Campground

Horsepen Branch Hiker-Biker Campsite

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Details

Poolesville, MD, 20837

Lat:39.06938

Lng:-77.398038

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National Park Service

Last Updated: September 12, 2026

Campground Overview

Introduction

Mile 26.1 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and water. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.

Campsite Details

Reservable0

First Come First Serve1

Total Sites1

Group0

Horse1

Tent Only1

Electrical Hookups0

RV Only0

Walk/Boat To1

Other0

Operating Hours

Campground is open year-round. Water is generally available from mid-April to mid-November.

Weather

Campsites are near the Potomac River and are subject to flooding after heavy rains.

Amenities

Toilets

Cell Phone Reception

Potable Water

Rates & Fees

$0.00

Walk-in, tent-only site

First-come, first served.

Rules & Regulations

Fire/Stove Policy

Fires are restricted to the grills and fire rings provided or to portable grills positioned off the ground. Coals must be extinguished and removed from the park. Firewood may be collected from dead material on the ground but for use in campgrounds only. Do not remove wood from the campground. Firewood cannot be brought into the park.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access
Gravel, non-level terrain
Cell Phone Information
Cell phone reception is spotty throughout the park and is dependent on the carrier.
RV Allowed
No
RV Information
N/A
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
Not ADA accessible
Trailer Allowed
No
Access Roads
No Roads
Classifications
Primitive Camping Areas

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