Little Pool Campsite campground
Little Pool Campsite
Points of Interest:
- The C&O Canal is located nearby and offers 184.5 miles of hiking and biking trails along the Potomac River.
- The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park is a popular draw and is home to over 20 historic lockhouses and numerous aqueducts.
- The historic town of Cumberland is located just a short drive away and is home to numerous restaurants, shops and museums.
Campground Amenities:
- The Little Pool Campsite offers primitive camping, meaning there are no hookups or showers.
- There is a small playground available for children.
- Fire rings and picnic tables are available at each site.
- The campground is pet-friendly.
Interesting Facts:
- Green Ridge State Forest is the second-largest state forest in Maryland, covering over 47,000 acres.
- The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, wild turkeys, and white-tailed deer.
- Little Pool Pond is part of the state’s “Put and Take Trout Program,” which means it is stocked with trout for fishing.
Best Time to Visit:
The best time to visit Little Pool Campsite is in the fall when the leaves change color and the temperatures are mild. The average temperature during this time of year is around 60°F during the day and 40°F at night. Spring and summer months can be hot and humid, with temperatures averaging around 80°F during the day and 60°F at night.
Overall, the Little Pool Campsite is a great place to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the beauty of nature. With plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy and nearby points of interest, visitors are sure to have a memorable experience.
What's on-site at Little Pool 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 Little Pool Campsite, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Pool Hiker Biker Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Licking Creek Hiker Biker Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Licking Creek Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| White Rock Hiker-Biker Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Leopards Mill Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Little Pool Campsite -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Potomac River At Hancock | 3,840 cfs | → |
| Sideling Hill Creek Near Bellegrove | 48 cfs | → |
| Back Creek Near Jones Springs | 108 cfs | → |
| Cacapon River Near Great Cacapon | 553 cfs | → |
| Tonoloway Creek Near Needmore | 7 cfs | → |
| Conococheague Creek At Fairview | 439 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Little Pool Campsite -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Spring 3 N | 0.8 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cacapon St Park | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hagerstown 4.1 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hagerstown 1.0 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hagerstown 1e Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Everett 3.4 Sw | 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
- State Game Lands 124
- Fort Frederick State Park
- State Game Lands 128
- State Game Lands 065
- State Game Lands 049
- State Game Lands 053
Boat launches
- Chesapeake And Ohio Canal Trail Hancock
- Blairs Valley Lake
- Chesapeake And Ohio Canal Trail Washington County
- Starliper Road Washington County
- Sleepy Creek Road Berkeley County
- Berkeley County
Fishing spots
- Blairs Valley Lake
- Sideling Hill Creek Put And Take Area
- Fifteenmile Creek
- Chesapeake And Ohio Canal
- Potomac River Reservoir
- Orchard Pond
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 Little Pool Campsite as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Little Pool Campsite
Can I make reservations at Little Pool 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 Little Pool 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.
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Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Little Pool Campsite.