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The Bloomington, Maryland area contains several established campgrounds set among the forests and waterways of western Maryland and neighboring West Virginia. Savage River State Forest offers primitive camping with sites spaced far apart along streams, while nearby state parks like Deep Creek Lake and Swallow Falls provide more developed facilities with electric hookups and shower buildings. Campers will find tent sites, RV camping with electric hookups, and cabin rentals throughout the region. Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake offers lakeside camping with boat access, picnic tables, and fire rings, while Middle Ridge Campground provides full-hookup sites for RVs and glamping options.
Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, with Deep Creek Lake State Park open from April 15 to December 15, and Swallow Falls open April to December. The primitive sites at Big Run State Park and Savage River State Forest remain open year-round but may have limited access during winter months due to snow and ice conditions. Several campgrounds require reservations, especially during summer weekends when waterfront sites fill quickly. Roads in Savage River State Forest are paved, but reaching some of the more remote sites may require careful navigation. "Deep woods, privacy, great stream - my favorite kind of camping because it feels like you are all alone," noted one visitor about Savage River State Forest.
Water access represents a significant draw for campers in the area, with many highly-rated sites positioned along streams, rivers, and lakes. At Big Run State Park Campground, sites adjacent to the stream offer natural water sounds and fishing opportunities, while locations near the reservoir provide easy canoe and kayak launching. Visitors commonly mention the privacy between sites at Savage River State Forest as a major benefit. Several reviewers highlight the family-friendly atmosphere at Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake, noting amenities like a playground in each camping loop, ranger-led activities, and hiking trails with well-marked blazes. The campgrounds closer to Cumberland tend to be more developed with full hookups for RVs, while those deeper in the forests offer more primitive experiences with greater seclusion.
"This was a beautiful state forest, with two state parks sort of bordering it (Big Run & New Germany). The roads were all paved which was nice."
"Very remote western Maryland Appalachia. Sites are right off park road, are huge, rustic, and spaced very far apart from other sites. River runs along the sites."
"It is not near a main highway unless you call Route 50 through Romney a main highway. It is west of town up a curved mountain road. It is on the top area of "Middle Ridge" mountain. "
"Very positive experience."
"Camp site(Tent camping) Camp site was pretty small and close to each other. The forest where the camp site was situated was beautiful."
"Lots of touristy things around the lake, then you drive by lots of vacation homes on the lakeshore and then you pull into the camp and you feel like you are miles away from all that stuff."
from $21 - $65 / night
Check Availability"New Germany State Park is a pleasant location with a small lake for swimming and kayaking, as well as numerous trails in the wooded mountains of western Maryland."
"New Germany State Park is situated in Garrett County Maryland. The park has a small lake, a few trails, and two camping loops."
from $18 - $117 / night
Check Availability"General: Smallish (68 sites) campground near Jennings Randolph Lake, which is not directly accessible from the campground (you need to drive there)."
"Drinking water right next to the site (37) as well as a trail to a restroom - I think there's a shower on the other loop/section. 22 for a basic (non-electric) tent site."
from $22 - $60 / night
Check Availability"Thirdly, the campground was so close to the nature that we wanted to see. We went to see the falls and they were within walking distance from our campsite. Overall, it was an awesome place to camp."
"Camp ground was just a few minute drive away from the entrance to the trail. Trails were easy enough for kids. Camp site itself was nice and clean but felt a little too close to each other."
from $22 - $33 / night
Check Availability"This is one of my favorite Western Maryland hideaways. The best spots are in the woods adjacent to the stream. You can set up your camp chair and enjoy the creek sounds."
"You have to know what you're getting here - there ARE campsites with amenities, near water and bathrooms, but not all of them have the amenities. "
from $10 - $55 / night
Check Availability"Rocky gap is one of my favorite parks to camp in Maryland! It is right along a great lake, where you can swim, fish, kayak or just lay about. The camp store is well stocked and the staff is friendly."
"The beach at the lake is not far away for any loop."
from $23 - $29 / night
Check Availability"Had my wedding 2022 at Jennings picnic area and then after that spent the whole weekend away from everyone and everything!"
from $10 - $30 / night
Check Availability"Me and a small group of friends stayed here for a weekend and we had a blast it was so peaceful we where right next to the river and had some great trails too hike on."
"Great stay at a well located spot. Beautiful and quiet. Don was very helpful with any request that we had. Would return again. Thanks Don."
from $35 / night
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ScoutThe owners are friendly and te store is stocked and makes great camping/diner food. Well priced, and easy to get around. Bathrooms are solid and clean, with fast hot water!
ScoutThe campground is a nice size with enough space between sites to feel as though you have some privacy.
We reserved site 4 online but someone had set up there when we arrived. Site 6 was open and it had a better view anyway and was farther away from the toilets, so we didn’t mind.
The boat launch is right there which we planned to paddle board in the morning, but got rained out. The river looks really nice and clean though.
Tables and fire pits are a great size. We saw some gorgeous stars as there isn’t any light pollution.
It’s only half hour from Berkeley Springs, so fill up your spring water for free there and then come enjoy the campsite!
Will definitely return.
TravelerThis was my second time staying at Greenridge in my twenty foot Dodge Ram RV van. This was a convenient first stop on my trip to Yellowstone NP. I arrived mid afternoon on a Saturday in August and there were plenty of sites available.
The sites are spaced apart and while I could see other sites were occupied as I drove to mine, I did not see or hear other people the entire length of my stay.
The dirt road leading to the site was well maintained and in good shape despite recent heavy rain.
The site was just few miles from the highway, making it easy for me to continue my journey the next morning.
LegendThis quiet campground has plenty of wooded campsites that offer privacy to campers. We were in the electric loop and it can be a bit tight if your rig is larger, and also you need to be prepared to level your rig in several different directions. But all in all, it was a great spot for an overnight day and we even got to check out some of the trails. Very nice park overall.
GuideGreat experience; would absolutely go back. Lucked out with weather being warm enough for swimming at the beginning of fall. Campsites set back from the road and separated by decent stands of trees from each other.
Four of five stars because designated tent pad and portions of the rest of the site (River Loop 4) were gravel over poured concrete and therefore impossible to properly stake a tent. In general, sites were spacious and well separated from neighbors. I would probably avoid River Loop sites 9 & 10, as they back on to the restrooms and have all-night light shining in.
GuideThe spots are spread out and the trees are beautiful. The people are so nice. The drive in is tight narrow lanes. We stayed one night at #49, pull through with water and electric, no sewer. We booked #43 but Becky moved us to 49 cuz it’s more level.
ScoutSuch a hidden gem! Beautiful place. Great host! Just what we were looking for
ScoutWe stayed 2 nights. People are very nice. Bathrooms and Laundry are clean.
Spaced spots surrounded by the forrest. Some trails directly from the camp.
TravelerStayed one night. Close to Fallingwater and Fort Necessity. The campsite was terrible; close to water and buggy, steep grade required lots of blocking to level the camper and challenging to hook up to the vehicle. Thick canopy kept Starlink from working. The worst part was the bathrooms. The one closest to our spot had no hot water. So we had to walk about a half a mile to two other restrooms and showers within 100 yards of each other. Makes no sense. Anyway, both bathrooms were filthy, had paint peeling everywhere, lots of black mold growing on the ceilings, growing everywhere. No place to hang clothes while taking a shower. One of the two toilets in each of the men’s room was probably 3 feet off the ground. Made for giants I guess! And good luck finding the visitor center. It’s hidden from view and parking is terrible. You’ll have to walk 150 yards from the nearest point of the parking lot to find it. To walk there from the bus and RV parking, add an additional 1/4 mile each way. Be aware that the visitor center store does not accept credit cards. Cash or check only. Who does that? It’s 2026 Pennsylvania!
Camping sites near Bloomington, Maryland spread across elevations between 1,500 and 3,000 feet, creating microclimates that can be 10-15 degrees cooler than nearby cities. Winter snow affects access to primitive sites at higher elevations from December through March, with primitive campgrounds requiring careful preparation. Roads to remote camping areas often remain open but aren't plowed regularly during winter months.
Kayaking and canoeing access: Savage River State Forest offers excellent paddling opportunities during summer months. "If you want a good primitive camping experience this place is great. Only $10 a night and you're supposed to only have 2 cars and 6 people at a single site but the rangers don't really care much as long as you're not causing trouble. There's multiple boat ramps, and from one end of the reservoir to the other on a kayak is about 2 hours," notes one Savage River State Forest visitor.
Cross-country skiing trails: New Germany State Park maintains groomed trails from December through March when snow conditions permit. "The park is very popular amongst cross-country skiers in the winter, especially since they have full-service cabins and a warming hut by the lake," explains a camper at New Germany State Park Campground.
Fishing from shore: Big Run State Park provides stream and reservoir fishing access with designated spots for shore fishing. "Stream was incredible and lively with trout and crayfish. So quiet and very little traffic. Tons of space between sites. Water and dump station is 10 minutes up the road at New Germany State Park," reports a visitor at Big Run State Park Campground.
Site privacy levels: Campgrounds offer varying degrees of seclusion. At Middle Ridge, "the sites are actually in a wooded area not just a big field. Each site has full hookups. We will definitely return," notes a camper at Middle Ridge Campground. This family-owned campground provides walking paths and unique amenities.
Tent pad quality: Many campsites feature level, well-maintained tent pads. "I gave it a 5 star for many reasons. First the campground is clean and made us feel like we were in a forest not just a campground. Secondly, the tent sites were completely level with no need to worry about rolling down a hill in my sleep, I slept great," explains a visitor to Swallow Falls.
Water temperatures: Lake and stream swimming options vary widely in temperature. "The lake had some pools deep enough to sit in and get fairly wet," reports a Savage River camper, while another notes that New Germany's "small lake was perfect for swimming, and the hikes around the campground were beautiful."
Limited cell service: Many campgrounds have minimal or no connectivity. "No cell service. Beautiful forest. Be prepared for mosquitoes and gnats," cautions a Savage River visitor. At New Germany, reviewers note there is "very little to no cell phone reception in the park, so combined with the lack of hookups, this is definitely an unplugged, 'connect with nature' type of camping experience."
Campsite permit enforcement: Rangers actively monitor permit compliance at certain locations. One Savage River camper reports: "Woke up to a police officer telling me that although he knew very well the site delineation was very ambiguous, he had no choice but to give me a citation for camping in violation of my permit, which is no less than a criminal offense in MD. Officer admitted regularly ticketing campers this way."
Seasonal facility limitations: Bathhouse availability varies by season. A Rocky Gap visitor explains: "We were told there were regular bear sightings and there were bear boxes at each site; we saw many deer but not a single bear. Each site also had a fire ring, lantern hook (but you would need to be much taller than me to reach it!), and very generous sized picnic table." The Rocky Gap State Park Campground facilities change based on seasonal staffing patterns.
Animal viewing opportunities: Several parks offer safe wildlife observation areas. "The owners were amazing family people who were so polite and helpful! They provided daily checks to see if we needed anything such as firewood, which they brought directly to our campground. We have three children who absolutely loved petting and feeding Mules and Donkeys!" shares a Middle Ridge Campground visitor.
Designated swimming areas: Beach access rules are strictly enforced at most locations. "We brought paddle boards and the lake was perfect for paddle boarding. Note that you cannot swim anywhere outside of the roped swim areas. It was a hot day and we found a great shallow area and decided to take a dip and the lifeguards came out on boat and kindly told us we could not swim," reports a Rocky Gap visitor.
Recreation facilities: Many parks maintain family-focused amenities. At Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake, "there is a playground in each loop. Did have some noisy neighbors- loud music. Hiking trails around the campground were nice," according to one visitor, while another notes it's "a great place to camp. Make sure to bring bicycles for your kids to ride around the loop."
Road access constraints: Some campgrounds have challenging approach roads. One Lee D. at Robert W. Craig warns: "We approached the campground from the southeast through the town of Keyser. DO NOT do this if you have a large RV. There are multiple signs saying that the road was not safe for large trucks; although our 18-foot camper van had no problems, the road was narrow, hilly, and winding."
RV site leveling: Many sites require minimal leveling. "Used lot 73 for a 26ft hybrid camper. Fit perfectly! It was flat, large, clean and right by the creek. The kids loved playing in the water. Very quiet and relaxing! Many other sites/options for 26ft ish size camper," notes a Big Run State Park visitor.
Electrical hookup distribution: Limited power sites require advance planning. At Swallow Falls State Park Campground, "We stayed on site #40 in the Garrett Loop. It is one of only three FHU sites in this loop (the rest are primitive tent sites). The site was level, spacious, beautifully shaded, and convenient to the bath house," explains a visitor, highlighting the scarcity of powered sites.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Bloomington, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, Bloomington, MD offers a wide range of camping options, with 163 campgrounds and RV parks near Bloomington, MD and 14 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Bloomington, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Bloomington, MD is Savage River State Forest with a 4.6-star rating from 18 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Bloomington, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 free dispersed camping spots near Bloomington, MD.
What parks are near Bloomington, MD?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 24 parks near Bloomington, MD that allow camping, notably Jennings Randolph Lake and Youghiogheny River Lake.
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