Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Potomac Beach, VA
Nestled along the scenic banks of the Potomac River, Potomac Beach, VA, offers a range of camping options that cater to both adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts. For RV lovers, the nearby Big Meadows Campground presents spacious sites surrounded by the lush greenery of Shenandoah National Park, providing amenities like electrical hookups and easy access to hiking trails. Tent campers can enjoy the tranquil landscape at Westmoreland State Park, where wooded sites lay just a stone’s throw from sandy riverbanks, perfect for fishing and swimming. For those seeking a primitive experience, dispersed camping is permitted in certain areas around the expansive nearby national forests, where you can immerse yourself in the serene wilderness and enjoy breathtaking views of the Potomac and its wildlife. The region's geography showcases rolling hills, vibrant marshlands, and rich biodiversity, making it an ideal backdrop for outdoor activities such as kayaking, hiking, and birdwatching. Whether you prefer the comforts of an RV or the simplicity of a tent or dispersed site, Potomac Beach is a delightful destination to connect with nature and explore the beauty of Virginia's countryside.
Big Meadows Campground is part of Shenandoah National Park in Virginia (1 hr 13 min north of Charlottesville, VA) with an elevation of 3,601 feet. Big Meadows Campground is rated 4.5 stars from 1,897 reviews. There are a total of 215 campsites including 50 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, drinking water, accessible, laundry facility, picnic table, restroom, trash dumpster, firewood, ice, pay telephone, and flush toilets. Activities include biking and hiking trails.
Assateague Island Campground is part of Assateague Island National Seashore in Maryland (49 min east of Salisbury, MD) with an elevation of 0 feet. Assateague Island Campground is rated 4.6 stars from 2,295 reviews. There are a total of 159 campsites including 74 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 84 sites can accommodate RVs between 34 and 66 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $40.00 to $80.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, swimming, and restroom. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails and floating sports.
Greenbelt Campground in Prince George's County is located just 18 min east of Silver Spring, MD with an elevation of 90 feet. There are a total of 140 campsites including 53 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 84 sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 48 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Westmoreland Campground is part of Westmoreland State Park in Virginia (1 hr 5 min south of Waldorf, MD) with an elevation of 162 feet. There are a total of 149 campsites including 32 cabins. The campground is open all year. 131 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 19 and 64 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 41 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $125.00. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Chippokes Campground is part of Chippokes State Park in Virginia (53 min south of Williamsburg, VA) with an elevation of 63 feet. There are a total of 59 campsites including 8 cabins. The campground is open all year. 50 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 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. 50 sites have electric and water hookups. 2 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $35.00 to $291.00.
Belle Isle Campground is part of Belle Isle State Park in Virginia (1 hr 35 min north of Williamsburg, VA) with an elevation of 3 feet. There are a total of 30 campsites including 2 cabins. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 36 and 148 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. 28 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $35.00 to $370.00. 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.
Machicomoco Campground is part of Machicomoco State Park in Virginia (36 min east of Williamsburg, VA) with an elevation of 25 feet. There are a total of 30 campsites including 3 cabins. The campground is open all year. 14 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 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. 14 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $88.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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.
Bear Creek Lake Campground is part of Bear Creek Lake State Park in Virginia (1 hr 12 min southeast of Charlottesville, VA) with an elevation of 354 feet. There are a total of 45 campsites including 12 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of March to the beginning of December. 33 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 35 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. 33 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $35.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, swimming, restroom, trash dumpster, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Kiptopeke Campground is part of Kiptopeke State Park in Virginia (54 min east of Hampton, VA) with an elevation of 34 feet. There are a total of 145 campsites including 52 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of March to the beginning of December. 93 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 91 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. 93 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $30.00 to $40.00. Activities include hiking trails.
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