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Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Maryland

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As of September 2026, Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite is a campground in Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Maryland with 10 campsites. Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite is located at 39.6247° N, 78.3848° W.

people allowed on 9 of 10 sites: 8
people allowed on the largest site: 30

Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Next Available Dates

Sep 30 (10 sites)Oct 1 (7 sites)Oct 2 (5 sites)

10 sites open on Sep 30 at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 18:58 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

Mid-stay changes allowed
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
Maximum stay: 30 days

Published by Recreation.gov for Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

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Standard 9
Tent 1

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife.

All sites at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
01	Standard	8
02	Standard	8
03	Standard	8
04	Standard	8
05	Standard	8
06	Standard	8
07	Standard	8
08	Standard	8
09	Standard	8
10	Tent	30

About Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

Overview

The Fifteen Mile Creek Campground is located at Mile 140 on the C&O Canal Towpath, in the town of Little Orleans upstream of Hancock and downstream of Paw Paw, WV, on the Maryland side of the of the Potomac River. The campsites are drive-in, large enough to park a small fifth wheel/travel trailer/RV/pop-out with a 20' ft. maximum. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.

Recreation

The most popular activity for Fifteen Mile Creek campers is boating and fishing. 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 campground has nine single drive-in campsites. There is one group site available that does not have direct vehicle access. The group site can accommodate 30 people. Each single will accommodate up to eight people. Single campsites have a picnic table, fire ring and grill. Protected pit toilets are located between campsite #3 and campsite #4 along the dead end circle. Potable hand pump water is available from April 15 - October 31. No motor vehicle traffic is allowed on the towpath. Parking is allowed in the drive-in campsites and the adjacent parking lot for vehicles with trailers and support vehicles for the group site.

Natural Features

Fifteen Mile Creek Campground is adjacent to the confluence of Fifteen Mile Creek and the Potomac River on the Maryland side. Tucked in the mountains of Western Maryland and adjacent to Green Ridge State Forest, natural beauty is plentiful all times of the year, but especially during autumn.

Nearby Attractions

Greenridge State Forest and Billmeyer Wildlife Management Area are state managed areas available for additional activities. This area is remote.

Contact Info

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

Rules and notices at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

RV Route. RV's must drive to the campground via High Germany Rd. While access can be had via Orleans Rd, High Germany Rd. must be taken with a RV or larger vehicle as there is a tunnel on Orleans Rd.

Water & Hygiene. Bring a backup supply of potable water (especially in winter) as pump handles may not be in place at all times. Restrooms will be cleaned twice weekly. Please bring your own hand sanitizer, soap and toilet paper as these items have been the subject of theft.

Winter Camping. Please bring ample water and food. Supplies may be minimal or unavailable in Little Orleans.

Fires are permitted in established fire rings. Please ensure that your fire is extinguished completely each time you leave the area. The cutting or defacing of any live growth is strictly prohibited. Kiln fired or dried wood may be brought into the park. Fallen dead timber in the park may be used for on-site firewood. Bring handsaws to cut fallen wood. Chainsaws are prohibited. Park Rangers reserve the right to ban all fires during periods of drought.

Quiet Hours. Please observe quiet hours between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

No Alcohol or Marijuana. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. Marijuana is illegal on federal property.

Pets. Pets are allowed in the campgrounds. They must be restrained by a 6 ft. leash at all times and their waste must be picked up and taken with the owner.

Carry Out all Trash. The park is a 'Trash Free Park' and trash cans are not provided. Trash must be picked up and the area left in a clean condition before the group departs.

Check-in and Check-out. Check-in time is 1:00 p.m. and check-out time is 12:00 noon ET.

Emergencies. If someone is "squatting" in your campsite OR for emergencies, please call National Capital Region Communications Center 1-866-677-6677.

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Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite?

Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite is rated "Very Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite?

Cancellations happen frequently at Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite have?

Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite has 10 campsites.