Pax River Paradise Grove Campgrounds
Pax River Paradise Grove Campgrounds is a public campground in Maryland. Hookups: electric.
- Type
- Public campground
- Location
- Maryland
- Coordinates
- 38.30641, -76.39625
- Hookups
- Electric
- Activities
- Camping, Canoeing, Crabbing, Fishing, Golf, Hunting, Kayaking, Paddle Boating, Picnicking, Softball Fields, Swimming, Swimming Site
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 301.342.3573
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Pax River Paradise Grove Campgrounds
Overview 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. Recreation 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. Facilities • Tent Only Nonelectric • Overnight Natural Features 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 Nearby Attractions • Historic St. Mary's City • Patuxent River Air Museum
Cell coverage
No coverage data for this location yet.
Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Herrington Harbor South · 30 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Tractor Supply Propane Refill · 44 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pax River Hog Point Campgrounds | Public campground | under 0.1 mi | — | Electric |
| NavyMWR Solomons Primative Campground | Private campground | 4.5 mi | — | — |
| NavyMWR Solomons RV Campground | Private campground | 4.6 mi | — | — |
| Cracker Barrel #572 | Overnight parking | 6.2 mi | — | — |
| Calvert Cliffs Youth Group Camping | Free campsite | 7.1 mi | Free | — |
| Take It Easy Campground | RV park | 8.3 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.