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National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 26, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
Mile 140 (Allegany County, MD) - The campground has nine single drive-in campsites. There is one group site available that does not have direct vehicle access. The group site can accommodate 30 people. Each single will accommodate up to eight people. Single campsites have a picnic table, fire ring and grill. Pit toilets are located between campsite #3 and campsite #4 along the dead end circle. Potable water is available from mid-April to mid-November No motor vehicle traffic is allowed on the towpath.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
Peak Season: April 15 - November 15 || Non-Peak Season: November 16 - April 14
Weather
The Washington, DC, area has a four-season Mid-Atlantic climate. Summertime is warm and humid, while winter can be cold and snowy. Precipitation averages 2-4” monthly, year-round. The climate gradually gets cooler and wetter further west along the canal where the elevation is higher.
Amenities
Toilets
Cell Phone Reception
Potable Water
Directions
Near Little Orleans, Allegany County, Maryland
Rates & Fees
Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric (Peak Season)
April 16 - November 15 (Peak Season)
Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric (Non-Peak Season)
November 16 - April 15 (Non-Peak Season)
Standard Nonelectric (Peak Season)
April 16 - November 15 (Peak Season)
Standard Nonelectric (Non-Peak Season)
November 16 - April 15 (Non-Peak Season)
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Fire PitAccessibility
RV Allowed
No
RV Maximum Length
0
Additional Information
Well water within the reservable campgrounds is potable and treated with iodine - do NOT drink if you have any iodine allergies or if you are on medication for an overactive thyroid. In general, well water is clean and able to be used without additional treatment. However, as a general precaution for wells located in a flood zone, you are advised to boil or treat the water before use for your own protection. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.
Trailer Maximum Length
0
Trailer Allowed
No
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