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One of our favorite places. Very well kept. No bathhouse so bring your own. A lot of shady sites. Great views of Chesapeake bay. Flat roads in the area for cycling.
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Patapsco Valley State Park contains several campground options within a short drive of Savage, Maryland. The park's Hilton Area and Hollofield Area campgrounds provide tent sites, RV hookups, and small cabins approximately 10 miles northwest of Savage. Cherry Hill Park in College Park and Greenbelt Park Campground in Greenbelt offer additional developed camping experiences within 15 miles. The region includes a mix of state park, regional park, and private campgrounds with accommodations ranging from basic tent sites to full-service RV hookups and glamping options.
Many campgrounds in the area operate seasonally, with Patapsco Valley State Park's campgrounds typically open from April 1 to October 30. Site reservations are strongly recommended, especially during summer weekends when campgrounds fill quickly. The campgrounds closest to Savage feature varying terrain, with some sites positioned on slopes that may require careful tent placement. The developed areas provide amenities including showers, restrooms, and fire rings, though facilities at some locations are described as older and awaiting renovation. One camper shared: "Most of the sites we saw had a bit of a grade/slope to it and made setting up our tent a bit more challenging."
Campers praise the accessibility of these campgrounds to nearby urban areas while still providing a natural experience. "We found it a great way to visit Baltimore without having to stay at a hotel," noted one visitor. Sites at Patapsco Valley State Park are particularly popular for families with children due to extensive playgrounds and kid-friendly trails. The campgrounds closest to Savage provide good proximity to hiking trails, with the Patapsco River offering recreational opportunities including fishing and kayaking. Camp Meade RV Park in nearby Laurel provides a secure, military-operated camping option with full hookups for RVs. During rainy periods, campers report that drainage can be an issue at some of the lower-elevation sites in Patapsco Valley, with one visitor commenting that their "site was hard to set up as we arrived during a storm and it was very wet."
Best Campgrounds near Savage (95)
1. Cherry Hill Park
"Metrorail is about 6 miles from campground, near University of Maryland."
"Great camping amenities, soft cushioned sites, with power and water close by. DO NOT GET BASIC TENT SITES AS THEY ARE NEXT TO HIGHWAYS AND VERY NOISY!!! Premium tent sites would be a better choice."
from $999 / night
Check Availability2. Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park
"If you are really looking for somewhere to feel far away from civilization and see some beautiful scenery, this probably isn't it."
"The campsite is superb with walking trails, wildlife and the occasional overflying US Presidential Helicopter. Easily accessible from close by freeways, and charmingly peaceful"
from $20 / night
Check Availability3. Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area
"Camp site(Tent camping)
The camp site is what it is, just a camp site :) It's one of the bigger state parks surrounded by forest in MD.""Another negative was after the storm for the next few days we heard trees falling nearby."
from $20 - $51 / night
Check Availability4. Hollofield Area Campground
"It has 8 recreation areas and we stayed at the Hollofield Area in April- one of our first experiences in a Maryland State Park. Beautiful park with 70 miles of hiking/biking /multi use trails."
"This campground is pleasant, but the sites are situated quite close to one another."
from $19 - $27 / night
Check Availability5. Washington DC / Capitol KOA
"They have a nice dog area for the dog to be able to run around and exercise which a lot of places we have been do not have a place for the dog to really exercise."
"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. The staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful."
6. Ramblin' Pines
"We stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick."
"We love this home away from home ❤️"
from $30 - $70 / night
Check Availability7. Camp Meade RV Park
8. Little Bennett Campground
"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"
9. The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring
from $150 - $200 / night
Check Availability10. Pine Tree Associates Nudist Club
"My wife and I were trying to find an RV location near the Annapolis city dock for a boat show and found Pine Tree Associates."
"Camping fees include access to a large outdoor pool, an indoor pool and a hot tub. There is room for tenting and campers."
from $30 - $55 / night
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Drive Time
- 13 min from Baltimore, MD
- 29 min from Washington, DC
- 1 hr 3 min from York, PA
- 1 hr 11 min from Gettysburg, PA
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Recent Reviews near Savage, MD
788 Reviews of 95 Savage Campgrounds
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GuideSusquehanna State Park Campground
A little noisy - park stuff, not campers
A beautiful, well maintained park with lots to do, great bathroom facilities and extremely nice people. The electric sites aren't all together, so you don't have RV's lined up but maybe annoying for folks who are tent camping. Avoid the locations in the mid-30's by the dumpster, both staff and campers start shaking the lid around 6:30. Between 5 AM and noon staff were driving big trucks and ATV's around with loud reverse horns, and slamming the fire pit grills, which they store sideways. Overall I had a really wonderful time, but that's largely down to good sound reduction inside the van. Almost zero cell service. I was able to get a couple of text messages in and out, but seemed to be a fluke.
- JJohn B.
ScoutArtillery Ridge Campground
One of the nicer campgrounds in the area
Staff is friendly and everything is kept up well, newly renovated pool and pavilion area.
- JJohn S.Scout
Ramblin' Pines
Weak WiFi
For $90 per night the WiFi should work better. Didn’t connect at all. Had to use the antenna pointed East to get local Baltimore news.
- 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.
- TTroli R.Guide
Aberdeen Proving Ground RV Park
Bougie sites; AWFUL reservation system
BASE ACCESS REQUIRED!
Electric/Water/Sewer hookup sites for $56 a night! (2 night minimum) Which is a great full hookup price, even though it's gone up $6 since last year. Weekly and monthly pricing available as well.
The sites are neat, well maintained, level, and sunny with concrete pads and paved campground roads. Centrally located laundry facilities and airconditioned bath house. Playground, boat launch, beach volleyball court, disk golf, basketball court, and outdoor pool all within walking distance. Other base amenities include: commissary, gas station, bowling, BBQ, Dunkin', and Greek restaurants, and golf. (I'm sure I'm forgetting something.)
Note: in July it is very buggy - the biting flies are the worst. So bring bug spray or a screened in tent to eat in.
The downside: the reservation system is a major PITA. You have to download a PDF packet, fill it out, and EMAIL it in. When you get your confirmation, it doesn't include a specific site number. You get assigned one when they call you the week of your scheduled check-in for payment completion.
Don't miss out on: the water! My advice would be to reserve one of their boats at the same time you reserve your campsite. The water in this area is great - no jellyfish, low waves. You can SUP, kayak, pontoon boat. Whatever your preference. There are large flats of grasses - which you'd want to avoid with a motor but are so much fun to paddle over. Also check out the Susquehanna National Wildlife Refuge island. You can't go inland, but you can anchor off shore, jump in and wade around the shallows.
Also very driveable to an off-base movie theater, Baltimore, and Havre de Grace.
Linda R.ScoutGettysburg
Cranky
Frome the moment you drive up the women at the gate is about as welcoming ( as my Pops would say ) "A fart in church.," Great way to start your vacation. Didn't get much better in the office. The one guy that worked there did at least smile at us....
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.
Guide to Savage
Camping spots near Savage, Maryland provide access to both wooded natural areas and convenient bases for exploring nearby urban attractions. Most campgrounds in the region operate at elevations between 200-400 feet in rolling terrain with deciduous forest cover, creating variable site conditions. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F with higher humidity levels, often requiring campers to prepare for both shade and moisture management.
What to do
Explore trails and waterways: At Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area, the extensive network of trails offers multiple difficulty levels. "There is a huge playground, sensory trail and nature discovery center at the entrance to the park. The nature center was closed when we visited, but the kids still enjoyed the sensory trail and playground," notes one visitor.
Day trips to DC: From Washington DC / Capitol KOA in Millersville, urban exploration is straightforward. "Easy access and well laid out sites. They have a bus stop for metro service to the city, but we took the 20 minute drive," explains a camper who visited with family.
Nature observation: Wildlife viewing opportunities abound in the wooded areas. "Every morning birds and squirrels" can be spotted according to a camper at Greenbelt Park, who also mentioned "a family of deer grazing close by, a great way to settle in for the evening."
What campers like
Proximity to urban attractions: Many campers appreciate being able to combine outdoor stays with city visits. At Greenbelt Park Campground, one camper noted, "You can spend entire days at the always-free Smithsonian museums and still fall asleep in the woods. Can't beat the close proximity to DC."
Campground amenities: Cherry Hill Park receives praise for its facilities. "Proximity to DC and surrounding areas can't be beat. Uber, Lyft, bus, shuttle. It takes about a half hour to get downtown to the monuments. Our uber rides ranged from 20-45$ for a family of 5," explains one visitor who found the transportation options convenient.
Site privacy and layout: Campers value sites with adequate spacing. At Little Bennett Campground, visitors appreciate the natural buffers: "Lots of vegetation between sites providing privacy from neighbors. Site#D69 shady. Very quiet campground."
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance booking, especially during peak season. "Reserve online - this is a NO CASH facility which means you CANNOT pay upon arrival so you will have to do so online," advises a camper about Greenbelt Park.
Terrain challenges: Many sites in the area feature uneven ground. "Site#D69 level side-to-side but we were forced to greatly elevate front of trailer to level front-to-back," reported a camper at Little Bennett Campground.
Weather considerations: Summer storms can impact camping experiences significantly. One visitor to Ramblin' Pines in Woodbine noted how the campground staff keeps "a close eye on things," which provides peace of mind during inclement weather.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds feature play areas for children. "The Hilton entrance of Patapsco Valley Park is perfect for keeping the kids entertained. There is a huge playground, sensory trail and nature discovery center at the entrance to the park," notes one family camper.
Swimming options: During summer months, pool access becomes important. At Cherry Hill Park, facilities include "Mini Golf, Swimming Pool, Hot tub, Basketball court, Snack bar on site, Nightly hayride," according to a visitor rating the amenities.
Educational opportunities: Several campgrounds offer ranger programs and nature activities. "There are monthly programs at the campfire circle that I sometimes attend even when not camping here," mentions a local visitor to Greenbelt Park.
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Electric service varies between campgrounds, with some offering full hookups and others providing limited options. At Hollofield Area Campground, "There is a dump station. There is only 20/30amp electricity and NO water or sewer," reports an RVer.
Maneuverability: Some campgrounds have specific approach requirements. A visitor to Hollofield Area warned: "APPROACH THIS PARK ONLY FROM THE WEST IF YOUR VEHICLE IS OVER 11 FEET HIGH. (There is a 11' bridge coming east bound into this park.)"
Leveling requirements: Many sites require significant adjustment for RVs. "Most of the sites we saw had a bit of a grade/slope to it and made setting up challenging," noted a camper about typical conditions in the area's campgrounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Savage, MD?
Which is the most popular campground near Savage, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Savage, MD is Cherry Hill Park with a 4.8-star rating from 44 reviews.
What parks are near Savage, MD?
What parks are near Savage, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 parks near Savage, MD that allow camping, notably Greenbelt Park and Rock Creek Park.
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