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Pohick Bay Campground and Bull Run Regional Park offer upscale glamping accommodations near Washington DC, combining outdoor recreation with luxury amenities. Both locations feature climate-controlled glamping units with comfortable furnishings and electrical hookups throughout their scenic woodland settings. "Beautiful campground located near the National Harbor. Eagles everywhere! Large clean sites. Great staff!" notes one visitor about Pohick Bay. These glamping destinations provide upscale alternatives to traditional camping, with sturdy canvas structures that include proper beds and linens rather than sleeping bags on the ground. Both parks maintain year-round availability for their premium accommodations, allowing guests to experience luxury outdoor stays regardless of season.
Visitors at these glamping resorts enjoy direct access to water activities at Pohick Bay, with kayak rentals available at the marina just a short walk from glamping sites. The parks feature extensive hiking trail networks, with Pohick Bay offering scenic waterfront paths overlooking the Potomac River. A visitor highlighted that "the park for kids is fun. The bathrooms are very clean... respectful neighbors on the campgrounds and clean sites." Beyond on-site recreation, these luxury camping destinations serve as ideal basecamps for exploring Washington DC's attractions, located just 25-30 minutes away. Little Bennett Campground, slightly further from Annandale, offers yurt accommodations with premium amenities for those willing to venture a bit farther for a unique glamping experience.
"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"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 $43 - $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"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!"
"Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. The other campers were all respectful and observed pet policy and quiet hours. I have a reactive dog and he did well here! We’ll be back!"
"Did I mention they were air conditioned during the hotest week of the summer! Bathrooms and showers were spotless.
Many things to see and do there."
from $27 - $65 / night
Check Availability"Close to me so theres nothing new"
"It is small, but the price and location near DC cannot be beat. It is directly on Potomac River. Tip: if you want a day pass, just show your REI receipt and you can get in for free"
from $15 - $18 / night
Check Availability"Only 5 sites have electric (2, 5, 18, 24, 25)but all 25 sites have water hookup. Weekends are some what noisy because of the games across the street in the park."
"Close to town but far enough to enjoy yourself. Bathrooms are clean and have decent showers."
from $10 - $45 / 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 Availabilityfrom $18 - $30 / night
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ScoutThese campground is a great find. The sites are well spaced, and while on the smaller side they’re very private with woods between each one. Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. The other campers were all respectful and observed pet policy and quiet hours. I have a reactive dog and he did well here! We’ll be back!
TravelerThere are some good things about this Famcamp. It's like a diamond in the rough. If the military would spend some time and money on it, it could be a great campground. One of the greatest points about this campground is its location. You are so close to downtown D.C.! Every RV site (as far as I saw) was a level concrete pad. All sites, except for tent sites, have full electricity. Most sites have sewer and water. Sites 12-18 should be mainly used for the smaller travel trailers. I had an interesting time getting my 35' 5th wheel into the site. Even though I got my RV into the site, I don't have much room for my truck. My site has a picnic table, fire pit, and a grill. Everything is rusted beyond repair. My grill was filled with cigarette butts and my fire pit had trash in it. There is some shade. My site has two trees at the front of the pad on both sides of the RV. My bedroom stays nice and cold and I have a good view for my Starlink in the rear. The sites are close to each other, but there is some space. The good thing is that we are surrounded by the golf course. You don't get much noise from the base, because of the location, and because the FamCamp is surrounded by trees. You can hear the busy road outside the fence but I don't hear it much inside the RV. Every once in a while you'll hear an aircraft... but this is an air base, it's expected. We were told the community laundry was not working and to use the base laundry mat. Finally, one of the best parts about the campground, is the lady at outdoor rec that is in charge of the Famcamp. She is very nice and helpful. She will try to assist you with anything you need from directions to useful tips.
GuideWe have found municipal campgrounds in Northern Virginia are a bit spendy for being government sponsored. Not as bad as South Carolina, but way more than Florida. Fine. Comes with the territory. 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!
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.
We're done with NOVA Parks campgrounds. Better cost options exist with Fairfax County Parks.
GuideWhat a gem! We found this place as an alternative to staying in DC during 4th of July festivities. Nice spacious sites, cabins were super clean and smelled great! Did I mention they were air conditioned during the hotest week of the summer!
Bathrooms and showers were spotless.
Many things to see and do there. Historic property, big lake (no swimming), boating, fishing, hiking. There is an Art Center with juried displays for sale.
LegendWe had another great stay at Cherry Hill Park in College Park, MD.
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. The site was just big enough for our motor home and Jeep. Full hook-ups with 50-amp service all worked fine.
If you’re visiting Washington, this is the place to stay. They offer a daily charter bus plus the Metro bus stops at the campground entrance. And if you have a car, it’s about 35-minutes drive time(maybe a bit longer with traffic).
To be honest, it’s a great place to stay even if you’re not visiting D.C. They have two swimming pools, a cafe, playgrounds, well-stocked camp store, delivery of firewood, ice, and cafe orders, and a concierge to help with travel and tourist sites.
The entire park is clean and well-maintained.
THINGS I ESPECIALLY LIKED:
1. Proximity to Washington, D.C.
2. Excellent condition and clean
3. Great staff to help with making the most of your stay
GuideGreat spot right next to the Rappahannock River, plenty of place to set up camp. Had water on site with a fire pit and picnic table too! It was super easy to get down to the water and there was plenty of spots to explore. Would definitely go again!
LegendHad a relaxing weekend here as our first trip of the season. Weather was pretty good but windy at times. We had 3 RVs in sites 12, 13, and 14 as well as 2 of the deluxe cabins. Our RV sites faced the large parking lot with dump station and registration building. Not an ideal view but it was okay. Site 13 had the best space. Site 12 was good too. Both had a concrete patio, great fire pit, and a round resin picnic table with 4 nice chairs. Site 14 was narrow and no patio. The area in the back had more wooded sites. They are expanding and creating more sites so there was some construction noise but that stopped by 4:30pm and not on the weekend. Campground was at capacity in the full hookup sites and seemed like it would’ve been noisy but it wasn’t. The cabins had a queen bed, 2 bunks, microwave and refrigerator and a small bathroom. That was a tight space but a bathroom none the less. There are bath houses too. Putt putt golf was free and they had a playground and bounce area for kids. There’s a pool that looked nice but not open yet and I saw an indoor basketball court sign. In season they offer a pancake breakfast most days and a small coffee shop. The store was well stocked with supplies, food, wine, and souvenirs and also offered coffee. Locally, you’ll find the town of Harpers Ferry, river rafting/tubing, and the Harpers Ferry brewery that has a gorgeous view and live music that’s just minutes away.
GuideGreat family or Couples getaway! 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. There was a fire pit and picnic table for every site. We had a great view of the river which was just a short walk away. You can walk down into the river or go up river some to go tubing! Overall we had a great time here and will come back again.
GuideGreat 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. 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). We got rained on the first night so things got a little muddy but nothing out of hand. Tons of free activities for the kiddos facilitated by the camp staff over the weekends. Face-painting, ice cream sundaes, S'Mores, hay rides and a rock wall. Park has a lot of things to do as well just outside the campground. We took a try at disc golf which was a lot of fun. Pet friendly. We'll be back!
Campgrounds near Annandale, Virginia range from basic tent sites to premium RV spots and yurt camping options. Most sites sit within 20-30 miles of the capital city at elevations between 200-400 feet above sea level. The climate features four distinct seasons with summer highs averaging 87°F and winter lows around 27°F, creating ideal camping conditions from April through October.
Disc golf course access: At Pohick Bay Campground, campers can play a challenging 18-hole course just steps from their sites. "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.
Hiking trails year-round: Burke Lake Park offers paved trails suitable for all skill levels with minimal elevation change. "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," reports Alexis.
Seasonal outdoor movie nights: Bull Run Regional Park hosts scheduled evening entertainment for campers. "They had a campfire complete with s'mores followed by hayrides. Great family friendly campground," writes Bridget H. The park also features scheduled weekend activities during peak season.
Water activities on the Potomac: Multiple sites provide river access for fishing and boating. "We stayed here at least 6 trips a year. Nice layout, not all sites are level (half). Staff are always nice and go out of their way to help," mentions Robert P. about his experiences at Pohick Bay.
Proximity to Washington DC: Many campers appreciate the short commute to major attractions. "Stayed here for 2w while visiting friends in Alexandria. Took me 25-30m 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," writes Josh J. about Pohick Bay Regional Park.
Clean, modern facilities: Bathroom cleanliness consistently receives positive reviews. "I'll go again just for the showers. 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," notes Yvonne B. about Bull Run's facilities.
Spacious campsites: Many campgrounds offer larger-than-average sites. "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," reports Ben G.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Leesylvania State Park Campground offers birdwatching along the Potomac River. "This campground was so pretty. It is small, but the price and location near DC cannot be beat. It is directly on Potomac River," comments Anne K.
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds near Annandale require advance booking, especially for weekend stays. Bull Run Regional Park enforces a "2-night minimum stay. Even mid-week. In APRIL for gosh sakes!" according to Stuart O., who also noted unexpected fees: "There are occupancy AND transaction fees that really add up if you're only there a few nights."
Noise considerations: Some campsites experience unexpected noise sources. "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," warns Drew M. about Bull Run.
Seasonal crowds: Family-oriented campgrounds become busy during school breaks and summer weekends. "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. Showers were clean and campsites seemed well maintained," reports Kelli T.
Variable site conditions: Many campgrounds feature uneven terrain requiring preparation. "My site had a slight slope, but was easily overcome using additional blocks on the low side to get the trailer level," explains Drew M.
Scheduled activities calendar: Cherry Hill Park maintains a consistent schedule of family events. "This campground has so much to offer. We loved it. Playground, Mini Golf, Swimming Pool, Hot tub, Basketball court, Snack bar on site, Nightly hayride," lists Beth R.
Nature scavenger hunts: Bull Run Regional Park offers educational programming for children. "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," shares Bridget H.
Kid-friendly campsite selection: Request sites near playgrounds for convenience. "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," notes Ben G.
Water park access: Multiple campgrounds feature splash pads or swimming areas. "The park for kids is fun. The bathrooms are very clean," notes one visitor, while Anne K. mentions "Pirate's Cove waterpark is definitely a highlight in summer" at Pohick Bay.
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds near Annandale have uneven terrain. "The sites are pretty close together but on the ends at least you only have a neighbor on one side. The landscaping, trees and site placement does help the esthetics," advises Scott C. about Little Bennett Campground.
Premium site amenities: Some locations offer enhanced RV sites with additional features. "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," shares Jonathan B. about Cherry Hill Park.
Connectivity limitations: Cellular and internet access varies significantly between campgrounds. "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. OTA TV was descent using an external omni antenna. There is no WiFi," details Ray & Terri F. about their yurt camping experience at Little Bennett Campground near Annandale, Virginia.
Loop selection strategy: Different camping loops offer varying experiences within the same facility. "D Loop is for RVs, A, B, C & E are tents only," explains Ray & Terri F. about Little Bennett Campground, while noting their site was "quiet, very spacious, level, and heavily wooded with 50A service, water and sewer hookup."
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