Tuckahoe State Park offers extensive equestrian camping near Grasonville, Maryland, set within 3,800 acres of protected land on the Eastern Shore. The park's trail system features predominantly flat terrain with elevation changes under 100 feet, making it accessible for riders throughout most of the year. Winter temperatures typically range from 30-50°F while summer averages 75-85°F with moderate humidity.
What to do
Trail riding beyond the park: Experienced riders can access extended trail networks connecting to Adkins Arboretum. "The park's location on Maryland's Eastern Shore provides a quiet retreat with minimal crowds even during peak seasons," notes one visitor at Tuckahoe State Park Campground.
Kayaking and fishing: Access Tuckahoe Creek directly from some campsites. A camper at Martinak State Park Campground reports, "Campsites and bathrooms are clean. Beautiful waterfront great for kayaking and water sports. No real hiking trails. Overall small quiet campground."
Disc golf course: The course is situated in a wooded section north of the main camping area. "There is a network of river trails accessible from the park. There's a boat launch in nearby West Denton or also at Tuckahoe and a few other nearby spots," mentions one visitor to Martinak State Park.
What campers like
Well-spaced campsites: Sites provide privacy even during busy periods. At Tuckahoe, one camper shared, "It's super close to home and I love the small feel to it. People keep to themselves and you feel kinda like your by yourself even though the park is usually full."
Clean facilities: The bathhouses receive regular maintenance despite their basic design. A visitor to Lums Pond State Park Campground noted, "Great bath houses, always super clean. Some engineering genious put the bath houses furthest from the people that need them most."
Commercial-sized dish washing station: This uncommon amenity makes cleanup easier for campers without full hookups. "I LOVE the commercial-sized washing sink for your dishes, since you don't have full hookups its a BIG deal," reports a Tuckahoe camper.
What you should know
Limited cell service: Signal strength varies throughout the camping areas. A visitor at Cedarville State Forest shared, "We have AT&T and had two bars pretty consistently."
Seasonal considerations: Spring brings muddy conditions while summer requires insect preparation. "We tried fans, tiki torches, and many deet free or light deet products before having to buy 100% deet so we could be outside," one Cedarville camper warns.
Site selection matters: Research specific site dimensions before booking. "We booked site 21, blind. The web site does not say site 21 is extremely small. We have a 25' camper, and it barely fit, length and with were an issue," cautions a Tuckahoe visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds available: Multiple play areas throughout the park system. A visitor to Blackbird State Forest Campground mentioned, "Each site has lots of room, very much enjoyed our stay and will return!"
Educational opportunities: Junior Ranger programs operate seasonally. "If you're looking to learn and explore with your kids, there is an extensive junior ranger program," notes a Martinak camper.
Gear for water activities: Rentals available during peak season. "You can rent kayaks, canoes and fishing gear. The camp sites are spaced out nicely. The bathhouse is very clean," shares a Tuckahoe visitor.
Tips from RVers
Dump station quality: Recently upgraded facilities available. "Good dump station and potable water fill. Spigots throughout the campground," notes one RVer at Tuckahoe.
Electric-only hookups: Plan water usage accordingly. "The campground is wooded and only has electric hookups available. The sites are well spaced," advises an RVer at Camp Meade RV Park.
Parking surface variations: Different campgrounds offer different pad types. "Parking pads on the electric loop are asphalt. There's very finely crushed rock on the non-electric loop," explains a Tuckahoe camper.
