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2026 Season availability
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Pet friendly
Picnic Table
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Fire Pit
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- Potable Water
- Restrooms
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- Picnic Table
- Grill
- Fire Pit
- Campfire Ring
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- Parking
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- River Access
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- Pet friendly
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Reviews (88)
What Guests Are Saying
Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite offers a clean and well-maintained environment near the C&O Canal Trail and Potomac River, making it a pleasant spot for camping. However, some concerns include close proximity of sites, limited shade, and security issues in the parking lot during late hours. Overall, many visitors appreciate the location and basic facilities, with several expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite offers a clean and well-maintained environment near the C&O Canal Trail and Potomac River, making it a pleasant spot for camping. However, some concerns include close proximity of sites, limited shade, and security issues in the parking lot during late hours. Overall, many visitors appreciate the location and basic facilities, with several expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
kevin b
VerifiedJuly 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite
Campsite is a nice, large flat grassy area for tents with firepits at marked sites. Portable toilets are provided but they were in desperate need of servicing, last service date posted on the door was multiple months ago and they were very dirty and full. Site is close to a road that will occasionally have loud vehicles driving by during the night. Not a bad site, but not great.
kevin b
VerifiedJuly 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite
Campsite is a nice, large flat grassy area for tents with firepits at marked sites. Portable toilets are provided but they were in desperate need of servicing, last service date posted on the door was multiple months ago and they were very dirty and full. Site is close to a road that will occasionally have loud vehicles driving by during the night. Not a bad site, but not great.
Ian R
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite
This spot is located near the Paw Paw Tunnel of the C&O canal. We were there on a Thursday night before Labor Day and we were the only people there. Driving, we visited nearby Town Creek Aqueduct, Potomac Forks hiker/biker location, Cumberland, and Oldtown Maryland.
The campground is primitive, with pump water and portapotties. We carried our own water supply in our car.
The spot was relatively peaceful though there was some nearby traffic and a train.
The campground needed a little maintenance but was very clean.
Ian R
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite
This spot is located near the Paw Paw Tunnel of the C&O canal. We were there on a Thursday night before Labor Day and we were the only people there. Driving, we visited nearby Town Creek Aqueduct, Potomac Forks hiker/biker location, Cumberland, and Oldtown Maryland.
The campground is primitive, with pump water and portapotties. We carried our own water supply in our car.
The spot was relatively peaceful though there was some nearby traffic and a train.
The campground needed a little maintenance but was very clean.
Paul S
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite
I gave it two stars. The campsite was adequate, however, the description stated amenities that included a water pump. This is a reservation site. When I arrived, the pump had no handle. I sent a maintenance request to alert them. I received a reply stating that the fine print (not in the description. I had to hunt for it) said a pump handle may not be attached and I am to bring my own water. THIS IS A PAID SITE. I would think that the money I paid would be used for site maintenance. Apparently I thought wrong. I’m dealing with bureaucracy so this a battle nobody will win.
Paul S
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite
I gave it two stars. The campsite was adequate, however, the description stated amenities that included a water pump. This is a reservation site. When I arrived, the pump had no handle. I sent a maintenance request to alert them. I received a reply stating that the fine print (not in the description. I had to hunt for it) said a pump handle may not be attached and I am to bring my own water. THIS IS A PAID SITE. I would think that the money I paid would be used for site maintenance. Apparently I thought wrong. I’m dealing with bureaucracy so this a battle nobody will win.
Jill P
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite
When we arrived, someone else had already set up a large camp on our reserved campsite.
Jill P
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite
When we arrived, someone else had already set up a large camp on our reserved campsite.
Scott C
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite
Wonderful campground along the Potomac. Beautiful black walnut trees provide ample shade.
Scott C
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite
Wonderful campground along the Potomac. Beautiful black walnut trees provide ample shade.
Location & Directions for Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite
142 W. Potomac St., Williamsport, MD 21795 United States
Elevation: 161 ft
Highway access
Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite is accessible via MD State Route 51, which is the primary road providing access to the campground. There are no nearby interstates or major highways within approximately 25 miles.
Nearby National Park
Front Royal Entrance Station
Approximate driving time: over 1 hr (97 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
1PM
Check out time
12PM
- For emergencies or squatting issues, contact the National Capital Region Communications Center.
Utilities
- Bring your own backup water supply and hygiene items; restrooms are cleaned twice weekly.
- In winter, bring plenty of water and food due to limited local supplies.
Fires & fuel
- Fires allowed in fire rings; extinguish before leaving. Cutting live growth is prohibited. Only kiln dried wood allowed; fallen wood can be used.
Site capacity
- Large groups should reserve two adjacent sites; check the facility map for site numbers.
Safety & rules
- Quiet hours must be observed.
- All trash must be removed as the park is trash-free; no trash cans are provided.
Local regulations
- Alcohol and marijuana are prohibited on the premises.
Pets
- Pets must be leashed and waste picked up at all times.
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Last updated: October 21, 2026
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