Tall Pines / Chesapeake Bay KOA Holiday Blog
2026 Season: March 12 - November 30!
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Your pup is not an “extra.” They are family, and camping is just better when the whole crew comes along. At Tall Pines / Chesapeake Bay KOA, it’s easy to plan a pet-friendly getaway thanks to pet-friendly accommodations, no limit on pets at RV sites, a dog park, and even a dog-friendly beach so your four-legged bestie can live their best Chesapeake Bay life.
To help you and your dog settle in fast and enjoy every minute, here are a few simple tips for camping with your pup.
Before you hit the road, do a quick “travel refresh” at home. Make sure your dog is comfortable with new environments, is fully housebroken, and can reliably handle basics like sit, stay, and come. A little practice now saves you from doing apologetic small talk later.
Bring your dog’s rabies vaccination records and make sure their collar has ID tags with your phone number. You will need to present vaccination records at check-in, and tags are one of those things you do not appreciate enough until you really, really need them.
Switching water sources can upset some dogs’ stomachs, especially on travel days. Pack bottled water, or bring a jug from home so your pup stays comfy and hydrated from arrival to checkout.
Dogs settle faster when they recognize their stuff. When you set up camp, create a small pup zone:
Water + food bowls
Their bed or favorite blanket
A couple familiar toys
A shaded spot for naps
This gives them a place to decompress, which usually means less barking and fewer “I must patrol every leaf” moments.
A new toy or a high-value chew is basically gold when you are camping. It helps keep your dog occupied during setup, chill time at the table, or when you are trying to cook dinner without an assistant manager made of fur. Tall Pines has a camp store on-site, so it’s easy to grab a little “vacation treat.”
Pet-friendly camping works best when everyone does their part.
Keep your dog leashed when not at your site
Pick up after them around the campground
If barking happens, redirect with a walk, a chew, or a calm-down break
You are not just being polite, you are protecting the vibe. Camping peace is sacred.
Camping with pets is easy at Tall Pines / Chesapeake Bay KOA. Choose your site or pet-friendly stay, pack the essentials, and get ready for beach walks, campground sniff tours, and a pup who sleeps like an angel after a full day outside.
That doesn't mean this area has to always be empty. When you start reviewing camping options, your history will display here to help compare sites and find the best stay. You will be able to share your stay information with friends or family and save it for a later time if you have a KOA Account.
Make checkout easy by booking all your reservations at once. Add your sites from different campgrounds into your shopping cart* and then choose checkout.
