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Austin
3 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
Lovely spot with great views. Amazing for a relaxing weekend. Peggy (the host) was very sweet and welcoming. Would love to stay again.
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Brianne
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Peggy's land was beautiful! Peggy was easy to communicate with and super helpful. I would absolutely recommend this spot! We will go back again!
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Katie
October 2025
30 ft travel trailer
With kids
Our experience with this farm was a bit different than most people’s stays, as we’re an organization that supported a family in need by placing our transitional housing camper here for 28 days. From the moment we arrived, Seth and Stephanie were incredibly warm and welcoming, giving the family the space and grace they needed to heal and transition during a difficult time.
The farm was absolutely the perfect setting for this season of life. The open fields and natural views provided a peaceful, restorative environment that you simply can’t find in more traditional settings. There’s something deeply healing about being surrounded by nature and wide-open spaces.
The kids were entertained watching the chickens, geese, turkeys, and sheep wandering about the property. These simple joys made such a meaningful difference during their stay and created sweet memories during a challenging transition.
I would highly recommend this spot to anyone traveling through the area, but also to locals who want a new taste of their own community. This farm offered our family something truly special - a safe harbor and a chance to experience beauty and peace during a time they needed it most. Seth and Stephanie’s kindness and the tranquil setting made all the difference.
Thank you for opening your property to families like ours!
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John
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Tent camping @ Hipville was excellent. The area was well maintained with many paths cutting across the property. The water level was a bit low for effective fishing, but we dropped some lines anyway.
There was very limited prepared wood available when we arrived, and we needed to acquire more in the morning (not a difficult prospect).
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Lynn
October 2025
Tent
With pets
This is a glorious, pristine farm w/ complete privacy & seclusion. I was the ONLY camper during my 2 nite stay. Peggy came out of her house to kindly greet me, then left me alone to pick anywhere on her 8 acres i wanted to set up. Nothing was off limits. Was in a yurt w/ 2 dogs they ran around like they owned the place. She was always avail however. Just a text, phone call away or even a holler up the hill. She had a huge burn pile ready for me to use but it was too windy & I set my tent up too close-so no campfire-boo my bad! Property consists mostly corn fields, a lovely pond, a barn & hog house. Lots of green mowed grass. Not totally level (somewhat hilly) but flat enough to set up camp. Lovely willow, maple, locust & walnut trees. The sun set over the pond in a blaze of color. Barn swallows graze the pond & a ground hogs munch dinner. Deer if you're lucky. Bring binoculars! There were ZERO mosquitos. I loved that Peggy was attune to my needs & happy to help without being nosy/overbearing. I felt a real kinship as she runs the place by herself & it's absolutely perfect. She's the real deal-a true blue hard-working farm woman. Empty Cupboard Farm is only a few minutes from all the shopping you'll need but private enough you can't hear a sound at night but cows, owls & crickets. At the top of farm is the infamous Red Door & tons of chestnuts to roast. Its very easy to find, very easy access in. Run, dont walk to EMPTY Cupboard Farm for a FULL renewing spiritual experience.
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Willow
October 2025
Christopher
October 2025
15 ft travel trailer
Spent the weekend camping at the Main Barn at Redemption Springs Farm and what a unique experience it was. This is a working farm with healthy sustainable and natural farming methods. There are a lot of chickens, ducks and turkeys on this farm, with a couple of chatty geese and a sheep. Seth greeted us and he and his family could not have been more welcoming. It's a working farm so you could see them out and about caring for the animals or helping people at their farm store they run (really good food available for purchase, made sure to load up before leaving, plus you don't need to bring everything with you). Seth took time out to talk to us about their farming methods, the heritage breeds they have selected and raised and what goes into the produce they sell. It's a lot of fun watching the birds wandering around the farm as they are completely free range. They'll come near your campsite but will leave you alone but have no fear of humans so you can really watch them up close. The farm is very pretty, good camp site behind the barn, there is electricity, you can use a hose pipe for water if you need it, or use their natural spring water. There's wood for sale, eggs so fresh because they were laid that morning and so on.
The location is only a few minutes from Westminster if you need city type things, but you can't tell out on the farm, you feel like you're way out in the country, no traffic noise or anything.
It was a very relaxing place to stay, will definitely return!
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Susan
October 2025
20 ft campervan
GREAT time here! Soooo quiet and peaceful. Peggy is a great hostess. Her daughter helped me when I arrived and Peggy talked to me later. Definitely want to stay here again!
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Linda
September 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With kids
This was a perfect overnight weekend for the grands and us. Only an hour from DC we slept under the stars in the pasture where heritage chickens, turkeys and ducks freely roam. We ate delicious eggs and sourdough bread from their farm. Don’t miss getting tickets for the farm tour. Seth is a perfect host farmer!
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Kevin
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
Another great stay here. Awesome site, super clean! Can’t say enough good things about Ben’s place. Will be back again for sure
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Vicki
September 2025
22 ft travel trailer
With pets
Excellent place with a lovely creek for fishing and Hooper the friendly dog and his human Ben visited to make sure all was well. Loved all the walking trails and stream fishing. Our dogs had a blast too!
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Stacey
September 2025
31 ft Class C
With pets
This was a very peaceful place to stay. The 20 amp power suited our needs just fine. The little store on site had super fresh milk by the gallon and great snacks and treats for our dog and tons of meat options to purchase. Seth and his beautiful wife Stephanie were delightful and they have a little boy who was beyond adorable.
Added bonus: There’s a sheep that wanders around who thinks he’s a dog. His name is Aiden. He loves head scratches.
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Janet
September 2025
Tent
With pets
We had a great stay at Fiddlers Green Farm on the Hipville campsite. The site was private, spacious, shaded, and right along the creek…perfect for relaxing and exploring.
Our kids loved wandering the trails and exploring the property. They spotted blue herons, heard the resident owl, and had plenty of space to roam. One of the biggest highlights was Hopper, their sweet dog, who visited often and even acted as our trail guide.
The portapotty was clean and well stocked and Ben was a friendly, responsive host. The kids are already asking when we’ll be back—highly recommend!
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Riley
September 2025
Group trip
There were a lot of thoughtful touches, the kitchen had everything we needed, and the backyard was really nice. The hot tub was clean enough and worked well and the fire pit was lovely. The place felt a lot bigger than the pictures implied! The hosts communicated well enough, except missing the text that one of the two toilets was broken.
Other notes: It is really three, full- or queen-sized beds + one very small mattress above the bed in the basement. It could technically fit 7 people if everyone shared beds except one small person, who slept on the small mattress above. The basement bathroom was iffy, with only a small spray of water in the shower, a toilet that didn't work while we were there, and a door that doesn't fully close.
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Erin
September 2025
Tent
With pets
We had a great weekend by the stream with the kiddos and family. Beautiful spot and farm.
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Peter
September 2025
Tent
Excellent trip!! Peggy met me when I got there and she said I can set up anywhere out around the pond. Had a great peaceful night. Would come back for sure!
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Owen
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
Nice spot, there’s a free range dog who was really nice.
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DeAnne
August 2025
10 ft campervan
With pets
We really love this campsite. Beautiful view of the creek! We had no trouble driving our Eurovan into the site. Our dogs had a great time as well!
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Brittany C
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Our little family of 5 had the most amazing 6 nights of camping at this slice of paradise! We have 3 sons, 1 6 and 8- it was the perfect setting for them to feel free and safe! What an incredible spot, the campsite is large so there’s plenty of room to spread out your gear and the creek was the best bonus! The campfire was my favorite part, Kenny’s market has plenty of wood to stock up on! Trust me, this one won’t disappoint!
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Anne
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Always a great time! Go for a hike on the trails. It’s lovely.
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Other options near Silver Spring
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Where to go
Catoctin Mountain Park
Sitting on the northeast end of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Catoctin Mountain Park is home to over 25 miles of hiking trails, historical sites, and camping. The park offers multiple campgrounds with tent sites and unique historic cabins and dorm rentals. Find the state’s largest waterfall along the Cunningham Falls Nature Trail, or journey through the half-mile loop Charcoal Trail to learn about the region's charcoal-making history. The west side of the park provides quiet and secluded trails where campers can traverse the Catoctin National Recreation Trail filled with historic colonial sites.
Gunpowder Falls State Park
Sail the scenic shoreline of Gunpowder River at Gunpowder Falls State Park. Sitting an hour northeast of Silver Spring, Gunpowder Falls—one of Maryland’s largest state parks—provides campers with six areas of outdoor adventure. The Hammerman Area in Middle River provides pavilions, playgrounds, picnic areas, and a swimming beach, as well as the nearby Dundee Creek Marina where boaters can access a boat launch, fuel, and rentals. Lack of on-site camping requires campers to plan ahead and explore the surrounding campgrounds, cabin rentals, and vacation cottages.
Prince William Forest Park
Venture across the border of Virginia to Prince William Forest Park. Covered by a canopy of trees, the peaceful park welcomes hiking, biking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. Picnic areas offer day-use options, while overnight campers can choose from tent sites, RV sites, backcountry camping, and cabin rentals. Note that the grounds are dry sites only, and there are no hookups for RVs or trailers. The Chopawamsic Backcountry Area is perfect for secluded serenity, though campsites only hold two tents maximum and no campfires are allowed.
When to go
Silver Spring welcomes campers year-round to enjoy the changing seasons and lavish landscapes. Late spring, summer, and early fall bring temperatures in the high 70s and 80s, ideal for campers wishing to hit the water and sleep under the stars. As cooler temperatures approach, catch the artistry of nature at work in the unforgettable fall foliage. Winter weather sees average highs around 40°F and lows that drop below freezing overnight from late November to March. Experience with cold weather camping is highly recommended, or a cabin rental for a snowy stay.