• Historic Shot of Canal Boat on the Canal

    Chesapeake & Ohio Canal

    National Historical Park DC,MD,WV

There are park alerts in effect.
show Alerts »
  • 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.

Boats on the Canal

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.