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.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 8:36AM 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 108 expected. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central and western Maryland, northwest Virginia, and eastern and panhandle West Virginia. * WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, until 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 8:36AM 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 108 expected. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central and western Maryland, northwest Virginia, and eastern and panhandle West Virginia. * WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, until 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
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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