Within Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, North Mountain Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite provides a designated stopping point for cyclists and hikers traversing the towpath. The National Park Service manages this established site with basic amenities including water access and restroom facilities. The campground features flat, open terrain that accommodates multiple tents with adequate spacing between sites.
One reviewer noted the site's clean conditions and quiet environment after a day of biking along the canal route. The campground restricts pets from the area. For additional overnight options along the canal system, campers can explore sites around Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park.
Description
Mile 110.0 - No fee charged. Stay is limited to one night per site, per trip. All sites have a chemical toilet, water, a picnic table, and grill. 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.
Location
Private CampgroundNorth Mountain Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park is located in Maryland
Directions
More information is available at http://www.nps.gov/choh/.
Coordinates
39.610663 N
77.959636 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 11/19/25
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 11 min from Hagerstown, MD
- 29 min from Chambersburg, PA
- 43 min from Winchester, VA
- 58 min from Gettysburg, PA
