Potomac River at McCoys Ferry crop
The Potomac River reflects a blue sky and fluffy clouds at McCoys Ferry
Group Campsite with 4 picnic tables, fire pit and grill
Wooden benches form a horseshoe at the campground's gathering area
Boat Ramp

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access

Available sites

13 total sites

About Mccoy's Ferry Campground

The McCoys Ferry Campground is located at Mile 110.4 on the C&O Canal Towpath, between the towns of Big Pool and Big Spring on the Maryland side of the Potomac River. The campsites are drive-in, large enough to park a very small fifth wheel/travel trailer/RV/pop-out with a 20' ft. (6.1 m) maximum. McCoys Ferry has a tunnel access which limits vehicle height to 10' 3" (3.12 m). Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 15 to Nov 15

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Pet friendly Pet friendly
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Campfire Ring
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

13 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 002, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 003, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 004, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 005, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 006, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 007, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground RV
Pet Friendly
⛺ 008, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
🚐 009, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 010, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 011, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 012, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 013, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground RV
Pet Friendly

Reviews (372)

What Guests Are Saying

McCoy's Ferry Campground offers a beautiful and clean camping experience with scenic views of the river and access to hiking and biking trails along the C&O Canal. Campers appreciate the well-maintained facilities, including clean port-a-potties, and the peaceful atmosphere, although some note occasional noise from passing trains and powerboats. Overall, it's a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts looking for a relaxing getaway.

Review Summary

4.1
372 reviews
5
51.3%
191
4
26.1%
97
3
12.9%
48
2
3.8%
14
1
5.9%
22

Joe H

Verified

July 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground

4

What I liked most about the campsite was that you could park your vehicle in your sight. It was very shady and clean. The permanent bathroom was better than Porta-Jon. Easy access to river was nice. Bring firewood. The drain for the pump needs to be cleared. It was backed up and mosquito larvae were in the standing water.

Joe H

Verified

July 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground

4

What I liked most about the campsite was that you could park your vehicle in your sight. It was very shady and clean. The permanent bathroom was better than Porta-Jon. Easy access to river was nice. Bring firewood. The drain for the pump needs to be cleared. It was backed up and mosquito larvae were in the standing water.

Jennifer N

Verified

June 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground

1

The map online made it seem like spot #10 was on the water when in fact it was on the other side of the road.

The ground was impenetrable when trying to stake down the tent. We moved our tent between 2 different spots and there was no way to secure our tent. We ended up leaving after 3 hours of trying to set up the tent.

I have been tent camping for over 30 years and have set up tents in all terrain so to walk away was not an easy decision.

I did not get a refund or an option to change dates and/or location.

Jennifer N

Verified

June 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground

1

The map online made it seem like spot #10 was on the water when in fact it was on the other side of the road.

The ground was impenetrable when trying to stake down the tent. We moved our tent between 2 different spots and there was no way to secure our tent. We ended up leaving after 3 hours of trying to set up the tent.

I have been tent camping for over 30 years and have set up tents in all terrain so to walk away was not an easy decision.

I did not get a refund or an option to change dates and/or location.

McKayla C

Verified

June 19, 2022 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground

3

There were a set of campers nearby that played music and screamed and cursed until 3am one night. Otherwise we had a great time. Loved the water spicier and river access.

McKayla C

Verified

June 19, 2022 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground

3

There were a set of campers nearby that played music and screamed and cursed until 3am one night. Otherwise we had a great time. Loved the water spicier and river access.

John E

Verified

June 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground

5

Great campsite on the river, a little buggy if you are ground tenting but nothing crazy.

John E

Verified

June 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground

5

Great campsite on the river, a little buggy if you are ground tenting but nothing crazy.

al c

Verified

June 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground

5

A really great place to rest, kayak, and bike ride. We will go back.
A really great experience.

Some minor suggestions:
1. At the road entrance, at the very last Y, put a sign showing go to the right to the campground. This will prevent people from continuing on what appears to be the main road but really is a dead end for the school bus turn around.
2. If your plan is to clean the toilet facilities every 3 days, put in more than 2 rolls of toilet paper.

al c

Verified

June 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: McCoys Ferry Campground

5

A really great place to rest, kayak, and bike ride. We will go back.
A really great experience.

Some minor suggestions:
1. At the road entrance, at the very last Y, put a sign showing go to the right to the campground. This will prevent people from continuing on what appears to be the main road but really is a dead end for the school bus turn around.
2. If your plan is to clean the toilet facilities every 3 days, put in more than 2 rolls of toilet paper.

Location & Directions for Mccoy's Ferry Campground

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

Elevation: 123 ft

Getting There

<p><strong>From Hagerstown, MD</strong>: Take I-70 W to Exit 18 towards Clear Springs. Make a left onto U.S. Route 40. About a mile (1 mi) later make another left on Martin Street. This road will head out of town for a few miles. Make a right on M...

Nearest town

Williamsport, MD - 11 mi

About 19 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via I-70, with Exit 18 leading to U.S. Route 40, which connects to MD State Route 56.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

1PM

Check out time

12PM

  • Contact the National Capital Region Communications Center for emergencies or if someone is squatting in your campsite.

Vehicles & parking

  • Vehicle height is limited to 10' 3" due to tunnel access.
  • Motor vehicle traffic is not allowed on the towpath; parking is permitted in designated areas.

Utilities

  • Bring backup potable water and personal hygiene items as supplies may be limited.
  • During winter, ensure you have enough water and food as local supplies may be limited.

Fires & fuel

  • Campfires are allowed in designated fire rings, but wood cutting is limited and fires may be banned during drought.

Safety & rules

  • Quiet hours must be observed at the campground.
  • All trash must be packed out as the park is 'Trash Free'.

Local regulations

  • Alcoholic beverages and marijuana are prohibited in the campground.

Pets

  • Pets must be leashed and their waste disposed of properly.

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Last updated: October 22, 2026

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