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 November 8, 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 November 8, 2009 Billy Goat Trail sections "A", "B", and "C" are open.

As of November 8, 2009 the Great Falls Overlook is open.

As of November 8, 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 November 8, 2009 the towpath is closed to vehicle traffic at milepost 181.4.

As of November 8, 2009 the Antietam Creek Campground is open.

Mule-drawn canal boat rides have ended for the 2009 season. They will resume the spring of 2010.  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.