 of the 25 sites at Louise F. Cosca Regional Park offer electric hookups (sites 2, 5, 18, 24, 25), though all sites have water connections. "Only 5 sites have electric but all 25 sites have water hookup. Site 24 and 25 are very close together but the other sites are at a distance," explains a camper.
Road conditions: Access roads to upscale glamping sites near Prince Frederick may have rough sections. One camper mentions, "The farm roads around the park are very bumpy," when describing routes to Tuckahoe State Park.
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