Pax River Paradise Grove Campgrounds
Patuxent River, Maryland · Commander, Navy Installation Command (CNIC)

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About
Visitors eligible for reservations at this location are limited to Active Duty, Reservists, Retired Military, Unremarried Widow, Veterans and Department of Defense employees. Learn more about eligible visitors and access to this military base recreation site. A variety of recreational programs and facilities await you and your family at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, located just 55 miles south of Washington D.C. Situated at the confluence of the Patuxent River and Chesapeake Bay, this is an area rich in both American and Navy history and natural beauty. Part of the legacy of Southern Maryland may be found in the spacious, natural campsite areas aboard the installation. NAS Patuxent River Paradise Grove Campground is located where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Patuxent River, offering the best views for sunrises as well as sunsets • Historic St. Mary's City • Patuxent River Air Museum • Historic Sotterly • St. Clement's Island • Point Lookout State Park • Solomon's Island • Navy Recreation Center Solomons Water lovers will find that NAS Patuxent River stretches across approximately 12 miles of shoreline offering locations to launch kayaks, stand up paddle boards, motor and sail boats, places for fishing and crabbing as well as areas for the beach lovers. Bicyclists will find a 10 mile paved loop within the installation as well as designated bike trails. MWR also has a Golf Course, Outdoor Pool, Marina, Theater, Community Recreation Office, Auto Hobby Shop and Fitness Center. • Tent Only Nonelectric • Overnight
Directions
From Washington D.C: Take 295 S towards I-95/495, merge onto I-495 S, take exit 7A toward MD 5 S/ Branch Ave, turn left on to Mattawoman Beantown Road, turn left onto MD 5 S/Leonardtown Road, continue on MD 235 to NAS Patuxent River Gate 1, cedar point road
Location
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Details
- State
- Maryland
- City / area
- Patuxent River
- Agency
- Commander, Navy Installation Command (CNIC)
- Parent area
- Naval Airstation (NAS) Patuxent River
- Campsites
- 12
- Reservable
- Yes
- Typical price
- $20–$30 / night
- Rating
- 4.35 / 5 (17 reviews on Recreation.gov)
- Equipment
- See Recreation.gov
Nearby campgrounds
- Pax River Hog Point Campgrounds 0.1 km away
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- Fort Washington Park Day Use Facilities 71.1 km away
- Fort Hunt Picnic Areas 73.0 km away
- Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas 79.5 km away
- Greenbelt Park Ranger Station 86.6 km away