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Potomac Forks Hiker Biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Description

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.

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Location

Potomac Forks Hiker Biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park is located in Maryland

Detail location of campground

Directions

More information is available at http://www.nps.gov/choh/.

Coordinates

39.53094 N
78.588975 W

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Access

  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Connectivity

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    Excellent Coverage
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    Verizon5G
    Good Coverage
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    AT&T5G
    Good Coverage

Site Types

  • Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets

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Reviewed Jun. 16, 2022

Small

This HBO site literally only has two spots to set up your tent. Likely 3 tent max unless you want to sleep on a slope. You can set up on the lockhouse but I don't know if its OK or not

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Potomac Forks Hiker Biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Potomac Forks Hiker Biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Potomac Forks Hiker Biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is good coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and good coverage for Verizon.