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If you enjoy nature, try taking a hike-in camping trip in Maryland. Visit one of these campsites that are off the beaten path with stunning views. Find the best hike-in campgrounds in Maryland.

Maryland

The Best Hike-In Camping in Maryland

If you enjoy nature, try taking a hike-in camping trip near Reid. These campsites are way off the beaten path and have gorgeous views. Check out some of the top rated hike-in campsites for backpackers near Reid.

Reid

The Best Hike-In Camping Near Reid, Maryland

## Overview

Owens Creek Campground offers families and individuals enjoyable primitive tent camping. Located just five miles from Thurmont, Maryland, in the rolling hills of Catoctin Mountain Park. 

## Recreation

As a primitive camping area, Owens Creek encourages visitors to use healthy doses of imagination while surrounded by the natural landscape. Nature hikes and campfire circles are popular activities. The Deerfield Nature Trail connects directly to the campground and is a 1.5 mile loop with a connection to the park's western system of trails. Browns Farm Trail is nearby in the Owens Creek Picnic Area and offers budding archeologists with a peek into the history of the area. This trail is also a youth friendly 'Track Trail'. For more information go to: www.kidsinparks.com. Catoctin Mountain Park boasts 25 miles of trails. 

## Facilities

This campground contains 50 single campsites with a limit of five people, or immediate family, per site. There are no-hookups. Maximum 22' trailer length and RVs up to 30'. There are three pull through sites, #12, #39 and #43.   
  
Flush toilets, showers and drinking water are available and centrally located in the campground. All sites are equipped with a tent pad, picnic tables, and fire ring. All tents must fit on the tent pads. Firewood is available.

## Natural Features

The campground is surrounded by a rolling landscape, perfect for hikes of any level from easy to extremely strenuous. Owens Creek flows past the campground providing a peaceful setting beside a bubbling brook. Whether blanketed in snow in winter months, brilliant with color in the fall or blooming with wildflowers in the spring, Owens Creek offers beautiful scenery all year. 

## Nearby Attractions

**Other National Park Service units in the area are:** Antietam National Battlefield [ www.nps.gov/ancm/index.htm ](http://www.nps.gov/ancm/index.htm) 26 miles, Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park [ www.nps.gov/choh/index.htm ](http://www.nps.gov/choh/index.htm) 28 miles, Eisenhower National Historic Site [ www.nps.gov/eise/index.htm ](http://www.nps.gov/eise/index.htm) 20 miles, Gettysburg National Military Park [ www.nps.gov/gett/index/htm ](http://www.nps.gov/gett/index.htm) 20 miles, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park [ www.nps.gov/hafe/index.htm ](http://www.nps.gov/hafe/index.htm) 37 miles, Monocacy National Battlefield [ www.nps.gov/mono/index.htm ](http://www.nps.gov/mono/index.htm) 18 miles, Appalachian National Scenic Trail [ www.nps.gov/appa/index.htm ](http://www.nps.gov/appa/index.htm), 8 miles, Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail [ www.nps.gov/pohe/index.htm ](http://www.nps.gov/pohe/index.htm), 26 miles.   
  
**Other Attractions:** Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo [ www.cwpzoo.com ](http://www.cwpzoo.com), Cunningham Falls State Park [ www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/cunningham.asp ](http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/cunningham.asp), Tourism Council of Frederick County [ www.fredericktourism.org ](http://www.fredericktourism.org), Washington County Hagerstown, MD [ www.marylandmemories.org/home.html ](http://www.marylandmemories.org/home.html).

Owens Creek Campground

## Overview

The Adirondack Shelters, located near the northern most point of Catoctin Mountain Park, provide a destination for true nature immersion and an alternative to drive-up camping. A moderate three-mile uphill hike over rocky but generally gently rolling terrain leads to the three-sided shelters similar to those found on the Appalachian Trail. 

At Catoctin Mountain Park, the beauty and solitude of nearly 6,000 acres of mature Eastern Hardwood Forest beckon visitors in need of an escape. 

## Recreation

The shelters are for backcountry hikers looking for a remote getaway. Birdwatching, or birding is a popular form of wildlife observation.   
  
  
Catoctin offers a 25-mile hiking trail system, fishing, picnic areas, and multiple camping options.

## Facilities

This is a rustic backcountry area with no vehicle access or potable water. There is one pit toilet shared between the two shelters. Campers must carry adequate drinking water and supplies and pack trash out at the conclusion of their stay. The two shelters are several hundred feet apart, making them close enough for groups to use both, but far enough away to offer privacy.   
  
The sites are available year-round and can accommodate five campers. Tents or temporary structures are not permitted inside the shelters or surrounding area. Campfire rings are provided. 

## Natural Features

Located about 60 miles from Washington, DC and Baltimore, Maryland, Catoctin Mountain Park lies within the mountainous Blue Ridge Province of north-central Maryland. Scenic overlooks extend across the Monocacy Valley. 

## Nearby Attractions

Head to Wolf Rack for scenic vistas and thrilling rock climbing and rappelling. Or tour the Historic Camp Misty Mount, which is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

Adirondack Shelters

Annapolis Rock Campground

Houck - Cunningham Falls State Park

Few places on Earth can inspire as much as the diverse landscape found throughout the Appalachian Mountains. Greenbrier State Park is no exception, nestled right on the 42 Acre man-made Greenbrier Lake. Campers that visit will be greeted with white sandy beaches and family-friendly recreation. Camping here is an experience to remember, thanks to the multitude of options available to entertain yourself. 

 The lake provides a great location for practically any water activities you can think of. While you’re not allowed to put a motorized boat in, you can use a a small electric motor boat, or even paddle boards. There’s areas to rent Canoes, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, and more nearby. In addition, fishing is another extremely popular activity here. If you bring a rod out, you can find Trout, Bass, and Blue Gill. For anyone over 16, a Maryland Angler's License is required, and all Maryland fishing laws apply. There is also a 500 acre hunting area, where general hunting is permitted. 

 Perhaps most notable is the various hiking trails found throughout the park. More than 11 miles of trails wind through and twist around the local geography, revealing the various quirks and features of the land. On the eastern edge of the park, Bartman Hill can be found, which is also where part of the Appalachian trail passes through. Aside from hiking, there is also an ADA accessible visitor center. What’s more, there’s even a beach wheelchair! 

 Throughout the park, there are 165 campsites available for reservation. 40 of these campsites even have electric hookups. Furthermore, there are bathhouses located throughout with hot-water showers. There’s also a dump station for those planning on staying here in a van or RV. Fires are allowed on all campsites but must be kept within the fire rings. According to the state park website, pets are allowed in the Cedar and Dogwood camp loops with a few conditions. For one, Pets are only allowed on trails outside day-use area. Additionally, pets are allowed in day-use area and lake from the day after Labor Day to the Friday before Memorial Day. 

 Nightly rates for campsites start at $21.49. If you choose to reserve a campsite with electric, expect to pay $27.49. Lake Front Gazebos (capable of sheltering 32) are available for day-use rent at $100. Other fees and fares may still apply, so check out the Maryland State Park website for more information before booking.



Greenbrier State Park

 Flush toilets, warm showers, some electric hook-ups

This activity or structure is ADA accessible.

Seventy tent and trailer sites are available from late March to mid-December.

Each campsite has a picnic table and fire ring. A sanitary dump station is near the campground entrance.

A seasonal camp store is one quarter-mile from the campground.

Pets are permitted on designated campsites for a fee.

Pine Grove Furnace State Park

Manor - Cunningham Falls State Park

We welcome tent & RV camping with 30 and 50-amp hookups including pull-through, shaded, and field sites. We have overnight, seasonal, and extended-stay (available year-round) camping available. We are open April-October for overnight and seasonal camping. Our extended stay sites are open year-round. Limited service overnight camping may be available in the off-season, call for details.

Twin Bridge Campground 

Dahlgren Backpacker Campground in Greenbrier State Park

Mile 79.2 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and drinking water. Please Note: Potable water may not be available at each campsite. Water is treated with iodine. Please plan to have water purification tablets with you. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.

Horseshoe Bend Hiker-biker Overnight (hbo) Campsite

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Baltimore

The Best Camping Near Baltimore, Maryland

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Columbia

The Best Camping Near Columbia, Maryland

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Germantown

The Best Camping Near Germantown, Maryland

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Frederick

The Best Camping Near Frederick, Maryland

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Rockville

The Best Camping Near Rockville, Maryland

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Gaithersburg

The Best Camping Near Gaithersburg, Maryland

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Bowie

The Best Camping Near Bowie, Maryland

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Bel Air South

The Best Camping Near Bel Air South, Maryland

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Hanover

The Best Camping Near Hanover, Maryland

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St. Charles

The Best Camping Near St. Charles, Maryland

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Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

The Best Camping Near Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Maryland

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Greenbelt Park

The Best Camping Near Greenbelt Park, Maryland

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Catoctin Mountain Park

The Best Camping Near Catoctin Mountain Park, Maryland

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Assateague Island National Seashore

The Best Camping Near Assateague Island National Seashore, Maryland

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Fort Washington Park

The Best Camping Near Fort Washington Park, Maryland

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Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

The Best Camping Near Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Maryland

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Antietam National Battlefield

The Best Camping Near Antietam National Battlefield, Maryland

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