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Fort Frederick State Park campground

West-Virginia, USA 39.604°, -78.008°
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Fort Frederick State Park -- West-Virginia campground
Fort Frederick State Park West-Virginia
About this campground

Fort Frederick State Park

Fort Frederick State Park in Maryland offers 29 established, primitive campsites (no hookups) in a wooded setting near historic 18th-century fort ruins. Reservations are required and can be made online; there are nightly fees. Amenities include pit toilets, potable water, picnic tables, and fire rings at each site. RVs are allowed, but no electric or water hookups are available. There’s no dispersed camping. The peaceful, forested atmosphere is great for history buffs and nature lovers alike. Enjoy hiking along the C&O Canal Towpath, fishing nearby, or exploring the original stone fort. Best visited in spring or fall for mild weather and fewer bugs.
StateWest-Virginia
Latitude39.6040°
Longitude-78.0076°
Amenities

What's on-site at Fort Frederick State Park

Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.

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Reservations
Available
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Toilets
Not listed
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Showers
Not listed
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Fire rings
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Detailed forecast

Plan your trip down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

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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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.

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Nearby campgrounds

Other campgrounds in the area

Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Fort Frederick State Park, with reservations status.

Live water

Nearby streamflow

USGS streamgauges within reach of Fort Frederick State Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.

Snowpack

Nearby snow depths

NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Fort Frederick State Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.

SNOTEL station Snowpack 24h Snowfall View
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
Cacapon St Park 0.0 in 0.0 in
Bunker Hill 1.5 Sw 0.0 in 0.0 in
Berryville 0.9 Nnw 0.0 in 0.0 in

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 Fort Frederick State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Fort Frederick State Park

Can I make reservations at Fort Frederick State Park?

Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.

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 Fort Frederick State Park?

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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Other campgrounds near here

Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Fort Frederick State Park.

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Manage alerts in the Snoflo app

Custom push alerts are configured in the 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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