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Bull Run Regional Park and Pohick Bay Campground provide upscale glamping accommodations within Virginia's wooded landscape, positioned conveniently near Reston. These sites feature climate-controlled cabins and canvas glamping units that offer significant upgrades from traditional camping, with comfortable furnishings, electrical outlets, and proximity to clean shower facilities. One guest highlighted, "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." Pohick Bay's glamping units overlook the water, while Bull Run's accommodations are nestled among mature trees, providing a nature-immersed experience without sacrificing comfort. The properties maintain modern bathhouses with hot showers that consistently receive positive mentions in visitor reviews.
Harpers Ferry Campground and Cherry Hill Park expand the region's glamping options with distinctive yurts and premium canvas accommodations. These glamping resorts offer year-round accessibility with some sites operating seasonally from spring through fall. Activities at these locations include disc golf, walking trails through Civil War battlefields, and seasonal water parks. A recent visitor noted, "The park is a beautiful one to visit and the sites are huge. It's super close to breweries, wineries, and historical battlegrounds." Cherry Hill Park provides the easiest access to Washington DC attractions, while the Harpers Ferry location connects guests with river activities and historic sites. Most glamping accommodations require advance reservations, especially during peak summer and fall foliage seasons when the region's geodesic domes and elevated glamping units book quickly.
"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. "
from $39 - $100 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $999 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $37 - $170 / night
Check Availability"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"
"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
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!"
"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
Check Availability"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
Check Availability"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!"
"Close to me so theres nothing new"
"Good for a day use, parking is full most of the time but have a lot of space to park you may have to walk but you will find one spot..."
from $15 - $18 / night
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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.
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.
ScoutTrip -week before labor day , temps 93 degrees, nothing on website when booked said about peak and non peak days on booking page. Said there were only 7 sites left(complete lie) campground was empty. First time we ever been to a place where EVERYTHING was closed. Campstore, jump pillow and the final straw was we went to go to the pool and that was closed. It was 545 pm sun still bright in the sky , nowhere near dusk( when its suppose to close) . So much conflicting info from what the paper we got handed vs what internet site said. Charged a resort fee ? for what a place to park? This is no resort. Grass was high enough to be seeding itself. My wife was so upset she was actually crying. This was supposed to be a fun trip for our da6ughter before going back to school. We decided this place over Buttonwood just because it was alittle closer. Did a full tour of the place. Realized there is nothing here. Went to dinner in town. Decided we didnt want to stay where we knew our Daughter would be bored. She's pretty easy to entertain but this was just ridiculous. 12 HOURS OF MY LIFE AND $400 BUCKS i will never get back. (Loading , driving , realizing we got screwed, driving, unloading) yup was pretty bad.
The campground locations near Reston span across Northern Virginia and into Maryland, with most sites positioned within a 45-minute drive radius. Temperatures in this region typically range from 26°F in winter to 88°F in summer, with the Potomac River watershed creating moderate humidity levels. Several campgrounds offer all-season operations with basic infrastructure maintained during winter months.
Disc golf course access: Bull Run Regional Park features an 18-hole course through wooded terrain. As one visitor noted, "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."
Explore historic sites: The Harpers Ferry Campground provides direct access to historical walking trails. "From there you can grab a bite, visit the history of Harper's Ferry or continue exploring more hiking trails. There are train tracks behind the campground with a train going through day and night," explains a camper.
Waterfront activities: Many sites offer direct water access for fishing, swimming, and boating. At Brunswick Family Campground, "The Shanandoah River is just as beautiful. The showers could use a good cleaning but they are typical Campground showers perfect for the campground life."
Biking on the C&O Canal: Access the 184.5-mile canal towpath directly from Brunswick Family Campground. "The C&O railroad runs pretty close it's not super loud just wanted to make you aware," mentions a reviewer who appreciated the canal access.
Private wooded sites: Little Bennett Campground receives consistent praise for site spacing. "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," reports one visitor.
Family-friendly amenities: Many campgrounds maintain recreational areas with structured activities. A camper at Bull Run Regional Park shared, "Decent campground here suitable for campers new and old. Have tent, full hook up RV sites and even cabin sites for the families who just want the comfort of a home. The sites and clean and spacious."
Proximity to urban attractions: Locations provide convenient access to Washington DC without sacrificing natural settings. A Cherry Hill Park visitor explained, "This campground has so much to offer. We loved it. Pros: 50 amp hook-up, water, sewer, playground, mini golf, swimming pool, hot tub, basketball court, snack bar on site, nightly hayride, gated, on-site camp store, on-site bus shuttle."
Year-round yurt camping: Yurt camping near Reston, Virginia offers reliable four-season accommodation options. According to a Cherry Hill Park guest, "There are some nice tenting sites under the trees and off by themselves for the true campers, and for the rest of us glampers there are hookups and lots to do."
Train noise considerations: Trackside camping affects several locations, particularly Harpers Ferry Campground, where trains pass regularly. "The trains that come through here almost hourly range from quick commuter MARC or Amtrak trains to long freight trains. The proximity to the tracks means that if the sound doesn't wake you up, the rumbling ground will."
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require significant leveling equipment. At Bull Run, one camper shared, "My site had a slight slope, but was easily overcome using additional blocks on the low side to get the trailer level."
Seasonal facility variations: Water parks and certain amenities operate on limited schedules. A Pohick Bay visitor mentioned, "Pirate's Cove waterpark is definitely a highlight in summer. Boating in summer from kayaks to motorboats."
Weather impacts: The region experiences occasional flooding and muddy conditions after rain. A Brunswick Family camper reported, "Site was not level and infested with black flies. Restrooms were beyond disgusting, dumpsters overflowing and dump station was muddy."
Playground proximity: Pohick Bay Regional Park offers multiple play areas near camping loops. "We got a site on the inner loop and it backed to the playground and the bathhouse. The site was spacious. We are tent campers but almost all our neighbors were in an RV or trailer."
Scheduled activities: Many campgrounds run organized events for children. A Bull Run camper shared, "They have so much going on! Plan and reserve you DC tours right at the campground. No need to drive anywhere, the tour buses pick you up at the park! Pool, playgrounds, game room, camp store, pavilions, everything!"
Water features: Swimming options vary by location from river access to managed pools. "The park was not very busy when we were there, but the lake and hiking were wonderful. Sites were average, nothing too spectacular but private enough for us," noted a visitor to Leesylvania State Park.
Yurt camping advantages: Families seeking yurt camping in Reston, Virginia area appreciate the structure's weatherproof benefits. "We had a great time here over a long weekend in August. The check in is a breeze and the staff is super nice and helpful. They gave us a great intro to the park as we were first timers."
Site selection strategy: Cherry Hill Park requires advance research for optimal positioning. "Sites on the ends are by far larger than the center," advises a camper who visited Brunswick Family Campground.
Utility variations: Different loops offer varied hookup configurations. At Little Bennett, "D Loop is for RVs, A, B, C& E are tents only. AT&T 5 MB/s w/o booster(1 bar), 8 MB/s with it(2 bars). There is no satellite coverage due to the heavy tree canopy."
Premium site considerations: Some campgrounds offer upgraded sites at higher cost points. A Cherry Hill Park visitor reported, "The price is a little steep, but with all the amenities you get, it is well worth it. 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."
Winter camping access: Several campgrounds maintain year-round operations with reduced services. "Stayed here for 2 weeks while visiting friends in Alexandria. Took me 25-30 minutes to get there so you are far away from bustle of city but not so far that going in to enjoy breakfast or the sights is a feat. Nice and quiet here during winter more so during week than weekends."
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