Spring Gap Campground

About this site

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. Recreation The most popular activities for Spring Gap campers are hiking the local trails, biking the C&O Canal Towpath, and kayaking or canoeing. The campground has a boat ramp for easy access to the Potomac River for kayakers and fisherman alike. Be sure to acquire a Maryland Fishing License for those age 16 or older. Facilities The most popular activities for Spring Gap campers are hiking the local trails, biking the C&O Canal Towpath, and kayaking or canoeing. The campground has a boat ramp for easy access to the Potomac River for kayakers and fisherman alike. Be sure to acquire a Maryland Fishing License for those age 16 or older. 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. Nearby Attractions Cumberland, MD, has a C&O Canal National Historical Park visitor center open seven days a week, the Allegany Museum, Gordon-Roberts House, Gilchrist Gallery and the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad. Charges & Cancellations Cancellations A cancellation is the release of a confirmed reservation prior to the start of the defined late cancellation time frame which results in non-use by the original customer. Camping and Day Use Facilities Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window • Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. • Group Facility: Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee. • Group Day Use Area: Customers who cancel a group day-use facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will forfeit the total day-use fee. Additional Info: Spring Gap Campground offers 12 single drive-in campsites and two drive-in group sites. Campsites 1, 2, 8, 11, and 13 accommodate single vehicles (car/pickup/van). Campsites 3-7, 12, and 14 accommodate small RVs/trailers/pop-ups up to 20 feet. Single sites hold up to eight people and include a picnic table, fire pit, and grill. Group sites (9 and 10) hold 30 people each with room for two vehicles, four picnic tables, fire pit, and grill. Pit and portable toilets are available year-round. Hand pump water is available April 15 - November 1. The campground is open year-round with peak season April 16 - November 15. Reservations are required and can be made up to six months in advance at Recreation.gov or by calling (877) 444-6777. Alcoholic beverages and marijuana are prohibited. Pets are allowed on a 6-foot leash with waste removal required. Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

20 feet

Contact

• 301-714-2233
• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/252967

Location

39.563949, -78.715261