Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
C&O Canal NHP Headquarters 1850 Dual Highway, Suite 100 Hagerstown MD 21740-6620 Headquarters 301-739-4200 Visitor Information 301-739-4200 Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park web page. Map of Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park.	Here, you'll find: Biking, Boating, Camping, Climbing, Educational Programs, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Picnic Area, Restaurant/Snack Bar, Water Sports, Wildlife Viewing, Winter Sports, Fun!
The C&O Canal follows the route of the Potomac River for 184.5 miles from Washington, D.C. to Cumberland, MD.  The canal operated from 1828-1924 as a transportation route, primarily hauling coal from western Maryland to the port of Georgetown in Washington, D.C. Hundreds of original structures, including locks, lockhouses, and aqueducts, serve as reminders of the canal's role as a transportation system during the Canal Era.  In addition, the canal's towpath provides a nearly level, continuous trail through the spectacular scenery of the Potomac River Valley.  Every year millions of visitors come to hike or bike the C&O Canal in order to enjoy the natural, cultural, and recreational opportunities available.
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