C&O Canal Towpath
C&O Canal Towpath is a hiking trail Foxhall-Palisades Washington located in United States.
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historic Park Washington , D.C. 20007 United States
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This historic trail connects Georgetown DC to West Virginia and beyond. Great for biking . Take it 60 miles to the Paw Paw tunnel or to Cumberland, MD for a weekend getaway. B+B stops along the way.
Perfect path for a long trail run. Choice of dirt trail or pavement along the Potomac . Start in Georgetown (corner of 35th & M) and run NW.
Historic path is perfect for walking, running, or biking . Long lost gems dot the route.
Bald Eagles, the Potomac , and a sense of history are all a part of this hiking experience.
The trail in Maryland by Glen Echo is relatively tame but beautiful.
Take a boat tour if you want to know about the history!
Hidden gem , if you're in the right spot!
Billy goat trail is a nice little hike along the potomac
Beautiful sights!
Great place to run/bike
Try the coal
Similar places nearby :
The awesome walls are constructed of Seneca sandstone from downstream - Dave Lepkowski
Where they once loaded grain into Canal boats - Dave Lepkowski
Great shaded trail in Rock Creek Park. - Maggie MacG
One of the best running trails in dc and VA. When you're running along the water, take off your headphones and listen to the water lapping the shore. It's so placid. - Brionne Griffin
Great for taking walks, running or biking. Beautiful views and peaceful. - Carmen Yépiz
Ask about the days espresso selection. They have choices. Great place for quality coffee. - Jason Yarborough
Category Landmarks and Outdoors » Hiking Trail
Place United States » Washington » Foxhall-Palisades