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Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
Natural Features & Ecosystems

natural features & ecosystems includes:

Geologic Formations
Rivers and Streams
Rare Plants and Habitats
 
 
Variety is the key word when referring to the natural features of C&O Canal National Historical Park. While many National Historical Parks have been established to highlight a specific historical feature or event, visitors to the C&O Canal experience a wide diversity of ecosystems and biological communitites. The power of the potomac river, diverse flora and fauna and ever-changing weather patterns affect this park and its ecosystems.
Photo of former Georgetown Flour Mill.  

Did You Know?
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.

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Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:29 EST