Hiking Campgrounds in Maryland

Hiking Campgrounds in Maryland

Discover the best hiking campgrounds across Maryland. Experience the best of both worlds with camping that puts you right at the heart of incredible hiking opportunities. Direct trail access and stunning mountain vistas.

33+ Campgrounds4.3★ AverageBest: Late Spring through Fall (May-October)

Hiking Campgrounds in Other States


Featured Campgrounds

Handpicked destinations that define the region

1
Assateague Island National Seashore Campground
Star
4.5
(1175)
Assateague Island National Seashore Campground
Berlin
Assateague Island National Seashore
Tents
RVs
2
Point Lookout State Park
Star
4.6
(632)
Point Lookout State Park
Maryland State Parks, Maryland
RVs
3
Greenbelt Campground
Star
4.0
(563)
Greenbelt Campground
Greenbelt
Greenbelt Park
Tents
RVs

Hiking Campgrounds in Maryland

Maryland offers 33+ campgrounds perfect for hiking campgrounds. Campgrounds with direct trail access for hiking and backpacking. The best time to visit is Late Spring through Fall (May-October).

Direct trail access
Mountain and forest settings
Backpacking base camps
Scenic wilderness views


Campground Locations

Showing top 20 campgrounds near Hiking Campgrounds in Maryland

Map Key
1
Assateague Island National Seashore Campground
2
Point Lookout State Park
3
Greenbelt Campground
4
Owens Creek Campground
5
Antietam Creek Campsite
6
Mccoy's Ferry Campground
7
Pocomoke River State Park
8
Martinak State Park
9
Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite
10
New Germany State Park
11
Rocky Gap State Park
12
Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite
13
Greenbrier State Park
14
Smallwood State Park
15
Cedarville State Forest
16
Marsden Tract Group Campsite
17
Gambrill State Park
18
Patapsco Valley State Park
19
Elk Neck State Park
20
Susquehanna State Park

How to Book These Campgrounds

The most popular campgrounds for hiking campgrounds in maryland book up months in advance. Here are the tools to help you get a site.


Hiking Campgrounds in Maryland FAQ

We've ranked 33+ hiking campgrounds in Maryland based on trail access, hiking variety, scenery, and user reviews. Top options are near national forests, state parks, and wilderness areas.

Permit requirements vary by location in Maryland. Many wilderness areas and popular trails require day-use or backcountry permits. Check with the managing agency (National Forest, National Park, or State Park) before your trip.

Late Spring through Fall (May-October) is generally best for hiking camping in Maryland. High-elevation trails may have shorter seasons due to snow. Always check current trail conditions before heading out.

Availability Alerts

Popular Maryland Campgrounds Book Fast

The best hiking campgrounds in Maryland book up quickly, especially during peak season. Set up free alerts to catch cancellations.

Smart timing, every 1–15 min
SMS, email, push
256,000+ campsites

Outdoorithm

Just now

🎉 Site opened up!

Assateague Island National Seashore Campground
Your preferred dates

Quick! This site typically books within hours.


Outdoorithm

Find Your Perfect Maryland Campground

Create your free account to save favorites, set availability alerts, and get personalized recommendations.

  • Search 33+ hiking campgrounds in Maryland
  • Set alerts for hard-to-book sites
  • Get personalized recommendations for your trip
  • Compare campground amenities
  • Check weather forecasts

No credit card required. Every feature is free to use.