Last Updated on October 29, 2020 by Dean Anderson
Rated as one of the best places to live in the USA. Maryland is also a popular destination for vacationers. They flock here to enjoy miles of waterfront, great summer activities, and world-famous blue crab dishes.
There are lots to love about Maryland. Yet, you haven’t experienced the best of the Mid-Atlantic until you’ve spent some time at these campgrounds in Maryland.
1. Assateague Island National Seashore
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: this pristine island is an amazing get-away-from-it-all destination for camping in Maryland.
Pitch your tent on the beach or alongside the bay, or bring your RV for a more comfortable stay. There are over 300 sites to choose from. Each has its own water point, picnic table, grill and basic bathroom.
The wild horses are only one of the attractions you will find here. You can hike among the dunes, fish or put your feet up while admiring the salt marshes and prolific birdlife.
2. Blue Hill Farm in Clarke County
With only one campsite on offer, Blue Hill Farm offers a level of privacy that you don’t often encounter when camping. Your hosts provide firewood, toilet facilities, and water. The rest is up to you.
Nearby attractions include local breweries, wineries, Shenandoah National Park and Sky Meadow Park. You can bike, boat, fish, hike, paddle, climb and swim during your stay or explore the surroundings on horseback.
3. Cherry Hill RV Park
Cherry Hill Park offers tented and RV camping in Maryland, close to Washington D.C. This gives you the benefit of big-city action as well as outdoor fun during your trip.
There’s plenty to do at this established campground. Facilities include 2 swimming pools, a splash park, hot tub, sauna, tractor rides and mini-golf. Daily sightseeing tours in the surroundings or into the city are also on offer.
If you feel like a night off from campfire cooking, enjoy a bite to eat at the Star Cafe instead.
4. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Campgrounds in Maryland
The Maryland version of this campground franchise lives up to the reputation of its peers in every way. Located near Hagerstown, in the scenic foothills of western Maryland, Jellystone Park offers a host of activities for youngsters.
There’s a splash park, mini-golf, laser tag, and Bootcamp Ninja. More adult-oriented attractions include visits to the historic Antietam National Battlefield or hikes along the Appalachian Trail.
This campground offers a selection of campsites according to the degree of luxury you prefer. A snack shop and laundry add to the convenience.
5. Cunningham Falls State Park, Thurmont
If you want to head for the woods during your vacation, you can take your pick from 180 sites at this pristine destination.
A 43-acre lake provides plenty of opportunity for swimming, fishing, and boating. Children love hanging out with their peers in the playgrounds and you can also hunt, hike to the falls, and picnic on the grounds.
Camping in Maryland state parks is well organized. You can expect clean, well-kept grounds, electrified sites, and good ablutions.
6. Meadow Land
Imagine wide open spaces and privacy with views over the forests of Hawkwood Farm. With only one bookable campsite, you have these wide-open spaces all to yourself.
Bring a tent, firewood and all your provisions for this gentle introduction to no-frills camping among the meadows below the Catoctin mountain range. Hike among the trees to see wildlife and birds, fish, go climbing, or join your hosts for a guided tour of the nearby sites.
7. Bayshore Campground
This Chesapeake Bay campground offers comfortable camping close to East Neck Island. Beautiful sunsets are the order of every day at this lakeside property where you can enjoy a range of amenities during your stay.
Boating, fishing, and swimming are popular pursuits. Playgrounds, basketball and volleyball courts give the youngsters a chance to mingle with their peers. Water and electric points are on hand as well as ablution blocks with showers.
8. Ramblin Pines Campground
This long-established campground near Baltimore offers over 190 sites with full RV hookups. Cable TV is available, although you’ll prefer to spend time enjoying the daily activity program or enjoying the amenities.
At Ramblin Pines you can swim, fish, hit the gym, challenge your fellow campgrounds in the games room, or enjoy a round of mini-golf. All the attractions of Baltimore are just 30 minutes’ drive away.
9. Elk Neck State Park
This vast 2,188-acre park has marshlands, beaches, bluffs, and rivers to explore. Boating, fishing, and hiking in this scenic environment are the most popular activities in Elk Neck State Park.
Picnic shelters are set up for day visitors and those who wish to stay overnight have 300 campsites to choose from. Not all these have electrical power points. Most of the sites have dense tree cover, so solar power is not a good option for your camping trips here.
10. Bar Harbor Campground
Expect amazing ocean views from this immaculate campground close to Acadia National park. Apart from the natural attractions of this national treasure, you can a range of activities in the area thanks to the free shuttle service. These include:
- Whale watching
- Bike trails
- Canoeing and kayaking
- Beach activities
- Amusement parks
- Museums
- Awesome seafood dining
At the end of the day, Bar Harbor Campground welcomes you with a heated pool, hot showers and electric points at all the campsites.
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Campgrounds in Maryland can be a great introduction to roughing it in the great outdoors. Check our website for more information on the best places to pitch your tent in the USA.
Whether you’ve been camping for years or have recently decided to take it up, you’ll find all the information you need to plan your trip. We have reviews on all the best gear and loads of handy tips to make your stay comfortable too.
Eight years ago, I took a risk and left a miserable office job to follow a lifestyle career that involved my love for the great outdoors. I’ve taken my love for camping, hiking and travel to the next level by running my small campground with a friend near Portland, Oregon. It’s for way less money but this has truly been a dream come true and the running involves lots of family and friends.
The next evolution of that was to get online and start allcampingstuff.com. At our campground, I spend a lot of time setting up camping equipment for customers and disposing of the garbage products they leave behind. If I can help just a few people with advice on good camping gear, then this website venture will be worth it.
So, if you want to avoid the duds and spend your money wisely you’ve hopefully come to the right place.
