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 The
C&O Canal follows the route of the Potomac River for 184.5 miles from
Washington, D.C. to Cumberland, MD. The canal operated from 1828-1924
as a transportation route, primarily hauling coal from western Maryland
to the port of Georgetown in Washington, D.C. Hundreds of original structures,
including locks, lockhouses, and aqueducts, serve as reminders of the
canal's role as a transportation system during the Canal Era. In addition,
the canal's towpath provides a nearly level, continuous trail through
the spectacular scenery of the Potomac River Valley. Every year millions
of visitors come to hike or bike the C&O Canal in order to enjoy the
natural, cultural, and recreational opportunities available.
Operating Hours &
Seasons
The park is open all
daylight hours.
Some of the park's six visitor centers operate on a seasonal schedule.
Contact one of the visitor centers for current hours of operation.
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| Communities
Surrounding Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park | |
| Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park. | Potomac, MD (6 min.
) Pop. 44,822
Cabin John, MD (9 min.
) Pop. 1,734
Glen Echo, MD (11 min.
) Pop. 242
Mc Lean, VA (14 min.
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Rockville, MD (15 min.
) Pop. 47,388
Bethesda, MD (17 min.
) Pop. 55,277
Dunn Loring, VA (17 min.
) Pop. 7,861
Vienna, VA (18 min.
) Pop. 14,453
Falls Church, VA (19 min.
) Pop. 10,377
| Great Falls, VA (20 min.
) Pop. 8,549
Chevy Chase, MD (20 min.
) Pop. 2,726
Kensington, MD (20 min.
) Pop. 1,873
Garrett Park, MD (21 min.
) Pop. 917
Oakton, VA (21 min.
) Pop. 29,348
Derwood, MD (22 min.
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Reston, VA (22 min.
) Pop. 56,407
Herndon, VA (25 min.
) Pop. 21,655
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