Spring Gap Campground

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.

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