Antietam Creek Campsite
Campground · Maryland · 20 bookable sites ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (National Historical Park) · Restricted Access
- 20
- Bookable sites
- up to 8
- People per site
- 302 ft
- Elevation
Overview
The Antietam Creek Campground is located at Mile 69.4 on the C&O Canal Towpath, a few miles south of Shepherdstown on the Maryland side of the Potomac River. The campsites are nestled in the woods between the Canal and the Potomac River and they are a short distance from many recreational opportunities. Fishing, boating and hiking are but a few possibilities while staying at Antietam Creek Campground. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Recreation
Popular activities at Antietam Creek include boating and fishing. Kayaking the creek and surrounding areas, the scenery changes at various times of the year. Nearby boat ramps at Dargan Bend and Snyders Landing provide motor boat access to the river. Fishing is also a popular pastime in both the watered sections of the C&O Canal the Potomac River. Be sure to acquire a Maryland Fishing License for those age 16 or older. West Virginia Licenses are approved for fishing in the Potomac only.
Facilities
The campground has 20 single campsites each with a picnic table, fire ring and grill. Each campsite will accommodate up to eight campers. Protected pit toilets are located between campsite #6 and campsite #7 adjacent to the towpath. A second set of chemical toilets are available down the towpath. Potable water is along the towpath at pumps (may not be available during cold winter months). No vehicular traffic is allowed on the towpath and access to the campsites is by foot only. Parking is allowed on the shoulder of Canal Rd only.Natural Features
Antietam Creek Campground is just south of Sharpsburg, MD. Antietam Creek is a typically mild and slow moving creek which feeds into the much larger and faster Potomac River directly adjacent to the campsite. River rise and floods can modify conditions quickly here.Nearby Attractions
Antietam National Battlefield, South Mountain State Park and Harpers Ferry National Historical Park all provide additional hiking and history adventures specifically about the Civil War Era.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (301) 739-4200.The facts
- 20 bookable sites
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: Antietam Creek Campsite
Site types
- 20 Tent Only Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.
20 campsites at Antietam Creek Campsite
Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Access | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 002 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 003 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 004 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 005 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 006 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 007 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 008 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 009 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 010 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 011 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 012 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 013 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 014 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 015 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 016 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 017 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 018 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 019 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 020 | Antietam Creek Campsite | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | Riverfront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
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.
39.41907, -77.74654 · 39°25'8.6"N 77°44'47.6"W
Typical weather
Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 41°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 41 | 44 | 53 | 65 | 74 | 82 | 86 | 85 | 78 | 67 | 56 | 45 |
| Low °F | 21 | 23 | 29 | 39 | 49 | 58 | 62 | 61 | 54 | 42 | 32 | 25 |
| Precip in | 3.1 | 2.4 | 3.7 | 3.6 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 3.3 | 4.4 | 3.4 | 3.1 | 3.5 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Antietam Creek Campsite
- Can you reserve a site at Antietam Creek Campsite?
- Yes, Antietam Creek Campsite is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Antietam Creek Campsite have?
- 20 sites.
- Are pets allowed at Antietam Creek Campsite?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Antietam Creek Campsite.
- Are campfires allowed at Antietam Creek Campsite?
- Campfires are allowed at Antietam Creek Campsite. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Antietam Creek Campsite
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Contact
- Email choh_information@nps.gov
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-11.
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