Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite
Shari  G.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Jan. 1, 2022

Great Drive-in Campground along the C&O Towpath Trail

This is a more traditional NPS campground along the Potomac River and C&O Towpath Trail where you can actually drive in, instead of just hiking or cycling. It would make a great shuttle point, or RV base camp for the weekend if you plan to ride the C&O Trail.  We stopped for lunch at the picnic sites next to this campground.  It was nearly empty in October!

Many sites have a lovely view of the Potomac River. In addition to being situated on the C&O Towpath Trail, you can launch a paddle boat or electric motor, but no gas-powered engines. The sites were clean, the water pump worked well, and the pit toilets were kept clean and well-stocked. There are no electrical hook-ups at this site, so come prepared with solar power.

The nearby town, Little Orleans, offers a few places to eat and grab some minimal supplies. Bill’s Place is a popular eatery just off the trail.

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  • Review photo of Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite by Shari  G., January 1, 2022
  • Review photo of Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite by Shari  G., January 1, 2022
  • Review photo of Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite by Shari  G., January 1, 2022
  • Review photo of Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite by Shari  G., January 1, 2022
  • Review photo of Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite by Shari  G., January 1, 2022
  • Review photo of Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite by Shari  G., January 1, 2022
  • Review photo of Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite by Shari  G., January 1, 2022