Camping Locations at - Boy Scout Troop 719 Eldersburg MD

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Camping Locations at:
Boy Scout Mid-Atlantic Councils and Facilities, Maryland State Parks, and
National Parks
Baltimore Area Council
701 Wyman Park Dr
Baltimore, MD 21211-2805
Phone: 410-338-1700
Web Site: http://www.baltimorebsa.org
Greater New York Councils, Boy Scouts of America
On behalf of the Greater New York Councils, Boy Scouts of America, I want to extend a personal invitation to
attend one of our great camps. We promise to provide you a great outdoor experience whether you're going on a
day trip, weekend outing, or staying for a week. At our camps you will make new friends, learn new skills, and
experience activities that will be fun, providing a lifetime of memories.
Ten Mile River Scout Camps
Located in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, Ten Mile River encompasses nearly 14,000 acres of woods and
streams. Boarding the Delaware River, TMR can offer you many unique features for both weekend and week
long camping experiences. Here, a unit or family could go hiking, canoeing or rafting down the Delaware River,
fishing, skiing or just sit back and taking in the fall colors. All this and much more only 2 hours northwest of
New York City.
TMR offers four different camps offering weeklong summer camp experiences. Each with their own unique
facilities and program. The camps are Aquehonga, Keowa, Kunatah and Kernochan.
Camp Aquehonga | Camp Keowa | Camp Kunatah | Specialty Camp Programs | Directions to TMR
Camp Aquehonga
Aquehonga will continue to provide for seven weeks of Boy Scout camping featuring Heater Stack and Patrol
Cooking. There will be some minor improvements to program areas and existing sites, as well as the
development of several new sites. The COPE Course continues to be one of the feature program areas at
Aquehonga, offering experiences in both a lower and upper course.
Camp Keowa
Keowa will introduce to troops this year, open block program periods. This will better allow experienced troops
to control their own program time while at the same time providing for more flexibility for first time campers to
experience nature, sports, aquatics and handicraft areas. Leaders will see program areas open for younger Scouts
while the older boys are working on merit badges.
Camp Kunatah
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Camp Kunatah continues to be one of the only Scout camps in the nation providing for kosher meals. During the
first three weeks of camp, ALL meals served at Kunatah will be Kosher. During the last three weeks of the
season, non-Kosher meals will be served. This year, Kunatah's program of emphasis will be on providing for six
weeks of quality troop camping and high adventure type programs. However, Cub Scout Packs and Webelos
Dens requiring kosher food will be welcome to attend Camp Kunatah during the first three weeks of camp only.
Kunatah remains as our base camp for such activities and programs as Mountain Biking, Rappelling and Rock
Climbing at Indian Cliffs.
Specialty Camp Programs
What follows is a brief summary of the Specialty Camps offered and their place and time of operation. Specialty
Camp operations are based upon camper sign-up and staff availability. It is here that the promise of high
adventure unfolds.
Eagle Camp
"Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle." The ultimate camp for advancement and Scouting knowledge. All
badges required for Eagle Scout will be offered at this camp, plus in-depth information about service
projects, NESA and other important details needed for obtaining the highest award in Scouting.
WHO: 1st Class and at least 13 years old
WHEN: Week 6
WHERE: Camp Kunatah
COST: $190
Junior Leader Training
Some say leaders are born with special skills. Some say leaders are taught special skills. Either way,
when you complete our Junior Leader Training Course, you will be a leader. JLT is an outdoor
experience for youth leaders. This course is designed to prepare Scouts to become troop officers.
WHO: 1st Class, at least 13 years old and holds a troop leadership position
WHEN: Week 1
WHERE: Camp Keowa
COST: $190
High Adventure Trek
Have your Scouts come spend a week at camp and do such things as canoe trips down the Delaware
River, overnight mountain biking, rappelling, high element COPE, water skiing, shotgun shooting and
so much more! This program is designed for Scouts who want something more at camp.
WHO: 1st Class, at least 13 years old
WHEN: By special arrangement
WHERE: Ten Mile River
COST: $190
TMR Provisional Camp
This camp is designed for the Scout who can never get enough summer camp. If a troop is going for
only one or two weeks (or not at all) yet a Scout wants to go longer, he can join other Scouts as a
Provisional Troop. The Scouts participate in the same camp program and activities as a home troop but
the camp provides the qualified adult leadership.
WHO: Registered Scouts
WHEN: Weeks 1-3, 5, 6
WHERE: Camp Keowa
COST: $190
Explorer/Venture Camp
Explorer/Venture Camp will be available for three weeks in July. Each weekend session will include
COPE course adventures, canoe trips, water skiing, mountain biking, and much more.
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WHO: Registered Explorer/Venture Scouts
WHEN:
Session 1: July 7-9
Session 2: August 4-6
Session 3: August 11-13
WHERE: Camp Keowa
COST: $50
Law Enforcement Exploring Camp
This camp is designed for all Law Enforcement Explorers who have been active for at least four months.
In part one Explorers will learn about the many careers available with the NYC Police department, NYC
Fire Department, FBI, CIA, Secret Service, US Customs, etc. Courses will be offered in firearms,
firefighting, self-defense, military drill and several other hands on workshops. During Part Two,
Explorers attend TMR and take part in many High Adventure elements such as rappelling, COPE,
canoeing, mountain biking, and COPE.
WHO: Law Enforcement Explorers
WHEN: Week 6
WHERE: Camp Kunatah
COST: $165
Webelos Camp
Get ready for fun and adventure. Learn how to have fun and be safe in the water. Swimming, snorkeling
and boating are just some of the great waterfront activities. Play field sports, use the bow and arrow,
make craft projects, learn about nature and identify trees and plants, learn knot tying, pitch a tent and
cook a meal in the outdoors. All this and more is at Webelos Camp.
WHO: Registered Webelos
WHEN: Week 4
WHERE: Camp Keowa
COST: $190
Directions to TMR Scout Camps
By Bus: Purchase tickets for the Ten Mile River, GNYC Camp bus that departs from the council office
each Sunday morning and returns on Saturday afternoons (approx. $45. roundtrip).
By Car: Travel to and take the upper level of the George Washington Bridge. Take your first exit on
your right on the New Jersey side. This will be Palisades Pkwy. Travel north for 35 miles. Bear to your
left and take the exit marked Route 6. Travel half-way round the traffic circle and continue on Route 6
for six miles unto Route 17 West. Travel on Route 17 for 44 miles to exit 104 (Monticello Rwy.). Travel
on 17 B for about 6.7 miles into White Lake and blinking light. At .7 miles beyond the blinker, make a
left hand turn on Route 55 west. Follow Route 55 for about 4 miles to the Ten Mile River Camp cut-off
(County Route 26). Follow the TMR signs, looking for the signs for your camp.
To reserve your spot at Ten Mile River Summer Camp:
In the appropriate section below, (Cub World or Ten Mile River), indicate the session/week which you are going
to camp, and either the Unit # or Specialty Camp that you will be attending with. Cub World and TMR requires
a $25.00 non-refundable deposit to hold your spot. If attending with home unit or District Provisional, please
return the application to the leader in charge. All other applications should be returned your District Executive,
Camping Chairman or mailed to: GNYC - BSA, Camping Services, 350 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10118.
York Adams Area Council
2139 White St.
York, PA 17404-4940
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Phone: 717-843-0901
Web Site: http://www.yaac-bsa.org
Camps
Camp Tuckahoe
Camp Tuckahoe is located near Dillsburg, Pennsylvania and has served as the council's summer camp home
since 1948. With 1,300 acres of lush wooded hills, Tuckahoe is a Scout camp rich in the purest traditions of
Scout camping while offering campers of all ages outstanding challenges and adventures. Tuckahoe is also
available for year-round tent camping, along with a limited number of cabins.
Join the Camp Tuckahoe Staff
At the heart of every Scout summer camp is an outstanding camp staff and Camp Tuckahoe is no exception. For
a truly mountaintop Scouting experience, older Scouts and adult Scouters are needed to serve as members of the
Tuckahoe summer camp staff and experience the satisfaction and opportunities found in bringing the Scouting
experience to life for more than a thousand Scout campers who will past through Tuckahoe's gateway this
summer. A camp staff application is available to be downloaded and then printed by interested applicants.
Project COPE
COPE is an acronym for Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience. It comprises a series of
outdoor challenges, beginning with basic group initiative games, and progressing to more
complicated low-course and high-course activities. Some of these events involve a group effort,
while others test individual skills and agility. Participants climb, swing, balance, jump, rappel
and think through solutions to a variety of challenges.
The course provides an opportunity for each participant to achieve success as an individual and
as a member of a group. The objectives of Project COPE. include building confidence,
developing leadership skills, and attaining a sense of common cooperation among group
members. The course is designed to build more self-confidence in a shorter length of time than anything most
people have experienced.
Cub Scout Camping Programs
If you're a Cub Scout or Webelos Scout, you don't have to wait until you join a Boy Scout troop before you can
enjoy the fun, excitement and adventure of a BSA camping experience. Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts can
participate in day camp and resident camp programs.
The resident camps are held at Camp Tuckahoe and day camps are at five different locations throughout the
council. For a fun, action-packed program, attend one or more of these sure-to-please programs.
York-Adams Area Council is also pleased to present other outstanding Cub Scout outdoor programs, such as
Tiger Cub Day each spring, and the nationally-recognized Halloween Days each fall.
Wizard Ranch
Carefully preserved as a primitive camping area, Wizard Ranch is a 300-acre wilderness located in eastern York
County and is available for year-round short-term camping.
Camp Conewago
One of the oldest Scout camps in the United States, Camp Conewago is located near New Oxford, PA - just
north of Hanover. Camp Conewago is used year-round and can provide tent camping opportunities as well as
cabins available for rental.
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Pennsylvania Dutch Council
630 Janet Ave.
Lancaster, PA 17601-4582
Phone: 717-394-4063
Moraine Trails Council
830 Morton Ave. Extension
Butler, PA 16001-3398
Phone: 724-287-6791
Web Site: http://www.mor ainetr ails.org
Camp Bucoco
There's always something going on at Camp Bucoco. No matter what your interest is, Bucoco has an
activity that is just right for your troop, pack, or crew. Camp Bucoco is open year round. Although it
is well known as one the finest council camps in the area, Bucoco is much more than just a nice place
to spend a week in mid-summer.
Activities such as Boy Scout resident camp, Cub Scout resident camp, camporee weekends, OA
weekends and service days, and winter camping are just some of the reasons why Bucoco is the
center of outdoor activity for the Moraine Trails Council.
Camp Bucoco serves as a vehicle in an ideal, natural setting for programs which help build the
character of the council's youth while seeing that they have a lot of fun and opportunities for personal
growth in the process.
Camp Agawam
Camp Agawam is home of the council's Cub Scout camping program. The camp also serves as the
primary training facility for the variety of training courses offered by the council to Scout leaders,
parents, and Scouts.
In the winter and spring, Camp Agawam makes a great place for a weekend outing. There are
several buildings at the camp that are available for rental, as well plenty of room for tent camping.
The camp's natural beauty makes it an ideal location for about any activity.
Please contact the council for more information.
Cradle of Liberty Council
22nd & Winter St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103-1085
Phone: 215-988-9811
Web Site: http://www.colbsa.org
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2002 Boy Scout Sign-ups &
Availability
2002 Boy Scout Camp Promotion
Pamphlet
2002 Cub Scout Sign-ups & Availability
2002 Cub Scout Camp Promotion Pamphlet
2002 Summer Camp Fees
Sailing, C.O.P.E., Scuba, Fishing
High Adventure Summer Camps
Camps, Sites and Policies
Camp Staff Applications
2002 Camp Leaders' Guide
Camping forms available for download
Merit Badges Offered at Camp
Musser Scout Reservation
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Camp Delmont - see summer camp map
Camp Hart
Camp Garrison
Over 1,400 acres located in the rolling hills of Green Lane, PA. This reservation is nestled around the
serenity of the Unami Creek. In addition to short-term year-round facilities, the Musser Scout
Reservation is the host facility for the following summer programs:
Boy Scouts
Cub Scouts
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Cub Adventure Weekends - Camp Hart
Cub-Parent Weekends - Camp Delmont
Cub Resident Camp - Camp Hart
Webelos Resident Camp - Camp Hart
Junior Leader Training
911 Camp
Baden Powell Camp
Aquatics Camp
Sports Camp
Science Camp
Merit Badge Camp
This Old Camp
Trail the Eagle Camp
Boy Scout Resident Camp
DIRECTIONS TO MUSSER SCOUT RESERVATION
Camp Delmont
Take the Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike to the Lansdale exit. Exit onto Route 63
west. Travel approximately 10 miles to Sumneytown. At the Sumneytown hotel bear right onto
Garyville Pike. Follow Garyville Pike to Upper Ridge road (first stop sign). Turn right on Upper ridge
Road to Camp Delmont entrance (about one mile).
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Camp Hart
1) Take the Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike to the Lansdale exit. Exit onto Route 63
west. Travel approximately 10 miles to Sumneytown. At the Sumneytown hotel bear right onto
Garyville Pike. Follow Garyville Pike to Upper Ridge Road (first stop sign). Turn right on Upper Ridge
Road and follow to Miller Road (about two miles). Turn right on Miller Road and follow Camp Hart
entrance.
2) Travel north on Route 309 to the Perkasie exit. At the exit ramp turn left and follow Route 563. Turn
left on Route 563, heading south towards Tylersport, PA. After you go through Tylersport, slow down
at the fire station. You will pass over the Pennsylvania Turnpike (Northeast Extension.) Turn right on
the next road, which is Whites Mill Road. Follow this winding road to Camp Hart. Follow signs to West
Camp.
Resica Falls Scout Reservation
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Big Springs Camp see map
Firestone Camp see map
Located on 4,000 acres on prime Pennsylvania Pocono mountains, this reservation offers a wide array
of camping programs. Scouts and leaders will find places to explore, boats and canoes to sail, pools and
streams to swim and miles of trails to hike,
In addition to short-term year-round camping facilities, Resica Falls is host to the following summer
programs:
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Rappelling by the falls
Patrol Cooking Camp
Fly Fishing Area
Project COPE (also available on weekends by prior arrangement)
River Trips by Canoe
High Adventure Camp
Dan Beard Adventure
DIRECTIONS TO RESICA FALLS SCOUT RESERVATION
Take the Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike to Exit 33 (Route 22). Follow Route 22
east to Route 33. Take Route 33 north to I-80 east. Travel I-80 east to the Route 209 exit (#52). Follow
Route 209 to Marshalls Creeks. In Marshalls Creek take Route 402 to Resica. Resica Falls Scout
Reservation is six miles from Marshalls Creek.
Treasure Island Scout Reservation
Celebrating its 85th anniversary this year, Treasure Island is the oldest continually operated Boy Scout
Camp in the country. But more dazzling than its history is the setting and program. This reservation is
naturally divided into Marshall Island and Treasure Island by the picturesque Delaware River near
Pipersville, PA. Treasure Island combines some of the best facilities available with the adventure of
"living on an island."
In addition to short-term year-round camping opportunities, Treasure Island Scout Reservation is the
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host camp for the following programs:
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Canoe/River Trips
Rappelling
Project COPE - also available on weekends by prior arrangement
Bike Treks
Tubing Trips
DIRECTIONS TO TREASURE ISLAND SCOUT RESERVATION
1) Take I-95 north to New Jersey Route 29 (Trenton exit, first exit in New Jersey). Follow Route 29
north to Stockton Bridge in Stockton, New Jersey. Make a right turn onto Pennsylvania Route 32 north.
Continue on Route 32 north to Treasure Island.
2) Take Pennsylvania Route 611 to Doylestown, PA. Take the freeway to by-pass around Doylestown,
to the first traffic light, at the light turn right to dead end. Turn left on Danboro Road and follow to Point
Pleasant (at bottom of steep hill). Cross over canal bridge and follow Pennsylvania Route 32 north 3.5
miles and look for Treasure Island signs.
Greater Pittsburgh Council
Flag Plaza
Pittsburgh, PA 15219-3699
Phone: 412-471-2927
Web Site: http://www.gpc-bsa.org
WELCOME TO THE GREAT OUTDOORS!
We know that packs, troops and crews with an active outdoor camping program attract more boys into
Scouting and hold their interest in the program much longer. Greater Pittsburgh Council operates a
variety of camping facilities and programs. This Web page provides detailed information for your unit
committee to plan a year-round camping program. From troop camping to provisional camping....
from canoe rentals to winter sports weekends, Camping Services has a lot to offer. We hope it becomes
a valuable resource to you! Do not hesitate to call us at (412) 471- 2927.
HERITAGE RESERVATION
This reservation is the crowning jewel of Boy Scout facilities in the northeast section of the United States. Within
Heritage there are three camps and several wilderness areas for use by all scouts. During the summer months, the
camps are put into use as summer camps, offering two Boy Scout camp programs, and a nationally renowned Cub
Scout program at the third camp. Heritage Reservation also has a conference center and nine modern style houses
available for rent by groups and scout units alike. The reservation's centerpiece attraction is it's 270 plus acre lake,
providing plenty of room for boating, fishing, sailing, water-skiing, swimming, and scuba diving. During the fall,
winter and spring months, several pavilions and shelters area available for traditional camping, all reachable by
vehicle. Located close to Nemacolin Woodlands ski slopes, Laurel Caverns, and Ohiopyle. Heritage is a centrally
located camp, with plenty to keep any unit or group busy for a weekend, or a week at summer camp.
Directions to Heritage Reservation
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CAMP TWIN ECHO
Camp Twin Echo, located just outside of the town of Ligonier, PA, offers all of the accommodations of a modern
camp, but has the allure and mystique of a camp deeply entrenched in tradition an past. The camp offers several
modern and well-equipped cabins, pavilion shelters, and Adirondack shelters for scout units, groups, or even family
use. A small lake provides an opportunity for some fishing, and the camp has several hiking trails leading up the hill
into which it was built. One of the biggest attractions during the winter months is the camps almost famous inner
tubing and sled-riding hill.
Directions to Camp Twin Echo
CAMP ANAWANNA
This camp, located in Washington County, offers a rich history into scouting in this area, as well as providing a rustic
style camp for troops to enjoy. Fully equipped with pavilion shelters, running water, several cabins, latrines, and
adequate car access, Camp Anawanna provides plenty of activities for even the largest of troops.
Directions to Camp Anawanna
CAMP BAKER
Situated north of Pittsburgh, Camp Baker offers all the commodities that you would expect from a short-term camp to
have. The camp offers several pavilions, all of which are easily accessible by car. Running water and great areas for
tent camping make Camp Baker an attractive weekend choice.
Directions to Camp Baker
CAMP GUYASUTA
Located just outside of the city of Pittsburgh, Camp Guyasuta is an outdoor paradise around a metropolis. The camp
offers a museum worth of history into Scouting past in this area, as well as having an interesting historical background
with Native Americas. Several cabins and shelters area available for use. A stream running through the camp
provides for a natural waterslide during the summer months as well as a fully operated swimming pool. Canoes can b
rented for use on the Allegheny River as well.
Directions to Camp Guyasuta
ORDER OF THE ARROW
ENDA LECHAUHANNE LODGE
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Shenandoah Area Council
107 Youth Development Court
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Winchester, VA 22602-2425
Phone: 540-662-2551
Colonial Virginia Council
11721 Jefferson Ave.
Newport News, VA 23606-1935
Phone: 757-595-3356
Web Site: http://www.cvcboyscouts.org
Tidewater Council
1032 Heatherwood Dr.
Virginia Beach, VA 23455-6675
Phone: 757-497-2688
Web Site: http://www.pilotonline.com/boyscouts
Stonewall Jackson Area Council
801 Hopeman Parkway
Waynesboro, VA 22980-0599
Phone: 540-943-6675
Web Site: http://www.bsa-sjac.org
Facts about Camp Shenandoah:
Camp Shenandoah was established in 1950 and has always stressed quality programming for the development of
Scouts. It consists of 325 acres of beautiful wooded ground on the Appalachian Mountain Range in the
Shenandoah Valley. Camp Shenandoah is located 15 minutes west of Staunton, Virginia and is owned and
operated by the Stonewall Jackson Area Council.
Local and visiting Troops from areas such as Florida, New Jersey, Maryland and West Virginia have enjoyed
their visits to Camp Shenandoah. We welcome your interest and will do all we can to make your visit to our
Camp a great experience for your Troop.
Camp Facilities and Special Interests:
Central Dining Hall: Capacity of 325, where meals are served family style. Menus vary to meet the tastes of
both Scouts and Leaders. The interior is adorned with Honor Troop Plaques designed by the Camp Honor
Troops themselves.
12 individual Campsites: Each Campsite offers platform canvas tents, cots and mattresses for each camper.
Latrines in every campsite
Shower Facility, new, with hot water, centrally located in Camp.
Waterfront: Facilities for swimming, boating and fishing on beautiful Memorial Lake.
Trading Post: Fully stocked featuring camp souvenirs to B.S.A. merchandise to the needed essentials, including
snacks and sodas.
Nature Center with Trail
COPE: State of the art course to challenge older Scouts.
High Adventure Program: Combined with the COPE program, this is the off-site portion of the week, including
biking, rafting, and caving.
Orienteering Course: This challenging one mile course is set up for year round use!
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Rifle, Shotgun and Archery Ranges
Scoutmaster Merit Badge: (open to all leaders) What better way to get to know Camp Shenandoah and the
Scouters attending than to have a list of fun requirements to go around with?
Maryland State Parks
Camping
Maryland's forests and parks are full of wonderful
places to camp for ages 1 through 92. Many offer
nature centers, museums, nature walks, and campfire
programs. For a complete listing of available
camping amenities at Maryland State Parks, see the
campsite and cabin accommodations page.
For information on private campgrounds in
Maryland, please contact the Maryland Association
of Campgrounds at 301-271-7012, via e-mail at [email protected], or on-line at:
www.gocampingamerica.com/maryland
Assateague State Park
7307 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, MD 21811 (410) 641-2120 (756 acres. In Worcester
County, 8 miles south of Ocean City Inlet, accessible by Route 50 via MD Route 611.)
Maryland's only ocean park has two miles of Atlantic Ocean frontage plus marshes on
Sinepuxent Bay. Picturesque oceanfront camping with no hook-ups, reservations accepted.
National Geographic Traveler selected Assateague in 1994 as one of the 10 best state parks in
the United States.
Big Run State Park
c/o New Germany State Park, 349 Headquarters Lane, Grantsville, MD 21536 (301) 895-5453
(300 acres. In Garrett County, on the northern tip of the Savage River Reservoir.) Rustic
camping is offered in this wilderness park. Thirty sites have water and composting restrooms.
Cedarville State Forest
10201 Bee Oak Road, Brandywine, MD 20613 (301) 888-1410 (3,697 acres) In Prince George's
and Charles Counties, about 25 miles south of Washington, D.C., reached by Cedarville Road
off U.S. Route 301.) Cedarville State Forest offers its visitors a beautiful woodland setting, with
freshwater fishing and hiking. A visitors' center at the state's only warm-water fish hatchery is
open during the summer. There are 14 miles of marked trails. They wind past Loblolly pine
plantation, farm areas, springs and streams.
Cunningham Falls State Park
14039 Catoctin Hollow, Thurmont, MD 21788 (301) 271-7574 (4,946 acres. In Frederick
County, about 15 miles north of Frederick. Cunningham Falls has two separate recreation areas:
the Manor Area is located on U.S. Route 15 and the William Houck Area is 3 miles west of
Thurmont, off Route 77, on Catoctin Hollow Road.) Cunningham Falls, in the scenic Catoctin
Mountains, features shaded glens and mountain streams, and offers camper cabins, camper
ready sites and campsites.
Deep Creek Lake State Park
898 State Park Road, Swanton, MD 21561 (301) 387-4111 (1,818 acres. In Garrett County, 10
miles northeast of Oakland, on the east side of Deep Creek Lake, 2 miles east of Thayerville, off
U.S. Route 219.) Deep Creek Lake State Park fronts on a 6-square-mile, man-made lake. 112
sites are available some with electric, by reservation or first come first served. The park also
offers two mini-cabins. Deep Creek Lake is Western Maryland's premier destination resort.
Elk Neck State Park
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4395 Turkey Point Road, North East, MD 21901 (410) 287-5333 (2,188 acres in Cecil County.)
I-95 exit 100 MD Route 272 south for approximately 10 miles south of the town of North East.
There are 278 campsites that can accommodate tents trailers or motor homes. One loop has full
hook-ups (electric, water, sewage); one loop has electric only hook-ups and all have a central
bathhouse. Several loops allow pets. Other amenities include rustic four person cabins, four
person camper cabins, boat launch ramps, and a picnic area with pavilions and swimming
beach. The Bowers Center offers overnight group accommodations for 30 people. The Turkey
Point Lighthouse overlooking the head of the Chesapeake Bay is on the southern end of the
park.
Fort Frederick State Park
11100 Fort Frederick Road, Big Pool, MD 21711 (301) 842-2155 (561 acres. In Washington
County, near Indian Springs, off I-70 via MD Route 56.) Fort Frederick was erected in 1756,
during the French and Indian War, and is considered the best-preserved, pre-Revolutionary War
stone fort in the country. The fort's stone wall and two barracks have been restored to their 1758
appearance. The historic C&O Canal passes through the park and is popular with hikers and
bicyclists. The facility offers unimproved camp sites on a first come, first served basis, as well
as youth group campsites.
Gambrill State Park
c/o Cunningham Falls State Park, 14039 Catoctin Hollow, Thurmont, MD 21788 (301) 2717574 (1,137 acres). In Frederick County, 6 miles northwest of Frederick, off I-70.) Gambrill has
long been a popular park, with well-placed scenic overlooks offering splendid views of the
historic countryside. A rustic building may be rented for large group activities and camping is
available.
Garrett State Forest
c/o Herrington Manor State Park, 222 Herrington Lane, Oakland, MD 21550 (301) 334-2038
(6,781 acres). In Garrett County, 5 miles northwest of Oakland, off U.S. Route 219.) The forest
contains a diversity of trees, abundant wildlife and beautiful scenery. In 1906 this forest was
given to the state of Maryland and was the beginning of our present public lands system.
Eighteen primitive campsites are available on a first come, first served basis. Group campsites
accommodate up to 25, and must to be reserved in advance.
Green Ridge State Forest
28700 Headquarters Drive NE, Flintstone, MD 21530 (301) 478-3124 (40,000 acres. In eastern
Allegany County, about 22 miles east of Cumberland, Exit 64 on Interstate 68.) This vast forest
stretches across the mountains of Western Maryland and occupies portions of Town Hill, Polish
Mountain and Green Ridge Mountain. Wildlife is plentiful and includes wild turkey, grouse,
squirrel and deer. There are primitive campsites and some group sites available.
Greenbrier State Park
21843 National Pike, Boonsboro, MD 21713 (301) 791-4767 (1,288 acres). In Washington
County, 10 miles east of Hagerstown, on U.S. Route 40. Accessible from I-70 via the
Myersville Interchange.) Greenbrier is a multi-use park providing many kinds of recreation. It
has a 42-acre, man-made lake and beach, bathhouse and modern campsites.
Janes Island State Park
26280 Alfred Lawson Dr., Crisfield, MD 21817 (410) 968-1565 (3,147 acres. In Somerset
County, reached by U.S. Route 13 to MD Route 413. Continue about 12 miles to Plantation
Road then make a right into the park.) Janes Island State Park is nearly surrounded by the
waters of the Chesapeake Bay and its inlets. It has rental cabins, camping and miles of isolated
shoreline and marsh areas, and features 30 miles of marked canoe and kayak trails.
Martinak State Park
137 Deep Shore Road, Denton, MD 21629 (410) 479-1619 (107 acres. In Caroline County, 2
miles south of Denton, off MD Route 404.) Native Americans once inhabited the area around
this park, which has hardwood and pine forests on the Choptank River and Watts Creek.
Modern campsites and boating access are available. Thirty sites within the campground have
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electric hookups, and one bathhouse is handicapped accessible. The park also offers four
camper cabins and one full-service cabin.
New Germany State Park
349 Headquarters Lane, Grantsville, MD 21536 (301) 895-5453 (455 acres. In Garrett County,
5 miles south of Grantsville, off U.S. Route 68.) New Germany State Park is built on the site of
a once-prosperous milling center in Savage River State Forest, and features a 13-acre lake and
11 rental cabins. Trails for hiking in summer and cross-country skiing in winter lead through
typical Western Maryland forest lands.
Patapsco Valley State Park
8020 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21043 (410) 461-5005 (12,699 acres. In
Baltimore, Howard, Carroll and Anne Arundel Counties. Patapsco has five separate recreation
areas: The Hilton Area is reached from Hilton Avenue, south of South Rolling Road in
Catonsville; the Hollofield Area is adjacent to U.S. Route 40 near Ellicott City. The park
sprawls along the Patapsco River, and offers woods and streams for all kinds of recreation.
Seventy-three campsites are available, in the Hollofield Family Campground. There are 30 sites
with electric hook-ups, a pet loop, dump station and shower house. The campground offers
convenient access to Baltimore attractions. Reservations taken. Open April through October.
Youth Group Camping is available by reservation in the Hilton Area.
Pocomoke River State Park
3461 Worcester Highway, Snow Hill, MD 21863 (410) 632-2566 Milburn Landing Area (370
acres. In Worcester County, about 8 miles west of Snow Hill via MD Route 12.) Milburn
Landing is located in Pocomoke State Forest on the Pocomoke River. The surrounding creeks,
tributaries and marshlands are inviting for many outdoor activities. Shad Landing Area (544
acres. In Worcester County, 4 miles southwest of Snow Hill, off MD Route 113.) The Shad
Landing Area is a river park in Pocomoke State Forest. A large swimming pool is a popular
park feature.
Pocomoke State Forest
c/o Pocomoke River State Park, 3461 Worcester Highway, Snow Hill, MD 21863 (410) 6322566 (13,276 acres. In Worcester County, between Shore Hill and Pocomoke City.) The forest
is famous for its stand of loblolly pine trees. Cypress swamps border the Pocomoke River and
the nearby waters provide good fishing. Two areas in the forest, including the swamp, are
designated Wildlands Areas.
Point Lookout State Park
P.O. Box 48, Scotland, MD 20687 (301) 872-5688 (1037 acres. On the southern tip of St.
Mary's County, at the junction of the Potomac River and the Chesapeake Bay. Reached by MD
Route 5.) Point Lookout is historically important as the site of a Civil War prison, which housed
Confederate soldiers. The park's attractions include beaches, a boat launch area, a 710-foot
fishing pier, camping and great fishing. There are 143 wooded campsites available; 26 of these
have full hook-ups; and six camper cabins. Four campsites for youth groups are also available;
reservations are required.
Potomac State Forest
(10,416 acres. In southeastern Garrett County, off MD Route 135.) The Potomac River has its
headwaters in this rugged mountain forest where wildlife abounds and there is excellent trout
fishing. Twenty Two primitive campsites are available on a first come first serve basis.
Rocky Gap State Park
12500 Pleasant Valley Road NE, Flintstone, MD 21530 (301) 777-2139 (2,983 acres. In
Allegany County, 7 miles east of Cumberland on U.S. Route 40.) Nestled in a natural saddle
created by Evitts Mountain and Martin Mountain, this park offers mountain scenery and
interesting hiking trails. Three swimming beaches and a modern bathhouse adjoin a 243-acre
lake and a large campground. Some sites are available with electric hookups, some allow pets,
and youth group camping is offered. This site also offers mini-cabins.
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Savage River State Forest
c/o New Germany State Park, 349 Headquarters Lane, Grantsville, MD 21536 (301) 895-5453
(53,500 acres. In central and eastern Garrett County, generally south of U.S. Route 40.) Savage
River State Forest is a strategic watershed surrounding the Savage River Reservoir. This forest
is classified as a northern hardwood forest. About 2,700 acres of the forest have been designated
as the Big Savage Wildland. There are 42 primitive campsites throughout this state forest.
Smallwood State Park
Route 1, Box 64, Marbury, MD 20658 (301) 743-7613 (629 acres. In Charles County, 4 miles
west of Pisgah, off Maryland 224.) Smallwood was the home of General William Smallwood, a
Revolutionary War officer who was once governor of Maryland. His house, called Smallwood's
Retreat, has been restored and is open to visitors. Sweden Point Marina has 50 boat slips and
excellent access for fishing on the Potomac River.
Susquehanna State Park
c/o Rocks State Park, 3318 Rocks Chrome Hill Road, Jarrettsville, MD 21084 (410) 557-7994
(2,639 acres. In Harford County, 3 miles north of Havre de Grace, off Route 155.) The setting
for this park is the Susquehanna River Valley with its varying topography, heavy forest cover,
massive rock outcrops and interesting history. A 19th century farm is the site for the
Steppingstone Museum, operated by a private museum foundation. In addition to camping, the
park offers camper cabins.
Swallow Falls State Park
(257 acres. In Garrett County, 9 miles northwest of Oakland on County Route 20.) This
mountain park contains some of Maryland's most breathtaking scenery. The Youghiogheny
River flows along the park's borders, passing through shaded rocky gorges and creating rippling
rapids. Muddy Creek Falls is a crashing 63-foot waterfall -- a spectacular sight. Tall hemlocks
dominate the silent woods.
Tuckahoe State Park
13070 Crouse Mill Road, Queen Anne, MD 21657 (410) 820-1668 (3,498 acres, in Caroline &
Queen Anne counties, 6 miles north of Queen Anne, off MD 404 via MD Route 480) Tuckahoe
Creek, a quiet country stream bordered for most of its length by wooded marshlands, runs
through the length of the park. A 60-acre lake offers boating and great fishing opportunities,
Tuckahoe offers 35 quiet, secluded campsites, a youth group camping area, and camper cabins.
Pets are permitted in the campground, canoes are available for rent.
National Parks
Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site
Printable Travel Guide
http://www.nps.gov/alpo
CONTACTS
Email - [email protected] Fax- 814-884-0206
Write to
110 Federal Park Road
Gallitzin, PA 16641
Phone
Visitor Information - 814-886-6150
Headquarters - 814-886-6100
Pennsylvania Telecommunications Relay Service (TTY) - 800-654-5984
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TRAVEL BASICS
Operating Hours, Seasons
Open 7 days a week year-round, closed Veterans Day (November 11), Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and
January 1, Martin Luther King Jr. Day (3rd Monday in January), Presidents Day (3rd Monday in February).
Getting There
PLANE - - Approximately 2 1/2 hours from Greater Pittsburgh International Airport.
Commuter flights may be available to the Johnstown Municipal Airport (45 minutes away) or the Altoona/Blair
County Airport in Martinsburg, PA (45 minutes away)
CAR - The park is located just off U.S. 22 approximately 12 miles west of Altoona and 10 miles east of
Ebensburg. Take the Gallitzin Exit and follow the signs.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - Amtrak stops in Johnstown and Altoona. There is no public transportation to
or within the park.
Weather & Climate
During the summer, it is generally warm. Summer mornings and evenings can be cool. Winters can be very
harsh with cold temperatures, high winds, and snow possible from November through March.
Accessibility
The Summit Level Visitor Center, Engine House #6 Exhibit Shelter, Lemon House, boardwalk, and picnic area
are all wheelchair accessible.
A wheelchair accessible boardwalk will lead you the short distance (200 meters) from the visitor center to the
historic area of the park. On request an alternate form of transportation, for persons with walking difficulties,
may be available to access the Lemon House from the visitor center.
A full-scale model of a stationary steam engine in engine house #6 can be viewed from a wheelchair-accessible
catwalk.
Getting Around
Most Facilities are trailheads are within walking distance of the main parking lot. The picnic area can be
accessed by car from the Summit/Cresson exit of U.S. Hwy 22.
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
INDIVIDUAL
$3 for 7 Days
Applies to ages 17 and over
Local Passport
SW PENNSYLVANIA PARK PASS
$15 for 12 Months
Allows entry to Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site, Fort Necessity National Battlefield, and
Johnstown Flood National Memorial, for pass holder and accompanying spouse, children, and parents.
FACILITIES
STAPLE BEND TUNNEL
Open All Year Sunrise to Sunset
Location - For information about the tunnel and how to get there please call the Allegheny Portage Railroad
National Historic Site Visitor Center at (814) 886-6150.
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Available Facilities - You can walk or ride a bicycle the two miles one-way from the parking area to the east
tunnel entrance. Interpretive exhibits along the Portage Railroad historic trace and at the tunnel entrances tell the
story of the tunnel and the Portage Railroad. The tunnel is open to the public but flashlights are recommended to
better view the tunnel. The tunnel parking area is located just across the Little Conemaugh River from the town
of Mineral Point.
Museums
ENGINE HOUSE #6 EXHIBIT SHELTER
Open All Year 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location - In the historic area of the park. 50 meters from the Lemon House.
Closures - January 1, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, December
25.
Exhibits - The Engine House #6 Exhibit Shelter was built to preserve the remains of the original building at the
head of Inclined Plane 6. A full-scale model of a stationary steam engine can be viewed from a wheelchairaccessible catwalk. This building also contains interactive exhibits on the railroad's technology.
LEMON HOUSE
Phone - 814-886-6150
Location - Located in the historic area approximatley 200 meters from the Summit Level Visitor Center
Closures - January 1, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, December
25.
Exhibits - The Lemon House was a tavern located adjacent to the railroad and was a common rest and dining
stop for railroad passengers. This historic tavern's first floor has been restored to 1840 using both reproduction
and period furnishings. Park visitors are able to learn more about the social and economic aspects of the railroad
in the furnished tavern's bar room, dining room, parlor, and exhibit area.
Visitor Centers
SUMMIT LEVEL VISITOR CENTER
Phone - 814-886-6150
Location - Near Main Park Entrance off U.S. 22 approximately 12 miles west of Altoona and 10 miles east of
Ebensburg. Take the Gallitzin Exit and follow the signs.
Closures - January 1, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day, December
25.
Special Programs - The visitor center includes a 60-seat auditorium where 20-minute orientation film is shown.
Exhibits - The Summit Level Visitor Center contains artifacts, exhibits, and models that help tell the story of the
railroad. A full-scale model of the Lafayette, a locomotive used on the Portage Railroad, is a featured attraction.
Available Facilities - A book sales area, restrooms, pay phone, and water fountain are also available at the
visitor center.
Anacostia Park
http://www.nps.gov/anac
CONTACTS
Email - [email protected]
Write to
National Capital Parks - East
1900 Anacostia Drive, S.E
Washington, DC 20020
Phone
Headquarters - (202) 690-5185
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TRAVEL BASICS
Open everyday of the year except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
Getting There
CAR - The entrance to Kenilworth Park (recreation area) is located at the westernmost end of Nannie Helen
Burroughs Avenue, N.E., just off I-295 (Kenilworth Avenue). It is approximately 0.5 mile south of the Aquatic
Gardens entrance.
Antietam National Battlefield
http://www.nps.gov/anti
CONTACTS
Write to
P.O. Box 158
Sharpsburg, MD 21782-0158
Phone
TRAVEL BASICS
Daily, summer: 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; daily, winter: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas,
and New Year's Day.
Getting There
CAR - Traveling east-west on Interstate 70--exit 29 coming west, exit 29A coming east. Route 65 south, ten
miles. Traveling north-south on Interstate 81--exit 1, Route 68 east to Route 65. Turn right on Route 65 and
travel 5 miles.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - none
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
ANNUAL PASS
$20 for Annual
Antietam National Battlefield Annual Pass
FAMILY
$5 for 3 Days
Family Entrance Fee
PER PERSON
$3 for 3 Days
Individual Entrance Fee
CAMPING
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Rorhbach
Open From 03/01/2000 To 11/30/2000
Rohrbach Campground is part of the Antietam National Battlefield. It is a walk-in, primitive camping area
available to Scouts and other organized groups. The campground has 10 sites, each of which is provided with a
fire ring and picnic tables and space to accommodate a maximum of 30 people. Campground reservations are
made by mail only and are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Campground assignments will be made
by Antietam National Battlefield staff. Each site is assessed a $25 charge for either a one-or two-night stay.
Extended stays are charged at a rate of $10 per night. Additionally, all scouts and scout leaders ages seventeen
and older are required to pay the park entrance fee of $2 per person to be paid at the Park Visitor Center.
Reservation forms can be obtained in three ways: 1) printed from the web http://www.nps.gov/anti/camping.htm
2) requested by mail 3) calling (301) 432-2243
FACILITIES
Visitor Centers
VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year
Open From 09/01/2000 To 05/31/2000 8:30-5:00
Open From 06/01/2000 To 08/31/2000 8:30-6:00
Phone - (301) 432-5124
Closures - Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years
Special Programs - Anniversary of the Battle of Antietam (Sharpsburg), September 17. Independence Day
Commemoration (Saturday closest to the 4th) The Memorial Illumination on the 1st Saturday in December.
Blue Ridge Parkway
http://www.nps.gov/blr i
CONTACTS
Write to
199 Hemphill Knob Road
Asheville, NC 28801-3417
Phone
Visitor Information Recorded Message - 828 298 0398
Headquarters - 828 271 4779
TRAVEL BASICS
Visitor Centers, campgrounds, and picnic areas are generally opened from May - October, with one campground
in each state open year round. During extreme weather conditions, sections of the motor road may be closed for
short or extended durations. The Peaks of Otter Lodge at Milepost 86 is open year-round and other concession
facilities are seasonal.
Getting There
CAR - The motor road is marked every mile by concrete mileposts beginning at MP 0 near Shenandoah NP and
ending at MP 469 at Great Smoky Mountain NP. The winding nature of the road may make it difficult for large
recreational vehicles, but all personal vehicles, motorcycles, tour buses and bicycles are allowed. No
commercial traffic is permitted!
Weather & Climate
The Parkway ranges from 650 feet above sea level to over 6,000 feet, so expect rapidly changing weather
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conditions. The weather is generally mild, but summertime temperatures can reach the 90's and winter can
produce extended periods with single digit temperatures, ice, wind, and snow.
Accessibility
Some park facilities are completely accessible and others have minimal accessibility standards. Call ahead for
specific information on the Parkway spots you plan to visit.
CAMPING
Linville Falls
Open All Year
Located at Milepost 316.4 near the Linville River and with easy access to the Linville Gorge and Linville Gorge
Trail System.
For More Information on this campground please call (828) 765 7818
Crabtree Meadows
Will re-open May 10, 2002
Located at Milepost 339.5 near the Crabtree Meadows Restaurant and within fifteen miles of Mt. Mitchell State
Park.
Doughton Park
Located at Milepost 241.1 near Basin Cove, Bluffs Lodge, and an extensive trail system.
Mt. Pisgah
Located at Milepost 408, Pisgah is the highest campground at almost 5,000 feet elevation. Formerly part of the
Vanderbilt Estate and near the US Forest Service's Cradle of Forestry site.
Otter Creek
Open All Year
Located on the James River at the Parkway's lowest elevation.
Peaks of Otter
Located at Milepost 86 and near the Peaks of Otter Lodge, Abbott Lake, the restored 1930s Johnson Farm, and a
magnificent trail system.
Price Park
Located at Milepost 297.1 near Boone and Blowing Rock, North Carolina and close to the Moses Cone Estate.
This is the Parkway's largest campground.
Roanoke Mountain
Located at Milepost 120.4 with easy access to Virginia's Explore Park and the largest city along the Parkway
corridor.
Rocky Knob
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Located at Milepost 167 with easy access to Rockcastle Gorge and just nine miles from Mabry Mill.
LODGING
Bluffs Lodge
Will re-open April 27, 2002
Bluffs Lodge is located at Milepost 240 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina at Doughton Park, one of
the largest developed areas on the Parkway. The lodge is open from early May through October.
For More Information on this lodging please call (336) 372 4499
Peaks of Otter Lodge
The Peaks of Otter Lodge is located twenty miles north of Roanoke, VA on the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost
86. It is the only year-round lodging on the Parkway. Lodging, dining, trails, fishing and seasonal interpretive
programs at the park amphitheatre. The web site is http://www.peaksotter.com.
Pisgah Inn
Open April 1, 2002
Located south of Asheville, NC at Milepost 408.6, Pisgah Inn is the highest elevation lodging on the Blue Ridge
Parkway at over 5,000 feet. The lodge is open from early spring through the fall leaf season. Their web site is
http://www.pisgahinn.com.
Rocky Knob Cabins
Will re-open around May 1, 2002
The Rocky Knob Cabins, at Milepost 174 near Meadows of Dan, VA, are small, rustic cabins built by the
Civilian Conservation Corps during the early days of Parkway construction.
Cape Cod National Seashore
http://www.nps.gov/caco
CONTACTS
Write to
99 Marconi Station Site Road
Wellfleet, MA 02667
Phone
Headquarters - (508)349-3785
Visitor Information - (508)255-3421
TRAVEL BASICS
Parking lots are open 6 A.M. to midnight, daily, year-round. The Salt Pond Visitor Center is open from 9 A.M.
to 4:30 P.M. daily, year-round, with extended hours during the summer months. The Province Lands Visitor
Center is open from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. daily, early-May through late-October. Headquarters is an administrative
facility only, open daily, except weekends and holidays, 8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
Getting There
PLANE - Regularly scheduled daily flights connect from Boston to Hyannis and Boston to Provincetown.
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CAR - From Boston area: Take Route 3 south, to the Sagamore Bridge in Bourne. Follow Route 6 eastward to
Eastham and Provincetown. From Providence, RI: Take I-95 north to, I-195. Follow Route 6 eastward as
described above.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - By bus: Plymouth and Brockton Street Railway provides daily runs from
Boston to Hyannis and the Outer Cape (Provincetown). Bonanza Bus Lines provides several scheduled runs
from New York City and Providence, RI to Hyannis, MA (approximately 30 miles southwest of Eastham). By
Rail: Amtrak serves Providence, RI and Boston, MA connecting with bus transportation to Cape Cod.
Weather & Climate
The Cape's weather changes significantly with the seasons. Spring can often be cool and damp with
temperatures ranging in the mid-40s. Summer usually provides warm days, ranging between 70 and 80 degrees,
and cool nights. Winter on Cape Cod is milder than inland, but dampness and wind chill can make winter days
bitter cold. Temperatures range between 30 and 40 degrees in mid-winter, but intervals of below zero as well as
milder temperatures can also occur. It is important to dress properly for the weather, regardless of the season. In
the warmer months, visitors need to take precautions to avoid overexposure to sun, wind and biting insects. It is
advisable to wear a hat as needed, as well as long sleeve and long pants when conditions warrant. In winter, it is
important to dress in layers and keep one's head covered, to avoid exposure, and potentially, hypothermia.
Accessibility
Accessible facilities and services are located throughout the park. The Salt Pond Visitor Center is accessible to
people using wheelchairs. The Province Lands Visitor Center is accessible via a moderately steep ramp way. A
beach sand wheelchair is available during the summer at Coast Guard Beach in Eastham and Herring Cove
Beach in Provincetown. The Doane Rock area provides a wheelchair accessible trail. Portions of the Red Maple
Swamp Trail are also accessible to people using wheelchairs. Various overlooks throughout the park are suited
for wheelchair access. All of the major rest rooms at the visitor centers, park headquarters, and beaches are
accessible. Service for hearing impaired and vision impaired individuals are also provided at the visitor centers.
Ask at visitor centers for a brochure describing accessible features.
Getting Around
State, town, and National Park Service roadways provide year-round access to and through the National
Seashore. Off-road vehicle use is restricted to limited portions of the outer beach (a seasonal permit is required,
and off-road vehicles must comply with specified standards and regulations). The Cape Cod Rail Trail bicycle
trail extends from Dennis, MA to South Wellfleet, MA (mid-point in the National Seashore). There are three
additional paved bicycle trails within the park.
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
BEACH ENTRANCE
$10 for Day
$3 for Day
$30 for Annual
Beach entrance fees are collected from late June through early September when lifeguards are on duty and on
weekends/holidays from Memorial Day to late June and Labor Day through Columbus Day. $10 is for daily
vehicle; $3 for daily pedestrian or bicyclist; a $30 seasonal pass permits entry for a vehicle for the entire beach
fee collection season.
Special Use Permits
OFF-ROAD VEHICLE
$40 for 7 Days
$65 for 7 Months
$110 for 7 Months
Off-road vehicle permits are available for use on Cape Cod National Seashore's off-road driving corridor. A
seven day permit is available for $40. A permit for mid-April through mid-November is available for $65. Selfcontained recreational vehicles may obtain a permit for mid-April through mid-November that allows for
overnight stays for $110. All permits are obtained through Race Point Ranger Station in Provincetown.
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CAMPING
There are no National Park Service operated campgrounds at Cape Cod National Seashore.
Cape Cod National Seashore does not offer camping. Nickerson State Park is a nearby state campground and
can be reached at (508)896-3491. Contact the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce at (888)33-CapeCod to find out
about privately-owned campgrounds within the park and in surrounding towns.
LODGING
Contact the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce for lodging information
FACILITIES
Visitor Centers
PROVINCE LANDS VISITOR CENTER
Open From May 1 to October 31, 2002 9 - 5 P.M. daily
Phone - (508)487-1256
Location - The Province Lands Visitor Center is located on Race Point Road, off Route 6, at the northern end of
Cape Cod National Seashore, approximately one mile from Provincetown.
Special Programs - A wide variety of ranger-guided activities are offered throughout the year. See the extended
home page for the current and upcoming schedule.
Exhibits - The observation deck at this Visitor Center provides a 360-degree view of the Province Lands dunes,
the Outer Beach and the Atlantic Ocean. From this location you can see Ranger Point Ranger Station, Race
Point Beach, the Old Harbor Life-Saving Station and the Pilgrim Monument in Provincetown. Exhibits about
local plants and animals and the Pilgrim's landing in Provincetown are featured.
Available Facilities - The indoor theater screens several movies a day on a rotating schedule. Eastern National
has a bookstore outlet stocking books, tapes, videos, toys and gifts all related to some aspect of Cape Cod and
the National Seashore.
SALT POND VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year 9 - 4:30 P.M daily, extended hours in the summer
Phone - (508)255-3421
Location - Salt Pond Visitor Center is located at the corner of Nauset Road and Route 6 in Eastham.
Closures - Beginning in mid-October 2002, Salt Pond Visitor Center will be closed for rehabilitation. Exact
dates have not yet been determined. The closure is expected to last for 12 - 16 months. A staffed temporary
visitor contact station, bookstore and restrooms will be available in the vicinity of Salt Pond. However, services
will be limited. In addition, views of the Salt Pond and Nauset Marsh may be unavailable from the location.
Updated information will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
Special Programs - Salt Pond Visitor Center is Cape Cod National Seashore's main visitor facility, with
orientation movies on the half hour, a well stocked bookstore, a comprehensive museum and restroom facilities.
Exhibits - The museum collection at the Visitor Center reflects the vast range of natural and cultural themes
represented on Cape Cod. Quotes highlight themes that the museum's exhibits encompass, along with artwork
from prominent artists. In the atrium, the museum offers highlights of the Cape's complex natural composition.
Realistic models of native plants and mounted animal specimens emphasize the rich and diverse natural history
of the Outer Cape. Displays cover salt marsh plants and animals, beach dynamics, upland plant communities and
prominent residential and migratory birds.
Available Facilities - The indoor theater offers four short films daily on a rotating schedule. The Visitor Center
is also convenient to the popular 1.5 mile Nauset Marsh Trail and the Buttonbush Trail, a .25 mile multi-sensory
trail that featuring a guide rope and text panels printed in large lettering and Braille.
Cape Hatteras National Seashore
http://www.nps.gov/caha
CONTACTS
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Write to
1401 National Park Drive
Manteo, NC 27954
Phone
Visitor Information - Bodie Island - 252-441-5711
Visitor Information - Hatteras Island - 252-995-4474
Visitor Information - Ocracoke Island - 252-928-4531
TRAVEL BASICS
The park is open year-round. Park visitor centers at Bodie Island, Cape Hatteras, and Ocracoke are open from 9
a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, September through May (except for Christmas) and 9 am to 6 pm in summer.
Getting There
PLANE - The Norfolk, VA (ORF) Airport is 100 miles distance. Raleigh-Durham, NC (RDU) Airport is 200
miles distance.
CAR - There are three major accesses to NC Highway 12, which is the only major route through the park. From
the north, US Highway 158 accesses the Outer Banks at Kitty Hawk, and then intersects NC Highway 12 at the
park's northern entrance below Nags Head, NC. From the west U.S. Highway 64-264 comes over Roanoke
Island, and intersects NC Highway 12 at the park's northern entrance. NC Highway 12 may be used from the
south (ferry transportation and reservations required; call 1-800-BY FERRY) from Morehead City/Beaufort NC
area.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - State-operated toll ferries access the park's southern entrance at Ocracoke
Island from Cedar Island or Swan Quarter (call 1-800-BY-FERRY).
Bus service may be available at Elizabeth City, NC.
Weather & Climate
Wind is an everyday occurrence on the Outer Banks, and can range from gentle southwest breezes to strong
northeast storm winds. Otherwise the weather changes rapidly and can be very unpredictable. Summer days are
usually warm and humid, and are often broken by fast-moving but severe thunderstorms. Winter temperatures
are usually cool, though the wind can make them bitterly cold. Spring and Fall days can vary a great deal
between these two extremes. Mosquitoes can be a significant problem throughout the warm- weather months.
Clothing should be seasonal, but have extra gear available for wind and rain.
Accessibility
All park Visitor Centers and associated restrooms are accessible. Campground restrooms also have accessible
facilities. Boardwalks from roadside parking areas provide accessibility for ocean views. Individuals with
special needs can call the park prior to their visit for specific information. Beach wheelchairs are available for
check-out from the visitor centers at Bodie Island and Cape Hatteras.
Getting Around
Personal vehicle, bicycle (a partial bike path exists along some stretches of Highway 12; use caution on busy
two-lane highway).
There are a variety of short trails in the park, as well as long stretches of pristine beach. ORV access to the
beach is permitted in several areas.
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FEES/PERMITS
Activity Fee
CAMPING
$18.00 for Day
CLIMB CAPE HATTERAS LIGHTHOUSE
$3.00/Climb Adults for Day
$1.50/Climb Child for Day
$FREE - Ed. Grps/Snr Citzn for One Time
THE CAPE HATTERAS LIGHTHOUSE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED FOR CLIMBING DUE TO SAFETY
CONCERNS WITH THE STAIRWAY SYSTEM. INSPECTION OF THE STRUCTURE WILL TAKE
PLACE THE WEEK OF 7/1/01. ONCE THE FINAL INSPECTION REPORT IS RECEIVED, PARK
MANAGEMENT WILL MAKE A DECISION ON TREATMENT OF THE STAIRWAY. THE
LIGHTHOUSE WILL REMAIN CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Special Use Permits
SPECIAL USE PERMITS
Permits for weddings, commercial filming & photography and for special events.
CAMPING
Cape Point
Open From 05/24/02 To 09/02/02
Cape Point Campground is located near the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Historic District. It is suitable for both
tents and R.V's. Cold-showers, flush toilets, picnic tables, and grills are provided.
Frisco
Open From 03/29/02 To 10/14/02
Frisco Campground has beautiful ocean views and is suitable for both tents and R.V's. Cold-water showers,
flush-toilets, grills, and picnic tables are provided.
Ocracoke Campground
Make Reservations by Phone at 1-800-365-CAMP
Open From 03/29/02 To 10/14/02
Ocracoke Campground is set close to the ocean on Ocracoke Island. It is suitable for tents and R.V's. Running
water, flush toilets, and cold-water showers are provided.
Oregon Inlet Campground
Open From 03/29/02 To 10/14/02
Beautiful campground is close to the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center and the Bodie Island Lighthouse. Modern
toilets, drinking water, cold showers, grills, a dump station and picnic tables available. The campground is near
the ocean in a flat, sandy area with very little shade. If you tent camp, bring extra-long stakes and mosquito
repellent.
LODGING
None
No lodging is available in the park. Surrounding communities offer a full range of lodging options.
FACILITIES
Visitor Centers
BODIE ISLAND
Open All Year 9:00-6:00 in summer. 9:00 - 5:00 other times.
Open From 05/25/01 To 09/03/01 9:00 - 6:00
Open From 09/04/00 To 05/24/01 9:00 - 5:00
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Phone - (252) 441-5711
Location - Approximately 6 1/2 miles south on NC Highway 12 from US158/NC12/US64-264 Intersection
(Whalebone Junction) at Nags Head, NC.
Closures - The Bodie Island Visitor Center (the historic Double Keepers Quarters of the Bodie Island Light
Station) is closed on Christmas Day.
Special Programs - A full range of ranger-led programs are available on a regular basis from mid-June through
mid-August.
Exhibits - The Bodie Island Visitor Center contains interesting exhibits on the history of the lighthouse and the
families who tended it.
Available Facilities - Accessible restrooms, a visitor center, walking paths, and a unique bookstore are available.
The area is also a wonderful spot for birding, crabbing, and walking through a spectacular salt marsh ecosystem.
Although the Bodie Island Lighthouse is not open for climbing, visitors may meander the historic grounds of
this historic light station.
HATTERAS ISLAND VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily in summer.
Open From 05/25/01 To 09/03/01 9:00 - 6:00
Open From 09/04/00 To 05/25/01 9:00 - 5:00
Phone - 252-995-4474
Location - Cape Hatteras Lighthouse in Buxton, NC.
Closures - Christmas Day
Special Programs - The Cape Hatteras Visitor Center houses a variety of exhibits on park themes. Staff are
available to answer questions and visitors will find a variety of publications available for sale. A full range of
ranger-led programs are available on a regular basis from mid-June through mid-August.
Exhibits - Exhibits cover the history of Hatteras Island.
Available Facilities - Facilities are accessible. Parking and modern restrooms are available at the Cape Hatteras
Light Station entrance.
OCRACOKE
Open All Year 9:00-6:00 in summer. 9:00 - 5:00 other times.
Open From 05/25/01 To 09/03/01 9:00 - 6:00
Open From 09/04/00 To 05/24/01 9:00 - 5:00
Phone - (252) 928-4531
Location - Ocracoke, NC
Closures - The Ocracoke Visitor Center is now open year-round, except Christmas Day. The Ocracoke
Lighthouse is closed for climbing.
Special Programs - A full range of ranger led programs are available from mid-June through mid-August.
Exhibits - Exhibits on the natural and cultural history of Ocracoke Island and Cape Hatteras National Seashore
may be viewed at the visitor center.
Available Facilities - Accessible restrooms, exhibits, information and a bookstore are available.
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
http://www.nps.gov/choh
CONTACTS
Write to
C&O Canal NHP Headquarters
1850 Dual Highway, Suite 100
Hagerstown, MD 21740-6620
Phone
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TRAVEL BASICS
The park is open all daylight hours. Some of the park's six visitor centers operate on a seasonal schedule.
Contact one of the visitor centers for current hours of operation.
Georgetown: 1057 Thomas Jefferson St., NW, Washington, DC 20007 (202)653-5190
Great Falls Tavern: 11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, MD 20854 (301)299-3613
Brunswick: 40 West Potomac Street Brunswick, MD 21716 (301)834-7100
Williamsport: 205 W. Potomac St., Williamsport, MD 21795 (301)582-0813
Hancock: 326 E. Main St., Hancock, MD 21750 (301)678-5463
Western Maryland Station: Room 304, 13 Canal St., Cumberland, MD 21502 (301)722-8226
Getting There
CAR - Various sections of the canal can be reached via Routes I-495, I-70, and I-68. Please see a park map or
contact a visitor center for specific directions.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - Amtrak's Capital Limited services the following points along the canalWashington, D.C., Harpers Ferry, WV, and Cumberland, MD.
Weather & Climate
Summer is generally hot and very humid. Winter is usually cold with variable precipitation. Spring and fall are
usually mild and pleasant, although wearing layers of clothing is recommended. Good walking shoes are
essential.
Accessibility
Much of the park's 184.5 mile towpath and the Olmsted Island trail to the Great Falls of the Potomac are
wheelchair accessible. Mule drawn canal boat rides in Georgetown are also wheelchair accessible. Please
contact one of the park's visitor centers for more information.
Getting Around
Hiking, bicycling, and horseback riding (from mile 16.6 to mile 184.5) are the most popular ways to travel
through the park. There are many access points to the park.
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE (1 TO 6 PASSENGERS)
$25.00 for 3 Days
Entrance fee charged at Great Falls area of C&O Canal NHP for commercial vehicles carrying 1 to 6
passengers.
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE (7 TO 25 PASSENGERS)
$40.00 for 3 Days
Entrance fee charged at Great Falls area of C&O Canal NHP for commercial vehicles carrying 7 to 25
passengers.
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE (OVER 25 PASSENGERS)
$100.00 for 3 Days
Entrance fee charged at Great Falls area of C&O Canal NHP for commercial vehicles carrying over 25
passengers.
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CYCLIST/WALKER
$3.00 for 3 Days
Entrance fee charged at the Great Falls area of C&O Canal NHP per cyclist/walker.
VEHICLE
$5.00 for 3 Days
Entrance fee charged at Great Falls area of C&O Canal NHP per non-commercial vehicle.
CAMPING
Antietam Creek (Mile 69.3)
Open All Year
Parking available adjacent to sites. Sites equipped with grills, chemical toilets, and water. Stay is limited to
thirty (30) days per calendar year (whether cumulative or consecutive). Between Memorial Day and Labor
Day, stay is limited to 14 days (whether cumulative or consecutive). All sites are first-come, first-served. Fee
charged.
Fifteen Mile Creek (Mile 140.5)
Open All Year
Stay is limited to thirty (30) days per calendar year (whether cumulative or consecutive). Between Memorial
Day and Labor Day, stay is limited to 14 days (whether cumulative or consecutive). All sites are first come, first
served. Fee charged.
Hiker-Biker Campgrounds
Open All Year
There are 31 hiker-biker campsites located along the canal approximately every 5 miles from Swain's Lock
(Mile 16.6) to Evitts Creek (Mile 180.1). These campsites permit tent camping only. Pump well water and pit
toilets are available. Stay is limited to one night per site per trip.
Marsden Tract Group Campground (Mile 11.5)
Open All Year
Marsden Tract is reserved for use by civic and scout organizations. Camping at the Marsden Tract (Mile 12)
requires an advance permit. Permits will be issued for groups of thirty-five (35) people or fewer and may be
obtained by calling 301-767-3731. Fee charged.
For More Information on this campground please call 301-299-3613
McCoys Ferry (Mile 110.4)
Open All Year
Drive-in campground. Stay is limited to thirty (30) days per calendar year (whether cumulative or consecutive).
Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, stay is limited to 14 days (whether cumulative or consecutive). Fee
charged.
Paw Paw (Mile 155.8)
Open All Year
Parking available adjacent to sites. Sites equipped with grills, chemical toilets, and water. Stay is limited to
thirty (30) days per calendar year (whether cumulative or consecutive). Between Memorial Day and Labor Day,
stay is limited to 14 days (whether cumulative or consecutive). All sites are first-come, first-served. Fee charged.
Spring Gap (Mile 173.3)
Open All Year
Drive-in campground. Stay is limited to thirty (30) days per calendar year (whether cumulative or consecutive).
Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, stay is limited to 14 days (whether cumulative or consecutive). Fee
charged.
FACILITIES
Visitor Centers
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BRUNSWICK VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year Hours Vary
Phone - 301-834-7100
Location - 40 West Potomac Street Brunswick, MD 21716
Closures - Days and hours of operation vary throughout the year. Call ahead or visit our expanded web page
(click on "in-Depth") for further information.
Special Programs - Ranger led programs offered on many weekends. Call ahead or visit our expanded web page
Exhibits - Exhibit interprets canal and local history. Short films also present canal history.
Available Facilities - Restroom.
CUMBERLAND VISITOR CENTER/WESTERN MARYLAND STATION
Open All Year 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phone - 301-722-8226
Location - Room 304 13 Canal Street Cumberland, MD 21502
Closures - Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1.
Special Programs - Ranger led programs offered on many weekends and some weekdays. Replica canal boat.
Excursion steam train nearby. Call ahead or visit our expanded web page (click on "in-Depth") for further
information.
Exhibits - Displays interpret canal and local history and the geology of the Great Falls of the Potomac. New
exhibits and films will open in October.
Available Facilities - Restroom and bookshop.
GEORGETOWN VISITOR CENTER
Phone - 202-653-5190
Location - 1057 Thomas Jefferson Street, NW Washington, DC 20007
Special Programs - Ranger-led walks and talks. Mule-drawn canal boat rides. Visit our expanded web page
Exhibits - Displays interpret canal history.
GREAT FALLS TAVERN VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (extended summer hours)
Phone - 301-767-3714
Location - 11710 MacArthur Boulevard Potomac, MD 20854
Closures - Thanksgiving Day, December 25 and January 1.
Special Programs - Ranger-led walks and talks. Mule-drawn canal boat rides. Visit our expanded web page
Exhibits - Displays and short films interpret canal and local history and the geology of the Great Falls of the
Potomac.
Available Facilities - Restrooms, snack bar, bookshop.
HANCOCK VISITOR CENTER
Phone - 301-678-5463
Location - 326 East Main Street Hancock, MD 21750
Special Programs - Ranger led programs offered on many weekends. Call ahead or visit our expanded web page
Exhibits - Displays and short films interpret canal and local history.
WILLIAMSPORT VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Phone - 301-582-0813
Location - 205 West Potomac Street Williamsport, MD 21795
Closures - Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1.
Special Programs - Ranger led programs offered on many weekends and some weekdays. Call ahead or visit our
expanded web page (click on "in-Depth") for further information.
Exhibits - Displays and short films interpret canal and local history and the geology of the Great Falls of the
Potomac.
Available Facilities - Restrooms and bookshop.
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
http://www.nps.gov/cuga
CONTACTS
Write to
US 25E South
P.O. Box 1848
Middlesboro, KY 40965-1848
Phone
Headquarters - (606)248-2817
TRAVEL BASICS
The Visitor Center is open daily 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Memorial Day through Labor Day; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Labor Day
through Memorial Day. The Visitor Center is closed on Christmas Day.
Park grounds and picnic areas are open daily. The road leading to the Pinnacle Overlook may be closed
periodically due to inclement weather, including ice, snow, and lightning.
Getting There
PLANE - The closest major airport is located in Knoxville, Tennessee about a two hour drive from Cumberland
Gap.
CAR - Visitors traveling on Interstate 75 in Kentucky should exit on 25E at Corbin. Cumberland Gap is located
50 miles south of Corbin on 25E.
Visitors traveling on Interstate 81 in Tennessee should exit on 25E at Morristown, Tennessee. The park is
located 50 miles northwest on 25E.
The park can also be accessed from Virginia by traveling west on Highway 58 to its intersection with 25E in
Tennessee.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - There is no public transportation in Cumberland Gap National Historical Park.
Weather & Climate
Summers are hot and humid, with temperatures commonly in the mid to upper 90s. Winters are generally mild
with rain and some periods of snow January through March. Temperatures usually range in the 30s and 40s. If
hiking in the backcountry, please remember that temperatures on the mountain are at least 10 degrees cooler.
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Wear comfortable sportswear appropriate to the season. Good walking shoes will definitely make for a more
pleasant visit.
Accessibility
The park's Visitor Center complex includes a museum, first-floor auditorium, sales area and restrooms. All are
accessible, allowing for wheelchair use. Designated parking allows easy access to the building.
At an elevation of 2,440 feet, the Pinnacle Overlook is perhaps the most visited area in the park. A level 1/4mile paved trail provides access to this overlook, from which visitors have a spectacular view into Kentucky,
Tennessee, and Virginia. Accessible restrooms are located near the overlook.
Accessible drive-in campsites are available at the park's Wilderness Road Campground. Surfaces within these
sites have been hardened, the height of fire grates has been increased, and picnic tables have been modified. A
short, paved trail guides visitors to the campground's amphitheatre, where park rangers present programs on the
cultural and natural history of the park.
Getting Around
Leaving the Visitor Center, park visitors can drive a winding four-mile-long road up the mountain to the
Pinnacle Overlook (elevation 2,440 feet) for a spectacular view into the three states of Kentucky, Virginia, and
Tennessee. The road is closed to vehicles 20 feet or longer in length. When park staff is available, shuttles to the
Overlook can be arranged; cost is $3.00 per person.
Almost 70 miles of hiking trails meander through eastern deciduous forest in this 20,000 acre national park.
Distances range from a 1/4-mile loop trail to the 21-mile-long Ridge Trail. Trails lead to Hensley Settlement, a
restored mountain community located atop isolated Brush Mountain. Folks can visit chestnut-hewn cabins and
learn about the self-sufficient lifestyle of the Hensley and Gibbon families, who kept alive characteristics of
early pioneer life. Restored by the National Park Service, the Settlement is accessible by hiking, horseback, or
shuttle (seasonal; shuttle reservations are recommended).
FEES/PERMITS
Permits
BACKCOUNTRY
Free!
Backcountry campsites are located throughout the park and require a backcountry use permit, which must be
picked up in person at the Visitor Center.
CAMPING - GROUP SITES
$30.00 for Day
Group camping is available with reservations. For groups over 30 individuals, each additional person is $1.00
CAMPING - NO ELECTRICITY
$10.00 for Day
Nightly fee for campsites with no electricity.
CAMPING - WITH ELECTRICITY
$15 for Day
Nightly fee for campsites with electricity. 41 sites with 30 amp electrical hook-ups are available in loops B and
C. A dump station is available.
CAMPING
Backcountry Campsites
Open All Year
Backcountry campsites are located at Gibson Gap, Chadwell Camp, Martins Fork, Hensley Camp and Whites
Rocks. Folks using the backcountry must use these designated sites. Backcountry permits are required. While
there is no fee, the permits must be picked up in person at the park visitor center. You can make reservations for
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the backcountry campsites up to three months in advance.
Wilderness Road Campground
Open All Year
The 160 woodland sites welcome tent, trailer, and RV campers. 41 sites with 30 amp electrical hookups are
available in loops B and C. Hot showers and potable water are located in the comfort stations. Campsites are on
a first-come, first-served basis. Campers may stay up to 14 days. Camping fees: $10.00 per night per site. (Eight
person maximum per site and four tents maximum per site.) $15.00 per night per site with electricity. All sites
one-half price for Golden Age/Access Passport holders. Group camping is located in loops G and O. Groups
must obtain reservations in advance. 30 people or fewer - $30.00 per night per site. More than 30 people $30.00 per night per site plus $1.00 for each additional person in the group.
For More Information on this campground please call (606)248-2817
LODGING
Lodging located in nearby communities.
There are no lodges or cabins within the park. A variety of overnight accommodations are available in
Middlesboro, Kentucky and Cumberland Gap, Tennessee and Tazewell, Tennessee. For information on lodging
in Middlesboro, Kentucky please call Bell County Tourism Information at (606)248-1075 or (800)988-1075.
Cumberland Gap, Tennessee lodging information is available by calling the Towne of Cumberland Gap at
(423)869-3860. Tazewell, Tennessee lodging information can be obtained by calling the Claiborne County
Tourism Committee at (423)626-4149 or (800)332-8164.
FACILITIES
Visitor Centers
CUMBERLAND GAP
Open All Year
Memorial Day through Labor Day 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Labor Day through Memorial Day 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phone - (606) 248-2817
Location - Visitors to Cumberland Gap National Historical Park should set aside an hour or two to browse
through the park's Visitor Center, located on U.S. Highway 25E just south of Middlesboro, Kentucky. Exhibits,
artifacts, and a film tell the story of the Gap as a transportation corridor. The park's visitor center complex is
accessible, allowing for wheelchair use. Designated parking allows easy access to the building.
Closures - Closed Christmas Day
Delaware National Scenic River
http://www.nps.gov/dela
CONTACTS
Email - dewa_interpretation@nps Fax- 570-588-2780
Write to
Middle Delaware National Scenic River
c/o Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Bushkill, PA 18324
Phone
Headquarters (TDD) - 1-800-654-5984
TRAVEL BASICS
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FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
FEES AND PERMITS ON THE MIDDLE DELAWARE
All fees and permits for the Middle Delaware are administered by Delaware Water Gap National Recreation
Area.
CAMPING
Camping On the Middle Delaware
All camping opportunities are contained within Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
FACILITIES
VISITOR FACILITIES ON THE MIDDLE DELAWARE
Available Facilities - All visitor facilities for the Middle Delaware are contained with Delaware Water Gap
National Recreation Area.
Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor
http://www.nps.gov/dele
CONTACTS
Write to
Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor
10 East Church Street, A-208
Bethlehem, PA 18018
Phone
Headquarters (TDD) - 610.861.9345
TRAVEL BASICS
Hours vary from site to site
Getting There
PLANE - We are an hour north of the Philadelphia airport. You can land in a Corridor airport by booking a
flight into the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport or the Lehigh Valley International Airport.
CAR - One (ten in the future) Landing (Visitor Center) is currently open, in Easton, Pennsylvania. It is open
Tuesday through Sunday; from 10:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m. Located on the Delaware River, Interstate 78 and
22 pass Easton and Interstate 80 passes through Carbon and Luzerne Counties, an hour to the north of Easton.
Interstate 81 intersects Interstate 78 an hour's drive to the west. Call for specific directions. While visiting Two
Rivers Landing in Easton, plan to visit the Crayola Factory and the National Canal Museum in the same
building.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - Amtrak has two stations within the Corridor, one in Bristol and one in
Doylestown. There is bus service from Philadelphia and New York City to various communities throughout the
Corridor.
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Weather & Climate
We have four seasons and the temperature varies 10 degrees from one end of the Corridor to the other on any
given day. The winters are harsher in the two mountainous northern counties (Luzerne and Carbon) than in the
southern-most county (Bucks).
Accessibility
Our heritage and parklands range from the tiny historical societies and old homes to sophisticated museums. It is
best to check with each site for special needs.
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
DELAWARE AND LEHIGH NATIONAL HERITAGE CORRIDOR
Each site, park, recreational activity and event has its own fee structure
CAMPING
Various Camping Opportunities
A wide range of lodging and camping opportunities are available within the Corridor, from a gilded age bed and
breakfast to primitive camping opportunities.
LODGING
Various Lodging Opportunities
A wide range of lodging and camping opportunities are available within the Corridor, from a gilded age bed and
breakfast to primitive camping opportunities.
FACILITIES
Visitor Centers
TWO RIVERS LANDING
Open All Year Tuesday - Sunday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
http://www.nps.gov/dewa
CONTACTS
Fax- 570-588-2780
Write to
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
HQ - River Rd off Rt 209
Bushkill, PA 18324-9999
Phone
Visitor Info - HQ - 570-588-2451
Info desk summer - 908-496-4458
All TDD Inquiries (TDD) - 800-654-5984
Emergency - 800-543-4295
Dispatch & HQ - 570-588-2435
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TRAVEL BASICS
Park grounds, trails, roadways, and the Delaware River are open 24 hours a day, year-round, unless closed due
to heavy snowfall, ice, or other hazardous conditions. Day use areas and river accesses are open dawn to dusk
daily.
Getting There
PLANE - Each of the following three airports are approximately 1 1/2 hours away from our Headquarters
Building in Bushkill PA.
Lehigh Valley International Airport, Allentown PA: 888-FLY-LVIA, 610-266-6000
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, Avoca PA: 570-457-3445
Newark International Airport, Newark NJ: 973-961-6000
CAR - The park is located along 35 miles of the border of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The north end of the
park is close to the New York State border.
Approximate distance from several major cities: Philadelphia PA 90 miles; New York City NY 70 miles;
Newark NJ 64 miles; Scranton PA 53 miles.
From northern Pennsylvania and New England, connect to Interstate 84. Take PA Exit 10 (Route 209 South)
through Milford enter the north end of the park. Or use PA Exit 11 and stop at Interstate 84 Welcome Center in
Matamoras PA for information.
From southern Pennsylvania and points west, connect to Interstate 80 East. For the Pennsylvania side of the
park, take exit 309 (Route 209 north) and continue 12 miles north to Bushkill PA. Stop at Bushkill Visitor
Center for maps and information. For the New Jersey side of the park, continue on Interstate 80 past the toll
plaza to the first exit ramp in New Jersey. Stop at Kittatinny Point Visitor Center for maps and information.
NJ routes 15 north and 206 west lead from Interstate 80 to the north end of the park near Milford PA.
BUS - Martz and Greyhound bus lines from Port Authority NY to Scranton and Wilkes-Barre PA stop at the
Stroudsburg terminal in the town of Delaware Water Gap PA. This terminal is one mile from the Appalachian
Trail south in the town of Delaware Water Gap and 2 1/2 miles from Kittaitnny Point Visitor Center and the
Appalachian Trail north via the pedestrian walkway on the Interstate 80 bridge over the Delaware River.
Martz 570-424-3639, 421-3040 Greyhound 800-231-2222
Limited seasonal bus service is available from the New York City area to Milford and Matamoras PA. Regular
daily service is provided to Port Jervis, NY on Shortline. Shortline Bus Service: 800-631-8405
Limited daily passenger train service is available from Hoboken NJ to Port Jervis NY. MTA Metro-North
Railroad: 800-638-7646
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - There is no public transportation through the park. Limited auto rental and taxi
service may be available in Stroudsburg PA, Milford PA, Matamoras PA, and Port Jervis NY.
Weather & Climate
Summer air temperatures average 75 - 85 degrees F (some days in the 90s) with lows to the 50s. Moderately
high humidity. Occasional thunderstorms and dense fog. Water temperatures in summer (May to September)
rise from the mid-50s to highs in the mid-70s in July.
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Spring and fall climate is variable. Temperature can drop rapidly after sunset on warm days. Wetsuits may be
required for river use.
Winter air temperatures (December to March) are frequently below freezing, with numerous snow and ice
storms in some years. Water temperatures drop from the 50s to the 30s by December, with most of the river
usually freezing over each winter.
Recommended Clothing: Always dress in layers. Be prepared for rain and cold weather at any time.
Hypothermia is possible, especially on the river, even during the summer. Pack properly for your river trip.
Appropriate, well-fitted shoes are essential for hiking or climbing.
Accessibility
Dingmans Falls Trail is a flat boardwalk trail to the base of the falls, 1/2 mile round trip that is accessible to
wheelchair users.
Accessible parking, buildings, and restrooms at Bushkill Visitor Center PA, Headquarters PA, and Kittatinny
Point Visitor Center NJ.
Accessible picnic sites at Milford Beach PA, Childs Recreation Site PA, Toms Creek PA, Smithfield Beach PA,
Kittatinny Point NJ, Watergate Recreation Site NJ, and Depew Recreation Site NJ.
Getting Around
The major artery for the Pennsylvania side of the park is Route 209, speed limit 35-45 mph. In New Jersey,
historic Old Mine Road runs the length of the park through scenic countryside and small villages, speed limit
15-25 mph.
There are only three places to cross the Delaware Rive within the 35 miles of the park. The Interstate 80 bridge
at Delaware Water Gap ($1.00 toll westbound) at the south end of the park; the bridge in Dingmans Ferry PA at
Route 739 ($.75 each way) 28 miles north of Interstate 80, and the Route 206 bridge (Toll $1.00 westbound)
near Milford PA at the north end of the park.
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
ENTRANCE FEES VS RECREATION USE FEES
REGARDING ENTRANCE FEES TO THIS PARK: There are no entrance fees to the park itself; BUT several
developed facilities in the park have recreation use fees as shown below under "Activity Fee." PLEASE NOTE:
the Department of Interior's Golden Eagle Pass and the National Park Service's National Parks Pass (shown at
left) apply ONLY to park entrance fees and NOT to recreation use fees such as those charged at this park.
HOWEVER, Golden Age and Golden Passport passes DO entitle holders to a 50% discount in recreation use
fees. (See below)
Activity Fee
"RECREATION USE" FEES FOR SOME AREAS
$40 for Annual
$5-7 for Day
$1 for Day
For Smithfield Beach PA, Bushkill Access PA, Milford Beach PA, and Depew Recreation Site NJ. Private
vehicle (up to 7 occupants) $5.00 per vehicle on a weekday; $7.00 per vehicle on a Saturday, Sunday, or
holiday. Vehicles with 8 or more persons: $1.00 per person. Pedestrian or bicycle: $1.00 per person. (Annual
Walk-in pass $10.00) Second annual pass for a vehicle registered to same name and address: $20.00 Golden
Age/Access discount: 50% (i.e. $20 for the first vehicle, $10 for the second vehicle registered to the same name
and address.)
Permits
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE FEE
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$Varies for Day
Commercial Vehicle Restrictions (any vehicle used for business purposes): Commercial vehicle operators
planning on using Route 209 (from Bushkill, PA to Milford, PA) should call the Fee Collection Program
Manager at 570-588-2434 for fee schedule and rates prior to entering the park. Commercial use of Route 209 is
limited and restricted.
Special Use Permits
ACTIVITIES REQUIRING SPECIAL USE PERMITS
$varies for One Time
Certain activities in the park, such as the conduct of religious services and marriages, and commercial filming
and photography, require special use permits. For more information, call (570) 588-2451.
CAMPING
Appalachian Trail Camping
Open All Year
Within the recreation area, camping is permitted along the Appalachian Trail only for hikers on extended trips.
An extended hiking trip is planned for two or more days, with camping occurring more then 1/2 mile from the
departure point. Camping is limited to within 100 feet of the trail. Campfires are prohibited; a self-contained
stove may be used for cooking. For a map of the trail and brochure explaining the special regulations, call the
number below.
Dingmans Campground
This campground within the recreation area is currently closed.
For More Information on this campground please call
Group Camping
Open All Year
Two group camping areas are available to non-profit organizations such as scouts and church groups. A permit
is required; Fees are minimal. For information and permits for Hidden Lake Group Campsite in Bushkill PA,
write Chief Ranger, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Bushkill PA 18324, call (570) 588-2440, or
e-mail michele_kuna @nps.gov. For information and permits for Rivers Bend Group Campsite near Millbrook
NJ, write: NJ District Office, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, 2 Walpack-Flatbrookville Road,
Layton NJ 07851, call (973) 948-6500 or (973) 948-7761, or e-mail [email protected].
For More Information on this campground please call numbers above
River Camping
Open All Year
Primitive camping areas are designated along the river for boaters traveling from one access point to another or
when the distance is too great to be covered in one day. Campsites are limited to a one-night stay, and are on a
first-come, first-served basis. No permits are required and no fee is charged. Other regulations apply. For a river
map that lists campsites and regulations, call the number below.
Worthington State Forest Campground
April 1 to December 31
This state forest is located within the recreation area on Old Mine Road on the New Jersey bank of the Delaware
River, 3 1/2 miles north of NJ Exit 1 on Interstate 80. The state forest has a boat launch and fishing access. Spur
trails lead directly up Kittatinny Ridge to the Appalachian Trail. Weekend ranger programs are given in
summer. Alcohol is not permitted. Pets are not permitted. For information and reservation forms, write
Worthington State Forest, Old Mine Rd HC 62 Box 2, Columbia NJ 07832, or call the number below.
FACILITIES
BUSHKILL VISITOR CENTER
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April to late May Weekends 9:00-5:00
Memorial Day to Columbus Day Daily 9:00-5:00
mid-October to mid-November Weekends 9:00-5:00
Phone - 570-588-7044
Location - In the former St. John's Church, on the west side of Route 209 just south of the blinking light in
Bushkill PA.
Closures - Closed from mid-November until late April or early May.
Special Programs - Ranger programs are given at the visitor center and at Dingmans Falls in summer. Children's
materials (Junior Ranger, Junior Naturalist, and Junior Time Traveler booklets) available. Groups interested in
scheduling a program in the park should call the visitor center year-round at 570-588-7044. Lecture Series:
monthly program spring to summer.
Exhibits - Changing temporary displays.
Available Facilities - Ranger-staffed park visitor center: information desk, displays, bookstore, and restrooms.
Post office and food store within 1/4 mile. The visitor center is fully accessible.
HEADQUARTERS
Open weekdays except federal holidays 8:00-4:30
Phone - 570-588-2435
Location - Headquarters is located on River Road, on e mile east of the traffic light on Route 209 at Fernwood
resort in Bushkill PA.
Available Facilities - Park Headquarters and Administrative Building. Also provides visitor information,
parking, and restrooms.
KITTATINNY POINT VISITOR CENTER
April to late November Daily 9:00-5:00
late November to April, weather permitting Weekends 9:00-5:00
Phone - 908-496-4458
Location - Located in New Jersey on the south service road to Interstate 80 at the Delaware Water Gap.
Westbound on Interstate 80, take NJ Exit 1 and bear left off the ramp 300 yards to the visitor center. Eastbound
on Interstate 80, take the first ramp in New Jersey after crossing the Delaware River, and continue straight off
the ramp 200 yards to the visitor center.
Special Programs - Ranger programs take place at the visitor center in summer. Hike and bike tours start at the
visitor center in summer. On summer Saturdays, campfire programs are held at Worthington State Forest.
Children's materials (Junior Ranger, Junior Naturalist, and Junior Time Traveler booklets) are available. Groups
interested in scheduled programs should contact the visitor center 908-496-4458 year round.
Exhibits - Two permanent and a variety of temporary exhibits.
Available Facilities - Ranger-staffed park visitor center: information desk, restrooms, bookstore, boat & canoe
launches, picnic area, views of the Gap, trailheads to Mt. Tammany and Appalachian Trails. The visitor center is
fully accessible.
MILLBROOK VILLAGE
Grounds open daily year round dawn till dusk
Buildings open weekends Memorial Day to early October 9:00-5:00
Buildings open for special activity days as announced
Phone - 908-841-9531
Location - At the junction of Old Mine Road and Route 602 in New Jersey, 12 miles north of Interstate 80.
Westbound on Interstate 80, take NJ Exit 1, bear right off the ramp to the traffic light, and continue 12 miles.
Eastbound on Interstate 80, take the first ramp after the bridge crossing the Delaware River, turn hard right off
the ramp, cross under the highway to the light, and continue 12 miles.
Special Programs - Craft demonstrations and house tours on weekends in summer. Millbrook Days (first full
weekend in October): activities, demonstrations, costumed villagers. Activities, a children's craft program, in
October. Victorian holiday weekend in December.
Exhibits - Spangenburg Cabin, near the parking lot, contains exhibits and information.
Available Facilities - Restrooms, water, phone, parking. Short hiking trails nearby.
Museums
PETERS VALLEY CRAFT EDUCATION CENTER
Open All Year
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Phone - 973-948-5200
Location - Peters Valley Craft Education Center is located within the recreation at the intersection of Old Mine
Road, Kuhn Road, and Route 615 in Layton, New Jersey.
Closures - Many buildings are closed in winter.
Special Programs - Art studios are open to the public for self-guided tours on weekends in July and August.
Peters Valley Craft Fair takes place the final weekend in September. Admission is charged to the fair.
Exhibits - Changing exhibits and opening receptions in the gallery throughout the year. In July and August the
season's interns, students, and instructors display their work. Call the Gallery for details 973-948-5202
Available Facilities - Craft Store and Gallery is open year round. Call 973-948-5202 for hours. Peters Valley is
an art center for contemporary crafts and offers residencies, educational programs, public activities and events,
and retail sales. For information write: Peters Valley Craft Education Center, 19 Kuhn Road, Layton NJ 07851.
Wilderness Information Centers
APPALACHIAN MTN CLUB - MOHICAN OUTDOOR CENTER AMC/MOC
Open All Year
Phone - 908-362-5670
Location - Mohican Outdoor Center is located within the recreation area, on Catfish Pond in New Jersey.
Special Programs - For workshop topics, activities, and registration information, send a self-addressed stamped
envelope to Mohican Outdoor Center, 50 Camp Road Blairstown NJ 07825
Available Facilities - Mohican Outdoor Center is a facility of the Appalachian Mountain Club. Recreational and
educational programs for members and non-members are available throughout the year.
PEEC POCONO ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER
Open All Year
Phone - 570-828-2319
Location - PEEC is located within the recreation area, just off Route 209, 7 miles north of Bushkill PA.
Special Programs - For program schedules, workshop topics, and more information write: PEEC, RD 2 Box
1010, Dingmans Ferry Pa 18328
Available Facilities - This park cooperator offers many different residential programs and weekend workshops
for groups and families throughout the summer. PEEC's naturalists offer weekend afternoon programs. A variety
of hiking trails are open to the public; maps are available in PEEC's visitor center.
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine
http://www.nps.gov/fomc
CONTACTS
Write to
End of East Fort Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21230-5393
Phone
Visitor Information - 410/962-4290
Group Arrangements - 410/962-4290, x243
TRAVEL BASICS
Grounds: Daily, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Fort and Visitor Center: Daily, 8:00 A.M. to 4:45 P.M. Summer Hours
(June 1 - September 2, 2002): Grounds: Daily, 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. Fort and Visitor Center: Daily: 8:00
A.M. to 7:45 P.M. Park Closed: December 25, January 1.
Getting There
PLANE - The park is located within ten miles of BWI Airport.
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CAR - The park is three miles southeast of the Baltimore Inner Harbor and just off I-95. From northbound or
southbound I-95, take exit 55 to Key Highway. From Key Highway turn left on Lawrence Street and left on Fort
Avenue. Proceed one mile to the park. From the Baltimore Inner Harbor, take Light Street south to Fort Avenue.
Turn left on Fort Avenue and proceed to the park.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - MTA buses stop at the park's front gate.
Weather & Climate
Mostly sunny, with humid, rainy periods throughout the year. Cold winters. Tends to be windy all year round.
Summers generally hot and humid. Wear comfortable sportswear in season, with walking shoes.
Accessibility
The Visitor Center is accessible to people using wheelchairs and features a closed-captioned orientation film.
The fort is mostly accessible. Portable audio devices are available for wayside exhibits to the fort and through
the outer battery. The fort interior features repeating messages activated by motion detectors. You may call the
park on TTY through Maryland Relay 1-800-735-2258 or (within Maryland 711).
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
INDIVIDUAL - ADULT (17 OR OLDER)
$5.00 for 7 Days
Entrance fee to the historic fort is $ 5.00 for adults 17 and over. Children 16 and under are admitted free of
charge.
FACILITIES
Museums
STAR FORT
Open All Year 8 A.M.-4:45 P.M.
Open From 06/02/2001 To 09/03/2001 8 A.M.-7:45 P.M.
Phone - 410/962-4290
Location - Within 200 yards of the Visitor Center.
Exhibits - Exhibits of historical and military memorabilia, electric battle map, restored barracks, restored flag
pole. New exhibits in the Commander's Quarters, Guard House, Powder Magazine and the Enlisted Men's
Quarters.
Available Facilities - Restrooms are located in the Star Fort.
Visitor Centers
FORT MCHENRY
Open All Year 8 A.M.-4:45 P.M.
Open From 06/02/2001 To 09/03/2001 8 A.M.-7:45 P.M.
Phone - 410/962-4290
Location - Near the park entrance.
Exhibits - Exhibits, model of the Star Fort and a movie theater featuring the film, "The Defense of Fort
McHenry."
Available Facilities - The gift shop is owned and operated by the Evelyn Hill Corporation. For gift shop
information call (410) 625-2330 or write Evelyn Hill Corporation, Fort McHenry NM&HS, end of East Fort
Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21230-5393. Restrooms, water fountain, light refreshments and a public phone
are available.
Fort Washington Park
http://www.nps.gov/fowa
CONTACTS
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Write to
13551 Fort Washington Road
Fort Washington, MD 20744
Phone
TRAVEL BASICS
Historic Fort and Visitor Center 9:00am-5:00pm, daily April 1 thru September 30. 9:00am-4:30pm, daily
October 1 thru March 31.
Park Grounds 8:00am-Dark
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day
Getting There
CAR - From Washington DC: Capital Beltway (I-495) to Exit 3A (Indian Head Highway or MD210), continue
to Fort Washington Road, turn right, follow to the park entrance.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - No Public Transportation to the park.
Accessibility
The Visitor Center is wheelchair accessible. Access is limited in certain areas of the fort.
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
FORT WASHINGTON ANNUAL PASS
$20.00 for Annual
This pass is non-transferable and non-replaceable. Pass may be purchased at the entrance during regular
business hours. Fee operations will begin Sunday, March 31, 2002.
INDIVIDUAL
$3.00 for 3 Days
An individual is defined as any person walking, bus passenger, or person riding a bike. Fee operations will begin
Sunday, March 31, 2002.
PERSONAL VEHICLE
$5.00 for 3 Days
Privately owned vehicle is defined as any noncommercial vehicle that is being used for private recreational
purposes. Fee operations will begin Sunday, March 31, 2002.
Permits
RESERVED PICNIC AREAS
$25.00 for Day
$50.00 for Day
$75.00 for Day
There are nine picnic areas available. Several areas can be combined to accommodate up to 600 people. Please
call the park for further information at 301-763-4600.
FACILITIES
HISTORIC FORT
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Open All Year
Open From 10/28/2001 To 03/31/2002 9:00-4:30
Open From 04/01/2002 To 10/27/2002 9:00-5:00
Phone - 301-763-4600
Special Programs - Living History Programs conducted throughout the summer months.
Visitor Centers
FORT WASHINGTON VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year
Open From 10/29/2001 To 03/31/2002 9:00-4:30
Open From 04/01/2002 To 10/28/2002 9:00-5:00
Phone - 301-763-4600
Location - The yellow house on the hill in front of the Historic Fort.
Closures - Due to staffing, the Visitor Center will be closed periodically without notice.
Exhibits - Exhibits include information and artifacts describing the history of Fort Washington as the Capital's
Guardian. Audio-visual program explores the park's history and special exhibits from time to time depicted
elements of the park's history.
Available Facilities - Restroom, water cooler, bookstore
Gettysburg National Military Park
http://www.nps.gov/gett
CONTACTS
Write to
97 Taneytown Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325-2804
Phone
TRAVEL BASICS
Park grounds and roads open daily, 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Visitor Center open daily, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(Summer hours- 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily.) Cyclorama Center open daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Buildings
are closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, & New Years Day. The National Cemetery is open at dawn and
closes at sunset.
Getting There
PLANE - The closest airport to Gettysburg is Harrisburg International Airport at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The
second closest is Baltimore-Washington International near Baltimore, Maryland. Gettysburg has a small airfield
for private aircraft.
CAR - Gettysburg National Military Park is located in Adams County, Pennsylvania. From North and South,
follow US 15 to Gettysburg and watch for signs to direct you to the National Park Service Visitor Center. The
visitor center is located between Taneytown Road (State Rt. 134) and Steinwehr Avenue (Bus. Rt. 15). From
East and West, drive into Gettysburg on US Rt. 30, turn South on Baltimore Street (Rt. 97), and follow signs to
Steinwehr Avenue (Bus. 15).
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - There is no public transportation system into Gettysburg at this time.
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Weather & Climate
Summers can be extremely hot and humid, with occasional severe thunderstorms. Fall and spring are pleasant
with cool temperatures and brisk winds. Winter weather occasionally forces the closure of some park roads and
buildings depending on severity.
Accessibility
The Visitor Center and Cyclorama Center are wheelchair accessible with at least one wheelchair available per
building. Handicapped designated parking is available at both buildings and on park avenues. An accessibility
brochure for the park is available at the information desk. There is designated bus unloading area in the Visitor
Center parking lot and a separate lot for bus parking. Visitor parking is available at both buildings.
Getting Around
Self guided auto tour route maps are available at the Visitor Center and Cyclorama Center information desks.
Commercial bus tours of the park are available through companies near the park. A wide variety of interpretive
programs are offered April through October, but the core season for programs is mid-June through mid-August.
Subjects include the three days of battle, the National Cemetery, the Gettysburg Address, and general Civil War
related topics. There are walking tours, bicycle tours, campfire programs, and living history demonstrations.
There are also programs designed specifically for student groups. Call (717) 334-1124 for further information.
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
INDIVIDUAL & GROUP
Free! for Annual
Park entry is free of charge. There is a charge for the Electric Map and Cyclorama programs. Some group
activities in the battlefield park may require a permit. For more information, visit the park home page at
www.nps.gov/gett/home.htm.
CAMPING
McMillan Woods Youth Campground
Open From 04/12/2002 To 10/27/2002
McMillan Woods Campground is part of Gettysburg National Military Park and located on West Confederate
Avenue. It is a primitive camp with 12 sites and limited facilities, available to youth groups and scout groups
only. Campground reservations are required and awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. For information and
reservations call (717) 334-1124, extension 423.
For More Information on this campground please call 717 334-1124, ext. 423
FACILITIES
Museums
CYCLORAMA CENTER
Open All Year 9 AM to 5 PM
Phone - (717) 334-1124, ext. 422
Location - Adjacent to the National Park Service Visitor Center, 97 Taneytown Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325.
Closures - Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
Special Programs - Band concerts on the lawn and ranger conducted programs during the summer months.
Special exhibits are also scheduled on a yearly basis. Check the park home pages at
www.nps.gov/gett/home.htm for more information.
Exhibits - The Gettysburg Cyclorama, a 360 degree painting first exhibited in Boston in 1883, depicts the
climactic event of the battle, "Pickett's Charge". A 20 minute program highlights this unique artistic work. (fee)
Available Facilities - Auditorium, book store, rest rooms, and exhibit hall. Building entry is free of charge.
Parking is available adjacent to the center.
Visitor Centers
GETTYSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year
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September through May 8 AM to 5 PM
June through August 8 AM to 6 PM
Phone - 717 334-1124
Location - 97 Taneytown Road, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325
Closures - Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Call for information on
expanded summer hours.
Special Programs - The Electric Map program, a 30 minute orientation program. (Fee)
Exhibits - Gettysburg Museum of the Civil War, featuring one of the largest collections of Civil War relics in the
world. (Free of charge)
Available Facilities - Restrooms, phones, and book store. Handicapped parking available.
Glen Echo Park
http://www.nps.gov/glec
CONTACTS
Write to
7300 MacArthur Boulevard
Glen Echo, MD 20812
Phone
Visitor Information Recorded Message - 301-492-6282
TRAVEL BASICS
Getting There
CAR - From I-495 to exit 40 - Cabin John Parkway and Glen Echo. Stay in the left most lane of the exit ramp
and bear left at the 'Y'. Follow the Cabin John Parkway east, where it will merge with the Clara Barton Parkway.
Stay in the left most lane. Make a sharp, hairpin left turn following the signs to MacArthur Blvd and Glen Echo.
Immediately after the sharp left, get in the right lane and bear right at the 'Y'. The road will curve to the right and
then end at MacArthur Blvd at a stop sign. Turn left onto MacArthur Blvd, go one block past the Exxon Station
at the intersection with Goldsboro Rd and turn left into the Glen Echo Park parking lot.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - Take Montgomery County Ride-On bus #29 operating daily from the
Friendship Heights metro station on the Red Line.
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
GLEN ECHO PARK
Free!
There is no charge to enter the park, and parking is free. Some activities--carousel rides, theater shows, museum
visits, dances, etc. -- do have admission fees.
FACILITIES
THE SPANISH BALLROOM
Open All Year
Special Programs - This building is fascinating. It is completely unreal but it is a magnet for thousands from the
surrounding districts and from across the country for the dances that take place there every Friday, Saturday and
Sunday, while it also represents a slice of local history and nostalgia. More...
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park
http://www.nps.gov/gr sm
CONTACTS
Write to
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
107 Park Headquarters Road
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone
Visitor Information (TDD) - (865) 436-1200
TRAVEL BASICS
The park is open year-round. Visitor centers at Sugarlands and Oconaluftee are open all year, except Christmas
Day. Cades Cove visitor center has limited winter hours.
Getting There
PLANE - The nearest major airport in Tennessee (McGhee-Tyson, TYS) is Alcoa, 45 miles west of Gatlinburg.
North Carolina's, Asheville Airport is 60 miles east of the park.
CAR - Several major highways lead to the park. The following routes provide access to the three main
entrances. In Tennessee: 1) From I-40 take Exit 407 (Sevierville) to TN Route 66 South, and continue to U.S.
441 South. Follow U.S. 441 to Park. 2.) From I-40 in Knoxville - Exit 386B U.S. Highway 129 South to
Alcoa/Maryville. At Maryville proceed on U.S. 321 North through Townsend. Continue straight on TN
Highway 73 into the park. In North Carolina: From I-40, take U.S. Route 19 West through Maggie Valley.
Proceed to U.S. 441 North at Cherokee into the park. From Atlanta and points south: follow U.S. 441 and 23
North. U.S. 441 leads to the park.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - No train or bus service accesses the park.
Weather & Climate
Elevations in the park range from 800 feet to 6,643 feet and topography affects local weather. Temperatures are
10 to 20 degrees cooler on the mountaintops. Annual precipitation averages 65 inches in the lowlands to 88
inches in the high country. Spring often bring unpredictable weather, particularly in higher elevations. Summer
is hot and humid, but more pleasant in higher elevations. Fall has warm days and cool nights and is the driest
period. Frosts occur starting in late September. Winter is generally moderate, but extreme conditions occur with
increasing elevation.
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
ENTRANCE TO GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK
Free!
Due to deed restrictions imposed when the Park was established, there are no entrance fees. Enjoy your visit!
Activity Fee
FRONT COUNTRY CAMPING
$12-20 for Day
There are 10 Front Country (drive in) campgrounds in the Park. Click below for more information on locations
and fees.
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Permits
BACKCOUNTRY CAMPING PERMIT
Free!
Permit required for staying overnight in the backcountry. Click below to find out how to plan your trip.
CAMPING
Abrams Creek Campground
Open From 3/15/02 through 10/31/02
First-come, first serve. This campground has 16 sites and is at elevation 1,125 feet. It has no electric hookups or
shower facilities, running water and bathroom facilities only. $12 each night.
Balsam Mountain Campground
First-come, first serve. This campground has 46 sites and is at elevation 5,310 feet. No campground has electric
hookups or shower facilities, only running water and bathroom facilities. $14 each night.
Big Creek Campground
First-come, first serve. This campground has 12 sites and is for tents only. It sits at elevation 1,700 feet. No
campground has electric hookups or shower facilities, only running water and bathroom facilities. $12 each
night. Group camping is also available. Reservations can be made either on line or by calling 1-800-365-CAMP.
Cades Cove Campground
Open All Year
Reservations accepted up to five months in advance for May 15 - Oct. 31 occupancy. Other dates first-come,
first-serve. This campground has 159 sites and sits at elevation 1,807 feet. No campground has shower facilities
or electric hookups, only running water and bathroom facilities. Cades Cove Campground Store sells
convenience items, groceries, camping supplies, and a limited selection of hot and cold deli items. There are no
other food facilities in the park. Numerous convenience stores and restaurant establishments are located in
outlying communities. $14-17 each night. Group camping is also available. Reservations can be made either on
line or by calling 1-800-365-CAMP.
Cataloochee Campground
First-come, first serve. This campground has 27 sites and sits at elevation 2,610 feet. No campground has
electric hookups or shower facilities, only running water and bathroom facilities. $12 each night. Group
camping is also available. Reservations can be made either on line or by calling 1-800-365-CAMP.
Cosby Campground
shower facilities or electric hookups, only running water and bathroom facilities. $14 each night. Group
Deep Creek Campground
electric hookups or shower facilities, only running water and bathroom facilities. $14 each night. Group
Elkmont Campground
first-serve. This campground has 220 sites and sits at elevation 2,150 feet. No campground has electric hookups
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or shower facilities, only running water and bathroom facilities. $14-20 each night. Group camping is also
available. Reservations can be made either on line or by calling 1-800-365-CAMP.
Look Rock Campground
electric hookups or shower facilities, only running water and bathroom facilities. $14 each night.
Smokemont Campground
Open All Year
first-serve. This campground has 142 sites and sits at elevation 2,198 feet. No campground has electric hookups
or shower facilities, only running water and bathroom facilities. $14-17 each night. Group camping is also
available. Reservations can be made either on line or by calling 1-800-365-CAMP.
LODGING
Le Conte Lodge
Open From 03/25/02 To 11/26/02
Le Conte Lodge, accessible only by foot, sits atop 6.593 Mt. LeConte, the park's third highest peak.
Reservations are required. Reservations can be made by calling (865)429-5704 or by FAX at (865)774-0045 or
(865) 429-5705, by Email at [email protected], or on-line at www.leconte-lodge.com (Click 'Yes'
above).
For More Information on this lodging please call (865) 429-5704
FACILITIES
Visitor Centers
*CADES COVE VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year
Open From 1/1/01 To 2/28/01 8:00-4:30, M-F
Open From 3/1/01 To 10/31/01 8-4:30, M-F, 9-5 Sat
Open From 11/1/01 To 12/31/01 9-4:30 M-F
Location - *Inside the park near the mid-point of the 11-mile, one-way Cades Cove Loop Road.
Special Programs - Ranger-led programs are conducted seasonally. Check at the visitor center for times.
Exhibits - Indoor and outdoor exhibits of Southern Mountain life and culture. Includes Cable Mill, a grist mill
which operates spring through fall, the Becky Cable house, and other historic structures.
Available Facilities - Great Smoky Mountains Natural History Association bookstore and shop. Public
restrooms.
*OCONALUFTEE VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year
Open From 01/31/01 To 03/31/01 8-4:30
04/01/01 To 05/31/01 9-6:00
06/01/01 To 08/30/01 8-7
Location - *Inside the park, 2 miles north of Cherokee, NC, on US 441.
Special Programs - Ranger-led programs conducted seasonally. Check at the visitor center for location and
times.
Exhibits - The adjacent Mountain Farm Museum contains a fascinating collection of log structures including a
farmhouse, barn, smokehouse, apple house, corn cribs and others. Demonstrations of farm life are conducted
seasonally.
restrooms and telephones. Soda and water machines. Backcountry permit station.
*SUGARLANDS VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year
Open From 12/1/00 To 2/28/01 8-4:30
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Location - *Inside the park, 2 miles south of Gatlinburg on US 441.
Special Programs - Ranger-led programs conducted seasonally. Check at the visitor center for locations and
times.
Exhibits - Free admission to 20-minute film with Dolby Digital Surround Sound. Extensive natural history
exhibits.
restrooms and telephones. Soda and water machines. Backcountry permit station.
GATLINBURG WELCOME CENTER
Open All Year
Open From 1/1/01 To 2/28/01 8:30-5, Mon-Sat, 9-5 Sun
Open From 3/1/01 To 3/31/01 8:30-5, Mon-Thurs, 8:30-6, Fri-Sat, 9-5, Sun
Open From 4/1/01 To 12/31/01 8:30-6, Mon-Sat, 9-5, Sun
Location - Located 2 miles outside of Gatlinburg on 441 South
Available Facilities - Great Smoky Mountains Natural History Association bookstore and shop. City of
Gatlinburg information. Public restrooms and telephones.
SMOKY MOUNTAIN VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year
Open From 01/01/01 To 03/31/01 9-5
Location - At I-40 exit 407 (Highway 66) in the Smokies Stadium complex.
Available Facilities - Great Smoky Mountains Natural History Association bookstore and shop. Sevier County,
Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville information. Public restrooms and telephones.
TOWNSEND VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year
Location - Townsend, Tennessee, on US 321.
Available Facilities - Great Smoky Mountains Natural History Association bookstore and shop. Townsend and
local area information. Public restrooms and telephones.
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
http://www.nps.gov/hafe
CONTACTS
Write to
P.O. Box 65
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
Phone
TRAVEL BASICS
Daily, summer: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; daily, winter: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New
Year's Day
Getting There
CAR - Harpers Ferry is located along U.S. Route 340 approximately 65 miles west of Washington, D.C., and
Baltimore, Maryland.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - Amtrak's Capital Limited stops at Harpers Ferry daily with westbound service
from Washington, D.C., and eastbound service from Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Chicago. MARC Rail operates
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several commuter trains between Harpers Ferry and Union Station (Washington, DC), Monday-Friday. For
information on MARC and Amtrak schedules and fares, call 800-325-7245.
Weather & Climate
Summers generally hot and humid. Winters are generally cold with variable precipitation. Recommend layers of
clothing, especially in spring and fall, and good walking shoes.
Accessibility
Special transportation van is available to the Lower Town District. Most exhibits and museums are accessible.
Wheelchairs are available.
Getting Around
Shuttle transportation system connects Park Visitor Center with the Lower Town District; bicycles; personal
vehicles.
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
$20.00 ANNUAL HARPERS FERRY PASS
$20.00 for Annual
VISITOR CENTER
$5.00 for 3 Days
FACILITIES
Visitor Centers
CAVALIER HEIGHTS
Open All Year 8:00-5:00
Phone - 304-535-6298
Location - The Cavalier Heights Visitor Center is located adjacent to U.S. Route 340 approximately 65 miles
northwest of Washington, D.C., 20 miles southwest of Frederick, Md., and six miles northeast of Charles Town,
W.Va.
Closures - Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day
Special Programs - Earth Day, July 4th events, Election Day 1860, Keeping Christmas
Exhibits - John Brown Museum, Black Voices Museum, Harpers Ferry: A Place in Time, Industry Museum,
Restoration Museum, Wetlands Exhibit, Civil War Museum
Available Facilities - Restrooms
Mammoth Cave National Park
http://www.nps.gov/maca
CONTACTS
Write to
P.O. Box 7
Mammoth Cave, KY 42259
Phone
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TRAVEL BASICS
Schedule varies by season. Call for current information. Closed December 25.
Getting There
PLANE - Regular flights into Louisville or Nashville, each approx. 1.5 hours from the park
CAR - If you travel south from Louisville, KY, the most direct route is I-65 south to Exit 53 at Cave City.
Another 15 minutes of driving will bring you to the park visitor center.
If you travel north from Nashville, TN, the most direct route is I-65 north to Exit 48 at Park City, KY. Another
10 minutes of driving will bring you to the park visitor center. Nashville and the park are both in the Central
Time Zone. Louisville is in the Eastern Time Zone, one hour ahead of the park.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - Bus service stops in Cave City, KY.
Weather & Climate
Summers are hot and sultry with highs in the 80s to 90s. Winters are mild with highs in the 30s to 40s, although
temperatures can drop well below zero. Temperatures in the cave hover around 54°F year-round, so bring a light
jacket if you plan to visit the cave.
Accessibility
Tour for the Mobility Impaired; Sloan's Crossing Pond Trail; Heritage Trail; Evening Programs; auditorium
programs
Getting Around
You may travel by car to most places in the park. In the backcountry, you may hike, ride horseback, and in
limited areas, ride a mountain bike. You may canoe down 27 miles of the Green and Nolin Rivers.
FEES/PERMITS
Activity Fee
CAVE TOURS
$3.50-$35 for One Time
A variety or cave tours are offered, ranging in cost from $3.50 to $35. Reservations can be made online at:
reservations.nps.gov
CAMPING
Headquarters Campground
Open From 03/01/2000 To 11/30/2000
Headquarters Campground has 109 sites close to the park Visitor Center. $13/site/night. RV slots; no hookups.
Houchins Ferry Campground
Open All Year
Twelve primitive sites on the bank of Green River. Fresh water available, portable toilets. Covered picnic
shelter, boat launch.
Maple Springs Group Campground
Open From 03/01/2000 To 11/30/2000
Four sites for groups with horses; 3 sites for groups without horses. For groups only, minimum 9 persons,
maximum 24 persons per site. Horse sites can accommodate only 8 horses. Portable toilets, fresh water
available.
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LODGING
Mammoth Cave Hotel
Open All Year
Hotel, Sunset Point Lodge, Woodland Cottages. Restaurant, coffee shop, gift shop, craft shop, meeting rooms,
accessible facilities.
For More Information on this lodging please call (270)758-2225
FACILITIES
Visitor Centers
MAMMOTH CAVE NATIONAL PARK VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year Varies by season
Phone - (270)758-2180
Location - Headquarters area
Closures - December 25
Special Programs - Films "Water and Stone" and "Voices of the Cave"; ranger-led auditorium talks and slide
presentations
Exhibits - Visual exhibits; exhibit on cave exploration; relief map of park; "video aquarium"
Available Facilities - Water fountains, restrooms, Eastern National bookstore, information desk, weather
reports, ticket office, boat tour concession
New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route
http://www.nps.gov/neje
CONTACTS
Email - [email protected] Fax- 856.447.0108
Write to
389 Fortescue Road
PO Box 568
Newport, NJ 08345-0568
Phone
Headquarters - 856.447.0103
TRAVEL BASICS
All of the trail destinations and welcome centers are operated by other organizations that maintain a variety of
public hours. Specific information is available by contacting the trail headquarters, welcome centers, and
individual destinations.
Getting There
PLANE - Nearest airports serving the NJ Coastal Heritage Trail include: Philadelphia International, Newark
International, and the Atlantic City Regional.
CAR - Trail welcome centers are located at Fort Mott State Park (off State Route 49 between Salem and
Pennsville in Salem County near the Delaware Memorial Bridge) and at the Ocean View Tourist Information
Center (Milepost 18.3 on the Garden State Parkway in Cape May County north of Cape May).
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - NJ Transit - bus and rail service at telephone:
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Northern NJ - 800.772.2222 Out of state - 800.762.5100
Southern NJ - 800.582.5946 Out of state - 800.569.3752
Weather & Climate
Summers (June-September) are generally warm and humid; wear comfortable sportswear and walking shoes.
Biting insects (flies, mosquitoes, and ticks) abound in season particularly in wooded and grassy field areas. Late
fall and winter months (October-April) are usually cool and wet.
Accessibility
Many trail destinations are at least partially wheelchair accessible. Exact accessibility and accommodations vary
from destination to destination. See the additional information web pages for a listing of each destination and
contact telephone numbers.
Getting Around
The Coastal Heritage Trail is designed primarily as a vehicular tourism route in which interpretive themes link
destinations throughout the trail area. Availability of public transportation varies to and/or from destination to
destination.
FEES, COSTS, RATES: Most trail destinations do not have admission fees. Some have seasonal parking fees.
Visitors should contact individual destinations for more information.
CAMPING
New Jersey State Parks
Open All Year
See the Trail's additional information web page for individual regional listings and telephone numbers.
For More Information on this campground please call 609.292.2797
NJ Campground Owners Association
Open All Year
Clean, wholesome camping environments where families and friends can relax and share the fascinations of
nature and relive life's experiences while sitting around the campfire.
For More Information on this campground please call 609.465.8444
LODGING
Numerous lodging facilities.
Open All Year
None are operated by the Coastal Heritage Trail. A variety of commercial hotels, motels, and RV camping sites
are available throughout the trail area. See the Trail's In-Depth web page for listings and phone numbers. NJ
state travel and tourism office will also provide guides for lodging throughout the state. Telephone number:
800.VISITNJ ext. 0411.
FACILITIES
Visitor Centers
CAPE MAY REGION WELCOME CENTER
Open All Year 9:00am - 4:30pm
Phone - (609) 624-0918
Location - Directions: The welcome center is located at the Ocean View Service Area of the Garden State
Parkway at milepost 18.3.
Closures - The information center operates daily from 9:00am to 4:30pm. It is closed on Thanksgiving,
Christmas, and New Year’
s Day.
Special Programs - This is a full service center operated by the New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism. It is
fully accessible and includes the Cape May County Chamber of Commerce with information about area lodging
and points of interest.
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Exhibits - New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route exhibits, an audiovisual orientation program, information,
and brochures about the Trail are available. The exhibits focus on the Trail's Relaxation & Inspiration
interpretive theme.
Available Facilities - Restrooms, travel information, restaurants, full service fuel and service station, special
exhibits about the region, informational brochures, AV alcove with Trail orientation video.
DELSEA REGION WELCOME CENTER
Open All Year Vary throughout the year.
Phone - (856) 935-3218
Location - Directions: Heading east on state road 49, take county road 630 (Fort Mott Road); heading west on
SR49, take CR632 (Lighthouse Road), and follow the Fort Mott State Park signs.
Closures - Call the park for holiday closures.
Special Programs - On weekends only, beginning with the last weekend in April through mid-June, Wednesday
through Sunday from mid-June through Labor Day, and again on weekends only from Labor Day through the
last weekend in September, visitors can travel back in time on the Delaware River and Bay Authority's three
forts ferry crossing. This ferry service connects Delaware City, Delaware, Fort Delaware on Pea Patch Island,
and Fort Mott.
Exhibits - Built for the federal government's post Civil War coastal defense plan of defending Delaware River
ports, Fort Mott was part of a three-fort coastal defense system which also included Fort Delaware on Pea Patch
Island and Fort DuPont in Delaware City, Delaware. Its big 10 and 12 inch guns were mounted on disappearing
carriages with an effective range of eight to ten miles, sufficient to match or out-range the guns of contemporary
naval vessels. Welcome Center exhibits on the Trail's maritime history theme and Trail information are
available.
Available Facilities - Guided interpretive walks along the sea wall during the busy summer season. Restrooms,
AV theatre with Trail orientation videos, picnic grounds, and nearby Hancock House State Historic Site.
New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve
http://www.nps.gov/pine
CONTACTS
Write to
National Park Service
200 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
- or New Jersey Pinelands Commission
15 Springfield Road (P.O. Box 7)
New Lisbon, NJ 08064
Phone
Headquarters - (215) 597-1903
Visitor Information - (609) 894-7300
Visitor Information - (856) 447-0103
TRAVEL BASICS
The Reserve is served by public roads that are open year-round. However, public and private tourism and
recreation facilities maintain varying seasonal and daily operational hours.
FEES/PERMITS
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Entrance Fee
Free!
There are no entrance fees to the Reserve and, with the exception of the New Jersey Turnpike, Garden State
Parkway and Atlantic City Expressway, roadways are toll-free. Entrance and user fees are charged for many
public and private recreation and tourism services.
CAMPING
New Jersey State Parks & Forests
Camping/overnight accommodations available at Bass River, Belleplain, Lebanon and Wharton Forests.
Facilities include wilderness sites, family campsites, group campsites, lean-tos, and cabins.
For More Information on this campground please call 800-843-6420/609-984-0370
LODGING
privately owned accommodations
Open All Year
Listing of motels, inns, b&b's and campgrounds within the Shore, Delaware River, Greater Atlantic City and
Southern Shore Regions of the Pinelands National Reserve.
For More Information on this lodging please call 609-292-2470
Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site
http://www.nps.gov/paav
CONTACTS
Write to
The National Mall
Washington, DC 20024-2000
- or 900 Ohio Drive, SW
, DC 20242
Phone
TRAVEL BASICS
Shenandoah National Park
http://www.nps.gov/shen
CONTACTS
Write to
3655 U.S. Highway 211 East
Luray, VA 22835-9036
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Phone
Visitor Information Recorded Message - 540-999-3500
TRAVEL BASICS
The park itself is always open, but some portions of the Skyline Drive, the only road through Shenandoah
National Park, are closed from dusk to early morning during hunting season. This road also closes in inclement
weather for safety reasons. Visitor facilities and services begin operating between early April and Memorial Day
and close down by late November.
Getting There
PLANE - The closest airports are in Washington, DC, Weyers Cave, VA, and Charlottesville, VA.
CAR - The four entrances to the park are at I-66 and Route 340 to the north entrance at Front Royal, Route 211
to the central entrance at Thornton Gap, Route 33 to Swift Run Gap, and I-64 to the Rockfish Gap entrance at
the southern end of the park and the northern end of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Speed limit for the Skyline Drive
is 35mph.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - There are no bus, taxi, or shuttle services through the park.
Weather & Climate
The mountains in Shenandoah National Park are usually 10 degrees cooler than the valley below. Winters can be
severe with snow and ice, and summer showers may be sudden. Layered clothing is always suggested.
Accessibility
Most facilities and services in the park are accessible or accessible with assistance. Detailed information is
provided in the expanded park web pages and through the connection to the concessioner web pages under each
facility or service. Limberlost Trail is the park's first accessible trail for wheelchairs; it is also very popular for
parents with strollers and anyone looking for a special experience and leisurely stroll rather than a hike.
Getting Around
Since there are no bus, taxi, or shuttle services through the park, a car is needed. Speed limit is 35mph. Bicycles
are permitted in the park on paved roads only. The speed limit for bicycles is also 35mph on the Skyline Drive
and 10mph in the campgrounds.
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
1. DAILY FEE (INDIVIDUALS)
$5.00 for 7 Days
Per-person fee for persons 17 years of age or older when entering by means other than a single, private, noncommercial vehicle. Examples include walk-in entries at high-use areas such as Old Rag, Berry Hollow,
Weakley Hollow, Lower Whiteoak Canyon, and Little Devils Stairs; bicycles; motorcycles with one person;
taxis and limousines providing transportation only; buses carrying passengers not on a pre-packaged tour such
as school groups visiting for recreational purposes; and buses or vans registered to a non-profit organization
such as a church or school. A family traveling together shall pay no more than the $10.00 vehicle fee. Valid for
the day of purchase and the next six days.
2. DAILY FEE (VEHICLES)
$10.00 for 7 Days
Valid for single, private, non-commercial vehicles such as passenger cars, pickup trucks, motorcycles with two
or more occupants, RVs, vans, and converted busses. Valid for the day of purchase and the next six days.
3. SHENANDOAH ANNUAL PASS
$20.00 for Annual
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An annual pass for entrance into Shenandoah National Park for persons entering in a single, private, noncommercial vehicle or alternately the pass owner, spouse, children, and parents when a per-person fee is
charged. Valid for 12 months from the month of purchase. Pass is non-transferable and valid for one vehicle
only.
4. COMMERCIAL TOUR FEES
$75.00 7-15 Passengers for 7 Days
$100.00 16-25 Passengers for 7 Days
$200.00 26+ Passengers for 7 Days
A commercial tour is defined as consisting of "one or more persons traveling on an itinerary that has been
packaged, priced or sold for leisure or recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain
through the provision of the service." Entrance fees are based upon the total capacity of the vehicles that can
carry seven or more passengers. Possession of a national park passport or the age of the passengers does not
affect the price charged. Entrance fees are valid for the day of purchase and the next six days for a vehicle
carrying the same group of passengers. For sedans that hold six or fewer passengers, the fee is $25 plus $5 for
each passenger, excluding the driver.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CLICK ON IN-DEPTH.
CAMPING
1. Mathews Arm Campground
Mathews Arm (mile 22.1) is the nearest campground for those entering the park from the north. It is next to a
nature trail and the trail to Overall Run Falls, the tallest waterfall in the park. Elkwallow Wayside, with camping
supplies and food service, is two miles away. (179 sites; $14 per night; open spring through October)
2. Big Meadows Campground
Big Meadows (mile 51.3), though secluded, is near many of the major facilities and popular hiking trails in the
park. Three waterfalls are walking distance; the Meadow, with its abundant plant growth and wildlife, lies
directly across the Drive. Reservations are required mid-May through November; call 1-800-365-CAMP. (217
sites; $17 per night; open spring through November)
3. Lewis Mountain Campground
Lewis Mountain (mile 57.5), the smallest campground in the park, appeals to those who want a little more
privacy without venturing deep into the backcountry. Yet it is within seven miles of the popular Big Meadows
area. (32 sites; $14 per night; open spring through October)
4. Loft Mountain Campground
Loft Mountain (mile 79.5), the largest campground in the park, sits atop Big Flat Mountain with outstanding
views to east and west. Two waterfalls and the trails into the Big Run Wilderness area are nearby. (219 sites;
$14 per night; open spring through October)
5. Dundo Group Campground
Dundo Group Campground (mile 83.7) is a primitive campground open only to bona fide educational groups. It
has seven large group sites, pit toilets, and water. Reservations are required; call 1-540-298-9625, or write
Shenandoah National Park, Swift Run Entrance Station, Rt. 3, Box 311, Elkton, VA 22827. ($30 per night; open
spring through November)
For more information, please click on IN-DEPTH.
LODGING
1. Skyland
Skyland (mile 41.7) has 177 guest rooms, rustic cabins, multi-unit lodges, and modern suites. American
Express, MasterCard, VISA, and Discover cards are accepted. A limited number of smoking rooms are
available. No extra fee is charged for cribs or children under 16 years old. There are some ADA accessible
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rooms. To make reservations at Skyland, write to ARAMARK Sports and Entertainment, Inc. (an authorized
park concessioner), P.O. Box 727, Luray, VA 22835; or call (800) 999-4714 or (540) 743-5108.
2. Big Meadows
Big Meadows (milepost 51) has 25 rooms in the main lodge, 72 additional rooms in rustic cabins, multi-unit
lodges, and modern suites. American Express, MasterCard, VISA, and Discover cards are accepted. A limited
number of smoking rooms are available. No extra fee is charged for cribs or children under 16 years old. There
are some ADA accessible rooms. To make reservations at Big Meadows, write to ARAMARK Sports and
Entertainment, Inc. (an authorized park concessioner), P.O. Box 727, Luray, VA 22835; or call (800) 999-4714
or (540) 743-5108.
3. Lewis Mountain
Lewis Mountain (mile 57.5) has several rustic, furnished cabins with private baths and outdoor grill areas.
American Express, MasterCard, VISA, and Discover cards are accepted. A limited number of smoking rooms
are available. No extra fee is charged for cribs or children under 16 years old. There are some ADA accessible
rooms. To make reservations at Lewis Mountain, write to ARAMARK Sports and Entertainment, Inc. (an
authorized park concessioner), P.O. Box 727, Luray, VA 22835; or call (800) 999-4714 or (540) 743-5108.
4. PATC Cabins
The Potomac Appalachian Trail Club (an authorized park concessioner), maintains six locked, primitive cabins
in the park. The cabins are equipped with mattresses, blankets, and cookware. A pit toilet and spring water are
nearby. To get information or to make reservations, call PATC at (703) 242-0693 or (703) 242-0315; or write to
PATC, 118 Park Street, SE, Vienna, VA 22180.
For more information, please click on IN-DEPTH.
FACILITIES
1. DICKEY RIDGE VISITOR CENTER
Open From 04/14/2000 To 11/26/2000 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location - Mile 4.6 on Skyline Drive
Available Facilities - Restrooms, information desk, exhibits, videos, sales, publications, maps, backcountry
permits, and first aid. Many ranger-led programs and hikes begin here.
2. HARRY F. BYRD, SR. VISITOR CENTER
Open From 04/14/2000 To 11/26/2000 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location - Milepost 51 on Skyline Drive
Available Facilities - Restrooms, information desk, exhibits, videos, sales, publications, maps, backcountry
permits, and first aid. Many ranger-led programs and hikes begin here.
3. LOFT MOUNTAIN INFORMATION CENTER
Open From 05/26/2000 To 11/05/2000 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location - Mile 79.5 on Skyline Drive.
Closures - Wednesdays and Thursdays
Available Facilities - Restrooms, information desk, sales, publications, maps, backcountry permits, and first aid.
Many ranger-led programs and hikes begin here.
PLEASE VISIT IN-DEPTH FOR ADDITIONAL FACILITIES AND SERVICES.
Valley Forge National Historical Park
http://www.nps.gov/vafo
CONTACTS
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Write to
P. O. Box 953
Valley Forge, PA 19482-0953
Phone
Visitor Information (TDD) - 610-783-1099
TRAVEL BASICS
Park grounds open daily, year-round; open sun-up to sun-down, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Visitor Center and
Washington's Headquarters open 9 am to 5 pm daily except closed Christmas day.
Getting There
PLANE - Philadelphia International Airport is located 25 miles away from the park. From the airport, take 95
south, 476 north, then 76 west.
CAR - How to Reach the Park
From New York, and points northeast, and also from Harrisburg and points west via the Pennsylvania Turnpike
(Interstate 76 west, 276 east): Get off at Exit 24 - "Valley Forge" Use right side of tollbooth. Take Valley Forge
exit just beyond tollbooth. Sign says “
Exit 25 Valley Forge”
. Go north on North Gulph Road for approximately
1.5 miles. At fifth traffic light, turn left into the park at park entrance sign.
From Philadelphia, New Jersey and points southeast, via the Schuylkill Expressway (Interstate 76 west): Get off
at Exit 25, the last exit before tollbooth. Sign says, "Exit 25, Mall Blvd". Make right at first traffic light. At next
light make right onto North Gulph Road. Go about 1.5 miles. At sixth traffic light, turn left into the park at park
entrance sign.
From Baltimore, Wilmington, DE, and points southeast, via U.S. 202 north:
Get off at the “
422 west exit.”
Go about 2 miles. Take the “
Valley Forge, Route 23 west exit,”
located just past
the overpass. Turn right at the top of the exit ramp and merge into the center lane. Park entrance is straight
ahead.
From Pottstown and Reading PA, and points northwest, via 422 east:
Get off at “
Valley Forge”
exit. Make right at the top of the exit ramp and merge into the center lane. Park
entrance is straight ahead at the traffic light.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - SEPTA Bus Route 125 stops at the Valley Forge Visitor Center, the near-by
Sheraton Hotel, and King Of Prussia Mall.
Weather & Climate
Winters cold and damp, spring and fall, cool, and summers, hot and humid. Snows in the winter, sturdy hiking
shoes recommended for outdoor recreation.
Accessibility
Visitor Center and the auditorium have universal access. Washington's Headquarters and the Muhlenberg
Brigade huts are also accessible. Accessibility folder and wheelchair are available at the Visitor Center.
Captioned 18-minute film is shown on request. Assistance for the hearing impaired is available in our
auditorium. All restrooms are wheelchair accessible throughout the park. Multi-Use Trail is paved & universally
accessible.
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Getting Around
Valley Forge bus tours offer daily tours of the park from May through October. Call (610)-783-1077 for
schedule. Ten-mile self-guiding auto tour.
Cassette tape for sale and free map of tour route available in the Visitor Center.
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
WASHINGTON'S HEADQUARTERS
$3.00 for 7 Days
A $3.00 per adult entrance fee is charged to enter Washington's Headquarters from April 1 - November 30. All
other park facilities at Valley Forge are available at no charge.
FACILITIES
DEWEES' HOUSE
Open All Year Intermittent
Phone - 610-783-1077
Location - Tour Stop #5
Special Programs - Park rangers present some of their special topic programs at the Dewees' House. Check at
the Visitor Center before you visit. Consult the list of special topic programs on our home page at:
http://www.nps.gov/vafo/events/STPMA01.htm
MUHLENBERG BRIGADE
Open All Year Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Phone - 610-783-1077
Closures - At times, the Muhlenberg Brigade may be closed due to severe weather and staffing limitations.
Check at the Visitor Center before you visit.
Special Programs - Ongoing: Life of a Regular Soldier: Learn about the experiences of the soldiers and women
of the army. Ranger Program: Commemorating the Soldiers 2:30 p.m.: Discover more about the dedication,
teamwork, and skills that enabled the continental soldiers to persevere on to victory. (20 minutes)
VARNUM'S QUARTERS
May through October: Saturday and Sunday, 12 - 4 p.m.
Phone - 610-783-1077
Special Programs - Ongoing: Living with an Army: Visit the house where General Varnum quartered and see
the Grand Parade where Baron von Steuben trained the troops. Discover how the encampment affected civilians
who lived at Valley Forge.
WASHINGTON'S HEADQUARTERS
Open All Year Daily, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone - 610-783-1077
Special Programs - Ongoing: Nerve Center of the Encampment: Visit the house that was used by George
Washington as his headquarters at Valley Forge. A $3.00 per adult entrance fee is charged to enter Washington's
Headquarters from April 1 - November 30. Admission and passes available at the Visitor Center.
Visitor Centers
VISITOR CENTER
Open All Year Daily, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Phone - 610-783-1077
Location - Rt 23 and North Gulph Rd. Valley Forge, PA 19482
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Special Programs - Film: Valley Forge: A Winter Encampment, shown every half-hour from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30
p.m.
Exhibits - Museum Exhibit: A Glimpse into Time
Available Facilities - Museum Shop
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