5 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Glamping campsites near Leesburg, VA at Little Bennett Campground and Harpers Ferry Campground include elegant yurts, fully-equipped glamping tents, and canvas accommodations with real beds, electricity, and private decks. The climate-controlled units feature proper mattresses with linens, private seating areas, and convenient proximity to modern bathroom facilities with hot showers. One reviewer highlighted, "Nice quite and spacious campground with lost of nature trails," making these eco-friendly glamping options ideal for travelers seeking comfort without sacrificing connection to nature. Most glamping accommodations include picnic tables, fire rings, and access to clean restrooms, while premium options offer kitchenettes, USB charging stations, and sustainable construction materials.
Shenandoah River State Park's luxury camping structures sit along scenic waterways, offering direct access to miles of hiking and biking trails throughout the region. The glamping cabins provide an excellent base for exploring nearby attractions including historic Harpers Ferry, the C&O Canal towpath, and the Potomac River, all within a short drive from Leesburg. According to a camper, "The location is very welcome with friendly staff and large sites," making these glamping destinations particularly appealing to families and couples seeking upscale outdoor experiences. Most properties maintain seasonal availability from April through October, with some premium glamping sites offering year-round accommodations. On-site amenities typically include camp stores with essential supplies, firewood sales, and activity centers with scheduled events for guests of all ages.
"Almost everything, from the grounds, to rec halls, to pool and laundry, was sparkling clean and beautifully maintained."
"This KOA offers close and cozy get away near Harper’s Ferry Virginia. Technically within walking distance to the National Park shuttle to downtown."
from $40 - $80 / night
"Great Park, friendly staff, clean facilities. We stayed with our Pop Up for two nights at an electric -supported site. Portable water and dumping station located at the camp store."
"Pros - Clean Bathrooms, Camp store open 8am - 8pm, Sites 62 - 92 (except #74 and 88) are all pretty good. Security was great, patrol throughout the night. "
Available this weekend
from $34 - $90 / night
"We live in Montgomery County and this is a nice camping get away close to home."
"PROS Very nice small Montgomery County Park
No reservation fee to make on-line reservations
Reserved 137 days prior to arriving
Entrance gate required entry code Instructed by staff via gate phone"
"Freshwater hookup and electrical hookup were convenient (and the water tasted great :)."
"Lots to do on-site. Tent camped and really had a great time. Harper’s Ferry is a beautiful place to hike, camp and visit. Highly recommended!"
"We used the site as a base for a bike trip along the C&O to go to Harper’s Ferry (14mi round trip along a gravel path). The staff were friendly and there is a small camp store."
"Picked this location because it is close to our home in Silver Spring, MD but far enough to make us feel like we were leaving town."
from $10 - $90 / night
"We stayed in a level pull-thru site(#1715) with picnic table on a paver patio, iron table and chairs, clean gravel surface, grill, and fire pit."
"Every campsite has a patio, grill, and fire pit. Great pool, clubhouse, entertainment for the kids, great laundry facilities, and huge off leash dog area for the dogs."
Available this weekend
from $999 / night
"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
"This location is very welcome with the friendly staff and large sites for tents or RVs. We had easy access to the electric and water. Plus enough room for a large tent."
"We were at site 133, non electric non water. I feel like the spots at the end of each loop might have slightly more privacy, but our site was fine."
"We stayed on the big loop on site 48. Unfortunately there wasn’t anything on ReserveAmerica specifying the water situation, so when we arrived we found that we didn’t have water hook up."
Available this weekend
from $150 / night
"We enjoyed the many trails and walking our dog along the river. We would highly recommend and will come back."
"Normally we’re tent campers, but this time we opted for the climate controlled cabins of this state park. Cabins were wonderful. Essentially a little house off in its own little “cabin neighborhood.”"
Available this weekend
from $27 - $384 / night
GuideQuite the dump and almost no one around to talk to. There is a bathroom with running water, flushing toilets, and a shower. But it is cramped and not attractive. Most of the sites are right underneath the freeway, and very noisy. Primitive sites away from the road noise are nothing more than a wide area of the dirt road.
ScoutWas looking for a last-minute getaway on a busy weekend, and they seemed the best option. I've always associated private campgrounds with crowding and sites on top of each other. I couldn't have been more wrong about The Cove. There is more wooded space between sites than in many National Parks.
Some sections are best accessed via 4WD, which I think is a great way to keep things from getting too crowded.
Such a huge diversity of types of sites, from lakeside to wooded, to open fields. They have something for everyone.
The bathrooms are ok. Other than the shower area and the reception, most toilets are pit toilets. If you want to be walking distance to showers, make sure to book sites near them. For most sites, it's going to be a hike or a drive.
And on top of that, they have a beach for the kids, boat rentals, and a range.
This was our first visit, but we will definitely be coming back.
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.
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.
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
ScoutThe staff is certainly at the office not competent. Someone ran over my house when we were away and damaged it. The WiFi didn’t work any of the day but upon assistance request no one was willing to help. It couldn’t be worse. We have no other words except never a KOA location again.
Camping in Leesburg, Virginia offers diverse seasonal experiences with average summer temperatures around 85°F and winter lows near freezing. The area's piedmont landscape features rolling hills at approximately 300-500 feet elevation between the Potomac River and Blue Ridge Mountains. Fall camping from September to November provides colorful foliage displays while avoiding summer's higher humidity and insect activity.
Hiking historic trails: At Harpers Ferry Campground - River Riders, access the Appalachian Trail directly from your riverside campsite. "It is right on the river so you can go swimming right from your campsite! The camp ground is part of river riders which offers lazy tubing, white water tubing, zip lining, and great kayaking down the river," notes Robin W.
Water recreation options: The Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers offer multiple access points for water activities. "The Shanandoah is just as beautiful. I would absolutely recommend this campground for families or just a couple wanting to get away," says Brian S. about Brunswick Family Campground, where the river is "beautifully clean, clear and cool."
Train spotting: Several campgrounds provide unique railroad viewing opportunities. "The CNO railroad runs pretty close it's not super loud just wanted to make you aware," mentions one Brunswick Family Campground reviewer. Train enthusiasts can watch passenger and freight trains passing throughout the day from several waterfront camping locations.
Battlefield exploration: Civil War history surrounds most campgrounds in the region. "This is a nice campground with lots of great places nearby including Harpers Ferry, Antietam, Frederick, Washington DC, Baltimore, and more," shares Matt S. from Harpers Ferry KOA, highlighting the historical significance of the area.
Private wooded sites: Little Bennett Campground offers secluded camping areas with natural separation. "The sites are quiet, very spacious, level, and heavily wooded with 50A service, water and sewer hookup," reports Ray & Terri F., noting the privacy aspect that differs from more crowded options.
River access: Waterfront camping provides immediate recreation options. "Gorgeous spot on the river. Small campground with not a lot of amenities BUT THAT RIVER IS GORGEOUS. Lots of activities - tubing, zip lining, fishing," writes Darcy S. about Harpers Ferry Campground, highlighting the primary appeal.
Seasonal timing advantages: Avoiding peak summer crowds offers better experiences. "We stayed here on the night of December 11, 2020. No problem finding a spot, campground was about half full when we got there around 4pm," notes John B. about Shenandoah River State Park, demonstrating off-season availability.
Budget-friendly options: Some sites offer surprising value compared to resorts. "We got a discount for staying 2 nights so it was only $29 a night. Don't buy the $25 firewood it'll be gone in one night they have wood throughout the campground go forage!" advises Mikala S. about Harpers Ferry Campground.
Site limitations: Verify campsite specifications before booking. "Heads up, big rig owners! Our Pull-thru FHU Patio site(#199) had a serious slope. It was impossible to level my 45' motorhome without elevating the front wheels dangerously in the air," warns Matt S. about Harpers Ferry KOA.
Reservation requirements: Some campgrounds implement minimum stays. "But Bull Run manages to goose you even more. There are occupancy AND transaction fees that really add up if you're only there a few nights. But the real kicker is a 2-night minimum stay. Even mid-week. In APRIL for gosh sakes!" reports Stuart O. from Bull Run Regional Park.
Weather considerations: Drainage issues affect some campgrounds during rain. "While we were here, there was a fairly heavy day of rain. Couple inches, I suppose, but nothing Biblical. The mouths of the metal culverts in our loop were bent downward from campers driving over them, which obstructed the flow. Result was lots of standing water at our campsite," notes a Bull Run Regional Park camper.
Yurt camping logistics: Yurt camping near Leesburg, Virginia requires advance planning. "There are tent, full hook up RV sites and even cabin sites for the families who just want the comfort of a home," explains Daniel S., highlighting the range of accommodations including yurts at various parks within driving distance of Leesburg.
Activity planning: Cherry Hill Park offers exceptional family amenities near Leesburg, Virginia. "Tons of stuff to do here, especially for families: arts & crafts, indoor movie theatre, games, civil war reenactments, wine tastings, etc. We were certainly never bored, and the kids thought they had died and gone to heaven," shares Jen V.
Playground access: Consider campsite proximity to play areas. "We got a site on the inner loop and it backed to the playground and the bathhouse. The site was spacious. The site had water and electric which was nice," explains Ben G. about his family experience at Pohick Bay Campground.
Nature programs: Seasonal education opportunities enhance yurt camping near Leesburg. "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. The campground had a climbing wall on one afternoon. There are miles of trails and my gkids enjoyed the nature scavenger hunt. You even get a prize when you finish," reports Bridget H.
Bathroom facilities: Check bathroom amenities when planning. "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," enthuses Yvonne B. about Bull Run.
Leveling considerations: Many sites require additional equipment. "Site#D69 level side-to-side but we were forced to greatly elevate front of trailer to level front-to-back," notes a Little Bennett camper, highlighting topographical challenges.
Premium site value: Evaluate whether upgraded sites justify additional cost. "We had a premium site for seven nights. The site was perfectly level with a fire ring, grill, picnic table and table with three chairs. I wish there was a little bit more room in between the campers for privacy but it did not hurt our stay," shares Jonathan B. about Cherry Hill Park.
Access considerations: Verify your rig will fit campground roads. "All roads were very narrow and winding. We did fine with the pup, but can't imagine trying to navigate a large motorhome through there," observes one Harpers Ferry KOA visitor, providing critical navigation insights for larger vehicles.
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