Evitts Creek Campsite campground
Evitts Creek Campsite
One of the most notable points of interest in the area is the C&O Canal National Historical Park, which offers visitors a chance to explore over 184 miles of scenic waterway. The park also offers opportunities for hiking, biking, and boating, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
The camping area itself offers several amenities, including picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. Campers can also enjoy easy access to Evitts Creek, which provides a great opportunity for fishing and swimming.
Interesting facts about the area include the fact that the Eastern Continental Divide is the boundary between the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico watersheds, and that C&O Canal National Historical Park is the largest national park in the United States.
The best time of year to visit the Evitts Creek Campsite camping area is in the spring and fall, when temperatures are mild and the surrounding foliage is at its peak. Average temperatures during the spring and fall months range from 50-70 degrees Fahrenheit, making it a comfortable time to enjoy the great outdoors.
What's on-site at Evitts Creek Campsite
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Evitts Creek Campsite, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Mountain Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Irons Mountain Hiker Biker Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Spring Gap - C And O Canal National Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Spring Gap | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Spring Gap Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Evitts Creek Campsite -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Branch Potomac River Near Cumberland | 1,950 cfs | → |
| Wills Creek Near Cumberland | 1,060 cfs | → |
| Town Creek Near Oldtown | 1,080 cfs | → |
| South Branch Potomac River Near Springfield | 4,300 cfs | → |
| Patterson Creek Near Headsville | 564 cfs | → |
| Wills Creek Below Hyndman | 826 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Evitts Creek Campsite -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland 2 Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Frostburg 2 Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Frostburg 1 Nnw | 0.4 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Glencoe | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Keyser 2 Ssw Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grantsville 2.0 Ese | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- C Eugene Mason Sports Complex
- Wills Mountain State Park
- Rocky Gap State Park
- Paris N. Glendening Recreation Complex
- Dans Mountain State Park
- State Game Lands 048
Boat launches
- Chesapeake And Ohio Canal Trail Allegany County
- Gordon Lake Boat Access
- Koon Lake Boat Access
- Springfield Pike Hampshire County
- Bonds Landing Road Allegany County
- Chesapeake And Ohio Canal Trail Little Orleans
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Begins South Of Largent To The Confluence With The Potomac At Great Cacapon
- Capon Bridge To Ends Just South Of Largent
- Begins Below The Youghiogheny River Lake Dam In Confluence, Pennsylvania To Ends In South Connellsville, Pennsylvania
- Begins Where The Lost River Becomes The Cacapon River To Wardensville
- Wardensville To The Town Of Capon Bridge
- The West Virginia 259 Bridge South Of Wardensville To Ends Where The Lost River Becomes The Cacapon River
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Evitts Creek Campsite as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Evitts Creek Campsite
Can I make reservations at Evitts Creek Campsite?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Evitts Creek Campsite?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Evitts Creek Campsite.