Camp Springs, Census-designated place in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States.
Camp Springs is a residential community in Prince George's County near Washington D.C., spread across multiple neighborhoods and commercial zones with a mix of single-family homes and apartment complexes. The area sits on gently rolling terrain and includes schools, shops, and local services distributed throughout the district.
The settlement began in the mid-19th century at the intersection of Branch Avenue and Allentown Road with small shops, a smithy, and a Methodist church serving the local community. The name originated from natural springs that soldiers discovered and used during their travels between Washington D.C. and Fort Meade.
The population of 22,734 residents represents multiple ethnic backgrounds, contributing to neighborhood events and community activities throughout Prince George's County.
The area has good road connections and sits conveniently between Washington D.C. and other parts of Maryland for visitors traveling through. Most travelers can navigate easily by car, with Branch Avenue serving as a main route through the district.
Soldiers traveling from Washington D.C. to Fort Meade named the location after discovering multiple natural springs that provided water for their encampments.
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