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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Arlington, VA

627 Reviews

Cherry Hill Park accommodates pets in its campground with a variety of accommodation options including tents, RVs, cabins, yurts, and glamping setups. Lake Fairfax Campground and Bull Run Regional Park also welcome pets with accessible campsites offering fire rings and picnic tables. Most pet-friendly campgrounds in the Arlington area maintain standard leash policies and request campers clean up after their animals. The bathrooms at Lake Fairfax are exceptionally clean and include private shower/toilet combinations large enough for families managing pets during cleanup routines. Sites nearest to the bathrooms vary in levelness, with some requiring leveling blocks for RVs.

Several campgrounds provide convenient water access for dogs, with the Potomac River accessible from Fort Belvoir Travel and RV Camp where pets are permitted. Lake Fairfax offers hiking trails suitable for dog walking, with multiple trail options connecting to the campground. Sites 30, 33, and 35 at Lake Fairfax provide more privacy along the tree line, making them ideal for tent campers with pets. Campers should note that some campgrounds like Marsden Tract require a hike to reach the site with no nearby parking, which may present challenges when camping with dogs and gear. Burke Lake Park Campground offers additional pet-friendly hiking opportunities with access to water, though the campgrounds can become crowded during peak seasons with limited buffer between sites.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Arlington, Virginia (70)

    1. Cherry Hill Park

    42 Reviews
    Beltsville, MD
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 937-7116

    $282 - $999 / night

    "This CG is an awesome 5+++++ place, close to DC and Arlington NVA. The resort is impeccably clean, the entire staff is friendly and knowledgeable."

    "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.  "

    2. Pohick Bay Campground

    39 Reviews
    Lorton, VA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 339-6104

    $37 - $170 / night

    "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."

    3. Greenbelt Park Campground — Greenbelt Park

    32 Reviews
    Greenbelt, MD
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 344-3948

    $20 / night

    "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."

    4. Lake Fairfax Campground

    25 Reviews
    Reston, VA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 471-5414

    $30 - $70 / night

    "A lot to do: mountain bike trails (horses and walking, too); wooded hikes with water along the trails (great for dogs in the summer heat), skateboard park, BMX park, Water Park near the campground, fishing"

    "If you are looking for camping in Fairfax County Virginia, this is it, because there are only a couple to choose from."

    5. Bull Run Regional Park

    42 Reviews
    Iron Gate, VA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 631-0550

    $39 - $100 / night

    "Portable water and dumping station located at the camp store. We stayed at site 146 on the first caul-de-sac off the first loop just another site away from the bath house (which was pretty clean)."

    "Hot dog. Best camping showers I've ever had.

    Only draw back is that there's only one playground that's awkwardly located."

    6. Burke Lake Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Burke, VA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 323-6600

    "We stayed Burke lake campground for one night last week. It was very peaceful place. The whole camp ground was very clean and well kept."

    "This was my second time going Burke Lake and it was just as enjoyable as the first."

    7. Oak Ridge Campground — Prince William Forest Park

    31 Reviews
    Dumfries, VA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 221-7181

    $26 / night

    "The Oak Ridge campgrounds at Prince William Forest Park are a lovely little campground just outside Washington DC. The sites were large, the facilities are clean and the staff friendly and helpful."

    "Showers are in loop B, which is a 5-7 minute walk. During holiday weekends the sites closest to the shower facilities are fully booked and have less privacy."

    8. Cedarville State Forest

    17 Reviews
    Brandywine, MD
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 888-1410

    $30 / night

    "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."

    9. Fort Belvoir Travel and RV Camp

    4 Reviews
    Fort Belvoir, VA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (703) 805-3081

    $55 / night

    "Super clean Very well maintained Pet friendly... kinda No veteran discounts smh Good for a day or two"

    "Good site, secure location, decent facilities with solid WiFi. Pier within walking distance. Good location, tho our site wasn't fully level, so bring plenty of leveling blocks."

    10. Marsden Tract Group Campsite — George Washington Memorial Parkway

    1 Review
    McLean, VA
    9 miles
    Website
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Arlington, VA

627 Reviews of 70 Arlington Campgrounds

  • deb K.
    Jul. 13, 2022

    Cherry Hill Park

    Proof 100+ Years, They Get It Right!

    This CG is an awesome 5+++++ place, close to DC and Arlington NVA. The resort is impeccably clean, the entire staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Amenities are great, from multiple pools with lifeguards, to showers, laundry rooms, playgrounds, pet areas, even tire stations for your rigs. They even have two full time staff to assist in your plans to and from DC. We drove to most attractions downtown within 35 min. Arlington is approx. 40 min drive and an hour to Quantico. We highly recommend this CG. Sites are beautiful and clean. Great hook ups, with 70+ channels of cable. WiFi needed a browser. Multiple clubhouses, even a restaurant that delivers to your site. The store is awesome and close to food stores, gas, medical center and shopping

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2021

    Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA

    Very convenient to National Park

    This 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.

  • singinajf@aol.com
    May. 26, 2021

    Ramblin' Pines

    Quiet Spot

    The 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.

  • J
    Jun. 26, 2022

    Brunswick Family Campground

    Great but only a few things I noticed

    Overall great camp ground only thing I noticed is at some of the RV sites the hook ups are in crazy spots some are In the neighboring sites area so you have to drag extensions around them. Also the pool and dog park isn’t on site you have to leave to go to it.

  • Linda B.
    Jul. 7, 2019

    Cherry Hill Park

    Actually a 10!!!

    This 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.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 27, 2021

    Cherry Hill Park

    Impressive Campground

    Cherry 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.

  • Megan K.
    Aug. 17, 2021

    Prince William Forest RV Campground — Prince William Forest Park

    Great spot with hookups by PW park

    If 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

  • Jenifer K.
    May. 11, 2019

    Pohick Bay Campground

    Woods and City

    We stayed here for 3 nights at a back in with w/e. 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. We were working in Arlington/DC only a 25 min drive away and it was nice to come home to some nature.

  • Caitlin A.
    Apr. 25, 2021

    Smallwood State Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED THROUGH JULY 2023

    Private sites with water views nearby

    These 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!

Guide to Arlington

Explore the great outdoors with your furry friends at some of the best pet-friendly camping spots near Arlington, Virginia. These campgrounds offer a variety of amenities and activities that cater to both you and your pets.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include Bull Run Regional Park

  • Enjoy spacious sites and clean facilities at Bull Run Regional Park, where pets are welcome, making it a great choice for families.
  • The park features a camp store and picnic tables, ensuring you have everything you need for a comfortable stay with your pet.
  • With hiking trails and historical attractions nearby, you and your dog can explore the beautiful surroundings together.

Dog owners appreciate Cherry Hill Park

  • Cherry Hill Park is known for its helpful staff and well-stocked camp store, perfect for picking up supplies for your pet.
  • The campground offers easy access to public transit, allowing you to take your dog on adventures into Washington, D.C.
  • With a variety of activities, including a water park and playgrounds, your dog will enjoy the vibrant atmosphere while you relax.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Arlington

  • At Pohick Bay Campground, you can take your dog on scenic hikes and enjoy fishing in the bay.
  • The campground features clean facilities and shaded sites, making it a comfortable spot for you and your pet during hot summer days.
  • With nearby trails and a water park offering discounts for campers, there's plenty to keep both you and your dog entertained.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Arlington, VA is Cherry Hill Park with a 4.8-star rating from 42 reviews.

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