Patuxent River, MD

Pax River Paradise Grove Campgrounds

Availability

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About this spot

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 • Historic Sotterly  • St. Clement's Island • Point Lookout State Park • Solomon's Island • Navy Recreation Center Solomons

Typical weather

Chesapeake Bay

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Chesapeake Bay, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.42°JJanuary: average water temperature 42°F41°FFebruary: average water temperature 41°F47°MMarch: average water temperature 47°F56°AApril: average water temperature 56°F66°MMay: average water temperature 66°F75°JJune: average water temperature 75°F82°JJuly: average water temperature 82°F82°AAugust: average water temperature 82°F78°SSeptember: average water temperature 78°F68°OOctober: average water temperature 68°F58°NNovember: average water temperature 58°F47°DDecember: average water temperature 47°F

Water: Solomons Island (NOAA 8577330)

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