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Rohrbach Group Campground

Antietam National Battlefield — hiking

Location: Sharpsburg, MD, MD

Price: From $25 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (24 reviews)

Season: May through October

THIS IS NOT A PUBLIC CAMPGROUND. ONLY SCOUTS AND CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS MAY USE ROHRBACH CAMPGROUND. Antietam National Battlefield is the site of the bloodiest one day battle in American history.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/rohrbach-group-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Affordable camping at $25/night near the historic Antietam National Battlefield with large mowed grass areas, fire pits, and picnic tables. Google reviewers praise it as a great option for scout troops and groups seeking inexpensive lodging close to hiking trails and the battlefield.

Wildlife alert: Bald Eagle, Barred Owl, White-tailed Deer, Groundhog, Green Heron, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Painted Turtle, Northern Ringneck Snake, and Eastern Garter Snake documented in the area.

Insider tips for Rohrbach Group Campground: Book early as this is a popular federal campground Easy hiking access to Antietam battlefield and historic bridge from campground Visit the National Cemetery's Jr Ranger program during your stay

Skip Rohrbach Group Campground if: You need electrical or water hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You are not part of a Scout or civic organization — this is restricted to groups only, not individual campers. You plan to camp outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Rohrbach Group Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Antietam Creek Campsite (Williamsport, MD), Mccoy’S Ferry Campground (Williamsport, MD), Adirondack Shelters (Thurmont, MD), Camp Greentop (Thurmont, MD).

Cell Phone Coverage at Rohrbach Group Campground

Cell signal at Rohrbach Group Campground (Sharpsburg, MD): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
  • T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage

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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Sharpsburg, MD, MD★ 4.5 (24 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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THIS IS NOT A PUBLIC CAMPGROUND. ONLY SCOUTS AND CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS MAY USE ROHRBACH CAMPGROUND. Antietam National Battlefield is the site of the bloodiest one day battle in American history.

Best for:HikersFamiliesSites:Tent
LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

Verified facts

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

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Drinking Water

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 electrical or water hookups — no hookups available at most sites✕ You are not part of a Scout or civic organization — this is restricted to groups only, not individual campers✕ You plan to camp outside May-October — seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a popular federal campground

Easy hiking access to Antietam battlefield and historic bridge from campground

Visit the National Cemetery's Jr Ranger program during your stay

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G + 5G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Bald Eagle, Barred Owl, White-tailed Deer, Groundhog, Green Heron, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Painted Turtle, Northern Ringneck Snake, and Eastern Garter Snake documented in the area.

Location

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(301) 432-5124· Antietam National Battlefield
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The visitor center is located at 5831 Dunker Church Rd. off of MD Rt 65, ten miles (16 km) south of I-70 and one mile north of historic Sharpsburg, Maryland. The campground is located at 18316 Burnside Bridge Road, Sharpsburg, MD 21782.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Antietam National Battlefield fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Antietam National Battlefield before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Rohrbach Group Campground cost per night?+
Rohrbach Group Campground costs $25 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Rohrbach Group Campground open?+
Rohrbach Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Rohrbach Group Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Rohrbach Group Campground?+
Rohrbach Group Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Rohrbach Group Campground?+
Rohrbach Group Campground 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 Rohrbach Group Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Rohrbach Group Campground is rated strong. Best carrier: AT&T. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Rohrbach Group Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Rohrbach Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$25 /night★ 4.5 (24)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Antietam Creek Campsite

Williamsport, MD

From $10/night

Mccoy’S Ferry Campground

Williamsport, MD

From $10/night

Adirondack Shelters

Thurmont, MD

From $20/night

Camp Greentop

Thurmont, MD

From $1000/night

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