Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park is located in the states of Maryland, West Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Spanning a distance of 184.5 miles, the park follows the path of the historic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, which operated from 1831 to 1924.

The canal played a significant role in the transportation of goods and resources, serving as a vital link between the eastern seaboard and the Ohio River Valley. It was initially constructed to transport coal, timber, and agricultural products, but later became a popular route for recreational boaters and tourists.

Visitors to the park can explore the canal's rich history by walking or biking along the historic towpath. Along the way, they can observe the remnants of the canal's locks, lockhouses, and aqueducts, providing glimpses into the engineering marvels of the canal's construction. The Great Falls area within the park offers impressive views of the cascading waterfalls and the dramatic cliffs that once posed a challenge to canal navigation.

Aside from exploring the canal's historical features, visitors can partake in various recreational activities. Fishing is a popular pastime, with the canal hosting a diverse range of fish species. The park also offers opportunities for boating and kayaking in designated sections of the canal. Hiking enthusiasts can venture onto the numerous scenic trails that wind through the park, offering picturesque views of the surrounding landscapes.

In addition to the attractions within the park, visitors can also explore nearby points of interest. The C&O Canal has a close proximity to major metropolitan areas, allowing for easy access to dining, shopping, and cultural experiences. Within Washington, D.C., visitors can enjoy renowned museums, historical landmarks, and vibrant city life. Harper's Ferry, West Virginia, located at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers, offers historical significance and stunning natural beauty.

Overall, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the history of America's early transportation system. With its scenic landscapes, recreational opportunities, and nearby attractions, the park provides a well-rounded experience for history enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park is nestled within the scenic landscapes of the state of Maryland, in the eastern region of the United States. Stretching approximately 184.5 miles, the park follows the path of the historic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, which once served as a vital transportation route connecting the Chesapeake Bay with the Ohio River. Located primarily along the Potomac River, the park spans across multiple counties, including Allegany, Washington, Frederick, Montgomery, and the District of Columbia. Its geographical location offers visitors a diverse range of picturesque vistas, from lush green forests to tranquil waterways, showcasing the natural beauty that Maryland has to offer.

Address & Contact

142 W. Potomac St.
Williamsport, MD 21795
Driving Directions
Phone: 301-739-4200
Web: Link

Weather & Seasonality

The best time to visit Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park would be during the months of May and June. During this time, the average maximum temperature ranges from 75°F to 83°F, providing pleasant weather for outdoor activities. Additionally, the monthly precipitation during these months is around 4.5 inches, ensuring a relatively dry experience. These months also attract a significant number of visitors. By choosing this timeframe, you can enjoy the park without enduring excessive heat or encountering large crowds.

Activities

Some of the activities you can do in Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park are: Guided Tours Junior Ranger Program Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Shopping Biking Road Biking Camping Car or Front Country Camping Hiking Front-Country Hiking Boating Fishing Paddling Skiing Cross-Country Skiing Horse Trekking Horseback Riding Ice Skating Snowshoeing Boat Tour Group Camping Freshwater Fishing

Topics

Learn about these topics at Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park: Animals Birds Geology Laborer and Worker Transportation Tunnels Tragic Events Floods Fish Fossils and Paleontology River and Riparian Trails Schools and Education Women's History Forests and Woodlands Scenic Views Waterfalls Wars and Conflicts Civil War Deciduous Forests Dams Canals

Visitor Centers

Williamsport Visitor Center

The Cushwa Basin Visitor Center in Williamsport is located at mile 99.8 along the C&O Canal towpath in Washington County, MD. Situated at the confluence of the Conococheague Creek and the Potomac River, Williamsport was first settled in 1740. A half-mile rewatered section of canal leads through the turning basin, under the only railroad lift bridge on the canal, and continues to Lockhouse 44 and the adjacent lock. The Conocheague Aqueduct is located across from the turning basin.

Passport Stamp locations

The following locations have passport stamps for your "Passport to Your National Parks" booklet: Williamsport Visitor Center.

Campsites within or near Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Antietam Creek Campground

Mile 69.4 (Washington County, MD) - The campground has 20 single campsites each with a picnic table, fire ring and grill. Each campsite will accommodate up to eight campers. Pit toilets are located between campsite #6 and campsite #7 adjacent to the towpath. A second set of chemical toilets are available down the towpath. Potable water is along the towpath at pumps (available mid-April to mid-November). No vehicular traffic is allowed on the towpath and access to the campsites is by foot only.
Fees (US$): 20.00 (Tent Only Nonelectric (Peak Season)), 10.00 (Tent Only Nonelectric (Non-Peak Season))
Total Campsites: 20
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Yes - seasonal

Bald Eagle Island Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 50.3 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Big Woods Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 82.7 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Cacapon Junction Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 133.6 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-In, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Calico Rocks Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 47.6 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Chisel Branch Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 30.5 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Cumberland Valley Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 95.2 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Devils Alley Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 144.5 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Evitts Creek Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 180.1 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-In Tent Only Site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Fifteenmile Creek Campground

Mile 140 (Allegany County, MD) - The campground has nine single drive-in campsites. There is one group site available that does not have direct vehicle access. The group site can accommodate 30 people. Each single will accommodate up to eight people. Single campsites have a picnic table, fire ring and grill. Pit toilets are located between campsite #3 and campsite #4 along the dead end circle. Potable water is available from mid-April to mid-November No motor vehicle traffic is allowed on the towpath.
Fees (US$): 40.00 (Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric (Peak Season)), 20.00 (Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric (Non-Peak Season)), 20.00 (Standard Nonelectric (Peak Season)), 10.00 (Standard Nonelectric (Non-Peak Season))
Total Campsites: 10
Toilets: Vault Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Yes - seasonal

Horsepen Branch Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 26.1 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Horseshoe Bend Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 79.2 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Huckleberry Hill Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 62.0 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Indian Flats Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 42.5 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Indigo Neck Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 139.2 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Irons Mountain Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 175.3 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Jordan Junction Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 101.2 - THiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Killiansburg Cave Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 75.2 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Leopards Mill Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 129.9 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Licking Creek Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 116.0 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Little Pool Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 120.4 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Marble Quarry Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 38.2 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Marsden Tract Group Campground

Mile 11.5 (Montgomery County, MD). The campground has six group campsites; sites accommodate up to 30 campers at each site. Each campsite has a picnic table and a fire ring. Potable water is located a short walk up the towpath and across the footbridge (water may not be available during cold winter months). Portable toilets are in the campground. No vehicle traffic is allowed on the towpath and access to the campsites is by foot only. Carderock Recreation Area or Anglers are the two closest parking areas.
Fees (US$): 40.00 (Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric (Peak Season)), 20.00 (Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric (Non-Peak Season))
Total Campsites: 6
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Yes - seasonal

Mccoys Ferry Campground

Mile 110.4 (Washington County, MD) - The campground has 12 single drive-in campsites. Each single accommodates up to eight people. Single campsites have a picnic table, fire ring and grill. There is one group site available with space for two vehicles and a small trailer or support vehicle less than 20 ft. Group site can accommodate 30 people and has four picnic tables with grill and fire pit. Pit toilets and accessible portable toilets are available. Hand pump water is available April 15 - November 1.
Fees (US$): 40.00 (Group Standard Nonelectric (Peak Season)), 20.00 (Group Standard Nonelectric (Non-Peak Season)), 20.00 (Standard Nonelectric (Peak Season)), 10.00 (Standard Nonelectric (Non-Peak Season))
Total Campsites: 13
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Yes - seasonal

North Mountain Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 110.0 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Opequon Junction Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 90.9 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Paw Paw Tunnel Campground

Mile 156 (Allegany County, MD) - There are 10 single campsites, each has a picnic table, fire ring and grill. Each site can accommodate eight people. If there is a larger group, reserve two sites next to each other. Portable toilets are available. Hamp pump water is available from April 15-November 1.
Fees (US$): 20.00 (Tent Only Nonelectric (Peak Season)), 10.00 (Tent Only Nonelectric (Non-Peak Season))
Total Campsites: 10
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Yes - seasonal

Pigmans Ferry Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 169.1 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Potomac Forks Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 164.8 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Purslane Run Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 156.9 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Sorrel Ridge Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 154.1 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Spring Gap Campground

Mile 173.3 (Allegany County, MD) - Spring Gap Campground offers 12 single drive-in campsites and two drive-in group sites. Campsites 1, 2, 8, 11 and 13 can fit a single vehicle (i.e., car/pickup/van). Campsites 3-7, 12, 14 can fit a small 20 ft. or less RV/trailer/pop-up. Single sites can accommodate up to eight people. Each single has a picnic table, fire pit and grill. Campsites 9 and 10 are group sites capable of holding 30 people each. The group site has room for two vehicles.
Fees (US$): 40.00 (Group Standard Nonelectric (Peak Season)), 20.00 (Group Standard Nonelectric (Non-Peak Season)), 20.00 (Standard Nonelectric (Peak Season)), 10.00 (Standard Nonelectric (Non-Peak Season))
Total Campsites: 14
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Yes - seasonal

Stickpile Hill Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 149.4 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Swains Lock Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 16.6 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 5
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Town Creek Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 162.1 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Turtle Run Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 34.4 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

White Rock Hiker-Biker Campsite

Mile 126.4 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use.
Fees (US$): 0.00 (Walk-in, tent-only site)
Total Campsites: 1
Toilets: Portable Toilets - year round
Showers: None
Potable Water: Water

Hotels within or near Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Red Roof Inn Hagerstown - Williamsport, MD

Located in Williamsport, Red Roof Inn Hagerstown - Williamsport, MD is within a 5-minute drive of Potomac River and Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.
Address: 310 E Potomac Street, Williamsport, Maryland 21795
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Hagerstown, MD

Located in Hagerstown, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Hagerstown, MD is connected to a shopping center, a 2-minute drive from Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum and 6 minutes from Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
Address: 17612 Valley Mall Rd, Hagerstown, Maryland 21740
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clear Spring , an IHG Hotel

Located in Clear Spring, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clear Spring , an IHG Hotel is in a regional park, within a 10-minute drive of Hagerstown Speedway and Fort Frederick State Park. Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Address: 12426 Houck Avenue, Clear Spring, Maryland 21722
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Hampton Inn & Suites Charles Town, WV

A stay at Hampton Inn & Suites Charles Town, WV places you in the heart of Charles Town, a 2-minute drive from Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races and 6 minutes from Old Opera House. Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-out. Planning an event in Charles Town? This hotel has facilities measuring 600 square feet (54 square meters), including a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
Address: 157 Pimlico Dr, Charles Town, West Virginia 25414
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The Hillside Hotel

Located in Knoxville, The Hillside Hotel is a 3-minute drive from Maryland Heights and 6 minutes from Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. Free self parking is available onsite.
Address: 19105 Keep Tryst Road, Knoxville, Maryland 21758
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Motel 6 Charles Town, WV

Located in Charles Town, Motel 6 Charles Town, WV is within a 5-minute drive of Zion Episcopal Church Cemetery and Charles Town Library. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Address: 106 Jefferson Terrace Road, Charles Town, West Virginia 25212
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Travelodge by Wyndham Brunswick near Frederick

Located in Brunswick, Travelodge by Wyndham Brunswick near Frederick is within a 10-minute drive of Catoctin Valley and South Mountain State Park. Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Address: 620 Souder Road, Brunswick, Maryland 21716
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Inn at Stone Manor

When you stay at Inn at Stone Manor in Middletown, you'll be 12 minutes by car from Gathland State Park. Free self parking is available onsite.
Address: 5820 Carroll Boyer Road, Middletown, Maryland 21769
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brunswick - Harpers Ferry Area

Located in Knoxville, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brunswick - Harpers Ferry Area is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Harpers Ferry National Historical Park and Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters. Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a computer station, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Address: 1501 Village Green Way, Knoxville, Maryland 21716
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Martinsburg, WV

Located in Martinsburg, Home2 Suites by Hilton Martinsburg, WV is a 2-minute drive from Martinsburg Mall and 6 minutes from Wonderment Puppet Theater. Featured amenities include a business center, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.
Address: 820 FOXCROFT AVENUE, Martinsburg, West Virginia 25401
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