Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
Horsepen Branch Hiker-Biker Overnight (HBO) Campsite
CampgroundFirst come
Photo: NPS/ S. Spencer
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.
Around here
Around Horsepen Branch Hiker-Biker Overnight (HBO) Campsite
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- Potomac Heritage National Scenic TrailRecreation area8.7 mi (opens in a new tab)
- Great Falls Park Visitor CenterVisitor center9.2 mi (opens in a new tab)
- Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical ParkRecreation area9.4 mi (opens in a new tab)
- Great Falls Tavern Visitor CenterVisitor center9.4 mi (opens in a new tab)
- Take the Scenic Route on the Potomac Heritage TrailSelf-Guided Tours - Walking · 1-8 Hours8.9 mi (opens in a new tab)
- Volunteer to complete the PHT in Northern VirginiaFront-Country Hiking9.1 mi (opens in a new tab)
- Soak Up Spectacular Views at the Great Falls OverlooksHiking · 1-2 Hours9.4 mi (opens in a new tab)
- Hike Algonkian Regional Park to Difficult RunFront-Country Hiking · 3-6 Hours9.7 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
