Mccoy's Ferry Campground
The McCoys Ferry Campground is located at Mile 110.4 on the C&O Canal Towpath, between the towns of Big Pool and Big Spring on the Maryland side of the Potomac River. The campsites are drive-in, large enough to park a very small fifth wheel/travel trailer/RV/pop-out with a 20' ft. (6.1 m) maximum. McCoys Ferry has a tunnel access which limits vehicle height to 10' 3" (3.12 m). Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 12 |
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
13 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 002 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 003 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 004 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 005 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 006 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 007 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 008 | Group | Partial | Riverfront | 30 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 009 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 010 | Standard | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | 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 12 single drive-in campsites. Each single will accommodate up to eight people. Single campsites have a picnic table, fire ring and grill. There is one group site available with space for two vehicles and a small trailer or support vehicle less than 20 ft (6 m). The group site can accommodate 30 people and has four picnic tables with grill and fire pit. Protected pit toilets and accessible portable toilets are available. Potable hand pump water is available April 15 - November 1. 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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Hagerstown, MD: Take I-70 W to Exit 18 towards Clear Springs. Make a left onto U.S. Route 40. About a mile (1.6 km) later make another left on Martin Street. This road will head out of town for a few miles. Make a right on MD State Route 56. Then a few miles later make a left on McCoy's Ferry Rd.
| Nearest town | Williamsport, Maryland |
| Coordinates | 39.6094° N, 77.9699° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Trail Depot ↗ | 13.7 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 19.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 34.7 mi |
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Worth a stop
Fort Frederick State Park is located nearby, a rare pre-Revolution stone fort from the French & Indian War. Living History programming is available weekends in the summer.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Tucked in the mountains of Western Maryland and adjacent to Fort Frederick State Park, experience the history and culture of the area as well as its natural beauty, which is plentiful all times of the year, but especially during autumn.
Recreation
The most popular activities for McCoys Ferry 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.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Mccoy's Ferry Campground?
Sites at Mccoy's Ferry Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Mccoy's Ferry Campground?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Mccoy's Ferry Campground have?
13 sites, including 12 standard sites without power and 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Mccoy's Ferry Campground?
Mccoy's Ferry Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Mccoy's Ferry Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Mccoy's Ferry Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Mccoy's Ferry Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Mccoy's Ferry Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 5G and T-Mobile 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 Mccoy's Ferry Campground?
The most popular activities for McCoys Ferry campers is boating and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Mccoy's Ferry Campground?
Williamsport, Maryland. Fort Frederick State Park is located nearby, a rare pre-Revolution stone fort from the French & Indian War.
Source: Getting there
What if Mccoy's Ferry Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are North Mountain Hiker-Biker Campsite (0.6 mi, first-come), Licking Creek Hiker-Biker Campsite (5.1 mi, first-come), and Jordan Junction Hiker-Biker Campsite (6.2 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Mccoy's Ferry Campground in?
Mccoy's Ferry Campground is a Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.