Pax River Paradise Grove Campgrounds

Naval Airstation (NAS) Patuxent River — riverside, fishing

Location: Patuxent River, MD, MD

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$30 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (13 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

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Waterfront camping on the Patuxent River with direct bay access for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. Quiet, clean sites with fire rings and picnic tables offering great water views.

Wildlife alert: Bald Eagles, Pileated Woodpeckers, Chuck-will's-widow, Northern Mockingbirds, and American Beavers in the area.

Insider tips for Pax River Paradise Grove Campgrounds: Bring kayaks, canoes, or paddle boards — sites have direct water access to the bay. Book early — this is a popular federal military recreation facility with limited 12-site capacity. Fishing permitted with valid license; bring your own water gear for crabbing and paddle boating. Plan activities around helicopter flight schedules — low-flying military aircraft are frequent due to Naval Air Station proximity.

Skip Pax River Paradise Grove Campgrounds if: You need full hookups — most sites have no hookups available.. You're not military-eligible — reservations limited to Active Duty, Reservists, Retired Military, Veterans, DOD employees, and unremarried widows of eligible personnel.. You're sensitive to noise — helicopter and flightline activity can be loud.. You need on-site bathroom facilities — nearest facilities require a drive from campsites..

Best time to visit Pax River Paradise Grove Campgrounds: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Pax River Hog Point Campgrounds (Patuxent River, MD), George Washington Birthplace National Monument Picnic Pavilion (Colonial Beach, VA), Fort Washington Park Day Use Facilities (Fort Washington , MD), Fort Hunt Picnic Areas (Alexandria, VA).