Ed Garvey Shelter AT Camping Area

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CampgroundBackcountryTent Site

About this campsite

Campground: Ed Garvey Shelter AT Camping Area. Operated by Potomac Appalachian Trail Club.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Backcountry

Tent Site

Location

Ed Garvey Shelter AT Camping Area•MD

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Common questions about Ed Garvey Shelter AT Camping Area

What facilities does Ed Garvey Shelter AT Camping Area have?

Ed Garvey Shelter AT Camping Area has backcountry and tent site. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Ed Garvey Shelter AT Camping Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Ed Garvey Shelter AT Camping Area, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

Where is Ed Garvey Shelter AT Camping Area?

Ed Garvey Shelter AT Camping Area sits in MD. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Ed Garvey Shelter AT Camping Area

Facilities recorded for Ed Garvey Shelter AT Camping Area
Facility	On site
Backcountry	Yes
Tent Site	Yes

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