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Top-rated campgrounds
99% (421)
Top-rated campgrounds
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Matthew
November 2025
Tent
With pets
Even with the rain the night we got there or when leaving, I'd RECOMMEND THIS TO EVERYONE. I loved it. The site was nice and level. It was peaceful. And the scenery all around was great. I can't wait until I can go back again.
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John
November 2025
25 ft travel trailer
Beautiful views and total solitude, will definitely camp there again.
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Renee'
October 2025
23 ft travel trailer
With pets
We stayed on site one. Had water and electric. It was on a hill where we could look out and see beauty in all directions. It was so quiet, without environmental noise, that it took us a little bit of time to adjust to not being overwhelmed from the outside world. Great place to lay back, take walks, and enjoy the land, the animals, along with the stars at night. Curtis was pleasant as a host. He stopped by but wasn’t too intrusive. Thanks!
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Daniel
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Hunters Park at Mezza Luna Farm was awesome. We stayed in the T1 site. Plenty of room for multiple tents and cars. There's firewood for sale right by the site, which was very convenient. There was an outdoor sink at the site, which was nice (though in colder months the water is shut off). There's a porta potty that was very clean - maybe the cleanest portapotty I've ever seen.
The farm is beautiful with lots of horses to see. You're allowed to go visit them in the stables. There's plenty of paths to walk around the property if you want to go on a hike. Keith came by to visit - very friendly and welcoming.
One family in our group had a couple small children. They did fine and loved seeing the horses. Damascus is very close by - easy access to groceries if you need anything.
We'll be back again!
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Jeffrey
October 2025
22 ft campervan
This place is perfect! It ticked all the boxes for us. We only passed through and stayed for one night. It's definitely the type of place you should enjoy for a while.
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Bonnie
October 2025
35 ft fifth wheel
Just a beautiful 360 view with beautiful sunsets. Love watching the cows. Peace and quiet.
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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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George
October 2025
31 ft Class C
It was the perfect spot- private, beautiful farm & Curtis flew i. to see us! Literally- in his plane.
10/10 would absolutely recommend
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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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Curt
October 2025
28 ft travel trailer
Very peaceful, beautiful view. Loved hearing the farm animals in the morning. Will go back another time.
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Kim
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Absolutely loved our stay! We recommend and would love to visit again.
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Steve
September 2025
Tent
We have stayed at Willow’s Farm 3 times now. It is one of our favorite places to camp on our way to see family. It is peaceful and serene with every detail well thought out.
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maria
September 2025
9 ft pop-up camper
With pets
A huge place just to ourselves
The dog got to run all the time there .
Very peaceful with all the amenities except for the toilet
For a dog lover this is paradise
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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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Dennis
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
Amazing views from the top of this site, very private which worked out well for us 6 guys. Host welcomed us and was great.
Very clean, nice fire pit, electric was 10 feet from fire pit, ground was very flat which was perfect for tenting.
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Bob
September 2025
28 ft travel trailer
Fantastic site. Very quiet and peaceful. We really enjoyed our stay.
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Noelle
September 2025
Tent
With pets
The campsite was lovely and clean. Keith was an amazing host and very helpful!
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Mary
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Our group of nearly 30 people (including 20 kids!) had the most incredible time at this horse farm campsite. It was truly out-of-this-world perfect! The property is beautiful, peaceful, and full of fun things to do, but what really made the experience special was Keith, the owner. He is so kind, welcoming, and helpful—he went above and beyond to make sure everything was just right for us.
The kids loved every minute, from exploring the farm to visiting the horses, and the adults couldn’t have asked for a better setting to relax and enjoy time together. It’s rare to find a place that works so well for such a big group, but this farm was absolutely perfect.
We’ve already decided this will be an annual event and can’t wait to be back next fall. Highly, highly recommend!
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Kevin
September 2025
30 ft travel trailer
We really enjoyed ourselves it was a peaceful and beautiful property. We spent 3 nights here just to getaway and hope to go back again. Even got to see a plane take off and land. Curtis introduced himself asked if there was anything we needed and let us know he is always available. Excellent host!
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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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The best ranch camping near Silver Spring guide
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.