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    Chesapeake & Ohio Canal

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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.

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Paw Paw Tunnel Closed

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Date: January 22, 2013

A rock slide occurred sometime on January 20, 2013 and has blocked a 100 foot section of the towpath east of the Paw Paw Tunnel. The Paw Paw Tunnel and this section of towpath are currently closed and will remain so until a full assessment of the area can be made to safely conduct repairs. A detour route has been established on the Paw Paw Tunnel Hill trail. For additional information, call the Cumberland Visitor Center at (301) 722-8226.

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.