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Harpers Ferry / Civil War Battlefields KOA provides dedicated pet areas across their full-service campground with tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and glamping accommodations. The campground maintains a welcoming approach for campers traveling with dogs while offering amenities including drinking water, electric hookups, showers, and trash service. Nearby, Berryville Berries campground accommodates tents and small RVs with pets allowed throughout their primitive sites situated along a creek. Both locations enforce standard leash policies to maintain safety and cleanliness for all guests. Pet waste disposal stations are available at developed campgrounds, though campers at more primitive sites should bring their own waste bags. Most campgrounds in the region permit up to two pets per site with additional pets sometimes allowed for a nominal fee. Campers reference The Dyrt for top tips on camping near Summit Point, West Virginia.
Several trails throughout the area welcome leashed dogs, particularly along the Potomac River where Watermelon Park Campground offers direct river access for pets and owners. Berryville Berries features a flowing stream where dogs can cool off during summer months, making it a popular choice for families camping with pets. The camping spots at this location are spacious with plenty of trees providing shade during hot weather. Harpers Ferry Campground's riverside location provides additional water access, though pet owners should be aware of occasional fast currents. During peak summer months, early morning or evening walks are recommended to prevent paw pad burns on hot surfaces. Local pet supply stores can be found in nearby Winchester and Berryville, with emergency veterinary services available within a 30-minute drive of most campgrounds.
"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"This hike takes you well above the town settled in West Virginia. While some points are pretty steep don’t let this deter you from completing it. The trail is well maintained, marked, and exciting."
"Harper's Ferry is a little town in WV nestled right next to the Potomac River. It's also a convenient halfwayish point on the Appalachian Trail."
"Unfortunately, it is located right on a major highway. This means there is easy access, but the traffic noise is less than ideal. But the gem of this place is the management and staff!"
"No restaurant within walking range so have food on hand. There are a few places that will deliver but the food is a 5 out of 10 at best. Hwy 81 is right next door so you will hear road noise."
from $38 - $77 / night
Check Availability"It is a nice campground, decent and clean facilities and a nice location near the river. Price is a little high considering there is no sewer hookup (dump station is on site)."
"Well maintained and owner was around everyday doing work on the property and was friendly."
from $60 - $150 / night
Check Availability"With easy access off major roadways and a short drive from Winchester, VA, you can get whatever you need and then be back in the woods in no time."
"My family and I (three boys and three dogs) love camping here!"
from $50 / night
"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"All the sites are very open and run along the multi-use trail. People are constantly walking, running, and biking by."
"Pretty standard campground—the perks are it’s location to nearby attractions and the river/creek. It depends on what you’re looking for—easy camping and proximity to Antietam and Harper’s? Golden."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Overall 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."
"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"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
Check Availability"Parking is in a locked lot steps away from trail head which leads to campsites about a mile away. Campsites are in a wooded area of park well away from other park attractions so it's very quiet."
"But you have to drive up to the main building, register, go back to the overnight lot, put in the gate code, hang the lot tag on your mirror, and hike in to the site."
from $21 - $112 / night
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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.
GuideBeautiful views. Adjacent to a working farm where cows, sheep, llamas, chickens and roosters can graze next to the campsites.
The grounds were beautifully manicured and incredibly clean.
It also had the largest dog park area of any campground I’ve ever seen.
Very nice pool, friendly staff and firewood available for purchase. They will even deliver right to your site.
Very close to downtown Luray, which has great shops and restaurants. There is a very nice 2 mile long walking trail, the Luray-Hawksbill Greenway, near the campground that will take you right into town.
Also close by to some excellent hiking, wineries, breweries and distilleries.
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?
ScoutThis campground is very close to Luray Caverns and all that they have to offer. There is also a Duke's of Hazzard themed museum and store where they do live music on weekends nearby, it's called Cooter's. This campground is very small but quiet. It does border cow pasture land so when the wind shifts you get the smell but it wasn't constant and it wasn't unbearable. They have 2 swimming pools and a very large dog park. The bath houses were clean and well maintained. I would definitely recommend this campground.
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.
RangerThe hike that leads to the lookout about harpers ferry was fantastic. This hike takes you well above the town settled in West Virginia. While some points are pretty steep don’t let this deter you from completing it. The trail is well maintained, marked, and exciting. It is filled with tons of history and when you walk across the bridge from the town be looking out for all the locks on the bridge that have been left behind by other avid hikers
GuideUsually go camping with a Little Guy teardrop trailer, but with the current state of the country, didn’t feel comfortable with sharing bathroom facilities. We booked Yurt #1. It was fantastic. The place was spotless, well equipped kitchenette, grill, fire pit, comfortable beds. We loved our neighbors the sheep, goats and llamas. Checking in was easy, with the keys and map at the office. Park was clean and well maintained. Dog park is great. Wonderful way to start coming out of quarantine. Great hiking nearby.
Camping areas near Summit Point range from small riverfront spots to larger state parks, all situated within the rolling hills where West Virginia meets Virginia. This area receives approximately 43 inches of rainfall annually, creating lush forests and vibrant waterways perfect for outdoor recreation. Most campgrounds in the region sit at elevations between 400-800 feet above sea level, offering moderate temperatures throughout the camping season.
Hiking on the Appalachian Trail: Access points to the AT can be found near Sky Meadows State Park Campground, providing both day hikes and longer treks. "Harpers Ferry is a beautiful place to hike, camp and visit. Highly recommended!" writes Annie S., who particularly enjoyed the park's trail system.
Tubing and water activities: The Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers offer cooling respites during summer months. "Cheap tube rentals with busses that take you 2-3 miles up the road and drop you at boat landing. Bring your own tubes and have a camp member drop you off as well," notes Matt S. about Watermelon Park Campground.
Historical exploration: The region contains significant Civil War battlefields and historic towns. "I hiked in while it was raining, and the mud wasn't as bad as I'd feared," reports Reba H. about accessing Sky Meadows State Park's historic areas. "During the day I saw/heard SOOO many birds on the South Ridge Trail and found a bear track after the Cpt. Morgan Trail."
Fishing access: Multiple campgrounds provide river frontage for fishing enthusiasts. A visitor at Brunswick Family Campground mentioned, "Nice boat loading ramp and dock for fishing. Half the campground are shaded with trees and half are in more of an open field."
Creek-side campsites: Small streams provide natural cooling and ambient sound. "Camped right by the creek and couldn't have asked for more!" writes Adam B. about his experience at Berryville Berries. The campground's creek-side spots are particularly appreciated during hot summer months.
Riverside views: Campers consistently mention the peaceful setting along local waterways. "This campground is adjacent to a very large, very busy train yard. It's not bothered me but you should be aware. The campground is also right on the Potomac, easy to get to, reasonably priced, and the sites are spacious," notes Dale Y. about Brunswick Family Campground.
Secluded camping: Some spots offer greater privacy than others. "This camping area has all the feel of being remote and isolated, but it's actually in very short range of all the amenities you'd ever need," explains Chris E. about Berryville Berries, adding that despite feeling remote, you can "get whatever you need and then be back in the woods in no time."
Well-maintained facilities: Clean campgrounds rate highly among visitors. An Elinor review of Greenbrier State Park Campground notes, "Bathroom facilities were close enough and had hot and cold water, showers, flush toilets, and showers. All were spotless."
Train noise: Several campgrounds sit near active rail lines. "The train tracks behind the campground with a train going through day and night," reports Maggie A. about Harpers Ferry Campground, though she adds, "For me it's a minor inconvenience and my daughter, who even as a baby, slept through it."
Site spacing varies significantly: Some locations offer spacious sites while others are more compact. "We were in the Dogwood loop. Positives: Big, immaculately groomed tent pads. Mostly tent campers! Almost all sites were nice and shaded," notes Sarah K. about Greenbrier State Park.
Crowding during peak seasons: Many public areas become congested during summer weekends. A reviewer at Greenbrier State Park mentioned, "The staff really make sure the traffic is circulating and organized during the weekend when it's crazy busy!"
Water quality considerations: Some campgrounds have mineral-rich water. "The only reason it lost a star is that the water has sulfur. It smells and it stained our brand-new toilet," notes Adam and Suzanne B. about Lazy A Campground.
Playgrounds and activities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated recreation areas. "Great campground for families. Views of river and mountain towering above campground on opposite side," writes Matt S. about Watermelon Park Campground, adding, "Nice playground that they plan on expanding."
Swimming options: During hot weather, water access becomes crucial. At Antietam Creek Campground, Casey L. appreciated that "The river is beautiful and it's nice being so close to cool historical stuff," though she warned that bathroom maintenance could be inconsistent during busy periods.
Open spaces for play: Many families appreciate room for children to run safely. "This campground is fantastic for kids and pets. Lots of wide open space to run and play," writes Casey L. about Lazy A Campground, where the owner "would even deliver all the firewood to guests at their campsites before they arrived."
Cabin options for beginners: First-time campers might prefer cabin accommodations. Amy R. described Lazy A's cabin as "12x8... had everything we would need for a quick trip. There are 2 twin beds, a small fridge with freezer, trash can, microwave, coffee pot and AC."
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the mountainous region have uneven terrain. Brian P. mentioned about Harpers Ferry KOA that "Only thing I didn't care for is the sites are pretty close together and some of the back-in sites are not very level."
Access road considerations: Some locations have narrow approach roads. Brian J. noted about Watermelon Park Campground that "the road in off of US 7 is pretty narrow" and "not all sites have picnic tables."
Hookup arrangements: RVers should note variable hookup placements. Dale Y. observed at Brunswick Family Campground that "Many sites share a power pole and water faucet, but they are well situated."
Dog friendly campgrounds near Summit Point: Most area campgrounds welcome pets with standard restrictions. "My family and I (three boys and three dogs) love camping here!" writes a reviewer about Berryville Berries, calling it "a great place to unplug and D-stress!"
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