Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite
The Fifteen Mile Creek Campground is located at Mile 140 on the C&O Canal Towpath, in the town of Little Orleans upstream of Hancock and downstream of Paw Paw, WV, on the Maryland side of the of the Potomac River. The campsites are drive-in, large enough to park a small fifth wheel/travel trailer/RV/pop-out with a 20' ft. maximum. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 9 |
| Group tent areas | 1 |
Site guide
10 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 02 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 03 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 04 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 05 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 06 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 07 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 08 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 09 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 10 | Group tent | Partial | Riverfront | 30 / – | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground has nine single drive-in campsites. There is one group site available that does not have direct vehicle access. The group site can accommodate 30 people. Each single will accommodate up to eight people. Single campsites have a picnic table, fire ring and grill. Protected pit toilets are located between campsite #3 and campsite #4 along the dead end circle. Potable hand pump water is available from April 15 - October 31. No motor vehicle traffic is allowed on the towpath. Parking is allowed in the drive-in campsites and the adjacent parking lot for vehicles with trailers and support vehicles for the group site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Hagerstown: Take I-70 W to I-68 W. Take Exit 68 towards Little Orleans. Follow Orleans Rd for 4 miles. Make a left on High Germany Rd. and it will dead end at the campground. From Cumberland: Take I-68 east for 25 miles to exit 68 and then follow Orleans Road for 4 miles. Make a left on High Germany Rd and it will dead end in the park.
| Nearest town | Williamsport, Maryland |
| Coordinates | 39.6247° N, 78.3848° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 4.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Trail Depot ↗ | 8.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Bear Creek RV ↗ | 50 mi |
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Natural features
Fifteen Mile Creek Campground is adjacent to the confluence of Fifteen Mile Creek and the Potomac River on the Maryland side. Tucked in the mountains of Western Maryland and adjacent to Green Ridge State Forest, natural beauty is plentiful all times of the year, but especially during autumn.
Recreation
The most popular activity for Fifteen Mile Creek campers is boating and fishing. The campground has a boat ramp for easy access to the Potomac River for kayakers and fisherman alike. Be sure to acquire a Maryland Fishing License for those age 16 or older.
Nearby
Greenridge State Forest and Billmeyer Wildlife Management Area are state managed areas available for additional activities. This area is remote.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite?
Sites at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite have?
10 sites, including 9 standard sites without power and 1 group tent area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite?
Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite?
Yes, pets are allowed at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite?
The most popular activity for Fifteen Mile Creek campers is boating and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite?
Williamsport, Maryland. Greenridge State Forest and Billmeyer Wildlife Management Area are state managed areas available for additional activities.
Source: Getting there
What if Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Indigo Neck Hiker Biker Overnight (Hbo) Campsite (1.4 mi, first-come), Devils Alley Hiker-Biker Campsite (1.4 mi, first-come), and Stickpile Hill Hiker-Biker Overnight (Hbo) Campsite (2.9 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite in?
Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite is a Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.