Camping Journal

This was our maiden voyage for 2003! This is a park close to Washington DC operated by The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission . The Little Bennett Regional Park website boasts "Each of Little Bennett's 91 campsites offers a tranquil setting with ample opportunities to enjoy the scenic splendor of the park. Campsite amenities include a parking pad, a picnic table and barbecue grill. Comfort stations with sinks, showers, toilet facilities, and drinking fountains are located within walking distance. Water spigots are randomly located throughout each camping loop. A limited number of campsites are available with electrical hookups." The description is correct. Many of the sites are very roomy. Only loop "D" has electric, so make reservations. Even dry camping, many of the sites in the non electric loops would be difficult to use for an RV or pop up, so ask about the site configuration when making reservations.

When we visited the comfort stations were not open yet, so I cannot comment on the interior, but if it is as nice as the exterior, they are probably wonderful. Loops "B", "C" and "D" share a comfort station, so I would imagine it can get busy during peak hours.

Several sites (it appears 1 per loop) are marked for handicapped use. Looking closely at the sites marked for handicapped use I can not see any difference form regular sites. The ground cover is loose stones and grass/soil. Wheelchair use would be difficult.

Location: Little Bennett Regional Park	Date: 3/21/2003
Miles Towed: 120	Weather: H mid 60's L mid 40's