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383 reviews
Antietam Creek Campsite offers a clean and well-maintained environment with friendly hosts and stunning views of the Potomac River. Campsites are spacious and equipped with amenities like fire pits and picnic tables, making it a great spot for outdoor activities, including biking and hiking on the nearby trails. While some visitors experienced issues with site reservations and noise from nearby campers, many found the overall experience enjoyable and would return for future visits.
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April 23, 2023 Stayed at: 005, Loop: Antietam Creek Campsite
The physical site was fine, but the ground was quite bumpy. It made it quite challenging to get comfortable. The other guests at some of the sites were an issue. Guests from at least two other sites were loud and swinging their lights around wildly, blinding anything in their path. We were lying out trying to gaze at the starts, and were flashed in the eyes multiple times. It hurt and was quite frustrating.
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April 23, 2023 Stayed at: 005, Loop: Antietam Creek Campsite
The physical site was fine, but the ground was quite bumpy. It made it quite challenging to get comfortable. The other guests at some of the sites were an issue. Guests from at least two other sites were loud and swinging their lights around wildly, blinding anything in their path. We were lying out trying to gaze at the starts, and were flashed in the eyes multiple times. It hurt and was quite frustrating.
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April 28, 2023 Stayed at: 009, Loop: Antietam Creek Campsite
We had site 9, close to the bridge and not far from the toilets. Except for some road noise, this is a perfect place to camp. So many birds and animals, peaceful river. Definitely recommend!
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April 28, 2023 Stayed at: 009, Loop: Antietam Creek Campsite
We had site 9, close to the bridge and not far from the toilets. Except for some road noise, this is a perfect place to camp. So many birds and animals, peaceful river. Definitely recommend!
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May 28, 2023 Stayed at: 013, Loop: Antietam Creek Campsite
The pot-a-johns and the outhouses were not well maintained. Make sure to bring your own TP. The water point was a great distance from the sites the lower numbered sites. A short drive from the battlefield, overall, a great location.
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May 28, 2023 Stayed at: 013, Loop: Antietam Creek Campsite
The pot-a-johns and the outhouses were not well maintained. Make sure to bring your own TP. The water point was a great distance from the sites the lower numbered sites. A short drive from the battlefield, overall, a great location.
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June 1, 2023 Stayed at: 009, Loop: Antietam Creek Campsite
We really enjoyed this campsite. Campsites 8 and 9 are closest to the footbridge to carry gear in/out since you can’t park at the site itself. It’s maybe a 1-2 walk to your car. Fire pit and charcoal grill at each site.
Downsides are no water at the campground and only bathroom was a portable. There was increased noise from the road and air traffic above but nothing outrageous. Lots of dogs at the campground and one barked most of the night. Not a negative on the site itself but something to be aware of. Our site had leftover trash (some plastic cups in the fire pit and a plastic grocery bag in the bushes).
Town of Sharpsburg is very close. We got ice cream at Nutter’s (there was a line wrapped around the corner and it was worth it). If you’re into history, Antietam Battlefield is 15 mins away and has much to explore.
Overall a very pleasant one night stay!
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June 1, 2023 Stayed at: 009, Loop: Antietam Creek Campsite
We really enjoyed this campsite. Campsites 8 and 9 are closest to the footbridge to carry gear in/out since you can’t park at the site itself. It’s maybe a 1-2 walk to your car. Fire pit and charcoal grill at each site.
Downsides are no water at the campground and only bathroom was a portable. There was increased noise from the road and air traffic above but nothing outrageous. Lots of dogs at the campground and one barked most of the night. Not a negative on the site itself but something to be aware of. Our site had leftover trash (some plastic cups in the fire pit and a plastic grocery bag in the bushes).
Town of Sharpsburg is very close. We got ice cream at Nutter’s (there was a line wrapped around the corner and it was worth it). If you’re into history, Antietam Battlefield is 15 mins away and has much to explore.
Overall a very pleasant one night stay!
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June 4, 2023 Stayed at: 020, Loop: Antietam Creek Campsite
Poison ivy is surrounded by the campsite. It wasn't fun to keep an eye on every time we turn. The paths to the river are full of poison ivy. The campsite has a nice campfire pit and the picnic table is very sturdy. It is a private site and that is a bonus. No trees to hang the hammocks because of poison ivy. Nothing to hang. Water pump is not very far. Potty johns are a bit further so if need to go to the bathroom. Be sure to not hold in. The bathroom is nasty. It is not clean. Potty John is much better.
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June 4, 2023 Stayed at: 020, Loop: Antietam Creek Campsite
Poison ivy is surrounded by the campsite. It wasn't fun to keep an eye on every time we turn. The paths to the river are full of poison ivy. The campsite has a nice campfire pit and the picnic table is very sturdy. It is a private site and that is a bonus. No trees to hang the hammocks because of poison ivy. Nothing to hang. Water pump is not very far. Potty johns are a bit further so if need to go to the bathroom. Be sure to not hold in. The bathroom is nasty. It is not clean. Potty John is much better.
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142 W. Potomac St., Williamsport, MD 21795 United States
Elevation: 91 ft
From Hagerstown MD: Take MD-65 to Sharpsburg. Make a right on Main St. then left on Harpers Ferry Road for a few miles. Before you cross the Antietam Creek bridge, make a right on Canal Rd. Campsites are across the canal and towpath from Canal Rd....
From Hagerstown MD: Take MD-65 to Sharpsburg. Make a right on Main St. then left on Harpers Ferry Road for a few miles. Before you cross the Antietam Creek bridge, make a right on Canal Rd. Campsites are across the canal and towpath from Canal Rd.
From West Virginia: Take WV-480 through Shepherdstown across the Potomac River. Make the first right after the bridge on Canal Rd. Follow Canal Rd a few miles until you see the campsites on your right before Antietam Creek.
Antietam Creek Campsite is accessible via MD-65, which leads to Sharpsburg, and is approximately 10 miles from I-70.
The closest entrance is: Front Royal Entrance Station
Approximate drive: 52.4 mi · over 1 hr (90 min)
Last updated: November 3, 2026
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Population: 1,949
Nearby city: Frederick, MD
Approx. 18 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 410 ft
Williamsport, MD
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