- Mechanicsville
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
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98% Recommend31 Ratings · 21 reviews
Recommends
· March 2026
Tent ·
Waterfront Tent Or Small RV
Site is exactly as pictured. There are two adjacent sites on both sides, which were empty during my visit and I enjoyed my solitude as a solo camper. Someone did drive past on their 4-wheeler but it wasn’t a problem. Shane’s communication was great. He was able to promptly answer my questions prior to booking and also took the time to reach out to me after seeing the road condition to ensure I had an adequate vehicle to make it to the site. Would 100% recommend and I will return. Thankful for the opportunity.
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Michael V.
1 year on Hipcamp
Highlight for us was sleeping near the water, seeing billions of stars, and hearing all the different birds communicating in the morning. However, you must go prepared with your own water, toilet, and electric sources. It’s really was a gem for us.
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Shirlette H.
2 reviews
Recommends
· December 2025
Beautiful riverfront campsite
Tent · Group trip ·
Waterfront Tent Or Small RV
This site is a lively maintained and isolated site. Unfortunately our scheduling wouldn’t let us stay the night, but Shane allowed us to check in early and enjoy the property for the day. I would love to come back and camp overnight soon.
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Mohammad N.
11 months on Hipcamp
Beautiful spot, will be back! Right amount of space for me and my pup. Cute little beach access and gorgeous foliage in the fall. Stunning sunset/rise and great wildlife - cranes, hawks, and bald eagles!
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Rachel W.
3 reviews
Great spot for camping and fishing. We had three tents and a tarp and had a ton of room. Caught a couple of perch and bullhead. Easy instructions to get to the place which felt nice and remote. Great sunset views as well. Watch your step around the banks as high water at some point did some serious erosion. The owner has a set up steps to get down to the beach, which were very helpful. Also if you’re planning on having a fire you may want to bring some wood ahead of time. There is a bunch of ash and some oak around the property that the owner was gracious enough offer up to us, but much of it was older and rotted. Some other reviews mentioned the drag strip nearby which you can hear (along with the occasional shotgun blast from hunters), but neither of those things really bothered us. Country store nearby with coffee, beer, liquor ice and gas. About 90 minutes from DC (no traffic). Closer to 2.5 hours if you leave DC at 3pm during the week. Overall a great spot if you’re looking for a quick weekend getaway from the city.
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Josh F.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Waterfront Tent Or Small RV
We had a wonderful time in this campsite ! The view of the water was serene, the campsite itself expansive and the instructions clear. Shane was responsive and communicated everything clearly. We had a beautiful weekend. Definitely recommend!
Gavriela B.
7 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
Perfect Peaceful Waterfront Spot
Tent · With pets ·
Waterfront Tent Or Small RV
Shane’s water view spot is absolutely amazing. We were going to go to Assateague, but decided to ditch the long OSV line and sold out camp reservations. Instead we got our own little Assateague. Clean spot, and very quiet. Shane was also very helpful in terms of amenities. We will stay here again
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Wynton C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent ·
Waterfront Tent Or Small RV
We had an amazing weekend camping right by the water. The site is clean, spacious, and offers beautiful lake views - waking up to the sound of nature was unforgettable.
Cooking by the fire with steak and corn made the experience even better, and taking our inflatable boat out on the lake was so much fun.
Overall, it's the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. Highly recommended, and we'd love to come back
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Marvin A.
1 year on Hipcamp
Great spot - will be booking again! Shane was very communicative and despite this being somewhat remote, it was very easy to get to. Clear driving instructions, etc. Perfect.
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Peter F.
2 reviews
We had an amazing time camping on Shane’s land! The property is spacious, peaceful, and extremely clean. It was the perfect spot for our family to relax and enjoy nature. The river nearby was a highlight — we spent hours fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Shane was friendly and checked in to make sure everything was going well. We couldn’t have asked for a better way to celebrate the 4th of July. Highly recommended for anyone looking to disconnect and enjoy a quiet outdoor getaway!
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Argenies G.
4 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Lovely spot in nature by the water!
Tent · Group trip ·
Waterfront Tent Or Small RV
Lovely spot in nature by the water! The turtles are the highlight!
Will come again!
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Kaja W.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Waterfront Tent Or Small RV
I loved camping at this location! Great view and peaceful. I’m definitely camping here again.
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Johnnyrhette H.
4 years on Hipcamp
Excellent site. Cleared and clean nice view of the river. Tree configuration makes for a nice group of hammocks. Will be back.
Host was very communicative and prompt to respond.
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Apr O.
11 reviews
Great location and nice property. Shane was very accommodating and we enjoyed the nice Adirondack chairs. Will definitely come back!
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Tyler H.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent ·
Waterfront Tent Or Small RV
The site was very private and very peaceful! Lots of open space to set up your tent and chairs facing the water for relaxing! I was able to easily get to the little beach front with my paddle board and get onto the water and enjoy the day. I will definitely be camping here again!
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Dale A.
2 reviews
The campsite is great, with water right in front. You can camp and fish at the same time. At night, you can see the whole sky full of stars. We fished all night last time and will definitely come back.
**Pros:** Lots of firewood, water in front, fishing and camping together.
**Cons:** Since the campsite is near the water, you can sometimes hear boat engines and ATVs from nearby properties.
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Loc T.
4 reviews
Mixed feelings
· March 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Waterfront Tent Or Small RV
The site is beautiful, lots of nice water view and plenty of room. Keep in mind there’s no fire pit just a barrel and no picnic table. We were kept up most of the night by loud atvs going up and down the road, even coming on to the site to talk to us around 1 am. We were then woken up by the police around 6 am bc the owner of another property thought that we might be trespassing. We indeed were not, the police and neighbor let us be but we were still awoken to flashlights being pointed at our tents. I know the host of the site cannot control these things, but $150 for a group of 8 camping that wasn’t even able to get a good nights sleep is outrageous.
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Aj C.
3 reviews
Recommends
· December 2024
Tent ·
Waterfront Tent Or Small RV
Really great view and area to set up tent. instruction on arriving to the property was very easy to follow
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Debbie D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
1 m pop-up camper ·
Waterfront Tent Or Small RV
Absolutely amazing!!!!! Shane was a great host and very responsive!!! Planning the next trip soon!
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Darryl B.
6 reviews
We have stayed at a few Hipcamp sites and this is by far the most stunning property!! Private with gorgeous views of the river, perfect sunset spot, and amenities like free firewood, 4 Adirondack chairs, and the owner Shane was great and even brought us a solo stove to use. My husband and I, our son, and 2 dogs had a wonderful stay here and I would recommend it to anyone. Can’t wait to go back!
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Anne B.
5 reviews
Beautiful location ! Even more stunning than the photos! Make sure you ask for arrival instructions. Can be a little hard to find but well worth the adventure
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Aisha W.
2 reviews
Location
Mechanicsville, St. Mary's, Maryland, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Shane M.
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