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Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park · Maryland · Recreation.gov

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The Entrance to the Paw Paw TunnelInside the Paw Paw TunnelInside the Paw Paw TunnelPotomac River at Paw Paw

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The Paw Paw Tunnel Campground is located at Mile 156 on the C&O Canal Towpath on the Maryland side of the Potomac River, across from the town of Paw Paw in West Virginia. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.There are 10 single campsites, each has a picnic table, fire ring and grill. Each site can accommodate eight people. If there is a larger group, reserve two sites next to each other. Portable toilets are available. Hand pump water is available from April 15-November 1.Tucked in the mountains of Western Maryland and adjacent to Green Ridge State Forest, 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.Continue your adventures at Green Ridge State Forest! The city of Cumberland, MD is just 25 miles (40 km) west on MD Route 51.This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (301) 739-4200.

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