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Licking Creek Campsite

Backcountry campsite · National park in Washington County, Maryland. Run by National Park Service.

2.1 miTo Big Pool

At a glance

OperatorNational Park Service
RVs welcomeNo
Tent sitesYes
Phone(301) 739-4200
Websitewww.nps.gov/choh/planyourvisit/camping.htm
AddressPool, MD, 21711
ReservationsNot reservable on Recreation.gov (first come, first served). Recreation.gov listing

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About Licking Creek Campsite

Mile 116.0 - 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. Please Note: Water at hiker-biker campsites is non-potable. Water is not treated and not for drinking or cooking. If you use this water, you are advised to filter, chemically treat, or boil before use. Water is turned off from mid-November to mid-April each year.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Licking Creek Campsite is in Washington County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.