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Burke Lake Park Campground's primitive sites accommodate pet owners with clean communal facilities and pet-friendly policies. Campers can bring leashed dogs to both the campground and throughout the park's extensive trail system. The campground offers tent and RV camping without hookups but provides bathhouses with showers and restrooms. Most sites include picnic tables and fire rings, though they are situated fairly close together as noted by visitors. The wooded setting maintains some privacy between sites despite their proximity. Fairfax County Burke Lake Park also offers pet-friendly cabin accommodations for those seeking more comfort while traveling with animals.
The 5-mile gravel trail circling Burke Lake provides excellent walking opportunities for dogs and their owners. Lake Fairfax Campground, another pet-friendly option near Fairfax, features level gravel sites with electric hookups and private bathroom facilities with enough room for families with pets. The campsites tend to be somewhat close together but remain comfortable for pet owners. Dogs must remain leashed throughout both parks, and owners should bring waste bags as pet waste stations are limited. The parks' suburban locations provide easy access to veterinary services and pet supply stores in Fairfax, with both campgrounds serving as convenient bases for day trips to pet-friendly attractions in the greater Washington DC area.
"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)."
"There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation."
from $39 - $100 / night
Check Availability"If you are looking for camping in Fairfax County Virginia, this is it, because there are only a couple to choose from."
"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"
from $30 - $70 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $37 - $170 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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."
from $26 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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. "
from $999 / night
Check Availability"Restrooms/showers: very clean, spacious, centrally located."
"Adjacent to Prince William Forest, near shops and restaurants, and less than an hour away from Washington, DC. Good nature getaway from the city."
"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."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"BLP has a great lake for fishing and boat rentals, a paved path to walk around the lake (about 5 miles) and a fantastic playground."
"i’ve camped here too many times to count, love being surrounded by nature!"
"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."
from $55 / night
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TravelerClose to washington as we could get. Could also park our skoolie bus which was nice and had plenty of close by shower with bathrooms. Keep in mind only one shower per restroom house. We stayed at a pretty slow season so it wasn’t bad. Would recommend if visiting DC! They also have a dump station and water fill up.
ScoutWe stayed in site #133 with our 34'10" travel trailer/toy hauler. Overall, we really like the site. It's spacious, fairly level, heavily wooded, and feels surprisingly private. There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation. We had a nice large area for our chairs, fire pit, picnic table, and dogs. The biggest thing to know about #133 is the approach. We were instructed to pass the site, go around the loop, and then make a left turn into it. With our nearly 35' trailer, that would have required an extremely tight, almost 90-degree turn between the trees, and we did not feel we could safely make it. There is actually visible damage on one of the trees at the entrance, so it appears others may have had difficulty with the turn as well. Instead, we approached from the opposite direction and positioned the camper with our doors facing the main campsite area. That put the water and electric hookups on the opposite side, but our hoses and cord were long enough to run underneath the camper and reach without a problem. Once we figured that out, the site worked very well for us. I initially thought we probably wouldn't choose #133 again because of the awkward setup, but after spending the weekend here, I would. Now that we know how to approach and position our trailer, it really is a nice site. If you're bringing a longer travel trailer, just be prepared to do a little maneuvering and make sure your water hose and electrical cord have enough length if you decide to orient your camper the way we did.
ScoutSimple and friendly check in process. Clean and well-maintained site.
GuideSpent two nights while we saw the Avett Brothers play at Wolf Trap. Nice flat site with power. Campground was quiet and clean. The only negative is communication and signage. It took us a couple wrong turns to find our site and when we came back, after the concert around 11, the entrance gate was closed and we had to sneak in through the exit gate. Asked the next day and they said that is what campers do to access the park after 11pm.
ScoutThis is are first camping adventure in are new travel trailer. Camp ground is quiet and well maintained. Bath rooms and shower facilities are fantastic.
GuidePrimitive feel with full hookups. I have a 22' trailer, and it fits fine. I hope you like trains. Plenty of them go by.
GuideThis is a great camping spot. The sites aren’t too close together and the hosts are very friendly. The only reason I gave it four stars is because we are near a highway so you can hear cars throughout the night. But the crickets make up for it by being as loud as possible. With the fees, it cost $25 for a non-electric site and with access to showers after a long trek I was happy to pay.
RangerWe stayed at Little Bennett starting on Labor Day Monday and left before the weekend, so it is hard to say how this looks when the campground is full of life. They had quite a few activities for families and a pavilion capable of concerts and such, but there was minimal activity during our stay. My biggest complaint is that the gate code changed and we didn't get any notice--so after a long day and a dinner out near Baltimore (nearly an hour away), I had to call the police to get back to my camper. Otherwise, the campsite was relatively spacious and quiet. The bugs were a little rough. Lots of whitetail running around.
RangerThis KOA offers close and cozy get away near Harper’s Ferry Virginia. Technically within walking distance to the National Park shuttle to downtown. Spots are open and spaced out and they offer private showers/bathrooms
Fairfax County camping options range from primitive tent sites to full-hookup RV accommodations within a 40-mile radius of Washington DC. Most campgrounds in the area sit at elevations between 200-400 feet, creating moderate terrain suitable for various camping styles. Summer temperatures average 85-90°F with high humidity, while spring and fall offer milder conditions with temperatures ranging from 55-75°F.
Disc golf course access: Prince William Forest Park features an 18-hole disc golf course popular with campers. "Pohick Bay is my go-to weekend camping spot. Just a few miles outside DC, Pohick Bay is a hidden gem in the area. I'd recommend taking in a game of disc golf on their 18 hole course," notes Rachel L. at Pohick Bay Campground.
Hiking trail networks: Oak Ridge Campground provides access to miles of wooded trails. "This campground has great space and super clean bathrooms with marble tile," mentions Chad at Oak Ridge Campground. The campground connects to extensive hiking paths throughout Prince William Forest.
Water activities: Many campers enjoy fishing and boating opportunities at Lake Fairfax. "Lake is beautiful!" says Drew H. about Lake Fairfax Campground. The park offers rentals for paddleboats and fishing access points around the shoreline.
Clean, modern bathhouses: Bull Run Regional Park receives consistent praise for its facilities. "I'll go again just for the showers. The best review I can give us of the bathrooms. They're with staying again alone. Locking doors, individual stalls. Hot dog. Best camping showers I've ever had," shares Yvonne B. about Bull Run Regional Park.
Wildlife viewing: Many campgrounds offer opportunities to observe local wildlife. "Pohick Bay is beautiful campground located near the National Harbor. Eagles everywhere! Large clean sites. Great staff!" reports Kathie M., highlighting the bird watching opportunities at Pohick Bay Campground.
Pet-friendly trails: Multiple campgrounds accommodate dogs with designated walking paths. "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)," explains Amy B. about Lake Fairfax Campground, making it one of several dog friendly campgrounds near Fairfax.
Proximity to military installations: Some campgrounds are located near training facilities. "Camp ground is nice. Check in was a breeze. The only drawback is that it is not quite. There is a shooting range in the park. It is on a flight path for DCA. And, I66 is not that far away," notes Drew M. about Bull Run Regional Park.
Urban noise levels: Most campgrounds experience some level of urban sounds. "You can barely hear the traffic from the road outside the park," mentions Miranda M. about Greenbelt Park Campground, indicating minimal traffic noise at this location compared to others.
Site spacing concerns: Site proximity varies considerably between campgrounds. "The sites are largely in more of a meadow and not many are very wooded. Our site, 41, was level and nicely spaced from other sites but many tent sites were not level at all. Many tents were on a full slant," cautions Erin W. about Lake Fairfax Campground.
Children's activities: Bull Run offers structured entertainment for kids. "Our family stayed here in a cabin on a long weekend trip to DC. This campground was full of stuff to do and we didn't even get to do a lot of it. They had a campfire complete with s'mores followed by hayrides. Great family friendly campground," shares Bridget H. about Bull Run Regional Park.
Water park options: Several pet-friendly campgrounds near Fairfax also offer water recreation. "Pirate's Cove waterpark is definitely a highlight in summer," says Anne K. about Pohick Bay Campground, referencing the adjacent water park that operates seasonally from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Playground access: Campgrounds frequently feature play equipment. "Only reason it's not a 5 stars is a larger RV site is $50/night on the weekends but I guess that goes in line with all things in Northern VA. Overall great site to get outdoors and not have to travel a long time. Plenty of trails, water park when in season," notes Adrian F. about Lake Fairfax.
RV site selection: Prince William Forest RV Campground offers strategic site positioning. "Almost all sites are pull through and are close together. Most have some tree cover (and some of the trees could use a trim along the roads). Some long term guests occupy the back sites which have sewer," advises Kristen M. at Prince William Forest RV Campground.
Leveling challenges: Many RV sites require careful positioning. "The outer loop campsites are easily more level than the center loop. If leveling perfectly is a concern you may want to call ahead and ask before commiting to the inner loop. Electric hookup only," recommends Corey B. about Lake Fairfax Campground.
Utility considerations: Cell service varies between locations. "Cell service is pretty good for Verizon and ATT. No alcohol allowed in the park," notes Laura M. about Greenbelt Park Campground, useful information for those planning to work remotely while camping.
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