Managed by the National Park Service, this hiker-biker campsite sits within Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park and requires human-powered transportation to reach. The site operates under a no-pets policy, restricting access to campers traveling without animals. Located in Mercersville, the campsite serves cyclists and hikers moving along the canal towpath system.
Campers exploring sites near Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park will find this overnight option designed specifically for non-motorized travelers. The facility provides basic overnight accommodations for those covering longer distances on foot or bicycle through the national historical park corridor.
Description
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 drinking water. Please Note: Potable water may not be available at each campsite. Water is treated with iodine. Please plan to have water purification tablets with you. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Location
Private CampgroundBig Woods Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park is located in Maryland
Directions
Big Woods Hiker-Biker Overnight (HBO) Campsite directions and information are available at https://www.nps.gov/choh/planyourvisit/camping.htm.
Coordinates
39.492868 N
77.792591 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 20 min from Hagerstown, MD
- 38 min from Chambersburg, PA
- 47 min from Winchester, VA
- 1 hr 1 min from Gettysburg, PA
