Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
Swains Lock Hiker-Biker Campsite
CampgroundFirst come
Photo: NPS/ S. Spencer
About this campground
Mile 16.6 - 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 water.
Around here
Around Swains Lock Hiker-Biker Campsite
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- Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical ParkRecreation area2.1 mi (opens in a new tab)
- Great Falls Tavern Visitor CenterVisitor center2.1 mi (opens in a new tab)
- Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center - Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical ParkVisitor center2.1 mi (opens in a new tab)
- Great Falls Park Visitor CenterVisitor center2.4 mi (opens in a new tab)
- Take the Scenic Route on the Potomac Heritage TrailSelf-Guided Tours - Walking · 1-8 Hours0.8 mi (opens in a new tab)
- Volunteer to complete the PHT in Northern VirginiaFront-Country Hiking2.3 mi (opens in a new tab)
- Soak Up Spectacular Views at the Great Falls OverlooksHiking · 1-2 Hours2.6 mi (opens in a new tab)
- Hike Algonkian Regional Park to Difficult RunFront-Country Hiking · 3-6 Hours3 mi (opens in a new tab)
Data Source: Recreation.gov · Source: USGS GNIS · Source: National Park Service. No claim to original U.S. Government works. · Public land: USGS PAD-US · Forest roads: USDA Forest Service MVUM · BLM routes and areas: Bureau of Land Management (simplified for web display)
Sites and hookups
- Booking
- First come, first served
