Image of four white boats in a watered basin in front of a historic warehouse.

Cushwa Basin Launch Boat Tour

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

  • Every week on Friday at 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM, and 2:30 PM from July 25, 2025 to September 26, 2025
  • Free

Join us for a tour on a replica launch boat and learn about the history of the C&O Canal.

During the late 19th and early 20th century, 30-foot long launch boats traveled the canal for leisure and business, contrasting greatly with the 90 foot mule-drawn cargo boats that usually dominated the canal.

Tours are limited to 10 people.

Animals are not allowed, with the exception of service animals.

Inclement weather, including high winds and extreme heat, may cause tours to be cancelled.

Fees

Tickets are FREE and available on a first-come first served basis, one hour before the trip. Please stop by the Williamsport Visitor Center on the day you would like to attend.

Location

205 West Potomac St. Williamsport, MD 21795

Latitude and Longitude 39.600562, -77.826263

Schedule

Days:

Every week on Friday

Dates:

July 25, 2025 to September 26, 2025

Time:

10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:30 PM

Duration:

1 hour

Tours are approximately 45 minutes.

Event Type

  • Boat Cruise
  • Guided Tour