Town Creek Hiker-biker Overnight Campsite
Open year-round, first-come, first-served. No fee or reservation required. One-night stay limit per trip. Non-potable well water available mid-April through mid-November only; pump handles are removed in winter. Campers should bring water treatment supplies or carry their own water.
About
Town Creek Hiker-Biker Campsite sits at Mile 162.1 of the historic C&O Canal towpath in Allegany County, Maryland. Part of a network of primitive hiker-biker sites spaced every 5-7 miles along the 184.5-mile towpath, it serves long-distance cyclists and hikers traveling between Georgetown and Cumberland. The site is located 1-5 miles from the nearest parking area, making it best suited for those traveling the trail rather than car campers. 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 use. Water is available from mid-April through mid-November; pump handles are removed during winter months to prevent freeze damage. Fires are restricted to the provided fire pit or grill, and only kiln-fired wood or dead material collected on-site may be burned. The site is free with no reservation required. Stays are limited to one night per trip. Quiet hours are 10 PM to 6 AM. Pets must be leashed at all times. All trash must be packed out. Hammocks are permitted using tree straps at least one inch wide.
Directions
Located at mile 162.1 on the C&O Canal towpath, accessible only by foot or bicycle from the towpath.
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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 | — |
| 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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