Campground · MD
Carderock Recreation Area Pavilion
MD · Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
Carderock Recreation Area Pavilion is generally hard to book. Across the 6 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in May (10/10) and eases to its lowest in July (7/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (May), arrivals are lightest on Tuesday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
- 1 accessible sites
Activities: HIKING, FISHING, CAMPING
How much does it cost to camp at Carderock Recreation Area Pavilion?
During Peak Season, reserve the Carderock Pavilion for $250 per day plus an additional $100 on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. During Non-Peak Season, reserve the Carderock Pavilion for $125 per day plus an additional $50 on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.