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Lake Fairfax Campground offers pet-friendly accommodations with electric hookups for tent and RV campers in Reston, Virginia, approximately 6 miles from Herndon. The campground features level gravel sites with fire rings and picnic tables, though some tent sites are noticeably sloped. Dogs must be kept on leash throughout the park, including on the extensive trail system that circles the 20-acre lake. Clean bathroom facilities with private shower stalls are consistently maintained and located conveniently near camping areas. Firewood is available for purchase on-site, though some campers note it's somewhat expensive.
Bull Run Regional Park in nearby Centreville provides an alternative pet-friendly camping option with more accommodation types, including cabins and glamping options alongside traditional tent and RV sites. The park permits pets in designated areas and offers full hookups with electric, water, and sewer connections. Multiple hiking trails accommodate dogs on leashes, and the surrounding wooded areas provide natural spaces for exercising pets. Both campgrounds enforce quiet hours when barking must be minimized. Nearby veterinary services can be found within a 10-15 minute drive of either location, with several emergency vet clinics in the Herndon-Reston area available for after-hours care.
"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."
from $39 - $100 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $30 - $70 / 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."
"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. "
"As we looked around we found that all of the sites, regardless of amenities, were spaced about the same."
from $999 / night
Check Availability"There is a very nice network of trails, most if not all were leashed dog friendly."
"We prefer hiking as a family and staying away from crowds and this camp site wasn’t crowded or felt busy. It’s a quick drive from NOVA but just far enough where you feel away from it all."
"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"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"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"Awesome site tucked away in mature woods. Quiet. Easy paved access. Near C&O Canal, biking, hiking across street in Block House Park. Lovely attentive host."
from $45 - $55 / night
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TravelerWe began our membership here this June. it has a great atmosphere on the banks of the Shenandoah River. There are activities every weekend like concerts and group activities. Staff is very friendly and helpful. The facilities are clean and very convenient. Pet friendly; two dog parks.
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.
TravelerThe 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.
ScoutOverall 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.
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.
RangerThis 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.
GuideOn a whim we decided to try this campground. We are tent campers and we’re looking for a place close to Shenandoah to ride our motorcycles. This was 3 miles from the north entrance to the park, perfect. Making a reservation was easy, we arrived and had the loveliest conversation with Pam, she is such a gem!! We got a spot right next to the creek, bought some firewood from Pam for $10, which gave you a small wheelbarrow full. You can get a better deal elsewhere but we were happy to support Pam. The campground wasn’t exceptionally beautiful, the bathrooms and shower are rustic. Paint peeling and very makeshift but who cares. The water was hot and the bathroom facility has gorgeous paintings all over it. The grounds were relatively empty when we stayed and we had no issues w anything. Rained all night, we didn’t care, rain and the creek sounded awesome. Without hesitation I would stay here again, you don’t meet special souls like Pam very often. Give her your business. Oh and watch out for the pet cat, he likes the road down to the campsite. His name is Puppycat.
GuideIf 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
LegendCherry 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.
Camping options near Herndon, Virginia center around the Potomac River watershed at approximately 300 feet of elevation. The area features deciduous forest terrain with occasional rocky outcrops throughout Prince William Forest Park and surrounding natural areas. Seasonal temperatures fluctuate widely, with summer camping nights rarely dropping below 65°F while spring and fall evenings can dip to 40°F.
Disc golf courses: 18 holes at Bull Run Regional Park offer varied terrain for all skill levels. "The park has too many amenities to list. They had a campfire complete with s'mores followed by hayrides. Great family friendly campground," notes Bridget H. after staying in a cabin there.
Hiking trails: 5-mile loop around Burke Lake Park provides relatively flat terrain suitable for all ages. "Beautiful Park. Not much to do. Close to DC, but still far away. In suburbia," shares Anne K., who grew up visiting the area.
Mountain biking: Extensive trail network at Lake Fairfax Park connects to the wider Fairfax County trail system. "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," explains Amy B., highlighting why this is one of the more popular dog friendly campgrounds near Herndon.
Kayaking and fishing: 20-acre lake at Lake Fairfax Campground offers rentals during summer months. "Lake is beautiful!" according to Drew H., who recommends tent camping rather than RVs here.
Clean, modern bathrooms: The facilities at Bull Run Regional Park receive consistent praise. "The best review I can give is of the bathrooms. They're with staying again alone. Locking doors, individual stalls. Hot dog. Best camping showers I've ever had," writes Yvonne B.
Proximity to DC attractions: Greenbelt Park Campground offers affordable forest camping with easy metro access. "The other great thing about it that you can spend entire days at the always-free Smithsonian museums and still fall asleep in the woods. Can't beat the close proximity to DC," explains a camper identified as rskranidis.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Deer and various bird species frequently visit campsites at pet-friendly campgrounds near Herndon. "After staying here for a week I was so pleased by the quiet nature of the campground, the overall feeling of the outdoor space (every morning birds and squirrels)," reports Crystal C. about her experience at Greenbelt Park Campground.
Site levelness varies significantly: Many tent sites at regional campgrounds require careful setup. "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 committing to the inner loop," advises Corey B. about Lake Fairfax Campground.
Weekend noise levels increase: Dog friendly camping near Herndon tends to be louder Friday through Sunday. "This place is packed full of people who like to stay up late and make lots of noise. Park rules aren't very well enforced," notes Kelli T. about Pohick Bay Campground.
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance booking, especially April through October. "Reserve online - this is a NO CASH facility which means you CANNOT pay upon arrival so you will have to do so online," advises a camper about Greenbelt.
Tree protection policies: Some parks prohibit hammock use or tying lines to trees. "Park service forbade tying lines or straps to the trees at the time of our visit, so if you favor hammock camping or deploying tarps/ridgelines, plan accordingly," warns Timothy C. after visiting in autumn.
Water park access: During summer months, several campgrounds offer water recreation. "We enjoyed the water park immensely. Ten of us in total with kids ranging from 18 months old to 13 years old. Everyone enjoyed the water park," shares Corey B. about his family trip.
Nature scavenger hunts: Oak Ridge Campground within Prince William Forest Park often offers ranger-led programs. "We saw lots of wildlife but had no issues with trash or food (raccoons left everything alone)," reports Lisa P., who visited while alternating between DC sightseeing and camping.
Playground proximity: Request sites near play areas when traveling with young children. "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. There is a waterpark that is an extra cost which is fun for kids," advises Erin W.
Weather considerations: Spring and fall camping requires extra layers for children. "It rained the entire time but we still had a blast," reports Yvonne B. about a memorable Memorial Day weekend despite challenging conditions.
Site selection matters: Little Bennett Campground provides spacious RV accommodations. "The sites are quiet, very spacious, level, and heavily wooded with 50A service, water and sewer hookup. D Loop is for RVs, A, B, C & E are tents only," advises Ray & Terri F.
Signal considerations: Cell coverage and satellite reception vary by site. "AT&T 5 MB/s without booster(1 bar), 8 MB/s with it(2 bars). There is no satellite coverage due to the heavy tree canopy. OTA TV was descent using an external omni antenna," shares the same reviewer.
Navigating narrow roads: Most campgrounds have one-way traffic loops with tight turns. "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.
Dump station locations: Not all campgrounds offer on-site dumping. "There's a dump station and drinking water fill in loop C. The water fill was a little annoying in that there's a handle you have to hold down the whole time, but we used a rock to prop the handle down," advises Laura M.
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