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Horsepen Branch Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Description

National Park Service

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

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 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 November 15 to April 15 each year.

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Location

Horsepen Branch Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park is located in Maryland

Detail location of campground

Directions

Horsepen Branch Hiker-Biker Overnight (HBO) Campsite directions and information are available at https://www.nps.gov/choh/planyourvisit/camping.htm.

Coordinates

39.06938 N
77.398038 W

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Access

  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water

FREE established camping

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.


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Reviewed Jan. 15, 2021

Mm 26.2 c&o

River view lots of room port pot, fire ring and grill. Picnic table water pump. Non pot water.

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Reviewed Apr. 29, 2019

Great campsite

This site is right along the Potomac River. The water pump connects with a well, and is treated with iodine. Plenty of space for tents, and has a fire ring. Trailside for easy access.

  • Review photo of Horsepen Branch Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park by Ethel B., April 29, 2019
  • Review photo of Horsepen Branch Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park by Ethel B., April 29, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is there cell phone reception at Horsepen Branch Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is available.