Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights2 sites open for every nightA forested campground near hiking, and mountain biking. RV fit varies by site.
Early September Update: The river is at its 100% peak best summer quality. Still quite warm and PERFECT for lounging, floating, kayaking and snorkeling (20 ft visibility or better).

















Length limits vary by campsite.
Availability on Hipcamp.
| Site | Fr 13 | Sa 14 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Site 9 | ✓ | X | from $33 |
| Site 10 | ✓ | X | from $33 |
| Site 11 | ✓ | X | from $33 |
| Site 2 | ✓ | X | from $33 |
| Site 1 | ✓ | X | from $33 |
| Site 3 | ✓ | X | from $33 |
| site 6 | ✓ | X | from $33 |
| Site 4 | ✓ | X | from $33 |
| Site 5 | ✓ | X | from $33 |
| Site 8 | ✓ | X | from $33 |
| Site 7 | ✓ | X | from $33 |
Official facts link to their source; “Listing” facts come from the Hipcamp listing. Anything we can't source says so.
| Hilltop Two | ✓ | X | from $45 |
| The Hilltop | X | X | from $53 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights2 sites open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights12 sites open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights21 sites open for every night13 individual reservable campsites from Hipcamp, checked Nov 7. Rates are the listed nightly rates.
13 sites · from $45, from $33/night
0 open Nov 13–Nov 15
An idea to start from, built from this campground's listing and real tours nearby. Times, openings and prices change, so check each before you go.
Longer tours — plan travel time before and after.
Williamsport, once a thriving and bustling canal town, transported tons of coal up and down the canal from Cumberland, MD to Washington, DC. Take a walk and imagine dozens of boats, workers, and mules…
Source: National Park Service. Tours are in the free NPS App.
Rentals that may deliver here and whose listed length fits sites up to 40 ft. Delivery may be available — confirm fees and dates with the owner before you book.

Travel trailer · 21 ft · sleeps 5 · 17 mi from campground
$125/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available
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Travel trailer · 16 ft · sleeps 7 · 18 mi from campground
$110/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available
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Travel trailer · 21 ft · sleeps 4 · 59 mi from campground
$108/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available
View rentalPaid experiences on Viator. Distances are from this campground when the tour lists its own start point.

Gettysburg area · 2 hr · from $44/person

Gettysburg area · 1 hr · from $26/person

Gettysburg area · 1.5 hr · from $30/person
Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center in Potomac, MD
This program will take place at Cushwa Basin Visitor Center Picnic Area. Due to weather conditions, we may…
Source: National Park Service (Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park). Photos link to nps.gov and are credited to their photographers.
Share of site-nights open, booked and closed on Hipcamp for the next months, checked Nov 7. Months further out may not be released for booking yet.
| Month | Open | Booked | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 29% | 0% | 0% |
| Dec 2026 | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Jan 2027 | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Feb 2027 | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Mar 2027 | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Apr 2027 | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| May 2027 | 100% | 0% | 0% |
Gettysburg area · 2 hr–4 hr · from $17/person

Gettysburg area · 1.5 hr · from $20/person

Gettysburg area · 1.5 hr · from $20/person

Gettysburg area · 1.5 hr · from $35/person

Gettysburg area · 1.3 hr · from $24/person

Gettysburg area · 1 hr–2 hr · from $10/person
Ranger programs, trails and park activities — typically free. Separate from paid tours above.

Park your car and stretch your legs! Visit four different National Parks in Washington, DC and begin logging miles on seven different National Historic or National Scenic trails!

During the winter months, the C&O Canal may accumulate enough snow for winter activities like skiing and snowshoeing. Visitors can step out onto the towpath and enjoy a short or…

1-8 Hours
There are many places to access the Potomac Heritage Trail, including many connector trails from county parks.

2-4 Hours
Head down the C&O Canal NHP towpath in Oldtown, Maryland into a rare ecosystem mirroring that of the West. Spot a variety of wildlife and dragonfly species in this secluded…

1-1 Hours
Today, visitors can enjoy life on the canal during a free replica canal launch boat program at Williamsport. During the late 19th and early 20th century, 30-foot battery and steam…

1-2 Minutes
Walk through the 3,118-foot Paw Paw Tunnel, a significant engineering feature along Mile 155 of the C&O Canal towpath.
Source: National Park Service (Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park). Photos link to nps.gov and are credited to their photographers.