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Green Ridge State Forest accommodates pets throughout its 100 primitive campsites, providing spacious, secluded spots ideal for camping with dogs. Each site features a fire ring and picnic table with most locations situated far from neighboring campers, sometimes a half-mile distance between sites. The forest requires no advance reservations, operating on a first-come, first-served basis for $10 per night. Many campers praise the private nature of the sites, making them perfect for those traveling with occasionally vocal pets. The widely-spaced campsites allow dogs to enjoy camping without disturbing others, though all pets must remain leashed throughout the forest.
Rough forest roads require vehicles with decent clearance to access many Green Ridge campsites, particularly those offering the most seclusion. The primitive camping environment means no facilities beyond fire rings and tables, so campers with pets must pack in water and supplies for themselves and their animals. Located approximately two hours from Washington DC, the forest provides numerous hiking trails where dogs can explore. Site #65 offers spectacular views of the Potomac River—ideal for pets who enjoy water access. Several sites along Fifteen Mile Creek provide excellent opportunities for dogs to cool off during summer camping trips. Wildlife is abundant throughout the forest, requiring pet owners to keep animals secured at all times for their safety and to protect local fauna.
"We always try to book “outside” loop sites so we don’t have “back neighbors” but none near the lake were available, so we took our chances on an “inside” site in E loop."
"The best loops for families with pets are Dogwood and Elm. No pets? Go to Ironwood loop and get a site close to the water. Water is readily available. The bathrooms are clean and the showers warm."
from $23 - $29 / night
Check Availability"All are roadside, but plenty are tucked away so you feel alone in the woods. You can occupy a site as long as you register at the parks main office. $10/night."
"There are a few gem sites that offer nearly complete solitude- your nearest neighbor is at least two miles away."
from $10 / night
Check Availability"Beautiful place, tucked in the woods, right next to the river. The RV campsite is spacious, private, shaded, and with full hook-ups."
"Beautiful location right on the river. Meticulously maintained campground. Plenty of space for relaxing experience. Only two RV sites yet full hook up which is a rare find."
from $45 - $115 / night
Check Availability"It’s a quiet spot to relax away from all the fast paced noise of city life. Campground is clean and the spots are nice. Might be a little closer than other places, but I wouldn’t let that deter you!"
"Lots to do, friendly staff and easy access to c.o. canal"
from $25 - $66 / night
Check Availability"This is a more traditional NPS campground along the Potomac River and C&O Towpath Trail where you can actually drive in, instead of just hiking or cycling."
"The river is gorgeous and so are the trails bring a bike if you have one. There’s a bar within walking distance that’s cash only."
from $20 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Jesse is the owners dog and she will come out for scratching and pets. You get the feeling that you are welcome there. Amazing views and very enjoyable."
"Me and a small group of friends stayed here for a weekend and we had a blast it was so peaceful we where right next to the river and had some great trails too hike on."
from $35 / night
Check Availability"We had a very positive experience at Hidden Springs. We stayed 4 nights, the first two were very quiet at the campground."
from $58 - $70 / night
Check Availability"Lots of trails around, Molly and I got a lot of walking in. No cell service for us, wifi is OK I recon depends on the load on it. All in all it is a very nice family Campground, we will return."
"The price was right and the location was fairly convienient. There is hiking at the canal and a nice restaurant/ice cream parlor called Buddy Lou’s."
"Shawnee State Park is a very large campground (319 campsites with mixed electric and non-electric, some pet friendly, some not) about 10 minutes off highway 76 and 20 minutes from the Flight 93 National"
"The morning drive started early, had several stops and starts, and I was once again glad that my big dog was along for the ride."
from $24 - $122 / night
Check Availability"One of the best campgrounds I have stayed at so far the pond is nice and has a 1/2 mile walking path around it with trees and beaches to stop and sit dog park is big and has a place for small or large"
"I’m relaxed- whether I’m riding the golf cart eating ice cream, playing in the arcades, walking around in the campground store, playing mini golf, fishing from our campsite, watching the doggy’s play in"
GuideOne of the best campgrounds I have stayed at so far the pond is nice and has a 1/2 mile walking path around it with trees and beaches to stop and sit dog park is big and has a place for small or large dogs there is 3 play grounds all different and all well kept
GuideThis campground checks all our boxes. Beautiful scenery, quiet location, spacious campsites, full RV hookups, well-placed fire rings, dog park, nice large bathhouses, polite staff, and Wi-Fi that works.
This is located about an hour away from my home, so we plan on making this our go-to for quick camping getaways throughout the year.
Highly recommended. Definitely worth checking out.
GuidePreface: if your main objective is activities for children, you have come to the right place. This place is loud and full of kids.
We booked a site but chose not to pay to select which one. All the pictures looked great! We ended up on a grassy hill in the back. The spot was so unlevel there were 19 inches between my bottom step and the ground. This site was the same price as level ones closer to activities.
Also bathrooms were outdated. They had older residential toilets that plugged constantly. The day we left 2 of the 3 in our nearest bathroom were out of order.
Aside from all the above, the Dog Park is awesome. It’s the size of a real, normal dog park. The ice cream on site is also a nice perk.
RangerThis may be the first campground I give a 10 out of 10! All the amenities your could want, it's clean, sites are leveled, it's maintained beautifully, there are cows in the distance, fully stocked store, friendly staff. Laundry, bathrooms, fairly spacious sites, a pool, dog park. Very, very nice.
LegendThis place is right outside the gate of Harpers Ferry NP. We walked to the shuttle bus stop. It is a very large KOA, and was almost empty when we visited in September. The original site the gave us had a large rut and washed out spot, so we could not get level. I checked in the office and the reassigned another space that was much better. Full hook ups, nice clean shower and bathrooms, playground, pool, large dog park.
RangerGreat campground for families. Large water park that goes to 3 ft. Playgrounds, dog park, canteen, mini golf, jumping pillow, laser tag, pedal cars, gem mining are just some of the amenities. Very pricey during peak season. We did the camp & store at about $50/night.
GuideI don’t know what it is about this place but whenever I’m here all my worries are gone! I can honestly say IM RELAXED!!! I’m relaxed- whether I’m riding the golf cart eating ice cream, playing in the arcades, walking around in the campground store, playing mini golf, fishing from our campsite, watching the doggy’s play in the dog park. I’m honestly happy here!!! My favorite sites are by the lake or river. The bathhouses were clean!! We don’t swim but the pools looked great!! I’m always sad to leave but super excited to come back!! I have a video review on my YouTube channel @UpOnTheRidge304 about this campground - feel free to check it out.
GuideNew Germany State Park is situated in Garrett County Maryland. The park has a small lake, a few trails, and two camping loops. The Hemlock loop- the only loop that allows pets, is smaller and is mostly made for tent camping, though one site has electricity, but only big enough for a teardrop camper. There is a bathroom with a hot shower. The problems with the Hemlock loop is the proximity to the other campers. Our neighbors were loud, their kids were louder and their dog was ear- splitting loud. The tent pads are varied in size with sites 52, 53 and 57 being just big enough for a large tent and not much else. Every site has a large picnic table ( that is impressively hard to move) and a fire ring. Some sites are not very level, not not as much that your rolling out of bed in your sleep. There is water, but just at the bathroom area. This makes sense since the loop itself is very small. Deer are dense in these parts, and bears frequent the area. Summer temps usually do not get as nice 85max most of the summer. There is also cross country skiing in the winter. Despite the smaller sites, the Hemlock loop is frequently full, as is the non pet loop, which can accommodate larger tents and RV’s., but no pets.
GuideWe chose this campground for its proximity to home with the chance to swim in the lake.
The camping did not disappoint. We always try to book “outside” loop sites so we don’t have “back neighbors” but none near the lake were available, so we took our chances on an “inside” site in E loop. It was great, smallish, but plenty of vegetation to make it feel private. (Some poison ivy around the edges, though.) The pull-in sites in general seem a bit small (space for our two 4-person tents and that’s it), but are well shaded and separated from neighbors by small patches of woods or bushes. The pull-through sites in our loop were more exposed to the road, but had a bit more space.
There was some noise from the interstate. There were surprisingly few mosquitoes. The bathhouse was clean, but showers were not very warm.
The swimming was unfortunately disappointing. The roped-off swimming area was 3 feet deep at the most. Warm water in August, nice for kids to splash around, but not really good for actual swimming. Bonus for dog people: pets allowed on the beach and in the lake.
During COVID-19, the bathrooms/bathhouses at the beach area are closed; porta-johns only.
We rented paddle boards and a canoe one afternoon and paddled around to one of the lake inlets, which was actually deep and had a good swim. But this is technically not allowed.
If you feel okay about rule-breaking and have water-safe family members (and no pets), I would absolutely choose a site in I loop close to the lake. The sites in E loop closest to the lake are actually up a fairly steep hill from the lake path.
Hiking trails were nice. My kids especially liked the rock scramble-ish up and down the stream gorge on Evitt’s Mountain trail.
Situated in southwestern Pennsylvania at an elevation of 675 feet, Artemas borders Maryland along the Potomac River in an area known for its dense forest cover and rocky terrain. The region experiences distinct seasonal changes with vibrant fall colors and moderate summer temperatures typically ranging from 75-85°F. Winter camping is available at several locations with temperatures often dropping below freezing December through February.
Fishing opportunities: 15 Mile Creek flows through the Fifteen Mile Campground, offering easy water access and a small boat ramp. "Quiet during the week. Water access and biking/hiking trail. Beautiful place in the early morning hours," notes Jeremy S.
Hiking the C&O Canal Towpath: The historic 184.5-mile trail runs parallel to several campgrounds in the area. "This is a more traditional NPS campground along the Potomac River and C&O Towpath Trail where you can actually drive in, instead of just hiking or cycling. It would make a great shuttle point, or RV base camp for the weekend if you plan to ride the C&O Trail," writes Shari G.
Kayaking the Potomac River: Camp Cacapon provides river access with clean water for swimming. "We brought our kayaks and got them on the river for some time. The scenery will take your breath away," says Saskia H. The campground sits on 8 acres with tall trees and well-maintained grounds.
Privacy between sites: At Rocky Gap State Park Campground, campers value the extra space. "Can't believe how much space is between each site. You're close enough to see other campers but far enough away to feel you have your own sections of woods," reports Jeff H. The park features a lake with beach area and recreational options.
Dog-friendly accommodations: Many pet owners appreciate accommodations near Artemas. Shawnee State Park Campground offers select loops that allow dogs. "We stayed at Shawnee for 2 nights Memorial Day weekend... Site 258 on loop D is quiet," mentions Danielle S., providing information about their experience at this dog-friendly campground.
Primitive camping experience: For those seeking true wilderness camping, locations offer basic amenities. "Every campsite at Green Ridge SF is worth getting. Some are more hallowed than others, but I'm getting ahead of myself," states Bill G. "For solitude and the price (very cheap) it's worth bringing a bucket to do your business in, the sites along 15mile creek are the ones that usually go first."
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly between campgrounds. At Rvino - Ridge Rider Campground, "We had no phone service which we were okay with but it's something we wish we had known before hand," explains Michaela M.
Weather considerations: The area experiences significant seasonal changes. "We just love this place so much! A little bit crazy trying to find a spot with the first come first serve way they're set up and the ranger station is closed because of Covid, but it all worked out!" shares Nancy N. about camping during changing conditions.
Rough access roads: Many campgrounds require vehicles with adequate clearance. "Road access is good for all but large rigs," notes Paul O. Some campgrounds feature gravel or dirt roads that can become challenging after rain.
Look for campgrounds with dedicated recreation: Friendship Village Campground offers numerous activities for children. "The kids played mini golf, jumped on the pillow, played on multiple playgrounds, enjoyed ice cream and went fishing," shares Tasha M. The campground provides structured weekend events.
Consider dog-friendly campgrounds near Artemas: When traveling with pets and children, space matters. "This campground is very clean and family friendly. They have mini golf, fishing, and special events on weekends," explains Heidi K. Many locations welcome dogs but require them to remain leashed at all times.
Plan for bathroom access: Some locations offer full facilities while others are primitive. "Bathhouses are in fair shape. Staff was super friendly," notes Sabrina H. For younger children, choosing sites near restrooms makes camping more comfortable.
Check site levelness: Many RV sites in the region require work to level. "The RV spot is perfect, so leveled all you have to do is shock your wheels," explains Saskia H. about Camp Cacapon. However, others note challenges: "We ran out of blocks trying to level on this site and were still off a bit," reports Jennifer K.
Research hookup availability: Different campgrounds offer varying amenities. "Sites are very spacious and the gravel pad was level upon parking. Good connections and solid cable," notes Brittany V. about Friendship Village. Some locations offer full hookups while others provide only basic electric service or none at all.
Consider seasonal availability: Most dog-friendly campgrounds near Artemas have different operating seasons. "We closed out the season with a trip here. It was absolutely serene and beautiful as the leaves were changing, fall vastly approaching," shares Sabrina H. Winter camping options exist but with limited facilities.
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