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Camping near Lothian, MD
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Campgrounds near Lothian, Maryland include both public and private options within a 20-mile radius of the Chesapeake Bay region. Adventure Bound Washington DC in Lothian provides tent, RV, and cabin camping with full hookup sites, while nearby options include Cherry Hill Park in College Park offering premium glamping yurts. Cedarville State Forest provides more natural settings with primitive tent sites and limited RV camping. The unique Pine Tree Associates Nudist Club campground offers an unconventional camping experience with tent, RV and cabin options approximately 15 miles northeast of Lothian.
Many campgrounds in this area are open year-round, though some forest service locations like Cedarville State Forest operate seasonally from April through October. According to one visitor, "This place is a good place to stay... it's a 40 minute drive to the capital & the Smithsonian Mall or a 25 minute drive to the closest Metro station." Accessibility varies significantly between locations, with private campgrounds typically offering better maintained roads and facilities. Sites at Adventure Bound Washington DC and Washington DC/Capitol KOA tend to feature gravel pads with full hookups, while forest campgrounds provide more natural settings with limited amenities. Summer months bring higher humidity and temperatures, making spring and fall ideal for tent camping.
Waterfront camping represents a highlight of the region, with Breezy Point Beach Campground offering direct Chesapeake Bay access. As one camper noted, "The sites are close together. No worse than a typical KOA though. There is additional space behind each site leading onto the beach that houses a table and fire ring." Several developed campgrounds in the area cater primarily to working professionals and long-term stays rather than recreational camping. Reviews consistently mention the convenient location for exploring Washington DC, Annapolis and Baltimore attractions. Campers seeking solitude should consider Lacy Oasis Campground, which offers just six primitive sites in a more secluded setting. Most camping areas provide basic amenities including fire rings, picnic tables and access to toilet facilities, though shower availability varies significantly by location.
Best Campgrounds near Lothian (93)
1. 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 Availability2. 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 Availability3. Adventure Bound Washington DC
"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"
4. 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."
"The location worked for my trip but not sure it’s that convenient to DC."
5. Cedarville State Forest
"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."
"Forested campground with fairly lengthy but level (and thus beginner friendly) hiking just a short distance away from Washington, DC."
from $30 / night
Check Availability6. Lacy Oasis Campground
"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 Availability7. 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
Check Availability8. Sandy Point State Park Youth Group Camping
9. Breezy Point Beach
"There is additional space behind each site leading onto the beach that houses a table and fire ring. It feels like each site has loads of room out to the beach."
from $60 - $70 / night
Check Availability10. Military Park United States Naval Academy/Annapolis Naval Station Annapolis FamCamp
"Very spartan but great location. Not much to do in the campground and some long timers there. Dirt cheap"
Drive Time
- 32 min from Washington, DC
- 38 min from Baltimore, MD
- 55 min from Lexington Park, MD
- 1 hr 28 min from Dover, DE
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Recent Reviews near Lothian, MD
614 Reviews of 93 Lothian Campgrounds
- 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
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Holly B.
GuideCherry 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.
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.
- AAimee K.Traveler
Washington DC / Capitol KOA
Good location
Nice campground, maintained very well and clean. Laundry room and Propane fill on site so that was nice. RV Site was fairly level and easy to get into. Some sites are a bit close together and not long enough to keep your tow vehicle hooked up. A bit inconvenient if you’re only there for 1 night.
Nancy W.
LegendMartinak State Park Campground
Quiet camping in the woods.
This is a great little state park tucked away in the woods. Campsites are pretty spacious and have nice shade. The campground has two loops, each with a bathhouse located in the middle. Our site (Butterfly Loop #3) was long enough for our motorhome and tow car. The roads are paved, as was our camping pad. The only utility at our site was 30-amp electric. There are water spigots located throughout each loop and we were close enough to fill our water tank. For the most part, the park is big-rig friendly but we did brush against some trees on our way around the loop. Campsites do vary in length so make sure you include your length when booking. We reserved online and were instructed to just go to our site which was nice and convenient. They sell firewood onsite and have a self-pay station which we loved. There is a nice boat launch and the kayak launch has a platform to assist you getting in and out and there are plenty of places to fish from the bank. There is a nature center (which was not open during our stay), playground, picnic pavilions, amphitheater, The bathrooms could use some more attention. The shower curtains were pink meaning they have not been properly cleaned in a while. Needless to say, we did not shower there. The dump station was closed while we were there but we were told we could use the dump station at Tuckahoe State Park (about 10 miles away). We really enjoyed the short hiking trails and paved trail which allowed us to log about 3 miles without having to leave the park. The campground is a really relaxing place to be. We did drive (about 40 minutes south) to the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park and Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, both of which we recommend. It is also worth a drive to St. Michaels to see the quaint seaside town and visit the maritime museum (plan on spending half a day at the museum). The only downside is that the park is not gated and open for day use so a lot of people just drive through the campground looking around.
Matt S.LegendBay Shore Campground
What stands out about this campground? The view!
We spent a week at Bay Shore Campground to explore Rock Hall, the Chesapeake Bay, and the Eastern Shore of Maryland. What stands out about this campground? The view!
For me, this is a 4-star campground because of the view and nice staff, but not 5-stars because of the sloped site packed in with the neighbors and no sewer connection.
THINGS I LIKED:
— Great view from our site of the Chesapeake Bay— especially for sunset each evening
— Friendly staff
— Nearby Rock Hall, Chestertown, and Eastern Neck Island Wildlife Refuge
— They offered a promo to pay for 6 nights, and the 7th was free
THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
— Our site(Site B) had an amazing view of Chesapeake Bay, but the slope made it difficult to get even close to level— even with my front jacks fully extended. I had to buy additional leveling blocks from the camp store(at twice the price of Amazon) just so we didn’t feel like walking uphill to walk around our motorhome. I admit, I am spoiled but really appreciate the campgrounds that level their sites. I think it could be done in a few hours with a rented front loader at a couple nights’ cost.
— Our site(Site B) was tight. The neighbor’s awning was just inches from our motorhome. I understand the need for any business to maximize revenue, but this was unpleasantly close.
— There are no sewer hookups at the sites. They do have a couple of dump stations for your way out and provide a pump-out service once per week at$40 a pop. They were nice enough to pump me out a second time since I stayed 7 nights. Again, I know I’m spoiled, but a sewer connection is a necessity when you’re staying 8 days.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
Sure thing, but we’d stay at a different site.
- ccara S.Scout
Patapsco Valley State Park-Hilton Area
Hilton area
Thought the campsites were extremely close together. There were A LOT of kids and no quiet hours. Good for families. Not good for a camping camping experience.
John M.GuideMatoaka Beach Cottages
Fantastic location with winderful hosts
Private campground with cabins and tent sites. Tent sites are first come, first service so call ahead to ensure the space is available. The host family was very nice and easy to work with and talk to. Fire pits were at tent sites and past the office was beach access into Chesapeake Bay. There are trash bins and porta potty’s on sight that are all maintained and kept clean. Beautiful sights and plenty to do in the area with DC being roughly an 40-60 minutes away.
Guide to Lothian
Campsites near Lothian, Maryland range from primitive tent sites to full-facility RV parks within a 20-mile radius. The region sits along the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay watershed at elevations generally under 200 feet, creating relatively flat terrain for camping. Most campgrounds stay open through October with a few year-round options, though summer humidity levels regularly exceed 80 percent from June through August.
What to do
Fossil hunting on beaches: The Chesapeake Bay shoreline offers prime shark tooth collecting opportunities at Breezy Point Beach. According to one visitor, "I collected shark teeth... 178 shark teeth to be exact 🦈" making it a popular activity for families.
Metro access to Washington DC: Greenbelt Park Campground provides convenient access to national attractions. "Take the METRO if you are going into the District. There are two stations very close to camp (Greenbelt and University Park). Rides vary depending on how far you are going but on average I spent about $10 per day on METRO versus $20-$40 on parking," advises one camper.
Hiking woodland trails: Cedarville State Forest offers several trail options through mixed hardwood forest. "There are decent trails to hike here too... There are some abandon camp loops around the open campground which makes for some cool walks with your dog. Equestrian trails go deep into the woods if you want a longer trail," notes one visitor.
What campers like
Urban forest escapes: Greenbelt Park Campground provides natural settings despite urban proximity. One camper explains, "This is an urban oasis. Traffic can be heard but not seen. Weekdays are pretty quiet in this campground... there are monthly programs at the campfire circle that I sometimes attend even when not camping here."
Waterfront camping access: Breezy Point Beach offers sites directly on the Chesapeake Bay. "The sites are backed right to the Chesapeake Bay and the view and access are priceless. The day-use folks are not allowed on the camping side of the beach... so, there's plenty of beach space and water space for campers," explains one visitor.
Small, secluded options: Lacy Oasis Campground provides a more intimate camping experience with just six primitive sites. A camper notes, "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."
What you should know
Worker-oriented campgrounds: Several campgrounds near Lothian primarily serve as housing for working professionals. At Adventure Bound Washington DC, "People working in DC using the campground as their residence, leaving 5ish because of traffic to be encountered. Well hopped up diesel pickups, non-baffled Harley exhausts... 60% were long term residents of the campground."
Tick prevalence: Wooded campgrounds in the area require tick prevention measures. At Cedarville State Forest, "Lots and LOTS of ticks. I got one, but my wife and dog got about a dozen each. Just bring tweezers."
Capacity limitations: Sandy Point State Park fills quickly during summer weekends. "The park closes daily very early as it hits capacity. The best times to go are winter, spring, and fall," according to one reviewer.
Tips for camping with families
Pool facilities: Washington DC / Capitol KOA provides extensive recreation options. "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."
Beach access with children: Breezy Point Beach offers protected swimming areas. "They have renovated the beach and per my friends, the fencing protecting the area is new, but needed."
Children's programming: Several campgrounds offer organized activities. At Greenbelt Park, "Rangers keep a close eye on things, and there are monthly programs at the campfire circle."
Tips from RVers
Site conditions: Most RV sites in the region are developed but closely spaced. At Cherry Hill Park, "Sites are close and need service. Sandy dirt covered. They could add gravel or grass and a plant or two near the sewer pipes to help."
Navigation challenges: Tight turns and narrow roads can create access issues. At Adventure Bound Washington DC, one camper advised "Do not try and come in after dark. Very tight and very dark."
Leveling requirements: Cherry Hill Park provides premium sites with better leveling. "We had a premium site for seven nights. The site was perfectly level with a fire ring, grill, picnic table and table with three chairs."
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Lothian, MD?
Which is the most popular campground near Lothian, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Lothian, MD is Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park with a 4.2-star rating from 32 reviews.
What parks are near Lothian, MD?
What parks are near Lothian, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Lothian, MD that allow camping, notably Greenbelt Park and Fort Dupont Park.
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