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Greenbelt Campground

Riverdale, MD 20737, United States

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About This Campsite

Greenbelt Campground

Welcome to the Greenbelt Campground, an affordable and green retreat nestled conveniently close to urban life. It's perfect for campers looking for a quick getaway en route to destinations like Philadelphia or looking to explore nearby Washington DC. Despite its proximity to the city, the campground offers a decent sense of seclusion surrounded by wooded landscapes.

Location: Unfortunately, the exact address and city information are not available, but the campground is known to be a short drive from Washington DC.

Key Features

  • Beautiful, scenic sites tucked under tree canopies.
  • Gorgeous and well-maintained trails for nature walks and hikes.
  • Lots of greenery and active park rangers maintaining the area.
  • Basic amenities include hot showers and a central restroom, albeit the cleanliness and upkeep of some facilities vary.
  • Quiet zones in Loop D, allowing for generators but providing a peaceful environment otherwise.

Considerations

  • While you can enjoy the natural setting during the day, traffic noise might seep into the site at night. Earplugs are a handy item to bring along.
  • Be cautious with your footing, as some campsites lack tent pads and have rocky, uneven terrain.
  • The area is notably populated by spiders; being prepared for this is recommended if you're not fond of creepy crawlies.
  • Fire rings could pose a challenge due to their height, impacting the ease of use.
  • Reservations are mandatory and can conveniently be made last minute via their website.

Overall Thoughts

Greenbelt Campground is an economical choice for those seeking an accessible campsite with a natural setting. While some areas for improvement exist, such as the maintenance of restrooms and campsite terrain, the campground offers memorable experiences for day trips or longer stays. It serves as a convenient base for exploring the Washington DC area while providing a tranquil atmosphere amidst nature.

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Reviews

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Kristi Hall

05/12/2024

Love that you can book this last minute! It was great for 1 night as a half way point to Philly. Beautiful campground! Especially for only $20 - worth the money. Con — bathrooms are not very clean.. But they did have hot showers!

Alisha Winegarden

06/09/2024

The place is beautiful. Very clean facilities and campsites. Lots of greenery and active park rangers. You’re close enough to the city but can’t tell…unless it’s at night. The racing traffic echos through the campgrounds so while it’s magical, bring ear plugs. The trails were gorgeous, well maintained and marked. Highly recommend for a day trip or camping.

Corinne

09/11/2024

I'm going to be honest, this campground left a lot to be desired. The campsites themselves did not have a tent pad and the ground was covered in rocks, roots and a random metal post sticking out of the ground. This made setting up a tent difficult. The fire ring was also very tall which made it hard to start or enjoy a fire as we could barely see it over the top. We felt like extras in a dystopian 80's movie sitting around a barrel fire. The bathrooms were in disrepair with an entire stall door missing and others that didn't close properly not to mention being full of spiders.

Mika Carvalho

09/03/2023

We were nearby, looking for a place to spend the night and found this campground on Google Maps. The website allowed us to make a reservation late in the night (it's mandatory). We arrived around 11pm, it was easy to find the site, everything was well signed, the restroom is in the middle of the campground, close to all sites and has shower available. A big plus is that the sites are in the middle of the trees, so the sun won't bother you in the morning. The downside is that has ton of spiders everywhere! 😰

Sandra Ellis

05/13/2024

Spent a week here in the beginning of May. Your secluded in the deep woods away from the highway traffic and only about 20 minutes from Washington DC. We were in loop D which allows generators from 6 AM to 10 PM due to not having any hook ups. We never had any interaction with the host and the campsite was peaceful and quiet. There are lots of hiking trails available and we did see deer in the park. He filled up with water near the dump station before going to our site. Would recommend this location if you want to visit Washington DC.