Best Camping near Upper Marlboro, MD

Upper Marlboro is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Upper Marlboro. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Upper Marlboro and user-submitted reviews.

Best Camping Sites Near Upper Marlboro, MD (85)

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    1. Cherry Hill Park

    40 Reviews
    178 Photos
    289 Saves

    Cherry Hill Park is a family-owned and operated campground that has been in the Gurevich family for 5 generations. Cherry Hill Campground has grown from a modest farm and general store into the premier camping destination for travelers visiting the Washington, DC, area. We offer premium amenities, friendly service, and a wide variety of lodging - everything from tent & RV sites to premium log cabins and quirky glamping pods and yurts. We love hosting guests from all across America, from all over the world, and from just down the road in our home state of Maryland.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $101 - $999 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park
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    2. Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park

    27 Reviews
    84 Photos
    223 Saves

    Overview

    Greenbelt Campground is an urban oasis just 10 miles from Washington, D.C. This beautiful, wooded park is known for its safety, affordability, peaceful surroundings and National Park Service hospitality. Each campsite includes a picnic table and combination grill/campfire ring. Campsites have been improved using your camping fees to include new picnic tables and grills.The campground does not have water or electric hookups (primitive campground).A Loop is a Scout loop, youth or group Loop only. There is a RV limit of 30 feet (including tow vehicle) in B Loop and limited availabilty for larger vehicles (35 feet including tow vehicle) in D loop.

    Recreation

    The trails are open. Ten miles of hiking trails meander through Greenbelt Park, including Perimeter, Azalea, Dogwood and Blueberry Trails. Sweetgum Picnic Area is located 1.5 miles from the campground, with playground equipment and public picnic tables.

    Natural Features

    Situated in suburban Maryland, Greenbelt Campground is forested with a pleasant mix of pine, oak and maple trees, which give way to a colorful autumn season. Mountain Laurel blooms throughout the park in May. Still Creek flows through the site, where deer and chipmunks are commonly seen.

    Contact Info

    This location is staffed. Please call (771) 208-1588 to speak with local staff.

    Nearby Attractions

    Greenbelt Campground is surrounded by a myriad of fun and interesting attractions. Washington, D.C. and its famed historic sites are just 10 miles from Greenbelt. Goddard Space Flight Center is 3 miles from the park and the City of Greenbelt is 1 mile away. The Washington, D.C. Metro Transit System can be accessed 1.5 miles from the park, and major shopping centers are located within 1/2 mile away from the park entrance.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $20 / night

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    3. Pohick Bay Campground

    39 Reviews
    63 Photos
    302 Saves

    Choose your next adventure at Pohick Bay Campground in Lorton, Virginia. Bring the kids for a day of splashing and sliding at Pirate’s Cove Waterpark, spend a day on the bay with our canoe, paddleboard, stand up paddleboard and kayak rentals; or bring your own boat to our public boat launch ramp. Make a day of it by renting a picnic shelter or stay a little longer and reserve one of our cabins or campsites.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Cedarville State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Cedarville State Forest
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    4. Cedarville State Forest

    17 Reviews
    56 Photos
    100 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $18 - $24 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Washington DC / Capitol KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Washington DC / Capitol KOA
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    5. Washington DC / Capitol KOA

    15 Reviews
    17 Photos
    70 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Bull Run Regional Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Bull Run Regional Park
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    6. Bull Run Regional Park

    41 Reviews
    72 Photos
    185 Saves

    Bull Run Campground, located near Interstate 66, is a getaway that is not far from Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia attractions. Bull Run Park is only 27 miles from Washington, D.C. and 15 miles from the Vienna Metro Center Station. We are convenient for visitors to the Dulles area , Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center of the National Air and Space Museum and Manassas National Battlefield Park. The variety of campsites available at Bull Run Campground are RV sites with electric only service, Electric RV sites with water, RV sites with full-service (which includes sewer, water and electric), tent sites, rustic cabins and group camping areas. There are two bathhouses in the campground that offer hot showers, sinks, toilets and laundry facilities. The camp store sells camping supplies, snacks, ice and firewood and is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $30 - $95 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Fairfax Campground
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    7. Lake Fairfax Campground

    23 Reviews
    48 Photos
    184 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $50 / night

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    8. Adventure Bound Washington DC

    8 Reviews
    22 Photos
    17 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground - Prince William Forest Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground - Prince William Forest Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground - Prince William Forest Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground - Prince William Forest Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground - Prince William Forest Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground - Prince William Forest Park

    9. Oak Ridge Campground - Prince William Forest Park

    31 Reviews
    58 Photos
    251 Saves

    Overview

    Oak Ridge Campground is a 100-site, wooded campground located in Prince William Forest Park, 35 miles southwest of Washington, DC. The park's land was set aside during the Great Depression, and in 1935 the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) began restoring the previously over-farmed acreage, converting it to recreational lands for public use. The CCC built trails, dams and cabins, making the park a wonderful place for recreation and relaxation. Large group camping is not permitted at Oak Ridge Campground. Please read the need to know section for additional information.

    Recreation

    The park offers many recreational activities, including hiking, biking, orienteering and fishing. Hikers enjoy exploring the park's 37 miles of foot trails. The South Valley, Oak Ridge and Farms to Forest Trails all begin at the campground entrance.Bicyclists will find 21 miles of paved roads within the park, including the 12-mile Scenic Drive. Little traffic and a 25 m.p.h. speed limit make this a popular biking spot. A 3-mile, family-friendly paved bike lane leads to the campground. Mountain biking is also available on 10 miles of gravel fire roads.The park boasts 30 orienteering courses with picturesque settings. Orienteering is a 19th century Scandinavian sport primarily used as military training. The courses were developed in 1972 and continue to provide hours of entertainment and exploration for park visitors.Approximately 18 miles of streams and two small lakes are open to the public for fishing. The water quality of Quantico Creek supports numerous fish species and other aquatic life. The most common fish species are bluegill, pumpkinseed, largemouth bass and channel catfish.

    Natural Features

    Prince William Forest Park preserves approximately 15,000 acres of Piedmont forest covering a major portion of the Quantico Creek watershed. The park represents one of the largest parcels of undeveloped land in the area and is the third largest unit of the National Park System in Virginia. The area is the largest example of a Piedmont forest ecosystem in the National Park Service, makeing it a significant natural resource. Various geological outcroppings, winding creeks, gently rolling slopes and man-made lakes make wonderful destinations for any adventurous visitor. The park is home to 46 species of mammals, 22 species of amphibians, 25 species of reptiles, more than 129 species of birds, 26 species of fish and an unknown number of invertebrates. More than 900 plant species exist in Prince William Forest Park. From the smallest wildflower to the tallest tree, each species has a special role to play in this forest ecosystem. From tree bark in winter, wildflowers in spring, canopy cover in summer and autumn colors in fall, Prince William Forest Park offers beautiful scenery year-round.

    Nearby Attractions

    Prince William Forest Park is centrally located, with easy access to all of the attractions the Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C., area have to offer. From the park entrance, the National Museum of the Marine Corps and the main gate of the United States Marine Corps Base Quantico are just a mile away. The park is located directly between historic Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park and Manassas National Battlefield Park.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    10. Patapsco Valley/Hilton Area

    18 Reviews
    94 Photos
    156 Saves

    Tent camping only. Pets are prohibited in the Hilton Area campground.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $19 - $51 / night

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569 Reviews of 85 Upper Marlboro Campgrounds


  • dito S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pohick Bay Campground
    Oct. 17, 2024

    Pohick Bay Campground

    Pohick Bay Campground

    Pohick Bay Campground in Virginia offers a peaceful escape with beautiful views and a variety of outdoor activities like hiking and fishing. It's an ideal spot for families and nature lovers. Don’t forget to register dito sim to stay connected during your visit!

  • ZThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Martinak State Park
    Oct. 2, 2024

    Martinak State Park

    Beautiful campground with cozy bathroom

    I love this campground very much. I called the office book my reservation, the representative put me in Acorn loop.

    When I arrived by the late evening, there are only two camper in a huge site. Then I drove to Butterfly loop, this site have much more peoples, some camper tell me, the Ranger will coming soon; finally the ranger help me move my site into the Butterfly loop. From my experience, better book campsite by yourself online, then you have an idea this site how many occupancy.

  • ZThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Aquia Pines Campground
    Oct. 1, 2024

    Aquia Pines Campground

    So convenience campsite, right up the Rt 95, 36mile from Washington DC.

    And the host are very kind and very friendly, event near Rt. 95, not very loud noise with big tall trees, happy stay!

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hollofield Area Campground
    Oct. 1, 2024

    Hollofield Area Campground

    Closed

    We arrived at 1am, hadn’t made a reservation, and it was closed and the gates locked. No where on the website does it say it’s closed. Very frustrating, especially as a weary traveler.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Meade RV Park
    Sep. 23, 2024

    Camp Meade RV Park

    Great RV park to stay near Vicksburg

    Did stay here after visting Vicksburg. Nice clean restrooms and showers. Friendly hostess and we had a nice shady spot, what was great with a heat of 94F.

  • Rob  O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground - Prince William Forest Park
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Oak Ridge Campground - Prince William Forest Park

    Great family campground with trails and HOT showers

    Reservations are made through the National parks service "recreation.gov" website. Arrived for tent camping for 1 nights, park ranger met me at the entrance to ensure i could find my site. My stay was quiet and the bathrooms were clean and well stocked with HOT water in the private showers. This is a great base camp for getting out to hike the various trails in Prince William Forrest. Firewood is gather your own from fallen limbs in the park.

  • Judy W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bull Run Regional Park
    Sep. 19, 2024

    Bull Run Regional Park

    Noisy but Nice

    Pros - Clean Bathrooms, Camp store open 8am - 8pm, Sites 62 - 92 (except #74 and 88) are all pretty  good.  Security was great, patrol throughout the night.  Quiet hours are enforced and campers are polite.  Lots of activities, and nice hiking trails. Fabulous historical attractions, great visitor center. 

    Cons - Campground is in the flight path of Dulles Airport, so planes are flying over head at all hours of the day and sometimes late at night/morning.  There is a shooting range nearby. Some noise during range hours. (Not late at night!)  Because there had been so little rain, there was not great fishing in the park.  (I went to Silver Lake, that was great!)

    Traffic! Lots of local traffic on the main roads. (to be fair, it IS a suburb of DC ). Stores are all approx. 20 mins away. (Head towards Haymarket)

  • V
    Camper-submitted photo from Tuckahoe State Park
    Sep. 16, 2024

    Tuckahoe State Park

    A Gem of a State Park

    We were looking to explore Maryland's Eastern Shore and picked Tuckaho because they had electric sites available. We were so pleased with our stay. The campground is well maintained and the sites are great. We have a small travel trailer and our site was pretty level and nicely private. We backed up to a hiking trail which was nice. There's lots to do here. There's a disc golf course and the camp store has discs available to use. We've never played before but had a blast learning, now we're hooked. We also enjoyed kayaking on the lake. If you enjoy birding this park is great, we saw so many cool birds. There's an arboretum and horse riding trails. We will definitely be going back!

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Bennett Campground
    Sep. 15, 2024

    Little Bennett Campground

    Great for families

    Fun weekend trip very close to DC. Well kept park with lots of activities for kids - jumping pillow, laser tag, pedal carts, arts and crafts. Nice little game room and some outdoor games at the activity center as well. Full hookup spots in the D loop were pretty nice. The spots in the first half of the loop felt a little close together for my taste, but our spot (D61) was nice as we didn’t have any neighbors on one side. Only complaint is that it’s pricey and has a two night minimum on weekends, but felt worth it with all the activities that were available.

  • Germ E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Horsepen Branch
    Sep. 11, 2024

    Horsepen Branch

    Good

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  • Richard B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hollofield Area Campground
    Aug. 11, 2024

    Hollofield Area Campground

    Nice place to camp

    This campground is pleasant, but the sites are situated quite close to one another. The camping area is away from the main parts of the park through gates, so you won't be bothered by non-camp traffic. A few hiking trails lead to many more extended trails, but it is a steep slope down to the river.

  • Terrance D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lacy Oasis Campground
    Jul. 30, 2024

    Lacy Oasis Campground

    Serenity, serenity, serenity!

    If you are a nature lover, a person who loves peace, serenity, and, tranquility, or just need some respite, Lacy Oasis is the place to be. 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. This space is about healing and being grounded with yourself. My agency took about 25 children there last week and they did not want to leave, neither did I. The rates are very economical for what is being provided on the space. There is not enough I can say about this place. It was definitely more than I expected. But my agency has worked with the owner in the past on other community support initiatives and she has always been an overachiever. Please come and enjoy this space. You will not be disappointed. I cannot wait to return.

  • Trees F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pohick Bay Campground
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Pohick Bay Campground

    Excellent spot

    We loved staying at Pohick. We were here to visit DC and it was an excellent spot to stay. It was extremely hot as it was July but the sites had a lot of shade. Site 46 where we stayed was close to the bathrooms and nice and flat. The bathrooms were cleaner than any other campground we have stayed in and they have laundry and a nice stainless sink and counter for washing dishes if needed. About a 40 minute drive into DC and definitely worth it. Also, campers get a discount at the water park which was a very reasonable 5 dollars per person. The weekend tends to be a bit louder but during the week was very quiet.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Cherry Hill Park
    Jun. 24, 2024

    Cherry Hill Park

    Great park and amenities

    We stayed a week at Cherry Hill and it had everything we needed for visiting DC. Staff very helpful and really explained the Metro system very well. We didn't drive to DC at all - just used public transit We also did 2 tours with Cherry Hill, which were good overviews of the featured sites. Nicely stocked store, great cafe onsite, and clean bathrooms and showers were great features. Swimming pools pretty crowded so we didn't use. Still, very happy with site, partial shade too. Would return to Cherry Hill.

  • Heather H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Westmoreland State Park
    Jun. 11, 2024

    Westmoreland State Park

    Great with the littles

    Stayed one night in our camper van, walked down to fossil beach which was the perfect amount of hiking for a two year old, great playground with plenty of other kids, camp store is well stocked and had decent hours. Our site was right next to bathrooms which was also great with the kids but we didnt hear or smell them. Cleanest campground bathrooms we've ever seen. Gravel parking and pebbles in the picnic table area, which my 2 year old enjoyed and my 9 month old tried his hardest to ingest. Loved it, would def go back.

  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Bennett Campground
    Jun. 10, 2024

    Little Bennett Campground

    Level site with privacy

    We were going to a family reunion. So we brought our "mobile hotel room" with us. In D loop, they were long sites, clean, and a nice woods buffer between sites. Also, full hookups. We were quite pleased for a reagenal park.

  • Chris S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Fairfax Campground
    Jun. 1, 2024

    Lake Fairfax Campground

    Nice spot, friendly park rangers, clean bathrooms

    Chicken was easy and the Rangers were helpful. We stopped here to go tour Washington DC. We tried both sides 46 and 44 and both were not level.

  • j
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Fairfax Campground
    Jun. 1, 2024

    Lake Fairfax Campground

    Crowded but nice

    Great bathrooms all singles w showers. Lots of fun things to do. Pretty peaceful despite being crowded and not overly scenic campsites. A bit on top of each other. Site 43 had good location, electric and trees. But was a very pokey gravel pad, a bit uncomfortable if you don’t have good mattress. Interior sites, less scenic but some have more grass. But also more slope. 43 was pretty flat.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pohick Bay Campground
    May. 29, 2024

    Pohick Bay Campground

    Good trip

    We have been camping here for nearly 20 years. Each military tour brought us back to this area so Pohick became our second home. Our kids kayak now older but used to walk the trails as little kids. The waterpark is new and loud so we avoid but nice if you have young kids. Careful low bridge on Route 1 exit ramp little warning when taking ramp off I95. Go around to next exit. The check in at the cap store is crowded and narrow even with renovations but our 34 ft makes it okay. Bring bikes. Long bike trail along road. Farmers markets in Lorton and things to do in DC. Park at Huntington or Springfield metro. Short boat ride straight across from Ft Belvoir new family campground. Ice cream shop in season by water docks. Bathrooms clean always hot water three stalls each. Sink outside for dishes. Playground buts up against inner circle which are the only sewer sites. Others are electric water. Careful some near steep drop off. Stick to main road or inner circle or first circle if in big unit. Must go round circle to get to those spots which can be annoying. Two speed bumps. Camp store sells smores ingredients, limited candy, no eggs or bacon get those off Rte 1. Past entrance on Rte 1 is a Food Lion, McDonalds. Gas stations along Rte one are tight so fill up before exiting to campground. If you are desperate there is gas 7/11 at corner of Pohick and Rte 1 but its sketchy. Up the road off Rte 1 is Fort Belvoir Access w a drivers license however cant shop without military sponsored ID. Great bbq at Telegraph Rd and greek at Olympians family restaurant. Movie theater on Telegraph is nice. Springfield Mall close. Take Onville Rd which is a backroad by Pohick Church to shortcut to Rte 1. Pohick Rd past camping turn deadends into private neighborhood. Do not pass camp entrance. Hard to turn around if you do. Near End of Pohick is a small walk with overlook. See birds at point. Drive a car not RV. Park at lot on right before road split deadend. Gunston Hall on left can see from campground and water. Tours are nice.

  • Martin T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park
    May. 28, 2024

    Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park

    Depends on What You Are Looking For

    This is a fairly nice, bare bones NPS campground. If you are really looking for somewhere to feel far away from civilization and see some beautiful scenery, this probably isn't it. Helicopters and planes fly over regularly, and you can hear sirens from neighboring college park. The campsites are pretty close together, we could see probably about 10 or so other campsites from our campsite. And there is not a ton to do within the park itself -- there are a few picnic areas, a pretty unimpressive small playground, some nature/walking trails, and that's about it.

    But it is a pretty nice campground -- campsites and showers seem clean and well maintained, bathrooms are fine and you're never far away from one. Rangers come around regularly to check on things and every one we interacted with was extremely friendly. I don't think there's anything comparable so close to DC, so if you're in the DC area and just want someplace close by for a short camping trip, or are looking for an affordable outdoors-y option to stay while you're visiting DC from out of town, this probably fits the bill. As soon as you leave the park you are in College Park with Metro access close by, and very close to the Baltimore-Washington Parkway.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Bull Run Regional Park
    May. 1, 2024

    Bull Run Regional Park

    First Camping Trip

    Took my family of 7 to the Bull Run regional park for our first camping trip and the experience was great! Didn’t want to stray too far from the house in the event that it was a nightmare, thankfully this local spot offered a soft opening to our family over the two days we spent there and all was good. The site was clean and well kept, bathhouse was close to the tent site and in ok shape (wasn’t expecting anything spectacular so wasn’t disappointed. Playground and trails were nice, kids really enjoyed the chance to take in nature. This experience was good and would recommend a visit for anyone looking for a soft intro to camping for their family!

  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ramblin' Pines
    May. 1, 2024

    Ramblin' Pines

    Very nice campground

    Everything is everything is well maintained. The sites are clean and level. Plenty of activities on site. And a live band on the weekends. Also close driving distance to many towns and cities.

  • Guerrmo The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Washington DC / Capitol KOA
    Apr. 19, 2024

    Washington DC / Capitol KOA

    Expensive/Not a Great Value

    Camp site wasn’t level at all. I was actually kind of worried that it would slide into the woods. Pool was dirty. Ran out of hot water. Got chided by the golf cart police for driving >20 mph. Stayed at nicer campgrounds for significantly less money.

  • Mallory H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park
    Apr. 2, 2024

    Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park

    Quick one night stay

    Quick one night stop on our way south. While the sites are pretty exposed, it was a cold night so there were only a few other campers!

    The bathroom was clean and extremely warm which was much appreciated after a cold night.



Guide to Upper Marlboro

Camping near Upper Marlboro, Maryland, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With several campgrounds nearby, you can find the perfect spot to enjoy nature, whether you're in a tent, RV, or cabin.

What to do

  • Hiking and Trails: Explore the beautiful trails at Elk Neck State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "Great trails and great staff," making it a favorite for those who love to hike.
  • Fishing and Water Activities: At Tuckahoe State Park Campground, you can fish in the lake or kayak on the Tuckahoe River. A camper shared, "We saw beautiful aquatic plants, many birds, and a gazillion turtles."
  • Visiting Historic Sites: Check out the nearby historic sites like Point Lookout State Park, where one reviewer noted, "It is a jewel of a place...lots to do and see."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the bathrooms at Cherry Hill Park. One guest said, "Clean bathrooms and showers were great features."
  • Spacious Campsites: Many enjoy the spacious sites at Bull Run Regional Park. A visitor mentioned, "Sites are gravel pretty level and not too close."
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Pohick Bay Campground are great for families. One reviewer said, "The kids really enjoyed the chance to take in nature."

What you should know

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds, like Greenbelt Park Campground, can be noisy due to nearby traffic and helicopters. A camper noted, "Helicopters and planes fly over regularly."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For example, Oak Ridge Campground lacks electric hookups, which some campers found inconvenient. One visitor mentioned, "No water or electricity!"
  • Crowded Weekends: Expect busy weekends at popular spots like Susquehanna State Park Campground. A reviewer shared, "The sites are well kept...but the sites are fairly small and some of them are right on top of each other."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Cherry Hill Park, which offers activities for kids. One parent said, "There is also plenty to do for the kids, like Tractor Ride through the Campground."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to bring bikes for trails or fishing gear for lakes. A family shared their experience at Tuckahoe State Park Campground, saying, "There’s a small lake where many people were fishing for bass."
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having snacks handy can keep the kids happy during hikes or while waiting for dinner. One camper at Elk Neck State Park Campground mentioned enjoying "milkshakes" after a long day.

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Bull Run Regional Park noted, "While it was tight, we fit no problem."
  • Use Nearby Metro Stations: For those visiting DC, parking at metro stations like Greenbelt can save time. One RV traveler shared, "We packed up and drove to the Greenbelt station about 5 miles away."
  • Be Prepared for Limited Services: Some campgrounds, like Oak Ridge Campground, don’t have electric hookups. A visitor mentioned, "Restrooms have sinks and flush toilets...but no showers."

Camping near Upper Marlboro, Maryland, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for adventure or a peaceful getaway.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular campground near Upper Marlboro, MD?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Upper Marlboro, MD is Cherry Hill Park with a 4.8-star rating from 40 reviews.

  • What parks are near Upper Marlboro, MD?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near Upper Marlboro, MD that allow camping, notably Fort Dupont Park and Greenbelt Park.