Group Campgrounds in Maryland

Discover the best group campgrounds across Maryland. Bring the whole crew together in the great outdoors. From family reunions to scout troops, find the perfect group site.

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Camp Misty Mount

Thurmont
Catoctin Mountain Park

Historic 1937 cabins accommodate large gatherings while providing the privacy of separate sleeping quarters within a shared mountain compound. The seasonal swimming pool serves as a natural gathering spot where groups can cool off together after exploring the surrounding Catoctin Mountain trails.

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Owens Creek Campground

Thurmont
Catoctin Mountain Park

With 48 primitive tent sites spread across forested terrain, groups can claim multiple adjacent spots beneath towering hardwoods while maintaining privacy from other campers.

Poplar Grove Youth Group Campground

Thurmont
Catoctin Mountain Park

Youth organizations can reserve the entire forested property for their adventures, with scattered tent sites that keep groups connected while maintaining that backcountry feel.

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About Group Campgrounds in Maryland

Group camping in Maryland offers diverse settings from the Appalachian mountains to the Chesapeake Bay shoreline, providing ideal venues for family reunions, scout troops, church groups, and organized outdoor programs. The state's varied geography creates distinct camping experiences, whether your group seeks mountain adventure in the Catoctin range, historical immersion at Civil War battlefields, or waterfront recreation along the Eastern Shore's rivers and bays.

Best Time

The optimal season for group camping in Maryland runs from late April through October, with May and September offering the best combination of comfortable weather, lower crowds, and vibrant scenery. Summer months from June through August provide warm temperatures ideal for water activities at riverside and lakeside campgrounds, though humidity can be high and popular sites book quickly, requiring reservations 6-12 months in advance for weekend dates.

What Makes It Great

Sites for 10-100+ people
Shared pavilions and gathering areas
Group fire rings and cooking facilities
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Rohrbach Group Campground

Sharpsburg
Antietam National Battlefield

Walk in the footsteps of Civil War soldiers while your scout troop or civic group camps among the hallowed grounds of Antietam National Battlefield, with space for 30 members per site.

Pocomoke River State Park

Snow Hill, MD
Maryland State Parks, Maryland

Multiple group sites accommodate large gatherings along the scenic Pocomoke River, with communal areas near the boat launch and swimming pool where everyone can reconnect between paddling adventures.

New Germany State Park

Oakland, MD
Maryland State Parks, Maryland

The park accommodates groups with reservable cabins clustered near the lakefront, plus a spacious pavilion where everyone can gather for meals overlooking the water.

Swallow Falls State Park

Maryland State Parks, Maryland

Seventy-five campsites accommodate large gatherings among ancient hemlocks, with multiple waterfall trails converging near camp for easy group hikes to 53-foot Muddy Creek Falls.

Savage River State Forest

Maryland State Parks, Maryland

Multiple dispersed sites accommodate large groups seeking adventure along mountain streams and through dense Appalachian forest. The reservoir and river provide paddling and fishing for the whole crew, while mile after mile of trails let everyone explore at their own pace.

Maryland State Parks, Maryland

Groups gather at spacious campsites near the Chesapeake Bay shoreline, with multiple loops offering full hookups and easy coordination for large parties traveling together.

Denton, MD
Maryland State Parks, Maryland

The riverside pavilion and multiple cabin rentals let extended families and friends gather under towering hardwoods while maintaining their own space across well-separated campsites.

Susquehanna State Park

Maryland State Parks, Maryland

The riverside setting accommodates multiple families across spacious, shaded sites connected by forest trails that lead directly to launching points and fishing spots.

Maryland State Parks, Maryland

Your entire crew can spread out across spacious campsites nestled under towering hardwoods, with enough room for multiple tents and RVs to create your own woodland village.

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Camp Misty Mount

Owens Creek Campground

Poplar Grove Youth Group Campground

Rohrbach Group Campground

Pocomoke River State Park

New Germany State Park

Swallow Falls State Park

Savage River State Forest

Elk Neck State Park

Martinak State Park

Susquehanna State Park

Tuckahoe State Park

Smallwood State Park

Gambrill State Park

Cedarville State Forest

Assateague State Park

Big Run State Park

Adirondack Shelters

Chisel Branch Hiker-Biker Overnight (Hbo) Campsite

Horsepen Branch Hiker-Biker Overnight (Hbo) Campsite

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Plan Your Trips

Popular Activities

Group camping and outdoor education programsHiking on mountain trails and nature pathsSwimming in lakes, pools, and riversFishing in streams, lakes, and the Chesapeake BayBoating and kayaking on rivers and reservoirsWildlife viewing and bird watching

Tips & Recommendations

1Reserve group sites 6-12 months in advance through the Maryland Park Service reservation system, as popular locations like Camp Misty Mount and Pocomoke River State Park fill quickly for summer weekends and holiday periods.
2Confirm your group size limits and vehicle capacity when booking, as most sites restrict the number of campers and cars, with overflow parking sometimes available at trailheads or day-use areas.
3Bring tarps and rain gear regardless of forecast, as Maryland weather can change quickly, especially in mountain locations where afternoon thunderstorms are common from June through August.
4For western Maryland mountain camping, pack layers including fleece or down jackets for cool evenings even in summer, as temperatures can drop 20-30 degrees after sunset at elevations above 2,000 feet.

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