Brandywine, Maryland, draws RV travelers with its thick hardwood forests and easy access to the Patuxent River's fishing holes. Camp at Cedarville State Forest's two prime spots, starting at $25 a night. Escape DC's sprawl, hike 20 miles of trails, and launch kayaks from nearby ramps.
Brandywine anchors Prince George's County's rural south, where Cedarville State Forest sprawls across 7,000 acres of oak and pine. Anglers cast for bass in the park's ponds, hikers tackle trails along Gold Mine Branch, and paddlers glide the Patuxent River just minutes away on Route 301. History buffs visit the nearby Battleground historical markers from the War of 1812.
Cedarville State Forest suits nature lovers pitching tents or parking RVs amid the trees; basic sites start at $25 nightly. Families and full-timers pick the 30-amp option with showers and dump station from $30. Both deliver quiet bases for day trips to Andrews Air Force Base or Washington DC via Route 5.
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Brandywine stands out for Cedarville State Forest's 7,000 acres of hiking and fishing. Trails follow Gold Mine Branch through old-growth woods, while ponds yield bass and perch. Its spot south of DC on Route 301 pulls weekend warriors seeking green escapes from urban grind.
Cedarville State Forest hosts the two RV parks in our directory. One offers primitive sites from $25 nightly; the other adds 30-amp service, showers, and dump station from $30. Both sit off Route 381, minutes from Patuxent River access.
Yes, Cedarville State Forest welcomes leashed pets at both RV sites. Keep dogs under voice control on trails, pick up waste, and avoid sensitive pond areas. Rangers enforce rules to protect wildlife in the 7,000-acre preserve.