Antietam Creek Campsite
- Price:
- $10 per night
- Rating:
- 4.2 stars (171 reviews)
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
Overview
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park is managed by National Park Service and is located near Potomac, Maryland. Preserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potomac River as coal, lumber, and agricultural products floated down the waterway to market. Today it endures as a pathway for discovering historical, natural, and recreational treasures.
Things to Do at Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
Camping Opportunities
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park offers 7 campgrounds with various amenities and settings. From developed campgrounds with full facilities to primitive backcountry sites, there are options for every camping style.
Carderock Recreation Area Pavilion
- Price:
- $125 per night
- Rating:
- 4.2 stars (17 reviews)
Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite
- Price:
- $10 - $20 per night
- Rating:
- 3.7 stars (70 reviews)
Marsden Tract Group Campsite
- Price:
- $20 per night
- Rating:
- 3.9 stars (42 reviews)
Mccoy'S Ferry Campground
- Price:
- $10 - $20 per night
- Rating:
- 4.1 stars (167 reviews)
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park include:
Nearby Activities
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Paddling
- Wildlife Viewing
Plan Your Visit
Reservation Tips
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park is a popular destination. Campground reservations typically open several months in advance. For peak season visits, book as early as possible. Check individual facility pages for specific booking windows and availability.
Getting There
The park has numerous access points. There is no main entrance. In Washington, DC, the C&O Canal begins in Georgetown on 29th Street NW, south of M Street, and runs alongside Canal Road / Clara Barton Parkway out of DC to the west. The entrance to Great Falls is at Canal Road and MacArthur Blvd in Potomac, MD. Park Headquarters and the Williamsport Visitor Center are located off I-81 at exit 2. Cumberland Visitor Center is off I-68 at exit 43C. See the maps page for more.
GPS Coordinates: 39.00028400000000, -77.24814000000001
Contact & Resources
Phone: (301) 739-4200
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