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Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management Area permits pets throughout its primitive camping area near Hedgesville, with basic toilets and trash collection available. Campers can access the 23,000-acre property via boat, vehicle, or hiking trails, though sites lack amenities like electric hookups or running water. Sites accommodate both tent and RV camping, with fire rings provided at designated spots. Fort Frederick State Park Campground, located 15 miles from Hedgesville, allows pets at all campsites positioned along the Potomac River. Campsites at Fort Frederick remain fairly close together, offering limited privacy for dogs needing space, but the riverside location provides excellent water access for pets who enjoy swimming.
The Western Maryland Rail Trail runs alongside McCoys Ferry Campground, creating excellent opportunities for dog walking and exercise during pet-friendly camping trips. Dogs must remain leashed on all trails and in campground areas to protect wildlife in the Sleepy Creek Management Area. The Potomac River access points at multiple campgrounds provide swimming opportunities for water-loving dogs during warmer months. Lazy A Campground in Hedgesville offers full-service sites with electric hookups and water access while maintaining pet-friendly policies. Camp Cacapon accommodates pets in both tent sites and cabins, a rarity as many cabin rentals prohibit animals. Most campgrounds maintain standard pet policies requiring proof of current vaccinations, proper waste disposal, and dogs to be supervised at all times. Harpers Ferry KOA, approximately 20 miles from Hedgesville, provides pet-friendly cabins and glamping options for those seeking upgraded accommodations while traveling with animals.
"Playgrounds, dog park, canteen, mini golf, jumping pillow, laser tag, pedal cars, gem mining are just some of the amenities. Very pricey during peak season."
"They also have a playground, petting farm, pedal cars, and sunflower fields."
from $99 - $471 / night
Check Availability"Pets are allowed. The fireflies at night along the creek were so relaxing"
"This KOA has a few 'petting zoo' animals and a quaint little diner! The folks here are very kind and we do wish we could have stayed a little longer to explore the beautiful surroundings."
"There is no privacy from adjacent campsites, but you are on the Potomac in sites 1 - 7.
Price 2023: $10 w interagency pass Usage during visit: Light during the week. 40% full on weekends.""We stayed at campsite 1 which had nice views of the river and a pretty good distance from neighbors. Closest site to the drop toilet and day use area portapots (very clean!)."
from $20 - $40 / night
Check Availability"There are four loops; two with no hookups and no pets allowed, one with no hookups that allow pets and one with electric sites that allow pets."
"My partner and our two dogs loved this campground! We were in the dogwood loop. Positives
* Big, immaculately groomed tent pads
* Mostly tent campers!"
from $23 - $29 / night
Check Availability"Added some more photos to show proximity to other sites. Great spot for some small hikes and history at the fort. There’s also tons of markers on the trails with history."
"My spot had a cool path down to the river. There aren’t really facilities other then a porta potty near the sites and there is a code to get into the gate."
from $15 - $17 / night
Check Availability"We set up camp at Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA Holiday as our launchpad to visit the historic sites in and around Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and Frederick, Maryland. "
"This 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."
from $40 - $80 / night
Check Availability"Beautiful place, tucked in the woods, right next to the river. The RV campsite is spacious, private, shaded, and with full hook-ups."
"Beautiful location right on the river. Meticulously maintained campground. Plenty of space for relaxing experience. Only two RV sites yet full hook up which is a rare find."
from $45 - $115 / night
Check Availability"Clean, great location to I81, friendly! I would stay here again."
from $35 - $43 / night
"I’ve lived in Hedgesville all my life and have camped around Sleepy creek lake many time. It’s not till recently that we’ve started overlanding that I’ve realized what a gem we have in our back yard."
"great place to disconnect. no cell service at all- bring a weather radio. campsites are nice and fairly private, wooded between them, many with access to the lake. lake is clear enough in some spots for"
from $10 / night
Check Availability"This campground is fantastic for kids and pets. Lots of wide open space to run and play. The owners are fantastic! So friendly and accommodating."
"Pet run newly put in. Owners are some of the best!!!!"
from $30 - $40 / night
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GuideWe stayed for 10 days in a rustic cabin. Campground is well organized and clean. Tons of activities and even a hiking path. Pet friendly with small dog park. We had civil war soldiers drilling and staying the weekend we were there. Bathrooms are super clean.
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.
GuideWe have a motorhome with no additional vehicle and two dogs, and this site couldn’t have been more perfect for us. A dog park, walking distance to most everything we wanted to see. The national park is mostly dog friendly. My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site. The staff was super friendly and welcoming.
LegendWe set up camp at Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA Holiday as our launchpad to visit the historic sites in and around Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and Frederick, Maryland.
We paid$114/night(average per night, including fees and taxes) for Site# 94. A bit pricey considering a lack of elbow room, but it’s a great location and everything is well-kept.
THINGS I LIKED:
Location, Location, Location! Close proximity to plenty of historic and tourist places to visit. The Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Visitor Center is literally next door. Harpers Ferry Lower Town and Bolivar Heights are a few minutes by car(or shuttle from the Visitor Center). Frederick and Antietam are each barely 30-minutes by car. Gettysburg, Baltimore, and DC are about an hour’s drive.
Clean and level gravel site with well-maintained utility hook-ups.
Great campground store filled with food, drinks, camp supplies, souvenirs, and essentials you may need while away from home.
Friendly staff in the office& store.
The whole park is quiet and well-maintained.
THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
Heads up, big rig owners! Our Pull-thru FHU Patio site(#199) had a serious slope. It was impossible to level my 45’ motorhome without elevating the front wheels dangerously in the air. The nice staff kindly moved us to a FHU site without the patio and furniture. And refunded the difference in price for the lesser site. Thanks for providing the move but ‘premium’ sites should be somewhat level, am I right?
Get cozy, the sites are quite small and tightly packed together.
A $3 per night“Pet Fee” for our small, mostly-indoor dog felt a bit like nickel-and-diming. I realize it only amounted to an extra$12, but he didn’t need any extra gravel.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
GuideOne of the best campgrounds I have stayed at so far the pond is nice and has a 1/2 mile walking path around it with trees and beaches to stop and sit dog park is big and has a place for small or large dogs there is 3 play grounds all different and all well kept
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.
RangerGreat campground for families. Large water park that goes to 3 ft. Playgrounds, dog park, canteen, mini golf, jumping pillow, laser tag, pedal cars, gem mining are just some of the amenities. Very pricey during peak season. We did the camp & store at about $50/night.
ScoutThis campground is far enough away from home but at the same time close enough for a weekend camping trip. Nice level spots for RVs. A pet area as well as a non-pet area. A lake with a beach, as well as being close to the AT. Close to Gettysburg as well.
Camping opportunities abound in the rolling hills of eastern West Virginia, where the Hedgesville area sits at approximately 600 feet above sea level. The Potomac River watershed creates numerous water-based recreation options throughout the region, with temperature ranges from 20°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Most campgrounds remain open from April through October, though several offer year-round availability for determined campers.
Trail hiking with dogs: Greenbrier State Park Campground provides excellent pet-friendly hiking opportunities with connections to the Appalachian Trail. "Hike from visitor center to AT is steep and rocky," notes camper Butch B., making it perfect for athletic dogs who need exercise during Greenbrier State Park Campground stays.
Fishing access: Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management Area offers multiple lakefront campsites perfect for anglers with pets. "Many sites with access to the lake. Lake is clear enough in some spots for swimming but is more ideal for fishing/paddling," explains reviewer Sue J., highlighting the 23,000-acre property's primary recreational draw.
Historic exploration: The region's Civil War history provides educational opportunities during pet-friendly camping trips. "The Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Visitor Center is literally next door. Harpers Ferry Lower Town and Bolivar Heights are a few minutes by car," reports Matt S. about staying at Harpers Ferry KOA.
Riverside relaxation: Camping along the Potomac River provides peaceful settings for campers with pets. "The sites at Fort Frederick State Park are situated right on the Potomac river. Very beautiful if I do say so myself," writes Daniel S., noting the appeal of waterfront camping at Fort Frederick State Park Campground.
Open play areas: Many local campgrounds feature expansive spaces where dogs can exercise safely. "This campground is fantastic for kids and pets. Lots of wide open space to run and play," reports Casey L. about Lazy A Campground in Hedgesville.
Water access for swimming dogs: Several campgrounds offer river or lake spots where pets can cool off. "Campsite is right on the water and you fish if you want to," mentions Jeremy C. at McCoys Ferry Campground, noting the Potomac River accessibility that makes hot-weather camping with dogs more comfortable.
Seasonal water availability: Water systems at some primitive sites may be unreliable. "Technically there was water available but it was questionable," notes Adeline M. about McCoys Ferry Campground, highlighting the importance of bringing your own water for pets during summer stays.
Cell service limitations: Many campgrounds in the region have spotty connectivity. "No cell service at all - bring a weather radio," warns Sue J. about Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management Area, which can complicate emergency planning when camping with pets.
Busy summer weekends: Popular camping areas fill quickly during peak season. "The beach by the lake is PACKED every weekend with day trippers," Sarah K. explains about Greenbrier State Park, suggesting mid-week visits for those seeking quieter pet-friendly experiences.
Adventure options: Families can combine camping with educational opportunities. "The fort is very cool, and exhibits are great," says Sean M. about Fort Frederick State Park, making history accessible for children during pet-friendly camping trips.
Swimming spots: Lazy A Campground offers creek access perfect for family cooling off. "It has a creek for swimming or wading at your own risk," explains Erica M., providing natural water play areas that both children and dogs can enjoy during hot weather.
Campground amenities: Camp Cacapon provides excellent facilities for family camping trips. "The pavilion was nice and spacious, and it protected us from rain during dinner," reports Snezana H., highlighting how proper facilities enhance comfort for families with children and pets.
Site selection: RV campers should research specific sites before booking. "Site 7 was on the water and was the most 'remote'. Unfortunately, everything was so overgrown, we had no view of the river whatsoever," warns Dare To Everywhere about McCoys Ferry, emphasizing the importance of current site information.
Hookup verification: RVers should confirm utility connections before arrival. "All sites are basically waterfront, nice quiet campground with water access and a boat ramp," explains Adeline M., noting the appeal of waterfront sites with hookups for pet-friendly camping near Hedgesville.
Accessibility challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult access roads. "Potholed dirt road coming up, a sedan can make it through but will have to take it slow," cautions Vicky M. about Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management Area, presenting potential challenges for larger RVs with pets onboard.
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