Established Camping
Potomac Forks Hiker Biker Overnight Campsite — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
About
National Park Service
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
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.
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
GuideSmall
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
Location
Potomac Forks 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
39.53094 N
78.588975 W