Many camping areas around Upper Falls, Maryland provide waterfront access to the Bush River and Chesapeake Bay watershed. The region's moderate climate allows for camping from early spring through late fall, with summer highs typically reaching the mid-80s. Seasonal closures affect several rv parks Upper Falls, Maryland in winter months when overnight temperatures can drop below freezing.
What to do
Water activities at riverside sites: Bar Harbor RV Park & Marina offers direct water access for kayaking and fishing. "Camped here at the end of summer, really loved it. Had our kayaks with us and the water wasn't but a few steps away. Some sites you are right on the waters edge," reports Janet P.
Fishing from your campsite: Anglers can fish directly from waterfront sites at many locations. "Beautiful family owned campground. Kinda small but has a lot to offer. A nice clean pool, camp store, clean bathroom/showers, full hookups, surrounded by water. Fishing piers, (I love to crab) catch them and steam them in my camper (a MD thing :-)" explains Lisa T.
Day trips to major cities: Most campgrounds in the region serve as convenient bases for exploring metropolitan areas. At Circle M RV Campground, "Close to Lancaster for necessities and great proximity to Baltimore and Philadelphia for day trips," according to Nick E.
What campers like
Family-oriented activities: Thousand Trails Gettysburg Farm combines camping with agricultural experiences. "We've enjoyed mini-golf, feeding the animals, 'hiking' through the cornfield, fishing, and campfires. The weather is perfect right now highs reaching low 80s, so the evenings are super lovely!" shares Kasey M.
Indoor amenities for weather flexibility: Some regional RV parks maintain year-round pools. "There is an indoor pool and spa (spa closed due to Covid). WiFi is available at a cost. They had Halloween ever at every weekend of October and we spent Halloween weekend here. The kids loved it!!" notes Kasey M. about Circle M.
Waterfront premium sites: Several campgrounds offer premium waterfront locations. "The daily waterfront sites are pricy but right on the water with great views. Some of the trailer sites are a tough back in but worth the trouble. WiFi is good washrooms are modern and adequate," reports George L.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Winter camping requires preparation for freezing temperatures. "Weekend was cold but the park was pretty full. 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," advises Laure D.
Site conditions vary: Quality and maintenance of sites differ significantly between campgrounds. At Ben Franklin RV Park, "The only spots available were electric and were super tight with no landscaping etc. We had to be careful to ensure our slide outs wouldn't hit the electric boxes," reports C O.
Long-term residents: Many parks have permanent or seasonal residents. "It seems like a great overnight as you're passing through the area. It's 5 min. from Interstate 95," notes Laure D., while another camper observed, "A lot of long term residents but the transient sites are pretty separate."
Tips for camping with families
Animal interactions for children: Drummer Boy Camping Resort provides numerous family activities. "It's a nice campground with a lot of amenities for all. Everyone whom I had contact with that had season sites were very friendly and provided some good info. It's literally like a mile from downtown Gettysburg," shares David G.
Swimming options: Multiple pools are available at several locations. "They have a swimming pool, ball courts, fishing pond, mini golf (which was in pretty sad shape), and more. They have themed weekend events, live music, bingo, golf cart parades, and potluck," notes Nancy W.
Evening entertainment: Planned activities enhance the camping experience for children. "Nice campground with a variety of campsites and a pretty good camp store. Mini golf, fishing pond, pool open seasonally," explains Phinon W. about Spring Gulch Resort.
Tips from RVers
Maneuverability considerations: Larger RVs require careful site selection. "It's a gated park and nestled at the back of a quiet neighborhood. Good location to head into the Amish country, Harrisburg, Hershey and/or Gettysburg," notes Laure D., who also mentioned that while sites were close, "there were all sizes of RVs there, even large class A."
Nearby services: Most rv parks Upper Falls, Maryland provide access to necessities. "Walmart is 10-15 min. away. There is a grocery store, beer store, Walgreens, and a couple restaurants just 5-10 min. away and a 7-11 at the neighborhood entrance," advises Laure D.
Cell reception and connectivity: Digital connectivity varies by location. At Spring Gulch Resort Campground, "Cell service was good (att & Verizon), so we had no issues working," while another reviewer noted that "WiFi throughout the campground but you have to pay for it."
