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Campground safety and reservations


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Riders from FLX on 6/5/2018 8:14:16 PM:
Just wondering if a July journey along GAP and C&O is safe for a single woman camping? Are campgrounds usually available without reservations for cyclists? Will there be other people around or is it going to be lonely? Thanks!!!
 
Richard from Washington on 6/6/2018 10:04:15 AM:
The GAP will feel more comfortable to a lone rider. It has heavier traffic. You might try to tie up with other riders that are the same speed. The C&O path is pretty overgrown and bumpy in places, meaning it doesn't carry as much traffic. I take lots of day-rides along the Harpers Ferry to DC section. The campgrounds always seem to have enough people to be safe at night. Still, it wouldn't hurt man or woman to ride with a companion whether it's someone you started out with or met on the ride. As with any similar trip, if something makes you feel uncomfortable, get off the trail and find somewhere else to spend the night.
 
Anonymous from West Newton on 6/6/2018 8:28:54 PM:
I am able to let you stay at my house along the trail if you will be going through West Newton. Also a single woman. I do have friendly dogs. Also there is a bed and breakfast there and a camp cheap campspot at Yough outfitters which is safe on the riverbank.
 
Anonymous on 6/6/2018 10:55:57 PM:
On the C&O some of the lock houses are available for rent for a nominal fee.
 
Ivonete Chasson from DC on 6/8/2018 4:23:23 PM:
Last July I hiked the C&O alone and it was great. I stayed on the free overnight campsites along the trail without any problem. Then I meet a man who asked if he could hike with me and I said yes and it was fine too. I am planning to bike the trail this July if you are interested in coming along you are welcome.
 
Riders on 6/13/2018 5:43:52 PM:
Thank you for the feedback. It sounds like it will be a lovely journey.
 
Nikola on 6/15/2018 2:19:58 AM:
I am going to cycle the whole path from Cumberland to DC this weekend. Feel free to text and join me if you are going as well now, 415 994 7620
 
Kieran from Brisbane on 6/18/2018 6:37:00 AM:
I’m planning to ride from Cumberland to DC on Monday the 25th June. If anybody is interested to come along. Maybe one night stay in a hostel or hotel along the way. Happily Married male 50 from Australia.
 
robert jones from ocala fl and gien france on 6/23/2018 2:36:26 AM:
It is a long way off but I plan on riding from Pitts to DC last of August or Sept. Plans are uncertain as of now. happy biking
 
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