Calico Rocks Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite
Open year-round, first-come first-served, no fee. Well water is available mid-April through mid-November but is non-potable and requires treatment before use. Water handles are removed mid-November through mid-April for freeze protection.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 1 at 7:57PM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. * WHERE...The Washington and Baltimore metropolitan areas including the District of Columbia and city of Baltimore, northeast, central, and southern Maryland, as well as northern Virginia and the Virginia Piedmont. * WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Thursday. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 1 at 7:57PM EDT until July 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. * WHERE...The Washington and Baltimore metropolitan areas including the District of Columbia and city of Baltimore, northeast, central, and southern Maryland, as well as northern Virginia and the Virginia Piedmont. * WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Thursday. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
Heat Advisory issued July 1 at 7:57PM EDT until July 1 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. * WHERE...The Washington and Baltimore metropolitan areas including the District of Columbia and city of Baltimore, northeast, central, and southern Maryland, as well as northern Virginia and the Virginia Piedmont. * WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Thursday. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
About
Calico Rocks Hiker-Biker Campsite is one of 30 primitive campsites spaced every 5-7 miles along the 184.5-mile C&O Canal towpath. Located at Mile 47.6 near Point of Rocks, Maryland, it serves through-hikers and cyclists traveling the historic towpath between Georgetown and Cumberland. The campsite is free with no reservations required and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Overnight stays are limited to one night per site per trip. Standard amenities include a chemical toilet, picnic table, fire pit, and a hand-pump well. The well water is non-potable and must be filtered, chemically treated, or boiled before drinking or cooking. The site is positioned 1-5 miles from the nearest parking area and is accessible only on foot or by bicycle. Campers must pack out all trash as this is a trash-free park. Pets are allowed but must be kept on a leash at all times. The campsite can accommodate 5-10 tents depending on configuration.
Directions
Located at mile 47.6 along the C&O Canal towpath, accessible only by foot or bicycle. Near Point of Rocks, Maryland.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| choh_information@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (301) 739-4200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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