Swimming Campgrounds in Maryland

Swimming Campgrounds in Maryland

Discover the best swimming campgrounds across Maryland. Beat the heat at campgrounds with pristine swimming spots. Lakes, rivers, beaches, and swimming holes just steps from your campsite.

23+ Campgrounds3.7★ AverageBest: Summer (June-September)

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
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Owens Creek Campground
Star
4.5
(398)
Owens Creek Campground
Thurmont
Catoctin Mountain Park
Tents
RVs
3
Pocomoke River State Park
Star
4.5
(170)
Pocomoke River State Park
Snow Hill, MD
Maryland State Parks, Maryland
Tents
RVs

Swimming Campgrounds in Maryland

Maryland offers 23+ campgrounds perfect for swimming campgrounds. Campgrounds with swimming access to lakes, rivers, beaches, and swimming holes. The best time to visit is Summer (June-September).

Lake and river swimming access
Natural swimming holes
Beach and waterfront sites
Family-friendly swimming areas


Campground Locations

Showing top 20 campgrounds near Swimming Campgrounds in Maryland

Map Key
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Assateague Island National Seashore Campground
2
Owens Creek Campground
3
Pocomoke River State Park
4
New Germany State Park
5
Rocky Gap State Park
6
Greenbrier State Park
7
Patapsco Valley State Park
8
Susquehanna State Park
9
Assateague State Park
10
Nrc Solomons (Cabins)
11
Nrc Solomons (Bungalows)
12
Nrc Solomons (Historic Cottages)
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Nrc Solomons (Contemporary Cottages)
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Nrc Solomons (Area B)
15
Nrc Solomons (Area A)
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Nrc Solomons (Area C)
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Nrc Solomons (Area G)
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Nrc Solomons (Area F)
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Nrc Solomons (Area D)
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Nrc Solomons (Primitive Tent/Deluxe Family Group)

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


Swimming Campgrounds in Maryland FAQ

We've ranked 23+ swimming campgrounds in Maryland based on water access, swimming areas, safety, and user reviews. Top options include campgrounds on lakes, rivers, and beaches with designated swimming areas.

Swimming safety varies by location. Many campgrounds have designated swimming areas with lifeguards during peak season. Always check for posted warnings, water conditions, and currents before swimming. Never swim alone.

Summer (June-September) is the best time for swimming camping in Maryland. Water temperatures are warmest and swimming areas are typically staffed. Some mountain lakes may be too cold for swimming even in summer.

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