2018
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WHAT IS THE EVENT

Towpath Bike Event

Year Round Bike

SN: 108945 - 2018 / Y0699

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A rest at the Brunswick train station
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A break at Monocacy River bridge
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The finish line in Cumberland
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Approaching Paw Paw Tunnel
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when is the event

The event is closed

From Mon, Jan 1st, 2018 to Dec 31st, 2018

Start times: Dawn to Dusk

Hosted on the Online Start Box (OSB) only

where is the event

C&O Canal, Maryland

reasons to do the event

Special programs

Border Crossings

Bridges - Spanning the USA

Treasure Hunt

       Info

Special programs that are applicable to all events or all walks are not shown to reduce clutter.

Event comments

You pick your distance (13k minimum) and your start/finish points accessible from Interstate Highways I495, I270, I70 and I68. The C&O Canal National Historical Park winds its way 184.5 miles from Georgetown in Washington, DC to Cumberland in beautiful western Maryland. The trail, a well-kept gravel towpath nestled between the Potomac River and the canal, is a journey through history with 74 lift locks, restored lock houses, aqueducts, and the amazing mile-long Paw Paw tunnel. Bicyclists will enjoy spectacular scenery, beautiful river vistas, and abundant wildlife along the trail. The surface of the towpath is for the most part an even hard packed gravel trail. The paved 22 mile Western Maryland Rail trail which parallels the canal may also be ridden as an option on this event. The towpath can be very muddy following heavy rain. There are 30 hiker / biker campsites along the trail available free on a first come basis for those interested in the longer distances. Go to www.nps.gov/choh/index.htm for more park information. NOTE: For updates on trail conditions and other warnings, see https://www.nps.gov/choh/planyourvisit/conditions.htm

conditions for the event

Rating: 2A, Distance: 13 to 300km

Restrooms: Yes

Pets: Yes

Strollers: Hard

Wheelchairs: Hard

Event information

Pick your distance from a leisurely 13K on Sunday afternoon to a 300K camping adventure. Another option is "supported cycling" using the Roads Scholar program (details and prices at https://www.roadscholar.org/find-an-adventure/13306/biking-the-c-o-canal-towpath)

Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY

how to get to the event

OSB - First register for the event

The detailed location of, and driving directions to, the event starting point are included in the event directions, downloaded from the Online Start Box (OSB). To plan your travels, please use the map on this page or the maps phrase below, if provided by the club. The POC does not provide event directions nor accept alternate payment methods.

Maps phrase and directions link

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event sponsor

Maryland Volkssport Assn. (AAA-MD)

point of contact

Click inside the box to send an email to the POC.