C&O Canal Bicycling Guide | Print-n-go |
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| 0.0 | Mile Marker 0 (map) | Located next to the original Watergate, on the Potomac shoreline, right next to Thompson Boat Center. Accessible only from the boat center. | |||||
| 0.1 | Thompson's Boat Center (map) | 202.333.9543 : Bicycle rentals (day trips only) - located about a two blocks south of the towpath trail head, right on the river shore, at the corner of Rock Creek Pkwy and Virginia Ave. | |||||
| 0.1 | Hotel Lombardy (map) | 800.424.5486: Foggy Bottom Area, 2019 Pennsylvania Ave, NW | X | ||||
| 0.1 | Tabard Inn (map) | 202.785.1277: Located in Dupont Circle Area. 1739 N Street, NW | X | ||||
| 0.1 | Washington DC Hostel (map) | 202.737.2333: Located at 11th and K Streets, NW (near the Convention Center). | X | ||||
| 0.1 | Washington Harbour (map) | Several outdoor cafes along the waterfront. | X | ||||
| 0.3 | Start of Towpath | Just south of the Pennsylvania Ave and Rock Creek Pkwy intersection. Continue downstream via the Rock Creek Bicycle Trail | X | ||||
| 0.5 | Georgetown Visitor Center (map) | 202.653.5190: National Park Visitor Center. Canal boat rides available. 1057 Thomas Jefferson St, NW, Washington, DC 20007 | X | ||||
| 1.0 | Key Bridge (map) | Easy bicycle access to Rosslyn, VA, the Mount Vernon Trail, and Reagan National Airport. Many inexpensive hotels. | |||||
| 1.0 | The Inn of Rosslyn (map) | 703-524-3400: Inexpensive motel, access via Key Bridge. 1601 Arlington Blvd, Arlington, VA | X | ||||
| 1.6 | Georgetown University (map) | Access via tunnel underneath the Canal. Near intersection of Canal and Foxhall Roads. | X | ||||
| 3.1 | Fletcher's Cove | 202.244.0461: Snack Bar. Single-speed bike and boat rentals. Nice area for a picnic. Parking available. | X | X | X | ||
| 3.6 | Capital Crescent Trail Trestle | This former railroad trestle now carries a very popular paved trail to Bethesda, MD. Easy access point at mile 3.1 | |||||
| 4.0 | Chain Bridge | Last bicycle river crossing to Virginia until Mile 34.5 | X | ||||
| 4.7 | Maryland State Line | ||||||
| 5.0 | Lock #5 | Modern footbridge over parkway to Ridge Drive near the corner 61st Street. | X | ||||
| 5.3 | Lock #6 | Parking area along Clara Barton Parkway | X | ||||
| 5.8 | Little Falls Pumping Stations | ||||||
| 7.0 | Lock #7 | Parking area along Clara Barton Parkway | X | ||||
| 7.5 | Cabin John Bridge | Free standing stone arch bridge, located about 0.25 mile away from river (via footbridge). Access to MaCarthur Blvd, but difficult with bicycle. | |||||
| 8.4 | Lock #8 / Cabin John (map) | Cabin John Shopping Center (at MaCarthur and 79th St) located about 0.5 mile away from river (Deli / Store). Cross lock and follow wide path to left. Becomes paved Riverside Ave. Follow thru tunnel and continue 79th St. | X | X | |||
| 8.7 | Lock #10 | Parking area along Clara Barton Parkway | X | X | |||
| 9.3 | Capital Beltway (I-495) |
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| 10.4 | Carderock Recreational Area (map) | Picnic, rest rooms, water. Very easy access from I-495. | X | X | |||
| 11.5 | Footbridge | Water on opposite side of canal. Access to MaCarthur, 0.1 mile west of Brickyard Rd. Loading only - No Parking. | X | X | |||
| 11.6 | Marsden Tract Campground (map) | 301.299.3613: PERMIT REQUIRED - reserved for civic/scout organizations only. $20/night | X | ||||
| 12.3 | Old Angler's Inn (map) | Popular free parking area across from Old Angler's Inn on MaCarthur Blvd. VERY Crowded. Access to optional Berma Rd route. | X | ||||
| 12.3 | Rockwood Manor (map) | 301.299.5026: County operated conference center with overnight accommodations for large groups (up to 100 persons). About one half mile up the hill from Angler's Inn. | X | ||||
| 13.0 | Bill Goat Hiking Trail | South Entrance: No Bikes | |||||
| 13.7 | Widewater Stop Lock | This structure is used to prevent flood damage downstream. Access to Berma Rd, via stairs. | |||||
| 13.8 | Bill Goat Hiking Trail | North Entrance: No Bikes, but great hiking trail. | |||||
| 13.9 | Mather Gorge Overlook | 75 foot drop down to river. During big floods, the river rises about 10 over the towpath at this point! | |||||
| 14.0 | Great Falls Overlook (map) | Follow Footbridges out to overlook - No Bikes | |||||
| 14.3 | Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center (map) | 301.767.3714: National Park Visitor Center. Operational Lock #20 located here. Paid parking available. 11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, MD 20854 | X | X | |||
| 14.3 | Great Falls Snack Bar (map) | Hotdogs and burgers. Located in large parking area. | X | ||||
| 16.6 | Swain's Lock #21 | Five Campsites - nearby vehicle access | X | X | X | ||
| 17.5 | Montgomery County Pumping Station | ||||||
| 19.7 | Pennyfield Lock #22 | Parking Lot - Access to River Road at Esworthy Rd | X | ||||
| 21.0 | Blockhouse Point cliffs | ||||||
| 22.1 | Violettes Lock #23 | X | |||||
| 22.8 | Rileys Lock #24 | Parking and access to River Road. Poole's General Store located 0.75 from Towpath (across Seneca Creek at River Road) | X | X | X | ||
| 22.8 | Seneca Creek Aqueduct | (Ruins) North arch was detroyed in 1973 by a thunderstorm flash flood. | |||||
| 22.8 | Poole's General Store (map) | Located about 3/4 miles away from the river, along Seneca Creek. Closed Sunday. | X | X |
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| 26.0 | Horsepen Branch H/B (map) | 1.2 miles from vehicle access at mile 27.2 | X | X | |||
| 27.2 | Mckee-Beshers Wildlife Area | Acess via Sycamore Landing Rd, 0.75 miles from River Rd | X | ||||
| 30.5 | Chisel Branch H/B (map) | 0.3 miles from vehicle access at mile 30.8 | X | X | |||
| 30.8 | Edward Ferry Boat Ramp | Access to Poolesville, MD | X | ||||
| 31.9 | Broad Run Trunk Aqueduct | (Ruins) | |||||
| 34.5 | Turtle Run H/B (map) | 1.0 miles from vehicle access at mile 35.5 | X | X | |||
| 35.5 | Whites Ferry | Food/Store (May-Oct only) - Bike/auto access to Leesburg, VA via Ferry (Fee). | X | X | |||
| 35.5 | Norris House Inn (map) | 800.644.1806: Leesburg: 108 Loudoun St SW. Accessible via Ferry and Business Route 15. Shuttle Available | X | ||||
| 35.5 | Best Western (map) | 703.777.9400: Leesburg: 726 E Market St | X | ||||
| 38.1 | Marble Quarry H/B | 1.5 miles from vehicle access at mile 39.6 | X | X | |||
| 39.8 | Dickerson Conservation Park (map) | Access from Martinsburg Rd. | X |
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| 41.6 | Dickerson Power Plant | US Olympic Kayak Team trains in spillway next to towpath. | |||||
| 42.1 | Monocacy Aqueduct | An Endangered US Historic Site | X | ||||
| 42.4 | Indian Flats H/B | 0.3 miles from vehicle access at mile 42.1 | X | X | |||
| 44.6 | Nolands Ferry | Boat Ramp and Picnic Area. Access from New Design Road. | X | ||||
| 47.6 | Calico Rocks H/B | 0.8 miles from vehicle access at mile 48.2 Located near busy railroad. Subject to noise. | X | X | |||
| 48.2 | Point of Rocks, MD | Route 15 Bridge ahead provides bike access to Virginia | X | ||||
| 48.2 | B & S Minimart (map) | Located 0.1 miles away from river, just downstream from Route 15 bridge. Serves fried chicken, subs, hot dogs, ice cream. | X |
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| 50.3 | Bald Eagle Island H/B | 0.5 miles from vehicle access at mile 50.8 Located near busy railroad. Subject to noise. | X | X | |||
| 50.8 | Lock 29 | Access from Lander Road | X | ||||
| 51.5 | Catoctin Creek Aqueduct (Ruins) | ||||||
| 54.0 | Brunswick Family Campground (map) | 301.834.8050: Private Campground - Showers. Located between Towpath and River, with Shower Facilities. Appears to be VERY popular but expect railroad noise. | X | ||||
| 55.0 | Brunswick, MD | Ample parking. A couple of restaurants, but no easily accessible convenience stores. Access to Virginia via route 17/287 | X | ||||
| 55.0 | Brunswick Railroad Museum (map) | 301.834.7100: 1/4 mile from canal in downtown Brunswick (about 1 block past the railroad station). Also houses the Brunswick C&O Visitor Center | |||||
| 55.0 | Georges Mill Farm B&B | 540.822.5224: Lovettsville, VA - about 5 miles south along Route 287. | X | ||||
| 55.0 | C&O Canal Bicycling (map) | 301.834.5180: Bike Rentals. Three blocks from towpath, next to Railroad and Canal Museums. | |||||
| 55.0 | Beans in the Belfry (map) | 301.834.7178: Coffee shop & meeting place located 0.3 miles from towpath. Cyber cafe offering Sandwiches, soups, salads. 122 West Potomac St | X | ||||
| 55.0 | Brunswick Visitor Center (map) | 301.834.7100: 40 West Potomac Street, with railroad Museum | |||||
| 58.0 | River & Trail Outfitters (map) | 888.446.7529 : Bike Rentals and other recreation services | |||||
| 58.0 | Appalachian Trail joins towpath | X | |||||
| 58.0 | Harpers Ferry Hostel (map) | 301.834.7652: On Maryland side across from Harpers Ferry. Cross RR Tracks and make first left. One mile up hill to corner of Keep Tryst and Sandy Hook Roads. | X | X | |||
| 60.2 | Sandy Hook, MD | ||||||
| 60.7 | Harpers Ferry, WV | Access via footbridge. National Historic Park. AMTRAK Station. Snack Bar (summer only, closes at 5:00p). Restaurant at Hilltop House. | X | X | X | ||
| 60.7 | Hilltop House (map) | 304.535.2132: Harpers Ferry, WV - about 1 mile from towpath. (CLOSED FOR RENOVATION UNTIL 2011) | X | ||||
| 60.7 | Comfort Inn (map) | 304.535.6391: Harpers Ferry, WV - about 1.5 miles from towpath | X | ||||
| 60.7 | River Riders | 800.326.7238: Harpers Ferry, WV - half day bike rentals for $25. Also offers multiday tour packages | |||||
| 61.2 | Maryland Heights Hiking Trail | Use footbridge over canal - Hiking trail to top of cliffs overlooking Harpers Ferry | X | ||||
| 61.5 | Harpers Ferry Road Access | Very small parking lot. No parking on weekends (raft access only) | X | X | |||
| 62.9 | Huckleberry Hill H/B | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access | X | X | |||
| 64.9 | Dargan Bend Recreation Area | Large Parking Area (40-50 vehicles) - Access from Back Rd | X | ||||
| 67.1 | Mountain Lock Recreation Area | Parking Area (10-15 vehicles) - Access from Limekiln Rd, just down hill from Harpers Ferry Rd | X | ||||
| 69.3 | Antietam Aqueduct | ||||||
| 69.4 | Antietam Creek Recreation Area (map) | Easy vehicle access - 20 Campsites - Fee Area: $10/Night | X | X | X |
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| 71.5 | Pack Horse Ford | Conferderate Army crossed here after the Battle of Antietam | |||||
| 72.8 | Route 34 Bridge | Large Parking Area, about 0.1 mile downriver from bridge. Restaurants located across river in Shepherstown, about 3/4 mile. | X | X | |||
| 72.8 | Bavarian Inn & Lodge (map) | 304.876.2551: Shepherstown, WV - Directly across river via Route 34 Bridge | X | ||||
| 72.8 | Thomas Shepherd Inn (map) | 888.889.8952: Shepherstown, WV - Cross Route 34 Bridge. About 1/2 Mile past Bavarian Inn | X | ||||
| 72.8 | Clarion Hotel & Conference Center (map) | 304.876.7000: Shepherstown, WV - Other side of town, past Thomas Shepherd Inn | X | ||||
| 72.8 | Days Inn (map) | 304.876.3160: Shepherstown, WV - Cross Route 34 Bridge. Right onto Route 45. Located on right at 2001 Maddex Square Drive. | X | ||||
| 75.3 | Killiansburg Cave H/B (map) | 1.3 miles from vehicle access at mile 76.6 | X | X | |||
| 75.7 | Killiansburg Cave | Large Cave about 20 above path in cliffs. (Hard to see through summer foliage) | |||||
| 76.6 | Snyders Landing Boat Ramp | Easiest access to Sharpsburg and Antietam Battlefield | X | ||||
| 76.6 | Jacob Rohrbach Inn B&B (map) | 877.839.4242: Sharpsburg, MD - About 1 mile from trail, near Antietam Battlefield | X | ||||
| 76.6 | Barron's Store (map) | A long time fixture on the canal, now owned by the Tyler Family. Offering cold drinks, packaged snacks, and ice cream. Open on weekends only. | X | ||||
| 76.6 | Antietam Guest House (map) | 301.992.9767: Quiet location in Sharpsburg, just one block off Main Street. Locked bike store. Great food nearby | X | ||||
| 79.9 | Horseshoe Bend H/B (map) | 1.1 miles from vehicle access at mile 81.0 | X | X | |||
| 81.0 | Taylors Landing Boat Ramp | Access to Antietam Battlefield | X |
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| 82.5 | Big Woods H/B (map) | 1.5 miles from vehicle access at mile 81.0 | X | X | |||
| 84.4 | Dam #4 (Bike Detour) | Use on road detour. | X | ||||
| 84.4 | Downsville General Store (map) | 301.223.6401: Small Deli located in Downsville, MD. About 1 mile off the detour via Dam Number 4 road | X | X | |||
| 88.1 | McMahons Mill (Bike Detour) | RV and Tent Camping | X | X | |||
| 90.9 | Opequon Junction H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access | X | X | |||
| 94.0 | Falling Waters | Confederate Army crossed here after the Battle of Gettysburg. | |||||
| 95.2 | Cumberland Valley H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access | X | X | |||
| 98.5 | I-81 Overpass | ||||||
| 99.4 | Williamsport Visitor Center | 301.582.0813: National Park Service Visitor Center. Great displays inside the Cushwa building. | X | ||||
| 99.4 | Red Roof Inn (map) | 301.582.3500: Williamsport, MD - Located about 1 Mile from the towpath, along Potomac Street (Route 11) | X | ||||
| 99.4 | Jellystone Park (map) | 301.223.7117: Private Campground - Full Service RV and Cabins. Located 2 Miles south of Williamsport along Route 68. Showers, pool, camp store. | X | ||||
| 99.4 | Hagerstown KOA (map) | 301.223.7571 : Private Campground - Full Service RV and Cabins. Located 3 Miles north of Williamsport along Kemp Mill Rd. Showers, pool, camp store. | X | ||||
| 99.4 | River City Cycles (map) | 301.223.8545: Bike shop at 22 N Conococheague St, just a few block off the canal at the top of the hill. | |||||
| 99.4 | Tony's New York Pizza (map) | 301.223.6266: Great place to load up on carbs. Corner of Salisbury and Conococheague Streets | X | ||||
| 99.4 | Byers Market (map) | 301.223.7474: Market and deli. 18 N Conococheague St | X | ||||
| 99.4 | Desert Rose Cafe (map) | 301.224.6400: NEW for 2008. Swing by for a cup of soup, a healthy sandwich or salad and perhaps an espresso or smoothy. 21 N Conococheague Street | X | ||||
| 99.5 | Conococheague Aqueduct | Pronounced Con-ni-ca-jig | |||||
| 101.2 | Jordan Junction H/B (map) | 1.9 miles from vehicle access at mile 99.3 | X | X |
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| 106.6 | Feeder Dam #5 | Access via Dam #5 Road - Parking Area. | X | ||||
| 108.1 | Charles Mill | Ruins located on berm side of canal. | |||||
| 108.6 | Four Locks | Large parking area, boat ramp. | X | ||||
| 109.6 | North Mountain H/B (map) | 0.4 miles from vehicle access at mile 110.0 | X | X | |||
| 110.0 | McCoys Ferry Recreation Area (map) | Primitive RV and Tent Camping - Fee Area $10/night | X | X | |||
| 112.4 | Fort Frederick State Park (map) | Massive pre-revolution Fort. Easy access from towpath | X | X | |||
| 112.5 | Big Pool | East End | |||||
| 114.0 | Big Pool | West End | |||||
| 114.5 | Western Maryland Rail Trail (map) | Eastern Access Point. Trailhead located 0.7 miles downstream of this point at Route 56 | X | ||||
| 116.0 | Licking Creek H/B | 1.5 miles from vehicle access at mile 114.5. Located Near I-70 - Subject to traffic noise. | X | X | |||
| 116.0 | Licking Creek Aqueduct |
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| 116.0 | Licking Creek H/B | 1.5 miles from vehicle access at mile 114.5. Located Near I-70 - Subject to traffic noise. | X | X | |||
| 116.0 | Licking Creek Aqueduct | ||||||
| 120.4 | Little Pool H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. Located Near I-70 - Subject to traffic noise. | X | X | |||
| 123.0 | Tonoloway Creek Aqueduct | ||||||
| 124.1 | Hancock, MD | Several Stores and Restaurants. Very easy access from towpath | X | ||||
| 124.1 | Park-N-Dine Restaurant (map) | 301.678.5242: 189 E Main St | X | ||||
| 124.4 | Super 8 Motel (map) | 301.678.6101: Hancock, MD - Travel one block away from river and turn left on Main Street. Hotel is located on far side of overpass. | X | ||||
| 124.4 | Hancock Budget Motel (map) | 301.678.7351: Hancock, MD | X | ||||
| 124.4 | C&O Bicycle (map) | 301.678.6665: Hancock, MD - Full Service Bike Shop, right next to the towpath on Penn Ave. Also offers overnight bunk house. Closed Tuesday. | X | ||||
| 124.4 | Weaver's Restaurant (map) | 301.678.6346: A towpath favorite. Great deserts! 77 W Main St | X | ||||
| 124.4 | Lockhouse Restaurant (map) | 301.678.6991: 11 E Main Street | X | ||||
| 126.4 | White Rock H/B (map) | 1.2 miles from vehicle access at mile 125.2 | X | X | |||
| 127.4 | Round Top Cement Mill | ||||||
| 129.2 | Happy Hills Campground (map) | 301.678.7760: Private Campground - Full Service RV and Tent Camping (200 Sites). Cabins and Horse Stables available. 12617 Seavolt Rd | X | ||||
| 129.8 | Leopards Mill H/B (map) | 0.9 miles from vehicle access at mile 130.7 | X | X |
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| 130.7 | Cohill, MD | Access from Route 144 via Willow Road | X | ||||
| 133.6 | Cacapon Junction H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. | X | X | |||
| 136.3 | Western Maryland Rail Trail (map) | Western trailhead at Lock 56 in Pearre, MD. This paved trail runs parallel to towpath for next 21 miles | |||||
| 136.6 | Sideling Hill Creek Aqueduct | ||||||
| 139.2 | Indigo Neck H/B (map) | 1.6 miles from vehicle access at mile 140.8 | X | X | |||
| 140.8 | Town Hill Hotel B&B (map) | 877.696.2794: Located several miles from the Towpath on top of Town Hill Mt. A shuttle service is available, with multiple pickup points | X | ||||
| 140.8 | Bill's Place (map) | Longtime favorite stop along the towpath. | X | ||||
| 140.8 | Fifteen Mile Creek Recreation Area (map) | Fee Area: $10 to $20. A Drive-in site with RV and tent sites (Primitive Facilities - No RV Hookups) | X | X | |||
| 140.8 | Little Orleans Campground (map) | 301.478-2325: Private Campground - RV and tent sites 1/4 mile from the towpath. Showers, pool, camp store. | X | X | |||
| 140.8 | Little Orleans Lodge (map) | 301.478.2102: Located near the towpath in Little Orleans | X | ||||
| 140.9 | Fifteen Mile Creek Aqueduct | ||||||
| 140.9 | Buck Valley Ranch (map) | 717.294.3759: Offers a free shuttle to and from the towpath. Includes dinner, breakfast and a packed lunch. | X | ||||
| 144.0 | Long Pond | 7 mile hiking trail to Green Ridge State Forest Visitor Center | |||||
| 144.5 | Devil's Alley H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. | X | X | |||
| 149.4 | Stickpile Hill H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - Rough access point 0.6 miles away at Mile 150 | X | X | |||
| 150.0 | Bonds Landing | Rustic access point from Kasecamp Road. Four wheel drive may be required. | X |
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| 150.0 | Bonds Landing | Rustic access point from Kasecamp Road. Four wheel drive may be required. | X | ||||
| 153.4 | Gross Hollow | Very rustic access point from Sportsman Club Rd - Four wheel drive only | X | ||||
| 154.1 | Sorrel Ridge H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - Rough access point 0.7 miles away at Mile 153.4 | X | X | |||
| 155.2 | Paw Paw Tunnel | North Entrance | |||||
| 155.8 | Paw Paw Tunnel | South Entrance | |||||
| 156.2 | Paw Paw Tunnel Campground (map) | Easy vehicle access - Tent Campsites - Fee Area: $10/Night | X | X | |||
| 156.2 | Paw Paw, WV (map) | General Store and Quick Mart. Located about 1 mile from towpath, across the river, via Route 51. | X | X | |||
| 156.2 | Sweet Magnolia Family Restaurant (map) | Located in Paw Paw about 1 mile from towpath, across the river, via Route 51. | X | ||||
| 156.2 | Heritage Trail Bed & Breakfast (map) | 304.947.7055: 107 Winchester Street in Paw Paw | X | ||||
| 156.2 | Grandma's Country Kitchen and Inn (map) | 800.580.4225: 103 Winchester Street in Paw Paw | X | ||||
| 156.9 | Purslane Run H/B (map) | 0.7 miles from vehicle access at mile 156.2 | X | X | |||
| 161.9 | Town Creek, MD | Access point to Route 51 located 0.2 miles upstream from lock #67 | X | ||||
| 162.1 | Town Creek H/B (map) | 0.2 miles from vehicle access at mile 161.9 | X | X | |||
| 162.3 | Town Creek Aqueduct | ||||||
| 164.8 | Potomac Forks H/B | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. | X | X | |||
| 166.7 | Oldtown, MD | Toll bridge over to Green Spring, WV | X | ||||
| 166.7 | Irvin Allen/Michael Cresap Museum (map) | George Washington slept here - many times. One block heading away from the river, at the tee. | |||||
| 166.7 | The School House Kitchen (map) | 301.478.5189: Restaurant and Community Center located in the old high school. Opposite direction from the toll bridge. Right at the tee, and the kitchen is one block on the right. | X | ||||
| 166.7 | Camp Potomac (map) | 301-729-1300: Private camping facility 1.5 mile from the canal. Open to scouts and other youth groups. Two cabins and eight campsites available. Email bsapotom@gmail.com for reservations. | X |
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| 169.2 | Pigmans Ferry H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. | X | X | |||
| 170.8 | Buckley Rd | Probably access point from Route 51 | X | ||||
| 173.3 | Spring Gap Recreation Area (map) | Primitive RV and Tent Camping - Fee Area $10/night. Store located on Route 51. | X | X | X | ||
| 175.4 | Iron Mountain H/B (map) | Access from nearby Route 51. Located near railroad trestle. Subject to noise. | X | X | X | ||
| 180.0 | Evitts Creek H/B (map) | 0.7 miles from vehicle access at mile 180.7 | X | X | |||
| 180.7 | Evitts Creek Aqueduct | Access from nearby Route 51 | X | ||||
| 184.5 | Cumberland, MD (map) | Western Trailhead. Several restaurants nearby | X | X | |||
| 184.5 | Western Maryland Scenic Railroad (map) | Scenic Railroad to Frostburg, MD. Future trail to Pittsburgh, PA along railroad. | |||||
| 184.5 | Holiday Inn (map) | 877.426.4672: Cumberland, MD | X | ||||
| 184.5 | The Inn at Walnut Bottom (map) | 800.286.9718: Cumberland, MD - Bike friendly inn, about a five minute ride from terminus. Free parking | X | ||||
| 184.5 | The Inn on Dectur (map) | 800.459.0510: Operated by the folks at Mountainside Bike Tours. Only 3 blocks from downtown. 108 Decatur Street, Cumberland, MD 21502 | X |
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| 0.1 | Washington Harbour (map) | Several outdoor cafes along the waterfront. |
| 3.1 | Fletcher's Cove | 202.244.0461: Snack Bar. Single-speed bike and boat rentals. Nice area for a picnic. Parking available. |
| 8.4 | Lock #8 / Cabin John (map) | Cabin John Shopping Center (at MaCarthur and 79th St) located about 0.5 mile away from river (Deli / Store). Cross lock and follow wide path to left. Becomes paved Riverside Ave. Follow thru tunnel and continue 79th St. |
| 14.3 | Great Falls Snack Bar (map) | Hotdogs and burgers. Located in large parking area. |
| 22.8 | Rileys Lock #24 | Parking and access to River Road. Poole's General Store located 0.75 from Towpath (across Seneca Creek at River Road) |
| 22.8 | Poole's General Store (map) | Located about 3/4 miles away from the river, along Seneca Creek. Closed Sunday. |
| 35.5 | Whites Ferry | Food/Store (May-Oct only) - Bike/auto access to Leesburg, VA via Ferry (Fee). |
| 48.2 | B & S Minimart (map) | Located 0.1 miles away from river, just downstream from Route 15 bridge. Serves fried chicken, subs, hot dogs, ice cream. |
| 55.0 | Beans in the Belfry (map) | 301.834.7178: Coffee shop & meeting place located 0.3 miles from towpath. Cyber cafe offering Sandwiches, soups, salads. 122 West Potomac St |
| 60.7 | Harpers Ferry, WV | Access via footbridge. National Historic Park. AMTRAK Station. Snack Bar (summer only, closes at 5:00p). Restaurant at Hilltop House. |
| 72.8 | Route 34 Bridge | Large Parking Area, about 0.1 mile downriver from bridge. Restaurants located across river in Shepherstown, about 3/4 mile. |
| 76.6 | Barron's Store (map) | A long time fixture on the canal, now owned by the Tyler Family. Offering cold drinks, packaged snacks, and ice cream. Open on weekends only. |
| 84.4 | Downsville General Store (map) | 301.223.6401: Small Deli located in Downsville, MD. About 1 mile off the detour via Dam Number 4 road |
| 99.4 | Tony's New York Pizza (map) | 301.223.6266: Great place to load up on carbs. Corner of Salisbury and Conococheague Streets |
| 99.4 | Byers Market (map) | 301.223.7474: Market and deli. 18 N Conococheague St |
| 99.4 | Desert Rose Cafe (map) | 301.224.6400: NEW for 2008. Swing by for a cup of soup, a healthy sandwich or salad and perhaps an espresso or smoothy. 21 N Conococheague Street |
| 124.1 | Park-N-Dine Restaurant (map) | 301.678.5242: 189 E Main St |
| 124.4 | Weaver's Restaurant (map) | 301.678.6346: A towpath favorite. Great deserts! 77 W Main St |
| 124.4 | Lockhouse Restaurant (map) | 301.678.6991: 11 E Main Street |
| 140.8 | Bill's Place (map) | Longtime favorite stop along the towpath. |
| 140.8 | Little Orleans Campground (map) | 301.478-2325: Private Campground - RV and tent sites 1/4 mile from the towpath. Showers, pool, camp store. |
| 156.2 | Paw Paw, WV (map) | General Store and Quick Mart. Located about 1 mile from towpath, across the river, via Route 51. |
| 156.2 | Sweet Magnolia Family Restaurant (map) | Located in Paw Paw about 1 mile from towpath, across the river, via Route 51. |
| 166.7 | The School House Kitchen (map) | 301.478.5189: Restaurant and Community Center located in the old high school. Opposite direction from the toll bridge. Right at the tee, and the kitchen is one block on the right. |
| 173.3 | Spring Gap Recreation Area (map) | Primitive RV and Tent Camping - Fee Area $10/night. Store located on Route 51. |
| 184.5 | Cumberland, MD (map) | Western Trailhead. Several restaurants nearby |
| Mile | Name | Info |
|---|---|---|
| 3.1 | Fletcher's Cove | 202.244.0461: Snack Bar. Single-speed bike and boat rentals. Nice area for a picnic. Parking available. |
| 8.7 | Lock #10 | Parking area along Clara Barton Parkway |
| 10.4 | Carderock Recreational Area (map) | Picnic, rest rooms, water. Very easy access from I-495. |
| 11.5 | Footbridge | Water on opposite side of canal. Access to MaCarthur, 0.1 mile west of Brickyard Rd. Loading only - No Parking. |
| 14.3 | Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center (map) | 301.767.3714: National Park Visitor Center. Operational Lock #20 located here. Paid parking available. 11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, MD 20854 |
| 16.6 | Swain's Lock #21 | Five Campsites - nearby vehicle access |
| 22.8 | Rileys Lock #24 | Parking and access to River Road. Poole's General Store located 0.75 from Towpath (across Seneca Creek at River Road) |
| 22.8 | Poole's General Store (map) | Located about 3/4 miles away from the river, along Seneca Creek. Closed Sunday. |
| 26.0 | Horsepen Branch H/B (map) | 1.2 miles from vehicle access at mile 27.2 |
| 30.5 | Chisel Branch H/B (map) | 0.3 miles from vehicle access at mile 30.8 |
| 34.5 | Turtle Run H/B (map) | 1.0 miles from vehicle access at mile 35.5 |
| 38.1 | Marble Quarry H/B | 1.5 miles from vehicle access at mile 39.6 |
| 42.4 | Indian Flats H/B | 0.3 miles from vehicle access at mile 42.1 |
| 47.6 | Calico Rocks H/B | 0.8 miles from vehicle access at mile 48.2 Located near busy railroad. Subject to noise. |
| 50.3 | Bald Eagle Island H/B | 0.5 miles from vehicle access at mile 50.8 Located near busy railroad. Subject to noise. |
| 60.7 | Harpers Ferry, WV | Access via footbridge. National Historic Park. AMTRAK Station. Snack Bar (summer only, closes at 5:00p). Restaurant at Hilltop House. |
| 61.5 | Harpers Ferry Road Access | Very small parking lot. No parking on weekends (raft access only) |
| 62.9 | Huckleberry Hill H/B | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access |
| 69.4 | Antietam Creek Recreation Area (map) | Easy vehicle access - 20 Campsites - Fee Area: $10/Night |
| 75.3 | Killiansburg Cave H/B (map) | 1.3 miles from vehicle access at mile 76.6 |
| 79.9 | Horseshoe Bend H/B (map) | 1.1 miles from vehicle access at mile 81.0 |
| 82.5 | Big Woods H/B (map) | 1.5 miles from vehicle access at mile 81.0 |
| 84.4 | Downsville General Store (map) | 301.223.6401: Small Deli located in Downsville, MD. About 1 mile off the detour via Dam Number 4 road |
| 90.9 | Opequon Junction H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access |
| 95.2 | Cumberland Valley H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access |
| 101.2 | Jordan Junction H/B (map) | 1.9 miles from vehicle access at mile 99.3 |
| 109.6 | North Mountain H/B (map) | 0.4 miles from vehicle access at mile 110.0 |
| 116.0 | Licking Creek H/B | 1.5 miles from vehicle access at mile 114.5. Located Near I-70 - Subject to traffic noise. |
| 120.4 | Little Pool H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. Located Near I-70 - Subject to traffic noise. |
| 126.4 | White Rock H/B (map) | 1.2 miles from vehicle access at mile 125.2 |
| 129.8 | Leopards Mill H/B (map) | 0.9 miles from vehicle access at mile 130.7 |
| 133.6 | Cacapon Junction H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. |
| 139.2 | Indigo Neck H/B (map) | 1.6 miles from vehicle access at mile 140.8 |
| 140.8 | Fifteen Mile Creek Recreation Area (map) | Fee Area: $10 to $20. A Drive-in site with RV and tent sites (Primitive Facilities - No RV Hookups) |
| 144.5 | Devil's Alley H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. |
| 149.4 | Stickpile Hill H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - Rough access point 0.6 miles away at Mile 150 |
| 154.1 | Sorrel Ridge H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - Rough access point 0.7 miles away at Mile 153.4 |
| 156.2 | Paw Paw Tunnel Campground (map) | Easy vehicle access - Tent Campsites - Fee Area: $10/Night |
| 156.9 | Purslane Run H/B (map) | 0.7 miles from vehicle access at mile 156.2 |
| 162.1 | Town Creek H/B (map) | 0.2 miles from vehicle access at mile 161.9 |
| 164.8 | Potomac Forks H/B | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. |
| 169.2 | Pigmans Ferry H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. |
| 175.4 | Iron Mountain H/B (map) | Access from nearby Route 51. Located near railroad trestle. Subject to noise. |
| 180.0 | Evitts Creek H/B (map) | 0.7 miles from vehicle access at mile 180.7 |
| Mile | Name | Info |
|---|---|---|
| 11.6 | Marsden Tract Campground (map) | 301.299.3613: PERMIT REQUIRED - reserved for civic/scout organizations only. $20/night |
| 16.6 | Swain's Lock #21 | Five Campsites - nearby vehicle access |
| 26.0 | Horsepen Branch H/B (map) | 1.2 miles from vehicle access at mile 27.2 |
| 30.5 | Chisel Branch H/B (map) | 0.3 miles from vehicle access at mile 30.8 |
| 34.5 | Turtle Run H/B (map) | 1.0 miles from vehicle access at mile 35.5 |
| 38.1 | Marble Quarry H/B | 1.5 miles from vehicle access at mile 39.6 |
| 42.4 | Indian Flats H/B | 0.3 miles from vehicle access at mile 42.1 |
| 47.6 | Calico Rocks H/B | 0.8 miles from vehicle access at mile 48.2 Located near busy railroad. Subject to noise. |
| 50.3 | Bald Eagle Island H/B | 0.5 miles from vehicle access at mile 50.8 Located near busy railroad. Subject to noise. |
| 54.0 | Brunswick Family Campground (map) | 301.834.8050: Private Campground - Showers. Located between Towpath and River, with Shower Facilities. Appears to be VERY popular but expect railroad noise. |
| 58.0 | Harpers Ferry Hostel (map) | 301.834.7652: On Maryland side across from Harpers Ferry. Cross RR Tracks and make first left. One mile up hill to corner of Keep Tryst and Sandy Hook Roads. |
| 62.9 | Huckleberry Hill H/B | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access |
| 69.4 | Antietam Creek Recreation Area (map) | Easy vehicle access - 20 Campsites - Fee Area: $10/Night |
| 75.3 | Killiansburg Cave H/B (map) | 1.3 miles from vehicle access at mile 76.6 |
| 79.9 | Horseshoe Bend H/B (map) | 1.1 miles from vehicle access at mile 81.0 |
| 82.5 | Big Woods H/B (map) | 1.5 miles from vehicle access at mile 81.0 |
| 88.1 | McMahons Mill (Bike Detour) | RV and Tent Camping |
| 90.9 | Opequon Junction H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access |
| 95.2 | Cumberland Valley H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access |
| 99.4 | Jellystone Park (map) | 301.223.7117: Private Campground - Full Service RV and Cabins. Located 2 Miles south of Williamsport along Route 68. Showers, pool, camp store. |
| 99.4 | Hagerstown KOA (map) | 301.223.7571 : Private Campground - Full Service RV and Cabins. Located 3 Miles north of Williamsport along Kemp Mill Rd. Showers, pool, camp store. |
| 101.2 | Jordan Junction H/B (map) | 1.9 miles from vehicle access at mile 99.3 |
| 109.6 | North Mountain H/B (map) | 0.4 miles from vehicle access at mile 110.0 |
| 110.0 | McCoys Ferry Recreation Area (map) | Primitive RV and Tent Camping - Fee Area $10/night |
| 112.4 | Fort Frederick State Park (map) | Massive pre-revolution Fort. Easy access from towpath |
| 116.0 | Licking Creek H/B | 1.5 miles from vehicle access at mile 114.5. Located Near I-70 - Subject to traffic noise. |
| 120.4 | Little Pool H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. Located Near I-70 - Subject to traffic noise. |
| 126.4 | White Rock H/B (map) | 1.2 miles from vehicle access at mile 125.2 |
| 129.2 | Happy Hills Campground (map) | 301.678.7760: Private Campground - Full Service RV and Tent Camping (200 Sites). Cabins and Horse Stables available. 12617 Seavolt Rd |
| 129.8 | Leopards Mill H/B (map) | 0.9 miles from vehicle access at mile 130.7 |
| 133.6 | Cacapon Junction H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. |
| 139.2 | Indigo Neck H/B (map) | 1.6 miles from vehicle access at mile 140.8 |
| 140.8 | Fifteen Mile Creek Recreation Area (map) | Fee Area: $10 to $20. A Drive-in site with RV and tent sites (Primitive Facilities - No RV Hookups) |
| 140.8 | Little Orleans Campground (map) | 301.478-2325: Private Campground - RV and tent sites 1/4 mile from the towpath. Showers, pool, camp store. |
| 144.5 | Devil's Alley H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. |
| 149.4 | Stickpile Hill H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - Rough access point 0.6 miles away at Mile 150 |
| 154.1 | Sorrel Ridge H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - Rough access point 0.7 miles away at Mile 153.4 |
| 156.2 | Paw Paw Tunnel Campground (map) | Easy vehicle access - Tent Campsites - Fee Area: $10/Night |
| 156.9 | Purslane Run H/B (map) | 0.7 miles from vehicle access at mile 156.2 |
| 162.1 | Town Creek H/B (map) | 0.2 miles from vehicle access at mile 161.9 |
| 164.8 | Potomac Forks H/B | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. |
| 166.7 | Camp Potomac (map) | 301-729-1300: Private camping facility 1.5 mile from the canal. Open to scouts and other youth groups. Two cabins and eight campsites available. Email bsapotom@gmail.com for reservations. |
| 169.2 | Pigmans Ferry H/B (map) | Remote Campsite - No vehicle access. |
| 173.3 | Spring Gap Recreation Area (map) | Primitive RV and Tent Camping - Fee Area $10/night. Store located on Route 51. |
| 175.4 | Iron Mountain H/B (map) | Access from nearby Route 51. Located near railroad trestle. Subject to noise. |
| 180.0 | Evitts Creek H/B (map) | 0.7 miles from vehicle access at mile 180.7 |
| Mile | Name | Info |
|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | Hotel Lombardy (map) | 800.424.5486: Foggy Bottom Area, 2019 Pennsylvania Ave, NW |
| 0.1 | Tabard Inn (map) | 202.785.1277: Located in Dupont Circle Area. 1739 N Street, NW |
| 0.1 | Washington DC Hostel (map) | 202.737.2333: Located at 11th and K Streets, NW (near the Convention Center). |
| 1.0 | The Inn of Rosslyn (map) | 703-524-3400: Inexpensive motel, access via Key Bridge. 1601 Arlington Blvd, Arlington, VA |
| 12.3 | Rockwood Manor (map) | 301.299.5026: County operated conference center with overnight accommodations for large groups (up to 100 persons). About one half mile up the hill from Angler's Inn. |
| 35.5 | Norris House Inn (map) | 800.644.1806: Leesburg: 108 Loudoun St SW. Accessible via Ferry and Business Route 15. Shuttle Available |
| 35.5 | Best Western (map) | 703.777.9400: Leesburg: 726 E Market St |
| 55.0 | Georges Mill Farm B&B | 540.822.5224: Lovettsville, VA - about 5 miles south along Route 287. |
| 58.0 | Harpers Ferry Hostel (map) | 301.834.7652: On Maryland side across from Harpers Ferry. Cross RR Tracks and make first left. One mile up hill to corner of Keep Tryst and Sandy Hook Roads. |
| 60.7 | Hilltop House (map) | 304.535.2132: Harpers Ferry, WV - about 1 mile from towpath. (CLOSED FOR RENOVATION UNTIL 2011) |
| 60.7 | Comfort Inn (map) | 304.535.6391: Harpers Ferry, WV - about 1.5 miles from towpath |
| 72.8 | Bavarian Inn & Lodge (map) | 304.876.2551: Shepherstown, WV - Directly across river via Route 34 Bridge |
| 72.8 | Thomas Shepherd Inn (map) | 888.889.8952: Shepherstown, WV - Cross Route 34 Bridge. About 1/2 Mile past Bavarian Inn |
| 72.8 | Clarion Hotel & Conference Center (map) | 304.876.7000: Shepherstown, WV - Other side of town, past Thomas Shepherd Inn |
| 72.8 | Days Inn (map) | 304.876.3160: Shepherstown, WV - Cross Route 34 Bridge. Right onto Route 45. Located on right at 2001 Maddex Square Drive. |
| 76.6 | Jacob Rohrbach Inn B&B (map) | 877.839.4242: Sharpsburg, MD - About 1 mile from trail, near Antietam Battlefield |
| 76.6 | Antietam Guest House (map) | 301.992.9767: Quiet location in Sharpsburg, just one block off Main Street. Locked bike store. Great food nearby |
| 99.4 | Red Roof Inn (map) | 301.582.3500: Williamsport, MD - Located about 1 Mile from the towpath, along Potomac Street (Route 11) |
| 124.4 | Super 8 Motel (map) | 301.678.6101: Hancock, MD - Travel one block away from river and turn left on Main Street. Hotel is located on far side of overpass. |
| 124.4 | Hancock Budget Motel (map) | 301.678.7351: Hancock, MD |
| 124.4 | C&O Bicycle (map) | 301.678.6665: Hancock, MD - Full Service Bike Shop, right next to the towpath on Penn Ave. Also offers overnight bunk house. Closed Tuesday. |
| 140.8 | Town Hill Hotel B&B (map) | 877.696.2794: Located several miles from the Towpath on top of Town Hill Mt. A shuttle service is available, with multiple pickup points |
| 140.8 | Little Orleans Lodge (map) | 301.478.2102: Located near the towpath in Little Orleans |
| 140.9 | Buck Valley Ranch (map) | 717.294.3759: Offers a free shuttle to and from the towpath. Includes dinner, breakfast and a packed lunch. |
| 156.2 | Heritage Trail Bed & Breakfast (map) | 304.947.7055: 107 Winchester Street in Paw Paw |
| 156.2 | Grandma's Country Kitchen and Inn (map) | 800.580.4225: 103 Winchester Street in Paw Paw |
| 184.5 | Holiday Inn (map) | 877.426.4672: Cumberland, MD |
| 184.5 | The Inn at Walnut Bottom (map) | 800.286.9718: Cumberland, MD - Bike friendly inn, about a five minute ride from terminus. Free parking |
| 184.5 | The Inn on Dectur (map) | 800.459.0510: Operated by the folks at Mountainside Bike Tours. Only 3 blocks from downtown. 108 Decatur Street, Cumberland, MD 21502 |