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Greenbelt Park Campground and Cherry Hill Park welcome campers with pets in the Upper Marlboro area. Greenbelt Park offers wooded campsites where pets must remain on leashes no longer than 6 feet, with waste disposal stations located throughout the grounds. Cherry Hill Park provides electric and water hookups at pet-friendly sites, complete with picnic tables and fire rings, making it suitable for RVs and tents. Adventure Bound Washington DC in nearby Lothian also accommodates pets at their full-hookup sites, though reviews indicate the campground primarily serves long-term residents with separate areas designated for short-term visitors. Louise F. Cosca Regional Park offers spacious sites with water hookups at all 25 campsites, while only 5 sites feature electrical connections. The Dyrt provides user ratings for locations near Upper Marlboro, Maryland.
Cedarville State Forest trails accommodate dogs on leashes, with multiple hiking paths accessible directly from the family campground loop. Tick prevention is essential when camping with pets in this area, particularly during summer months when ticks are abundant at Cedarville State Forest. Bathrooms and shower facilities stay consistently clean at most campgrounds, though hours may vary with facilities at Cosca Regional Park closing for cleaning between 1-3pm daily. Campers should be prepared for air traffic noise from nearby Andrews Air Force Base at several campgrounds, particularly noticeable with helicopters and transport planes flying overhead throughout the day and evening. Most campgrounds offer firewood for purchase through self-service stations or ranger delivery, allowing campers to enjoy evening fires with their pets nearby.
"The park is located away from the camping grounds. It has two play grounds, several picnic tables and a bathroom."
"If you are really looking for somewhere to feel far away from civilization and see some beautiful scenery, this probably isn't it."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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. "
from $999 / night
Check Availability"Forested campground with fairly lengthy but level (and thus beginner friendly) hiking just a short distance away from Washington, DC."
"We picked up the camping registration outside the office at the entrance, no need to speak with anyone. Then we just drove down to our campsite in the family camping loop."
from $30 / night
Check Availability"We had a fantastic time our 1st time at #AdventureBoundCampingResort in Lothian, Maryland."
"This place is a good place to stay, the laundry room & showers are handy, the pool is large, & it's a 40 minute drive to the capital & the Smithsonian Mall or a 25 minute drive to the closest"
"We did not take our dog this time with us but would seriously consider it next time."
"The location worked for my trip but not sure it’s that convenient to DC."
"We enjoyed sitting around the campfire at night and walking the dogs down to the water. We were right next to a hiking trail that went down to the water and a beach area."
"This is a pet friendly campground. There's a lot to do out at the whole park, and its worth exploring (we just didn't have time). I'm sure its so pretty out near the water."
from $37 - $170 / night
Check Availability"Site 24 and 25 are very close together but the other sites are at a distance however, 6 of the 25 sites are unleveled so tent camping is probably the only option."
"Close to town but far enough to enjoy yourself. Bathrooms are clean and have decent showers."
from $10 - $45 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $90 - $190 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $18 - $30 / night
Check Availability"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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GuideThis 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.
TravelerThe 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.
RangerThis 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.
LegendCherry Hill Park was easy to find and get to basically right off I-95. This was our first time RVing into the WA DC area and we were concerned about traffic getting to the campground(CG). As we arrived, traffic was heavy on I-95 but manageable. Cherry Hill’s and our RV GPS directions were spot on getting us to the park. We were very impressed with this CG from the moment we entered. We picked up our package outside the office(no contact check-in) and went to premium site 93 with FHUs. Back-in was easy. The wifi was very good but the CG was only about a 1/4 full. Cherry Hill has many different ways to stay; cottages, cabins, yurts, glamping pods, premium and regular tent sites in addition to the RV sites. As we looked around we found that all of the sites, regardless of amenities, were spaced about the same. There are a few sites in the CG on the end that will give you a little more yard space like 97(need to be a competent backer), 402, and 1723. We got 2 bars each on Verizon and AT&T. The CG’s cable provided a large selection of channels and worked well. We were impressed with the main laundry facility due to the amount of large washers and dryers, very fair pricing and very clean. The two off leash dog parks(in the same area) were nice plus there’s a well maintained walking trail that goes around this very large CG’s perimeter. We really liked how there are trash receptacles and dog poopy bag dispensers nicely placed all over the CG. Though we didn’t use it, they even have a dog walker service so you can spend a lot of time exploring the DC area without worrying about your pups. About the only draw back was the road noise from the interstate and highway pretty much 24/7, but considering the area that is to be expected. Sites 13-38 and 1500 sites near the premium tent area are the farthest away from the road noise. We would definitely stay here again.
GuideIf you, like me, hate making reservations over the phone, it was worth it! Quick, simple, painless process.
Restrooms/showers: very clean, spacious, centrally located. My spot was in the back row and I didn't mind the walk
Lots: lots are really staggered/ set back from each other so feels like you have more space. Average lot size in general, but the set back feels like you have more space. It wasn't crowded either way, especially given on a weekend
Small pool
Wifi: don't plan on being able to have work zoom calls or really much on it for that matter
Cell service: I can confirm Verizon and Google fi have great service. I would imagine any other carrier would work just as well.
Area: the surrounding area is really bikeable
Hookups: I had a 30amp hookup with no issues. They also have up to 50amp full hookups. All of them looked well maintained.
Staff: super friendly; great check in experience They have a dog park but didn't get a chance to check it out.
Overall: great experience, would recommend
ScoutThese campground is a great find. The sites are well spaced, and while on the smaller side they’re very private with woods between each one. Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. The other campers were all respectful and observed pet policy and quiet hours. I have a reactive dog and he did well here! We’ll be back!
GuideThis campground is perfect for a quiet visit to the Eastern shore town of Rock Hall as It sits conveniently between the village of Rock Hall and Eastern Neck sanctuary. The area reserved for RV campsites overlooks a bluff on the Chesapeake Bay….gorgeous. Because we went in the middle of the week, we had a lot of space to our self and open areas for our dog to play. Admittedly there isn’t a lot to do in the campground itself, even the bathrooms were closed down for Covid and only self contained RVs could camp.There is a small playground and a dog park, and a small pond for fishing. Sewer hook ups are not yet available but they are coming. Purchasing the WiFi access was a waste of money and our Verizon signal was very weak. The biggest attraction is the view over the Bay. So if you are looking for beautiful scenery and a cooling breeze this is a lovely and relaxing place. We met the owner who was very attentive to our needs and also helped us use the dump station as this was the maiden voyage with our new RV. The campground is clean and nicely landscaped. Be sure to go into the town of rock Hall for a seafood dinner at Waterman’s.
ScoutThe park is located away from the camping grounds. It has two play grounds, several picnic tables and a bathroom. The bathroom is a average out door bathroom with no A.C. and the floor always seems to be wet, but I never had an issue with no toliet paper. The trails are maintained. You could tell there was even some work in progress spots. Wish there were some doggie bag stations just for the trash can. The trail comes close to the road enough times that it could be a great add for a visitor who brings pets and staff would not have to hike in to hike out a bag of garbage.
LegendWe stay at Ramblin Pines because it is close to family and a good proximity to visiting Baltimore and Frederick. The campground is quite large with lots of seasonal sites but there are some transient spaces that can accommodate big-rigs. In addition to RV sites, there are tent sites and cabins.
We stayed in one of the transient sites (#FR14) across from the RV storage lot. It was a long gravel back-in with 50-amp FHU. The water hook-up is in a pit so it doesn’t freeze so look under the cover. It can be a bit difficult to reach and you have to get on the ground to hook-up. Based on the location of the spigot, we were not able to attach our water filter (we drank the tap water anyway and it was good). The electric worked fine and were able to reach the sewer with our 20’ hose. The view out of our front window was of the storage lot which was not the most scenic. However, parking in the FR row is the easiest place for big-rigs to park since some roads in the park are tight and hard to navigate with the trees and with the two-way traffic.
There are lots of amenities and it seems some people come here for the activities and things to do. It is a destination for many campers. They have lots of themed events, the most popular being the entire month of October celebrating like Halloween. They set up a haunted walk through the woods, have pumpkin carving, trick or treating, a costume contest, haunted hayride, and site decoration contest every weekend. If you want to camp on the weekends– book early because we found it very difficult to get a reservation during October and you have to pay in full and there are no refunds for cancellations. Other weekends have live music, bingo, hayrides, cornhole tournaments, crafts, and more. Basically, there is something every weekend.
Huge fishing pond, shuffleboard, horseshoes, large dog park with agility, game room, playgrounds, jump pillow, heated swimming pool, and exercise room (which was decent but didn’t have a television to occupy your time), 18-hole mini golf. A short but nice hiking trail winds through the woods and is nice for walking dogs. There is a large covered pavilion with picnic tables for big gatherings. There is free Wi-Fi but it doesn’t reach sites in the back of the campground. Wi-Fi is great if you are near the office/store. The camp store is fairly large with some food/beverage items, t-shirts, large amount of RV supplies, and misc. other items. There is a coffee maker with free coffee.
Camping options near Upper Marlboro put visitors within 30 minutes of Washington DC while providing wooded retreats with varying levels of amenities. The area sits at elevations between 150-250 feet above sea level in Maryland's coastal plain region, creating relatively flat terrain ideal for both tent and RV camping. Summer months average 80°F with high humidity, while spring and fall offer milder temperatures in the 60-70°F range.
Hiking at Cedarville State Forest: Cedarville offers multiple trail options directly accessible from the campground loop. "There are decent trails to hike here too. There's a sacrifice of space here- I'd like to see it expand a bit, as the campground can fill quickly, especially if RV's are involved," notes Bill G. from Cedarville State Forest.
Metro access to DC museums: Proximity to DC allows for day trips to the Smithsonian. "The other great thing about it that 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," explains a camper at Greenbelt Park Campground.
Disc golf at Pohick Bay: The 18-hole disc golf course provides recreational opportunities between trips to DC. "I'd recommend taking in a game of disc golf on their 18 hole course," suggests Rachel L. from Pohick Bay Campground.
Urban escape with forest feel: Despite being close to population centers, the campgrounds maintain wooded settings. "This is an urban oasis. Traffic can be heard but not seen. Weekdays are pretty quiet in this campground," shares Becky from Greenbelt Park Campground.
Clean, functional facilities: Many campgrounds maintain reliable bathroom facilities. "Bathrooms and showers are basic and clean," notes one Greenbelt camper, while another at Cosca Regional Park states, "Bathrooms are clean, their are 2 stalls and 1 shower, cleaned daily by park rangers."
Family-friendly activities: Several parks offer dedicated recreational areas. "They have a nice area for kids (pool, playground, jumping pillow, basketball courts, giant chess, etc). If you get an area to back into it'll be more secluded, but the pull through spots offer no privacy," explains Elise M. at Washington DC Capitol KOA.
Wildlife management needed: Raccoons can be problematic at some campgrounds. "Raccoons run wild at night flipping trash can lids on your campsite hunting for food. Use repel spray to keep the raccoons off your site," advises a camper at Louise F. Cosca Regional Park.
Air traffic noise: Many campgrounds experience overhead flights. "There is plenty of space between camp site clusters. The park itself is safe, quiet, permitting some nice treks through the woods...Can't beat the close proximity to DC," notes a Greenbelt camper, though others mention "occasional air traffic noise."
Level site considerations: Site conditions vary significantly. "Sites vary in levelness, some are fairly level and some are on a mini hill. Driveways are all very narrow," reports Laura M. at Greenbelt Park, while at Cosca Regional Park, a reviewer notes "6 of the 25 sites are unleveled so tent camping is probably the only option."
Proximity to attractions: Dog friendly campgrounds near Upper Marlboro provide easy access to both natural and urban experiences. "We stayed here on a road trip from MA to PA to DC. Was nice to sleep in the 'woods' for a night," shares Kim O. about Greenbelt Park.
Seasonal water activities: Multiple pet-friendly campgrounds offer water recreation options. "They have a nice looking pool area, but it was too cold. The shop was cute and staff nice. Sites were pretty level," explains Joe R. at Cherry Hill Park.
Playgrounds and recreational facilities: Family-oriented amenities vary by location. "The campground has so much to offer... Playground, Mini Golf, Swimming Pool, Hot tub, Basketball court, Snack bar on site, Nightly hayride," lists Beth R. about Cherry Hill Park, making it a good option for those traveling with children and pets.
Site sizing limitations: Many campgrounds have constraints on larger rigs. "Loop A is for organized groups/youth/scouts, Loop B is for tents and RVs under 30 ft, Loop C is for tents, and Loop D is for tents and RVs under 35 ft. No hookups at any of the sites," explains Laura M. at Greenbelt Park.
Water and electrical availability: Hookup options vary widely at pet-friendly campgrounds near Upper Marlboro. "Only 5 sites have electric (2, 5, 18, 24, 25) but all 25 sites have water hookup," notes a reviewer at Cosca Regional Park.
Dump station access: For those needing to empty tanks, several campgrounds offer this service. "There's a dump station and drinking water fill in loop C (sorry tenters who wanted to avoid RVs). The water fill was a little annoying in that there's a handle you have to hold down the whole time, but we used a rock to prop the handle down," shares a Greenbelt Park camper.
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