Overview

The Paw Paw Tunnel Campground is located at Mile 156 on the C&O Canal Towpath on the Maryland side of the Potomac River, across from the town of Paw Paw in West Virginia. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.

Facilities

There are 10 single campsites, each has a picnic table, fire ring and grill. Each site can accommodate eight people. If there is a larger group, reserve two sites next to each other. Portable toilets are available. Hand pump water is available from April 15-November 1.

Natural Features

Nearby Attractions

Continue your adventures at Green Ridge State Forest! The city of Cumberland, MD is just 25 miles (40 km) west on MD Route 51.

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Important Notices

• Water & Hygiene. Bring a backup supply of potable water as pump handles may not be in place at all times. Restrooms will be cleaned twice weekly. Please bring your own hand sanitizer, soap and toilet paper as these items have been the subject of theft.

• Winter supplies. Please bring ample water if winter, and food as minimal supplies are available if at all in surrounding towns.

• Fires are permitted in established fire rings. Please ensure that your fire is extinguished completely each time you leave the area. The cutting or defacing of any live growth is strictly prohibited. Kiln fired or dried wood may be brought into the park. Fallen dead timber in the park may be used for on-site firewood. Bring handsaws to cut fallen wood. Chainsaws are prohibited. Park Rangers reserve the right to ban all fires during periods of drought.

• Scouts and Large Groups: Please reserve two adjacent sites. Check the facility map for numbering.

• Quiet Hours. Please observe quiet hours between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

• Alcohol & Marijuana. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. Marijuana is illegal on federal property.

• Pets are allowed in the campgrounds. They must be restrained by a 6 ft. leash at all times and their waste must be picked up and taken with the owner.

• Check-in and Check-out. Check-in time is 1:00 p.m. ET. Check-out time is 12:00 p.m. ET.

• Remove All Trash. The park is a 'Trash Free Park' and trash cans are not provided. Trash must be picked up and the area left in a clean condition before the group departs.

• Emergencies. If someone is "squatting" in your campsite OR for emergencies, please call the National Capital Region Communications Center at 1-866-677-6677.

Notifications and Alerts

• Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in all Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park campgrounds.

Available Activities

• HIKING - Hiking
• FISHING - Fishing
• CAMPING - Camping
• BIKING - Biking

Directions

<p>From Cumberland, MD: Follow MD State Route 51 South/E Industrial Road for approximately 24 miles (39 km). Paw Paw Campground will be directly off 51, on the left side of the road.</p>

Cancellation Policy

<p><strong>Cancellations</strong></p> <p>A cancellation is the release of a confirmed reservation prior to the start of the defined late cancellation time frame which results in non-use by the original customer. </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Camping and Day Use Facilities</strong></p> <p>Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.</p> <p><strong>Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window</strong></p> <p>• Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p> <p>• Group Facility: Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.</p> <p>• Group Day Use Area: Customers who cancel a group day-use facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will forfeit the total day-use fee.</p>

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