This page contains up to date information on trail and towpath closures at Chesapeake and Ohio Canal NHP.  This page is updated on a regular basis.

As of July 10, 2009 the by-pass is open to allow pedestrian traffic passage around the breach in the towpath upstream of Angler's Inn.  You may also use the Berma Road as a detour. The breach is a result of damage received during the tropical storm "Hanna".

As of July 10, 2009 Billy Goat Trail sections "A", "B", and "C" are open. 

As of July 10, 2009 the Great Falls Overlook is open.

As of July 10, 2009 the towpath between Dam Four (MP 85) and McMahon's Mill (MP 88.10) is closed due to rock slides. Please use marked detours on local roads.

As of July 10, 2009 the towpath is closed to vehicle traffic at milepost 181.4.

As of July 10, 2009 the Antietam Creek Campground is open.

Mule-drawn canal boat rides will resume five days a week for both the Georgetown and the Charles F. Mercer on May 1, 2009. Please call the Great Falls Visitor Center at 301-767-3714 or the Georgetown Visitor Center at 202-653-5190 for more information.

The new restroom facilities at Great Falls are open to the public. The lower parking lot is closed to vehicle traffic.

Please check back for updates and trail openings and closures.