9 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Lake Fairfax Campground welcomes pets across its 60 gravel sites with electric hookups, though none offer water connections at site. Bull Run Regional Park and Pohick Bay Campground also accommodate pets in their RV sites, tent areas, and cabins. Campsites at Lake Fairfax provide fire rings and picnic tables, while the exceptionally clean bathroom facilities include private toilet/shower combos large enough for families with pets. Dogs must remain leashed throughout the campgrounds. Sites along the tree line (numbers 30, 33, and 35) offer more privacy for tent campers with animals. The campground layout places some sites close together, which may affect pets sensitive to nearby activity. Most tent sites near the lake have slight slopes but remain comfortable.
The wooded trails surrounding Lake Fairfax Park provide excellent walking paths for leashed dogs, with multiple hiking and mountain biking routes accessible directly from the campground. Fairfax County parks maintain strict pet waste cleanup requirements with disposal stations available. The campground's proximity to Great Falls National Park (approximately 3 miles away) offers additional dog-friendly hiking opportunities. Cherry Hill Park in nearby College Park, Maryland provides more extensive pet amenities with full hookups for RV campers traveling with dogs. During summer months, the water park adjacent to Lake Fairfax campground operates with lights and activity that may disturb noise-sensitive pets, particularly at sites near the skate park. Greenbelt Park Campground offers a quieter alternative with primitive tent camping suitable for dogs seeking less stimulation.
"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
"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)."
"There's plenty of room around the camper, and although there are other campsites and cabins nearby, the trees provide a lot of separation."
Available next weekend
from $43 - $100 / night
"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."
Available next weekend
from $37 - $170 / night
"Though you are close to highways I don’t recall hearing and noise. I love that they have shuttles to DC., walking trails and a large dog park."
"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. "
Available next weekend
from $999 / night
"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."
"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."
Available next weekend
from $20 / night
"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."
"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."
Available next weekend
from $26 / night
"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."
"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."
TravelerClose to washington as we could get. Could also park our skoolie bus which was nice and had plenty of close by shower with bathrooms. Keep in mind only one shower per restroom house. We stayed at a pretty slow season so it wasn’t bad. Would recommend if visiting DC! They also have a dump station and water fill up.
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.
GuideSpent two nights while we saw the Avett Brothers play at Wolf Trap. Nice flat site with power. Campground was quiet and clean. The only negative is communication and signage. It took us a couple wrong turns to find our site and when we came back, after the concert around 11, the entrance gate was closed and we had to sneak in through the exit gate. Asked the next day and they said that is what campers do to access the park after 11pm.
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.
GuideThis is a great camping spot. The sites aren’t too close together and the hosts are very friendly. The only reason I gave it four stars is because we are near a highway so you can hear cars throughout the night. But the crickets make up for it by being as loud as possible. With the fees, it cost $25 for a non-electric site and with access to showers after a long trek I was happy to pay.
RangerWe stayed at Redemption Springs to get relatively close to Baltimore without bringing our 30ft travel trailer into the city. Seth and the other gentlemen I spoke with were all extremely accommodating. Enjoyed learning about their approach to restorative farming and purchasing a variety of treats at the farm store. Beef, pork, chicken, seasonings, baked goods, and more. We booked on Hipcamp and recommend following his driving instructions. Our rig fit fine by tuhe main barn and they kept an eye on us going in and out to make sure we didn't have issues making any of the turns. Lots of farm life!
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.
Lake Fairfax Campground in Reston sits within a 476-acre park at an elevation of 361 feet. The campground operates from March 22 to September 7, offering 60 gravel sites. The surrounding area features mixed hardwood forests with oak and hickory trees providing ample shade during summer camping sessions.
Mountain biking trails: Lake Fairfax Park offers designated biking paths accessible directly from the campground. As camper Amy B. notes, "A lot to do: mountain bike trails (horses and walking, too); wooded hikes with water along the trails, skateboard park, BMX park, Water Park near the campground, fishing, & canoeing)."
Water activities: Pohick Bay Campground provides water-based recreation options including boat rentals. "Boating in summer from kayaks to motorboats," mentions Anne K. The campground sits on the Potomac River, allowing campers to fish or paddle directly from the park.
Historical sites: The Vienna area contains significant Civil War landmarks within driving distance. At Bull Run Regional Park, Tom C. explains, "The park is located in the middle of suburbs close to manassas va... check out the old battle fields and buildings that housed troops during civil war. Very cool stuff."
Campsite privacy: Certain campgrounds offer more secluded options. At Oak Ridge Campground, Tana S. notes, "Sites varied greatly in size. Some seemed entirely too close, others spread apart." This diversity allows pet owners to select sites based on their animals' temperament.
Clean facilities: Regional parks maintain high standards for bathrooms and shower facilities. "Five stars for the restroom facilities. Bright, large, clean and very well maintained," reports Tana S. about Oak Ridge Campground.
Proximity to DC: Animal-friendly camping near Vienna provides convenient access to national attractions. Josh J. states about Pohick Bay, "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."
Site reservation requirements: Most area campgrounds require advance booking, especially during summer months. For Greenbelt Park Campground, Crystal C. explains, "Reserve online - this is a NO CASH facility which means you CANNOT pay upon arrival so you will have to do so online."
Noise considerations: Several campgrounds experience ambient noise that may affect sensitive pets. Drew M. mentions about Bull Run, "Camp ground is nice. 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."
Water access limitations: Not all sites provide water connections. At Burke Lake Park Campground, Tom C. points out, "The camping spots are primitive no running water or electricity at your campsite but they do have communal bath house with water, restrooms and showers."
Activity planning: Schedule around organized events at pet-friendly campgrounds. Ben G. notes about Little Bennett Campground, "They 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."
Site selection: Choose locations based on facility proximity and terrain. According to Ben G., "We got a site on the inner loop and it backed to the playground and the bathhouse. The site was spacious." Level sites provide more comfortable stays with animals.
Seasonal considerations: Summer camping brings additional crowds and activities. Erin W. observed at Lake Fairfax, "There is a waterpark that is an extra cost which is fun for kids. Bathrooms are well maintained and huge." These facilities become busier during peak summer weekends.
Hookup availability: Cherry Hill Park offers the most comprehensive services for RVers with pets. Beth R. lists the amenities: "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."
Site leveling: Many RV sites in the region require adjustment for proper setup. Ray & Terri F. report about Little Bennett, "The sites are quiet, very spacious, level, and heavily wooded with 50A service, water and sewer hookup."
Dump station access: Plan waste disposal around facility availability. At Prince William Forest RV Campground, Megan K. notes, "I had a 30amp hookup with no issues. They also have up to 50amp full hookups. All of them looked well maintained."
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