Marsden Tract Group Campsite
Potomac, Maryland · 151 ft · In Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
Photos: Steve Dean
At a glance
5 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 151 ft (46 m)151 ft46 m
Sites6
Marsden Tract Group Campsite lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026.
Amenities
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- Backcountry camping
- Group sites only
- Tent sites
- Reservations (required)
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About
Overview
Scouts built the Marsden Tract Group Campground to provide access to larger campsites within easy commuting distance of the D.C. Metro area. It is located at Mile 11.5 on the C&O Canal Towpath, between the Carderock Recreation Area and the historic Old Anglers Inn (private).
The group campsites are nestled in the woods between the Canal and the Potomac River and they are a short distance from many recreational opportunities. Fishing, rock climbing, paddling and hiking are but a few possibilities while staying at Marsden Tract. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
From National Park Service — campgrounds, OpenStreetMap, Overture Maps Foundation — Places, Recreation.gov, and Recreation.gov — campground rate cards · · Edit
Cell service
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- AT&T5G · 4G LTE
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Marsden Tract Group Campsite: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- MonPartly Sunny73°55°
- TueSunny, 5% chance of rain80°64°
- WedSunny, 6% chance of rain85°62°
- ThuSlight Chance Rain Showers, 24% chance of rain68°59°
- FriChance Showers And Thunderstorms, 38% chance of rain76°46°
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Location and contact
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