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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Towson, MD

959 Reviews

Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area's campsites welcome pets throughout their wooded grounds, offering a convenient option for dog owners near Towson. Located approximately 20 miles from Towson, this park features tent sites, RV spots, and pet-friendly cabins within its camping loop. Nearby Hollofield Area Campground also accommodates pets with designated pet-friendly camping areas. Both campgrounds maintain well-defined pet policies requiring dogs to be leashed at all times on a maximum 6-foot leash. The camping areas offer picnic tables and fire rings at each site, with clean bathhouses providing shower facilities. The Hilton Area campground includes a small playground near the camp host station and a larger playground at the park entrance, making it suitable for families camping with dogs. Trail access directly from the campgrounds allows for convenient dog walks, though pets must remain leashed on all park trails. Camp hosts sell firewood on-site as outside firewood is prohibited to protect against harmful insects.

Several dog-friendly trails connect to both campgrounds, offering opportunities for hiking with pets along the Patapsco River. The Saw Mill Branch Stream trail provides a moderately challenging route for active dogs, while the River Ridge Trail leads to playground areas and connects to the Ole Ranger Trail's 1.5-mile loop. Both campgrounds provide access to water features where dogs can cool off during summer months, though swimming areas may have specific pet restrictions. Campers report the campgrounds remain surprisingly quiet despite proximity to suburban areas, with minimal highway noise disrupting the wooded environment. The bathhouses, while older, are regularly cleaned and maintained. For supplies, grocery stores and pet-friendly establishments can be reached within a 5-minute drive from the parks. Campers should note that alcohol is prohibited throughout both campgrounds, and strict quiet hours are enforced to maintain the peaceful atmosphere for all guests and their pets.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Towson, Maryland (84)

    1. Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area

    19 Reviews
    Catonsville, MD
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 461-5005

    $20 - $51 / night

    "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."

    2. Hollofield Area Campground

    19 Reviews
    Windsor Mill, MD
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 461-5005

    $19 - $27 / night

    "Pet friendly. Very quiet. I only gave it 4 stars because the camp sites are too close together. Fire pits were well designed, bathrooms were relatively clean."

    "It may be close to suburbia (a neighborhood right through the trees) and convenient to major highways (literal minutes to I95), but you will feel like you are truly secluded in the woods."

    3. Merry Meadows Recreation Farm

    19 Reviews
    Freeland, MD
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 329-6636

    "Our dog was welcomed. Will definitely be going back. This was our first trip with our camper ever and everyone was helpful"

    "It was a VERY dark walk to get to the bathhouse for showers. And the fire pit had no grill, so we ended up having to use the stoves of some RV camping friends for meals."

    4. Ramblin' Pines

    17 Reviews
    Woodbine, MD
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 795-5161

    $30 - $70 / night

    "We love all the games there are to play and the dog park is our favorite spot. Overall, it's peaceful and quiet in a nice, wooded setting."

    "We stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick."

    5. Susquehanna State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Edgewood, MD
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 557-7994

    $21 - $50 / night

    "Our site was really good and I love that it had it's own access to the bathrooms. Quite a few of the inner loop sites do. If you're a tent camper Acorn has some very private and secluded sites."

    "The campsites are separated more widely than many other parks in Maryland (Cunningham Falls, Ft. Frederick, Pt. Lookout), and are quite secluded in comparison."

    6. Cherry Hill Park

    42 Reviews
    Beltsville, MD
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 937-7116

    $282 - $999 / night

    "Great location with access to all forms of transportation.  Store fully stocked to include groceries.   Two pools. Hot tub.   Play areas to include a game room and miniature golf.  "

    "As we looked around we found that all of the sites, regardless of amenities, were spaced about the same."

    7. Elk Neck State Park Campground

    60 Reviews
    Perryville, MD
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 287-5333

    $21 - $55 / night

    "Accessible and pet friendly. Great trails and great staff"

    "Our go to State Park for camping as it is pretty close to home. Standard State Park with all the amenities you need. We are tent campers/ non electric (no pets/ no kids)."

    8. Codorus State Park Campground

    40 Reviews
    Porters Sideling, PA
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 637-2816

    $24 - $247 / night

    "We got a spot for two nights in the pet area. We were shaded by trees, but the spots weren’t very private. Bathroom facilities are nice."

    "The open field pet friendly sites are also large but provide no shade and it gets hot!  You can feel the difference between these sites and the interior loop sites.  "

    9. Washington DC / Capitol KOA

    15 Reviews
    Millersville, MD
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 923-2771

    "We did not take our dog this time with us but would seriously consider it next time."

    "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."

    10. Bar Harbor RV Park & Marina

    8 Reviews
    Abingdon, MD
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 679-0880

    $70 - $90 / night

    "The campground seemed to stress pet restrictions both in the rules section of their registration packet and signage around the grounds."

    "This is close to us so it was an easy trip. Full hookup but we’re told to turn off and unhook water the night it dropped below freezing."

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  • barb C.
    Aug. 6, 2022

    Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA

    Amazing campground!

    We stayed for 10 days in a rustic cabin. Campground is well organized and clean. Tons of activities and even a hiking path. Pet friendly with small dog park. We had civil war soldiers drilling and staying the weekend we were there. Bathrooms are super clean.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Artillery Ridge Campground

    Great location and friendly staff

    We have a motorhome with no additional vehicle and two dogs, and this site couldn’t have been more perfect for us. 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. The staff was super friendly and welcoming.

  • Melissa F.
    Jul. 21, 2018

    Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground

    Wish I stayed there under different circumstances.

    The rangers were nice and the campground hosts were sweet. I liked the dish washing sinks outside of the shower houses. The site was nice with the tent pad backing up to the trees. I would rather sleep in a tent any night over a motel room but this time was different. Due to my father passing, me and my daughter stayed there 3 nights. I will be back another time to actually enjoy the lake and being between Lancaster and Gettysburg makes both places easy to access. Next time I will be getting a site away from the group area. It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking. Some of the groups can get rather loud especially when there are a bunch of teens. It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking.

  • L
    Aug. 6, 2018

    Lums Pond State Park Campground

    Very Dog Friendly

    Campground sites are nice and spacious, bathrooms are good, and there’s plenty to do for everyone. We hiked the 7.5mile lake trail with our two pups. It was beautiful and along the way there were opportunities to kayak/sup, beach it, or even play on a ropes course. We always travel with our dogs and this place has the BEST dog park. Big open space with access to lots of water play. We definitely recommend this spot!

  • E
    Aug. 4, 2021

    Lums Pond State Park Campground

    Impromtu tent camping success!

    I was able to book my site the day before the trip. 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. Firewood was $5 a bundle, but the register wasn't working and they could only take cash.

    The hiking in the immediate area was beautiful, lots of fun trails and wildlife. Fishing, kayaking, zip lining, tons of great activities.

    The firepits have grates over one half, so campfire cooking is a breeze. Cook up and use the provided picnic table for an easy dinner set up.

    The park itself is very dog friendly and most sites had dogs. There is also an off leash dog park at Lum's pond and dog water dishes outside the camp store.

    The showers and bathrooms were incredibly well kept with hot water and stocked supplies. If you didn't feel like walking so far, the tents had a spiget with running water near the parking areas.

    Reception for Verizon was spotty, t mobile was pretty great. Wish there was an ATM on site though I don't think the cash only situation is a normal one for this campground.

    All in all an amazing trip, and I'll be back as soon as possible.

  • singinajf@aol.com
    May. 26, 2021

    Ramblin' Pines

    Quiet Spot

    The staff and seasonal campers are all very friendly. The bathrooms are incredibly clean. We love all the games there are to play and the dog park is our favorite spot. Overall, it's peaceful and quiet in a nice, wooded setting.

  • C
    Aug. 23, 2018

    Bar Harbor RV Park & Marina

    RV Park surrounded by water!

    Our first visit (March 2018) was just prior to peak season (lower rates) and we had a site literally 10 ft. from the water! Full hook ups and sites were a little close, but nice. There seemed to be a lot of long term/permanent residents, but most sites along the waterfront remained open. The campground seemed to stress pet restrictions both in the rules section of their registration packet and signage around the grounds. There was a pet exercise/walking area, but could use some sprucing up. However, no one really made an issue of walking your dog around the campground and as the weekend came around, more and more dogs were around.

    You have to drive through a residential neighborhood to reach Bar Harbor, so big rigs take care/caution. Would like to try Bar Harbor again sometime.

  • Linda B.
    Jul. 7, 2019

    Cherry Hill Park

    Actually a 10!!!

    This is a campers dream site.  Everything you can think of is offered here.  You have to check their website to see all.  This is the closest site to Washington DC.  Great location with access to all forms of transportation.  Store fully stocked to include groceries.   Two pools. Hot tub.   Play areas to include a game room and miniature golf.  Pets are pampered here.  Even dog walking service available.

  • Paul P.
    Sep. 19, 2018

    Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA

    Beautiful campground!

    Smaller campground, but big on amenities!

    Staff was friendly, attentive and the Campground is extremely well-cared for. Sites vary in sizes and are well-defined. They have a great camp store and their mini-golf was just remodeled and a lot of fun to play. In addition to that, there is a bounce pad, shuffle board, horseshoes, chess, over-sized jenga, playground, dog park, gem mining, basketball, bikes, wood, propane, etc. and they pick up trash daily right at your site. All of this in a beautiful wooded spot near Gettysburg.

    I highly recommend!

Guide to Towson

Explore the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Towson, Maryland, where you can enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friends.

Pet owners like spacious sites and amenities

  • At Ramblin' Pines, you'll find roomy spots with plenty of activities, making it a great choice for families with pets.
  • Merry Meadows Recreation Farm offers large, private sites and a variety of amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay for both you and your pets.
  • Bar Harbor RV Park & Marina features waterfront sites and modern washrooms, perfect for a relaxing getaway with your four-legged companions.

Dog owners appreciate the variety of activities

Pet-friendly campgrounds include great facilities

  • Washington DC / Capitol KOA features clean facilities and a variety of activities for kids, ensuring a fun experience for the whole family, including your pets.
  • Gunpowder Falls State Park is known for its beautiful trails and picnic areas, perfect for a day out with your furry friend.
  • Camp Meade RV Park offers a secure environment with essential amenities, making it a reliable choice for pet owners looking for convenience.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Towson, MD is Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area with a 4.2-star rating from 19 reviews.

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