Spring Gap Campground
Spring Gap, Maryland · 564 ft · In Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
Photos: Steve Dean
At a glance
5 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 564 ft (172 m)564 ft172 m
Sites14
Spring Gap Campground lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
- 01Standard · up to 8 people
- 02Standard · up to 8 people
- 03Standard · up to 8 people20 ft
- 04Standard · up to 8 people20 ft
- 05Standard · up to 8 people20 ft
- 06Standard · up to 8 people20 ft
- 07Standard · up to 8 people20 ft
- 08Standard · up to 8 people
- 09Group · up to 30 people20 ft
- 10Standard · up to 8 people20 ft
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From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026.
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park · 20 campgrounds
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Open in the mapOther campgrounds in Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park 19
Nearest first. This park is spread out: the closest is 9 miles away.
- Town Creek Hiker-Biker Overnight (HBO) Campsite1 site · Free10 mi
- Paw Paw CampgroundFree14 mi
- Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite10 sites · $10–$20 a night · Reserve on Recreation.gov14 mi
- Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite10 sites · $10–$20 a night · Reserve on Recreation.gov18 mi
- Indigo Neck Hiker Biker Overnight (HBO) Campsite1 site · Free20 mi
- Cacapon Junction Hiker-Biker Overnight (HBO) Campsite1 site · Free24 mi
Also in the park: 23 backcountry and High Sierra camps
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- Tent sites
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About
Overview
The Spring Gap Campground is located at Mile 173.3 on the C&O Canal Towpath, near the city of Cumberland on the Maryland side of the Potomac River. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Recreation
The most popular activities for Spring Gap campers are hiking the local trails, biking the C&O Canal Towpath, paddling and fishing. The campground has a boat ramp for easy access to the Potomac River for kayakers and anglers alike. Be sure to acquire a Maryland Fishing License for those age 16 or older.
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Cell service
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- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Spring Gap Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 22% chance of rain86°59°
- ThuRain Showers, 81% chance of rain67°58°
- FriRain Showers Likely, 55% chance of rain77°39°
- SatMostly Sunny, 9% chance of rain54°32°
- SunSunny63°37°
Nearby camping
SeeSee all on the mapOutside the park, nearest first.
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3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
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