The best dog-friendly camping near Dover

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In Dover, camping with your pets isn’t just possible—it’s practically the local pastime. Over 1,200 pet-friendly sites dot the area, with nightly rates starting at $20 and an average around $55. You’ll find sites where dogs can roam, campfires are allowed, and toilets are close by. Some spots even offer trails for horseback riding, chances to watch wildlife, and swimming holes to cool off. Local favorites stand out: Kingsley Orchards, LLC (229 reviews) is known for its open fields and quiet mornings, Bellview Farm (111 reviews) draws campers with its shady corners and friendly hosts, and Huck and Buck Farm Sanctuary (106 reviews) gives you a chance to meet rescue animals. Pack up the lead, grab your gear, and explore Dover the way locals do—by sleeping under the stars with your furry mate by your side.

95% (1.2K) 232 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Dover

The Unplugged Forest

1. The Unplugged Forest

94%
(9)
32mi from Dover · 1 site · Tent, RV
Welcome to the Unplugged Forest of Mason Dixon Outfarm. Located on the Delmarva Peninsula, the Unplugged Forest offers a rare blend of history, nature, and privacy, for you are the only one enjoying the space. We sit directly on the Mason–Dixon Line, marked by an original 1764 historical stone dividing Federalsburg, MD and Bridgeville, DE. Though just five miles from either town, the forest feels completely secluded. Our farm spans 41 acres. Thirty-one acres hold our homestead, while the remaining 10 acres, your camping sanctuary—sitting along side a dirt road, separated by a peaceful non-tidal creek. This setting allows you to unplug while staying close to popular destinations like Easton, St. Michaels, Cambridge, and Ocean City, MD, as well as Milford, Milton, Rehoboth, and Lewes, DE all within an hour. We’ve intentionally created an off-grid, calming nature experience. You’ll be surrounded by forest, open farmland and abundant wildlife. Native gardens, fruit & nut trees and herbs were planted near the tent areas in September 2024, offering beauty and a deeper connection to the land. Enjoy thoughtfully placed gathering spaces throughout the forest, including a whimsical Forest Tea Party area and Uncontained, our cozy repurposed shipping container—perfect for reading, board games, or shelter during a summer pop-up thunderstorm. A nature -made hammock area amongst tall pine trees is perfect for afternoon naps and are provided by us (7) Fire-pit seating, picnic tables, a charcoal grill, and a propane cooktop are also available. Walk the short Jeremiah Dixon & Charles Mason Trail, a path similar to one they would have taken in the 1700s. Follow it through the forest and across the creek to our homestead, where you can place one foot in Maryland and one in Delaware at the historic Mason–Dixon marker beneath an old wild cherry tree. Before heading back, stop at the main farm gate to visit our friendly goats—Dixie, Dolly, and Star. Come rest, wander, and reconnect—for this calming experience is where time slows and nature leads.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
$55
 / night
Givens Pond

2. Givens Pond

100%
(2)
42mi from Dover · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
50 acres with 30-acre private pond, 11 RV lots 7 of which are full time occupied by water ski club. Lake has good catch and release fishing, swimming, and paddle sports. Sites have water and 30amp electric hookups. Sites are all east facing with beautiful morning sunrise and afternoon shade. Close to hiking and biking trails and 45 minutes to Delaware and Maryland beaches. Lots of wildlife on property including bald eagles, fish hawks, blue heron, otter, and many land animals with almost daily deer sightings. Close to Nanticoke River and Phillips Landing boat ramp. Area hosts several fall festivals, 5-K events, mini and full triathlons, several historic areas of interest including very first Mason-Dixon marker and Harriett Tubman underground railroad tour.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$54
 / night
MuddyHillFarm

3. MuddyHillFarm

32mi from Dover · 1 site · RV
A short drive to the Atlantic beaches of DE and MD. Ocean City, MD for all the Board Walk has to offer to the Outlet Malls in Rehoboth to the quieter old world like Milton DE. Converted horse paddock offers a raised stone parking area. 50 amp hook-up {mandatory as we like our quiet:-) } Please call ahead for approach directions as the driveway is tight off the narrow street. I have moved our 24' trailer in and out with a bit of work. Pull in and blind side to the elevated gravel pad
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
from 
$80
 / night

In Dover, camping with your pets isn’t just possible—it’s practically the local pastime. Over 1,200 pet-friendly sites dot the area, with nightly rates starting at $20 and an average around $55. You’ll find sites where dogs can roam, campfires are allowed, and toilets are close by. Some spots even offer trails for horseback riding, chances to watch wildlife, and swimming holes to cool off. Local favorites stand out: Kingsley Orchards, LLC (229 reviews) is known for its open fields and quiet mornings, Bellview Farm (111 reviews) draws campers with its shady corners and friendly hosts, and Huck and Buck Farm Sanctuary (106 reviews) gives you a chance to meet rescue animals. Pack up the lead, grab your gear, and explore Dover the way locals do—by sleeping under the stars with your furry mate by your side.

95% (1.2K) 232 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Dover

The Unplugged Forest

1. The Unplugged Forest

94%
(9)
32mi from Dover · 1 site · Tent, RV
Welcome to the Unplugged Forest of Mason Dixon Outfarm. Located on the Delmarva Peninsula, the Unplugged Forest offers a rare blend of history, nature, and privacy, for you are the only one enjoying the space. We sit directly on the Mason–Dixon Line, marked by an original 1764 historical stone dividing Federalsburg, MD and Bridgeville, DE. Though just five miles from either town, the forest feels completely secluded. Our farm spans 41 acres. Thirty-one acres hold our homestead, while the remaining 10 acres, your camping sanctuary—sitting along side a dirt road, separated by a peaceful non-tidal creek. This setting allows you to unplug while staying close to popular destinations like Easton, St. Michaels, Cambridge, and Ocean City, MD, as well as Milford, Milton, Rehoboth, and Lewes, DE all within an hour. We’ve intentionally created an off-grid, calming nature experience. You’ll be surrounded by forest, open farmland and abundant wildlife. Native gardens, fruit & nut trees and herbs were planted near the tent areas in September 2024, offering beauty and a deeper connection to the land. Enjoy thoughtfully placed gathering spaces throughout the forest, including a whimsical Forest Tea Party area and Uncontained, our cozy repurposed shipping container—perfect for reading, board games, or shelter during a summer pop-up thunderstorm. A nature -made hammock area amongst tall pine trees is perfect for afternoon naps and are provided by us (7) Fire-pit seating, picnic tables, a charcoal grill, and a propane cooktop are also available. Walk the short Jeremiah Dixon & Charles Mason Trail, a path similar to one they would have taken in the 1700s. Follow it through the forest and across the creek to our homestead, where you can place one foot in Maryland and one in Delaware at the historic Mason–Dixon marker beneath an old wild cherry tree. Before heading back, stop at the main farm gate to visit our friendly goats—Dixie, Dolly, and Star. Come rest, wander, and reconnect—for this calming experience is where time slows and nature leads.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
$55
 / night
Givens Pond

2. Givens Pond

100%
(2)
42mi from Dover · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
50 acres with 30-acre private pond, 11 RV lots 7 of which are full time occupied by water ski club. Lake has good catch and release fishing, swimming, and paddle sports. Sites have water and 30amp electric hookups. Sites are all east facing with beautiful morning sunrise and afternoon shade. Close to hiking and biking trails and 45 minutes to Delaware and Maryland beaches. Lots of wildlife on property including bald eagles, fish hawks, blue heron, otter, and many land animals with almost daily deer sightings. Close to Nanticoke River and Phillips Landing boat ramp. Area hosts several fall festivals, 5-K events, mini and full triathlons, several historic areas of interest including very first Mason-Dixon marker and Harriett Tubman underground railroad tour.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$54
 / night
MuddyHillFarm

3. MuddyHillFarm

32mi from Dover · 1 site · RV
A short drive to the Atlantic beaches of DE and MD. Ocean City, MD for all the Board Walk has to offer to the Outlet Malls in Rehoboth to the quieter old world like Milton DE. Converted horse paddock offers a raised stone parking area. 50 amp hook-up {mandatory as we like our quiet:-) } Please call ahead for approach directions as the driveway is tight off the narrow street. I have moved our 24' trailer in and out with a bit of work. Pull in and blind side to the elevated gravel pad
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
from 
$80
 / night

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