C&O Canal Towpath
The C&O Canal began as an early transportation roadway. Today it remains a natural and recreational treasure. Hiking and biking on the towpath is a great way to enjoy the parkland. A National Park Service National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom site.
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October 25, 2024
J8896YQlauriesCanal basin and old railroad station
Very small NPS museum inside active railroad terminal. Park service worker was not friendly towards visitors. I was disappointed that most interactive exhibits were non-operational along with a...
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August 04, 2022
jerrys01Scenic walking path
After a very heavy rain, my wife and I walked about two miles (round trip) on the tow path at the Cumberland end. The path was pretty wet, with some very large puddles, but the views of Cumberland...
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July 20, 2022
melissab896Great Canal System
Tony and I was driving towards Fort Frederick State Park from having lunch. We saw sign for C&O Canal Lock Dam#5 and Lockhouse. On the other side of Potomac River is WV It's a free park to enjoy for...
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