• Historic Shot of Canal Boat on the Canal

    Chesapeake & Ohio Canal

    National Historical Park DC,MD,WV

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  • Paw Paw Tunnel Towpath Open

    The rockslide at Paw Paw Tunnel towpath has been cleared. The towpath is now open for hikers and bikers.

  • Georgetown Boat Rides Suspended

    Boat rides at Georgetown are suspended until further notice. For a mule-drawn boat ride please contact Great Falls Tavern.

Birds

Numerous bird species can be observed throughout the year at C&O Canal NHP. Some live in or near the park year-round. Others are seasonal visitors to the park. May and June are prime birding months at C&O Canal National Historical Park.

For the bird resource brief complete with photos click here

For a bird checklist click here

 

Did You Know?

Photo of former Georgetown Flour Mill.

The C&O Canal begins in Georgetown.  The canal made extra money by selling water to numerous factories in Georgetown to power water driven machinery such as water wheels, etc.  Many factories were located next to canal property.