Special programs Border Crossings Rails-To-Trails Rockin' Around the Clock CC: Washington County

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Event comments

You pick your distance (10k 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 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. For updates on trail conditions and other warnings, see https://www.nps.gov/choh/planyourvisit/conditions.htm

Rating: 1B, Distance: 10 to 300km

Event information

The C&O Canal National Historical Park winds 184.5 miles from Georgetown in Washington, DC to Cumberland in beautiful western Maryland. The trail, a mostly well-kept towpath nestled between the Potomac River and the canal, is a trip through history, with 74 lift locks, restored lock houses, aqueducts, and the amazing mile-long Paw Paw tunnel. Cyclists will enjoy spectacular scenery, beautiful river vistas, and abundant wildlife along the trail. Pick your distance from a leisurely 10K to a 300K camping adventure.

Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY

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Maryland Volkssport Assn. (AAA-MD)

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

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