About this campground
Mile 26.1 - Hiker-biker campgrounds are located along the towpath approximately every 5-7 miles. No fee or reservation required. Overnight stays are limited to one night. All sites include a chemical toilet, picnic table, grill, and drinking water. Please Note: Potable water may not be available at each campsite. Water is treated with iodine. Please plan to have water purification tablets with you. Water is turned off from November 15 to April 15 each year.
Getting there
Horsepen Branch Hiker-Biker Overnight (HBO) Campsite directions and information are available at https://www.nps.gov/choh/planyourvisit/camping.htm.
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- Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center - Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical ParkPotomac Heritage National Scenic Trail9 mi
- Marble Quarry Hiker-Biker CampsiteChesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park9 mi
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