Can you reserve a site at Spring Gap Campground?

Yes, Spring Gap Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Spring Gap Campground?

20 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Spring Gap Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Spring Gap Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Spring Gap Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Spring Gap Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Spring Gap Campground — 14 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

The Spring Gap Campground is located at Mile 173.3 on the C&O Canal Towpath, near the city of Cumberland on the Maryland side of the Potomac River. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.

Recreation

The most popular activities for Spring Gap campers are hiking the local trails, biking the C&O Canal Towpath, paddling and fishing. The campground has a boat ramp for easy access to the Potomac River for kayakers and anglers alike. Be sure to acquire a Maryland Fishing License for those age 16 or older.

Facilities

Spring Gap Campground offers 12 single drive-in campsites and two drive-in group sites. Campsites 1, 2, 8, 11 and 13 can fit a single vehicle (i.e., car/pickup/van). Campsites 3-7, 12, 14 can fit a small 20 ft. length or smaller RV/trailer/pop-up. Single sites can accommodate up to eight people. Each single has a picnic table, fire pit and grill. Campsites 9 and 10 are group sites capable of holding 30 people each. The group site has room for two vehicles. The group site has four picnic tables, a fire pit and grill. Pit and portable toilets are available. Hand pump water is available April 15 - November 1.

Natural Features

Tucked in the mountains of Western Maryland and adjacent to Cumberland, MD, experience the history and culture of the area as well as its natural beauty, which is plentiful all times of the year but, especially during autumn.

Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (301) 739-4200.

Nearby Attractions

The C&O Canal National Historical Park Cumberland Visitor Center is in Cumberland, MD, open seven days a week. Also in Cumberland, MD: the Allegany Museum, Gordon-Roberts House, Gilchrist Gallery and the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad are all worth a visit.

The facts

14 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 20 ft
Up to 30 people per site
Loops: Spring Gap Campground

Site types

13 Standard Nonelectric
1 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

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14 campsites at Spring Gap Campground

Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
01	Spring Gap Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Riverfront	—	8	🐾
02	Spring Gap Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Riverfront	—	8	🐾
03	Spring Gap Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Riverfront	20 ft	8	🐾
04	Spring Gap Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Riverfront	20 ft	8	🐾
05	Spring Gap Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Riverfront	20 ft	8	🐾
06	Spring Gap Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Riverfront	20 ft	8	🐾
07	Spring Gap Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Riverfront	20 ft	8	🐾
08	Spring Gap Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Riverfront	—	8	🐾
09	Spring Gap Campground	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Riverfront	20 ft	30	🐾
10	Spring Gap Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Riverfront	20 ft	8	🐾
11	Spring Gap Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Riverfront	—	8	🐾
12	Spring Gap Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Riverfront	20 ft	8	🐾
13	Spring Gap Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Riverfront	—	8	🐾
14	Spring Gap Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Riverfront	20 ft	8	🐾

Getting there

From Cumberland, MD: Follow MD State Route 51 South/East Industrial Road for approximately 7 miles (11 km). Spring Gap Campground will be directly off 51, on the right side of the road.

39.56464, -78.71791 · 39°33'52.7"N 78°43'4.5"W

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Typical weather

Typically 87°F in Jul, down to 39°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	39	43	53	66	75	83	87	85	79	67	54	43
Low °F	23	24	31	41	51	60	64	63	55	43	34	27
Precip in	2.8	2.4	3.4	3.4	4.2	3.9	3.7	3.4	3.5	2.8	2.6	3.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.7 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 Spring Gap Campground

Can you reserve a site at Spring Gap Campground?: Yes, Spring Gap Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Spring Gap Campground have?: 14 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Spring Gap Campground?: 20 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Spring Gap Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Spring Gap Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Spring Gap Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Spring Gap Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Spring Gap Campground

Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite 13.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite 18.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Irons Mountain Hiker-Biker Campsite 1.8 mi · Campground
Evitts Creek Hiker-Biker Campsite 3.7 mi · Campground
Pigmans Ferry Hiker-Biker Campsite 4 mi · Campground
Cumberland Visitor Center 6.4 mi · Facility
Potomac Forks Hiker-Biker Campsite 7.3 mi · Campground
Town Creek Hiker-Biker Overnight (HBO) Campsite 9.9 mi · Campground
Purslane Run Hiker-Biker Overnight (HBO) Campsite 13.7 mi · Campground
Sorrel Ridge Hiker-Biker Overnight (HBO) Campsite 14.1 mi · Campground
Devils Alley Hiker-Biker Campsite 16.8 mi · Campground
Stickpile Hill Hiker-Biker Overnight (HBO) Campsite 17.1 mi · Campground

Contact

Email choh_information@nps.gov
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-11.

Spring Gap Campground