Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

Potomac River near 15 Mile Creek
Single Campsite with a picnic table, fire ring and grill in the foreground.
Single campsite with fire ring, picnic table and grill.
Single campsite with grill, picnic table and fire ring.
Potomac River near 15 Mile Creek

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
River Access River Access

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

10 total sites

RV Sites

9 sites

Tent Sites

1 site

About Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

The Fifteen Mile Creek Campground is located at Mile 140 on the C&O Canal Towpath, in the town of Little Orleans upstream of Hancock and downstream of Paw Paw, WV, on the Maryland side of the of the Potomac River. The campsites are drive-in, large enough to park a small fifth wheel/travel trailer/RV/pop-out with a 20' ft. maximum. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.

Number of accommodations: 10

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Kayaking

Kayaking

Spring Summer Fall

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - Apr 15 to Nov 15

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
River Access River Access
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Grill
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

10 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 02, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 03, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 04, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 05, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 06, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite RV
No Hookups
Price not available
10, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite Tent
30 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (171)

What Guests Are Saying

Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite is praised for its beautiful location along the Potomac River, well-maintained grounds, and easy access to activities like cycling, hiking, and fishing. Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities and the peaceful atmosphere, though some noted issues with litter from previous visitors and occasional noise from nearby campsites and trains. Overall, many enjoyed their stay and expressed a desire to return, highlighting the area's charm and recreational opportunities.

Review Summary

3.8
171 reviews
5
40.4%
69
4
31.0%
53
3
11.1%
19
2
7.0%
12
1
10.5%
18

Janet C

Verified

August 12, 2024 Stayed at: 08, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

1

We didn’t know until we arrived that it was bike week. We are frequent campers and came from NC to paddle the Potomac. The pit toilets were disgusting and full. The only way we could continue our stay was to walk over to the walk-in campsite portajohn. On Sunday, we were awaken by a lady throwing up outside her camper. Someone else had thrown their uneaten eggs, sausage and hotdogs on the edge of their campsite. I know there are budget shortages, but there needs to be more cleaning of the pit toilets and a trash bin during the busy summer months. There needs to be enough oversight to offer safe hygiene. We were disappointed.

Janet C

Verified

August 12, 2024 Stayed at: 08, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

1

We didn’t know until we arrived that it was bike week. We are frequent campers and came from NC to paddle the Potomac. The pit toilets were disgusting and full. The only way we could continue our stay was to walk over to the walk-in campsite portajohn. On Sunday, we were awaken by a lady throwing up outside her camper. Someone else had thrown their uneaten eggs, sausage and hotdogs on the edge of their campsite. I know there are budget shortages, but there needs to be more cleaning of the pit toilets and a trash bin during the busy summer months. There needs to be enough oversight to offer safe hygiene. We were disappointed.

Cherkea H

Verified

August 11, 2024 Stayed at: 05, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

3

Overly lively nightlife for an escape into the woods. Prepare for bugs too.

Cherkea H

Verified

August 11, 2024 Stayed at: 05, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

3

Overly lively nightlife for an escape into the woods. Prepare for bugs too.

Ruby Baik

Ruby Baik

July 25, 2024

4

Lovely lake front! Beautiful place but restroom has no lights...

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Raven R

Verified

July 21, 2024 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

3

The pictures for this campsite are old and outdated. It's not a good representation of camp site or grounds at all. There is no parking for the group site close to the site. It's on the other side of the campground. The group site isn't marked or visible from the campgrounds. You have to pack in and pack out in the middle of people's camp site if there is a spot available for you to do so. Otherwise it's a 700ft or more walk from vehicle to site. The water is gorgeous! It's super clear and kid friendly(mostly shallow waters). Steep walk down to the water. There is a porta John that was surprisingly well maintained considering. Otherwise it's the bare minimum primitive camping.

Raven R

Verified

July 21, 2024 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

3

The pictures for this campsite are old and outdated. It's not a good representation of camp site or grounds at all. There is no parking for the group site close to the site. It's on the other side of the campground. The group site isn't marked or visible from the campgrounds. You have to pack in and pack out in the middle of people's camp site if there is a spot available for you to do so. Otherwise it's a 700ft or more walk from vehicle to site. The water is gorgeous! It's super clear and kid friendly(mostly shallow waters). Steep walk down to the water. There is a porta John that was surprisingly well maintained considering. Otherwise it's the bare minimum primitive camping.

Kimberly M

Verified

July 16, 2024 Stayed at: 02, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

5

❤️

Kimberly M

Verified

July 16, 2024 Stayed at: 02, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

5

❤️

Jacqueline B

Verified

September 11, 2023 Stayed at: 03, Loop: Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

4

Bill’s near the camp was very helpful. The original weather report was low to mid 90’s. Bill’s was a refuge for more pounds of ice and gallons of water. The camp site is barebones. The toilets are disinfected regularly. The water is at a pump, iodinated, and recommended to be boiled before consuming. You must carry out your trash. Lots of trail bikers. Simple hike. Creek is near by.

Location Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

Address:
142 W. Potomac St.
Williamsport, MD, 21795
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via I-68, with Exit 68 leading to Orleans Rd, which connects to High Germany Rd.

Elevation: 133 feet

Distance to downtown

41 mi drive to downtown Williamsport (about 47 min)

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: September 8, 2026

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