Special programs Bridges - Spanning the USA Treasure Hunt

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Event comments

PPSF 10K out and back from Lock 38 to the Antietam Creek area features beautiful river vistas, lock 38, view of the Shepherdstown bluffs and Packhorse Ford. Segment 5, 17K, from Nolands Ferry to Brunswick features a view of Furnace Mountain and, with a brief detour across the pivot bridge, the Victorian train station in Point of Rocks. Segment 6, 16K, from Brunswick to Dargan Bend features a gap through South Mountain ridge (the divide between Maryland's Frederick and Washington counties), 6 locks, and the opportunity for a short detour into historic Harpers Ferry. Segment 7, 13K, from Dargan Bend to Lock 38 features the Antietam Creek Aqueduct. Segment 8, 20K, from Lock 38 to Big Slackwater features cliffs with caves, and Dam 4. All segments feature abundant wildlife and wonderful scenery.NOTE: For updates on trail conditions and other warnings, see https://www.nps.gov/choh/planyourvisit/conditions.htm

Rating: 2B, Distance: 10, 20km

Event information

Trail is on the well maintained gravel surface of the C&O canal towpath.

Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY

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Maryland Volkssport Assn. (AAA-MD)

Event website: www.mdvolks.org/cocanal.php

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