Antietam Creek Campsite

Antietam, Maryland · 302 ft · In Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

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At a glance

5 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026

Price per night: $10–$20recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
Sites: 20From recreation.gov's site list · Oct 2026
Hookups: Not yet known
Elevation: 302 ft (92 m)302 ft92 m
Pets: Allowed
Big rigs: Not yet known
Season: Apr 15 – Nov 15From nps.gov · Sep 2026
Cell signal: Not yet known

Sites20

Antietam Creek Campsite lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.

Site	Type	Longest rig	People
001	Tent only	Tents only	8
002	Tent only	Tents only	8
003	Tent only	Tents only	8
004	Tent only	Tents only	8
005	Tent only	Tents only	8
006	Tent only	Tents only	8
007	Tent only	Tents only	8
008	Tent only	Tents only	8
009	Tent only	Tents only	8
010	Tent only	Tents only	8

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Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park · 20 campgrounds

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Amenities

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Campfires allowed
Campfires allowed
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About

Overview

The Antietam Creek Campground is located at Mile 69.4 on the C&O Canal Towpath, a few miles south of Shepherdstown on the Maryland side of the Potomac River. The campsites are nestled in the woods between the Canal and the Potomac River and they are a short distance from many recreational opportunities. Fishing, boating and hiking are but a few possibilities while staying at Antietam Creek Campground. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.

Recreation

Popular activities at Antietam Creek include boating and fishing. Kayaking the creek and surrounding areas, the scenery changes at various times of the year. Nearby boat ramps at Dargan Bend and Snyders Landing provide motor boat access to the river. Fishing is also a popular pastime in both the watered sections of the C&O Canal the Potomac River. Be sure to acquire a Maryland Fishing License for those age 16 or older. West Virginia Licenses are approved for fishing in the Potomac only.

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Cell service at Antietam Creek Campsite: FCC map Dec 2025

Weather

National Weather Service

TueSunny, 2% chance of rain82°64°
WedSunny, 11% chance of rain86°59°
ThuRain Showers Likely, 68% chance of rain66°57°
FriChance Rain Showers, 35% chance of rain79°42°
SatSunny, 3% chance of rain54°34°

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