Glamping Clear Spring Maryland 3-Cabin Campground

Feathered Friends & Towpath Trails: Birding Bliss at Timber Valley Retreat Spring is in the air, and with it, the sweet melodies of returning songbirds! If you're a birder, or simply someone who enjoys the peaceful beauty of nature, Timber Valley Retreat is the perfect base camp for your next birding adventure. Nestled in the heart of Big Spring, near the Potomac River, we offer a tranquil escape and unparalleled access to the historic Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal). Why Timber Valley Retreat is Your Ideal Birding Base Camp: Comfort & Convenience: After a full day of quiet exploration, return to the comfort of our cozy cabins. Enjoy modern amenities, comfortable beds, and the soothing sounds of nature right outside your door. You get to focus entirely on the birds without sacrificing rest. Proximity to Prime Birding Locations: We are strategically located near a variety of vital habitats—from lush forests to riverside wetlands—providi...

What a wonderful combination! Here are the benefits of birding along the C&O Canal and Western Maryland Rail Trail, as well as staying at Timber Valley Retreat: Birding Benefits C&O Canal Diverse habitats : The C&O Canal offers a variety of habitats, including forests, wetlands, and open fields, attracting a wide range of bird species. Waterfowl and shorebirds : The canal's waterways and adjacent wetlands are perfect for spotting waterfowl, shorebirds, and wading birds. Warblers and songbirds : The canal's forested areas are a haven for warblers, songbirds, and other migratory species. Raptors and owls : Keep an eye out for hawks, eagles, and owls, which can be seen soaring overhead or perched in trees. Visit  https://www.canaltrust.org/pyv/four-locks/ Western Maryland Rail Trail Open country birds : The rail trail's open fields and meadows attract birds like meadowlarks, sparrows, and finches. Woodland edge birds : The trail's woodland edges are home to spe...