Accessible by paved road within Washington Monument State Park, this state-operated campground runs from April through October at $11 per night. The facility accommodates drive-in, hike-in, and walk-in camping with reservations available through the state park system. Basic amenities include drinking water, restrooms, picnic tables, and ADA-accessible facilities, while campfires and pets are permitted throughout the grounds.
Cell service reaches the campground, helping campers stay connected during their stay. The seasonal operation aligns with Maryland's camping season, closing during winter months. For additional overnight options in the area, Greenbrier State Park Campground operates 2.6 miles north with different amenities and site configurations.
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Location
Public CampgroundWashington Monument State Park Campground is located in Maryland
Directions
From points east: Washington Monument State Park can be reached off Interstate 70 westbound to Exit 49, MD Alternate Route 40. Travel westbound (turn left) on Alternate 40 for approximately 9 miles. At the top of South Mountain, turn right on Washington Monument Road. After 1 mile, the road intersects with Zittlestown Road at a four-way stop. Go straight to enter the park.
Address
6620 Zittlestown Road
Middletown, MD 21769
Coordinates
39.49732163 N
77.61933128 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 16 min from Hagerstown, MD
- 34 min from Chambersburg, PA
- 46 min from Gettysburg, PA
- 46 min from Winchester, VA





