Nrc Solomons (Historic Cottages)

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Nrc Solomons (Historic Cottages)

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Price

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Booking

Reservable

Sites

6 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

WiFi

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Campsite Fees
Memorial–Labor Day weekend visitors receive six (6) leisure passes providing access to mini golf, pools, beach and many daily programs. Reservations...
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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
Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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What Campers Say

3.01

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Based on 25 reviews

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"Reviews for NRC Solomons Historic Cottages are overwhelmingly positive, with guests praising the cleanliness, maintenance, and relaxing waterfront setting. Visitors highlight good fishing, beautiful sunsets, and the value for money—especially for veterans—along with friendly staff and well-kept cottages."

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Best Time to Camp at Nrc Solomons (Historic Cottages)

The cottages shine in every season, though summer brings the full magic of waterfront living. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, your stay includes six leisure passes unlocking a world of recreation: lifeguard-supervised swimming at the beach and pools, boat rentals for exploring the river's quiet coves, mini golf competitions, and daily programs that bring families together. Even in cooler months, the river views and peaceful trails offer their own rewards, making this a year-round retreat where each season paints the shoreline in different colors.

Spring (Mar-May)

Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.

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Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm weather, perfect for water activities. Book early.

Fall (Sep-Nov)

Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Off-season, limited services. Check for closures before visiting.

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: Open year-round

About Nrc Solomons (Historic Cottages)

Perched along the dramatic cliffs of the Patuxent River, these six nautical-themed cottages have welcomed military families since the early 1930s. Each waterfront retreat features 2-5 bedrooms, airy sunrooms perfect for morning coffee, and modern comforts including WiFi and central air—all within an easy stroll of beaches, pools, and winding nature trails reserved exclusively for Active Duty, Reservists, Retired Military, Unremarried Widows, Veterans, and Department of Defense employees.
This site consists of six historic waterfront cottages available for reservation; cottages are the primary accommodation type described. The listing does not explicitly describe tent, RV, primitive, group campsites or glamping accommodations.
Historical SignificanceThese cottages carry stories in their weathered wood and vintage nautical touches. Built during the Great Depression's early years in the 1930s, they've stood watch over the Patuxent for nearly a century, their ship-inspired decor and maritime details honoring the military families who've called them home across generations. Walking through their doors is like stepping aboard a classic vessel, where porthole mirrors and naval accents remind you of the river's timeless connection to service and tradition.
Weather and SeasonsThe cottages shine in every season, though summer brings the full magic of waterfront living. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, your stay includes six leisure passes unlocking a world of recreation: lifeguard-supervised swimming at the beach and pools, boat rentals for exploring the river's quiet coves, mini golf competitions, and daily programs that bring families together. Even in cooler months, the river views and peaceful trails offer their own rewards, making this a year-round retreat where each season paints the shoreline in different colors.
ElevationThe cottages claim their place along dramatic riverside cliffs, elevated above the Patuxent River where land meets water in a striking natural boundary.
Natural Features and SceneryThe Patuxent River unfolds below these clifftop cottages in a constantly changing canvas of blue and green. Thoughtful stewardship has preserved the native plants clinging to the shoreline—not just for beauty, but as living architecture that holds the cliffs steady against time and tide. Your waterfront perch offers seasonal glimpses through the foliage, where the river catches the light differently with each passing month, and the preserved natural buffer creates a sense of wild privacy rare in developed waterfront properties.
Geological RegionSituated on the ancient cliff shoreline carved by the Patuxent River, where sedimentary bluffs meet tidal waters in Maryland's coastal plain
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Total Campsites6 campsites

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Tents
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Primitive
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Reservable
Reservations are allowed

Site layoutSix separate cottage units ranging from two to five bedrooms with spacious sun-rooms; outdoor dining areas and charcoal grills provided.
Open and Closed SeasonOpen year-round
Reservation PlatformsNavy Recreation Center Solomons website: https://www.navymwrsolomons.com/programs/08515317-a51a-425e-a76e-f52c188b2f1e
Cancellation PolicyCancellations, including partial cancellations, received less than fourteen (14) working days prior to arrival will incur a fee equal to one (1) night stay.

Accomodation available

Cabin lodgingCabin lodging is available for campers seeking a more sheltered and comfortable experience. These enclosed accommodations offer protection from the elements and are ideal for those who prefer not to camp in tents.

Amenities available

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Activities you can enjoy

A wide range of year-round and seasonal activities are offered on-site or nearby including scenic nature trails, walking and biking paths, fishing from a pier and shoreline, playgrounds, driving range, mini golf, multiple sports courts and fields, and organized seasonal programs. In season there is lifeguarded beach swimming, boat rentals (kayaks and SUPs), a pool complex with lifeguards and water features, daily programs/activities, camping equipment and bike rentals, arcade and other recreational rentals.
Hiking
Scenic nature trails and walking paths located on-site for hiking and nature walks.
Fishing
Fishing pier and shoreline access on the Patuxent River for fishing and beachcombing.
Swimming
Lifeguarded swimming beach and a seasonal pool complex with three pools, a zero-depth tot area, slides, diving board and concession stand.
Biking
Walking/biking paths available on-site.
Boating
Marina berthing and boat launch on-site and seasonal boat rentals (kayaks and stand-up paddleboards).
Wildlife viewing
Opportunities for bird and nature watching along the shoreline and nature trails.
Beach activities
Shoreline beachcombing and a swimming beach; beach access is part of on-site recreational offerings.
Cultural and Educational Programs
Seasonal holiday programs and daily programs/activities are offered on site; nearby museums, historic landmarks and botanical sites provide additional cultural and educational opportunities.
Water Sports
Seasonal kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals; pool-based water recreation and lifeguarded beach swimming.
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Campground rules

  • Pets are not allowed

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Proximity to water featuresWaterfront on the Patuxent River; within walking distance to pools, beach, fishing pier and marina facilities.

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Nrc Solomons (Historic Cottages)
Driving directionsFor directions to the Navy Recreation Center Solomons, please visit: https://www.navymwrsolomons.com/programs/08515317-a51a-425e-a76e-f52c188b2f1e

Reviews from booking and map sources

3.0
25 reviews
Mixed Reviews
Mixed Reviews
Nrc Solomons (Historic Cottages) has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviews for NRC Solomons Historic Cottages are overwhelmingly positive, with guests praising the cleanliness, maintenance, and relaxing waterfront setting. Visitors highlight good fishing, beautiful sunsets, and the value for money—especially for veterans—along with friendly staff and well-kept cottages.
Review Summaries
Based on 25 reviews

What Campers Love

Campers love the great fishing (especially white perch) and the ability to relax by the water, including a private beach, pier, and sunsets over the waterfront. Reviewers consistently note that the...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

This location is described as an easy “great getaway” from the DC area, so it may work well for quick trips. Veterans, especially retired and 100% disabled vets, should take advantage of the very low...
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Camper Quotes

"Stayed in one of the historic cottages had a nice time fishing off the pier and relaxing." "There is no place on the civilian side that could beat that price. The place is. Very clean and...
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Site-Specific Reviews

One reviewer of the Five Bedroom Cottage - 5 (Waterfront Cottages loop) on Recreation.gov notes that the houses are well kept and that summer activities there are wonderful, suggesting this larger...
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