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Oak Ridge Campground in Prince William Forest Park offers spacious, pet-friendly campsites with clean facilities and hiking trails where leashed dogs are welcome. The sites are generously sized, wooded and private, making it ideal for camping with pets. Nearby, Rappahannock River Campground provides riverside camping with dogs allowed throughout the property. Both campgrounds require pets to remain on leashes no longer than 6 feet when outside vehicles or tents. Bull Run Regional Park and Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park also accommodate pets at their campsites, cabins, and RV areas. Most dog-friendly campgrounds near Midland provide basic pet amenities including water access and waste disposal areas, though none offer dedicated dog parks or off-leash zones. Campers browse The Dyrt when exploring the best sites near Midland, Virginia.
The extensive trail system at Prince William Forest Park gives dog owners plenty of exercise options, with multiple trailheads accessible directly from the camping loops. Dogs particularly enjoy the riverfront access at Rappahannock River Campground, where the sites closest to the water are popular with pet owners. The campground's riverside location provides excellent opportunities for dogs to cool off during summer camping trips. When planning visits with pets, campers should note that most parks enforce quiet hours that include barking regulations. Wildlife encounters require keeping pets secured, especially in areas like Shenandoah National Park's Big Meadows and Mathews Arm campgrounds where deer and small mammals are common. Bathhouses and toilet facilities at these campgrounds are routinely cleaned and maintained, making extended stays with pets more comfortable.
"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"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"When we pulled in we were greeted by a friendly fat cat. We paid our fee, which was only around $15, and then another $5 for a bunch of firewood."
"Great for a weekend away from all the hustle and bustle. Very relaxing"
"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."
"Stayed here with three other girls and my dog- it was a great spot! Nice and close to some great trails for our evening walk, and nothing beats staying Inside the NP!"
"This was a great campground location to many, many National Park Trails. Our stay was during the last week of September. We met up with family who live in the area and got 3 sites hugging the AT."
from $30 - $75 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $50 / night
"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."
"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."
from $37 - $170 / night
Check Availability"This is a nice and very large campground tucked away in the northern part of Shenandoah. The facilities and grounds were well kept and it’s a short car’s travel (but there’s also a trail!)"
"The pull in area was paved and behind it was a nice flat tent area."
from $30 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Our patio was on the side next to the road which was a little close to traffic but we still loved siting there, especially in the evening with a campfire."
"Tons of trails great for families with dogs or those wanting to get out and hike. The campsite featured some of the best bathroom/ shower houses, they were super clean and well maintained."
from $27 - $427 / 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."
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.
GuideBeautiful views. Adjacent to a working farm where cows, sheep, llamas, chickens and roosters can graze next to the campsites.
The grounds were beautifully manicured and incredibly clean.
It also had the largest dog park area of any campground I’ve ever seen.
Very nice pool, friendly staff and firewood available for purchase. They will even deliver right to your site.
Very close to downtown Luray, which has great shops and restaurants. There is a very nice 2 mile long walking trail, the Luray-Hawksbill Greenway, near the campground that will take you right into town.
Also close by to some excellent hiking, wineries, breweries and distilleries.
ScoutWe recently stayed for a long weekend at the Outlanders campground after we received a referral from a friend and could not have been more happy with our stay. The RV sites at this campground are very spaced out, you have a lot of room to each side of your RV. The park and facilities were very clean. They have a playground for the kids, fishing ponds, cabins, pet friendly with a dog park and they are located right along the Shenandoah river. You can go tubing on the river but need to provide your own tubes. The ride down the river from one end of the park to the other is around 30 minutes. Also for all of the people attached to the internet like us we were able to have plenty of cell signal to hotspot and get internet.
TravelerNice size spots. Lake on site. Playground for kids. Fun bike rentals. Lots of dog walks and a dog park. Camp store has a little bit of everything.
ScoutThis campground is very close to Luray Caverns and all that they have to offer. There is also a Duke's of Hazzard themed museum and store where they do live music on weekends nearby, it's called Cooter's. This campground is very small but quiet. It does border cow pasture land so when the wind shifts you get the smell but it wasn't constant and it wasn't unbearable. They have 2 swimming pools and a very large dog park. The bath houses were clean and well maintained. I would definitely recommend this campground.
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.
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.
TravelerStayed here for two weeks in early March. Newly renovated campground with a lot of amenities. Very helpful staff. The campground is a lot of money upgrading services, capabilities, and extra activities (St Patrick's Day parade and dinner). While we were there they added street signage (very helpful) and installed a Bocce Ball field. Two fenced dog parks. Campsites are level gravel (no pads). Located near multiple vineyards. Our only complaint was that the sewage connection was slightly higher than the black tank outlet on our Airstream. The majority of camp sites are very close together, and the sites closer to the highway experience highway noise.
GuideUsually go camping with a Little Guy teardrop trailer, but with the current state of the country, didn’t feel comfortable with sharing bathroom facilities. We booked Yurt #1. It was fantastic. The place was spotless, well equipped kitchenette, grill, fire pit, comfortable beds. We loved our neighbors the sheep, goats and llamas. Checking in was easy, with the keys and map at the office. Park was clean and well maintained. Dog park is great. Wonderful way to start coming out of quarantine. Great hiking nearby.
The Midland region of Virginia sits along the eastern foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains at around 500 feet elevation. Seasonal temperature variations impact camping conditions, with summer highs regularly reaching the 90s while spring and fall offer milder temperatures in the 60-70°F range. Winter camping remains possible at several year-round facilities, though nighttime temperatures frequently drop below freezing from December through February.
Hiking close to camp: At Big Meadows Campground, numerous trails connect directly to the camping area. "There are many amenities which make it popular and oftentimes crowded during weekends and holiday's... With so many hiking trails and waterfalls nearby we love to camp in Big Meadows - and for the star watching at night," notes Rachel M.
River activities: The Rappahannock River provides excellent recreation opportunities for campers. "We stayed here and went tubing on the Rappahannock River one day. The tubing trip was organized by the same people that run the campground so that was very convenient!" explains Katie M. The water is accessible directly from many riverfront campsites.
Disc golf course: Bull Run Regional Park offers an 18-hole disc golf course as part of its recreational facilities. "Park has golf frisbe course, decent water park for kids, hiking trails, small creek/river you can explore, playgrounds," reports Tom C. The course accommodates both beginners and more experienced players.
Spacious sites: Campers consistently praise the generous site sizing at Mathews Arm Campground. "Sites are large but many are lined up right next to each other. I recommend staying away from A72 to the end of A. They're lined up too closely for my taste, and there isn't much shade," advises Mary S.
Wildlife viewing: Regular wildlife encounters enhance the camping experience. "We even had a doe and fawn right in our campsite! Just be careful of the black bears," reports Stephen K. Many campers report deer sightings throughout Prince William Forest Park and Shenandoah National Park, particularly around dawn and dusk.
Clean facilities: Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park receives high marks for maintenance. "Clean grounds and importantly clean facilities. Park offers very doable hiking and mountain biking options for beginners," states Laura N. Bathrooms with showers are regularly maintained, making extended stays more comfortable.
Tick prevention: Ticks pose a significant concern in this region, particularly during warm months. "Ticks were really bad. We killed dozens and ended up taking at least one with us when we left... Only because of the ticks, we would not stay here again. We had Deep Woods Off, but seemed to do no good," warns Tracy R. at Oak Ridge Campground.
Varying site quality: Sites within the same campground can differ significantly in quality and layout. "Our site had a slight slope, but was easily overcome using additional blocks on the low side to get the trailer level," explains Drew M. at Bull Run Regional Park, where site elevations vary.
Seasonal considerations: Services change seasonally at many campgrounds. "Everything was fully operational at our campsite when we visited in early April. Bathrooms were clean and stocked. Sites were nicely kept. Be aware that they do not sell firewood on-site!" notes Kaitlyn H. about Oak Ridge Campground.
Park activities: Several campgrounds offer organized family programming. "The campground had a scavenger hunt for the kids going all weekend, they had an outdoor movie scheduled for Friday night, a campfire story time scheduled for Saturday night and crafts scheduled for Sunday morning," explains Ben G. about Pohick Bay Regional Park.
Kid-friendly attractions: Rappahannock River Campground provides unique experiences for children. "We got there around 4pm. We paid our fee, which was only around $15, and then another $5 for a bunch of firewood... My biggest complaint is just that there isn't a whole lot to do in this area," shares Jon N.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature playground facilities near camping loops. "This is definitely a family campground. So my activities for kids and places to run around. Pirate's Cove waterpark is definitely a highlight in summer," explains Anne K. about Pohick Bay Regional Park.
Site levelness: RV campers should prepare for uneven terrain at many local campgrounds. "The sites are nicely 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," notes Megan K. about Prince William Forest RV Campground.
Full hookup availability: Prince William Forest RV Campground offers comprehensive services for RVs. "A very nice State Park campground. Have a nice pool and bathrooms. On a major road not far from the freeway. Very close do Washington DC. About 17 miles to the closest Rail station to bring you to the mall in Washington DC," explains Ken W.
Dump station access: Several campgrounds provide dump stations, though not all sites have full hookups. "The sites are all pull-through off the roads through the campground. So your camper faces the woods and you feel like you're all alone. Bath houses are clean and well maintained. Our site was very level, but I could see that some others were not so much," reports Roberta K.
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