Mccoy's Ferry Campground
Open year-round via reservation through Recreation.gov. Potable water from the hand pump is available April 15 through November 1. The campground operates as a Trash Free Park, requiring visitors to pack out all waste. Stay limited to 14 consecutive days between May 1 and October 1, with a maximum of 30 days per calendar year.
About
Located at Mile 110.4 on the C&O Canal Towpath between Big Pool and Big Spring, McCoy's Ferry Campground provides drive-in camping on the Maryland side of the Potomac River. The campground features 12 individual sites accommodating up to 8 people each, plus one group site for up to 30 people. All sites are nonelectric and include picnic tables with fire rings and grills. The campground's boat ramp makes it a favorite among kayakers and fishermen seeking Potomac River access. Nearby Fort Frederick State Park offers a rare pre-Revolution stone fort from the French & Indian War, with living history programs on summer weekends. The mountains of Western Maryland provide scenic beauty year-round, with autumn foliage being particularly striking. A key consideration for RV and trailer campers: the tunnel access to the campground limits vehicle height to 10'3" and trailer length to 20 feet maximum. Pit toilets and accessible portable toilets are available year-round, while the hand pump potable water operates seasonally from April 15 through November 1.
Directions
From Hagerstown: Take I-70W to Exit 18 towards Clear Springs. Turn left onto U.S. Route 40. About a mile later turn left on Martin Street. Continue out of town for a few miles then turn right on MD Route 56. A few miles later turn left on McCoys Ferry Road. The road dead ends at the campground after passing under the tunnel.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $10 - $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 20ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 20ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| choh_permits@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (301) 739-4200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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