Devils Alley Hiker-biker Campsite
Open year-round, first-come first-served with no fee or reservation required. Stays limited to one night per site per trip. Well water is available mid-April through mid-November but is non-potable and must be filtered, treated, or boiled before use.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 3:14AM 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 109 expected. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111 expected. * WHERE...In Maryland, Washington and Central and Eastern Allegany Counties. In West Virginia, Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan Counties. * WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening. 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 2 at 3:14AM 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 109 expected. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111 expected. * WHERE...In Maryland, Washington and Central and Eastern Allegany Counties. In West Virginia, Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan Counties. * WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening. 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
Devils Alley 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 marker 144.5 near Little Orleans, Maryland, this free walk-in site serves thru-hikers, bikepackers, and paddlers exploring the historic canal corridor. The site includes standard hiker-biker amenities: a chemical toilet, picnic table, fire pit, and non-potable well water. Water is available from mid-April through mid-November but must be filtered, chemically treated, or boiled before use. Fires are restricted to provided grills and fire rings; firewood may be collected from dead material on the ground but cannot be brought into the park. This is a trash-free park, so campers must pack out all garbage. Quiet hours are 10 PM to 6 AM. Pets are allowed but must be leashed at all times. The campsite is located 1-5 miles from the nearest parking area and is not accessible for vehicles or RVs.
Directions
Located at mile marker 144.5 on the C&O Canal towpath, near Little Orleans, Maryland. Access is walk-in only via the towpath; the nearest parking area is 1-5 miles away.
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Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| 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 | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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