Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Swanton, MD
Nestled at the edge of Deep Creek Lake in the picturesque mountains of Western Maryland, Swanton offers a variety of camping options that cater to all outdoor enthusiasts. For RV campers, the Deep Creek Lake State Park provides full-hookup sites amidst towering pines and serene lake views, making it an ideal base for fishing, hiking, and watersports. Tent camping aficionados will find idyllic spots at both the Swallow Falls State Park and the nearby campground along the banks of the Youghiogheny River, where the majestic waterfalls and lush forests create a tranquil retreat from the modern world. Adventurers looking for solitude can explore dispersed camping in the adjacent Monongahela National Forest, where natural clearings and secluded settings offer a chance to immerse oneself in nature. The area's rolling hills, vibrant wildlife, and abundant trails make Swanton a fabulous destination for those seeking a combination of relaxation and adventure. With its breathtaking geography and diverse camping options, Swanton is the perfect launchpad for outdoor activities in any season.
Big Meadows Campground is part of Shenandoah National Park in Virginia (1 hr 3 min east of Harrisonburg, VA) with an elevation of 3,601 feet. There are a total of 214 campsites including 49 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of March to the end of November. 165 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 85 feet. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $30.00 to $75.00. Some amenities include shower, laundry facility, picnic table, restroom, firewood, ice, pay telephone, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Rohrbach Group Campground is part of Antietam National Battlefield in Maryland (just 23 min south of Hagerstown, MD) with an elevation of 523 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of November. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Spring Gap Campground in Allegany County is located just 13 min southeast of Cumberland, MD with an elevation of 564 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 20 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $10.00 to $20.00. Some amenities include boat ramp. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Mccoy's Ferry Campground in Washington County is located just 27 min west of Hagerstown, MD with an elevation of 401 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $20.00 to $40.00. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite Campground in Allegany County is located 35 min east of Cumberland, MD with an elevation of 529 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $10.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite Campground in Montgomery County is located 34 min east of Cumberland, MD with an elevation of 435 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $10.00 to $20.00. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Antietam Creek Campsite Campground in Washington County is located just 29 min south of Hagerstown, MD with an elevation of 297 feet. There are a total of 20 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $10.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Blackwater Falls Campground is part of Blackwater Falls State Park in West Virginia (1 hr 36 min southeast of Morgantown, WV) with an elevation of 3,115 feet. There are a total of 65 campsites including 2 cabins. The campground is open all year. 42 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $36.79 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, laundry facility, restroom, ice, pay telephone, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
McCollum Campground is part of Coopers Rock State Forest in West Virginia (just 18 min east of Morgantown, WV) with an elevation of 2,112 feet. There are a total of 25 campsites. The campground is open all year. 23 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 24 sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $34.91 per night. Some amenities include shower, general store, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Rhododendron Campground is part of Coopers Rock State Forest in West Virginia (1 hr 37 min south of Pittsburgh, PA) with an elevation of 2,112 feet. There are a total of 25 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. Max equipment length is 18 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $32.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom, gift shop. Activities include hiking trails.
Shenandoah River Campground is part of Shenandoah River State Park in Virginia (46 min south of Winchester, VA) with an elevation of 719 feet. There are a total of 62 campsites including 18 cabins. The campground is open all year. 33 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 31 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has electric hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $359.00. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Sky Meadows Campground is part of Sky Meadows State Park in Virginia (31 min southeast of Winchester, VA) with an elevation of 799 feet. There are a total of 18 campsites including 7 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. Max equipment length is 104 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $20.00 to $105.00. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails.

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