Janes Island State Park

Star4.75
6 reviews
Janes Island State Park
Featured in:Boating Camping Maryland

Quick Facts

95 ft

Price

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Reservable

Sites

116 campsites

Season

Year-round

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Unknown

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February 2026

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February 2026
Janes Island State Park
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Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.75

Top-Rated

Based on 6 reviews

4 Google reviews

"Reviewers consistently praise the site's beauty and describe it as a 'gem.' Actual user comments note wildlife encounters (raccoons, deer), presence of bathrooms, a short trail network, and challenging docking conditions when currents are strong."

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Janes Island State Park

Janes Island State Park

48.5132, -122.7756

Best Time to Camp at Janes Island State Park

Island camping means embracing the moods of the sea, where marine weather shapes each day's adventure. Winds can dance across the water, currents shift with the tides, and choppy conditions may challenge your landing—all part of the authentic backcountry experience. Always check marine forecasts before you launch, and come prepared for changeable conditions. The campground welcomes visitors year-round, though each season paints the island in different light, from summer's long golden evenings to winter's dramatic storm-watching opportunities.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer likely best for boating/kayaking and island access, though winds/currents can vary.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.5 / 5

Should offer quieter conditions and good views; marine weather may become more variable.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Spring offers wildlife viewing and fewer visitors, though chilly waters and variable weather persist.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Marine weather, winds and currents make winter island camping less comfortable and more hazardous.

Planning Tips

    About Janes Island State Park

    Escape to a secluded island paradise where towering pines whisper in the salt breeze and every campsite feels like your own private retreat. Accessible only by boat, this intimate marine campground offers primitive camping beneath a canopy of evergreens, with dramatic bluff-top perches and rocky shoreline camps that open onto sweeping views of the surrounding strait.
    Described as a small, primitive marine campground with a handful of primitive campsites; sites are wooded and suitable for hammock camping or tent camping on uneven ground.
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    Amenities available

    Picnic tables
    Vault toilets

    Activities you can enjoy

    Marine and shoreline recreation dominate: sea-kayaking and small-boat exploration, short informal hiking paths, beach/shoreline exploration, and wildlife viewing are repeatedly mentioned by sources and reviewers.
    HikingShort informal trails and paths connect landing areas, campsites, and bluff viewpoints; described as a short trail network rather than developed long-distance trails.
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsStrong currents and choppy conditions for small boats; wind exposure on bluff and shoreline camps; uneven and non‑level tent sites.

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    Reviews

    4.8
    6 reviews
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    Janes Island State Park is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Reviewers consistently praise the site's beauty and describe it as a 'gem.' Actual user comments note wildlife encounters (raccoons, deer), presence of bathrooms, a short trail network, and challenging docking conditions when currents are strong.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 6 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Very scenic/beautiful island setting; short trail network; wildlife sightings (deer); basic bathrooms available.
    Based on 6 reviews

    Common Concerns

    • **Uneven campsites**: The Dyrt review explicitly states that the camping area “isn't super level,” which can be an issue for tent campers without good site selection or thick pads.[3] • **Exposure...
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    Based on 6 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Be prepared for strong currents when approaching/docking; secure food from raccoons and other wildlife; plan for a primitive experience.
    Based on 6 reviews

    Camper Quotes

    "beautiful, raccoons are crazy whence night comes around"; "Very strong currents at full swing makes for challenging docking, but if you can make it this island is a gem."; "Extremely beautiful...
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    Last updated February 2, 2026
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