Rohrbach Group Campground

Four civil war cannons along a green foggy field.
Historic Dunker Church, a white stone building under a blue sky
A picnic table under autumn leaved-trees and a blue sky
Four civil war cannons along a green foggy field.
The grassy field that comprises Rohrbach Group Campground

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

10 total sites

Tent Sites

10 sites

About Rohrbach Group Campground

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. After twelve hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862, 23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's first invasion into the North and led to Abraham Lincoln's issuance of the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation. Rohrbach Campground is part of the Antietam National Battlefield. It is a walk-in, primitive camping area available to scouts and civic organization groups only (see "Know Before You Go," below, for individual camping options in the area). The campground has 10 sites, each of which is provided with a fire ring and picnic tables and space to accommodate a maximum of 30 people. The campground is typically open from April through November.

Number of accommodations: 10

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently open - Apr 1 to Nov 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Campfire Ring
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

10 Sites Available

Site
Price
001, Loop: Rohrbach campground Tent
30 guests · Campfire
Price not available
002, Loop: Rohrbach campground Tent
30 guests · Campfire
Price not available
003, Loop: Rohrbach campground Tent
30 guests · Campfire
Price not available
004, Loop: Rohrbach campground Tent
30 guests · Campfire
Price not available
005, Loop: Rohrbach campground Tent
30 guests · Campfire
Price not available
006, Loop: Rohrbach campground Tent
30 guests · Campfire
Price not available
007, Loop: Rohrbach campground Tent
30 guests · Campfire
Price not available
008, Loop: Rohrbach campground Tent
30 guests · Campfire
Price not available
009, Loop: Rohrbach campground Tent
30 guests · Campfire
Price not available
010, Loop: Rohrbach campground Tent
30 guests · Campfire
Price not available

Reviews (27)

What Guests Are Saying

Rohrbach Group Campground offers spacious, well-maintained sites with clean facilities, making it a favorite for many scout troops. While the distance from parking and the sloped terrain can pose challenges, campers appreciate the space between sites and nearby hiking opportunities. The lack of convenient potable water is noted, but overall, the site provides a pleasant camping experience.

Review Summary

4.4
27 reviews
5
51.9%
14
4
40.7%
11
3
7.4%
2
2
0.0%
0
1
0.0%
0

James T

Verified

January 16, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: Rohrbach campground

5

Clean Facilities and maintained grounds. Convenient to Antetim Battlefield.

Patrick C

Verified

January 24, 2020 Stayed at: 006, Loop: Rohrbach campground

5

This is a great option for scout troops or other youth groups to camp right next to the battle field. Sites are large and flat for easy set up. We met some other really nice troops in the sites near us, so take the time to mingle and make new friends. Overall, a very good experience. There is not a water source right at the campsite, so be sure to bring a few containers of water. You can at a source that is fairly close.

Kevin H

Verified

January 27, 2020 Stayed at: 007, Loop: Rohrbach campground

4

Great campsites with nice latrine facilities. The only complaints would be lugging all of the gear up and down the hill to the campsite from the parking area.

Edwin T

Verified

November 14, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: Rohrbach campground

3

Need better access to the lower sites a parking area down near site 9 and 10 would help

Jennifer N

Verified

November 21, 2021 Stayed at: 010, Loop: Rohrbach campground

5

It was so easy to get set up and camp. There was a lot of open space, the bathrooms were cleaned, and the firewood was well stocked. The only issue we had was that we didn't know which site we were on when we set up camp. There are no markers for where each camp site is so we ended up on another group's site. It turned out okay in the end, but some clear markers to show which site is which would be helpful. The map was a bit confusing.

Ted S

Verified

November 29, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: Rohrbach campground

5

The site was well maintained with an ample supply of firewood ready. My only suggestion would be to possibly dig out the fire ring a little, as it was close to the brim with leftovers. Other than that, Troop 279 had a great time and would definitely come again!

John O

Verified

March 29, 2022 Stayed at: 002, Loop: Rohrbach campground

4

The campground was in good shape and the boys enjoyed the time spent at Antietam.

Having a pile of firewood was also a plus!

Jaime S

Verified

April 3, 2022 Stayed at: 002, Loop: Rohrbach campground

5

Campground and bathrooms kept clean.

John S

Verified

April 3, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: Rohrbach campground

5

Registration process was simple and we appreciated that they provide firewood.

Patrick G

Verified

April 11, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: Rohrbach campground

5

Great camping location for Scouts when hiking the Antietam Battlefield. Only downside is there is no water available, but I knew this going in, so it wasn't an issue.

Location Rohrbach Group Campground

Address:
Antietam National Battlefield Po Box 158
Sharpsburg, MD, 21782-0158
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via MD Rt 65, which is one mile from Sharpsburg, and approximately ten miles south of I-70.

Elevation: 160 feet

Distance to downtown

1.3 mi drive to downtown Sharpsburg (about 3 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • Scout and Civic Groups Only. Rohrbach Group Campground is available for Scout groups and civic organization groups only. Family and individual camping is not available at this facility.
  • Bring your own potable water. Drinking water is not provided at the campground. There is a spicket with drinking water located behind the park visitor center. 
  • Individual Camping Options. For visitors interested in family/individual campsites (not available at Antietam National Battlefield), try Antietam Creek Campground, located approximately 15 minutes from Antietam National Battlefield. Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park offers several other campgrounds while Catoctin Mountain Park, approximately 45 minutes away, offers Owens Creek Campground and other overnight facilities.
  • Campfires. Campfires are only permitted in the provided fire rings at each campsite. Fires may only be ignited using fuel sources designed and commonly used for warmth or preparation of food, such as charcoal or natural firewood. Lighting or maintaining a fire with other materials such as flammable liquids, garbage, fireworks, aerosol, lighter fluid, or other manufactured or synthetic material is prohibited. 
  • Alcohol Prohibited. The consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited.
  • Entrance Fee. Antietam National Battlefield charges an entrance fee separate from camping fees. You may pay the fee upon arrival or purchase in advance. The park also honors America the Beautiful - the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands (interagency) passes (e.g., annual, senior, access, 4th grade, Golden Age pass etc.). For more information visit the park's Fees & Passes web page. 
  • Firewood Restrictions. Antietam National Battlefield and the Rohrbach Campground will no longer be providing firewood to groups. If you bring your own firewood, it must be from the state of MD or USDA certified 'bug-free' firewood. 
  • STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood . CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit the National Invasive Species Information Center.  

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: September 3, 2026

National Park Service Logo
Managed by National Park Service