Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Princeton, NJ
Nestled in the heart of New Jersey, Princeton offers a variety of camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts seeking an escape into nature. For RV lovers, scenic sites at nearby Mercer County Park provide ample amenities, including electric hookups and access to walking trails overlooking the tranquil waters of Lake Mercer. Tent campers can enjoy a more rustic experience at Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, where lush forests and vibrant wildflowers create a perfect backdrop for a peaceful getaway. Dispersed camping is also an option in the surrounding Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park, allowing adventurous souls to set up camp amidst the stunning landscapes along the historic canal. The local geography boasts gentle hills, rivers, and forests, providing diverse environments for hiking, fishing, and bird-watching. Whether you’re seeking the comfort of an RV park or the serenity of backcountry camping, Princeton’s surrounding areas offer unforgettable outdoor experiences year-round.
Alosa Campsites Campground in Northampton County is located 38 min east of East Stroudsburg, PA with an elevation of 327 feet. There are a total of 6 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to mid November. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $16.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Cape Henlopen Campground is part of Cape Henlopen State Park in Delaware (53 min southeast of Dover, DE) with an elevation of 2 feet. There are a total of 175 campsites including 12 cabins. The campground is open all year. 114 sites can accommodate RVs between 15 and 128 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 3 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 117 sites have electric and water hookups. 21 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $26.00 to $80.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, general store, laundry facility, playground, swimming, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Assateague Island Campground is part of Assateague Island National Seashore in Maryland (49 min east of Salisbury, MD) with an elevation of 0 feet. There are a total of 159 campsites including 74 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 84 sites can accommodate RVs between 34 and 66 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $40.00 to $80.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, swimming, restroom. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Greenbelt Campground in Prince George's County is located just 18 min east of Silver Spring, MD with an elevation of 90 feet. There are a total of 140 campsites including 53 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 84 sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 48 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Marsden Tract Group Campsite Campground in Montgomery County is located just 8 min northwest of McLean, VA with an elevation of 152 feet. There are a total of 6 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $40.00. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Antietam Creek Campsite Campground in Washington County is located just 29 min south of Hagerstown, MD with an elevation of 297 feet. There are a total of 20 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $10.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Mccoy's Ferry Campground in Washington County is located just 27 min west of Hagerstown, MD with an elevation of 401 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $20.00 to $40.00. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Potomac Group is located in the Hector Ranger District, Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests (just 28 min west of Ithaca, NY) with an elevation of 1,879 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
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