Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Williamsport, MD, MD

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (78 reviews)

Season: May through October

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. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.Fifteen Mile Creek Campground is adjacent to the confluence of Fifteen Mile Creek and the Potomac River on the Maryland side.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/fifteen-mile-creek-campsite to be notified when sites open up.

Fifteen Mile Creek offers excellent boating and fishing opportunities with a well-maintained boat ramp and clean facilities. Google reviewers consistently praise the gorgeous surrounding views, maintained bathrooms, and excellent stargazing opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Gray Fox, North American River Otter, Worm-eating Warbler, Eastern Whip-Poor-Will, American Redstart, Northern Parula, Eastern Hognose Snake, Eastern Fence Lizard, and Eastern Box Turtle have been documented within 8km.

Insider tips for Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite: Book early — this is a popular federal campground. RV maximum length is 20 feet; not suitable for larger rigs. Located on the C&O Canal Towpath at Mile 140, ideal for canal biking and hiking access.

Skip Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You plan to visit outside May-October — campground is seasonal.. You want to bring alcoholic beverages — they are prohibited..

Best time to visit Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite (Williamsport, MD), Spring Gap Campground (Cumberland, MD), Mccoy’S Ferry Campground (Williamsport, MD), Rohrbach Group Campground (Sharpsburg, MD).

Cell Phone Coverage at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

Cell signal at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite (Williamsport, MD): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

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Williamsport, MD, MD★ 3.8 (78 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.Fifteen Mile Creek Campground is adjacent to the confluence of Fifteen Mile Creek and the Potomac River on the Maryland side.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You plan to visit outside May-October — campground is seasonal.✕ You want to bring alcoholic beverages — they are prohibited.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground.

RV maximum length is 20 feet; not suitable for larger rigs.

Located on the C&O Canal Towpath at Mile 140, ideal for canal biking and hiking access.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Gray Fox, North American River Otter, Worm-eating Warbler, Eastern Whip-Poor-Will, American Redstart, Northern Parula, Eastern Hognose Snake, Eastern Fence Lizard, and Eastern Box Turtle have been documented within 8km.

Location

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(301) 739-4200· Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
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. RV and Oversized Vehicle Warning : Do not use GPS as it will try to take you through a low clearance tunnel. After taking Exit 68, stay on Orleans Rd for 3 m

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite cost per night?+
Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite open?+
Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite?+
Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite?+
Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite open, and what are check-in times?+
Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$10 /night★ 3.8 (78)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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